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Half Roll Up with Bicep Curls
WARRANTY, CARE AND USAGE
FOR FLEX-BAND
®
HANDLES
The MERRITHEW
®
Flex-Band
™
Handles
simulates the resistance and flexibility exercises
performed on a Pilates Reformer. Use with the
Flex-Band series of DVDs and other innovative
fitness routines.
Warranty
This product is sold without any warranties or
guarantees of any kind. The manufacturer and
distributor disclaim any liability, loss or damage
caused by its use.
Care and Cleaning
If necessary, clean dirty spots with a combination
of tea tree oil* and water on a lightly moistened
cloth. Avoid excessive cleaning and corrosive
cleaning products. The latex Flex-Bands are
made of durable, natural rubber latex and are
coated with powder. Removing this powder
may cause the exerciser to stick to itself.
Ensure cleaner used does not make surfaces
slippery. Do not use corrosive cleaning products
on the Handles.
* Tea tree oil is a natural disinfectant available at most
pharmacies or health food stores; mix according to
directions on package.
Safety and Usage
Improper use of exercise equipment may cause
serious injury. To reduce risk, please read the
following information carefully.
• Before starting any exercise program,
consult a physician.
• Stop exercising if you experience chest pain,
feel faint, have difficulty breathing, or
experience muscular or skeletal discomfort.
• Do not allow children to use the Flex-Band
without adult supervision.
• Maintain control of the Flex-Band at
all times while exercising.
• Perform exercises in a slow and controlled
manner, avoid excessive tension in neck
and shoulders.
• Do not use the Flex-Band if it appears worn,
or damaged.
• Use the Flex-Band only for intended exercises.
• Follow exercise guidelines presented on
the enclosed Easy Start Exercise Poster or
in one of the many MERRITHEW exercise
videos or manuals.
Targets:
Abs and arms
Starting position:
Position handles close
to the ends of the Flex-Band. Lying on
back on mat. Spine in a neutral position,
neither arched nor flat. Knees bent slightly
and feet hip-distance apart with band
wrapped around soles of feet. Hold handles
with arms down by sides.
INHALE
Prepare.
EXHALE Curl head and shoulders up
off mat keeping lower back
in a neutral position.
INHALE Hold position.
INHALE Straighten elbows.
Repeat steps 4 & 5 four times.
EXHALE Lower head and shoulders
to return to starting position.
Complete 5-8 repetitions of the
whole sequence.
How to Attach Flex-Band Handles
Bunch band
Thread through hole
Insert plug
Tug on band to secure it
