Bowflex TreadClimber TC20 User manual

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Welcome to TreadClimber
®by Bowflex ®!
Important Safety Instructions ................................. 3
Safety Warning Labels and Serial Number............. 5
Specifi cations and Features ................................... 8
Operations............................................................ 16
Before You Start .................................................. 24
Moving Your Machine ........................................... 30
Leveling Your Machine ......................................... 31
Maintenance......................................................... 32
Walking Belt Alignment......................................... 35
Walking Belt Electrostatic Reduction.................... 36
Troubleshooting.................................................... 40
Body Weight Loss Guide...................................... 43
100% Satisfaction Guarantee............................... 55
You are about to experience a transformation that will not only shape your body but will also change your outlook
on life. We thank you for investing your time and money in your TreadClimber® fi tness machine. We are so con-
fi dent in your purchase that we guarantee your results. If you don’t see results in the fi rst six weeks, you can get
your money back (less shipping and handling) – guaranteed (see “100% Satisfaction Guarantee”).
Use this Owner’s Manual as a guide to getting started on your TreadClimber®workouts and for tips to keep your
machine well maintained.
Yours in Health,
The Bowfl ex® Family
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injury.
Before using this equipment, obey the following warnings:
Read and understand the complete Owner's Manual. Keep the Owner’s Manual for future reference.
Read and understand all Warnings on this machine. If at any time the Warning stickers become loose,
unreadable or dislodged, contact Nautilus®Customer Service for replacement stickers.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock or unsupervised usage of the equipment, always unplug
the power cord from the wall outlet and/or the machine and wait 5 minutes before cleaning, maintaining or
repairing the machine. Place the power cord in a secure location.
WARNING
!
DANGER
!
CAUTION
!
To decrease the risk of burns, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and understand the
complete Owner’s Manual. Failure to follow these guidelines can cause a serious or possibly fatal electrical shock
or other serious injury.
• Children must not be let on or near to this machine. Moving parts and other features of the machine can be
dangerous to children.
• Not intended for use by anyone under 14 years of age.
• Consult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in your
chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again. Use the
values calculated or measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only.
• Before each use, examine this machine for damage to power cord, power receptacle, loose parts or signs of
wear. Do not use if found in this condition. Contact Nautilus®Customer Service for repair information.
• The machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use, and before
putting on or taking off parts.
• Keep power cord away from heat source and hot surfaces.
• This machine must be connected to an appropriate, dedicated electrical circuit. Nothing else must be
connected to the circuit.
• Always connect the power cord to a circuit capable of handling 10 amperes with no other loads applied.
• Connect this machine to a correctly grounded outlet; consult a licensed electrician for assistance.
• Do not operate where aerosol products are being used.
• Do not let liquids touch the electronic controller. If they do, the controller must be inspected and tested for
safety by an approved technician before it can be used again.
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• The electrical wiring for the residence in which the machine will be used must obey the applicable local and
provincial requirements.
• Maximum user weight limit: 300 lbs. (136 kg). Do not use if you are over this weight.
• This machine is for home use only.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. This machine contains moving parts. Do not put fingers or other objects
into moving parts of the exercise equipment.
• Always wear rubber soled athletic shoes when you use this machine. Do not use the machine with bare feet or
only wearing socks.
• Set up and operate this machine on a solid, level, horizontal surface.
• Use caution when you step on and off the machine. Use the supplied foot support platforms for stability before
walking on the moving belt.
• The normal design and operation of this machine allows for the treadles to move independently of each other
when a person steps on, or exerts force or pressure, on the treadles. Be aware that treadle movement can
occur when the machine is unplugged or the safety key removed. Always take care to insure that fingers do not
get caught between the treadles, and to prevent injury never allow children or pets around the machine.
• Do not operate this machine outdoors or in moist or wet locations.
• Keep at least 19.5” (1/2 m) on each side of the machine and 79” (2 m) behind the machine clear. This is the
recommended safe distance for access and passage around and emergency dismounts from the machine.
Keep third parties out of this space when machine is in use.
• Do not over exert yourself during exercise. Operate the machine in the manner described in this manual.
• Perform all regular and periodic maintenance procedures recommended in the Owner’s Manual.
• Read, understand, and test the Emergency Stop Procedure before use.
• Keep the walking belt clean and dry.
• Do not drop or put objects into any opening of the machine.
• This machine is designed for walking. Do not try to run on this machine.
• Keep your hands on the support Handlebars and stay as near the front of the machine as is comfortable in
order to stay in balance on the Treadles.
