Exercise device for under a desk

Abstract

A pair of horizontal pivotable rowing arms and second pivotable vertical arms pivot on oil hydraulic motion resistance wedges attached to an underside of a desk. A vertical support with bicycle type pedals and handle bars pivots out at a desired angle for use. Other resistance devices may be a spring, rubberized cord, magnet, or air cylinder. Hand grips twist and have tension arms for gripping exercises as well as moving the lever arm for full arm exercises. Foot straps on a foot board and bicycle pedals enable leg exercises.

Description

REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This is a continuation-in-part of patent application number 10 / 621,075, filed Jul. 15, 2003.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] 1. Field of the Invention [0003] The present invention generally relates to office exercise devices that can be used by a user while seated at a desk, and in particular, to a hand and foot lever-arm rowing type exercise device that is mounted in the foot space under a desk. [0004] 2. Description of the Prior Art [0005] Many people appreciate the need to exercise regularly. Unfortunately, busy business schedules often make it difficult to incorporate a regular exercise schedule into a working week. An exercise device that can be used while a person is working would provide the benefit of exercise that can be achieved during working hours. [0006] U.S. Pat. No. 5,807,211, issued Sep. 15, 1998 to Berryhill, shows an exercise device that is particularly adapted for use by individuals while seated in a stationary chair. Th...

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Benefits of technology

[0033] An advantage of the present invention is that it may be used while seated at a desk.

[0034] Another advantage of the present invention is that it provides a variety of exercises for both arms and legs.

[0035] An additional advantage of the present invention is that it may be held in place, out of the way when not in use.

[0036] One more advantage of the present invention is that it is easily secured to any desk.

[0037] Yet another advantage of the present invention is that it is small and lightweight.

[0038] Still another advantage of the present invention is that it provides a way to fit exercise into a busy schedule or a sedentary lifestyle.

Problems solved by technology

Unfortunately, busy business schedules often make it difficult to incorporate a regular exercise schedule into a working week.

While there have been a number of portable exercise devices and exercise devices attachable to furniture, none provide a lever-arm rowing type exerciser attached under a desk.

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