Abstract: A teeter-totter base for training canines may be coupled to the middle of an elongated plank. The base has a pair of legs that can be rotated in order to change the height of the plank off of a ground surface.

Abstract: An exercise assembly structured to direct the foot-ankle-leg, knee, etc. and associated portions of a person's body through a plurality of different paths of movement, wherein each path of movement comprises an at least partially different configuration such that exercise resulting from the various movements will be concentrated on predetermined portions of the body being exercised. The platform is suspended by a support assembly interconnected to a base and is preferably, but not exclusively, directed through the aforementioned paths of movement manually by the user. A sensor assembly including a processor may determine and store selected movements of the platform for graphical or other visual display to the user and for programmed duplication of the sensed paths movement when desired.

Abstract: An exercise device comprising two box-like open-sided platform sections disposed side-by-side in a closed, storage and transporting position or end-to-end in an open exercising position and having two rotary disk assemblies that are mountable in a plurality of fixed exercising positions along the platform sections by means of pins on the lower sides of the disk assemblies and a longitudinal series of mounting holes in each platform section. Elongated elastic resistance bands are connectable between the rotary disks, on hook connectors thereon, and between the disks and the platform sections, in various ways for closed-chain operation, when desired, or removable for open-chain exercises. A carrying handle and latches are provided in the platform sections, and U-shaped connectors are provided to join the platform sections together.

Abstract: The present invention provides a sphincter exerciser for strengthening the sphincters of persons in an effort to prevent diseases, such as aconuresis or encopresis caused by weak sphincters. This sphincter exerciser consists of a body (10), which has two depressions (4), two hinge holes (6) and a window (8). Two footholds (20) are hinged to the two hinge holes (6) by means of two hinge shafts (18). A roller (30) is shafted to the roller bracket (14) of each foothold (20), and is laid on the inclined bottom of an associated depression (4). The exerciser also has a momentum adjuster (40), which is installed in the body (10) and allows a user to adjust momentum while exercising. This momentum adjuster (40) has an adjusting block, two guide rollers (38), a wire (46), and a coil spring (48) connected to the hinge shafts (18) by the wire (46).

Abstract: A device includes a foot-engaging element that can move in a spherical pattern and has resistance to movement generated by elastic straps. The straps can be added, changed or removed to customize the resistance to the exact pattern required to achieve maximum benefit for the user. The device does not require a user to place his or her weight on their foot to exercise, strengthen or rehabilitate an ankle. The device can be easily assembled and disassembled and transported.

Abstract: A supporting mount for a tilting body inversion frame having standing means and spaced trunnion-bearing plates in an elevated position for bearing the trunnions carried by the tilting body inversion frame. Each of the trunnion-bearing plates has a blind slot for receiving and bearing the trunnions. At least one of the trunnion-bearing plates further include a keeper movable relative to the trunnion-bearing plate between locking position and open positions. The keeper has at one end a hook portion which in locking position secures the respective trunnion in bearing engagement, and at the other end a lever portion extending away from the trunnion-bearing plate, and in-between an axial portion through which the keeper is pivotally connected onto the outer side and proximate to the upper end of the trunnion-bearing plate.

Abstract: A lower extremity rehabilitation and exercise device has a platform to which at least one foot is secured. A fulcrum is placed beneath the platform at various locations. Exercises performed by the user involve the platform pivoting about the fulcrum in a manner that requires the use of specific muscles or muscle groups. Various fulcrum locations correspond to particular muscles or muscle groups which are stressed while the exercise is performed. The exercises build strength in the muscle or muscle groups which are stressed during exercise. Proprioception within the stressed muscle or muscle group is also developed during exercise.

Abstract: A method for improving balance and coordination associated with the performance of a sport motion. The method comprises the initial step of providing a training apparatus, the latter comprising a stationary base member having first and second platforms rotationally mounted. The first and second are adapted to receive, respectively, a foot of an individual to enable the individual to stand thereon such that each foot can rotate independently about a separate axis. While standing upon the device, an individual may perform a variety of movements, such as a tennis stroke, golf swing, and the like, and, by virtue of imparting rotational movement to the feet, enable an individual to optimally perform proper rotational movements. The training method maybe incorporated into a sports instruction regimen applicable to a wide-variety of sports, including skiing, surfing, and martial arts, as well as many activities, in addition to tennis, golf and baseball.

