Sears WEIDER AB Shaper User manual

Model No, 831.280750
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1-800-736-6879
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CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this TRE
zs future reference. "
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

mportant Precautions
* Use the AB SHAPER only as described in this
manual,
* AS you exercise, keep the sma!l of your back
on the exercise mal; it may be necessary to
raise our hips slightly. -
* Keep your head on the headrest. as you
exercise.
If you feel faint, dizzy, or short of breath at
any time during exercise, stop EMI
and begin cooling down,
© Read all instructions before you use the AB
SHAPER. Before you begin this or any exer-
. €ise program, consult your physician. This is
` especially important for persons over the age
` of 35 or persons with pre-existing health :
problems. SEARS assumes no responsibility
` fof personal injury or property damage Sus-
. tained by or through the use of this product.
efore You Begin
Congratulations for purchasing the innovative WEIDER®
AB SHAPER, The AB SHAPER is designed to shape
your upper abs, obliques, and lower abs to give you a
firm, flat stomach, in only minutes a day, The unique
AB SHAPER supports your head and neck as you exer-
cise, and helps you maintain correct form for maximum
results. Used as part of a fitness program that includes
regular aerobic exercise and a proper diet, the AB
SHAPER will help you to look better, feel better, and
enjoy the benefits of better fitness.
Before you use the WEIDER* AB SHAPER, please
read this manual carefully. In addition, be sure to view
the included videocassette.
If you have additional questions, please call our toll-free
HELPLINE at 1-800-736-6879, Monday through
Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding
holidays). To help us assist you quickly, please note the
product model number before calling; the model number
is 831.280750. Eos NES,
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Setting Up the AB SHAPER
VRAC
The AB SHAPER is shipped in the compact storage
position. No assembly is necessary. Follow the simple
steps below to set up the AB SHAPER.
1. Lay the
exercise mat
flat.
Raise one of
the handles as
shown.
2. Continue to
raise the han-
dle until the
locking pin
snaps into the
pin groove,
Raise the other
handle in the
same way.

1038 lower abdom-
E ed This
G Xercise
O
Beginning Exercises
Be sure to siretch for a few minutes before you begin.
1. Basic Crunch
This exercise
targets the
upper abdom-
inals. Lie on
the exercise
mat, and bend
your knees as
shown. Place
your hands
near the upper
ends of the
handles. Curl up to about a 45° angle, and then lower
yourself to the starting position. This completes one rep-
etition. Perform 10 to 15 repetitions.
2. Basic Crunch with Raised Feet
A
Ghis exercise
focuses on the
should be per-
formed in the
same way as
the Basic
Crunch,
except your
feet should be held about one inch off the floor during
the exercise. Complete 10 to 15 repetitions.
3, Basic Oblique Crunch
This exercise
is for the
oblique
abdominals.
Perform this
exercise in the
same way as
the Basic
Crunch, but
turn your
knees to the
side as shown. Complete 5 to 7 repetitions, change your
knees to the opposite side, and then perform another 5
to 7 repetitions.
Intermediate Exercises
As your abdominal muscles become stronger, and you
can comfortably perform several repetitions of the
beginning exercises, it is time to move on to the inter-
mediate exercises. Remember to stretch for a few min-
utes before you begin.
4. Raised-knee Crunch with Knees Held to Chest
This exercise
focuses on
the upper
abdominals.
Lie on the
exercise mat
and bring
your knees
toward your
chest as
shown. Curl
up to about a 45° angle, and then lower yourself to the
starting position. Keep your knees raised throughout the
exercise. Complete 10 to 15 repetitions.
This exercise can also be performed by resting your feet
on a chair.
5. Raised-knee Crunch with Knees Lifted to Chest
This exercise
targets the
lower abdom-
inals. The
starting posi-
tion is shown
in photograph
5a. Curl up to
about a 45*
angle, bring-
ing your
knees toward
your chest at
the same
ume; then
return to the
starting posi-
tion. Perform
10 to 15 rep-
etitions.

