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Exercise Machine

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A63 - Apparatus for physical training,
gymnastics, swimming, climbing, or
fencing
A63B 21/00 - Exercisingapparatus for
developing or strengthening the
muscles or joints of the body by working
against a counterforce, with or without
measuring devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 IPC Catchword Index
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A63B 21/008 - using hydraulic or pneumatic
force-resisters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
A63B 21/02 - using resilient force-resisters . 8
A63B 21/04 - attached to static foundation . . 12
A63B 21/05 - Linearly-compressed elements 16
A63B 21/062 - including guide for vertical
array of weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
A63B 21/065 - worn on user’s body . . . . . .
A63B 21/072 - Dumb-bells, bar-bells or the like
17
18
A63B 21/075 - with variable weights . . . . . 19
A63B 21/28 - Devices for two persons
operating in opposition . . . . . . . . . . 22
A63B 22/08 - for the legs . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2 A63B 22/12 - for legs and arms simultaneously 24
A63B 23/00 - Exercisingapparatus specially
3 adapted for particular parts of the body 24
A63B 23/02 - for the abdomen, the spinal
column, the torso, or the shoulders . . . 25
A63B 24/00 - Electric or electronic controls
for exercisingapparatus of groups . . . . 25
4 A63B 26/00 - Exercisingapparatus not
covered by groups . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Patent Index 27
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A63B 21/00

A63B 21/00: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus for developing or strengthening
the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce,
with or without measuring devices
App. No. 20100041529 Assignee NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY;WGI D/B/A WESTFIELD
GAGE CO. OVERHAUL AND REPAIR
Title Variable resistance hand rehabilitation device with linear smart fluid damper and dynometer
capabilities
Abstract A variable resistance hand rehabilitation device and corresponding system. Improvements over
the prior art include a new damping system or damper design, to reduce friction and increase
maximum force output; a dynometer feature that enables converting the dynamic device to a
static grip force measuring device; a closed-loop controller; and a new graphic user interface for
the medical practitioner and new virtual reality game software that allow accurate and smooth
operation of the device and increased patient motivation.
Pri. Date 20050729 App. Date 20090601 Pub. Date 20100218

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App. No. 20100041529 Assignee NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY;WGI D/B/A WESTFIELD

GAGE CO. OVERHAUL AND REPAIR
Title Variable resistance hand rehabilitation device with linear smart fluid damper and dynometer
capabilities
Abstract A variable resistance hand rehabilitation device and corresponding system. Improvements over
the prior art include a new damping system or damper design, to reduce friction and increase
maximum force output; a dynometer feature that enables converting the dynamic device to a
static grip force measuring device; a closed-loop controller; and a new graphic user interface for
the medical practitioner and new virtual reality game software that allow accurate and smooth
operation of the device and increased patient motivation.
Pri. Date 20050729 App. Date 20090601 Pub. Date 20100218

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A63B 21/008

App. No. 20100048364 Assignee

Title Hip flexor
Abstract A hip flexor is a resistance training device used for training or rehabilitating the muscles and other
body structures of the hip and thigh. The hip flexor comprises a frame with a hip actuator having
an actuator arm which rotates about a pivot. One or more springs or other resistance devices
provide resistance against a user’s motion to train or rehabilitate the user’s hip and thigh muscles.
The position of the hip actuator and the amount of resistance, the variability of the resistance, or
both may be adjusted as desired. During training, a user engages the actuator arm with his or her
thigh and actuates the actuator arm against the resistance provided by the one or more springs.
Training may be focused on various muscles of the thigh.
Pri. Date 20080822 App. Date 20080821 Pub. Date 20100225

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A63B 21/008

A63B 21/008: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus for developing or strengthening
the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce,
with or without measuring devices Ü using hydraulic or pneumatic
force-resisters
App. No. 20100029448 Assignee
Title Dual variable resistance control apparatus and system for exercise equipment
Abstract An apparatus and control system for establishing and maintaining a user selected magnitude
and direction of pneumatic resistance provided by exercise equipment includes at least one
electrically controlled regulator for admitting air to and releasing air from the pneumatic system,
transducer for measuring air pressure within the system and providing a corresponding signal,
potentiometer for setting and monitoring system pressure in response to signal input from the
transducer, air accumulator tank, and pneumatic piston cylinder assembly. The apparatus may
also include at least one user controlled electrically switchable four way valve for providing bi-
directional resistance. The apparatus is adaptable for providing unilateral or bilateral exercise
movements, with or without bi-directional resistance, and can be used to provide range of motion
exercise without resistance.
Pri. Date 20070921 App. Date 20090319 Pub. Date 20100204