Abstract: A waist-twisting machine includes a post, a fixing base, a moving mechanism, a hoop body and a hull. The fixing base is movably combined with the post to move up and down, and the moving mechanism is deposited in the fixing base, consisting of a power source to rotate a gear unit, which then rotates two rotating arms connected with an interacting arm to make a horizontal movement in a circle as a hula hoop does. The hoop body is connected with the interactive arm to be moved in the same track as the interactive arm, with numerous massage rollers fixed on an inner surface of the hoop body. Then a user standing in the hoop body can be compelled to move together with the hoop body, with the waist thus twisted and massaged at the same time.

Abstract: An exercising ball holder for fixing an exercising ball and locking elastic cords includes a base seat, multiple extension arms and at least one elastic cord. The base seat is formed with a rest depression. A lower end of the exercising ball is rested and located in the depression without easily rolling out. The multiple extension arms respectively outward horizontally extend from the base seat. Each extension arm has a fixing loop section. The elastic cord has a hook section and has a handle. It can ensure safety in use of the exercising ball. The position of the elastic cords can be quickly changed to achieve various exercising effects. And, it has simple structure.

Abstract: A leg exerciser includes a casing having a slot in a top thereof, a transmission mechanism mounted in the casing, a legrest, and at least one massage rod. The transmission mechanism includes a motor and a movable block extending through the slot of the casing. The movable block moves reciprocatingly along the slot of the casing when the motor is turned on. The legrest is fixed to the movable block to move therewith. The legrest has two recessed portions for supporting a user's legs. The massage rod is attached to the movable block to move therewith and includes at least one massage portion for providing a massaging function. At least one wheel is mounted to the massage rod and in rolling contact with the casing.

Abstract: A device is designed to exercise foot muscle and is formed of a base on which two rotary mounts are disposed. The rotary mounts are provided with two upright fastening plates, each having a fastening hole. Two footrests are provided in the underside with two pivoting plates, each having a pivoting hole. The footrests are pivotally fastened to the rotary mounts such that the pivoting plates and the fastening plates are pivoted together by two pivots which are disposed in the pivoting hole and the fastening hole. The footrests turn horizontally along with the rotary mounts and turn up and down on the pivots.

Abstract: A multipurpose exercising apparatus is constructed to include a plastic flat base frame positionable on a flat surface, the base frame having a plurality of eyes spaced around the periphery thereof, a semispherical shell made from polyurethane and covered on the base frame, the semispherical shell having a plurality of raised portions over the outer surface thereof for imparting a massaging effect to the user using the multipurpose exercising apparatus, and a plurality of elastic pull cords selectively fastened to the eyes of the base frame for pulling by the user.

Abstract: A ball positioning structure on which a ball is placed comprises a lower body including a round disk with a through-hole in the center thereof, an upper body covered on the lower body and having a bore provided in the center thereof which is in alignment with the through-hole; a bearing disposed in the bore of the upper body such that the upper body and the slide device are mutually rotatable, and a frame, on which a ball is placed, disposed on the surface of the upper body. A user may sit on the ball, press the ball, or lean on the ball and make fixed-point rotation to enhance enjoyment of playing.

Abstract: The present invention provides a back exercise machine, which includes a support frame, a footrest, a protrusion device, and a grasping device. The support frame is disposed with a main post thereon. The footrest is mounted on a front end of the support frame. The protrusion device, which is composed of at least two struts pivotally interconnected with one another, is pivotally connected with the main post of the support frame for rendering a raising action and is installed with at least one elastic member between the struts for resiliently self-rebounding. The grasping device is mounted on the protrusion device for the user's two hands holding. In operation, the back exercise can raise the user's back to completely stretch the user's back extensor muscles so as to get rid of weariness by means of the protrusion device's struts pivoting with one another.

Abstract: An angle-adjustable exerciser comprises a base, an adjustment disk set and a support plate. The base attaches to a spherical cast piece on top and a plate with large surface at bottom. At the periphery of the spherical cast piece, there is an adjustment disk set composed of the first disk, the second disk and a few screws. At center of the first and second disks, there are holes for the disks to install at the periphery of the cast piece. At the corresponding position, there are several through holes at the first and second disks, so the disks can be connected by at least two positioning screws. The distance between the disks is maintained by positioning screws. Another through hole is for an adjustable screw to tighten or loosen the disks. This is also to adjust the declined angle for the adjustment disk set on the spherical cast piece.

