Fitness Quest BOSU Owner'S Manual Download Page 6

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YOUR TOTAL FITNESS PROGRAM

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UNIT WARNING LABEL

See below for placement of warning label on unit.

SPECIFICATIONS & PARTS

BOSU

®

is an acronym for "both sides up". The BOSU

®

Balance Trainer

can be used with the platform side either up or down for different types of
balance challenge. The solid platform is 25 inches in diameter, and the
dome should be inflated until it is firm. Two recessed handles on the
bottom of, and toward the sides of the platform,
make it easy to turn over or carry. This
fitness product has its foundation in the
field of medicine, as well as balance,
functional and sport specific training.
Neuromuscular physiology, which
helps define human movement,
provides the science that backs
this complete approach to training.

A Total Fitness Program is more than just exercise. It is a "fitness for
life" plan that goes hand-in-hand with an overall, healthy lifestyle.
This includes regular check-ups, healthy eating habits and exercise for
the rest of your life.

A total fitness program consists of four parts:

1. Aerobic or cardiovascular exercise to burn calories.
2. Strength conditioning exercises to tone and shape your muscles,

increase your metabolic rate and strengthen your bones.

3. Stretching exercises to keep you moving freely and help

prevent injuries.

4. A diet that is safe, sensible and healthy. (Refer to the enclosed

Eating Plan Booklet.)

Today, fitness research recommends both aerobic exercise and strength
conditioning to achieve the best results and balanced fitness. By
improving your aerobic fitness you will strengthen your heart and
lungs, improve your stamina and endurance. Strength conditioning
adds lean muscle to your body. This increases your body’s calorie-
burning ability by increasing your metabolism. As a result, your body
burns more calories, even while you rest. When you combine aerobic
workouts with strength conditioning, you can burn more fat and
calories when compared with aerobic exercise alone.

The BOSU

®

Balance Trainer workout can enhance your Total Fitness

Program by integrating balance training into aerobic and strength
exercises, as well as stretching. You should also make healthy,
low-fat eating a big priority.

CONSULT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN about an eating plan that’s
right for you. Healthy eating habits and exercise will help you reach
your goal. We recommend that you follow dietary guidelines approved
by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services.

WARNING

FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS STATED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL

AND VIDEO MAY RESULT IN POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. CHILDREN MUST BE

SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT FAMILIAR WITH THE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT. REPLACE

LABEL IF DAMAGED OR REMOVED. MAXIMUM USER WEIGHT IS 300 POUNDS. THE BOSU BALANCE

TRAINER IS NOT A TOY. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. DO NOT

OVEREXERT YOURSELF. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ADEQUATE SPACE AROUND YOU IN CASE YOU

FALL. DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. GO TO OUR WEBSITE: www.fitnessquest.com OR CALL:

1-800-497-5831 FOR REPLACEMENT LABEL, MANUAL, VIDEO OR QUESTIONS. CLASS HC.

TOPSIDE OF

BOSU

®

UNDERSIDE OF

BOSU

®

PLATFORM

DOME

VALVE

INLET

PLATFORM

DOME

RECESSED

HANDLES

WARNING

LABEL

Your BOSU

®

Balance Trainer

comes complete with a pump,
plug, instructional video
and this instructional
owner’s manual.

Summary of Contents for BOSU

Page 1: ...bout Your Journey towards Feeling Your Best Performing Your Best And Looking Your Best It s about achieving more with less effort It s about living in the moment It s about balance It s Fun It s New And there s nothing else like it www bosu com 3 11 09 We warrant this product to be free from all defects in material and workmanship when used according to the manufacturer s instructions See Limited ...

Page 2: ...er great addition to any strength and conditioning coach s arsenal The BOSU brings both imagination and physical challenge to both core stability and proprioception for any athlete s training program FERNANDO MONTES HEAD STRENGTH CONDITIONING COACH CLEVELAND INDIANS I incorporate Swiss Ball training extensively into our off season programs The BOSU was a great addition to our core program It was v...

Page 3: ...ts performance specialist for 30 years I believe the BOSU will become a required necessity for every team motivated athlete etc to use in their training Because of the important role of body equilibrium in all human performance I ve always recognized it was the limiting skill for most athletes that prevented them from reaching great heights Well that won t be the case any more More than ever befor...

