Recumbent exercise apparatus
US5611758A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 15, 1996 |
| Grant date | Mar 18, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 15, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2208/0238
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A stationary recumbent exercising apparatus which promotes cardiovascular exercise yet minimizes impact to critical joints. A base frame supports a chair adapted to place the user in a recumbent position. The frame also supports a pair of reciprocating members supported within. The foot of the user is positioned on foot pads generally at one end of the reciprocating members. The pivotal linkage assemblies also include arm members which are operatively associated with the reciprocating movement of the foot portion of each reciprocating member. This provides for more natural movement of the ankle, knees and hips eliminating unnecessary stress on these joints yet permitting a cardiovascular workout. The arm members also provide for a corresponding upper body exercise.
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