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A63B 21/02

App. No. 20100035737 Assignee INDUSTRIAL COOPERATION FOUNDATION CHONBUK

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Title Health machine using magnetorheological fluid
Abstract Provided is an exercise fitness machine that can be varied in weight in a minute unit in accordance
with a body condition of a user and easily transformed in accordance with a developing portion of
the body, thereby maximizing convenience in use and efficiency of exercise. The exercise/fitness
machine includes a base frame, a muscular strength member that is provided on an upper end of
the base frame to develop muscular strength of an upper or lower body of a user, and a weight
varying unit provided between the base frame and the muscular developing member and including
a damper containing magnetorheological fluid to vary a weight sense in accordance with a user’s
selection.
Pri. Date 20070129 App. Date 20071228 Pub. Date 20100211

A63B 21/02: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus for developing or strengthening
the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce,
with or without measuring devices Ü using resilient force-resisters
App. No. 20100029449 Assignee
Title Exercise machine
Abstract The present invention provides a portable exercise device including a base having first and second
opposite ends. The device also includes at least one resistance member pivotally mounted to
the base between the first and second ends. The resistance member is pivotable between a
first orientation, in which the resistance member is positioned generally upright, and a second
orientation, in which the resistance member is pivoted away from the first end toward the second
end. At least one urging member is coupled to the base and the resistance member for urging the
resistance member toward the first orientation so as to provide resistance when the resistance
member is pivoted from the first orientation toward the second orientation. The base is reversible
between a first position, in which the first end of the base faces a user, and a second position,
in which the second end of the base faces the user, such that two different exercises can be
performed by reversing the position of the base between the first and second positions.
Pri. Date 20070921 App. Date 20080801 Pub. Date 20100204

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A63B 21/02

App. No. 20100041518 Assignee

Title Portable isometric exercise device
Abstract The present invention is a portable isometric exercise device with resistance generated by a spring
force including an electronic light or sound indicator to signal that a constant force level is being
maintained. When a force is applied to the spring and a desired level of resistance is achieved,
a continuous signal will be generated to advise the user that the isometric force exercise is being
maintained. If the force is reduced, the signal will terminate to advise the user that the user has
not maintained the required level of resistance.
Pri. Date 20080812 App. Date 20091022 Pub. Date 20100218

App. No. 20100041525 Assignee

Title Pivotal axis exercise device
Abstract A pivotal axis exercise device which creates opposing forces to provide muscle resistance to
selected muscle groups based on a personally selected exercise regime. The device is comprised
of metal housing components attached with metal loops and cable loops to provide a pivotal axis
point which may be gripped and pulled to provide resistance leveraging the pivotal axis point of
the device, or which may be gripped along the metal housing components to vary the exercise
regimen and to provide resistance to different muscle groups.
Pri. Date 20060901 App. Date 20081227 Pub. Date 20100218

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A63B 21/02

App. No. 20100041527 Assignee

Title Exercise apparatus, method of using, and kit therefor
Abstract An exercise apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus may include a belt to be worn proximate a
waist of a user. The apparatus may include a right lower leg attachment device to be worn on a
right lower leg of the user. The apparatus may include a left lower leg attachment device to be
worn on a left lower leg of the user. The apparatus may include a right elastic connector coupled
between the belt and the right lower leg attachment device. The apparatus may include a left
elastic connector that is coupled between the belt and the left lower leg attachment device. Other
apparatus, methods, and kits are also disclosed.
Pri. Date 20060901 App. Date 20080815 Pub. Date 20100218

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A63B 21/02

App. No. 20100041528 Assignee SHADOWBOXER SYSTEMS PTY LTD

Title Exercise device and method of exercising
Abstract An exercise device includes a belt configured to be secured around the waist, hips or torso of
a person, or to a fixed object adjacent a person. The belt has a front portion configured to be
disposed at the front of the person and a back portion configured to be disposed at the back of
a person. A pair of spaced apart elastomeric cords are mounted from a proximal cord end to the
front portion of the belt and a grip mounted to a distal end of the elastomeric cord. A method of
using the device and exercises that can be used therewith are also disclosed.
Pri. Date 20050729 App. Date 20091020 Pub. Date 20100218

App. No. 20100048365 Assignee INNEVA LTD.