Page 4: ...o 44750 1001 1 800 321 9236 Monday Friday 8 30am to 8 00pm Eastern Standard Time www bosu com Please do not call the above number for Parts See Ordering Replacement Parts section to the right IMPORTANT This owner s manual is the authoritative source of information about your BOSU Balance Trainer Please read it carefully and follow all the instructions When ordering parts please contact our Parts D...

Page 5: ... the moment Start exercising in the moment and you are one step closer to living in the moment And living in the moment is what it is all about David Weck Inventor of the BOSU Balance Trainer WORKOUT CHART You can use this chart and the chart on the following page to keep track of your progress over time Before writing on them make as many copies as you think you ll need We suggest you keep these ...

Page 6: ...ur heart and lungs improve your stamina and endurance Strength conditioning adds lean muscle to your body This increases your body s calorie burning ability by increasing your metabolism As a result your body burns more calories even while you rest When you combine aerobic workouts with strength conditioning you can burn more fat and calories when compared with aerobic exercise alone The BOSU Bala...

Page 7: ... heat like the high temperatures that can occur in the trunk of a car can cause the inflated dome to deform Though the product can continue to be used deformation may cause the original balance traits of the dome to change Avoid contacting the BOSU dome with sharp or abrasive objects Sharp or abrasive objects can puncture the vinyl surface Always check the soles of your shoes for glass stones etc ...

Page 8: ...ME WHILE STANDING ON THE DOME SIMPLY STEP OFF OF THE BOSU SAFELY TO THE FLOOR WIPE SWEAT OFF THE VINYL SURFACE OF THE DOME WHILE WORKING OUT Not unlike a wet basketball floor sweat will make the dome surface of the BOSU slippery Use a towel to wipe sweat off the dome if necessary A dry BOSU provides for a safer and more effective training environment WEAR APPROPRIATE FOOTWEAR WHILE EXERCISING ON T...

Page 9: ...9 10 11 12 GETTING STARTED Fig B Fig A Fig C INFLATING YOUR BOSU BALANCE TRAINER 1 Find the pump that came with your BOSU Balance Trainer and remove it from its wrapping 2 Secure the blue end of the air hose to the blue valve on the pump then place the narrow white nozzle onto the other end of the hose See Fig A Be sure to firmly press together 3 Place your BOSU Balance Trainer flat on the floor w...

Page 10: ... SECONDS ON EACH SIDE The goal of this exercise is to challenge abdominal strength and core stabilization Lie face up with the lower back centered on the dome Clasp the hands behind the head and lift one leg at a time until both knees are aligned over the hips Slowly extend one leg pulling the other leg in toward the chest Simultaneously rotate the torso until one elbow is pointing forward and the...

Page 11: ...ing balance For more challenge turn your head from side to side tilt the head from side to side See Fig 4 or close your eyes for a few seconds These variations are very challenging and may take time and patience to master PERFORM 12 TO 20 REPETITIONS The goal of this exercise is to challenge upper body strength and core stabilization Turn the BOSU on the dome so that the platform is facing up Begi...

Page 12: ...nd week you might progress by completing the warm up and Workout Segment 1 Week by week you will slowly progress toward the goal of completing the entire 30 minute video workout Record your progress by using the handy chart provided at the end of this booklet This will help you see daily and weekly improvements Celebrate your successes even the small ones If you meet your goals each week reward yo...

Page 13: ... PERFORM 10 TO 60 SECONDS OF BALANCE ON EACH LEG The goal of this exercise is to challenge balance stabilization and muscular endurance of the lower body and core Step up and center one foot directly on top of the dome Touch the other foot lightly on the side of the dome until balance is established Slowly lift the non weight bearing leg out to the side Keep the shoul ders level and hold the arms ...

Page 14: ...hroughout the exercise For an easier modification of the jump stick movement simply bounce slightly without leaving the surface of the dome PERFORM 20 REPETITIONS ON ONE SIDE 30 SECONDS OF COMPRESSIONS OR JOGGING ON TOP OF DOME AND 20 REPETITIONS ON THE OTHER SIDE The goal of this exercise is to challenge the cardiovascular system while simultaneously working dynamic balance agility and core stabi...

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