Buttock pushing trainer

By designing a hip thrust trainer that combines back support, limiters, and weight units, the problem of existing fitness equipment being unable to effectively train the gluteal muscle group has been solved, achieving better training results and space utilization.

CN224085932UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-07QINGDAO KINGDOM HEALTH IND CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-08
Publication Date
2026-04-07

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Technical Problem

Existing fitness equipment is difficult to effectively train the gluteal muscles, and it takes up a lot of space and is not very applicable.

Method used

A hip thrust trainer was designed, comprising a main support unit, a back support unit, a limiting unit, and a weight unit. Through a linkage structure and an adjustable limiting unit, it adapts to different body types, and the foot pedal unit enhances the training effect, providing multiple weight options.

Benefits of technology

It enables effective training of the gluteal muscles, enhances training results, adapts to different body types, reduces space requirements, and offers a variety of weight options.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a hip pushing training device, which relates to the field of fitness equipment and adopts the technical scheme that the hip pushing training device comprises a main supporting unit serving as a fixed supporting structure of the training device; the back supporting unit is rotationally connected with the main supporting unit and can support the back of the user; the back supporting unit comprises a back frame rotationally connected with the main supporting unit; the back supporting piece is arranged on the side, facing the user, of the back frame, and the back supporting piece is made of an elastic material and makes contact with the back of the human body. The hip pushing device has the advantages that the structure of the scheme provides good movement guide for hip pushing movement, and by combining the back frame and the hip supporting frame, a user can better complete the hip pushing movement under the condition that the user obtains effective supporting. By means of the structural combination of the scheme, when a user does hip pushing exercise, the shanks and the thighs are close to the right angle in the hip pushing training process, and the better training effect is provided for the target hip and hip muscle groups.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fitness equipment, specifically a hip thrust trainer. Background Technology

[0002] In modern society where material needs are met, fitness has become an essential element in people's pursuit of a high-quality life. Based on the space where exercise takes place, it can be divided into outdoor and indoor fitness. However, due to the busy pace of modern life and urban environmental issues, more people prefer to exercise in gyms or at home.

[0003] For indoor fitness, using gym equipment is the most common choice, as it allows for more targeted training of the muscle groups the user wants to develop. When it comes to gym equipment, the key considerations are minimizing its space footprint while maintaining functionality, and ensuring adaptability to different users. Furthermore, in general, training the gluteal muscles is more challenging than training other muscle groups. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address one of the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a hip thrust trainer to solve the problem of hip and buttock fitness exercises.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a hip thrust trainer, comprising:

[0006] The main support unit can be placed on the ground as a fixed support structure for this trainer;

[0007] The back support unit is rotatably connected to the main support unit and can support the user's back.

[0008] The back support unit includes:

[0009] The back frame is rotatably connected to the main support unit;

[0010] A back support is located on the side of the back frame facing the user. The back support is made of elastic material and comes into contact with the back of the human body.

[0011] Preferably, the main support unit includes:

[0012] The base frame is a horizontally extending frame.

[0013] The side frame is connected to the base frame and extends upward. The back frame is rotatably connected to the upper part of the side frame.

[0014] The hip support frame is fixedly mounted on the base frame and is located on one side of the side frame; hip support components are installed on the hip support frame.

[0015] The main support unit also includes:

[0016] The counterweight frame is connected to the base frame or side frame and is used to place counterweights.

[0017] Preferably, it also includes:

[0018] A limiting unit is connected to the back frame, and the limiting unit extends to the side of the back support facing the user;

[0019] The limiting unit includes:

[0020] A fixing arm is provided on one side of the back support unit, and the fixing arm is fixedly connected to the back frame;

[0021] The movable arm has one end rotatably connected to the back frame or fixed arm, and the other end extends toward the back support.

[0022] The positioning component can fix the position of the movable arm.

[0023] Preferably, the movable arm is a bent frame structure, and the movable arm includes:

[0024] The connecting part is rotatably connected to the fixed arm; the positioning component is disposed between the connecting part and the fixed arm.

[0025] The limiting part is fixedly connected to the connecting part, and the limiting part extends to the side of the back support facing the user.

[0026] Preferably, the limiting unit further includes:

[0027] The roller body is rotatably connected to the limiting part of the movable arm;

[0028] A handle for gripping and connected to the limiting part of the movable arm.

[0029] Preferably, the positioning component includes:

[0030] A positioning plate is fixedly connected to the fixed arm, and the positioning plate is provided with a plurality of positioning holes;

[0031] A positioning pin passes through the movable arm and can be inserted into the positioning hole of the positioning plate.

