Octane Fitness Q45, Operation Manual

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exercise Variety While Octane offers one of the most versatile exercise machines
available, we encourage people to vary their workouts, whether this means
choosing a different program or doing a different form of exercise. This
will reduce boredom, one of the most common reasons people quit their
exercise regimen. Make sure you use all of the features on your Octane
elliptical cross trainer. Try a different program. Turn on X-Mode. Watch
a different TV show or crank up the music. Remember, variety leads to
better workouts. Along with using your Octane elliptical, do different
exercises. Take a brisk walk by the lake. Hop on your bike or strap on
your inline skates. Climb that hill or cruise through the trails on your
cross-country skis. Ride an exercise bike, jog on a treadmill or climb those
dreaded stairs. A little variety can take you a long way.
setting Goals
Another key to a successful exercise program is setting obtainable goals.
Goals can be big or small. We recommend smaller goals so you see
progress. Here are a few examples:
• Lose one pound per week
• Cut out sweets
• Workout four days/week
• Increase the length of your workout one minute each session until
you hit 45 minutes/workout
Once you set your goals, make sure you write them down and make them
visible. Tape them to your bathroom mirror, on your refrigerator, or on your
computer monitor. Don’t lose sight of your goals. Whatever your goals
are, make them realistic so you can reach them and experience progress.
Celebrate success, then move on to the next goal.