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DISCOVERY™ BENCHES AND RACKS
GETTING STARTED GUIDE
Thank you for purchasing Precor equipment. For complete operational instructions and troubleshooting, view the product information at
www.precor.com.
You can find English-language workout and training videos on our Education page at
www.precor.com/education
, or visit
our PrecorInc channel on
www.youtube.com
.
Make sure your trainers regularly read our blog (select languages) at
www.precor.com
for MORE ideas about fitness
routines and advice from trusted industry experts.
User Safety
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Read all of the warnings on the equipment and obtain instructions on the use of the
equipment.
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DO NOT exceed maximum weight capacities.
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If you do not understand how to operate a piece of equipment, ask someone from the facility
such as a trainer to demonstrate how to use it and to explain any safety instructions.
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Visually ensure lifting bar catch rods are fully engaged and seated in their hooks before
releasing the load and exiting the equipment.
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Make sure adjustment features are set securely in place or locked securely in position.
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ALWAYS set both bar catches when available on a equipment.
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PROPER bar catch height depends on the exercise performed.
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Make sure all weight and weight plates are properly secured before and after you execute
a lift.
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Use proper form and technique when you lift weights.
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If you're doing an exercise that involves pressing a weight above your head or positioning
a bar over your body, always use a spotter.
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ALWAYS make sure the weight plates are fully engaged and safety collars are secured.
General Guidelines
F
or the best results on your exercise program, consult with a certified fitness professional.
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Start your exercise program conservatively and always warm up your muscles before
exercising.
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Perform light cardiovascular exercise or calisthenics for several minutes, followed by active or
dynamic stretching, to prepare your body.
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Start with a weight for each exercise that is easily performed for the full range of your motion.
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Focus on good posture and engaging your abdominal, back and gluteal muscles to stabilize
your body during all exercises.
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Pay attention to how your body feels during and after training, and adapt your program
accordingly.
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If an exercise feels too easy, increase your training load or change your training position.
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If an exercise feels uncomfortable, modify your exercise by changing the training load or
movement pathway.
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