For tension adjustment, simply use the tension adjustment knob found beneath the console.
To increase tension, turn clockwise (+), to decrease tension, turn anti-clockwise (–).
Training Tips
To achieve a considerable improvement of your physical resistance and your health, some
aspects of how to find the most efficient amount of training should be followed: if you have
not been physically active for a long period of time, please consult your general physician
before starting an exercise regimen.
Intensity
To achieve maximum results the right intensity has to be chosen, The heart rate is used as
guideline.
As a rule of thumb the following formula is commonly used: Maximum pulse rate = 220 –
Age While exercising the pulse rate should always be between 60% - 85% of the maximum
pulse rate.
For your personal training rates please see the pulse rate chart.
When starting to exercise you should keep your rate at 60% of your maximum pulse rate in
the first couple of weeks.
With increasing improvement of fitness the pulse rate should be slowly increased to 85% of
your maximum pulse rate.
Fat burning
The body starts to burn fat at approx. 60% of the maximum pulse rate.
To reach an optimum burning rate. it is advisable to keep the pulse rate between 60% -
70% of the maximum pulse rate. The optimum training amount consists of three workouts
per week 30 minutes each. For example:
You are 52 years of age and would like to start exercising.
Maximum pulse rate = 220 – 52(age) = 168 pulse/min
Minimum pulse rate = 168 x 0.6 = 101 pulse/min
Highest pulse rate = 168 x 0.7 = 117 pulse/min
During the first weeks it is advisable to start with a pulse rate of 101, afterwards increase it
to 117. With increasing improvement of fitness the training intensity should be increased to
70% - 85% of your maximum pulse rate. This can be done by increasing the resistance, a
higher frequency or longer training periods.
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