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Extended range elliptical machine

a technology of elliptical machines and elliptical shafts, which is applied in the direction of cardiovascular exercise devices, gymnastic exercise, sport apparatus, etc., can solve the problems of physical problems, stress on joints and muscles, etc., and achieve the effect of effective muscle and cardiovascular exercise and avoiding unnatural body movements

Inactive Publication Date: 2013-03-14
HOPP LISA
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The invention is a machine that helps people exercise while avoiding unnatural movements that can cause joint stress and physical problems. The machine has foot pedals that move on a track base, allowing for a more natural movement. The handle system is designed for maximum efficiency and safety, with adjustable foot grips and a telescopic hand mechanism. The foot pedals can slide and roll in the machine, providing a more flexible and effective workout.

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Unnatural body movements can cause stress on joints and muscles and lead to physical problems down the road.

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[0016]The following detailed description illustrates the invention by way of example, not by way of limitation of the principles of the invention. This description will clearly enable one skilled in the art to make and use the invention, and describes various embodiments, adaptations, variations, alternatives, and uses of the invention. The description includes what are presently believed to be the best modes of carrying out the invention.

[0017]In this regard, the invention is illustrated in 4 relatively simple figures; although sufficiently complex as to illuminate to one skilled in the art of such software architecture, programming, and computer operations a viable method for making or using said invention.

[0018]FIG. 1 illustrates how the 360 degree rotating handles 10 connect to the support plates 20 using a swivel bearing mechanism 40. The support plates are then connected to a shaft 30 which proceeds to the foot assembly shown in FIG. 2. As the user is operating the apparatus, ...

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Abstract

The invention relates to a novel elliptical machine designed on orthopedic standards of body kinetics wherein the handles rotate 360 degrees and the foot pedals slide fore and aft and roll forwards and backwards as the user is exercising on the machine. This novel machine provides maximum efficacy and safety while a user is exercising, and does not limit the range of motion to the standard fixed elliptical motion of merely forward and backwards.

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FIELD[0001]The invention relates to a novel elliptical exercise device wherein the range of arm motion is expanded to a 360 degree motion and the foot pedals are adjustable with additional range of motion than that in the present art.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The invention most closely corresponds with USPTO Class 482 / 52 wherein significance is attributed to conditioning or developing a muscle employed as the user ascends or descends a set of steps or operates apparatus which imitates ascending or descending a set of steps.[0003]In its simplest form, the invention comprises a novel elliptical machine wherein the arm movement is not fixed in a linear or forward and reverse motion, but allows the user to rotate the handles in a 360 degree range for maximum muscular and cardiovascular benefit. The foot pedals are novel in design and utility in that they are set in a grooved notch and may slide and roll forward and backwards providing a more natural gait and work in cooperation w...

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IPC IPC(8): A63B22/04
CPCA63B22/0012A63B22/0046A63B22/0664A63B22/208A63B2022/0041A63B2022/067A63B2022/0005A63B22/0005
Inventor HOPP, LISA
Owner HOPP LISA
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