Resistance Charts And Information - Total Gym PowerTower Owner's Manual

OWNER'S GUIDE | RESISTANCE CHARTS
Resistance Charts
The Resistance Chart for all models is the same except the Total Gym PowerTower
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the only model that can accommodate all the levels shown. The GTS
to 22 and the Sport has levels from F to 20. Level F stands for "Fold," where the rails
TM
must be located to fold the Total Gym; however, it can also be used for exercise.
The Total Gym is designed to load nominal percentages of bodyweight as shown to the
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left column for a 150 lb person. Note each level changes by 2.5% of the 150 lb nominal
bodyweight. You can find the resistance as a percentage of bodyweight from the table
below for you or your clients.
All Total Gym models use a variable angle incline plane to create exercise resistance by
modifying the effect of the user's bodyweight—a steeper angle normally generates more
resistance. The Resistance Chart is calculated to indicate the resistance load at each
level relative to a percentage of bodyweight.
If you desire to add weight to the glideboard it must be done by purchasing the optional
is
TM
weight bar and following the safety instructions provided with it and as listed below:
has levels from F
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1. Plate weights with a nominal 1" bore can be added to the weight bar as long as
the size and quantity does not interfere with the motion of the glideboard.
2. Any quantity and weight can be added to the weight bar as long as the total
weight including the user's bodyweight does not exceed 650 lb or 295 kg.
3. The plate weights must be equally loaded on each side and secured on the
ends with a clamp before use.
4. The person exercising should face the equipment at all times during the
exercise. The weights on the weight bar should remain within the field of vision of
the user throughout the exercise to prevent danger to a third party.