Page 2 - PATENT; PENDING
1 P o w e r L I F T M a i n f r a m e S B L 4 6 0 R e f e r e n c e D r a w i n g s PATENT PENDING
Page 4 - I m p o r t a n t S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s
I m p o r t a n t S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s Before beginning any fitness program, you should obtain a complete physical examination from your physician. Il est conseille de subir un examen medical complet avant d’entreprendre tout programme d’exercise.Si vous avez des etourdissements ou de...
Page 5 - B e f o r e Y o u B e g i n
B e f o r e Y o u B e g i n Thank you for purchasing the PowerLIFT Gym. This gym is part of the Body-Solid line of quality strengthtraining machines, which let you target specific muscle groups to achieve better muscle tone and overallbody conditioning. To maximize your use of the equipment please s...
Page 6 - P r e p a r a t i o n s
P r e p a r a t i o n s CAUTION: To set up this unit, you will need assistance. Do not attempt assembly by yourself. You must review and follow the instructions in this Owner’s Manual. If you do not assemble and use thePowerLIFT Gym according to these guidelines, you could void the Body-Solid warran...
Page 7 - A s s e m b l y I n s t r u c t i o n s; mm
• • • A s s e m b l y I n s t r u c t i o n s Assembly of the PowerLIFT Gym takes professional installers about 2.5 hours to complete. If this is the firsttime you have assembled this type of equipment, plan on significantly more time. Professional installers are highly recommended! However, if you ...
Page 8 - S T E P
S T E P 1 Be careful to assemble all componentsin the sequence they are presented. IMPORTANT! Before you begin you shouldfold-out pages 61, 62 and 63. This is a quick reference guide that shows all hardware parts (in actual size)along with the corresponding key numbers on the assembly instructions. ...
Page 27 - S a f e t y G u i d e l i n e s
S a f e t y G u i d e l i n e s Successful resistance training programs have one prominent feature in common...safety. Resistance traininghas some inherent dangers, as do all physical activities. The chance of injury can be greatly reduced orcompletely removed by using correct lifting techniques, pr...
Page 28 - S a f e t y & M a i n t e n a n c e
W a r n i n g , S a f e t y & M a i n t e n a n c e Be sure that all users carefully read and understandall warning, safety and maintenance labels on themachine before each use. Failure to do so mayresult in serious injury. It is imperative that youretain this Owner’s Manual and be sure all warn...
Page 31 - N O T E S
Page 34 - N U T R I T I O N
N U T R I T I O N Good nutrition is a diet in which foods are eaten inproper quantities and with the needed distribution ofnutrients to maintain good health. Malnutrition, onthe other hand, is the result of a diet in whichthere is an underconsumption, overconsumption, orunbalanced consumption of nut...
Page 35 - E X E R C I S E; P R E S C R I P T I O N
E X E R C I S E P R E S C R I P T I O N Sets Sets are defined as a combination of any number of reps of one exercise. The numberof sets used in a workout is directly related to training results. Typically, two to three setsare used by intermediate and advanced lifters to achieve optimum gains in str...
Page 36 - TRAINING TIPS; FOR BEGINNER’S
TRAINING TIPS FOR BEGINNER’S As a beginner, one of the most common mistakes is doingtoo much. Because beginners often make good gainsquickly, many fall into the trap of thinking that more is better.This may be true later in the training equation, but not for thenovice. Some of the most common injuri...
Page 37 - C O M M O N T R A I N I N G; M I S TA K E S
C O M M O N T R A I N I N G M I S TA K E S 1. Lack of Adequate Warm-Up and Inadequate Flexibility A warmed muscle is a more flexible muscle that’s better able to lift heavier weights and work in a full range of motion.Those warmed muscles also greatly reduce your chance of training injuries. 2. Impr...
Page 38 - S ETTING UP YOUR; PERSONAL PROGRAM
S ETTING UP YOUR PERSONAL PROGRAM It is important to first establish specificand realistic goals. You should determineyour long term goal and then set aseries of short term goals that willhelp you attain your long term goal.The most common goals are: Once you have determined your personal goals, you...
Page 39 - D E TERMINE YOUR; TRAINING MET H O D; Which training method is right for you?
D E TERMINE YOUR TRAINING MET H O D There are three basic types of weighttraining methods: 1. Training for muscular endurance and definition 2. Training for strength3. Training for power and muscle mass You should select a training methodthat reflects both your present fitnesslevel and your long ter...