• Keep your foot in the center of each Treadle, do not let your feet cross in front of your body as you increase the
speed.
• Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer.
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Safety Warning Labels and Serial Number
002-2268
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* under Motor Cover
* under Motor Cover
* on inside of Treadles
-Moving parts can crush and
cut.
-Keep guards in place.
-Lock out power before
servicing.
CALIFORNIA 93120 PHASE 2
COMPLIANT FOR
FORMALDEHYDE
AAAAAAVVVYYWW9999 * under Motor Cover
* Safety Key

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Grounding Instructions
This product must be electrically grounded. If a malfunction occurs, correct grounding decreases the risk of
electric shock. The power cord is equipped with an equipment-grounding conductor, and must be connected to an
outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
The electrical wiring must comply with all applicable local and provincial standards and
requirements. Incorrect connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Consult a licensed electrician if you are not sure that the machine is correctly
grounded. Do not change the plug on the machine – if it does not fi t the outlet, have a correct
outlet installed by a licensed electrician.
If you connect the machine to an outlet with GFI (ground fault interrupt) or AFI (arc fault interrupt), machine
operation can cause the circuit to trip.
If an extension cord or surge protector is used with this machine, make sure that it is a heavy duty model
rated at 15A operation, and accepts an equipment-grounding conductor. Do not connect other appliances
or devices to the extension cord or surge protector in combination with this machine.
Make sure that the product is connected to an outlet having the same confi guration as the plug. No
adapter should be used with this product.
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Emergency Stop Procedure ( Safety Key Port )
The TreadClimber® machine is equipped with a Safety Key that can prevent serious injury, as well as prevent
children from playing with and/or being injured on the machine. If the Safety Key is not correctly inserted into the
Safety Key Port, the belts will not operate.
Always attach the Safety Key Clip to your clothing during your workout.
When you use the machine, only remove the Safety Key in an emergency. When the key is removed while
the machine is in operation, it will stop quickly, which could cause the loss of balance and possible injury.
For safe storage of the machine and to prevent unsupervised operation of the machine always remove the
Safety Key and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and the AC input. Place the power cord in a
secure location.
The Console will display “EStP” for a Safety Key fault. The TreadClimber®machine will pause a workout
when the Safety Key is removed. Inspect the Safety Key and be sure it is connected to the Console
correctly. Push the START button to resume the workout.
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Maximum User Weight: 300 lbs (136 kgs)
Power Requirements:
Operational Voltage: 120VAC 60 Hz
Operating Current: 10A max
Regulatory Approvals: c-ETL-us mark.
Evaluated per UL 1647 Fourth Edition, January
2008 and CAN/CSA-C22.2. 68-92.
This product, its packaging, and
components contain chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or reproductive harm. This Notice is
provided in accordance with California’s
Proposition 65. If you would like additional
information, please refer to our web site at
www.nautilus.com/prop65.
55.2”
(140.3 cm)
55” (139.7 cm)
31.5” (80 cm)
Handlebars
Safety Key Port
Walking Belt Guide
Walking Belt
Transport Wheel
Power Switch
Console
Smart phone / MP3 player
holder
Bottle Holder
Workout Cylinder
Walking Belt
Adjustment Bolt
Treadle
Transport Handle
Leveler
Side Foot
Support Platform
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Decrease button
Push to lower the speed of the belts, decrease a value, select a User, or scroll through a list of options
G.O. Coach™button
Push to start a G.O. Coach™ workout, or push and hold for 2 seconds to confi gure a G.O. Coach™ user profi le.
Console
Console
Bottle Holder
Workout Cylinder
Walking Belt
Adjustment Bolt
Treadle
Transport Handle
LCD Display
Increase button
STOP button
START button
G.O. Coach™ button
Decrease button
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START button
Push to wake up the machine, begin a Quick Start workout, to select an option, to resume a paused workout, or to
enter information. Push and hold for 2 seconds to set up a Custom Quick Start workout.
STOP button
Push to pause a workout, to exit an option, or push again while paused to end a workout.
Increase button
Push to increase the speed of the belts, increase a value, select a G.O. Coach™ user, or scroll through a list of
options
LCD Display
G.O. Coach™
weekly progress
display
User Profi le display
Displays which G.O. Coach™ user profi le is selected (one circle= fi rst user, two circles= second).
Note: The User Profi le display is not shown unless in a G.O. Coach™workout.
Landmark structure displays
Three landmark structures (a mountain, tower, and a building) segmented into blocks to show your workout
progress.
