wemc00280 - weider ab crunch trainer ii - Fitness Equipment

Limited Warranty¨ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. (ICON), warrants thisproduct to be free from defects in workmanship andmaterial, under normal use and service conditions, for aperiod of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase.This warranty extends only to the original purchaser.ICON's obligation under this warranty is limited toreplacing or repairing, at ICON's option, the product atone of its authorized service centers. All products forwhich warranty claim is made must be received byICON at one of its authorized service centers with allfreight and other transportation charges prepaid, accompaniedby sufficient proof of purchase. All returns mustbe pre-authorized by ICON. This warranty does notextend to any product or damage to a product caused byor attributable to freight damage, abuse, misuse,improper or abnormal usage or repairs not provided byan ICON authorized service center, to products used forcommercial or rental purposes, or to products used asstore display models. No other warranty beyond thatspecifically set forth above is authorized by ICON.Part No. 147576 H01604-C R0698AICON is not responsible or liable for indirect, special orconsequential damages arising out of or in connectionwith the use or performance of the product or damageswith respect to any economic loss, loss of property, lossof revenues or profits, loss of enjoyment or use, costsof removal, installation or other consequential damagesof whatsoever nature. Some states do not allow theexclusion or limitation of incidental or consequentialdamages. Accordingly, the above limitation may notapply to you.The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any andall other warranties and any implied warranties of merchantabilityor fitness for a particular purpose is limitedin its scope and duration to the terms set forth herein.Some states do not allow limitations on how longan implied warranty lasts. Accordingly, the above limitationmay not apply to you.This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You mayalso have other rights which vary from state to state.ICON HEALTH & FITNESS, INC., 1500 S. 1000 W., LOGAN, UT 84321-9813WEIDER is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.Printed in China © 1998 ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.Model No. WEMC00280IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS¥ Read all precautions and instructionsin this manual before using the ABCRUNCH TRAINER II and use onlyas described.¥ It is the responsibility of the owner toensure that all users are adequatelyinformed of all precautions andinstructions.¥ If you feel faint, dizzy, or short ofbreath while exercising, stop immediatelyand begin cooling down.¥ Before you begin this or any exerciseprogram, consult your physician. Thisis especially important for personsover the age of 35 or persons with preexistinghealth problems. ICONassumes no responsibility for personalinjury or property damage sustainedby or through the use of this product.SAVE THIS MANUAL FORFUTURE REFERENCECUSTOMER HOT LINE:1-800-999-3756Mon.ÐFri., 6 a.m.Ð6 p.m. MSTUSERÕS MANUALCongratulations for purchasing the innovative ABCRUNCH TRAINER II from WEIDER. The ABCRUNCH TRAINER II is a compact trainer that focuseson your abdominalsÑto give you a shapelier figure andincreased overall fitness. And the AB CRUNCH TRAINERII is lightweight and portable perfect for use at home, at theoffice, or while traveling. Used as part of a program thatincludes aerobic exercise, strength training, and a properdiet, the AB CRUNCH TRAINER II will help you to lookbetter and feel better in only minutes a day. Before usingthe AB CRUNCH TRAINER II, please read this manualcompletely.As a manufacturer, we are committed to providing completecustomer satisfaction. If you have questions, or ifthere are missing or damaged parts, we will guarantee youcomplete satisfaction through direct assistance from ourfactory. To avoid unnecessary delays, please call directto our toll-free customer hot line. The trained technicianson our customer hot line will provide immediate assistance,free of charge to you.

AssemblySuggested StretchesBeginning ExercisesAdvanced Exercises#10 x 1.13ÓBoltHead Pad#10HexNutHead TubeSlide an Arm Tube onto the Head Tube. Align the holes inthe Head Tube with the holes in the Arm Tube. TheHandgrip of the Arm Tube should slant toward the oppositeside of the AB CRUNCH TRAINER II. Insert a #10x 1.13Ó Bolt from the bottom of the AB CRUNCHTRAINER II. Tighten a #10 Hex Nut onto the Bolt. Makesure that the Hex Nut seats into the hex hole in the top ofthe Arm Tube. Attach other Arm Tube in the same manner.AB CRUNCH TRAINER II UseThe ABCRUNCHTRAINER IIoffers a varietyof exercisesthat shape yourupper abdominals,obliqueabdominals,and lowerabdominals.HolesUpperAbdominalsObliqueAbdominalsLowerAbdominalsArm TubeHandgripThe photographs in this manual show the correct formfor each exercise. If desired, attach this manual to thewall for reference.The exercises in this manual are divided into twogroups: Beginning and Advanced. Start with the beginningexercises, and progress at your own pace. Be carefulnot to overdo it during the first few weeks of yourexercise program. It is better to increase the number ofrepetitions you do than to advance to more difficultexercises too quickly.To get the most from your exercise, proper form is important.Use your abdominal muscles to pull yourself up.Keep your head on the head pad and the small of yourback on the floor. If necessary, raise your hips slightly.Begin and end each workout with a few minutes ofstretching. Stretching prepares the body for exercise byincreasing the body temperature, heart rate, and circulation.After exercise, stretching allows the heart rate toreturn to normal and the muscles to cool down gradually.Stretching is also effective for increasing flexibility.The correct form for three basic stretches is shownbelow. Move slowly as you stretchÑnever bounce.1. Hamstring StretchExtend one legand rest theopposite footagainst it asshown. Reachtoward yourtoes and holdfor 15 counts.Repeat 3 timesfor each leg.2. Toe Touch StretchStand withyour kneesbent slightly asshown. Relaxyour back andshoulders asyou reachdown towardyour toes. Holdfor 15 counts.Repeat 3 times.3. Quadriceps StretchPlace one handagainst a walland grasp onefoot with yourother hand asshown. Holdyour foot asclose to yourbuttocks aspossible, andhold for 15counts. Repeat3 times foreach leg.Be sure to stretch for a few minutes before you begin.Keep plenty of water nearby as you exercise, and drinkperiodically to avoid dehydration.1. Basic CrunchThis exercise1targets theupper abdominals.Lie onthe floor andbend yourknees asshown. Placeyour handsnear the upperends of thehandles. Curl up to about a 45¡ angle, and then loweryourself to the starting position. This completes one repetition.Perform 10 to 15 repetitions.2. Crunch with Raised FeetThis exercise2focuses on thelower abdominals.Thisexerciseshould be performedin thesame way asthe BasicCrunch,except yourfeet should be held off the floor during the exercise.Complete 10 to 15 repetitions.3. Oblique CrunchThis exercise3is for theobliqueabdominals.Perform thisexercise in thesame way asthe BasicCrunch, butturn yourknees to theside as shown. Complete 5 to 7 repetitions, change yourknees to the opposite side, and then perform another 5to 7 repetitions.The following exercises are designed to further improveyour strength, tone, and flexibility. Remember to stretchfor a few minutes before you begin.4. ÒLÓ-CrunchThis exerciseis for the 4upper abdominals.Straightenyour legs andraise them asshown. Curlup to about a45¡ angle, andthen loweryourself to thestarting position.Keepyour legsraisedthroughoutthe exercise.Complete 10 to 15 repetitions.5. ScissorsThis exercisefocuses on the5upper andlower abdominals.Startwith your legsraised andparted aboutthe width ofyour shoulders.Curl upto about a 15¡ angle. This is the starting position. Crossyour ankles as shown in photograph 5; then return to thestarting position. Complete 10 to 15 repetitions, alternatelycrossing the right ankle above the left, and thenthe left ankle above the right.