Abstract: An inflatable elastic exercising device includes a deflatable collapsible elastic body and a base seat composed of assembled outer frames and reinforcing boards. The elastic body is formed with a fixing flange. The thickness of the fixing flange plus the thickness of the reinforcing board is just the height of a restricting channel of the outer frame, so that the reinforcing boards and the elastic body can be firmly fixed and enclosed by the outer frames. A user can stably and safely stand on it for doing balance exercise. After the elastic body is deflated and collapsed and the reinforcing boards and the outer frames are disassembled and stacked, it can be stored in a narrow space and conveniently transported.

Abstract: An exerciser has a base, a rocking frame and a back pad. The rocking frame is pivotally attached to the top of the base and adapted for a user rocking the rocking frame relative to the base. The back pad is mounted on the rocking frame and adapted for the user to lay on the back pad. With such an exerciser, the user not only can train the abdominal muscles of user, but also can swing, twist or expand his or her body.

Abstract: An exercise footboard structure includes a base, a lower support seat, an upper support seat, and a plank. The lower support seat is adjustably mounted on a cylindrical pillar of the base. The upper support seat is mounted on the lower support seat in conjunction with a plurality of elastic pieces which are fastened between the lower support seat and the upper support seat. The plank is mounted on the upper support seat such that the plank can be caused by an external force to tilt or swivel back and forth.

Abstract: An exerciser has a base and a rocking plate. The rocking plate is rotatably attached to the base with a ball joint. Consequently, a user can swing or twist body, rotate ankles and develop feet muscles when the user steps on the rocking plate to keep balance. The exerciser can exercise the lower part of the body of a user. This exerciser is more versatile than the prior art.

Abstract: A tiltable twisting exerciser includes a base and a cover. The base has a top surface and a bottom surface. There are several fixing recesses disposed on the top surface. A rotatable disk is pivotally disposed the bottom surface. This cover is hinged on a first hinge portion of the base. This cover has an outer surface and an inner surface. A supporting portion is hinged on a second hinge portion which is fixed on the inner surface such that it can rotate out to a desired position. So, the user can do the twisting exercise on a sloped surface. The sloped surface is adjustable. And, it can be easily switch to one of the four operation modes.

Abstract: A twister structure is formed with an upper disc and a lower disc combined together, the upper disc having a recess for an inductive coil to seat therein and the inductive coil is secured by a fixture plate, the inductive coil being connected with a number of feet of lighting devices which have their lighting parts extending out of transparent holes and exposing outwardly from said upper disc to emit light, a magnetic ring being sleeved onto a shaft on the lower disc, a bearing ring with bearings is placed in the upper and the lower discs when the two discs are enclosed. The magnetic ring will be wrapped by the inductive coil, thus when a user steps on the twister and swings his/her body, the upper disc will slide with the rolling of the bearings with respect to the lower disc, and the inductive coil spins with respect to the magnetic ring to generate electric power which is then supplied to lighting devices to activate lighting system.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus including a platform, attached to a resilient member, which can rotate, twist, and tilt in every angle while also providing a resistance force to all degrees of movement. The resilient member is also attached to a base, such that strength, agility and balance can be trained while also providing a cardiovascular workout. The platform may be modified by the addition of an elastomeric material over its surface to provide additional traction or padding. The platform may also have notches placed around its perimeter, through which resistance tubing or rope may be placed, such that upper body resistance motion may be integrated into the exercise apparatus. Furthermore, support members may be disposed under both the platform and base for additional support and rigidity. The base may also be in the form of legs extending out from a central portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sport apparatus intended for training, wherein said apparatus comprises a base plate (1) preferably in the shape of a disc as well as rocking skids (4) provided on one side of the base plate. A standing plate (100) is mounted so as to be capable of rotation to the base plate (1) so that a rotation movement can be superimposed to the rocking movement thanks to said standing plate (100).

Abstract: A rotary step exerciser includes a base having an upright support, a rotary rack pivoted to the upright support, a driving shaft pivoted to the rotary rack, two pedals coupled to the driving shaft through one-way bearings, a rocker pivoted to the rotary rack and coupled between the pedals, and means coupled between the driving shaft and the upright shaft for enabling the rotary rack to be turned about the upright shaft when pedaling the pedals.

