Flexibility / FLEXABILITY ANTERIOR & POSTERIOR
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Flexibility / FLEXABILITY ANTERIOR & POSTERIOR
Selflex, natural self-regulated stretching. The FLEXability line owes its unique performance and results to the patent-pending Selflex feature. This system enables the user to gently modulate the extent of muscle elongation by gradual and proportional application of the user’s own own body weight. More specifically, the user can gradually ease into a stretch to avoid discomfort and injury.
SUPERIOR RESULTS IN LESS TIME
Anterior Rectus abdominis Iliacus Psoas Quadriceps (globally) Rectus femoris Tibialis anterior Gluteals contralateral Peri-articular hip muscles
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Posterior Spine muscles Low back muscles Gluteals Semitendinosus Biceps femoris Peri-articular hip muscles Gastrocnemius Soleus Foot plantar flexors
The FLEXability line works on the main muscle groups of the lower body and trunk. Compared to traditional stretching practices, working on the main muscle groups maximizes the effectiveness of the stretch while reducing the time required to achieve optimal benefits.
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BODY WEIGHT
MUSCLE ELONGATION
FLEXIBILITY
SLIDING MOTION
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Flexibility / FLEXABILITY ANTERIOR & POSTERIOR
FLEXability FLEXability equipment provides effective stretching of the anterior and posterior muscle chains with exclusive features for comfort, safety and usability.
VISUAL FEEDBACK FLEXability incorporates an integrated feedback system that measures flexibility and helps monitor progress and results to keep users motivated.
SAFETY BRAKE SYSTEM Each machine is equipped with a brake system that ensures the setting position is maintained during the stretch. This safety mechanism allows users to relax and stretch effectively. The brake system also enables users to switch the exercise mode - progressing gradually from the passive to the active-assist mode.
BODYPRINT The FLEXability line uses ‘Memory’ foam, an innovative high-density padding material that molds to an individual’s body shape for extra support.
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STRETCHING ANGLE REGULATION 45°
The anterior machine leg platform features three different stretching angles: at 0°, 20°, and 45°. These different angles expand the range of exercises and increase lengthening options for thigh muscles.
20° 0°
HEADREST The posterior machine features an adjustable neck support that allows every user to assume the most comfortable and ergonomically correct position for their spine.
EASY TO MOVE
FLEXIBILITY
Both Anterior and Posterior are equipped with an integrated wheel system that makes it easy to move.
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Flexibility / FLEXABILITY ANTERIOR & POSTERIOR
FLEXABILITY METHOD: THE FUTURE OF STRETCHING The Technogym Medical and Scientific Research Department developed FLEXability equipment to provide a systematic approach to flexibility training involving a progression of passive to active movement execution. The FLEXability line is the first and only equipment that enables users to: • Conduct safe and correct movement to lengthen the lower body muscle groups. • Measure and control the degree of muscle elongation during each training session. • Establish the progression and duration of each stretching position.
Flexability equipment accommodates a sequence of progressive movements:
ASSESSMENT
CONTRACT-RELAX MODE
During the first session, and at regular intervals, each FLEXability product measures muscle length and progress to provide a customized stretching approach.
Entails performing multiple sequences of combined isometric contraction and relaxation of targeted muscle groups at the end of the user’s range of motion.
PASSIVE MODE
ACTIVE-ASSISTIVE MODE
Involves a comfortable static hold at the end of the range of motion to safely lengthen select muscle groups.
Provides a source of external assistance to enable the user to stretch beyond the active range of motion.
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Muscles :
primary
secondary
93/42 CEE compliant version available
Anterior
ME05
• The machine maintains the correct control of the spine and core while providing modulated lengthening of the anterior muscle chain. Comfort, stability and easy access ensure that ANTERIOR is suitable for all types of users, particularly those who sit for long lengths of time.
Length: Width: Height: Machine Weight:
Muscles: - Rectus abdominis - Iliacus - Psoas - Quadriceps (globally)
mm mm mm kg
1930 570 1240 60
in in in lbs
76 22 49 132
Posterior
• The machine enables a gentle and progressive lengthening of all posterior chain muscles with variations on the level of engagement of different muscles. This machine especially benefits those who spend long amounts of time on their feet.
Length: Width: Height: Machine Weight:
Muscles: - Spine muscles - Low back muscles - Gluteals - Semitendinosus
- Rectus femoris - Tibialis anterior - Gluteals contralateral - Peri-articular hip muscles
ME10
mm mm mm kg
2080 885 1250 85
in in in lbs
82 35 49 187
- Biceps femoris - Peri-articular hip muscles - Gastrocnemius - Soleus - Foot plantar flexors
COLOR VERSION Our finishes offer high resistance to abrasions, aging, stains, oil, disinfectant, bacteria and mildew. The frames are subjected to a painting process with high resistance powders and are then furnace baked. They have a high quality durable finish that is tough and highly scratch resistant.
FRAME AN. Anthracite
AL. Silver (Metalized)
FLEXIBILITY
UPHOLSTERY
V. Black M. Bordeaux Bb. Brune
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