Heart Rate
display
User Profi le display
Landmark structure
displays
Time display
Distance / Weight
display
Calories display
Speed display
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Time display
Counts in minutes and seconds the total time of your workout (e.g. 24:22 minutes). During a Quick Start workout,
the Time display will count up from “00:00”. For a Custom Quick Start or G.O. Coach™ workout, the Time display
will count down.
Note: The maximum display value for Time is 99:59.
The default time value is thirty minutes.
Distance / Weight display
Shows your workout distance in miles (MI) or kilometers (KM).
Note: When you workout a distance more than “99.99”, the value will reset to “00.00”. During the set up of
a G.O. Coach™ user, the Weight value will be displayed.
The default value for a distance goal is 1.5 miles, and the default value for Weight is 150 lbs.
Calories display
Counts your total calories used. The default value for a calorie goal is 450 calories.
Note: When you reach “9999”, the Calorie display will rollover to a value of “0”. Be sure to add the 10,000
rollover calories to your workout results.
Speed display
Shows your climbing rate in miles (MPH) or kilometers (KPH) per hour to one decimal (e.g. 3.2 MPH). MPH is the
default setting.
Note: The maximum speed is 4.5 mph (7.2 kph).
Heart Rate display
Shows your estimated heart rate in beats per minute when you correctly wear the heart rate transmitter chest
strap. On detection of a heart rate signal, three horizontal dashes will fl ash as the heart rate value is calculated.
Note: The HR (Heart Rate) display will be blank if no signal is detected for 10 seconds.
G.O. Coach™ weekly progress display
Shows the progress of a G.O. Coach™ user toward their weekly goal.
Note: The progress display is only shown when a G.O. Coach™ user is selected.
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Hydraulic Workout Cylinder
Your TreadClimber® machine uses Hydraulic Cylinders to absorb your steps and cushion your joints, decreasing
your overall fatigue and reducing muscle strain. The displacement of the Treadles is adjusted by the dials on the
Hydraulic Cylinders. The MIN setting is the minimum amount of Treadle movement, the MAX is the maximum
movement. The closer the dial is set to the MAX setting, the more the Treadle will travel. This results in a more
intense workout.
Begin with each cylinder set to the central, white dot on the dial. If this setting allows too much Treadle travel,
adjust the dial toward the MIN (clockwise) setting until you are comfortable with the amount of travel. If you fi nd
that the Treadles do not move enough to fully cushion your steps, adjust the dial setting toward the MAX (counter-
clockwise) setting, allowing more Treadle movement. The Treadles should be set so they displace enough to
absorb the impact of your stepping motion, approximately 3 inches. Although the settings dial can move continu-
ously in either direction, it is recommended not to turn the dials through the red range.
Do not change the intensity settings of the Cylinders during a workout. Stop the workout and step off the
machine before you adjust the resistance level.
Note: “Bottoming out” occurs when the Treadle travels through too great a range of motion. When this occurs,
the Treadles hit against the base on the down step. To reduce Treadle travel, turn the setting dial toward
MIN or increase the belt speed.
It may be helpful to note your dial setting for future reference when there are multiple users of the machine.
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Remote Heart Rate Monitor
Monitoring your Heart Rate is one of the best procedures to control the intensity of your exercise. The Console
reads the telemetry HR signals from the Heart Rate Chest Strap Transmitter that operates in the 4.5kHz - 5.5kHz
range.
Note: The heart rate chest strap must be an uncoded heart rate strap from Polar Electro or an uncoded
POLAR® compatible model. (Coded POLAR® heart rate straps such as POLAR®OwnCode®
chest straps will not work with this equipment.).
If you have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device, consult your doctor before using a wireless
chest strap or other telemetric heart rate monitor.
Chest Strap
Using the heart rate transmitter chest strap lets you monitor your heart rate at any time during your workout.
Consult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in
your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again.
Use the values calculated or measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only.
The heart rate transmitter is attached to a chest strap to keep your hands free during your workout. To put on your
chest strap:
1. Attach the transmitter to the elastic chest strap.
2. Adjust the strap length to fi t snugly and comfortably against your skin. Secure the strap around
your chest, just below the chest muscles, and buckle it.
3. Lift the transmitter off your chest and moisten the two Grooved Electrode Areas on the back.
4. Check that the wet electrode areas are fi rmly against your skin.
The transmitter will send your heart rate to the machine’s receiver and display your estimated Beats Per Minute
(BPM).
Always remove the transmitter before you clean the chest strap. Clean the chest strap regularly with mild soap
and water, and thoroughly dry it. Residual sweat and moisture may keep the transmitter active and drain the bat-
tery in the transmitter. Dry and wipe clean the transmitter after each use.
