Variable stride exercise device
US7758473B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 20, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 20, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 20, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2071/025
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The variable stride exercise device utilizes various configurations of linkage assemblies, cam members, and other components, connected with a frame to allow a user to dynamically vary the user's stride path during exercise. The exercise device allows for a foot engagement member travel path that adapts to the change in stride length rather than forcing the user into a fixed size path. A user's exertion level may have several components impacting the stride length provided by the machine, such as leg power, torso power, and (in versions of the exercise apparatus with arm supports or exercise components) arm power. The exercise device may include a lockout device that selectively eliminates the variable stride features of the exercise device and allows the user to exercise in a stepping motion.
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