Abstract: A ski exercise machine is provided. The machine includes side-by-side, wheeled foot skate assemblies positioned on three tracks, a center track and two outer tracks. Movable arm poles are operably connected to the center track and extend generally upwardly and outwardly from between the skate assemblies. The foot skates are attached to an adjustable resistance belt system and the arm poles are rotated about an adjustable resistance system. The ski exercise machine is ergonomically designed for aesthetic appearance as well as function and utility in exercising.

Abstract: A passive hand exercise device having first and second handles. The handles are opposed to one another and positioned to be engaged simultaneously by a hand to be exercised, which compresses and expands the handles against a passive resistance force applied against movement of the first handle relative to the second.

Abstract: A multipurpose exercise apparatus may be assembled into a plurality of configurations and positioned in a plurality of orientations to perform a variety of exercises, including cross-country-skiing-type exercises and rowing-type exercises.