Title Exercise device with an audible signal producing force indicator
Abstract An exercise device (
Pri. Date 20061012 App. Date 20071012 Pub. Date 20100225

App. No. 20100048366 Assignee

Title Resistance exercise device
Abstract The present invention is directed to a hand-held, resistance exercise device in the form of an
inelastic, strapping system to be used by two people simultaneously using the bodyweight of
each user to generate a resisting force in order to develop a wide range of muscles.
Pri. Date 20061012 App. Date 20080821 Pub. Date 20100225

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A63B 21/04

Patent applications also belong to this classification and have been already shown:
20100048364 page 6

A63B 21/04: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus for developing or strengthening
the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce,
with or without measuring devices Ü using resilient force-resisters Ü
attached to static foundation
App. No. 20100041526 Assignee VQ ACTIONCARE, LLC
Title Exercise system using exercise resistance cables
Abstract An exercise chair for an exercise system. The exercise system is of a type that utilizes an exercise
resistance cable apparatus of a type that includes an exercise resistance cable having a first end
being connectable to an exercise chair, and; a handgrip connected to a second end of the exercise
resistance cable. The exercise chair includes a) a chair frame; b) a first force directing means
securely attached to the chair frame at a first selected location at approximately shoulder height
level at the left side of the chair frame; c) a second force directing means securely attached to
the chair frame at a second selected location at approximately shoulder height level at the right
side of the chair frame; d) a third force directing means securely attached to the chair frame at a
third selected location at approximately ankle height level at the right side of the chair frame; e) a
fourth force directing means securely attached to the chair frame at a fourth selected location at
approximately ankle height level at the left side of the chair frame; and, f) means for connecting
the first end of a resistance cable to a selected position on the chair frame. The first, second, third
and fourth force directing means provide a redirection of force applied by a user at the shoulder
and ankle height levels for a selectable exercise using resistance cables.
Pri. Date 20060901 App. Date 20091019 Pub. Date 20100218

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A63B 21/04

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A63B 21/04

App. No. 20100048367 Assignee

Title Prone exerciser
Abstract A prone exerciser includes a slide unit disposed with at least a rail, a buffering and locating
member, a handle, and a pedal. The buffering and locating member is fixed on front end of
the rail for providing buffering and locating effects to the handle. The handle is arranged on
the rail, between the buffering and locating member and the pedal, and is sliding forwards and
backwards. The pedal is disposed on rear end of the rail and is sliding forwards and backwards
along the rail. By adjusting position of the buffering and locating member on front end of the rail,
the distance of the handle and the pedal sliding on the rail is determined. Users are prone and
operate the handle as well as pedal for sliding forwards and backwards on the rail so as to stretch
and contract upper part or lower part of the body respectively or simultaneously. Moreover, the
exerciser further includes an elastic rope with one end set on front end of the slide unit while
the other end thereof is inserted through rear end of the slide unit and then set on the handle
or the pedal so as to increase resistance of the handle or the pedal while sliding forwards and
backwards on the rail. Thus users can stretch or contract upper part or lower part of bodies with
different strength depending on their needs.
Pri. Date 20061012 App. Date 20071126 Pub. Date 20100225

App. No. 20100048368 Assignee

Title Wall-mounted home fitness training equipment
Abstract An overall fitness trainer and can be a wall mounted unit that can utilize clip resistance bands as
well as other techniques. These bands generally clip on the unit and onto different handles, bars
and attachments to perform exercises. The unit can have a removable/adjustable pull up bar, dip
bar and seat. It also includes a spring loaded, pull pin carriage that moves freely up and down a
vertical spine. This allows for easy adjustment of the carriage and allows the user to attach the
bands at multiple angles, widths and levels. This in turn increases the number of exercises the
user can perform on the unit. The unit also typically has an o ring that attaches through the arm
of the pull up attachment as well as a xbd; O-ring at the bottom of the unit again increasing the
number of exercises the user can perform. The unit can be attached to the wall with lag bolts into
two or more studs. Some embodiments of the invention have an adjustable swivel foot that takes
the stress off of the lag bolts and also adds to the overall load capacity of the unit. The apparatus
typically has an optional telescoping central vertical spine that splits in two pieces to make the
unit easier to ship. The central vertical spine allows attachments to be added and removed using
spring loaded pins or plunger pins. Various embodiments of the invention can have an oscillating
and telescopic bench, a dip bar, a seat, a knee stabilizer and a foot rest. All of these accessories
can be attached and removed to the central spine adding to the versatility and scope of exercises
that can be performed.
Pri. Date 20061012 App. Date 20080819 Pub. Date 20100225

