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Wrist joint with rotation for an exercise device

US5709638A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 17, 1995
Grant dateJan 20, 1998
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Expiry dateNov 17, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA63B2210/50
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A strength training exercise apparatus includes a frame having a generally upright back rest portion, and a generally horizontal seat portion, and further includes opposing arm members pivotally mounted to the back rest portion of the frame. The arm members are movable through an arcuate range of motion, and include locking pins for selectively locking the arm members in desired angular positions. The apparatus still further includes a resistance assembly consisting of a fixed anchor mounted on the frame, a movable anchor which is movable relative to the fixed anchor, and a plurality of elastomeric resistance cords releasably secured between the movable relative to the fixed anchor to provide resistance to movement of the movable anchor. A pull line is mounted on guide pulleys along the length of the arm members, and is further received in association with the movable anchor whereby outward movement of the pull line with respect to the arm members causes movement of the movable anchor with respect to the fixe anchor. The exercise apparatus further consists of a leg member pivotally mounted to the seat portion, and a second resistance assembly including a second movable anchor coupl…

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