Intermediate Exercises—Cont.
6. Raised-knee Oblique Crunch
This exercise
focuses on the
oblique
abdominals.
Bend your
knees, lay
them to one
side, and hold
your legs just
off the floor.
Curl up to
about a 45? angle, then return to the starting position.
Hold your legs stationary throughout the exercise.
Complete 5 to 7 repetitions, ehange your knees to the
opposite side, and then perform another 5 to 7 repeti-
lions.
Advanced Exercises
The following exercises are designed to further improve
your strength, tone, and flexibility. Remember to stretch
for a few minutes before you begin.
7. “L”-Crunch
This exercise
is for the
upper abdom-
inals.
Straighten
your legs and
raise them as
shown. Curl
up to about a
45° angle, and
then lower
yourself to the
starting posi-
tion. Keep
your legs
raised
throughout
the exercise.
Complete 10 to 15 repetitions.
Advanced Exercises-Cont.
8. Advanced Raised-knee Crunch
This exercise
focuses on the
lower abdom-
inals.
Straighten
your legs and
hold them just
off the floor
as shown in
photograph
8a. Curl up to
about a 45°
angle, bring-
ing your
knees toward
your chest as
shown in pho-
tograph 8b;
then return to
the starting
position.
Complete 10 to 15 repetitions,
9, Advanced Oblique Leg Crunch Z
This exercise
targets the
oblique
abdominals.
Straighten
your legs and
hold them just
off the floor
as shown in
photograph
9a. Curl up to
about a 45°
angle, bend-
ing your
knees and
bringing them
to the side as
shown in pho-
tograph 9b;
then return to
the starting
position. Complete 10 to 15 repetitions, alternating sides
with each repetition.

Expert Exercises Expert Exercises-Cont.
The expert exercises should be done only after you can 12. Reverse Trunk
comfortably perform the advanced exercises.
This exercise
10. Bicycle Ab Crunch
focuses on
the oblique
This
exercise
MALI
E
on
Straighten
e lower
i
your
legs
and
M
raise
them
as
aighten
shown
in
i
zs
and
photograph
ho
m
12a.
Curl
up
Just
off
the
to
about
a
45°
Toor
as
angle.
This
is
shown
in
i
photograph
nS
10a.
Curl
up
Lower
your
>
y
to
about
a
45
legs
to
the
angle,
bend-
side
as
shown
a
p
des
in
photograph
S
8
12b;
then
D
ps
shown
in
return
to
the
ORT
starting
posi-
inen tion, Complete 10 to 15 repetitions, alternating sides
1995
eal
to
the
:
with
each
repetition.
ing
posi-
>
stn. Complete 10 to 15 repetitions, alternating legs
ASS each repetition.
13. Scissors
This exercise
focuses on
the upper and
lower abdom-
11. Jackknife
This exercise
targets
the
inals.
Hold
lower
abdom-
your
legs
in
inals.
the
position
Straighten
shown
in
your
legs
and
photograph
hold
them
just
13a.
Curi
up
off the
floor
to
about
a
45?
as
shown
in
angle.
This
is
photograph
the
starting
11a.
Curl
up
position.
to
about
a
45?
Cross
your
angle,
raising
ankles
as
both
legs
as
shown
in
shown
in
pho-
photograph
tograph
11b;
13b;
then
then
return
to
retur
to
the
the
starting
starting
posi-
position.
tion.
Complete
10
to
15
repetitions,
alternately
crossing
Complete
10
the right ankle above the left, and then the left ankle
to
15
repeti-
above
the
right.
tions.