Note: Do not use abrasives or chemicals such as steel wool or alcohol when you clean the chest strap, as
they can damage the electrodes permanently.
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If the Console does not display a heart rate value, the transmitter may be at fault. Check that the textured contact
areas on the chest strap are making contact with your skin. You may need to lightly wet the contact areas. If no
signal appears or you need further assistance, call your Nautilus®Representative.
Heart Rate Calculations
Your maximum heart rate usually decreases from 220 Beats Per Minute (BPM) in childhood to approximately 160
BPM by age 60. This fall in heart rate is usually linear, decreasing by approximately one BPM for each year. There
is no indication that training infl uences the decrease in maximum heart rate. Individuals of the same age could
have different maximum heart rates. It is more accurate to fi nd this value by getting a stress test than by using an
age related formula.
Your at rest heart rate is infl uenced by endurance training. The typical adult has an at rest heart rate of approxi-
mately 72 BPM, where as highly trained runners may have readings of 40 BPM or lower.
The Heart Rate table is an estimate of what Heart Rate Zone (HRZ) is effective to burn fat and improve your
cardiovascular system. Physical conditions vary, therefore your individual HRZ could be several beats higher or
lower than what is shown.
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The most effi cient procedure to burn fat during exercise is to start at a slow pace and gradually increase your
intensity until your heart rate reaches between 60 – 85% of your maximum heart rate. Continue at that pace,
keeping your heart rate in that target zone for over 20 minutes. The longer you maintain your target heart rate, the
more fat your body will burn.
Fat-Burning Target Heart Rate
20-24
FAT-BURNING TARGET HEART RATE
Heart Rate BPM (beats per minute)
Age
25-29
0
50
100
150
200
250
30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70+
196 191 186 181 176 171 166 161 156 151 146
167 162 158 154 150 145 141 137 133 128 126
Maximum Heart Rate
Target Heart Rate Zone
(keep within this range
for optimum fat-burning)
118 115 112 109 106 103 100 97 94 91 88
The graph is a brief guideline, describing the generally suggested target heart rates based on age. As noted
above, your optimal target rate may be higher or lower. Consult your physician for your individual target heart rate
zone.
Note: As with all exercises and fitness regimens, always use your best judgment when you increase your
exercise time or intensity.
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Fitness Basics
Frequency
To maintain good health, lose weight and improve your cardiovascular endurance, use the TreadClimber® fi tness
machine a minimum of 3 times per week, 30 minutes each day.
If you are new to exercise (or returning to a regular exercise program), and you are unable to comfortably complete 30 minutes of
continuous exercise at one time, just do 5 – 10 minutes, and gradually increase your workout time until you can reach 30 minutes
total.
If your schedule is busy, and you are unable to fit 30 minutes of continuous exercise into your day, try accumulating 30 minutes by
doing multiple shorter workouts on the same day. For example, 15 minutes in the morning and 15 minutes in the evening.
For best results, combine your TreadClimber® fitness machine workouts with a strength training program using a Bowflex®home
gym or Bowflex®SelectTech® dumbbells, and follow the Bowflex® Body Weight Loss Plan that comes with your machine.
Consistency
Busy work schedules, family obligations and daily chores can make it diffi cult to fi t regular exercise into your life.
Try these tips to increase your chances of success:
Schedule your workouts the same way you schedule meetings or appointments. Select specifi c days and times
each week, and don’t change your workout times unless it is absolutely necessary.
Make a commitment to a family member, friend or spouse, and encourage each other to stay on track each week.
Leave messages with friendly reminders to be consistent, and keep each other accountable.
Make your workouts more interesting by alternating between steady state (single-speed) workouts and interval
training (varied speed) workouts. The TreadClimber® fi tness machine is even more fun when you add this kind of
variety.
Apparel
It is important to wear appropriate, safe and comfortable footwear and clothing when using the
TreadClimber® fi tness machine, including:
• Rubber-soled athletic walking or running shoes.
• Exercise clothing that allows you to move freely, and keep comfortably cool.
• Athletic support that provides stability and comfort.
Warm-Up *
Before you use your TreadClimber® fi tness machine, consider doing these dynamic warm-up stretches, which will
help prepare your body for the workout:
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Dynamic Knee Hug
Stand with the feet together. Bring one knee forward and up
toward the chest. Place the hands around the shin and pull
the knee into the chest. Release the stretch by putting the
foot on the fl oor. Each repetition of the sequence should take
1 to 3 seconds. Repeat as a continuous, controlled, fl uid se-
quence 10 or 20 times. Repeat the stretch with the other leg.
