Abstract: A versatile physical therapy apparatus is disclosed. Beneficially, the apparatus, when mounted, is adapted to be supported by an end of a bed, and includes an angularly positionable guide wheel for variation in exercise and in the muscles exercised.

Abstract: An angle-adjustable rowing exerciser, which includes a wheeled base frame, a fixed mattress and a pivoted mattress supported on the base frame, a transverse frame bar pivotally mounted on the base frame at the bottom, two handlebars respectively adjustably connected to two adjustable ratchet connectors at the ends of the transverse frame bar for turning by hand to rotate the transverse frame bar, and two actuating bars perpendicularly and fixedly connected to the transverse frame bar and forced to tilt the base frame or the movable mattress up and down upon turning of the handlebars.

Abstract: In an exercise apparatus a rigid frame includes upper and lower back supports pivotally connected in axial alignment. Upper and lower back support pads are mounted on the rigid frame for supporting a user in a reclined position with the weight of the user providing resistance to the exercises. Leverage arms are mounted at the head end of the upper back support. The leverage arms extend above the rigid frame such that the free ends thereof may be grasped by the user while performing abdominal exercises. The lower back support includes handles extending outwardly from the foot end thereof for grasping by the user while performing glute exercises. A thigh pad is mounted on the upper end of a lever arm pivotally attached to the foot end of the lower back support. Upon pushing the thigh pad by the user, the foot end of the rigid frame is raised along with the body of the user. Abdominal curls or crunching exercises are performed by grasping the leverage arms and pulling up the upper back support.

Abstract: A stretching and exercise apparatus (10) includes a pair of parallel legs (11a, 11b) having first ends and second ends. The first ends of the legs define arcuate rocker portions (12a, 12b) having straight distal ends (22a, 22b). A top crosspiece (16) is secured transversely across the legs is attached. The apparatus further includes a pair of handgrips (20a, 20b) that extend generally perpendicularly from the legs pointing in the same direction as the straight distal ends. Optionally, a lower crosspiece (18) may be provided across the legs in parallel with the top crosspiece. Preferably, the top crosspiece is pivotally attached to the legs for selective angular adjustment, and the handgrips and the lower crosspiece are slidably attached to the legs for selective longitudinal positioning. The axis of rotation of the rocker portions closely coincides with the pivot axis of a person's hip joint. The apparatus is used to provide support, control, and leverage during various stretching exercises.

Abstract: An exerciser includes a shaft and an axle rotatably secured on a base and engaged with each other by gears. A seat is secured to the shaft and rotatable relative to the base about the shaft. A handle is rotatably secured to the axle at a pivot pole for allowing the handle to rotate relative to the base about the axle and to rotate relative to the axle about the pivot pole. A rod is further rotatably secured to the base. The handle may be selectively secured to the axle or the rod for changing the rotational movement of the handle relative to the seat.

Abstract: An exercise system is provided comprising a rocking chair and a footstool. The rocking chair comprises a seat, a back support, a base, and one or more rockers for producing a rocking or lilting motion. Rocking resistance is provided for requiring that an additional force be applied to the rocking chair to maintain a rocking motion. The footstool comprises a foot rest positionable relative to the rocking chair such that the feet of a user are supported on a foot support surface of the foot rest when the user is seated upon the rocking chair. The height and angle of the foot rest are adjustable. A method for selectively exercising specific muscle groups in a user's legs with the exercise system is also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is a portable apparatus for providing lumbar traction in the home or while traveling which is used in conjunction with a door or gate. The apparatus includes an anchoring device which fits over the top of an ordinary door. The anchor is connected to an adjustable support strap which is attached to a junction box. An adjustable rope passing over a pulley in the junction box is provided with a grip at one end, and a pelvic traction belt at the other end. A locking mechanism is provided on the junction box to set the adjustable rope attached to the traction belt in a desired position. The device is attached over a door, and the user puts on the traction belt and lies down on the floor with knees bent, the soles of both feet flat against the door. By pulling the grip of the rope, the traction belt can be raised to a desired position for traction, and then locked in place. After an appropriate period of traction, the user disengages the lock, and lowers the traction belt.

