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work with a free weight. Be alert! before resuming exercise activities. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual In choosing resistance training, you've chosen a fitness T program that can enhance your sports performanceon the tennis court, ... F endurance, power and strength; To complicated adjustments and equipment changes typical of the VersaTrainer® weight; If at any exercise program. the smoothest on the market today. To help you define your moves accordingly. Exercise hope you'll take off features of other body, put on muscle or take ...
work with a free weight. Be alert! before resuming exercise activities. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual In choosing resistance training, you've chosen a fitness T program that can enhance your sports performanceon the tennis court, ... F endurance, power and strength; To complicated adjustments and equipment changes typical of the VersaTrainer® weight; If at any exercise program. the smoothest on the market today. To help you define your moves accordingly. Exercise hope you'll take off features of other body, put on muscle or take ...
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...to present obvious hazards to adults may not appear to do so to commencing an exercise Dprogram. It can be aware of life. Do not prior to using this weight. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Moving parts that could result in personal injury or loss of ...is in use • Operate the machine in the manner described in use additional means to increase the resistance (lifting load) of the Bowflex® VersaTrainer® home gym. wear loose clothing or jewelry. • R ead and understand all positional adjustment devices are not in this machine •...
...to present obvious hazards to adults may not appear to do so to commencing an exercise Dprogram. It can be aware of life. Do not prior to using this weight. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Moving parts that could result in personal injury or loss of ...is in use • Operate the machine in the manner described in use additional means to increase the resistance (lifting load) of the Bowflex® VersaTrainer® home gym. wear loose clothing or jewelry. • R ead and understand all positional adjustment devices are not in this machine •...
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...able to replace any body parts directly over the top of the Bowflex® VersaTrainer® home gym. Please read all safety precautions and warning information prior to persons, always fasten Dtie downs and lap belt before exercising. ! 4 4 % . 4 )S/afe.ty Warning Labels The... following safety warnings are based on the Bowflex® VersaTrainer® exercise machine. R$A! .F'T% 2 To reduce the injury to using your product. If you are...
...able to replace any body parts directly over the top of the Bowflex® VersaTrainer® home gym. Please read all safety precautions and warning information prior to persons, always fasten Dtie downs and lap belt before exercising. ! 4 4 % . 4 )S/afe.ty Warning Labels The... following safety warnings are based on the Bowflex® VersaTrainer® exercise machine. R$A! .F'T% 2 To reduce the injury to using your product. If you are...
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... failure; D• Functions smoothly and quietly. F • Compact. • Easily adjustable, allows you meet your exercise program. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Aerobic activities focus on the cardiovascular system. For overall conditioning - Total Exerciser Concept • Varied exercise positions help you to workout more easily and allow strong side to compensate for balanced conditioning...
... failure; D• Functions smoothly and quietly. F • Compact. • Easily adjustable, allows you meet your exercise program. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Aerobic activities focus on the cardiovascular system. For overall conditioning - Total Exerciser Concept • Varied exercise positions help you to workout more easily and allow strong side to compensate for balanced conditioning...
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...; Specifications Throughout this manual, all references to the left or right side and to exercise. The dimensions and general specifications for the BowFlex® VersaTrainer® exercise machine are as if you are facing the VersaTrainer® machine, ready to the front or back are made as follows: Physical Dimensions Length: 6 feet T Width: 4 feet Height...
...; Specifications Throughout this manual, all references to the left or right side and to exercise. The dimensions and general specifications for the BowFlex® VersaTrainer® exercise machine are as if you are facing the VersaTrainer® machine, ready to the front or back are made as follows: Physical Dimensions Length: 6 feet T Width: 4 feet Height...
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...; may require two people. STEP 8: N ow that the holes on each side) on the black Power Rod® Assembly (see Figure A-2). Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Pivot Arm Figure A-4 #12 Pan Head Screw Vertical Main Frame A STEP 4: Place 3/8" x 3-1/4" bolt into top hole and tighten (see Figure ...frame by tightening four of the #12 x 3/4" Pan Head screws through the four holes (two on so that you have assembled your VersaTrainer® exercise machine, it is all the way on each side line up of vertical main frame (see Figure A-1). Make sure that your health. ...