Page 41 - A N AT O M Y; C H A R T; FRONT VIEW; BACK VIEW
A N AT O M Y C H A R T 40 FRONT VIEW Note: These illustrations depicting exaggerated musculature are not in the textbook anatomical position. As such, they are inexact for medical purposes but are useful for a general understanding. BACK VIEW Neck Omohyoid Sternohyoid Sternocleidomastoid Trapezius C...
Page 42 - F I T N E S S
SHORT-TERM GOALS Date Set Date Accomplished Goal Reward ** Date Set Date Accomplished Goal Reward ** Date Set Date Accomplished Goal Reward ** LONG-TERM GOALS Goal Reward! * M a k e s e v e r a l c o p i e s o f t h i s p a g e t o k e e p t r a c k o f y o u r g o a l s a n d a c c o m p l i s h m ...
Page 43 - Sets
W E I G H T T R A I N I N G E X E R C I S E LO G BEGINNER’S SAMPLE WORKOUT ROUTINE Keep track of your changes and impr ovements. It’ s a gr eat motivational tool!* S= Sets R= Repetitions per set W= W eight used * Make several copies of this page to keep track of your progress. You can print more cop...
Page 44 - SAMPLE WORKOUT ROUTINE WHEN TRAINING FOR STRENGTH
W E I G H T T R A I N I N G E X E R C I S E LO G SAMPLE WORKOUT ROUTINE WHEN TRAINING FOR STRENGTH Keep track of your changes and impr ovements. It’ s a gr eat motivational tool!* S= Sets R= Repetitions per set W= W eight used * Make several copies of this page to keep track of your progress. You ca...
Page 45 - INTERMEDIA
W E I G H T T R A I N I N G E X E R C I S E LO G INTERMEDIA TE AND ADV ANCED LIFTERS... Design your personal str ength training pr ogram. Keep track of your changes and impr ovements. It’ s a gr eat motivational tool!* S= Sets R= Repetitions per set W= W eight used * Make several copies of this page...
Page 46 - S T R ET C H I N G; & F L E X I B I L I TY
S T R ET C H I N G & F L E X I B I L I TY Flexibility is an important component of physical fitness and needs to be addressedin a resistance training program. The two main purposes for stretching are injuryprevention and a faster rate of recovery from exercise. Stretching should beperformed in b...
Page 47 - Cross Arm in Front of Chest; UPPER BACK; LOWER BACK
UPPER BACK Cross Arm in Front of Chest M U S C L E ( S ) A F F E C T E D : l a t i s s i m u s d o r s i a n d t e r e s m a j o r 1. Stand or sit with the right arm slightly flexed (15° to 30°) and adducted across the chest. 2. Grasp the upper arm just above the elbow, placing the left hand on the ...
Page 48 - HIPS; Supine Knee Flex
LOWER BACK Semi-Leg Straddle M U S C L E ( S ) A F F E C T E D : s p i n a l e r e c t o r s 1. Sitting, knees flexed 30 to 50 degrees, let the legs totally relax.2. Point the knees outward; the lateral side of the knees may or may not touch the floor. 3. Lean forward from waist and reach forward wi...
Page 49 - SHOULDER; CHEST; Straight Arms Behind Back; POSTERIOR OF UPPER ARM
SHOULDER Seated Lean-Back M U S C L E ( S ) A F F E C T E D : d e l t o i d s a n d p e c t o r a l i s m a j o r 1. Sitting with legs straight and arms extended, place palms on floor about 12 inches behind hips. 2. Point fingers away (backward) from body.3. Slide hands backward and lean backward.4....
Page 50 - Look Right and Left; NECK; Flexion and Extension
NECK Look Right and Left M U S C L E ( S ) A F F E C T E D : s t e r n o c l e i d o m a s t o i d 1. Stand or sit with head and neck upright.2. Turn head to the right using a submaximal concentric contraction. Hold for 10 seconds. 3. Turn head to the left using a submaximal concentric contraction. ...
Page 51 - Side Bend with Straight Arms; SIDES; Side Bend with Bent Arm; ANTERIOR OF THIGH AND HIP FLEXOR; Side Quadricep Stretch
SIDES Side Bend with Straight Arms M U S C L E ( S ) A F F E C T E D : e x t e r n a l o b l i q u e , l a t i s s i m u s d o r s i a n d s e r r a t u s a n t e r i o r 1. Stand with feet 14 to 16 inches apart.2. Interlace the fingers with palms facing each other.3. Reach upward with straight arms...