Abstract: A bridge flex machine includes a base composed of a first rod, a second rod and two transverse rods mounted between the first and second rods, a triangular block mounted on the base and located to the first rod, a U-shaped member slantingly inserted into the triangular member and fixedly mounted thereon by a bolt, an oscillating rod pivotally connected with upper ends of the U-shaped member, a rectangular frame arranged on the oscillating rod, a vertical rod with a U-shaped cross section vertically mounted on an intermediate portion of the base, a T-shaped rod vertically inserted in the vertical rod, a U-shaped rod mounted on the base, a rectangular rack pivotally mounted on two ends of the U-shaped rod, and a foldable rod having an end pivotally connected to a bottom of the rectangular rack and another end pivotally connected to an end of the oscillating rod, whereby one may use the machine to release pains and aches in the back and waist.

Abstract: A portable stretching apparatus can be deployed in a manner that allows one limb of a user to be restrained on a base unit supporting the user's body while another limb is stretched by pulling a cable at one end to move the other limb attached at the other end of the cable. A cable handling device is arranged so that it can be moved at any position across the width of the stretching device. A measuring device allows a user to measure the relative extent of a stretching exercise.

Abstract: An exercise assembly includes a substantially rectangular housing having planar front and rear surfaces with top, bottom, and two opposing side edges. Extending from the top edge is an extendable cord having a hook member at a distal end for securing the device to a door knob. The bottom edge has a pair of slots each having an axle mounted pulley received therein. A rope or cable is wrapped about each pulley which may be moved back and forth thereon. A digital electronic display means is disposed on the front surface and is in communication with a counting means for manipulating the output with each predetermined number of revolutions of a select pulley. The device also includes an alternative attachment means for securing the housing to non-conventional door knobs and similar support structures.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus which comprises a track, a track carriage slidably disposed on the track, and a resistance system for providing unidirectional, selectively variable resistance to the track carriage. The track carriage is capable of sliding along the track in a first direction when a force is applied to the track carriage sufficient to overcome the resistance force of the resistance system, and whereby the track carriage is capable of sliding along the track in a direction opposite to the first direction when the applied force is diminished.

Abstract: body exerciser including a frame base having front and rear support rods adapted to support the exerciser on the floor and a long foldable or retractable stem between the support rods; a link having a lower end pivotally connected to the stem near the rear support rod and an upper end provided with a pad; a slide seat pivotally mounted on the stem at a suitable position and having a handgrip unit disposed thereon; a drag bar having one end pivotally connected to the upper end of the link with the other end pivotally connected to the slide seat; and elastic bands or springs connecting the drag bar and the link as well as the stem. In use, the user may stand on a step pad at the rear support rod with his/her abdomen pressing against the pad on the link and both hands holding the handgrip unit while exerting forces using the abdomen and hips, combined with the of his/her body, to cause the link to incline forwardly to thereby push the slide seat forwardly.

Abstract: A combination slant board and abdominal rocker includes a slant board which comprises a rigid body support elevated at one end to incline the body support. The abdominal rocker has a frame with a base section pivotally mounted adjacent to the body support and a grip section spaced from the base section. A neck rest is mounted to the frame between the base section and the grip section. The grip section and the neck rest are located above the body support.

Abstract: An exercise device is provided including a head, neck and thoracic supporting member spaced apart from a force receiving or hand grip member. A connecting member extends at a pre-selected angle between the head, neck and thoracic supporting member and the hand grip member. The connecting member includes at least one pivot for cooperating with a portion of a user to provide leveraging of the head, neck and thoracic supporting member via the hand grip member.

