1. Before starting this or any other exercise program, consult your physician. Your
physician should assist you in determining the target heart rate zone appropriate
for your age and physical condition. Certain exercise programs or types of
equipment may not be appropriate for all people. This is especially important for
people over the age of 35, pregnant women, or those with pre-existing health
problems or balance impairments. If you are taking medication which may affect
your heart rate, a physician’s advice is absolutely essential.
2. Start out slowly and progress sensibly. Even if you are an experienced exerciser,
start with the beginner workout and become familiar with all of the exercises before
moving on to more advanced workouts or exercises.
3. Do not overexert yourself with this or any other exercise program. Listen to your
body and respond to any reactions you may be having. You must learn to
distinguish “good” pain, like fatigue, from “bad” pain, which hurts. If you experience
any pain or tightness in your chest, an irregular heartbeat, dizziness, nausea, or
shortness of breath, stop exercising at once and consult your physician
immediately.
4. Warm up before any exercise program by doing 5 to 10 minutes of gentle aerobic
exercise, such as walking, followed by stretching.
5. Before each use, inspect the equipment and all parts, including cables, tension
cords, rollers, pulleys, handle assemblies and foot strap assemblies to ensure that
they are in proper working condition. Never use the equipment if it is not working
properly or if there are signs of wear such as frayed or worn cables, tension cords,
pulleys, rollers, handle or foot strap assemblies. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
6. USE CARE when getting on and off the equipment.
7. Use this equipment ONLY for the intended use as described in this manual. Do not
modify the equipment or use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Have plenty of clearance space on all sides of your equipment. It is important to
keep children, pets, furniture and other objects out of the way when using your
equipment. You should have a minimum of 3 feet of clearance space on all sides of
your equipment.
9. Wear appropriate clothing when exercising. Workout clothing should be
comfortable and lightweight, and should allow freedom of movement. Pilates
workouts may be performed with bare feet; or you may wear flexible athletic shoes
if you find that more comfortable. It is not recommended that you exercise with
socks or stockings only on the feet. Wearing socks or stockings only may cause
slippage of the feet when using the Foot Rest Bar Assembly or Push Up Bar
Assembly.
10. THIS EQUIPMENT IS NOT FOR USE BY CHILDREN.
SAFETY & WARNINGS
WARNING: You and others can be seriously injured or killed if warnings on
the equipment, in this owner's manual and video are not followed.
