Ultrasport 331100000022 Manuel D'utilisation page 31

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TENSION ADJUSTMENT
For minute tension adjustment, simply use the tension adjustment knob (20) found beneath the console.
To increase tension, turn clockwise (+), to decrease tension, turn anti-clockwise (–).
Training Tips
To achieve a considerable improvement of your physical resistance and your health, some aspects of how
for a long period of time, please consult your general physician before starting an exercise regimen.
Intensity
To achieve maximum results the right intensity has to be chosen, The heart rate is used as guideline.
As a rule of thumb the following formula is commonly used: Maximum pulse rate = 220 – Age While
exercising the pulse rate should always be between 60 % - 85 % of the maximum pulse rate. For
your personal training rates please see the pulse rate chart.
couple of weeks.
maximum pulse rate.
Fat burning
The body starts to burn fat at approx. 60 % of the maximum pulse rate.
To reach an optimum burning rate. it is advisable to keep the pulse rate between 60 % - 70 % of the
maximum pulse rate. The optimum training amount consists of three workouts per week 30 minutes
each. For example:
You are 52 years of age and would like to start exercising.
Maximum pulse rate = 220 – 52(age) = 168 pulse/min
Minimum pulse rate = 168 x 0.6 = 101 pulse/min
Highest pulse rate = 168 x 0.7 = 117 pulse/min
maximum pulse rate. This can be done by increasing the resistance, a higher frequency or longer training
periods.
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