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A63B 21/05

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A63B 21/062

A63B 21/05: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus for developing or strengthening
the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce,
with or without measuring devices Ü using resilient force-resisters Ü
Linearly-compressed elements
App. No. 20100029450 Assignee
Title Crunch ball rotator tension bar exerciser
Abstract rotating and tension bar exerciser in which it’s movements are controlled by a 360 degree rotating
bearing section which connects rotating balls and spindles to each handle of the bar. Using the
rotation of the exerciser will causes the body to rotate in ways which otherwise could not be
obtained.
Pri. Date 20070921 App. Date 20080801 Pub. Date 20100204

A63B 21/062: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus for developing or strengthening
the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce,
with or without measuring devices Ü User-manipulated weights Ü including
guide for vertical array of weights
App. No. 20100035729 Assignee
Title Multimotion exercise apparatus and method
Abstract A multimotion exercise bicycle capable of providing a cardiovascular exercise simultaneously
with an upper body weight training exercise. The cardiovascular exercise is accomplished by a
pedaling movement connected to a resistance means. The upper body exercise is accomplished
by a pushing or a pulling movement of a handlebar and arm setup connected to a disk which
is further connected to a cable attached to a weight bearing platform. The weight of the
user provides the resistance for the upper body movement. The difficulty level of the upper
body movement is adjustable by changing the location of the handlebars relative to the disk
and by changing where the cable attaches to the disk. As the user performs these exercises
simultaneously, the invention allows the user to burn more calories and reduce work-out time in
half.
Pri. Date 20071015 App. Date 20080806 Pub. Date 20100211

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A63B 21/065

A63B 21/065: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus for developing or strengthening
the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce,
with or without measuring devices Ü User-manipulated weights Ü worn
on user’s body
App. No. 20100048363 Assignee All Sports Conditioning, Inc.
Title Resistance exercise trainer and related speed training process
Abstract The resistance exercise trainer includes an adjustable strap wearable by a user, a leash attached
to the strap at a first end and a bag attached to a second end of the leash and configured for
removable reception of at least one weight. When wearing the strap and pulling the bag and the
weight with the leash, the weighted bag impedes user movement thereby providing resistance
exercise training. As part of the resistance exercise training, the leash may be disconnected from
the strap and used individually as a jump rope and the weight may be removed from the bag and
used individually in strength training exercises. Together, the strap, the leash, the bag and the
weight may be used in a speed training triangle.
Pri. Date 20080822 App. Date 20090818 Pub. Date 20100225

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A63B 21/072

A63B 21/072: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus for developing or strengthening
the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce,
with or without measuring devices Ü User-manipulated weights Ü Dumb-
bells, bar-bells or the like
App. No. 20100041524 Assignee
Title Exercise grip for exercising pectoral muscles
Abstract An exercise grip and method for performing a low cable pectoral muscle development exercise
is disclosed wherein the exercise grip is attachable to a cable weight system. The exercise grip
includes a body substantially formed to receive thereon the palmer side of a human hand. The
body has an upturned flange formed at an outer edge of the body to bear against the ulnar
border of a human hand. An elongate finger grip extends from and is oriented substantially
perpendicular to the upturned flange and is formed to accommodate the curled fingers of a human
hand therearound. A thumb recess is adjacent to the finger grip opposite from the upturned flange
for allowing a human thumb to bear thereagainst. A hook is affixed to the body proximate to the
thumb recess to facilitate attachment to the cable of the cable weight system.
Pri. Date 20060901 App. Date 20080814 Pub. Date 20100218

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A63B 21/075

A63B 21/075: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus for developing or strengthening
the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce,
with or without measuring devices Ü User-manipulated weights Ü Dumb-
bells, bar-bells or the like Ü with variable weights
App. No. 20100035736 Assignee Nautilus, Inc.
Title Adjustable dumbbell system
Abstract A dumbbell is described including a handle having a grip and at least one end, an inner plate
mounted on the handle adjacent the grip, in a fixed rotational orientation, a support plate
rotationally mounted on the handle adjacent the inner plate, at least one collar rotationally
mounted on the handle adjacent the support plate, and rotationally fixed with the support plate, a
selector knob rotationally mounted on the handle adjacent the at least one collar, and rotationally
fixed with the collar, a weight plate removably mounted on the handle adjacent the at least one
collar, and a means for selectively securing the support plate to the inner plate to resist the rotation
of the support plate, collar and selector knob with respect to the inner plate and handle.
Pri. Date 20070321 App. Date 20091014 Pub. Date 20100211

