The Lifepro VeloCycle Exercise Bike is a fitness device designed for strength training and cardio workouts, offering a unique "galloping" feature for a whole-body exercise experience. It aims to provide an effective in-home rehab and fitness solution, especially for individuals seeking to improve their physical health without needing a personal trainer.
Function Description:
The VeloCycle allows users to perform aerobic exercise, which has numerous benefits for the body, brain, and mental health. It is recommended to use the bike for at least 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise per week for optimal health. The bike's exclusive design simulates riding a galloping horse, engaging calves, thighs, glutes, abs, chest, back, and arms, while also providing a challenging cardio workout.
The console displays key workout metrics such as speed (RPM and MPH), workout duration, distance, pulse rate, and calories burned, enabling users to track their fitness progress. It offers eight magnetic pedal resistance levels, allowing for easy adjustment of workout intensity, from a leisurely bike ride to simulating uphill cycling. The VeloCycle is designed for quiet and comfortable operation, featuring an ultra-quiet flywheel and a cushioned seat.
Usage Features:
- Adjustable Pedal Tension: Eight pedal tension levels (0-8) allow users to customize the difficulty of their workout. The pedal tension knob (2) is turned clockwise to increase resistance and counter-clockwise to decrease it. Beginners are advised to start with the lowest tension level and gradually increase it.
- Galloping Feature: A hydraulic mechanism (5) enables a unique "galloping" workout. To engage this feature, users firmly grasp the front handlebars (30) and push them away while pressing their feet into the pedals and pushing back against the seat (10) with their hips. This movement is then reversed by pulling the handlebars in while lifting with hips, legs, and glutes. This feature helps tone various muscle groups and provides a challenging cardio workout.
- Pulse Sensors: Built-in pulse sensors (31) on the front handlebars (30) measure and display the user's pulse rate on the console (29). Users need to grasp the sensors firmly with both hands for a few seconds to get a reading.
- Adjustable Seat Height: The seat height can be adjusted using the seat adjustment knob (15) and seat post insert (14). There are six height adjustment holes to accommodate different user heights.
- Pedal Safety Straps: The pedals (36 R/L) are equipped with safety straps to keep feet secure during exercise. These straps have multiple adjustment holes to fit various foot sizes.
- Console Modes: The console tracks various workout metrics and offers seven modes: scan, speed in RPM, speed in MPH, time, distance, calories, and pulse. In scan mode, each value is displayed for five seconds. The "Mode" button (7) allows users to toggle through these modes.
- Workout Value Reset: Time, distance, and calories burned values are cumulative. To reset them for a new workout, users can press and hold the "Mode" button for 3 seconds or remove and replace the batteries.
- Auto Shutoff: The console automatically shuts off after 4 minutes of inactivity and powers on when the "Mode" button is pressed, exercise begins, or new batteries are inserted.
- Folding and Storage: The VeloCycle folds quickly and easily for small-footprint storage. The locking pin (3) secures the bike in its folded configuration. Once folded, it can be moved using the wheels on the front stabilizer (6) by tilting the bike.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Dimensions (Unfolded): 40.5" (L) x 24.0" (W) x 56.2" (H)
- Folded Dimensions: 18.3" (L) x 23.2" (W) x 64.2" (H)
- Net Weight: 56.2 lbs.
- Maximum User Weight: 242 lbs.
- Decibel Rating: <40 dB (ultra-quiet operation)
- Pedal Tension Settings: 0-8 magnetic resistance levels
- Operation Temperature: 32-104° F
- Console Battery Requirement: 2 AA batteries (included)
Maintenance Features:
- Regular Checks: Before each use, users should check for any objects on or under the bike, ensure the pedals are tight, and verify the tightness of all bolts and nuts. The locking pin must also be properly inserted.
- Cleaning: After each workout, the bike should be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild, non-abrasive detergent to remove perspiration and other liquid residues, then thoroughly dried. Solvents or chemical cleaners should not be used.
- Troubleshooting Guide: The manual includes a troubleshooting guide for common issues like the console not functioning (dead batteries, incorrect battery installation, disconnected speed sensor cable), inconsistent pulse readings (hands not on sensors, damp sensors, gripping too tightly), loose or stripped pedals, and squeaking noises (loose bolts).
- Consult a medical professional before starting any new exercise program, especially for individuals over 35 or with pre-existing health conditions.
- Exercise within an appropriate target heart rate range to avoid overexertion.
- Stop exercising immediately if experiencing symptoms like faintness, dizziness, nausea, chest pain, difficulty breathing, or irregular heartbeat.
- Always ensure the locking pin is properly inserted before using, moving, or lifting the bike.
- Wear appropriate clothing and athletic shoes. Avoid loose clothing that could get caught in the bike.
- Warm up for at least five minutes before exercise and cool down afterward.
- Keep hands, fingers, and toes away from all moving parts.
- Remain seated while using the VeloCycle; do not stand on the pedals.
- The VeloCycle does not have a braking system; decrease pedaling speed slowly to stop.
- Keep children and pets away from the exercise bike. It is for adult-use only.
- Do not use outdoors or in humid environments.
- Store the unit in a dry environment between 32°-104°F.
- Place the unit on a stable, level floor with at least two feet of clearance around all sides.
- Remove batteries from the console if the bike will not be used for a long time.
The Lifepro VeloCycle is backed by a lifetime warranty, requiring product registration within 14 days of purchase. Lifepro also provides a library of free workout videos on their website to help users maximize their fitness routine.
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