FORM: PPS SERIES OWNERS MNUL
REV: 05-31-2012
APPR BY: MF
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Things to Consider Before Starting Exercise Program
CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL FITNESS TRAINER
It is advisable for all exercise beginners to consult a professional fitness instructor or
personal trainer to develop an overall fitness evaluation/wellness program before
starting an exercise routine.
CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
If you are over 40, have a history of heart disease, are overweight, or have not been
involved in any kind of exercise program for several years, it is recommended that you
see your physician as a precaution before engaging in a vigorous exercise program.
UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF WARMING UP AND COOLING DOWN
It is important to warm up and cool down prior to and at the end of each work out,
respectively. Always try to incorporate a series of basic leg stretches before and after
each workout. Stretching provides the necessary flexibility to prevent sore muscles and
injury during daily activities.
LEARN HOW TO TAKE YOUR PULSE PROPERLY
To select the Fitness Level that is most suitable to exercise, it is important to correctly
determine your heart rate or pulse. To do this, it is recommended that you use a good
quality heart rate monitor. If you do not have a heart rate monitor, you can find your
pulse by placing your fingers on the underside of your wrist or either side of your throat.
While looking at the second hand on your watch, count how many heartbeats you feel
within fifteen (15) seconds. Multiply this number by four to get your Beats Per Minute
(BPM). Your heart rate will be needed when you take the Self-Fitness Test.
KNOW YOUR MAXIMUM HEART RATE
To determine your maximum heart rate, subtract your age from 220 (general formula).
The difference is the approximation of your maximum heart rate, as used by the
American Heart Association and The American College of Sports Medicine. The only
way to determine your true maximum heart rate is to have a stress test administered by
your physician. The American Heart Association recommends that you have a stress
test done if you have any history of heart disease or if you are over the age of 40 and
beginning an exercise program.
During exercise, it is recommended that you not exceed 85% of your maximum heart
rate. Our programs are designed to keep your heart rate within your Target Zone. Your
Target Zone is an area between 60 and 75% of your maximum heart rate. Should you
find your heart rate above the 75% level, you have probably selected a Fitness Level
that is too high in that particular Fitness Program. You should either drop to a lower
intensity level in the same Fitness Program, or use a less stressful Fitness Program.
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