[0032] Preferably, the counterweight unit includes:

[0033] The counterweight connector is fixedly connected to the fixed arm, and the counterweight connector can be used to hang the barbell plate for counterweight.

[0034] Preferably, it further includes: a counterweight unit, which is linked to the back support unit and can provide a counterweight for the back support unit during exercise; the counterweight unit includes:

[0035] The counterweight placement part is fixedly installed on one side of the main support unit;

[0036] The counterweight assembly is located inside the counterweight placement section, and the counterweight assembly and the counterweight placement section are vertically slidably connected; the counterweight assembly is linked to the back support unit through a combination of pulleys and cables.

[0037] Preferably, it also includes:

[0038] The foot pedal unit is located on the side of the hip support frame away from the back frame, and the foot pedal unit is connected to the base frame.

[0039] Preferably, the foot pedal unit includes:

[0040] The foot pedal is movably connected to the base frame and is located on the side of the hip support frame away from the back frame.

[0041] A linkage component is disposed between the foot pedal and the back frame, and the foot pedal is linked to the back frame through the linkage component; when the lower end of the back frame rotates downward, the foot pedal moves away from the hip support frame; when the lower end of the back frame rotates upward, the foot pedal moves closer to the hip support frame.

[0042] Compared with existing technologies, it has the following beneficial effects:

[0043] 1. The structure of this solution provides good guidance for hip thrust exercises. By combining the back support and hip support frame, users can better complete hip thrust exercises with effective support.

[0044] 2. Through the structural combination of this solution, while the user is performing hip thrust exercises, the linkage between the back support unit and the foot pedal unit allows the position of the foot pedal to change synchronously with the hip thrust movement. During the change of foot pedal position, the user's calves and thighs can maintain an angle of approximately 90°. This allows the gluteal and hip muscle groups to bear a greater exercise load, enabling more effective training of the gluteal muscle groups and achieving better hip thrust exercise results.

[0045] 3. This solution, with its adjustable limiting unit, can be adapted to users of different body types, making it highly adaptable.

[0046] 4. This solution can use two different forms of counterweight as the motion load, providing better selectivity for different users and usage spaces. Attached Figure Description

[0047] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the first counterweight configuration in this application embodiment. Figure 1 ;

[0048] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the first counterweight configuration in this application embodiment. Figure 2 ;

[0049] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the first counterweight configuration in this application embodiment. Figure 3 ;

[0050] Figure 4 This is a front view of the first counterweight configuration according to an embodiment of this application;

[0051] Figure 5 This is a top view of the first counterweight configuration according to an embodiment of this application;

[0052] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the second counterweight configuration according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 1 ;

[0053] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the second counterweight configuration according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 .

[0054] In the picture:

[0055] 1. Main support unit; 11. Base frame; 12. Side frame; 13. Hip support frame; 2. Back support unit; 21. Back frame; 22. Back support component; 3. Counterweight unit; 4. Limiting unit; 41. Fixed arm; 42. Movable arm; 43. Positioning component; 431. Positioning plate; 432. Positioning rod; 433. Buffer component; 44. Roller body; 45. Handle; 5. Foot pedal unit; 51. Foot pedal; 52. Linkage component. Detailed Implementation

[0056] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0057] Please see Figures 1-3 This application provides the following technical solutions:

[0058] The hip thrust trainer includes a main support unit 1, which serves as the fixed support structure for the trainer. The main support unit 1 can be placed on the ground or used in combination with other fitness equipment. This hip thrust trainer is shown as an example of standalone use, with the main support unit 1 placed directly on the ground. The main support unit 1 includes a base frame 11, side frames 12, and a hip support frame 13. The base frame 11 is a horizontally extending frame, approximately "T"-shaped, composed of mutually perpendicular longitudinal and transverse sections. The side frame 12 is located at the connection between the longitudinal and transverse sections, extending upwards and connecting its bottom end to the base frame 11. For ease of description, the length direction of the base frame 11 is considered the transverse section, with the longitudinal section located at one end of the transverse section. The hip support unit is located on the transverse section of the base frame 11, including the hip support frame 13 and a hip support element located on the hip support frame 13. The hip support element is a pad made of elastic material. The hip support frame 13 is fixedly located in the middle area of ​​the transverse section of the base frame 11. A back support unit 2 is provided on the side frame 12. The back support unit 2 includes a back frame 21 and a back support member 22, wherein the back frame 21 and the upper part of the side frame 12 are rotatably connected. The back support member 22 is located on the side of the back frame 21 facing the user, and the back support member 22 is made of an elastic pad. A counterweight unit 3 is linked to the back frame 21 of the back support unit 2 to provide counterweight to the back frame 21 during exercise.