Abstract: An inflatable device can be used for physical therapy, conditioning or training. The device has a support platform and a flexible member. The flexible member is attached or affixed to, and has a bowl-shaped distention projecting from one side of, the platform. This flexible member is inflatable to a pressure for supporting a person. The device is inflated in order to support at least some of the weight of a person by compressing the inflatable device at or adjacent to its center. When the person wishes to later change the characteristics of the device, the pressure in the inflatable device can be changed to change its stability.

Abstract: The invention concerns an apparatus for restoring the balance of the human body, consisting essentially of a platform (2) for supporting the subject to be treated and capable of being actuated with an oscillating movement. The invention is characterized in that said platform is power-driven and receives its oscillating movement about a central support axis (6), movement associated with a rotational reciprocating movement, the amplitude and the speed of both the oscillation and the rotation being adjustable and capable of being varied while the apparatus is being used.

Abstract: A balancing device has a base and an inflatable flexible portion wherein the center of the inflatable portion is higher than the edges. The device is used by placing the base on the floor and standing and moving on the bladder.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus including a platform, attached to a resilient member, which can rotate, twist, and tilt in every angle while also providing a resistance force to all degrees of movement. The resilient member is also attached to a base, such that strength, agility and balance can be trained while also providing a cardiovascular workout. The platform may be modified by the addition of an elastomeric material over its surface to provide additional traction or padding. The platform may also have notches placed around its perimeter, through which resistance tubing or rope may be placed, such that upper body resistance motion may be integrated into the exercise apparatus. Furthermore, support members may be disposed under both the platform and base for additional support and rigidity. The base may also be in the form of legs extending out from a central portion.

Abstract: A recreational balancing apparatus comprises a frame defining a horizontal opening therein, and a balancing board mounted on a joint assembly in a manner which allows the balancing board to tilt in every direction, and be capable of 360° rotation. The apparatus further comprises an upstanding support post, the post being secured to a lower portion of the joint assembly, and a lower portion of the support post passes downwardly through the frame opening. Support legs are secured to the frame, and a collar, having an opening therein, is provided. A first set of high tension springs connects the collar to the frame, the springs each being connected to a periphery of the collar and an inside portion of the frame, so that the collar is supported centrally within the horizontal frame opening, to provide a stable center for the support post to slide through, and achieve limited tiltable movement in a radial axis about a center of rotation positioned in the center of the collar.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus to strengthen the abdominal and oblique muscles in a relaxed state by kneeling and twisting the lower torso. An embodiment configured according to principles of the invention includes a height-adjustable, contoured knee rest rotatingly mounted on a base. Handles extend from the base to where a user may comfortably grasp the handles while kneeling on the knee rest. The user exercises with the present exercise apparatus by urging the user's lower torso to rotate the knee rest. Rotation may be resisted by increasing the inertia of the knee rest with weights suspended from weight arms connected to the knee rest.

Abstract: Multi-functional practice and training apparatus for use by skateboarders, skaters, bicyclists and the like. According to a preferred embodiment, the system comprises the combination of a board with a fulcrum member that are operative to assume at least three practice modes, namely: 1) a ramp mode whereby the fulcrum is placed at one end of the board and creates an upward slope for use in riding or jumping over objects; 2) a seesaw mode whereby the board is pivotally mounted upon the fulcrum and provides a platform surface upon which the user can rock back and forth while standing or riding thereon; and 3) a rigid rail structure whereby the fulcrum defines a rail for use in “grinding.

Abstract: An exercise device for developing and improving balance and coordination, as well as facilitating the practice of rotational movement. The device comprises a stationary base member positionable upon a planar surface having a first platform surface formed thereon. The first platform surface is free to rotate about a first axis. Formed upon the first platform surface are second and third platform surfaces, each being rotatably mounted thereupon and free to rotate about dedicated axes. Both these second and third platform surfaces are adapted to receive a one of a pair of feet to enable a user to stand upon the device. In use, the user is subjected to a gyroscopic effect insofar as the user is subjected to the simultaneous rotational movement of the first, second and third platform surfaces. The device may further optionally include handle members extending across the device and a cushion member interposed between the base and the first platform surface to impart a rocking motion.

