Strength Training with Mobility Device Guidelines

Guidelines for use of fitness equipment for persons using mobility devices.

INCORRECT USE OF FITNESS EQUIPMENT

Rearward Instability	Rearward Instability	Lateral Instability	Forward Instability
Any forward, upward, or downward pushing may cause rearward tipping.	Free weights lifted above and behind the head may cause rearward tipping.	Too much weight on one side may cause lateral tipping.	Rotating front casters backwards may cause forward tipping.

CORRECT USE OF FITNESS EQUIPMENT

Rearward Stability	Rearward Stability	Lateral Stability	Forward Stability
The aid of a spotter may prevent rearward tipping.	A wheel chock and weight on foot plate may prevent rearward tipping.	Leaning to the opposite side of the weight may prevent lateral tipping.	Rotating front casters forward may prevent forward tipping.