Abstract: This is a stationary exercise apparatus capable of more accurately representing body motion associated with walking and running. The apparatus includes an inertia system which enables the apparatus to accelerate each reciprocating pedal up to a predetermined velocity. In this manner, the exercise workout is more natural since the user only has to expend energy normally associated with walking or running and not the operation of the apparatus.

Abstract: The present invention provides an exercise apparatus which utilizes gravity to create a gentle tension upon the lower back. This gentle tension is used in combination with stretching and toning exercises to strengthen and rehabilitate the lower back. The present invention further provides an attached vibratory device attached to the exercise apparatus. The attached vibratory device is used in conjunction with lower back exercises and stimulates the muscle tissue and blood circulation. The apparatus of the present invention comprise the primary structures: a body support structure, a leg support structure and a base connected to both the body support structure and the leg support structure. The apparatus of the present invention further provides for a multitude of different positions in which the therapeutic stretches and exercises may be performed.

Abstract: An exercise device is provided as a set of inner rails pivotally connected to a slide bar adjustably supported by a vertical support member and a set of outer rails pivotally connected to the set of inner rails at a rail pivot point with a strut pivotally connected to the vertical support member and the rail pivot point. A user support platform is rollable along the inner and outer rails when the inner and outer rails are extended from the vertical support member. Pulley means are connected to the vertical support member and a connector means extends through the pulley means to the user support platform allowing an exerciser positioned on the user support platform to propel the exerciser along the inner and outer rails. The exercise device may include a foot rest at one end of the outer rails allowing for additional exercising. The exercise device may also include a foot harness attached to the connector means to allow for additional exercise use.

Abstract: An exercise device is provided which rockingly interfaces with a support surface for performing a number of exercises and particularly is directed to performing reverse crunches. The exercise device includes a light easily foldable frame having a pair of laterally spaced curved rails movable by the action of the user's thighs when the user is positioned in a supine position on a support surface between the curved rails. The exercise device includes arcuate and rocker members which may be rotatably folded to provide a low volume storage mechanism space.

Abstract: A body exerciser, which can perform boat rowing action exercise and bench pressing exercise, includes a pair of handles which are free to rotate from 0 to 360 degrees and rotatably connected at two corresponding sides of the base frame. When the handles are turning, a pair of draw bars which are connected to the handles would also be simultaneously displaced. Thus, the user sitting on a cushion would experience an up and down repeated motion. Furthermore, the moment of the force between the two draw bars and the handles can be adjusted according to the ability of the user, so that the user can get a complete workout from the body exerciser of the present invention.

Abstract: A total body exercise machine including a frame member. An adjustable seat portion is adjustably coupled with the frame member. An adjustable hand and foot exercise component is pivotally disposed with respect to the frame member intermediate forward and rearward ends thereof. The exercise component includes an adjustable sleeve. The adjustable sleeve has an open upper end and an open lower end. The exercise component includes an adjustable hand lever coupled with respect to the open upper end of the adjustable sleeve. The exercise component includes an adjustable foot lever coupled with respect to the open lower end of the adjustable sleeve. A plurality of forward shocks are secured between the forward end of the frame member and the hand and foot exercise component. A plurality of rearward shocks are secured between the rearward end of the frame member and the hand and foot exercise component.

Abstract: An exerciser includes a foot support secured in front of a base. A lever has a lower portion pivotally coupled to the base and has a bracket and a seat cushion pivotally secured on tops for allowing the seat cushion to be moved upward and downward. A tube is secured to the bracket for supporting one or more pulleys. The base has one or more pulleys secured to the front and the rear portions. One or more resilient members are engaged with the pulleys. A handle may be secured to the resilient member for conducting pulling exercises. The tube and the may be moved upward and downward in concert with the seat cushion.

