Training Zone Exercise
After warming up, increase the intensity to your desired exercise program. Be sure to maintain
your intensity for maximum performance. Breathe regularly and deeply as you exercise-never
hold your breath.Cool Down Finish each workout with a light jog or walk for at least 1 minute.
Then complete 5 to 10 minutes ofstretching to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your
muscles and will help prevent post-exercise problems.
Workout Guidelines
TARGET ZONE
THIS IS HOW YOUR PULSE SHOULD BEHAVE DURING GENERAL FITNESS
EXERCISE.REMEMBER TO WARM UP AND COOL DOWN FOR A FEW MINUTES.
The most important factor here is the amount of effort you put in. The harder and longer you work,
the more calories you will burn. Effectively this is the same as if you were training to improve your
fitness, the difference is the goal.
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PLEASE NOTE: Before beginning any exercise program, consult your physician. This is important
especially if you are over the age of 45 or individuals with pre-existing health problems.
The pulse sensors are not medical devices. Various factors, including the user’s movement, may
affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The pulse sensors are intended only as an exercise aid in
determining heart rate trends in general.
Exercising is great way to control your weight, improving your fitness and reduce the effect of aging
and stress. The key to success is to make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life.
The condition of your heart and lungs and how efficient they are in delivering oxygen via your blood
to your muscles is an important factor to your fitness. Your muscles use this oxygen to provideenough
energy fordaily activity. This is called aerobic activity. When you are fit, your heart will not have to
work so hard. It willpump a lot fewer times per minute, reducing the wear and tear of your heart.
So as you can see, the fitter you are, the healthier and greater you will feel.
Start each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and some light exercises. A proper warm-up
increasesyour body temperature, heart rate and circulation in preparation for exercise. Ease into
your exercise.
Warm-up
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