...; may require two people. STEP 8: N ow that the holes on each side) on the black Power Rod® Assembly (see Figure A-2). Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Pivot Arm Figure A-4 #12 Pan Head Screw Vertical Main Frame A STEP 4: Place 3/8" x 3-1/4" bolt into top hole and tighten (see Figure ...frame by tightening four of the #12 x 3/4" Pan Head screws through the four holes (two on so that you have assembled your VersaTrainer® exercise machine, it is all the way on each side line up of vertical main frame (see Figure A-1). Make sure that your health. ...
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... Resistance Power Rod® units are made from the cables. F Adjusting and Understanding the Resistance A The Bowflex® VersaTrainer® home gyms come with your Bowflex® VersaTrainer® home gym. To hook multiple rods up the most forward rod prevents rods from the Power Rod.... (22.5 kg) rods}. D Hooking the Power Rod® Rod to persons, always fasten tie downs and lap belt before exercising. !4 4%.4)/. 10 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Safety Precautions When hooking up the next closest rod. Each rod is marked with a protective T black rubber ...
... Resistance Power Rod® units are made from the cables. F Adjusting and Understanding the Resistance A The Bowflex® VersaTrainer® home gyms come with your Bowflex® VersaTrainer® home gym. To hook multiple rods up the most forward rod prevents rods from the Power Rod.... (22.5 kg) rods}. D Hooking the Power Rod® Rod to persons, always fasten tie downs and lap belt before exercising. !4 4%.4)/. 10 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Safety Precautions When hooking up the next closest rod. Each rod is marked with a protective T black rubber ...
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... Rod® rods should eliminate any noise. This should always be sure none has loosened with screws. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual 11 Getting Started CARE OF THE VersaTrainer® The VersaTrainer® design uses very few moving parts, therefore the machine needs minimal maintenance. Check screws periodically and... needed . Binding the Power Rod® pack together D extends the life of the rods (see Figure 3-1). 4 - General:Before using your VersaTrainer® exercise machine in use . T 2 - Tighten as needed . The following are attached to deteriorate.
... Rod® rods should eliminate any noise. This should always be sure none has loosened with screws. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual 11 Getting Started CARE OF THE VersaTrainer® The VersaTrainer® design uses very few moving parts, therefore the machine needs minimal maintenance. Check screws periodically and... needed . Binding the Power Rod® pack together D extends the life of the rods (see Figure 3-1). 4 - General:Before using your VersaTrainer® exercise machine in use . T 2 - Tighten as needed . The following are attached to deteriorate.
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...Make sure you understand the nature of resistance training and your current level of the rods (see Figure 2-1). Figure 2-1 Figure 3-1 12 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Resistance levels are marked on the two sides. STEP 4: Now hook up one or more rods toward the ...pulley, making sure not to A create the desired resistance. In general, start with the VersaTrainer® exercise machine. Getting Started ADJUSTING THE RESISTANCE T Select your goals. D STEP 2: Bend one side at the ends of fitness before working ...
...Make sure you understand the nature of resistance training and your current level of the rods (see Figure 2-1). Figure 2-1 Figure 3-1 12 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Resistance levels are marked on the two sides. STEP 4: Now hook up one or more rods toward the ...pulley, making sure not to A create the desired resistance. In general, start with the VersaTrainer® exercise machine. Getting Started ADJUSTING THE RESISTANCE T Select your goals. D STEP 2: Bend one side at the ends of fitness before working ...
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Getting Started STANDARD CHAIR POSITIONS Facing the Power Rod® unit: (See Figure 1) Back to the Power Rod® unit: (See Figure 2) Side at 90% to the Power Rod® unit: (See Figure 3) T Side at 45% to the Power Rod® unit: (See Figure 4) DRAF 7! 2 . ) . ' $!.'%2 To reduce the injury to persons, always fasten tie downs and lap belt before exercising. !4 4%.4)/. )--%$)!4%!#4)/.2%15)2%$ DRAFT # ! 5 4 ) / . Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 13
Getting Started STANDARD CHAIR POSITIONS Facing the Power Rod® unit: (See Figure 1) Back to the Power Rod® unit: (See Figure 2) Side at 90% to the Power Rod® unit: (See Figure 3) T Side at 45% to the Power Rod® unit: (See Figure 4) DRAF 7! 2 . ) . ' $!.'%2 To reduce the injury to persons, always fasten tie downs and lap belt before exercising. !4 4%.4)/. )--%$)!4%!#4)/.2%15)2%$ DRAFT # ! 5 4 ) / . Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 13
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...the handle if you feel unstable as this will automatically stop the pulley frames downward motion. STEP 6: IMPORTANT! Figure 3-1 Figure 4-1 14 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Getting Started ADJUSTING PULLEY HEIGHT T Adjusting the height of the frame. STEP 2: W ith casters facing foot plates .... STEP 4: Adjust pulley height to engage locks (see Figure 4-1). Release hand grip to desired level. If you are engaged before exercising. T Be sure locks are in Figure 3-1, pulling upward to ensure stability. F These and all other safety tips will help Doffset...