Abstract: A lightweight and portable exercise device has a base frame that folds quickly and easily between a highly compact stored configuration and a deployed configuration ready for use. The exercise device include a compact support platform connected by pivot links to the base frame, and a pivoting lift bar is coupled to the base frame and will bear against the support platform to permit lifting of the support platform as the pivot links pivot with a variably selected mechanical moment arm. In use, a person stands on the support platform and lifts his or her own weight by pulling upwardly on an outer end of the lift bar. The lift force required for a given weight on the support platform is controlled by the selected lift bar moment arm. Lift straps connected to the lift bar include easily grasped handles that are adjustable in length to accommodate persons of different size and further to permit the device to be used for different exercise routines.

Abstract: The upper body exerciser assists the user in the performance of sit-up exercises. An inclining and reclining backrest is pivotally attached to a frame. An independent backrest support is pivotally attached to the frame behind the backrest. A pair of handles are operatively connected to the backrest support by a cable and pulley system. A pair of torsion springs are connected to the backrest support so as to operatively engage the backrest. The user pulls down on the handles to move the backrest support to lift the backrest through a first portion of a sit-up exercise. The torsion springs then propel the backrest forward to assist the user in completing the exercise.

Abstract: A combination slant board and abdominal rocker includes a slant board which comprises a rigid body support elevated at one end to incline the body support. The abdominal rocker has a frame with a base section pivotally mounted adjacent to the body support and a grip section spaced from the base section. A neck rest is mounted to the frame between the base section and the grip section. The grip section and the neck rest are located above the body support.

Abstract: A multipurpose exercising apparatus which includes bench pivoted to an upright of a base frame, a support frame raised from the base frame, the support frame having a downwardly extended oscillating bar, a cross bar intersected with the oscillating bar, two smoothly arched actuating bars pivoted to the oscillating bar at two opposite sides, and two guard plates respectively fastened to the actuating bars at an outer side, each guard plate having a smoothly curved sliding slot which receives the cross bar on the oscillating bar, and a driving handle unit connected to two opposite ends of the cross bar for turning by hand to oscillate the oscillating bar, causing the smoothly arched actuating bars to lift and lower the free end of the bench.

Abstract: Glider exercise machines now popular as aerobic exercising devices engaging muscle groups of both the upper and lower body are improved to provide anaerobic exercise, and aerobic workouts for users in excellent physical condition. Apparatus designed to provide more than the leveraged body weight of a user may include deadweights attached below the seat of a user. In certain embodiments, a glider may have a mechanical resistor positioned between the beam supporting the seat, and the lever lifting the beam away from the frame in response to actuation by a user pulling on handlebars and stepping on pedals. Resistors may also be connected between parts of the moveable assembly. Resistors may include hydraulic dashpots, springs, elastic straps, gas cylinders, and the like, secured between a stationary frame and a selected part of a moveable assembly, such as, for example, the beam supporting the seat or saddle, the lever lifting the seat, or the lever attached to the handlebar.

Abstract: A perineal-discomfort relieving apparatus having a base member with a gripping member and a foot support member attached thereto, a slidable seat assembly on a seat support member, and a stimulating means, adjacent to the seat assembly and the seat support member. The stimulating means is configured of two opposing, off-set rows of alternating ribs and valleys and a set of rollers communicating therewith to permit a sliding movement of the seat assembly along the seat support member, wherein as a user sits on the seat assembly and slides it back and forth across the seat support member, the seat assembly contacts the ribs and valleys to create a vibrating and rocking motion adapted to relieve discomfort in the perineal region of a user.

Abstract: A novel abdominal exercise machine is provided which is adaptable for a variety of strength exercises utilizing at least some of the weight of a user for resistance. The exercise machine includes a first frame having laterally spaced and parallel side arms adapted for at least partially receiving a user in a supine position therebetween for abdominal exercise. A second frame is pivotally attached to one side of the first frame and includes a support member for at least partially supporting a user's weight thereon during utilization of the exercise machine. When utilized for abdominal exercise, the support member can support a user's head thereon. When utilized for a variety of strength exercises, the support member can support at least some or all of the weight of a user thereon wherein the user can stand, sit, or kneel on the support member. The amount of resistance encountered during strength exercises can be selectively adjusted.

