General
Information
Obesity is a medical condition that increases the likelihood of various
diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, breathing difficulties during
sleep, certain kinds of cancer and osteoarthritis.Effective treatment for obesity and
management of weight is based on a combination of exercise, nutrition, and
behavior modification (1). A regular exercise program is essential for
long-term weight loss and control. The Resistance
Chair Solution offers a variety of exercises that can be tailored to
each individual level of fitness. The Resistance Chair
is simple and convenient to use, making it ideal for a regular program.
Exercise has been shown to improve many obesity-related diseases, such as
increasing glycemic control and insulin sensitivity; possibly preventing type
II diabetes (see Diabetes Guideline) (2). It has also had positive effects in
normalizing cholesterol levels, reducing hypertension, and reducing risk of
coronary artery disease.
Resistance Chair Recommendations
An exercise program should be tailored specifically for obese individuals to
match their level of conditioning. A combination of consistent exercise, such
as the Resistance Chair general conditioning and
aerobic program, lifestyle changes, altering eating habits and ensuring
proper nutrition is the key to long-term weight loss. A targeted physical
program should be performed 3 to 7 days a week and last for at least 20 to 30
minutes. The intensity of the exercises should be gradually increased over time
and overexertion should be avoided. A good rule of thumb is to perform
exercises at a level where a normal conversation could occur without
difficulty.
References
1. Jakicic, JM, Winters, C, Lang, W, Wing, RR. Effects of intermittent exercise
and use of home exercise equipment on adherence, weight loss, and fitness in
overweight women: a randomized trial. JAMA 1999; 282: 1554.
2. Tremblay, A, Despres, J, Maheux, J, et al. Normalization of metabolic
profile in obese women by exercise and a low fat diet. Medicine & Science
in Sports & Exercise 1991; 23: 1326.
General disclaimer:Consult your physician before using exercise
equipment or starting an exercise program. Please read the complete disclaimer
before using any Resistance Chair equipment or
products.
General Precautions: Stop exercise if
you experience pain and consult your physician before resuming the Resistance Chair exercise program.
