Fitness (often denoted in population genetics models) is a central idea in evolutionary and sexual selection theories. It can be defined either with respect to a genotype or to a phenotype in a given environment. In either case, it describes individual reproductive success and is equal to the average contribution to the gene pool of the next generation that is made by an average individual of the specified genotype or phenotype. The term "Darwinian fitness" can be used to make clear the distinction with physical fitness. Where fitness is affected by differences between various alleles of a given gene, the relative frequency of those alleles will change across generations by natural selection and alleles with greater positive effect on individual fitness will become more common over time; this process is known as natural selection. Fitness does not include a measure of survival or life-span; the well known phrase Survival of the fittest should be interpreted as: "Survival of the form (phenotypic or genotypic) that will leave the most copies of itself in successive generations."
The series features a cyberpunk story incorporating references to numerous philosophical and religious ideas where the heroes fight a desperate war against machine overlords who have enslaved Humanity in an extremely sophisticated virtual reality gestalt. Other influences include mythology, anime, and Hong Kong action films (particularly "heroic bloodshed" and martial arts movies).
Two of the Matrix video games, both supervised by the Wachowskis, are a part of the official chronology. Enter the Matrix, mainly focused on Niobe and Ghost and also written by the Wachowskis, connects the story of the short animated film Final Flight of the Osiris with the events of Reloaded, while The Matrix Online is a direct sequel to Revolutions.
For the first several decades of disc record manufacturing, sound was recorded directly on to the master disc (also called the matrix, sometimes just the master) at the recording studio. From about 1950 on (earlier for some large record companies, later for some small ones) it became usual to have the performance first recorded on audio tape, which could then be processed and/or edited, and then dubbed on to the master disc.
A record cutter would engrave the grooves into the master disc. Early versions of these master discs were soft wax, and later a harder lacquer was used.
The mastering process was originally something of an art as the operator had to manually allow for the changes in sound which affected how wide the space for the groove needed to be on each rotation. Sometimes the engineer would sign his work, or leave humorous or cryptic comments in the lead-out groove area, where it was normal to scratch or stamp identifying codes to distinguish each master.
Enter the machine and sit on the set up seat
Adjust the floating hip pad to the midsection
Slide down on the back pad
Lift the pad with your hips, allowing the safety to fall away
Perform the exercise with a hip thrust motion
When complete - grab the safety handle and bring it to its starting position
Rest the weight on the safety
Lift the floating hip pad and exit the machine
published: 23 Apr 2019
Matrix Rower: The finest rowing experience out of the water
Discover smooth, quiet operation.
Discover thoughtful refined design.
Discover the finest rowing experience out of the water.
Engage your members with an intense full body workout that's as easy on the joints, as it is demanding of the spirit.
Your members will experience ergonomics that embrace consistent magnetic resistance.
Program quick keys and accurate feedback that helps them get the most out of every stroke.
Robust durability stands up to a steady stream of users, and a compact frame makes it easy to fit in to your cardio floor, group training formats, or wherever it works best.
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published: 11 Mar 2016
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Lat Pulldown Setup & Movements
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Lat Pulldown Setup & Movements
Adjust pads to secure thighs and prevent body from rising
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Shoulder Press Setup & Movements
Adjust seat height so handles are slightly above shoulders
Dual-position hand grips allow for greater training variety
published: 05 Mar 2012
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Leg Extension Setup & Movements
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Leg Extension Setup & Movements
Adjust back pad to align knees with orange pivot
Position leg pad above ankles
published: 05 Mar 2012
Matrix Fitness Performance Plus Treadmill - Less Shock
Introducing Performance Plus Treadmill
Less Shock More Awe
published: 17 Mar 2020
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Leg Press Setup & Movements
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Leg Press Setup & Movements
Adjust seat so knees are bent to 90°
Enter the machine and sit on the set up seat
Adjust the floating hip pad to the midsection
Slide down on the back pad
Lift the pad with your hips, allowing t...
