Tunturi Aircycle E603 - Page 7

STRETCHING
Stretching exercises improve
flexibility, the range of motion
around a joint. Some research has
shown that muscles actually grow
shorter as we age if they are de¬
prived of exercise. Stretching helps
alleviate this trend and keeps
muscles young and supple. And as
discussed above, stretching helps
prevent stiffness and soreness
after exercise. Pay special atten¬
tion to stretching any muscles that
have given you difficulty in the
past.
Always use static stretches.
These are slow, smooth stretches
that create a steady (but not pain¬
ful) pulling sensation in the muscle.
The other type of stretching, ballis¬
tic stretching, involves bouncing
into the stretch; it is not recom¬
mended because it can lead to torn
and damaged muscles.
Below are some stretches you
can use before and after your exer¬
cise session. Be sure to perform
any stretching exercise slowly and
smoothly. Ease into the stretch.
Once you feel some resistance,
hold your position for several sec¬
onds. Do not hold a stretch beyond
what is comfortable.
EXERCISING WITH YOUR
TUNTURI AIRCYCLE
Cycling is an excellent form of
aerobic exercise; it improves the
mobility of the joints without the
risk of injury associated with im¬
pact exercises.
The Tunturi Aircycle provides a
complete upper and lower body
workout for aerobic, muscular and
cardiovascular benefits. You can
work the handlebars independently
from the pedals, or simultaneously
while cycling.
Adjust the speed and/or tension
on the Aircycle to reach your
aerobic training zone. The Tunturi
Electronics Module monitors your
speed, time, distance, and approx¬
imate calories consumed.
Forward Lunge
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