Fitness method
US6190291A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 26, 1997 |
| Grant date | Feb 20, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 26, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B21/00
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A fitness method for an exerciser combines the benefits of isometric-like exercising with isotonic exercising for simultaneous training of the exerciser's cardiovascular and skeletal musculature systems and strength and endurance buildup. The method entails coupling the exerciser's hands together in any one of a number of configurations and generating an isometric-like force during the coupling stage. The coupled hands can then be moved in any number of directions or coupled differently while maintaining or varying the isometric-like force during the movement. In addition, further training can be achieved by moving one or more other body parts during the coupled hand movement. The legs, torso, shoulders, and/or neck can be moved in any number of directions or sequences to exercise different muscle groups in conjunction with the muscle groups being worked by the movement of the coupled hands.
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