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AB-DOer TWIST Quick Start Manual
Summary of TWIST
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Thane international, inc., la quinta, ca 92253 www.Thane.Com thane direct canada, inc., toronto, on www.Thane.Ca thane direct uk ltd., admail adm3996, london, w1t 1zu www.Thanedirect.Co.Uk abdoer-twist-eng 03/03/10 distributed by: copyright © 2009 thane international, inc. John abdo, inventor.
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Www.Abdoer.Com notes www.Abdoer.Com table of contents welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 important safety information . . . . . . . ...
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Www.Abdoer.Com question: how do i lose weight in my belly (or hips, butt, thighs, waist) answer: some experts claim there is no such thing as spot reduction. But don’t worry – you can lose it fat right where you need to most when you have the right tools! In addition to it’s incredible abdominal ton...
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Www.Abdoer.Com maintaining momentum even the most dedicated exercisers get bored once in a while. Here are some tips on staying motivated with your new lifestyle: buddy up. One of the best ways to stick to a program is to get a workout buddy who makes you accountable. Let’s face it: you’re more like...
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Www.Abdoer.Com • if you must have a dessert (and sometimes you just do!) get one for the whole table to share. If possible, go for the lower calorie options such as sorbet or fruit. • if your food does not come out prepared as requested, send it back – politely – and have it made to your specificati...
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Www.Abdoer.Com set your goal! One of the best ways to stay accountable to a program is to set realistic goals. This gives you something to strive for, an attainable end to your hard work. What is a realistic goal? Realistic goals are achievable aspirations to be completed in a set duration of time. ...
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Www.Abdoer.Com s n a ck d in n e r s n a ck l u n ch s n a ck br e a k f a s t s n a ck monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday sunday • 1 peach or medium apple • 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese (140) • pita egg sandwich (330) • 22 whole, dry roasted or raw almonds (160) • chef salad • 2 wa...
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Www.Abdoer.Com s n a ck d in n e r s n a ck l u n ch s n a ck br e a k f a s t s n a ck monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday sunday • egg white omelet • fruit • toast (260) • 1 balance bar (200) • chicken rice bowl (300) • 6 celery stalks • 2 tbsp reduced fat peanut butter (190) • spagh...
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Www.Abdoer.Com s n a ck d in n e r s n a ck l u n ch s n a ck br e a k f a s t s n a ck monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday sunday • 1 whole grain wasa cracker • 1 wedge laughing cow cheese • tomato (85) • cereal • fruit (285) • 1/2 cup sliced berries • 1/2 cup light yogurt, plain (130...
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Www.Abdoer.Com easy 6-step assembly step 1 2 3 1 2 3 8 2 3 www.Abdoer.Com 2-1: open the rear foot tube (#2) of the bottom main frame (#3) 2-3: pull the u bracket (#8) away from the front foot tube (#1) and align with the designated pin hole in bottom main frame (#3) 2-4: plug in pin n o 2 (#38) on t...
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Www.Abdoer.Com step 3 20 20 32 29 5 4 5 4 www.Abdoer.Com 3-3: plug in pin n o 1 [#39] as illustrated. 3-1: disassemble bolt (#20), washer (#32) & nut (#29) from the rear part of the upper main frame (#4) 3-2: assemble the core support column (center post spring) (#5) on the rear part of the upper ma...
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Www.Abdoer.Com 9 10 5 6 36 clip pin 5-3: insert the handle bars (#10) into the front of arm bar (#9) and make sure that the clip pin (spring balls) on the handle bars have been pierced through arm bar holes 5-1: attach roller bracket assembly (#6) to core support column (center post spring) (#5) and...
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Www.Abdoer.Com seat swivel action the “swivel action seat” is one of the many technological advances on your ab-doer ® twist™ machine. This seat allows you to swivel, or rotate, 180º from right to left to add diversity to your list of exercises as well as a host of added benefits for toning muscle, ...
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Step 1 step 2 www.Abdoer.Com storage 60 9 5 39 39 5 1-1: loose the resistance knob (#60) and lower the arm bar (#9) as illustrated note: do not carry/move the product around if the core support column (center post spring) is not locked in place. Only lift and/or attempt to move this unit by firmly h...
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Www.Abdoer.Com optional items resistance rods (3 in a pack) this set of resistance rods allows you to add extra power to your ab-doer ® twist™ machine with its triple progressive resistance options. Simply select light (#1 w/color code) for a higher level aerobic challenge, medium (#2 w/color code) ...
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Optional items ab-doer ® twist t m tri-roller exploded view part# description spec. Q'ty 27 screw st4.2*16 6 35 bigger washer Ê4.2*1.2 6 39 pin with knob Ê8*45 1 53 twist tube Ê29*115 3 54 support tube 125*24*24 3 56 end cap for tube Ê25.4*1.5 2 62 foam grips Ê72*Ê27*112 3 65 frame assembly 315*140*...
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Optional items assembling the tri-roller step 1 www.Abdoer.Com attach the tri-roller (#65) to core support column (center post spring) (#5) then fix it by inserting pin (#39). Assembly is finished. Step 2 www.Abdoer.Com weeks 1-2 weeks 3-4 * power resistance kit required (refer to optional items) mo...
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Www.Abdoer.Com assembling the resistance rods open the cartons and take out the resistance rods. Optional items ab-doer ® twist t m resistance rods part# description spec. Q'ty 67 resistance rod light - yellow Ê10 1 68 resistance rod medium - orange Ê15.5 1 69 resistance rod advanced - red Ê18.8 1 s...
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Www.Abdoer.Com select the resistance you need and then insert resistance rod (#67) or (#68) or (#69) into the core support column (center post spring) (#5). Once the resistance rod is completely inserted into the core support column (center post spring) (#5), turn the resistance rod clockwise to loc...
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Www.Abdoer.Com optional items there’s even more options for more results: upper body and lower body power-resistance attachments ab-doer ® twist t m power resistance kit part# description q'ty 80 plastic loop 2 81 handle grip 2 82 ankle stirrup 2 83 power band level 1 - green 2 84 power band level 2...
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Www.Abdoer.Com optional items assembling the power resistance kit how you can add extra power options to your ab-doer ® twist™ machine! Step 1 1-1: take out the handle bars (#10) from the front of the arm bars (#9). Step 2 1-2: attach a plastic loop (#80) onto each handle bar (#10). 1-3: insert each...
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Www.Abdoer.Com optional items assembling the power resistance kit assembling the handle grips assembling the ankle stirrups 3-1: to assemble the handle grips (#81), take one end of a power band (#83) or (#84) or (#85), and attach it onto the hook located on the rear foot tube assembly (#2). Then att...
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Www.Abdoer.Com 3. Figure 8’s (just like is reads; figure 8’s) with a wide stance, and feet firmly planted onto the floor, sit upright in the sp then start to move your torso and midsection so your hands scribe the figure 8. The trick is not to pull with the arms or hands, but let your abdominals and...
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Www.Abdoer.Com before beginning your workout program, please read through these guidelines • wear comfortable, supportive clothing and undergarments that are not too baggy. Baggy clothes can bunch and chafe, and can even get in the way of your workout. • for a woman, a sports bra is a must, especial...