Teeter EP-560 - Releasing from Full Inversion

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Figure 14
Return Upright
Return one arm back to your side.
Then, slowly return your second arm (Figure 13a). If you do not rotate
fully upright, DO NOT lift your head or try to sit up (Figure 13b).
Instead, bend your knees and slide your body toward your feet until
you have returned to the upright position (Figure 14).
Before returning upright and dismounting, stop just above horizontal and
allow your body to readjust to being upright (Figure 13).
DO NOT lift your head or try to sit up. Avoid relying only on
the handles to pull yourself up. This will only cause stress
on your back and will not aid you in returning upright.
If your EP-560 isn't responding as you desire, see
Troubleshoot: Find Your Balance on the next page.
Figure 13a
Figure 13b
Release Full Inversion
To release from full inversion, reach behind you and grasp the very
top of the backrest with one hand.
With the other hand, grasp the center of the A-frame in front of you.
Pull your hands towards each other until you have released the locked
position (Figure 12). Take care to avoid pinching your elbows between
the A-frame and the Table Bed.
Do not lift your head or try to sit up. Follow steps to return upright.
Figure 12
Ask a spotter to assist you the first time you fully invert to ensure you are able
to easily release and return upright.
Avoid full inversion until you are able to fully relax in partial inversion.
While locked out in full inversion, you will have freedom of movement for
more advanced stretching and exercise (Figure 11).
Start with simple torso rotations and gentle neck stretches. Over time, you
may want to add strength work like ab crunches, full-range sit ups and even
reverse squats. This is a great way to add benefits while you decompress.
Be sure to listen to your body. When you feel you've had enough, take a break.
Figure 11