Owner`s manual

Working Out

A workout begins in your mind’s eye. With concentration

and visualization you can approach your workout with a

positive, constructive attitude.

A good pre-workout mental routine is to sit and

relax, so that you can focus on what you are about

to do and think about achieving your end goal.

Warming Up

We recommend that you warm up by doing light

stretching and performing light exercises on the Bowflex

Conquest

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home gym.

Cooling Down

An essential part of the exercise routine is the cool

down. Gradually reduce the level of exercise intensity so

that blood does not accumulate in one muscle group, but

continues to circulate at a decreasing rate. Remember to

gradually move yourself into a relaxed state.

Breathing

The most important part of breathing during exercise is,

quite simply, that you do it. Breathing in or out during the

actual performance is not dependent upon the direction

of air flow relative to exertion. It is, in fact, a mechanical

process that changes the position of your spine as your

rib cage moves. Here are some tips for breathing:

1) Be cautious when you are concentrating or

exerting effort. This is when you will probably

hold your breath. DO NOT hold your breath. Do

not exaggerate breathing. Depth of inhalation

and exhalation should be natural for the situation.

2) Allow breathing to occur, naturally, don’t force it.

Define Your Goals