Exercise devices – Involving user translation or physical simulation thereof – Bicycling
Patent
1995-06-06
1996-06-25
Crow, Stephen R.
Exercise devices
Involving user translation or physical simulation thereof
Bicycling
482 51, 482 52, 482 70, A63B 6916, A63B 2204
Patent
active
055295550
ABSTRACT:
A crank assembly for use within an exercising device which promotes cardiovascular exercise yet minimizes impact on critical joints, particularly the ankles and knees. The crank assembly employs a dual coupler system which is interconnected for synchronized rotation. Linkage assemblies are provided which define a predetermined path having preferred anatomical pattern for foot movement of the user. The crank assembly can be used in an exercising device which promotes leg exercise primarily, or can be combined with two additional linkage assemblies to provide a combined hand motion with leg movement. In this manner, an enhanced cardiovascular workout is provided which minimizes stress on key joints, particularly the ankles and knees.
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CCS, LLC
Crow Stephen R.
Delflache Marc L.
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