Precor 946i - Manual (Page 72)

User’s Reference Manual: Programs 23
Programs
This section describes the programs available on the EFX576i,
EFX556i and EFX546i
. Use this section as a reference tool to better
understand each program’s purpose.
Choosing a Program
Choosing a program depends on your goals. If you are a beginner or
returning to regular exercise, you can start a cardio-conditioning
program to slowly return your body to a comfortable level of exercise.
If you have been exercising and feel that you have an intermediate or
advanced fitness level, you probably have established goals. The
Precor web site (www.precor.com) can give you many ideas about
fitness routines and advice from the experts.
Several exercise choices on the EFX are preprogrammed with
recommendations for ramp incline levels or resistance. For example,
the Interval Program is preprogrammed with recommendations on
ramp incline and resistance levels, backward or forward motion, and
alternating rest or work intervals. You always have the option to
override the suggested levels with certain exceptions found in the
Heart Rate and Performance Programs.
If your level of exertion becomes too great, reduce your stride rate or
use the arrow keys to override each upcoming column in the program
profile. If you use the arrow keys, the profile changes accordingly.
Program Tips
• While exercising, you need to pedal above 40 strides per minute.
Dropping below 40 strides per minute causes the EFX to shut
down to conserve battery power. The EFX displays a 30-second
countdown before it shuts off. If you move the foot pedals during
the countdown period, you can resume exercising where you
left off.
• Begin at the Precor banner and choose a program by pressing
PROGRAMS or QUICKSTART. Refer to Workout Options.
• A blinking column indicates your position as you progress through
a program.
• Prior to choosing a program, you may press the OPTIONS key to
access goal, language, or units of measure settings. After pressing
OK to confirm new settings, you must select a program within five
seconds for the changes to become effective. Refer to Setting
Display Preferences Before Exercising.
• To use the SmartRate feature, you need to specify your age and
wear a chest strap or hold on to the touch-sensitive grips. For
more information, refer to Changing Your Workout Display
Options.
• The club can set limits on workout, pause, and cool-down times.
Check with your club or facility manager to learn if any club limits
are in place that might affect your program selections.
Note: The EFX556i has a stationary ramp. All references to ramp
incline or CROSSRAMP apply to the EFX576i and EFX546i.