Bowflex 5000 Home Gym User Manual


 
Owner’s Manual
9
Getting Started
8. Begin your workout using the appropriate instructions for your selected workout mode.
Note: Resistance and weight settings are what your Bowflex
®
TreadClimber
®
exercise machine
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your settings on the console to insure accurate calorie burn calculation.
Select Your Workout Level
CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE STARTING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM.
Only he or she can determine the exercise program that is appropriate for
your particular age and condition. If you are new to exercise, are pregnant,
have a heart condition or any physical limitation, failure to consult your
physician before engaging in physical exercise, such as using the Bowflex
TreadClimber
®
exercise machine, could result in serious injury or death. If
while using the Bowflex
®
TreadClimber
®
exercise machine you have any
pain, tightness in your chest, an irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath,
feel faint, light-headed, dizzy or have any pain or discomfort, STOP and
consult your physician immediately.
Your TreadClimber
®
machine uses Hydraulic Resistance Cylinders
to absorb your steps and cushion your joints—reducing your overall
fatigue and eliminating muscle strain.
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Your personal setting will depend on four factors:
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quadriceps and lower back muscles to work harder, burning more calories, particularly at higher belt speeds.
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average fitness levels and a belt speed of 2 MPH (3.2 KPH) or
slower. You should always assess whether that setting is right
for you based on your individual needs and fitness level and
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As your endurance levels increase, you may find that your
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Workout Level Guide
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adequately supporting your weight (Refer to Workout
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may bump against the base if you use too much force on
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Setting to support your weight for the entirety of your
step.
Hydraulic Cylinders