1. Review your User Manual and be sure to always be safe. Your excitement is contagious, and we want you to be successful in your fitness journey.
2. Take note of your new unit's maintenance needs.
- Treadmills will need to have the "push-off test" performed every so often to ensure proper lubrication (to avoid friction and wear on the belt, deck, & motor).
- Ellipticals will need to have any tracks or guide rods clean and free of debris. NOTE: debris can get stuck to the wheels as well, so check those too).
- Cable machines will need to have their guide rods lubricated with the appropriate lube (some manufacturers use a dry lube, powder, or liquid silicone). DO NOT USE WD-40. Be sure to also keep an eye on the cables to make sure there are no cuts or frays in the sheathing.
- Bikes typically don't need any maintenance unless they are in a dusty environment. Indoor cycles with brake pads will need to be checked for debris on flywheel and pad wear over time.
3. Be sure to have your physician evaluate your plan for fitness (exercise, dietary, &/or medical needs) prior to starting. If you need additional assistance upon clearance, we may be able to help.
4. Check your email (and “spam” folder) for emails from AFS that can help tou get closer to your goal.
5. Have fitness questions? Our goal is to be as helpful to you as possible, ensuring that your needs are met. So we offer a FREE STRATEGY SESSION to provide direction for you, and any referrals you send our way. Call or email us to set up a time.
6. Subscribe to Get more Fitness. Click one or all of your favorite social media icons at the bottom of this page or subscribe to our AFS Blog for info on fitness and reaching goals.
BONUS MATERIALS:
Movement: AFS Poster --> see more on the AFS Athletics YouTube channel
Nutrition: How to Fix a Broken Diet --> go here to Download "Fitness for Busy Professionals"
Mindset: Fixed vs. Growth --> contact a Sport Psychologist for improving sport or business performance
Recovery: Stress Bod
Still Need More?
We'll be following up to make sure you're getting the most out of your recent purchase and answer any questions that come up. Until then, you'll find information to help you along your fitness journey on our blog below.
Happy Training!
