Specifications

AlterG M300 Medical Operations Manual Part Number 102508 Rev D
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SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE BEGINNING AN
EXERCISE PROGRAM
CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
Anyone considering an exercise program or an increase in activity
should consult a physician. If you have cardiovascular disease or there
is a history of such disease in your family, are overweight or are not
currently involved in an exercise program, it is highly recommended
that you follow the guidance of your physician before and during an
exercise program or any other increase in physical activity.
CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL FITNESS TRAINER
In addition to following the recommendations of a physician it is
advisable to consult a professional fitness instructor or personal trainer
to develop an overall fitness evaluation/wellness program that is
tailored to your particular needs.
UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF WARMING UP AND COOLING
DOWN
It is important to gradually “warm up” and “cool down” prior to and at
the end of each work out, respectively. Always try to incorporate a
series of basic stretches before and after each workout. Stretching
encourages the necessary flexibility to help prevent sore muscles and
injury during daily activities. Do not abruptly end your exercise session
on the AlterG. Always restore your full body weight slowly and include
a few minutes of walking at full body weight and low intensity before
stopping your exercise session.
HOW OFTEN AND FOR HOW LONG SHOULD YOU EXERCISE?
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a frequency of
3 to 5 days per week for a duration of 20 to 60 minutes, dependent on
the intensity of the exercise session.
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The United States Department
of Agriculture suggests that physical activity should be moderate or
vigorous and add up to at least 30 minutes a day. The USDA defines
moderate as walking briskly at about 3.5 miles per hour while vigorous
activity is running or jogging at 5 miles per hour.
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These are general
guidelines; you should determine what is appropriate for you with the
help of your physician.
1
Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise. Volume 30 (6) pages 975-991, 1998
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http://www.mypyramid.gov/pyramid/ physical_activity.html