[0059] With this design, the user sits on the hip support, leans against the back support 22, and places their feet on suitable support positions during exercise. During exercise, the user lifts their hips and buttocks upwards, while their shoulders and back exert force against the back support 22, causing the back support 22 to rotate the back frame 21. The user then relaxes, returning to the initial seated position, and repeats this process. Because the back frame 21 and the weight unit 3 are linked, the user experiences a resistance when applying force to the back frame 21, which enhances the training effect.

[0060] Based on the above implementation scheme, and considering the convenience for users to apply force during exercise, this scheme also includes a limiting unit 4. The limiting unit 4 is connected to the back frame 21 and extends to the side of the back support 22 facing the user. The limiting unit 4 mainly limits the front of the user's torso, allowing the user to push the limiting unit 4 from bottom to top through the hips to drive the back frame 21 to move, and also providing the user with more points of force application.

[0061] The limiting unit 4 includes a fixed arm 41 and a movable arm 42. The fixed arm 41 is located on one side of the back support unit 2, and one end of the fixed arm 41 is fixedly connected to the back frame 21. One end of the movable arm 42 is rotatably connected to the back frame 21 or the fixed arm 41, and the other end extends towards the back support member 22. For ease of structural design, this solution uses a structure where the movable arm 42 and the fixed arm 41 are rotatably connected. The movable arm 42 is a bent frame structure, including a connecting part and a limiting part. The connecting part is rotatably connected to the fixed arm 41; the limiting part and the connecting part are integrally formed, and the limiting part extends to the side of the back support member 22 facing the user. A positioning component 43 is provided between the fixed arm 41 and the movable arm 42, which can fix the position of the movable arm 42.

[0062] The movable arm 42 is approximately "L"-shaped, with the portion bending towards the back support 22 serving as the limiting part. A roller 44 and a handle 45 are respectively installed on the limiting part. The roller 44 is an elastic roller, rotatably connected to the lower side of the limiting part. Two handles 45 are provided, symmetrically arranged on the upper side of the limiting part. The purpose of the handles is to facilitate the user's grip and application of force; their specific structural form and number are not limited.

[0063] With this design, the user first releases the positioning component 43 from the movable arm 42, raises the movable arm 42, and then sits on the hip support, with their back against the back support unit 2. After adjusting the sitting posture, the user lowers the movable arm 42, bringing the roller 44 close to the abdomen, and then uses the positioning component 43 to lock the position of the movable arm 42. The user can then perform hip thrusting exercises.

[0064] During exercise, the user pushes the roller 44 upward with their hips. Because the relative position of the movable arm 42 and the fixed arm 41 is locked at this time, the movable arm 42 is pushed and drives the fixed arm 41 to move. The fixed arm 41 then transmits this movement force to the back frame 21, thus making the user's buttocks, hips and abdomen exert force in a coordinated movement, which can achieve comprehensive training of muscles in multiple parts of the body.

[0065] Building upon the aforementioned movements, users can also grip the handles with both hands at 45 degrees, which further enhances the overall training effect on arm and grip strength.

[0066] Based on the above implementation scheme, the positioning component 43 can be implemented in various ways. This scheme provides a specific structural form as follows. The positioning component 43 used in this scheme includes an arc-shaped positioning plate 431. The lower end of the positioning plate 431 is fixedly connected to the fixed arm 41. The positioning plate 431 has several positioning holes. The positioning holes are arranged in an arc, and the center of the positioning plate 431 faces the back frame 21. A sliding groove is provided on the movable arm 42. The positioning plate 431 passes through the sliding groove and is slidably connected to the movable arm 42. Two circular buffer pads are provided on both sides of the sliding groove corresponding to the positioning plate 431. The positioning plate 431 slides between the two buffer pads. A positioning pin is provided corresponding to the positioning hole on the positioning plate 431. A pin hole is provided on the movable arm 42. The positioning pin passes through the movable arm 42 and can be inserted into the positioning hole of the positioning plate 431.

