Multiple-person walking simulator

a walking simulator and multi-person technology, applied in the field of walking simulators, can solve the problems of blaring music, annoyance of users, and high cost of gym membership, and achieve the effects of improving fitness, improving fitness, and improving fitness
US20080081740A1Inactive Publication Date: 2008-04-03TRIACTIVE AMERICA A CALIFORNIA CORP
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Authority / Receiving Office
US · United States
Current Assignee / Owner
TRIACTIVE AMERICA A CALIFORNIA CORP
Publication Date
2008-04-03
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Abstract

Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to walking simulators. In one embodiment of the present invention, the walking simulator includes a support frame, a handlebar, and a pair of swing arms. Each swing arm is pivotally-mounted to the support frame and includes a foot pedal proximal to the distal end of the swing arm. A user can place one foot on each foot pedal and grasp the handlebar. The user can alternately swing one swing arm in front of the other to simulate a walking motion through muscle contractions in the hip muscles and various other muscle groups.
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TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of exercise equipment, and, in particular, to a walking simulator.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Many people strive to maintain, or even increase, their fitness level by regularly exercising. Regular exercise can improve fitness in a variety of ways, including improving cardiovascular health, strength, and balance and flexibility. Some people buy gym memberships so they can exercise at a gym. Many gyms contain exercise equipment with smooth motions and consistent resistances that can be used to improve fitness in various muscle groups. However, a gym membership can be expensive, and gyms can be crowded during popular workout times, making workouts slow and time-consuming. Blaring music, pushy trainers, and supplement salespeople can also be annoying to some users. Additionally, competitive and intense users can be intimidating to beginners and casual users. Gyms may be inconveniently located, may have inadequate parki...

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