OPERATION
■ Foot positioning/pedal strap adjustment
Place the ball of each foot on the pedals. Rotate the ped-
als until one foot is within arms reach. Then, reach down
carefully and fasten the rubber strap over your shoe and
secure it to the pedal by slipping the nub at the end of
the pedal through one of the slots in the strap. Pull down
on the strap until it snaps into place (Fig. 6). Repeat for
the other foot. Point your toes and knees directly forward to
ensure maximum pedal efficiency. Pedal straps can be
left in place for subsequent workouts.
■ Handlebar Adjustment
The upright bike offers an adjustable handlebar to ensure
a variety of comfortable hand positions. To adjust the
angle of the handlebars, loosen knob, adjust the handle-
bars to the desired position and re-tighten (Fig. 7).
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Console Adjustment
The upright and recumbent bike both feature a console posi-
tion adjustment that enables you to position the console
closer or farther away from your body to make the con-
sole buttons easier to reach, the LCD screen easier to
view, and your body position more comfortable so you
don’t feel too cramped or too stretched out while exercis-
ing. To adjust the console position, loosen the knob,
adjust the console to the desired position and re-tighten
(Fig. 8). Experiment by moving the seat and console sliders
closer together or farther apart to totally customize the most
comfortable exercise position possible.
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Resistance adjustment
Using the console, you have control over the levels of
resistance integrated into your workout. Typically, lower
resistance levels enable you to move at a faster pace, plac-
ing increased demand on your cardiovascular system.
Higher resistance levels will typically deliver more of a
muscle / endurance workout at lower RPMs. But everyone
is different! So experiment and find the beginning of
resistance that is comfortable for you.
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Lower body workout
Once you are in position and sitting comfortably, slowly
begin pedaling, with your arms relaxed and with your
hands resting on the hand grips. Pedal at an easy pace,
at a low resistance level until you feel comfortable and
secure. As you feel more comfortable, experiment with
the range of resistance levels available via the console.
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