Epic Fitness El 1200 Pro Elliptical English Manual - Page 15

HOW TO USE A ZONE WORKOUT 1. Turn on the console. See step 1 on page 13. 2. Select a zone workout. To select a zone workout, press one of the six Programs By Zone buttons. When you select a zone workout, the name of the workout will appear in the display for a few seconds and a profile of the resistance levels of the workout will scroll across the matrix. As you exercise, the console will display a variety of exercise instructions. For example, the console may instruct you to pedal backwards, breathe deeply, or to use only your upper body during certain segments of the workout. In addition, the colors on the lit muscle display will indicate your exercise intensity: Color Pink Blue Green Yellow Orange Red Exercise Intensity Low Low Medium Medium High High Profile 3. Begin pedaling to start the workout. Each workout is divided into 30 one-minute segments. One resistance level, one ramp incline level, and one target pace setting are programmed for each segment. Note: The same resistance level, ramp incline level, and/or target pace setting may be programmed for two or more consecutive segments. During the workout, the workout profile will show your progress (see the drawing above). The flashing segment of the profile represents the current segment of the workout. The height of the flashing segment indicates the resistance level for the current segment. At the end of each segment of the workout, a series of tones will sound and the next segment of the profile will begin to flash. If a different resistance level or ramp incline level is programmed for the next segment, the resistance level or the ramp incline level will appear in the display for a few seconds to alert you. The resistance of the pedals or the ramp incline level will then change. You will also be prompted to keep your pedaling pace near the target pace setting for the current segment. When the words PEDAL FASTER appear in the display, increase your pace. When the words PEDAL SLOWER appear, decrease your pace. When no words appear, maintain your current pace. Important: The target pace settings are intended only to provide motivation. Make sure to pedal at a pace that is comfortable for you. 15