Horizon Fitness Avalon Series - Manual (Page 11)

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Manual
Customized workouts, allowing the user to
adjust resistance level to the user's prefer-
ence.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Intervals
Improves your strength, speed, and
endurance by raising and lowering the resist-
ance levels throughout your workout to
involve both your heart and muscles.
Rolling
Maintains weight by gradually raising and
lowering the resistance level to gradually
raise and lower your heart rate.
Weight Loss
Promotes weight loss by raising and lowering
the resistance level, while keeping you in
your fat burning zone.
Mountain
Improves performance and stamina by rais-
ing the resistance level to high peaks to
simulate the most difficult outdoor terrains.
THR Zone
Benefits weight loss by maintaining an
optimum exercise level to burn fat, while
adjusting the resistance to keep you in your
target heart rate zone.
How Hard?
How hard you workout is also determined by your goals. If you use your
Horizon Fitness Elliptical Trainer to prepare for a 5K run, you will proba-
bly work out at a higher intensity than if your goal is general fitness.
Regardless of your long term goals, always begin an exercise program
at low intensity. Aerobic exercise does not have to be painful to be ben-
eficial! There are two ways to measure your exercise intensity. The first
is by monitoring your heart rate (see pages 13 & 14), and the second is
by evaluating your perceived exertion level (this is simpler than it
sounds!). Note: Always consult your physician before beginning an exer-
cise program.
Perceived Exertion Level
The second and simpler way to gauge your exercise intensity is to
evaluate your perceived exertion level. While exercising if you are too
winded to maintain a conversation without gasping, you are working out
too hard. A good rule of thumb is to work to the point of exhilaration, not
exhaustion. If you cannot catch your breath, it’s time to slow down.
Always be aware of other warning signs of overexertion.
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