Abstract: A method for improving balance and coordination associated with the performance of a sport motion. The method comprises the initial step of providing a training apparatus, the latter comprising a stationary base member having first and second platforms rotationally mounted. The first and second are adapted to receive, respectively, a foot of an individual to enable the individual to stand thereon such that each foot can rotate independently about a separate axis. While standing upon the device, an individual may perform a variety of movements, such as a tennis stroke, golf swing, and the like, and, by virtue of imparting rotational movement to the feet, enable an individual to optimally perform proper rotational movements. The training method maybe incorporated into a sports instruction regimen applicable to a wide-variety of sports, including skiing, surfing, and martial arts, as well as many activities, in addition to tennis, golf and baseball.

Abstract: A rotatable pedestal for allowing single riders such as a child to use their body weight to cause a rotatable disc seat to rotate over a sloped surface on a support stand. Springs within the stand cause the seat to rotate in an erratic and jumpy manner while the seat goes from a horizontal position to tilted positions of up to approximately 20 degrees and back to a horizontal positions. The pedestal is small enough and light enough to be portable and strong enough for most children up to the age of approximately 12 years old.

Abstract: An inflatable device can be used for physical therapy, conditioning or training. The device has a support platform and a flexible member. The flexible member is affixed to, and has a bowl-shaped distention projecting from, one side of the platform. This flexible member is inflatable to a pressure for supporting a person. The device is inflated before placing at least some of the weight of a person on the device. When the person wishes to later change the characteristics of the device, the pressure in the inflatable device can be changed to change its stability.

Abstract: A torsion board comprising a platform for supporting a user, a ground contacting member for maintaining the torsion board generally in a fixed position and orientation with respect to a ground surface and a resilient interconnecting member mounted between the ground contacting member and the platform to permit pivoting of the platform about first, second and third orthogonal axes, said first axis being generally coincident with a gravitational axis along which gravitational forces act upon said user.

Abstract: A sky diving training device for training a student to assume the correct position for free fall. The device has a platform mounted on a swivel. The student lies face down on the platform with his shoulders on a steering bar. When the student diver allows one shoulder to drop, the device begins rotating in a predetermined direction. When the student corrects his shoulder position, the device stops rotating, however if the student over corrects the shoulders, the device begins rotating in the opposite direction. The rotation simulates what happens in a free fall if the diver allows one shoulder to drop even slightly.

Abstract: A rotatable and pivotal exercise system for performing weight resistant training exercises comprising a support platform having a base and an integrated support structure for adding structural strength, integrity and stability to said support platform, a pair of pivotally attached resistance arms and a pivotal support device pivotally engaged with a pivot support base attached to said support platform for pivotally supporting an exerciser. The pivotal support device and system may be adapted to accommodate an exerciser performing weight resistant training in either sitting, standing or bench supported positions.

Abstract: A body contouring device comprising a base seat, a powered disc, a protective board, a pedal seat and a plurality of steel balls is disclosed. The lower section of the base seat is provided with a plurality of spaced apart supportive board evenly distributed below the base seat. One end of the lower section of the base seat is provided with a motor holding seat having a motor. Further a recess is provided at the upper section of the base seat and is used for the connection with the protruded top at the lower section of the powered disc. The lower section of the powered disc is provided with an external rail connected to the recessed rail at the upper section of the base seat. The top section of the pedal seat is provided with a plurality of protrusions arranged in a shape of the sole.

Abstract: A twisting exercise apparatus is provided which enables the user to exercise both upper and lower body muscle groups. The apparatus includes a frame means, with a hand engagement means, a seat support means, and a power transfer means are all pivotally mounted to the frame means. The user may alternately push and pull backward and forward upon two handle members of the hand engagement means. This motion is transferred by a power transfer means into twisting or pivoting motion of a seat of the seat support means. Also, pivoting movement of the seat will produce alternating backward and forward movement of the handle members. Optional items include a back support means, inner and outer thigh engagement means, and a resistance means.

Abstract: A device and method is shown for invoking a muscle's natural involuntary, reflexive response or stretch reflex by imparting a sudden increase in load on the muscle over a defined period of time from a predetermined base load at which the muscle has assumed a baseline tonus, and over a predetermined amplitude of motion. The muscle is stimulated by cycling the load with a frequency of between 1 and 60 Hz, or more preferably between 10 and 30 Hz, and an amplitude of displacement of the muscle between 2 and 50 mm, or more preferably between 5 and 10 mm. The force input to the muscle can be provided by either the mass of the body to which the muscle is connected or by an external mass or resistance to motion. A seesaw platform can be oscillated in a vertical direction at the correct frequency and amplitude. Alternatively, a surface adapted to be fixed to a portion of the body can be oscillated relative to an external mass or other element that resists motion due to gravitational, frictional or inertial forces.

