Exercise devices – User manipulated force resisting apparatus – component... – Utilizing resilient force resistance
Patent
1996-08-08
1997-10-07
Reichard, Lynne A.
Exercise devices
User manipulated force resisting apparatus, component...
Utilizing resilient force resistance
482907, 482131, A63B 2102
Patent
active
056741634
ABSTRACT:
An exercise device that can be used to increase cardiovascular conditioning and weight reduction, primarily through the strengthening of the abdominal muscles. The exercise device includes a foot retaining member having a pair of foot straps. The foot retaining member and foot straps retain and hold the user's feet in contact with the foot retaining member during the exercise movement. A pair of adjustable side straps extend from the ends of the foot retaining member and are adjustably connected to a handle. Preferably, the pair of side straps and the pair of foot straps are constructed of a single piece of material. When the foot retaining member is positioned on the user's feet, the user grasps the handle and begins the exercising movement. By moving his or her legs from an upright position to a generally seated position, the user can exercise his or her abdominal muscles without exerting stress on his or her back or neck muscles.
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