Abstract: An exercise machine comprises a base, a abdomen-building mechanism and a leg-building mechanism. The abdomen-building mechanism is fastened pivotally with a slide rail frame of the base and is provided with two pull arms and a backrest pad capable of moving in relation to the slide rail frame. The leg-building mechanism is fastened pivotally with a main support rod and is provided with a first leg rod, a second leg rod, and a plurality of connection rods for connecting the leg-building mechanism with the abdomen-building mechanism. As abdomen-building mechanism is rotated upwards by the traction force of the hips and the abdomen of an exerciser, the leg-building mechanism is actuated to provided the exerciser with the leg-building exercise. The neck and the back of the exerciser are well supported by the bulged portion of the backrest pad of the abdomen-building mechanism when the exerciser is engaged in the exercise.

Abstract: A collapsible exercise device having three U-shaped frame members pivotally connected at one pivot point, and each frame member being connected between free swingable portions by straps. A foot shaft is pivotally connected to a base frame member, and is also connected by a strap to the swingable portion of a middle frame member. A user positions himself on a floor or level surface within the apparatus, using his legs to depress the foot shaft, and creating tension on the straps, which pivots the frame members at the pivot point, thus lifting the head and torso therewith. The user exercises by alternatively depressing the foot shaft to lift up the head and torso into an engaged position, and then releasing pressure on the foot shaft to return the head and torso to a rest position.

Abstract: Apparatus for exercising a user's abdominal muscles and/or back muscles. This exercise apparatus includes a dynamic means in the form of an upper frame which is pivotally attached to a lower form. With the use of the user's abdominal and/or back muscles, the dynamic means produces a forward folding movement and a return straightening movement. A framework means in the form of a vertical frame affixed to a horizontal frame which maintains the vertical frame in an upright position supports the dynamic means. This exercise apparatus also includes a resistance means for opposing the forward folding movement and/or the return straightening movement. Various resistant means include fly wheel-fan, electro-magnetic and weight stack.

Abstract: An abdomen fitness equipment including a front base frame unit carrying a cushion, a substantially U-shaped handle fixed to the front end of the front base frame unit for pulling, a rear base frame unit pivoted to the rear end of the front base frame unit, a movable frame unit pivoted to the front end of the rear base frame unit, and a movable leg frame unit pivoted to the rear end of the rear base frame unit, the movable leg frame unit having an adjustable extension rod equipped with a pulley, the pulley being moved along a longitudinal rod in the rear base frame unit when the movable leg frame unit is pulled with the legs to lift the movable frame unit.

Abstract: A riding-type exercise machine has a frame with a leg structure for supporting the machine on a support surface. A user support rotatably is connected to the frame and interconnected to rotatable lever structure by a bar for synchronized movement. A hydraulic cylinder is interconnected between the user support and the frame to resist movement of the user support and in turn the interconnected lever structure. The hydraulic cylinder is adjustable to vary the resistance to movement of the user support and the lever structure.

Abstract: A riding exerciser has a support member rotatably secured to a base at the front end of the base. Limb structure is also rotatably secured to the support member. The lower end of the limb structure has wheels which rotate on cams as the user operates between a first position and a second position. The machine may be reconfigured between a use configuration in which it may be operated between the first position and the second position and a forward configuration in which the handle and the support member are placed in general alignment with and proximate the base.

Abstract: A push/pull exercising apparatus includes a frame support comprised of a long Tee bar and a short T bar, a mounting support, a handle bar, a pull bar, a seat stay, a support bar, a front pedal mount and a rear pedal mount. The mounting support is pivotally connected to an extreme end of the long Tee bar. The end of the seat stay is pivotally disposed at the long Tee bar in front of a middle section thereof. The pull bar is pivotally disposed between the mounting support and the seat stay. The pedal mounts are respectively disposed at a front end of the seat stay and a bottom end of said mounting support. The handle bar is mounted on the mounting support and is provided with a pair of hand grips capable of being turned in different directions so that the user may push or pull the hand grips to perform push/pull exercises.