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A63B 21/075

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A63B 21/075

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A63B 22/08

A63B 21/28: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus for developing or strengthening
the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce,
with or without measuring devices Ü Devices for two persons operating
in opposition
Patent applications also belong to this classification and have been already shown:
20100048366 page 11

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A63B 22/08

A63B 22/08: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus specially adapted for conditioning
the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements
Ü with rotating cycling movement Ü for the legs
App. No. 20100041523 Assignee LEMOND FITNESS, INC.
Title Apparatus for positioning a component of an exercise device
Abstract An exercise device including at least one positionable component configured to be positioned
by a user. The exercise device includes a frame to which a collar is mounted. The positionable
component includes a member slidably received within the collar that may be positioned therein by
sliding. A locking assembly is coupled to the collar and operable to lock the member in a selected
position within the collar, release the member from the locked position, and when released, allow
the member to slide within the collar. The locking assembly includes a cam pivotably mounted
to the collar and a cam follower assembly selectively biased by the cam against a portion of the
member disposed inside the collar. The locking assembly also includes a pair of engagement
members disposed inside the collar opposite the cam. The engagement members are moveable
relative to one another and biased by the cam against member.
Pri. Date 20060901 App. Date 20080815 Pub. Date 20100218

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A63B 23/00

A63B 22/12: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus specially adapted for conditioning
the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements
Ü with rotating cycling movement Ü for legs and arms simultaneously
Patent applications also belong to this classification and have been already shown:
20100035729 page 16

A63B 23/00: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus specially adapted for particular
parts of the body
App. No. 20100041531 Assignee
Title Method for performing body exercises
Abstract A method of using a self-contained portable exercise apparatus for performing upper and/or lower
body exercises. The method includes performing a body exercise without weights using an elastic
cord, a stability ball, and/or a stretch cord with an apparatus having a ground-engaging base
plate which rigidly supports first and second vertical members, where each vertical member has
aligned clearance openings. Holding members are attached to the base plate for removably
holding stretch cords and a support bar is removably received by two aligned clearance openings
in the first and second vertical members.
Pri. Date 20050729 App. Date 20090815 Pub. Date 20100218

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A63B 26/00

A63B 23/02: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus specially adapted for particular
parts of the body Ü for the abdomen, the spinal column, the torso, or
the shoulders
Patent applications also belong to this classification and have been already shown:
20100048367 page 14

A63B 24/00: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Electric or electronic controls for exercisingapparatus
of groups
Patent applications also belong to this classification and have been already shown:
20100035729 page 16

A63B 26/00: Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming,

climbing, or fencing Ü Exercisingapparatus not covered by groups
App. No. 20100041530 Assignee
Title Ab/back bench system
Abstract A platform has upper and lower surfaces with upper, lower and side edges. A primary support
bar has upper and lower ends. The primary support has a linear major extent and an arcuate
minor extent. A cylindrical rear cross bar is coupled to the minor extent. A secondary support bar
has upper and lower ends. A cylindrical front cross bar is coupled to the secondary support bar
adjacent to the platform. A hinge has an axis of rotation coupling the secondary support bar to
the primary support bar. A supplemental support bar has upper and lower ends. The lower end
is slidably received in the secondary support bar. Knee cylinders extends laterally with respect
to the supplemental support bar adjacent to its upper end. A pair of instep cylinders is provided.
A bar rotatably receives the instep cylinders. A foot hinge pivotably couples the small bar to the
secondary support bar.
Pri. Date 20050729 App. Date 20080815 Pub. Date 20100218

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Patent Index

Patent Index
Patent Application Page Patent Application Page Patent Application Page
20100029448 7 20100029449 8 20100029450 16
20100035729 16 20100035736 19 20100035737 8
20100041518 9 20100041523 23 20100041524 18
20100041525 9 20100041526 12 20100041527 10
20100041528 11 20100041529 5 20100041530 25
20100041531 24 20100048363 17 20100048364 6
20100048365 11 20100048366 11 20100048367 14
20100048368 14

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IPC Catchword Index

IPC Catchword Index

Catch Word IPC Page

AMUSEMENT(S) A63 4
BAR(S) -bells A63B 21/072 18
CHEST(S) -expanders for exercising A63B 23/00 24
CHEST(S) -expanders for gymnastics A63B 21/00 4
CONTROL(S) for exercising machines A63B 24/00 25
DUMB bells A63B 21/072 18
MUSCLES gymnastic apparatus for exercising MUSCLES A63B 21/00 4
RECREATION A63 4
WEIGHT(S) -lifting gymnastic apparatus A63B 21/00 4

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