How
to Use it
Your first session
- Always start with a short time
span. If you are reasonably healthy, start at 3 - 4 minutes,
and then build up gradually to a comfortable time over a period
of a week or more. If your health is delicate, start with just
1 or 2 minutes, and build up very gradually. The Auto Modes are
15-minute sessions, but you can watch the timer and stop at any
time.
- Drink a glass of water
before and after using the exerciser. One of the effects of using
the exerciser is to release toxins from your blood system, as
well as the lymphatic system. These toxins need to be moved out
of your body fast, otherwise you may feel discomfort. Once this
initial detoxification process has happened (possibly over several
days after starting regular use) you will feel much better. But
keep drinking plenty of water, as the exerciser will continue
to help the body flush out the toxins before they build up again.
Another reason for drinking water is to help reinforce the Exerciser’s
action of clearing the body’s memory of ‘bad use’
(postural and other ‘habits’), held by the body at
cellular level. The best practice is to drink a glass of water
before and after using the exerciser.
- Start at a slow speed.
As you turn the dial, the speed increases. It’s good to
monitor your physical feeling as your body responds to the oscillation
of the ankle rests. This will allow you to discover a speed that
sets up a good rhythm for your body. Everyone’s body is
a little different, and the adjustable speed control allows you
to find what suits you best.
- Lie still afterwards.
The most important time is after the movement stops. Lie there
for at least 2 or 3 more minutes, or optimally 5 minutes after
a 10 to 15-minute session. Enjoy the afterglow of ‘chi’
energy (often felt as a tingling sensation) while it continues
to flow through the body. This is where the most benefits occur.
The body will usually continue to release tension in this period,
especially if you mentally focus on lengthening areas of habitual
tension.
- 15 minutes is the maximum.
The timer automatically stops the motor after the maximum session
time of 15 minutes. Never exceed this in one session. On the other
hand, it is fine to have several short sessions during one day.
Two or three sessions of 3 to 5 minutes each day is better than
one of 15 minutes! One session after getting up in the morning
and one in the evening is ideal. If you have sleep problems, use
the exerciser before you go to bed – or even if you wake
up in the middle of the night (many people find it gives them
very relaxing sleep, especially with the Sleep Mode, Auto 3).
General guidelines
- RELAX: Enjoy the ride!
Your body will move rhythmically, responding to the movement of
your feet. If you are fairly relaxed, you will experience a wave
from your feet all the way to the top of your head, especially
from the hips upwards. If you contract your muscles, your body
may stay rigid in places and not join the wave. This is not what
should be happening! A good way to relax is to focus quietly on
your breath passing through your nose. No need to breathe forcefully,
as it will deepen naturally during the movement - just watch the
breath coming in and out in its natural rhythm. Focus ‘inside’
but not on your thoughts! Playing some relaxing music sets a nice
tone and may help to make it a nice, pleasurable experience –
which is how you will get the most benefits! You can also focus
your attention on parts of the anatomy where you feel aches or
discomfort, which will help to bring relaxation there.
- Drink lots of water.
One of the effects of using the exerciser is to release toxins
from your blood system, as well as the lymphatic system. These
toxins need to be moved out of your body fast, otherwise you may
feel discomfort. Water helps to flush them out fast. Once the
initial detoxification process has happened (possibly over one
to two weeks of starting regular use), the body flushes out the
toxins before they build up again. Another reason for drinking
water is to help clear the body’s memory of ‘bad use’
(postural and other ‘habits’), held by the body at
cellular level. The best practice is to drink a glass of water
before and after using the exerciser.
- The Auto-modes will
allow you to relax and let the programme take you through various
speed changes over a 15-minute session – so you can completely
forget about watching time and using the manual controls if you
wish. This does not mean you must use Auto-Mode only for a 15-minute
session. You can, if you wish, check the timer and stop the machine
at any time. You can also press the dial to go into manual mode
at any time, so that you can then change the speed yourself as
desired.