Abstract: A rocking exerciser having a pair of support feet, a rocking rod, a seat pad and a parallel linkage is provided. The rocking rod is provided with a handlebar and a back pad movably disposed thereon. One side of the seat pad is provided with a waist pad. The front portion is provided with a foot rest rod. When the rocking rod is driven forward or backward, a corresponding upward biasing movement to the seat is generated by the pertinent linking rods of the parallel linkage. Accordingly, bowing and stretching movements can be readily performed.

Abstract: An exercise device is movable between an operating position and a folded, storage position. The device includes rear support structure and front support structure pivotally coupled to the rear support structure so as to be movable between an operative position extending from the rear support structure and a folded position disposed alongside the rear support structure. A seat support structure having a seat thereon coupled to the rear support structure at a pivot location and is constructed and arranged to be moved in opposite directions about its pivot location so that the seat moves arcuately upwardly and downwardly with the seat support structure within a range of operative movements. Lever structure is pivotally coupled to the rear support structure. Foot supports are coupled to an end of the lever structure and a handlebar is coupled to an opposite end of the lever structure.

Abstract: An exercise device for use by an exerciser in exercising his back muscles includes a frame, waist support, leg stop, and weight carriage. The frame comprises a ground contacting base and front and rear frame members. The waist support is located on top of the front frame member and the leg stop is located on the bottom of the rear frame member. The weight carriage is rotatably mounted to the frame, and includes a carriage frame, weight supporting bars, and a handle. The carriage is movable between a first resting position in which it extends downwardly from the front frame member to a second extended position in which it extends generally horizontally out from the front frame member.

Abstract: Abdominal exercise apparatus wherein upper and lower body supports are provided and interconnected to coordinate upper and lower abdominal workouts. Resistance for the abdominal exercises may also be provided by the apparatus. Further, the interconnection between the upper and lower body supports may be selectively disconnected so that individual upper and lower abdominal exercises can be performed.

Abstract: An exercise device (10) has a handlebar (30) with handgrips (32) for gripping by a user (U). An adjustment plate member (26) is mounted for pivotal movement about a pivot (28) on a fixed support plate member (18). A seat (58) supports the weight of the user U to resist to the rotation of the adjustment plate (26). A generally horizontal exercise movement is performed by pulling on the handlebar (30) and simultaneously pushing on foot pedals (70) on a foot frame (68) secured to the adjustment plate member (26). The horizontal exercise movement shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 can be easily converted to a vertical exercise movement shown in FIG. 3 at the discretion of the user (U) by changing the motion exerted against the handlebar (30) by the user (U).

Abstract: A rowing machine including a base frame, a flat and elongated seat frame pivoted to the base frame, a sliding seat sliding on the seat frame, two handles pivoted to the base and provided with a respective hydraulic cylinder for providing resistance to rowing action, and two pedals supported on a substantially V-shaped rocker arm. The seat frame is movably supported by the substantially V-shaped rocker above the base frame. The seat frame has a front end pivoted to the front end of the base frame and a rear end connected to the rear end of the base frame by a hydraulic cylinder.

Abstract: Exercise equipment modified to provide improved mobility and convenient upright storage positioning. The exercise equipment has a restraint to immobilize a movable upper portion of the equipment relative to a stationary base component such that the equipment can be safely oriented in an upright position without sudden movement of the upper portion of the equipment. To facilitate grasping the apparatus, a new receptacle is created for the handlebar at the rear of the equipment such that the handlebar is detached from its in-use receptacle and mounted in a new receptacle parallel to the long axis. This new handlebar orientation also reduces the width of the apparatus, thus making it easier to move through doorways, and making it taller rather than wider when tipped forward to an upright position. Wheels are mounted on a bar parallel to the floor and perpendicular to the long axis of the apparatus. The wheels do not touch the ground unless the apparatus is tipped forward to an upright position.

