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EXERCISE GUIDELINES

THE FOUR BASIC TYPES OF WORKOUTS

Muscle Building

To increase the size and strength of your muscles,

push them close to their maximum capacity. Your mus-

cles will continually adapt and grow as you progres-

sively increase the intensity of your exercise. You can

adjust the intensity level of an individual exercise in

two ways:

• by changing the amount of resistance used

• by changing the number of repetitions or sets per-

formed. (A “repetition” is one complete cycle of an

exercise, such as one sit-up. A “set” is a series of

repetitions.)

The proper amount of resistance for each exercise

depends upon the individual user. You must gauge

your limits and select the amount of resistance that is

right for you. Begin with 3 sets of 8 repetitions for each

exercise you perform. Rest for 3 minutes after each

set. When you can complete 3 sets of 12 repetitions

without difficulty, increase the amount of resistance.

Toning

You can tone your muscles by pushing them to a mod-

erate percentage of their capacity. Select a moderate

amount of resistance and increase the number of rep-

etitions in each set. Complete as many sets of 15 to

20 repetitions as possible without discomfort. Rest for

1 minute after each set. Work your muscles by com-

pleting more sets rather than by using high amounts of

resistance.

Weight Loss

To lose weight, use a low amount of resistance and

increase the number of repetitions in each set.

Exercise for 20 to 30 minutes, resting for a maximum

of 30 seconds between sets.

Cross Training

Cross training is an efficient way to get a complete and

well-balanced fitness program. An example of a bal-

anced program is:

• Plan strength training workouts on Monday,

Wednesday, and Friday.

• Plan 20 to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise, such as

running on a treadmill or riding on an elliptical or

exercise bike, on Tuesday and Thursday.

• Rest from both strength training and aerobic exercise

for at least one full day each week to give your body

time to regenerate.

The combination of strength training and aerobic exer-

cise will reshape and strengthen your body, plus devel-

op your heart and lungs.

PERSONALIZING YOUR EXERCISE PROGRAM

Determining the exact length of time for each workout,

as well as the number of repetitions or sets completed,

is an individual matter. It is important to avoid overdo-

ing it during the first few months of your exercise pro-

gram. You should progress at your own pace and be

sensitive to your bodyʼs signals. If you experience pain

or dizziness at any time while exercising, stop immedi-

ately and begin cooling down. Find out what is wrong

before continuing. Remember that adequate rest and a

proper diet are important factors in any exercise pro-

gram.

WARMING UP

Begin each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching

and light exercise to warm up. Warming up prepares

your body for more strenuous exercise by increasing

circulation, raising your body temperature and deliver-

ing more oxygen to your muscles.

WORKING OUT

Each workout should include 6 to 10 different exercis-

es. Select exercises for every major muscle group,

emphasizing areas that you want to develop most. To

give balance and variety to your workouts, vary the

exercises from session to session.

Schedule your workouts for the time of day when your

energy level is the highest. Each workout should be

followed by at least one day of rest. Once you find the

schedule that is right for you, stick with it.

EXERCISE FORM

Maintaining proper form is an essential part of an

effective exercise program. This requires moving

through the full range of motion for each exercise, and

moving only the appropriate parts of the body.

Exercising in an uncontrolled manner will leave you

feeling exhausted. On the exercise guide accompany-

ing this manual you will find photographs showing the

correct form for several exercises, and a list of the

muscles affected. Refer to the muscle chart on page

18 to find the names of the muscles.

The repetitions in each set should be performed

smoothly and without pausing. The exertion stage of

each repetition should last about half as long as the

return stage. Proper breathing is important. Exhale

during the exertion stage of each repetition and inhale

during the return stroke. Never hold your breath.

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Страница 2: ...r of this manual Remove the PART IDENTIFICATION CHART and PART LIST EXPLODED DRAWING before begin ning assembly CrossBar by WEIDER is a trademark of ICON IP Inc TABLE OF CONTENTS The decals shown here...

Страница 3: ...time 14 Keep clear of the area around the U chan nels while the resistance system is in use Do not add or remove resistance bars from the U channels while the end of the long cable is pulled out 15 Al...

Страница 4: ...you to achieve the spe cific results you want For your benefit read this manual carefully before using the resistance system If you have questions after reading this manual please call our Customer Se...

Страница 5: ...jelly and soapy water Assembly will be more convenient if you have a socket set a set of open end or closed end wrenches or a set of ratchet wrenches Make Things Easier for Yourself This manual is des...

