Exercise device and method

Abstract

An exercise device includes an upper frame supporting a seat back, the seat back enabling support of a torso of a user. A lower seat includes a lower frame that is pivotally mounted to the upper frame. The lower frame includes front and rear support wheels for contact with a supportive surface; and an arcuate member is secured to the upper frame substantially opposite to the seat back. The device also includes a tension arm with a first end movably mounted to the upper frame and a second end movably supported on the supportive surface by a roller or wheel. A tension band is mounted at one end to the tension arm between the first and second ends of the tension arm and at its opposite end to the lower frame by an anchor bar, which is pivotally mounted to the lower frame.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The present invention generally relates to exercise equipment. More specifically, the present invention relates to light weight systems of physical exercise that stress the extensor muscles of the lower body and trunk. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Exercise devices are becoming an increasingly more important part of our lives. As our society becomes more technologically advanced, we become more sedentary. Therefore we must rely on equipment to provide our muscles and organs with the stimulation necessary to maintain a healthy existence. Much of the equipment available is large, inexpensive and not practical for the average consumer to have in their home. Gyms and health clubs are not available to many people, especially in rural areas. In addition, with our busy lives, many simply do not have time to drive to the gym to exercise and return to home or work. As an alternative, home fitness products are inexpensive, lightweight products that offer an ...

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Benefits of technology

[0008] In another aspect, the invention includes a method of exercising including providing a device as previously disclosed and seating a user on the lower seat with the back of the user against the seat back. The user extends his legs and hip joints, pushing the seat back toward the arcuate member, rolling back on the arcuate member and elevating a lower portion of the upper frame while extending the body of the user. If a tension arm is provided, the method may include displacing the tension arm and elongating the tension band, thereby increasing work done by the user.

Problems solved by technology

Much of the equipment available is large, inexpensive and not practical for the average consumer to have in their home.

Gyms and health clubs are not available to many people, especially in rural areas.

In addition, with our busy lives, many simply do not have time to drive to the gym to exercise and return to home or work.

Weight loss is a key issue with most Americans.

Therefore given a constant dietary intake this results in weight loss.

A product that is too large and bulky, or where the user must sit on the ground to use it, is not found to be popular with the typical consumer.

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