[0067] A positioning rod 432 is rotatably connected to the side of the movable arm 42 facing the user. A torsion spring is installed at the connection between the positioning rod 432 and the movable arm 42. The middle part of the positioning rod 432 is linked with the positioning pin. When the user pulls the positioning rod 432, the positioning rod 432 twists and changes position, and the positioning pin can be pulled out from the positioning hole of the positioning plate 431. The movable arm 42 can rotate freely. After the user sits down, he adjusts the position of the movable arm 42 and releases the positioning rod 432. The positioning rod 432 returns to its original position under the action of the torsion spring, and the positioning pin is inserted back into the positioning hole, locking the relative position of the movable arm 42 and the fixed arm 41.

[0068] The linkage between the positioning pin and the positioning rod 432 can take several forms. For example, the positioning pin and the movable arm 42 can be slidably connected, with the end of the positioning rod 432 abutting and pushing against the positioning plate 431. Alternatively, the positioning pin and the movable arm 42 can be slidably connected, with the positioning rod 432 and the positioning pin linked by a linkage. If a stable connection between the positioning pin and the positioning plate 431 is ensured, the aforementioned torsion spring can be omitted.

[0069] Based on the above implementation plan, see Figure 3 A buffer 433, which is an air spring, is also provided between the fixed arm 41 and the movable arm 42. The air spring allows the movable arm 42 to move and be positioned slowly, making it easy for the user to adjust its position.

[0070] Based on the above implementation scheme, this scheme provides two different structural forms of the counterweight unit 3, see [link / reference]. Figures 1 to 5 For the first type of counterweight, the counterweight unit 3 includes a counterweight connector, which is a support rod. The counterweight connector and the fixed arm 41 are fixedly connected. The counterweight connector can be used to hang the barbell plate for counterweight.

[0071] The main support unit 1 also includes a counterweight frame 14, which is connected to the base frame 11 or the side frame 12. The counterweight frame 14 is used to place unused barbell discs.

[0072] With this type of counterweight, the counterweight can be completed simply by suspending barbell plates of appropriate weight and number on the counterweight connector. This type of counterweight is relatively simple and takes up little space.

[0073] Based on the above implementation plan, see Figure 6 and Figure 7 Unlike the previous counterweight method, the counterweight unit 3 includes a counterweight placement section, which is a vertically arranged box structure fixedly mounted on one side of the main support unit 1. A vertical slide is provided inside the counterweight placement section, through which the counterweight plate assembly is slidably connected. The counterweight plate assembly is linked to the back support unit 2 via a combination of pulleys and cables. The pulleys corresponding to the back support unit 2 are rotatably mounted at the lower part of the back frame 21. The specific configuration of the pulleys and cables can be set according to actual conditions, as long as the back frame 21 can drive the counterweight plate assembly to move vertically within the counterweight placement section; further details are omitted here.

[0074] Although this structure increases the floor space required, it allows for the application of greater loads. Both of these counterweight methods can be selected based on actual needs.

[0075] Based on the above implementation scheme, to obtain a better exercise experience, this training device also includes a foot pedal unit 5 on the base frame 11. The foot pedal unit 5 is used for pedaling with both feet. The foot pedal unit 5 is located on the side of the hip support frame 13 away from the back frame 21, and is connected to the base frame 11. The foot pedal unit 5 includes a foot pedal 51, which is mounted on the base frame 11 and located on the side of the hip support frame 13 away from the back frame 21. The horizontal height of the foot pedal 51 is basically the same as the horizontal height of the hip support component.

[0076] The foot pedal unit 5 allows users to better utilize their leg strength to assist in lifting their buttocks, enhancing the training effect of leg muscles on the basis of the original training.

[0077] Based on the above implementation plan, see Figure 4 The foot pedal 51 of the foot pedal unit 5 is rotatably connected to the base frame 11. A linkage component 52 is provided between the foot pedal 51 and the back frame 21, and the foot pedal 51 is linked to the back frame 21 through the linkage component 52; when the lower end of the back frame 21 rotates downward, the foot pedal 51 moves away from the hip support frame 13.