Страница 6: ...47 23 5 See the inset drawing Snap the Seat Knob 45 into the Seat Carriage 12 and attach it with two M6 x 16mm Screws 82 and two M6 Black Nylon Locknuts 69 Make sure the slot in the Knob is aligned wi...

Страница 7: ...end of the Cable with the eyebolt under a V pulley 92 Attach the V pulley to the Front Leg 6 with an M10 x 107mm Bolt 97 and an M10 Nylon Locknut 76 Slide the other two ends of the Cable onto the Hoo...

Страница 8: ...esistance Bar 67 the two 20 pound Resistance Bar Caps 88 to the 20 pound Removable Resistance Bar 36 the four 80 pound Resistance Bar Caps 100 to the two 80 pound Resistance Bars 95 and the two 40 pou...

Страница 9: ...ckrest and the Backrest Backing to the Backrest Frame 15 with four M6 x 45mm Screws 58 12 53 62 15 54 14 Press two 50mm Round Inner Caps 57 into the top and bottom of the Leg Developer 19 Press two 45...

Страница 10: ...ugh the welded tube on the indicat ed end of the Cross Tube 11 and then through a Swivel Arm 22 If necessary use the tip of a screwdriver to pull the end of the Cable out of the Swivel Arm Make sure t...

Страница 11: ...10 x 113mm Button Head Bolt 40 and an M10 Nylon Locknut 76 Make sure the flat edge of the Pulley Guard is on the bottom 19 20 21 80 29 40 28 3 76 28 74 94 74 76 76 80 71 28 80 Flat Edge 29 76 73 24 44...

Страница 12: ...he cable does not move smoothly find and correct the problem IMPORTANT If the cables are not properly installed they may be damaged when heavy resistance is used See the CABLE DIAGRAM on page 16 for p...

Страница 13: ...gh pulley in the same manner To use the Leg Lever not shown attach the two ends of the Leg Lever Cable 32 to the ends of the Long Cable 80 with two Cable Clips 51 Remove the high pulleys and detach th...

Страница 14: ...peat with the other end of the resistance bar If more resistance is needed add one resistance bar at a time Note When adding resistance always start with the heaviest resistance bar to be used and fin...

Страница 15: ...cation Be careful not to let the Front Leg 6 or Leg Lever 7 pinch your hands when you tilt the system back WARNING Make sure that all of the resistance bars are removed from the U channels before movi...

Страница 16: ...used to exercise apart from the resistance system as shown in the video or on the exercise guide To remove a Resistance Bar pull it out of the Tray 35 To replace the Removable Resistance Bars 36 67 sl...

Страница 17: ...aerobic exer cise will reshape and strengthen your body plus devel op your heart and lungs PERSONALIZING YOUR EXERCISE PROGRAM Determining the exact length of time for each workout as well as the num...

Страница 18: ...nual can be photocopied and used to schedule and record your workouts List the date the exercises performed the resistance used and the numbers of sets and repetitions com pleted Record your weight an...

Страница 19: ...E SETS REPS EXERCISE RESISTANCE SETS REPS EXERCISE RESISTANCE SETS REPS AEROBIC EXERCISE AEROBIC EXERCISE TUESDAY Date WEDNESDAY Date THURSDAY Date FRIDAY Date Make photocopies of this page for schedu...

Страница 20: ...er Cap 56 M8 Split Washer 52 19mm Spacer 17 22mm Spacer 106 M10 Washer 75 PART IDENTIFICATION CHART Refer to the drawings below to identify small parts used in assembly The number in parentheses below...

Страница 21: ...107 M10 x 65mm Button Head Screw 70 M6 x 16mm Screw 82 M8 x 19mm Button Head Screw 86 M10 x 25mm Button Head Screw 87 M10 x 132mm Bolt 66 M10 x 69mm Bolt 60 M10 x 107mm Bolt 97 M8 x 25mm Button Head...

Страница 22: ...25mm Square Inner Cap 55 1 45mm Round Inner Bushing 56 2 45mm Round Inner Cap 57 2 50mm Round Inner Cap 58 4 M6 x 45mm Screw 59 2 M8 Washer 60 1 M10 x 69mm Bolt 61 6 Seat Wheel 62 15 M4 x 16mm Screw 6...

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Страница 24: ...zed by ICON This warranty does not extend to any product or damage to a product caused by or attrib utable to freight damage abuse misuse improper or abnormal usage or repairs not provided by an ICON...

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