Adjusting Resistance

Objective: Learn how to personalize and balance resistance levels for different muscle groups and training goals.

Topics Covered:

  • Understanding Cable Resistance (Color-Coded):
    • Green: Light resistance — ideal for beginners, warm-ups, and recovery sessions.
    • Yellow: Moderate resistance — suitable for strength building and toning.
    • Red: Heavy resistance — designed for advanced strength, athletes, or high-intensity workouts.
  • Balancing Resistance:
    • Always adjust both sides evenly to maintain joint balance and symmetry.
    • Alternate sides regularly to prevent muscle imbalances.
  • Progressive Overload Strategy:
    • Increase resistance or volume (sets/reps) gradually each week.
    • Track your progression using the BodyFly app’s resistance log.
  • Customization by Body Zone:
    • Upper Body: Moderate (Yellow) or Heavy (Red).
    • Lower Body: Heavy (Red).
    • Core/Cardio: Light to Moderate (Green/Yellow).
  • Safety Note:
    Never twist or pull cables abruptly — resistance should be smooth and controlled throughout motion.

Activity:

  1. Adjust your resistance settings for each zone (upper, lower, core).
  2. Perform one exercise from each area (e.g., bicep curl, squat, torso twist).
  3. Note how each level feels and log it inside your BodyFly App profile.