Dynamic Knee Bend
Stand with the feet together. Raise the heel of one foot
toward the gluteals. Release the stretch by putting the foot on
the fl oor. Each repetition of the sequence should take 1 to 3
seconds. Repeat as a continuous, controlled, fl uid sequence
10 or 20 times. Repeat the stretch with the other leg.
Dynamic Knee Kick
Stand tall and hold one leg up with the hands at hip height,
keeping the knee bent. Hold onto a wall for balance with one
hand, if necessary. Straighten the knee as far as comfortably
possible. Release the stretch by bending the knee. Each rep-
etition of the sequence should take 1 to 3 seconds. Repeat
as a continuous, controlled, fl uid sequence 10 or 20 times.
Repeat the stretch with the other leg.
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Dynamic Twist
Stand with the feet shoulder-width apart. Bend the elbows;
hold the arms out to the sides. Twist the upper body to one
side and then the other side as far as comfortably possible.
Each repetition of the sequence should take 1 to 3 seconds.
Repeat as a continuous, controlled, fl uid sequence 10 or 20
times
Dynamic Bent Knee Heel Press
Stand with one foot forward and one foot back, hip-width
apart and feet facing forward. Bend both knees putting
weight on the back heel. Release the stretch by returning
to the start position. Each repetition of the sequence should
take 1 to 3 seconds. Repeat as a continuous, controlled,
fl uid sequence 10 or 20 times. Repeat the stretch with the
other leg. Touch a wall or hold onto something for balance, if
necessary.
Dynamic Side Reach
Stand with the feet apart, the knees slightly bent and the
arms at the sides of the body. Reach with one hand above
the head and lean over to the opposite side. Release the
stretch by returning to the start position. Then reach with the
other hand to the opposite side. Use the other arm to support
the body weight on the thigh, if necessary. Each repetition
of the sequence should take 1 to 3 seconds. Repeat as a
continuous, controlled, fl uid sequence 10 or 20 times.
* Source: Jay Blahnik’s Full-Body Flexibility, Second Edition, 2010. HumanKinetics.com.
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Workouts
Follow these guidelines to ease yourself into a weekly exercise regimen. Use your judgment and/or the advice of
your physician or health care professional to fi nd the intensity and level of your workouts.
Consult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in
your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again.
Use the values calculated or measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only.
Steady State and Interval Training are 2 types of workouts you can do on your TreadClimber® fi tness machine:
Steady State workouts
A Steady State workout involves slowly increasing your workout speed to a challenging, but comfortable speed
you can hold for most of your workout. For example, holding a 3.0 MPH walking pace for the entire workout,
except during the warm-up and cool-down. Steady State workouts help you build exercise confi dence, stamina
and endurance, and are essential to a well-rounded cardiovascular training program.
Interval Training workouts
An Interval Training workout involves adjusting your speed faster and slower for specifi c lengths of time to raise
and lower your breathing rate, heart rate and calorie burn. Here is a sample Interval Training workout:
• 7 minutes walking at a slow, easy, comfortable speed.
• 1 minute walking at a more challenging speed that is approximately 50% faster.
• 7 minutes walking at a slow, easy, comfortable speed.
• 1 minute walking at a more challenging speed that is approximately 2x faster.
• 7 minutes walking at a slow, easy, comfortable speed.
• 1 minute walking at a more challenging speed that is approximately 50% faster.
• 6 minutes walking at a slow, easy, comfortable speed.
Interval Training workouts provide variety, help minimize overuse injuries (that sometimes occur from doing only
Steady State workouts), maximize calorie burn and improve fi tness.
The TreadClimber® fi tness machine is designed to cushion your joints and muscles, and both Steady State and
Interval Training workouts should feel much more comfortable than walking or running outside on a hard surface
or a treadmill.
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Workout Schedule
Here is a beginner, intermediate and advanced sample workout schedule. With each of these sample workout
schedules, do not move on to the next week until the current week feels easier and comfortable.
Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5
Beginner Steady State Steady State Steady State Interval Training Interval Training
Steady State Steady State Interval Training Steady State Steady State
Steady State Steady State Steady State Interval Training Interval Training
Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5
Interme-
diate
Steady State Steady State Interval Training Steady State Interval Training
Steady State Interval Training Steady State Interval Training Steady State
Steady State Steady State Interval Training Steady State Interval Training
Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5
Advanced Steady State Interval Training Interval Training Interval Training Interval Training
Interval Training Steady State Steady State Steady State Interval Training
Steady State Interval Training Interval Training Interval Training Interval Training
Operations