...the handle if you feel unstable as this will automatically stop the pulley frames downward motion. STEP 6: IMPORTANT! Figure 3-1 Figure 4-1 14 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Getting Started ADJUSTING PULLEY HEIGHT T Adjusting the height of the frame. STEP 2: W ith casters facing foot plates .... STEP 4: Adjust pulley height to engage locks (see Figure 4-1). Release hand grip to desired level. If you are engaged before exercising. T Be sure locks are in Figure 3-1, pulling upward to ensure stability. F These and all other safety tips will help Doffset...
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... all wheelchairs vary in a chair that is not equipped with functioning wheel locks. D O NOT exercise in design and size. DRAFT Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Figure 2: Attach hooks to persons, always fasten tie downs and lap belt before exercising. !4 4%.4)/. DR$7A!!2.F.')T.%'2 To reduce the injury to side rail. 15 See Figures 1 and 2. 3 - Figure...
... all wheelchairs vary in a chair that is not equipped with functioning wheel locks. D O NOT exercise in design and size. DRAFT Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Figure 2: Attach hooks to persons, always fasten tie downs and lap belt before exercising. !4 4%.4)/. DR$7A!!2.F.')T.%'2 To reduce the injury to side rail. 15 See Figures 1 and 2. 3 - Figure...
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...1-1: Attach hooks to side rail. 7!2.).' $ ! .F'T% 2 To reduce the injury to restrict circulation. downs and lap belt before exercising. R To attach perform the following steps: D STEP 1: G rasp hook and attach to side rail F eyelet then attach opposite...4 ) / . Getting Started STRAPPING TIPS CONTINUED T To ensure a safe and satisfying workout always attach lap belt before exercising. Grasp hook and attach to one side of the side rail eyelet (see Figure 3-1). Figure 3-1: Fasten lap belt together. )--%$)!4%!#4)/.2%15)2%$ #!54)/. 16 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual
...1-1: Attach hooks to side rail. 7!2.).' $ ! .F'T% 2 To reduce the injury to restrict circulation. downs and lap belt before exercising. R To attach perform the following steps: D STEP 1: G rasp hook and attach to side rail F eyelet then attach opposite...4 ) / . Getting Started STRAPPING TIPS CONTINUED T To ensure a safe and satisfying workout always attach lap belt before exercising. Grasp hook and attach to one side of the side rail eyelet (see Figure 3-1). Figure 3-1: Fasten lap belt together. )--%$)!4%!#4)/.2%15)2%$ #!54)/. 16 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual
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...; machine while it is appropriate for your physician or health professional. If you feel unstable or unsafe while exercising stop the exercise and consult your physician. 18 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Periodically check all fasteners to make certain that is in use . Never release the hand grips when rods are secure. T Only...
...; machine while it is appropriate for your physician or health professional. If you feel unstable or unsafe while exercising stop the exercise and consult your physician. 18 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Periodically check all fasteners to make certain that is in use . Never release the hand grips when rods are secure. T Only...
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... of time. That might require increased muscle endurance, greater muscle power, and aerobic conditioning. Here are dependent on the VersaTrainer® exercise machine. It is developed when a localized muscle is worked both positively (concentric) and negatively *eccentric) at the speed...ability to be sustained for a dropped pencil. Any exercise program should be supplemented with light resistances; That might require some fitness components that you want a A balance of the movement. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual 19 Each set , three sets...
... of time. That might require increased muscle endurance, greater muscle power, and aerobic conditioning. Here are dependent on the VersaTrainer® exercise machine. It is developed when a localized muscle is worked both positively (concentric) and negatively *eccentric) at the speed...ability to be sustained for a dropped pencil. Any exercise program should be supplemented with light resistances; That might require some fitness components that you want a A balance of the movement. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual 19 Each set , three sets...
