EMERGENCY STOP
Before beginning a workout session ensure that the EMERGENCY STOP KEY is placed
onto the computer console and the safety clip is securely attached to an article of your
clothing. If you fall the clip will pull out the EMERGENCY STOP KEY from the computer
console and the running belt will stop immediately for emergency stop, helping to
prevent injury.
WARM UP AND COOL DOWN ROUTINE
The WARM-UP is an important part of any workout. The purpose of warming up is to
prepare your body for exercise and to minimize injuries. Warm up for two to five minutes
before aerobic exercising. It should begin every session to prepare your body for more
strenuous exercise by heating up and stretching your muscles, increasing your circulation
and pulse rate, and delivering more oxygen to your muscles.
COOL DOWN at the end of your workout, repeat these exercises to reduce soreness in
tired muscles. The purpose of cooling down is to return the body to its resting state at the
end of each exercise session. A proper cool-down slowly lowers your heart rate and allows
blood to return to the heart.
HEAD ROLLS
Rotate your head to the right for one count, you should feel a
stretching sensation up the left side of your neck. Then rotate
your head back for one count, stretching your chin to the
ceiling and letting your mouth open. Rotate your head to the
left for one count, then drop your head to your chest for one
count.
SHOULDER LIFTS
Lift your right shoulder toward your ear for one count. Then
lift your left shoulder up for one count as you lower your right
shoulder.
SIDE STRETCHES
Open your arms to the side and lift them until they are over
your h Reach your right arm as far toward the ceiling as you
can for one count. Repeat this action with your left arm.
QUADRICEPS STRETCH
With one hand against a wall for balance, reach behind you and
pull your right foot up. Bring your heel as close to your buttocks
as possible. Hold for 15 counts and repeat with left foot.
INNER THIGH STRETCH
Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees pointing
outward. Pull your feet as close to your groin as possible. Gently
push your knees toward the floor. Hold for 15 counts.
EMERGENCY STOP KEY
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