Exercise devices – User manipulated force resisting apparatus – component... – Utilizing resilient force resistance
Patent
1994-03-01
1996-11-12
Reichard, Lynne A.
Exercise devices
User manipulated force resisting apparatus, component...
Utilizing resilient force resistance
482 74, 482122, A63B 2102
Patent
active
055734871
ABSTRACT:
An exercise device comprising first and second collars for encircling the right and left legs of a user, respectively, and at least one resistance member extending between and connected to each of the collars to provide increasing resistance against angular separation of the legs through a range of flexion and extension motion. Each collar is selectively securable in a predetermined position relative to corresponding leg, preferably surrounding the knee and supporting the kneecap, or alternately surrounding the thigh or calf of the user. The natural tension provided by the resistance member may be augmented by using one or more layers of elastomeric material that provide graduated or progressively increasing levels of resistance. The device may be used to enhance the benefits of walking or running, for rehabilitative therapy, enhancement of other aerobic conditioning activities, increasing muscular flexibility and joint mobility, or strength training.
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