Operation Manual

26 Owner’s Manual
walking at slow speed.
COOL DOWN
NEVER stop exercising suddenly. A cool down period of about 5 minutes will allow your heart to
re-adjust to the decreased demand. Use a low speed setting during the cool down to gradually
lower your heart rate.
HOW OFTEN ?
It is most often recommended that you exercise at least three to four times a week to maintain
cardiovascular fitness. If you have other goals such as weight loss or fat loss, you will achieve
your goal faster with more frequent exercise. Whether it is three days or six days, remember
that your ultimate goal should be to make exercise a lifetime habit.
HOW LONG ?
For aerobic exercise benefits, it is recommended that you exercise for about thirty minutes per
session. Always start slowly, especially if you have been sedentary during the past year. In
the beginning, you may begin with as little as 5 minutes per session. Your body will need time
to adjust to the new activity. As your body adjusts, gradually increase your workout time per
session.
If your goal is weight loss, a longer exercise session at lower intensities has been found to be
most effective. A workout time of 45-50 minutes or more is recommended for best weight loss
results.