Method and device to enable and assist the elderly and females to exercise their abdominal and lower back muscles

US20080039295A1Inactive Publication Date: 2008-02-14STEINMETZ ZEEV
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Authority / Receiving Office
US · United States
Current Assignee / Owner
STEINMETZ ZEEV
Publication Date
2008-02-14
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Abstract

This multi-abdominal exercise machine is comprised of at least one foot-bar arranged to move up and down a vertical angular path for exercising the abdominal muscles otherwise known as the rectus abdominis. It is used in the sitting position. A controlled weight resistance mechanism is connected to the said foot-bar for providing adjustable resistance to movement. A seat that tilts up and down during the exercising movements together with and on the same axis as the foot-bar. At least one adjustable hand bar is positioned to aid entry to and exit from the machine and to stabilize the user while exercising. A dynamic back support is positioned to provide a contra, massage and stability while exercising.A method for using the abdominal exerciser is comprised of sitting on the dynamic seat, putting one's feet onto the foot-bar and lifting the knees towards the stomach. The said lifting causes the abdominal muscles to exercise, which effect is enhanced as the said seat moves.
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FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] This invention is in the field of exercise resistance machines for improvement of general health, especially strengthening the abdominal muscles known in Latin as rectus abdominis. These muscles control the tilt of the pelvis to improve the mechanical positioning of the spine. The exercising provides physiotherapeutic effects to strengthen, build and rebuild muscles and bone mass and prevents muscle and bone mass deterioration while avoiding any pressure on the lower back and the unique massage roller simultaneously promotes back muscle relaxation. This patent relates to and caters for the special needs of the elderly, those convalescing from injury or surgery and females.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] The use of machines for exercising the body is well known in the art. For many decades it has been considered beneficial for a person's health to exercise regularly. The benefits are many and probably some that we are not yet aware. A few of the better kn...

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