Abstract: The invention provides a swing training machine comprising a circular stand of a rotary motion type, a motion arm of an outer circumference rotary type which rotates inversely to the said circular stand, a wire-length setting apparatus mounted on a part of the said arm of an outer circumference rotary type, wire and a handle part. The swing training machine is used for practicing swing motion of golf, throw events, racket sports etc. easily and safely and to strengthening and increasing the flexibility of muscles of arms, shoulders, the body and legs involved in the actual motion of each event.

Abstract: A new and improved exercise and therapy device and method of making same is provided. The present invention relates to a device which enables a selective therapeutic exercise regimen by providing a tensioning mechanism attached to a horizontally and vertically rotatable platform, provided with a safety hand rail to aid in maintaining balance and a vertical posture for the operator. The dish-shaped platform will react to changes in the operator's weight shifts and center of gravity placed upon it. When this novel multi-rotational aspect of the platform responds to subtle changes in the operator's center of gravity, movement of the dish-shaped platform will occur. These changes trigger muscular contractions around the joints of the operator responding to the rotation of the platform while the tensioning mechanism allows for selective resistance to the free movement of the platform enabling exercise and therapy routines for various muscle groups.

Abstract: An exercise device includes a mat rotating device provided on the upper end of a base frame constituting a skeleton of the exercise device and adapted to rotate a mat frame rotatably mounted on the base frame through a desired angle when it is energized by electric power externally applied thereto, and a foot holder moving device provided on an extension member extending longitudinally from the mat frame and adapted to move foot holders when it is energized by electric power externally applied thereto. By the foot holder moving device, the foot holders move between an ankle holding position where the foot holders are positioned near support bars mounted to the extension member, respectively, to hold the ankle portions of the user therebetween and a release position where the foot holders are spaced away from the support bars, respectively, to allow the ankle portions of the user to be released.

Abstract: A therapeutic apparatus is provided including a base having a bottom plate and a plurality of top plates. A top surface of the bottom plate is equipped with a plurality of recessed channels formed therein. The plurality of top plates are mounted to the top surface of the bottom plate. A rotating foot mount is provided. A carriage assembly is mounted to a bottom end of a cylindrical post of the rotating foot mount. The housing of the carriage assembly is slidably situated within one of the recessed channels of the base. A spherical ball of the carriage assembly is rollable within the recessed channels. The cylindrical post of the rotating foot mount extends upwardly above the base. The rotating foot mount is slidable along the recessed channels of the base. A plurality of stopper assemblies are each situated at an intersection of the recessed channels. A shaft of each of the stopper assemblies is movable to a raised orientation for blocking the corresponding recessed channel.

Abstract: A balance board having a deck and a pair of parallel spaced rails supported on the deck. An underlying roller is rotatably mounted to a carriage having a pair of spaced wheel assemblies which rollingly engage respective ones of the rails. The roller engages the underside of the deck when the wheel assemblies engage the rails, and may be tapered to allow multi-directional use of the board.

Abstract: A climber includes a driven bar revolvably supported in an upright support frame on a base frame and turned back and forth when two pedal bars are alternatively stepped up and down, a swivel holder revolvably supported on the driven bar and spaced between the upright support frame and a control block at the top of the driven bar to hold a handlebar unit, and an adjustment bar mounted in the swivel holder and moved between a first position where the swivel holder is turned with the driven bar, a second position where the swivel holder can be freely turned about the driven bar, and a third position where the swivel holder is fixed to the upright support frame.

Abstract: An exerciser includes a post having a lower portion rotatably secured to a base. Two bevel gears are secured to the post and the base and are engaged with each other. A pair of foot supports are pivotally supported on the base and are coupled to the bevel gear secured on the base by two cables, such that the foot supports may rotate the post via the bevel gears, and such that the user may twist his body while stepping with the foot supports. The cables may be secured to the bevel gear via a bar which is secured to the bevel gear.

Abstract: An exerciser includes a post having a lower portion rotatably secured to a base. Two pulleys are rotatably supported on the base. Two foot supports are pivotally supported on the base and are coupled to the post by one or two cables which are engaged over the pulleys and the post, such that the foot supports may rotate the post via the pulleys and the cables and such that the user may twist his body while stepping with the foot supports. Two actuators are coupled to the foot supports for applying the resistive force against the foot supports.