LIFESPAN PERFORMER Page 26
6.1 Workout Guidelines
TARGET ZONE
THIS IS HOW YOUR PULSE SHOULD BEHAVE DURING GENERAL FITNESS EXERCISE.
REMEMBER TO WARM UP AND COOL DOWN FOR A FEW MINUTES.
Warm-up
Start each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and some light exercises. A proper
warm-up increases your body temperature, heart rate and circulation in preparation for
exercise. Ease into your exercise.
Training zone Exercise
After warming up, increase the intensity to your desired exercise program. Be sure to
maintain your intensity for maximum performance. Breathe regularly and deeply as you
exercise-never hold your breathe.
Cool Down
Finish each workout with a light jog or walk for at least 1 minute. Then complete 5 to 10
minutes of stretching to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will
help prevent post-exercise problems.
PULSE RATE GRAPH
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85% OF MAX
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70% OF MAX
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55% OF MAX COOL DOWN LEVEL
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RESET PULSE
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WARM UP
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COOL DOWN
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EXERCISE SO THAT YOUR PULSE STAYS IN
THIS RATE FOR AT LEAST 15-20 MINUTES
