Cybex 800S Stepper Owner’s Manual
long slow steps. Many steppers prefer to step at the top of the stroke, keeping the pedals
high without hitting the upper stop.
Use the handrails only for balance; putting your weight on your arms means you aren't getting
the full benefit of the workout. If you have the built-in CardioTouch heart rate monitor, you
must keep your hands on the CardioTouch handles or handrail sensors to get a heart rate
reading on the display.
Your Workout
There are two basic ways to use the 800S Stepper: in manual mode or using one of the preset
workout programs. The following sections tell you how to use each of these modes.
The 800S Stepper advanced features-races and goal setting-are covered in Chapter 4.
Manual Mode
In manual mode, you tell the 800S Stepper how long you want to step; you can adjust your
stepping speed at any time during the workout. Follow these steps:
1. Get on the 800S Stepper.
If your 800S Stepper is set for "Step and Go" operation, you can just step on the
pedals and start stepping. 800S Stepper will automatically go into manual mode and
use the default workout length. The calorie counts shown will be based on a 150
pound user, so they may not be accurate for you.
2. Press the Manual program key. If you press a key somewhere else on the console, an
arrow will point toward the program keys, instructing you to select one.
3. The display will show the default workout
length. You can change this using
the up and down arrow keys, or use the keypad to type the number of minutes you want
to work out. If you try to enter a time longer than the maximum for this the and 800S
Stepper, it won't accept your entry. Press Enter.
4. Enter your weight. The 800S Stepper uses this to
calculate how many calories you burn during your
workout, so be sure to allow for your clothing and
shoes. In general, add about five pounds to your
base weight to get an accurate reading. Again,
either type the weight or use the arrow keys to
raise or lower the value shown.
5. Press Start.
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