Enter the machine and sit on the set up seat
Adjust the floating hip pad to the midsection
Slide down on the back pad
Lift the pad with your hips, allowing the safety to fall away
Perform the exercise with a hip thrust motion
When complete - grab the safety handle and bring it to its starting position
Rest the weight on the safety
Lift the floating hip pad and exit the machine
Enter the machine and sit on the set up seat
Adjust the floating hip pad to the midsection
Slide down on the back pad
Lift the pad with your hips, allowing the safety to fall away
Perform the exercise with a hip thrust motion
When complete - grab the safety handle and bring it to its starting position
Rest the weight on the safety
Lift the floating hip pad and exit the machine
Discover smooth, quiet operation.
Discover thoughtful refined design.
Discover the finest rowing experience out of the water.
Engage your members with an int...
Discover smooth, quiet operation.
Discover thoughtful refined design.
Discover the finest rowing experience out of the water.
Engage your members with an intense full body workout that's as easy on the joints, as it is demanding of the spirit.
Your members will experience ergonomics that embrace consistent magnetic resistance.
Program quick keys and accurate feedback that helps them get the most out of every stroke.
Robust durability stands up to a steady stream of users, and a compact frame makes it easy to fit in to your cardio floor, group training formats, or wherever it works best.
Choose our rower to give your members the finest rowing experience out of the water.
Discover smooth, quiet operation.
Discover thoughtful refined design.
Discover the finest rowing experience out of the water.
Engage your members with an intense full body workout that's as easy on the joints, as it is demanding of the spirit.
Your members will experience ergonomics that embrace consistent magnetic resistance.
Program quick keys and accurate feedback that helps them get the most out of every stroke.
Robust durability stands up to a steady stream of users, and a compact frame makes it easy to fit in to your cardio floor, group training formats, or wherever it works best.
Choose our rower to give your members the finest rowing experience out of the water.
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Shoulder Press Setup & Movements
Adjust seat height so handles are slightly above shoulders
Dual-position hand grips allow for greater t...
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Shoulder Press Setup & Movements
Adjust seat height so handles are slightly above shoulders
Dual-position hand grips allow for greater training variety
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Shoulder Press Setup & Movements
Adjust seat height so handles are slightly above shoulders
Dual-position hand grips allow for greater training variety
Enter the machine and sit on the set up seat
Adjust the floating hip pad to the midsection
Slide down on the back pad
Lift the pad with your hips, allowing the safety to fall away
Perform the exercise with a hip thrust motion
When complete - grab the safety handle and bring it to its starting position
Rest the weight on the safety
Lift the floating hip pad and exit the machine
Discover smooth, quiet operation.
Discover thoughtful refined design.
Discover the finest rowing experience out of the water.
Engage your members with an intense full body workout that's as easy on the joints, as it is demanding of the spirit.
Your members will experience ergonomics that embrace consistent magnetic resistance.
Program quick keys and accurate feedback that helps them get the most out of every stroke.
Robust durability stands up to a steady stream of users, and a compact frame makes it easy to fit in to your cardio floor, group training formats, or wherever it works best.
Choose our rower to give your members the finest rowing experience out of the water.
Matrix Fitness: Ultra Shoulder Press Setup & Movements
Adjust seat height so handles are slightly above shoulders
Dual-position hand grips allow for greater training variety
Fitness (often denoted in population genetics models) is a central idea in evolutionary and sexual selection theories. It can be defined either with respect to a genotype or to a phenotype in a given environment. In either case, it describes individual reproductive success and is equal to the average contribution to the gene pool of the next generation that is made by an average individual of the specified genotype or phenotype. The term "Darwinian fitness" can be used to make clear the distinction with physical fitness. Where fitness is affected by differences between various alleles of a given gene, the relative frequency of those alleles will change across generations by natural selection and alleles with greater positive effect on individual fitness will become more common over time; this process is known as natural selection. Fitness does not include a measure of survival or life-span; the well known phrase Survival of the fittest should be interpreted as: "Survival of the form (phenotypic or genotypic) that will leave the most copies of itself in successive generations."