[0078] Considering the natural changes in body posture during hip thrust, this design makes the foot pedal 51 a movable structure rather than a fixed structure. See [link / reference] Figure 2 and Figure 4 The foot pedal 51 has two connection points at its lower part, each rotatably connected to the base frame 11 via a connecting bracket, which is approximately "H"-shaped. The linkage assembly 52 includes a push rod, a long rod with one end abutting against the connecting bracket and the other end hinged to one end of a rotating component. The middle of the rotating component is rotatably connected to the base frame 11, and the other end is rotatably connected to the back frame 21 via a connecting rod. Through this structure, [the following is possible:] Figure 4 Taking the direction shown as an example, when performing a hip thrust exercise, the lower end of the back frame 21 rotates upward. At this time, the back frame 21 drives the rotating component to rotate counterclockwise via a connecting rod. The push rod is pulled to the right by the rotating component. Because the user's foot is on the foot pedal 51, under the force applied by the body, the foot pedal 51 naturally moves towards the hip support. This movement path combines the movement paths in both rotation and translation, forming an approximately parabolic trajectory. This movement trend of the foot pedal 51 conforms to the natural following movement of the foot position during a hip thrust exercise, making the user's exercise experience better. At the same time, compared to the fixed design of the foot pedal 51, this structure allows the user's lower leg and thigh to always maintain an angle of approximately 90° during the hip thrust exercise, that is, the lower leg and thigh are close to a right angle during the hip thrust training. Maintaining this angle will allow the gluteal and hip muscle groups to receive a greater exercise load, thereby achieving better exercise results. In addition, because the foot pedal 51 autonomously adapts to changes in foot position in a linked manner with the hip thrust movement, it can reduce the exercise load on the ankle during the hip thrust movement.

[0079] In the description of this application and its embodiments, it should be understood that the terms "top", "bottom", "height", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0080] In this application and its embodiments, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," "link," "fix," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0081] In this application and its embodiments, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0082] The foregoing disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing different structures of this application. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described above. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this application, but those skilled in the art will recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0083] Although preferred embodiments of this application have been described, those skilled in the art, upon learning the basic inventive concept, can make other changes and modifications to these embodiments. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to be interpreted as including the preferred embodiments as well as all changes and modifications falling within the scope of this application.

[0084] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this application without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Therefore, if such modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this application and their equivalents, this application also intends to include such modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A hip thrust trainer, characterized in that, include: The main support unit serves as the fixed support structure for this trainer. The back support unit is rotatably connected to the main support unit; The back support unit includes: The back frame is rotatably connected to the main support unit; A back support is located on the side of the back frame facing the user; the back support is made of elastic material, and when the device is in use, the back support is in contact with the user's torso.

2. The hip thrust trainer as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The main support unit includes: The base frame is a horizontally extending frame. The side frame is connected to the base frame and extends upwards. The back frame is rotatably connected to the upper part of the side frame.

3. The hip thrust trainer as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: The limiting unit, connected to the back frame, limits the front of the user's torso; The limiting unit includes: A fixing arm is provided on one side of the back support unit, and the fixing arm is fixedly connected to the back frame; The movable arm has one end rotatably connected to the back frame or fixed arm, and the other end extends to the side of the back support facing the user; there is a gap between the movable arm and the back support. The positioning component can fix the position of the movable arm.

4. The hip thrust trainer as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The movable arm is a bent frame structure, and the movable arm includes: The connecting part is rotatably connected to the fixed arm; the positioning component is disposed between the connecting part and the fixed arm. The limiting part is fixedly connected to the connecting part, and the limiting part extends to the side of the back support facing the user.

5. The hip thrust trainer as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The limiting unit further includes: The roller body is rotatably connected to the limiting part of the movable arm; A handle is provided on one side of the roller body.

6. The hip thrust trainer as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The positioning component includes: A positioning plate is fixedly connected to the fixed arm, and the positioning plate is provided with a plurality of positioning holes; A positioning pin passes through the movable arm and can be inserted into the positioning hole of the positioning plate.

7. The hip thrust trainer as described in claim 3, characterized in that, It also includes a counterweight unit, which is linked to the back support unit and can provide exercise counterweight to the back support unit; The counterweight unit includes: The counterweight connector is fixedly connected to the fixed arm, movable arm, or back support unit, and can be used to hang weights for fitness.

8. The hip thrust trainer as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The counterweight unit also includes: The counterweight placement part is fixedly installed on one side of the main support unit; The counterweight assembly is located inside the counterweight placement section, and the counterweight assembly and the counterweight placement section are vertically slidably connected; the counterweight assembly is linked to the back support unit through a combination of pulleys and cables.

9. The hip thrust trainer as described in claim 2, characterized in that, Also includes: The foot pedal unit is located on the side of the back frame facing the user, and the foot pedal unit is connected to the base frame.

10. The hip thrust trainer as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The foot pedal unit includes: The foot pedal is movably connected to the base frame; A linkage component is disposed between the foot pedal and the back frame, and the foot pedal is linked to the back frame through the linkage component; when the lower end of the back frame rotates downward, the foot pedal moves away from the back frame; when the lower end of the back frame rotates upward, the foot pedal moves closer to the back frame.