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Aquatic Exercise Cycle

a technology of aquatic exercise and cycle, applied in the field of aquatic exercise cycle, can solve the problems of limited resistance variations, people may be averse to traditional workout methods, and not everyone can swim

Inactive Publication Date: 2015-11-26
AQUA CREEK PROD
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The present invention provides an easy to use underwater exercise cycle with a flywheel transmission that allows the user to experience smoother and more continuous rotation with multiple distinct levels of resistance. The cycle can be adjusted for different levels of pedal effort while in motion using a tensioning mechanism. Additionally, a semi-recumbent attachment is also included for added comfort and support.

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People may be averse to traditional workout methods due to age, joint problems, or mobility issues.
While swimming in water is known to be a great low-impact exercise, not everyone can swim.
While water resistance may be effective in achieving a desired workout, variations of resistance is limited.
Additionally, water resistance can cause less smooth pedaling due to a lack of a flywheel / inertia, which is undesirable for the goal of lowering any impact involved in the exercise.

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[0011]An aquatic exercise cycle, transmission and tensioning means are shown generally in FIGS. 1 and 2. The aquatic exercise cycle comprises a stainless steel folding frame 1, 2 including an adjustable seat 3, a handlebar 4, a crank and gear multiplier 5, 6, an energy storage device in the form of a flywheel 7, a resistance system 8 with a resistance adjustment mechanism 9, and with integrated wheels for transportation 10. Alternatively, the folding frame 1, 2 could be made from plastic, composite or any other suitable material for an aquatic environment. Additionally, the handlebar 4, could be made adjustable. The gear multiplier 6 is made from multiple plastic and corrosion-resistant metal components such, which are compatible with the aquatic environment. Alternatively the gear multiplier 6 could be made from multiple ceramic, composite or other components of suitable materials. The resistance system 8 incorporates a belt and tensioners to mechanically adjust the level of resist...

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Abstract

An underwater exercise cycle that improves on existing designs through the use of a compact flywheel transmission with adjustable resistance. The invention allows for smooth and continuous pedaling across a range of distinct levels of resistance, thereby enhancing comfort, low-impact, and effectiveness of aquatic exercise.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 001,290, filed May 21, 2014, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to an underwater (aquatic) exercise cycle with an improved transmission that provides either fixed or adjustable smooth pedal resistance, that is not dependant on water resistance like common aquatic exercise cycles.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Underwater cycling is becoming more popular as a tool for exercise and rehabilitation. The benefits of underwater workouts are well known and can be less stressful alternatives to traditional workouts. People may be averse to traditional workout methods due to age, joint problems, or mobility issues. While swimming in water is known to be a great low-impact exercise, not everyone can swim. Therefore, riding an exercise cycle in a pool is an excellent alternative because one ca...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63B21/008A63B22/06A63B23/04A63B21/00
CPCA63B21/0084A63B21/00069A63B21/1465A63B2022/0635A63B22/0605A63B23/0476A63B21/1496A63B21/00076A63B21/225A63B2208/03A63B2225/60A63B2210/50A63B2225/09A63B21/015A63B21/15A63B22/02A63B22/0664
Inventor SHAKESPEARE, SCOTTRIGBY, JAMESSULLIVAN, DANIELFRANCIS, EVAN
Owner AQUA CREEK PROD
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