- Do not run it too fast,
until you know what speed is comfortable for you. Most people
will find that the optimum speed for achieving a rhythmic movement
and deep but undisturbed breathing is considerably less than full
speed. We recommend that only those who are fit and with a strong
constitution should run it close to full speed. Please take the
time to experiment and feel out what speed is best for you.
- BODY POSITION: Always
lie on your back. If you have back or hip problems, make yourself
as comfortable as possible. Use a pillow or bolster or a wrapped
towel under your knees if this helps. Place a pillow under your
neck if you wish. Place your arms at your sides, with hands up
to 1 foot away from your body. This is the standard position.
- OTHER BODY POSITIONS:
Once you are familiar with the Chi Exerciser, you can experiment
with where you place your arms. There are different beneficial
effects if you place your hands behind your head, or with arms
extended beyond the head (stretching the muscles and ‘thinking
long’, but not too tense - a soft feeling is better) - as
in pictures 2 & 3. These alternative positions can be done
for 2 – 3 minutes each, midway during your regular session,
and are illustrated below. Make sure you stay relaxed in these
positions even though it’s a little more challenging for
the back than the standard position. Start and finish your session
with the standard position (picture 1), with arms relaxed by your
side.
Important Advice
- CONTRAINDICATIONS: It
is important to know that the Surge of Chi Exerciser should NOT
be used in certain situations; please refer to the notice concerning
CONTRAINDICATIONS below.
- We strongly recommend that you make an
effort to settle into a daily pattern for use of the Exerciser,
as regular use will bring the most significant benefits. Many
of these benefits may not become immediately apparent. Although
each individual’s experience differs, according to their
body type and general health conditions, long-term users usually
notice that regular use supports a general uplift in the quality
of their health – and become enthusiasts!
- Please note that this is just an
introduction to use of the Surge of Chi Exerciser. A more detailed
set of User Guidelines is provided with each Exerciser, and should
be consulted carefully before use. It contains many hints to allow
you to gain maximum benefit. You should read carefully all product
user guidelines.
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
CONTRAINDICATIONS: The
Surge of Chi Exerciser should NOT be used in the following situations:
· for one hour after eating while the body’s energy
is directed to digestion (this applies even to regular users)
· within three months of surgery
· within three months of bone fractures (or before they have
fully healed)
· if you have a damaged or sensitive coccyx (tail bone)
· during the first three months of pregnancy
· when suffering from open wounds, serious infections or
undiagnosed injuries
· if you suffer from epilepsy (except with doctor’s
consent*)
· if you have heart disease or other heart conditions, consult
your Doctor for advice*
Please also note the following:
· if you are prone to vertigo, nausea or motion sickness,
start with a slow speed and a short time span; then gradually work
up as you feel comfortable to do so.
* your Doctor may wish to contact our Help
Line on 01453 767033 to discuss the action of the Exerciser
BACKGROUND HEALTHCARE INFORMATION
& DISCLAIMER
Background healthcare information is provided on our website and
in our printed materials for information purposes only and is not
meant to substitute for the advice provided by your own physician
or other healthcare professional. You should not use the information
or products provided by us for diagnosing or treating a health problem
or disease without obtaining proper professional advice.
We make reference on our website and in other materials to certain
health conditions where individuals have experienced assistance
by regular use of the products that we are supplying. We are not
claiming that these products will cure any specific disease or disability,
or that they were created to cure such disorders. We are simply
reporting that people have used the products to provide relief from
these conditions.
Caution: If you are pregnant or have any health problem, please
consult your health care professional before using the Surge of
Chi Exerciser. In any event you should not use the Exerciser within
the first 3 months of pregnancy. Use of this product other than
in strict accordance with the user guidelines may cause injury.
If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, we strongly
recommend that you contact your professional health care provider
for advice. Do not use this product if you are in any doubt.
Disclaimer: All liability
in respect of loss, damage or injury arising from this product is
hereby excluded except to the extent that such exclusion is not
permitted by law. In any event any liability in respect of loss,
damage or injury arising from this product or other property shall
be limited to the replacement costs of this product except to the
extent that such limitation is not permitted by law.
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