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... workout, plan to follow this technique will help you fine tune your eyes and perform the exercise; D EXERCISE IN YOUR MINDS EYE With concentration and visualization, you work with. 20 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Using your kinesthetic sense can perform only the desired number of... exercise intensity A so that you warm-up using proper form and technique while exercising is to your workout as it is...
... workout, plan to follow this technique will help you fine tune your eyes and perform the exercise; D EXERCISE IN YOUR MINDS EYE With concentration and visualization, you work with. 20 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual Using your kinesthetic sense can perform only the desired number of... exercise intensity A so that you warm-up using proper form and technique while exercising is to your workout as it is...
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...muscle, such as other fitness guides. Taking the first step. Don't move too fast as you take care to follow these exercises will all need the most training first; And finally, review your workout and will help you determine your goals. Improperly designed...basketball. Remember, DRA Rome was not built in priority training. Exercise Overview DESIGNING YOUR OWN PROGRAM You may become sore and this can be patient. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual 21 A Select complementary exercises. Remember your goals and lifestyle. Take some time to your ...
...muscle, such as other fitness guides. Taking the first step. Don't move too fast as you take care to follow these exercises will all need the most training first; And finally, review your workout and will help you determine your goals. Improperly designed...basketball. Remember, DRA Rome was not built in priority training. Exercise Overview DESIGNING YOUR OWN PROGRAM You may become sore and this can be patient. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual 21 A Select complementary exercises. Remember your goals and lifestyle. Take some time to your ...
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... it is used for your physician. 22 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual A You should experience fatigue in this sample workout have been arranged by chair/position sequence to exercise and less time changing positions. Only he or she can be performed in ...WARNING Before beginning any light-headedness, dizziness, or shortness of chair positions, allowing you experience any exercise program, consult your physician or health professional. Exercise Overview Sample Workout T The following program is important that you consult your physician or health professional. ...
... it is used for your physician. 22 Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual A You should experience fatigue in this sample workout have been arranged by chair/position sequence to exercise and less time changing positions. Only he or she can be performed in ...WARNING Before beginning any light-headedness, dizziness, or shortness of chair positions, allowing you experience any exercise program, consult your physician or health professional. Exercise Overview Sample Workout T The following program is important that you consult your physician or health professional. ...
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...front of your upper chest and strengthens your front shoulders. Incline Press BENEFIT: This exercise develops the muscle fibers of the chest. PULLEY POSITION: Shoulder level. COMPLEMENTARY EXERCISES: Seated Row. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual START FINISH START FINISH 23 This sequence uses a pushing motion... the T chest (pectoral region) will be felt. The wider apart the handles are , the more work is the best exercise for developing overall upper body strength, as well as for basketball or tennis. BODY PLACEMENT: Same position as for firming and shaping...
...front of your upper chest and strengthens your front shoulders. Incline Press BENEFIT: This exercise develops the muscle fibers of the chest. PULLEY POSITION: Shoulder level. COMPLEMENTARY EXERCISES: Seated Row. Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual START FINISH START FINISH 23 This sequence uses a pushing motion... the T chest (pectoral region) will be felt. The wider apart the handles are , the more work is the best exercise for developing overall upper body strength, as well as for basketball or tennis. BODY PLACEMENT: Same position as for firming and shaping...
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... will be tilted slightly upwards. EXECUTION: Push the handles away from the chest, keeping handles shoulder width apart. CHEST EXERCISES Decline Press T BENEFIT: This version for the traditional Bench Press maximally develops the lower fibers of the arms. BREATHING ...Back to start position. Lock-down system secured. DR PULLEY POSITION: Shoulder Level. COMPLEMENTARY EXERCISES: Seated Row. 24 FINISH START FINISH Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual COMPLEMENTARY EXERCISES: Seated Row. Great exercise F for Bench Press. A You may want to Power Rod® unit, neck ...
... will be tilted slightly upwards. EXECUTION: Push the handles away from the chest, keeping handles shoulder width apart. CHEST EXERCISES Decline Press T BENEFIT: This version for the traditional Bench Press maximally develops the lower fibers of the arms. BREATHING ...Back to start position. Lock-down system secured. DR PULLEY POSITION: Shoulder Level. COMPLEMENTARY EXERCISES: Seated Row. 24 FINISH START FINISH Bowflex® VersaTrainer® Owner's Manual COMPLEMENTARY EXERCISES: Seated Row. Great exercise F for Bench Press. A You may want to Power Rod® unit, neck ...