Abstract: Present embodiments relate to assemblies for and methods of manufacturing laminate foam mattresses including, but not limited to, cushions and other mattress. More specifically, the embodiments pertain to, without limitation, a glue bridge assembly used to form laminate mattresses and the methods of using the glue bridge assembly.

Abstract: In an elliptical step exercise apparatus where stride length can be varied the various user programs can take advantage of this feature to provide for an enhanced workout. A control system can be used to implement a preprogrammed exercise routine such as a hill program where stride is shortened as the user goes up a simulated hill and lengthened as the user goes down the hill. In an interval training program, stride length can be increased and decreased at periodic intervals. In a cross training program, stride length can be decreased when the user is pedaling backwards and increased when the user is pedaling forwards.