MOVING
Your Horizon Fitness treadmill has a pair of transport wheels built into the base frame. To move, make
sure the treadmill is folded and securely latched. Then firmly grasp the handlebars, tilt the treadmill
back and roll.
CAUTION!
Our Treadmills are heavy, use care and additional help if necessary when
moving. Do not attempt to move or transport treadmill unless it is in upright, folded position with the
lock latch secured. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.
FOOT LOCK-LATCH
FOLDING
Firmly grasp the back end of the treadmill. Carefully lift the end of the treadmill deck to the upright
position until the foot lock latch engages and securely locks the deck into position. Make sure the deck
is securely latched before letting go. To unfold, firmly grasp the back end of the treadmill. Gently
press down on the foot lock latch with your foot until the lock latch disengages. Carefully lower the
deck to the ground.
NOTE:
on some models the foot lock latch might be on the right hand side.
STRETCH FIRST
Before using your Horizon Fitness product, it is best to take a few minutes doing a few gentle stretch-
ing exercises. Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise
related injury. Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion. Do not stretch to the point
of pain. Make sure not to bounce while doing these stretches.
WALL PUSH
Stand near a wall with the toes of one foot about 18" from the wall, and the other foot about 12"
behind the other foot. Lean forward, pushing against the wall with your palms. Keep your heels flat
and hold this position for a count of 15 seconds. Make sure that you do not bounce while stretching.
Alternate positions of your feet and repeat for a total of 8 repetitions.
STANDING QUADRICEPS STRETCH
Using a wall to provide balance, grasp your left ankle with your left hand and hold your foot against
the back of your thigh for a count of 15 seconds. Repeat with your right ankle and hand, and con-
tinue alternating for a total of 8 repetitions.
SEATED TOE TOUCH
Sit on the floor with your legs together and straight out in front of you. Do not lock your knees. Extend
your fingers towards your toes and hold for a count of 15 seconds. Make sure that you do not bounce
while stretching. Sit upright again. Repeat for a total of 8 repetitions.
WARM UP
The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up. The warm-up will limber your
muscles and prepare them for more strenuous exercise. Make sure that you warm-up on your Horizon
Fitness product at a slow pace.
COOL DOWN
Never stop exercising suddenly! A cool-down period allows your heart to readjust to the decreased
demand. Make sure that your cool down period consists of a very slow pace to allow your heart rate
to lower. After the cool-down, repeat the stretching exercises listed above to loosen and relax your
muscles.
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