User manual FITNESSQUEST EASY SHAPER

[. . . ] You must distinguish "good" pain, like fatigue, from "bad" pain, which hurts. If you experience any pain or tightness in your chest, an irregular heartbeat or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately. Keep this and all fitness equipment out of the reach of children. ­ ADDITIONAL WORKOUT PROGRESS CHARTS ­ Date Weight Waist Hips Thighs Calves Date Weight Waist Hips Thighs Calves REMEMBER - REVIEW THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND THE INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO THOROUGHLY BEFORE STARTING YOUR WORKOUT! IMPORTANT: SEE PAGE 3 FOR PLACEMENT OF THE FOLLOWING WARNING LABELS ON UNIT. WARNING LABEL 1 WARNING FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS STATED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND VIDEO MAY RESULT IN POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. [. . . ] · Always check to be sure that the bands are secure and show no signs of wear. · The Resistance Bands may become white after a few months of usage. Do not use water during cleaning. ­ ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ­ Occasionally our products contain components that are pre-lubricated at the factory. We recommend that you protect flooring, or anything else the parts may contact with newspaper or cloth. Before beginning assembly remove all parts from the box. Flip the leg bar assembly and place in position as shown here. leg bar assembly foam roll pop pin pop pin Storing your Easy Shaper Your unit conveniently folds down for easy storage. To fold your unit: lift bar frame resistance band link bar back rest cushion (body platform) resistance band bottom frame 1 head rest cushion hand grip 2 head rest frame "U" bracket fastener packs bag 1 fastener pack bag 2 3 4 5 2 ­ 3/8" x 50 bolts 4 ­ washers 2 ­ nylon nuts 2 ­ wrenches left cover right cover 4 ­ short feet 2 ­ long feet 16 Rev. 2/6/04 5 Exercise 11: Back Extension Sit up on body platform, with back facing press bar. Position your back against press bar approximately 2 inches down from the top of your shoulders. Once you achieve a comfortable position, cross both arms across your chest resting opposite hand on opposite shoulder. · 8 Reps · Repeat back front EASY SHAPER ASSEMBLY link bar leg bar assembly pop pin Be sure the leg bar assembly curves toward the front, away from the unit. Pull out the pop pin while lifting the link bar into the slot on the leg bar assembly. Release the pop pin when the link bar is in place. leg bar assembly spring clips resistance band link bar link bar Lift the leg bar assembly in position and bolt in place using the bolt, nylon nut and washers as shown. Use the washers next to the bolt head and the nut as shown. Attach the cover by screwing in two short feet per side. This may be done easier if the unit is turned on it's side. 4 ­ short feet head rest frame Screw the two long feet into the head rest frame. 6 Rev. As you return your feet to their starting position, lift the hand grips up and rock forward slightly. Without pausing, smoothly lower the hand grips as you extend your feet again. · 4 Reps (Advanced: 8 Reps) ­ EXERCISE GUIDELINES ­ If you are just starting an exercise program, choose a time of day that's good for you and stick to it closely. Keep your movements gentle, rhythmic and controlled. Muscle Toning Workout To gain the health and fitness benefits that you seek, your warm-up should be followed by a toning workout on your Easy Shaper. Build up as your current fitness level allows and progress at a rate that is comfortable to you. If you experience major discomfort, you may be on a regimen that is too advanced for you or you may have increased your program too rapidly. (continued on next page) 14 Rev. 2/6/04 2/6/04 7 Cool Down and Stretching. Stretches can help improve flexibility and relieve the tightness in muscles that results from repetitive sport movements. Finish your workout by doing the stretches that follow. Exercise 7: Kick Back Place body in an all fours position with legs closest to press bar. [. . . ] 2/6/04 2/6/04 9 ­ EASY SHAPER TM "BUN & AB LIFT" WORKOUT ­ Note: Beginners may want to start with one band. Exercise 3: Single Leg Press Lying down on the body platform, place right foot on press bar. · 8 Reps: Press out to even tempo · 4 Reps: Press out and return on count of 2, 3, 4 WARNING ALWAYS USE ONLY ONE BAND ON EACH SIDE OF THE MACHINE. NEVER PUT TWO BANDS ON THE SAME SIDE OF THE MACHINE. WARNING WARNING: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO REPLACE BOTH SPRING CLIPS ON EACH RESISTANCE BAND. Exercise 1: Basic Bun & Leg Press Lying down on the body platform, place feet on press bar. · 8 Reps: Press out to even tempo · 4 Reps: Press out and hold for a count of 2 at point of full press. [. . . ]