The AB
SHAPER
offers a variety
of exercises
that
shape
your
Oblique
Abdominals
upper abdomi+ Abdominals —
nals, oblique
abdominals, Lower
and lower Abdominals
abdominals,
The pho-
tographs in this manua! show the corres: form for each
exercise. If desired, attach this manus! ‘9 the wall for
reference.
The exercises in this manual are divided into four
groups: Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert.
Start with the beginning exercises, and progress at your
own pace. Be careful not to overdo it during the first
few weeks of your exercise program. It is better to
increase the number of repetitions you do than to
advance to more difficult exercises too quickly. The
intensity of sach exercise can be varied by changing the
position of your hands on the AB SHAPER handles.
The lower your hands are positioned, the more difficult
the exercise will be.
To get the most from your exercise, proper form is
important. As you perform each repetition, use your
abdominal muscles to pull yourself up, allowing the AB
SHAPER to "roll" with you. Do nat press or pull the
handles together, Keep your head on the headrest and
the small of your back on the exercise mat. If necessary,
raise your hips slightly.
Always begin and end each workout with a few minutes
of stretching. Remember to keep plenty of water nearby
as you exercise, and drink periodica ly to avoid dehy-
dration. If you feel faint, dizzy, or short of breath at
any time during exercise, stop immediately and
begin cooling down.
WARNING: Before you begin this or any exer-.
€ise program, consult your physician. This is
. especially important for persons over the age of
35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
' SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal
injury or property damage sustained by or
through the use of this'prodact.
Suggested Stretches
Begin and end each workout with a few minutes of
stretching. Stretching prepares the body for exercise by
increasing the body temperature, heart rate, and circula-
tion. After exercise, stretching allows the heart rate to
return to normal and the muscles to cool down gradual-
ly. Stretching is also effective for increasing flexibility.
The correct form for three basic stretches is shown
below, Move slowly a$ you stretch—never bounce.
1. Hamstring Stretch
Extend one leg
and rest the
opposite foot
against it as
shown. Reach
toward your
toes and hold
for 17 counts.
Repeat 3 times
for each le 3.
2, Toe Touch Stretch
Stand with
your knees
bent slightly as
shown, Relax
your back and
shoulders as
you reach
down toward
your toes. Hold
for 15 counts.
Repeat 3 times.
3. Quadriceps Stretch
Place one hand
against a wall
and grasp one
foot with your
other hand as
shown, Hold
your foot as
close to your
buttocks as
possible, and
hold for 15
counts. Repeat
3 times for
each leg.

Storage and Maintenance Part Lisv/Exploded Drawing
The instructions on the opposite side of this manual Key No.
show how the AB SHAPER is used, When you are not
using the AB SHAPER, it can be folded and stored
under a bed. The AB SHAPER will even fit into the
trunk of your car for easy transport. Follow the instruc-
tions below to fold the AB SHAPER to the storage posi-
tion.
1. Hold one of
the handles
with one hand,
and hold the
frame with the
other hand.
Firmly pull
back the
handle.
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Description
Right Handle
1/4” x .6" Screw
#8 x 9/16" Screw
Left Handle
Spring
1" Round Cap
Sleeve
1/4" x I 1/4” Pin
Frame
Exercise Mat/Headrest
Foam Grip
User's Manual
"Training Videocassette
Note: "ff" indicates a non-illustrated part. Specifications
are subject to change without notice. To order replace-
ment parts, see the back cover of this manual.
- 2. Rotate the
O andle down,
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Rotate the
i896 other handle
Kdgwn in the
me way.
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The AB SHAPER can be wiped clean with a damp cloth
and mild, non-abrasive detergent. Do not use solvents.
831.280750 R0496A

Model No. 831.280750
QUESTIONS?
If you find that:
* you need help assembling or
operating the WEIDER* AB
SHAPER
* a part is missing
* or you need to schedule repair
service
call our toll-free HELPLINE
1-800-736-6879
Monday-Saturday, 7 am-7 pm
Central Time (excluding holidays)
REPLACEMENT
PARTS
If parts become worn and need to
be replaced, call the following toll-
free number
1-800-FON-PART
(1-800-366-7278)
All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or
special order when you visit your nearest SEARS Service Center. To
request service or to order parts by telephone, call the toll-free num-
bers listed at the left.
When requesting help or service, or ordering parts, please be prepared
to provide the following information:
* The NAME OF THE PRODUCT (WEIDER* AB SHAPER)
* The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (831.280750)
* The PART NUMBER OF THE PART (see the Part List and
Exploded Drawing in this manual)
* The DESCRIPTION OF THE PART (see the Part List and Exploded
Drawing in this manual)
JUN 1
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TEN
Full 90-day Warranty
state.
For 90 days from the date of purchase, if failure occurs due to defect in material or workmanship in this AB
SHAPER EXERCISER, contact the nearest SEARS Service Center throughout the United States and
SEARS will repair or replace the AB SHAPER EXERCISER, free of charge.
This warranty does not apply when the AB SHAPER EXERCISER is used commercially or for rental purpos-
es,
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
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