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We strongly recommend that you begin every exercise session in this posi-
tion. As a warm-up, it provides a balanced workout, distributing the empha-
sis between upper and lower body. Vary emphasis by pulling more with the
arms or pushing more with the legs. Keep your back vertical and upright at
all times. You should also vary your hand grip to target certain muscle
groups. For example, a wide overhand grip will target your shoulders; a
close overhand grip (shown) will target your triceps; and a close underhand
grip will target your biceps.
Muscles affected: All Major Muscle Groups
STANDARD WORKOUT POSITION
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As your strength increases, you’ll want to challenge yourself by toning your
forearms even more. Use the wrist roll with either the close or wide over-
hand grip. As you pull the handlebar toward your stomach, roll your knuck-
les forward in a smooth motion.
Muscles affected: Forearm Flexors
WRIST ROLL
Grip the center post high with one hand above the other. Perform ten repe-
titions. Change your hand positions and perform the same number of repe-
titions. For greater emphasis try one hand at a time.
Muscles affected: Biceps and Chest
CENTER POST GRIP
PROPER EXERCISE FORM
On the following pages are exercise guidelines and
photographs of the positions that you can use to get
the maximum benefit from the HEALTHRIDER
®
.
• Always start each exercise session in the standard
workout position to warm up.
• Pivot or bend from the hip—not from the back.
Don’t round your back as the bar moves forward.
• Center the balls of your feet on the pedals.
• Always bring the handlebar as close as possible to
your torso. Don’t extend the bar too far forward for
the first few weeks of exercise. Then allow the
handlebar to travel farther forward for increased
range of motion.
• Change grip positions and toe positions often to
add variety and balance to each workout.
• Place your thumbs next to the first finger or
wrapped around the handlebar. Change thumb
position during each workout session for greater
forearm endurance.