Page 52 - Kneeling Quadriceps Stretch; POSTERIOR OF THIGH; Sitting Toe Touch
Stretching the hamstrings with emphasis on insertion of the hamstrings and calves. Stretching the hamstrings with emphasis on the middle portion. Stretching the hamstrings with emphasis on the upper portion. ANTERIOR OF THIGH AND HIP FLEXOR Kneeling Quadriceps Stretch M U S C L E ( S ) A F F E C T E...
Page 54 - GROIN
Stretching the hamstrings and groin with emphasis on insertion of the hamstrings and calves Stretching the hamstrings and groin with emphasis on the middle portion Stretching the hamstrings and groin with emphasis on the upper portion Stretching the groin, low back and hamstrings GROIN Straddle (Spr...
Page 55 - Butterfly; POSTERIOR OF LOWER LEG
GROIN Butterfly M U S C L E ( S ) A F F E C T E D : a d d u c t o r s a n d s a r t o r i u s 1. Sitting with the upper body nearly vertical and legs straight, flex both knees as the soles of the feet come together. 2. Pull feet toward body.3. Place hands on feet and elbows on legs.4. Pull torso sli...
Page 56 - Step Stretch
Stretching the calves standing on a step Preparing to stretch the achilles tendon by slightly bending the knee POSTERIOR OF LOWER LEG Step Stretch M U S C L E ( S ) A F F E C T E D : g a s t r o c n e m i u s a n d s o l e u s ; a l s o , a c h i l l e s t e n d o n 1. Have ready a step or board 3 t...
Page 57 - w i t h; C a r d i o; f r o m; C o v e r e d; L I F ET I M E WA R R A N TY; A c c e s s o r i e s; CALL NOW FOR THE DEALER NEAREST YOU
Elliptical Machine #ETX4.0 Decathlon Treadmill #ETDEC B U I L D T H E U LT I M ATE F I T N E S S C E N T E R w i t h C a r d i o f r o m 1 0 0 % C o v e r e d L I F ET I M E WA R R A N TY A c c e s s o r i e s Olympic Weight Tree #WT46 Strength Training Time Clock #STT45 CALL NOW FOR THE DEALER NEAR...
Page 58 - S B L 4 6 0 M a i n f r a m e P a r t s L i s t
57 Part numbers are required when ordering parts. S B L 4 6 0 M a i n f r a m e P a r t s L i s t KEY# QTY PART# DESCRIPTION A 1 SBL460MBF-A MAIN BASE FRAME B 1 SBL460UBF-B U BASE FRAME C 1 SBL460BP-C BRACE PLATE (FOR U SHAPE FRAME) D 1 SBL460LBF-D LAT BASE FRAME E 1 SBL460VMF-E VERTICAL MAIN FRAME ...
Page 59 - S B L 4 6 0 H a r d w a r e L i s t
58 S B L 4 6 0 H a r d w a r e L i s t Part numbers are required when ordering parts. Continued on next page KEY# QTY PART# DESCRIPTION 1 2 BEC250 PLASTIC BALL-END CAP 2.5" 2 5 PSEC250250 PLASTIC SQUARE END CAP 2.5"X2.5" 3 2 BLEC275 BLACK LAT END CAP 2.75" X 0.375" 4 6 OASC2 OLY ...
Page 61 - C a b l e L i s t
60 P a d s L i s t L a b e l s / D e c a l s L i s t A c c e s s o r i e s L i s t Part numbers are required when ordering parts. KEY# QTY PART# DESCRIPTION Q 1 SBL460SP-Q SEAT PAD T 1 SBL460BP-T BACK PAD AB 2 SBL460SAP-AB SIDE ARM PAD AC 1 SBL460PP-AC PREACHER PAD KEY# QTY PART# DESCRIPTION 1 SBL46...
Page 62 - S B L 4 6 0 H a r d w a r e; Inch
S B L 4 6 0 H a r d w a r e ( s h o w n i n a c t u a l s i z e ) Inch mm Key # square head bolt 8mm x 30mm w/ dog point QTY. 1 64 Key # square head bolt 10mm x 55mm w/ dog point QTY. 3 41 Key # hex bolt 12mm x 25mm full thread QTY. 1 34 Key # black lat end cap 2.75" x .375" QTY. 2 3 Key # s...