Abstract: An exercise machine of the horse-type on which a user is seated and glides generally horizontally in a reciprocal motion. The present invention comprises a support frame, a seat assembly, a unitary handlebar/footrest assembly, and a glide assembly. The glide assembly is pivotally and operably linked to he seat assembly by a seat riser arm, which in turn is pivotally and operably linked to the handlebar/footrest assembly by a linkage bar. The frame includes generally a rear vertical support fixedly extending upwardly and perpendicularly from a rear base foot, a longitudinal rail assembly upon which the glide assembly reciprocally moves and further includes a front vertical support fixedly extending upwardly and perpendicularly from a front base foot.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for exercising a person's knee. The apparatus includes a base member that supports a person in a supine position. There are a pair of shoulder braces connected to and extending upwardly from the base member. Each shoulder brace engages a respective shoulder of the supported person. An elongate strap is interconnected to and extends between the shoulder braces. The strap extends across the back of the supported person's leg to hold the upper section of the leg, located generally above the knee, in an upright condition extending upwardly from the base member. The lower section of the leg, located generally below the knee, may be selectively lowered and raised relative to the upper section of the leg to stretch and strengthen the knee.

Abstract: The exercise bike includes a main frame, a handlebar, a driving wheel, a rotary wheel, a seat and a housing. The rotary wheel has a circular driving element eccentrically disposed at one side thereof. The driving element is provided with a driving arm and is secured in place by a positioning element. The driving arm has one end provided with a pivot hole. The seat has an elevating rod disposed below, which is mounted to the rear of the main frame by means of a tube such that the elevating rod may displace within the tube. Below the elevating rod are provided a spring and a stop rod for connecting with the pivot hole of the driving arm via a pivot element. The exercise bike utilizes the user's weight to act as an exercising load to provide resistance and enables the user to rise and fall rhythmically with the rotation of the bike.

Abstract: Disclosed is a foldable exerciser horse which has simple and collapsible structure. A user can use it as an exerciser bike while enjoys the fun of riding a horse.

Abstract: An exercise and stretching device has a line and a combination comprising a support positioned relative to the line to redirect the line from a first direction to a second direction. The line has a first location on one side of the support to secure a first human appendage and a second location on an other side of the support for manipulation by a different human appendage. A grip is positioned relative to the support to hold the line at a selected position relative to the support.

Abstract: A device for exercising a user's upper torso that utilizes a minimum of space. A wheeled housing is provided with a handle member providing an effective grip to a user who will lean his or her body's weight against the device is coupled to one or more of the wheels to display the amount of rotation of the wheels thereby giving an indication to a user of the amount of exercise undertaken. A reader of the movement of the device has an output connected to a counter/display that is resettable. The reader is mounted in a spring loaded cavity so that an effective outwardly force brings its ball member in contact with the surface.

Abstract: A riding exercise machine has a frame with a pull housing operable by a user on a seat. The pull housing is secured to a frame by a pin. Upon removal the riding machine can be folded. A push housing may also be incorporated into the machine.

Abstract: A lower-body exercise machine is provided having a frame, a carriage assembly pivotally attached to the frame and moveable in an upwardly and downwardly arcuate path about the frame, a support beam attached to and extending upwardly from the frame, and a platform pivotally attached to the frame and angling downwardly. A hookbar assembly is pivotally attached to the carriage assembly for releasably engaging the support beam to arrest the downward motion of the carriage assembly. The hookbar assembly comprises a hook bar rotatably attached to the carriage assembly, an elongated hook attached to and extending upwardly from the hook bar, and an elongated engagement handle attached to the hook bar. A rung is attached to the support beam. By moving the engagement handle upwardly, the hook bar rotates and pivots the hook towards the support beam to engage the rung and arrest the downward movement of the carriage assembly.