DE10139278A1 - Ergometric exercise method for a person's muscles and ergometer - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for ergometrically excercising the muscular system of a human being by means of an ergometer and to an ergometer for exercising selected muscles of a human being. The aim of the invention is to develop a method and an ergometer enabling large areas of the muscular system of a human body to be ergometrically exercised in a targeted and individual manner, resulting in an optimized, complex exercising of the entire muscular system of a human being. The inventive method is characterized in that the user undergoes individually adjustable, defined reproducible exercise on said ergometer. Said exercising is composed of a combination of forces from various adjustable resistances on crank-type apparatuses (3,4) for the hands and/or legs and includes variably adjustable angles of inclination of the training position of the user, in addition to effective gravitational components. The user is connected to the ergometer in such a way that his or her arms and legs are arranged in separate devices, whereby the arms and legs can be selectively exercised either together or individually. The ergometer can be adjusted in various directions of inclination at various individual angles of inclination. As a result, various selectable muscle areas of the user can be exercised in a complex individual manner, either standing, sitting down or in an inclined position.

Description

The invention relates to a method for ergometric Exercise on a person's muscles and an ergometer according to the preambles of claims 1 and 5.

In previous practice on therapy - but also in fitness-oriented and competitive sports areas - find bicycle ergometers or hand crank ergometers Commitment.

These training devices have a permanent place in the Diagnostics, d. H. in determining the individual Performance of a person and especially the cardiac Circulatory system.

Cardiovascular training is increasingly emerging stretch in therapeutic areas, but also in Recreational sports.

In the fitness area, the current trend is towards opti endurance performance. Therefore Large ergometer tracks were set up here, where many Practice and exercise people on a bike at the same time.  

The shortcoming of the exercise lies in the one-sided burden of the lower extremities.

With the help of new sports equipment, such as. B. the "moon walker" or the "horse-rider", certain deficits become here Situations diminished and a combination of movements realizable with large muscle groups.

The "Climber" system continues to be a possibility of simultaneous lifting movement of arms and legs (Heimgeräte-Nordic-Climber, Internet: www.fitness- concept.at/html/Heimgeräte-Nordic-Climber.htm).

However, all systems have one disadvantage. It always will only a certain number of muscles or muscle groups trained.

The object of the invention is a method and a To develop ergometers with which targeted and individual also large areas of a person's muscles stressed ergonomically and to an optimized, complex Stress on the entire musculature of a person can be.

This object is achieved by the features of Claims 1 and 5 solved.

The method according to the invention is thereby characterized records that the user on the ergometer one individually adjustable, defined and reproducible Exposure to a combination of Forces from different, adjustable resistances on crank mechanisms for the hands and / or legs and of variably adjustable inclination angles of the training position  of the user and the effective gravity components is formed.

After an expedient execution, the user is provided with the Ergometer so connected that its breathing and legs in separate devices are inserted and thus arms and legs loaded together or individually be, the ergometer in different inclinations directions and there in different angles of inclination is individually adjusted so that complex loads different selectable muscle areas of the user in the Standing, sitting, in variably inclined positions be created individually.

The ergometer according to the invention is characterized records that a carrier with one across to one its shaft attached to its longitudinal axis rotatably mounted foot is provided on the two mutually independent Crank mechanisms for the arms and legs are arranged, which like a bicycle network work and in their resistance to external forces are adjustable, the carrier with its Functional elements in its angle of inclination over the shaft is infinitely adjustable.

Advantageous embodiments of the invention are in the Subclaims presented.

The new ergometer according to the invention stops Exercise machine available, which by two separate Bottom bracket, the ergometric load on the arms and legs together or individually. By means of a Inclination adjustment via a motor, a spindle, one Cable pull or a gas spring can do the whole Training device adjusted to positive or negative position  become. This creates completely new complex training courses loads on the ergometer while standing, sitting, in the Combination and at different angles of attack Entire system possible.

The targeted complex muscle strain is the first time through combined forces resulting from mechanical Resistances, angles of inclination and from the from the Resulting incline of the exercising components of gravity. The The requirement profile is created individually from this Combination of forces established.

The invention is described below using an exemplary embodiment of an ergometer according to the invention explained in more detail. The only figure shows the schematic side view of the Ergometers in various inclination positions.

According to the representation in the figure, the ergometer according to the invention essentially consists of a vertical support 1 or a console with a foot 11 , which is rotatably mounted via a transversely mounted shaft 2 and enables a change in the angle of inclination of the support 1 . Two mutually independent crank mechanisms 3 , 4 , which function like a bicycle pedal, are attached to the carrier 1 or the console.

Both crank mechanisms 3 , 4 can be adjusted either by a magnetic brake system, eddy current brakes, motors or by mechanical solutions in their resistance to external forces.

They are used to record movements (crank or Rotation) of the human lower and / or upper Extremities.  

The exercises on the ergometer according to the invention enable new training loads and an improved attitude the muscle strain of the whole body.

The lever arms 12 of the crank devices 3 , 4 can be adjusted via a longitudinal axis 5 . As a result, the way to work changes depending on the desired goal of the training.

An essential feature of the ergometer according to the invention is the change in the angle of inclination 6 of the entire system. This adjustment is carried out via a motor 7 , the user being able to set the desired degree of inclination 6 using a manual switch or the programmable logic controller.

The adjustment can also be made using a gas pressure damper a cable system or a spindle.

With this special new technical solution, the Variability in load control increased significantly become.

Another technical feature is the attachment of a height-adjustable seat 8 , which enables a position like on a bicycle. The seat 8 is either adjusted via a folding mechanism or inserted via a groove and locked with mechanical devices.

To achieve an optimal exercise according to the individual body measurements of the user, the upper portion 13 of the carrier 1 can be z. B. a gas pressure damper can be adjusted in height. On the console 1 , in addition to the control elements 9 for the inclination adjustment 6 of the device, the height adjustment of the upper console part 13 and the seat adaptation 8, the control elements which are already standard for setting the crank resistance and the parameters time, calorie consumption, measurement of the heart rate, Standard settings for therapeutic applications are arranged using a computer and adapter for connection to external computer technology.

For training, a user can do the following Adjust physical stress:

To get used to the previously untrained form of the rotational movement of the arms and legs, the seat part 8 is first introduced and locked. The upper part 13 of the system can then be adjusted to fit the body while seated. Thanks to the quick release devices 10 , all these activities can be carried out easily and within a very short time. The resistance during the exercises for the lower and upper crank mechanism 3 , 4 can then be varied as desired via mechanical, magnetic and / or motor-controlled braking forces.

If the user wants to increase the level of difficulty for the muscles being used, the button 7 can be used to activate the motor 7 to change the angle of inclination 6 or to select a desired program using the training computer.

The more inclination 6 is set, the higher it is. Strain on the muscles of the whole body.

If the patient is inclined 6 backwards, the supporting muscles of the trunk (back, stomach), the leg muscles as well as the chest and arm muscles are required.

If the device is inclined 6 forward, the extensor muscles of the arms are also used in addition to the above-mentioned muscles.

Depending on your needs, the strain on your arms and / or legs also take place independently of one another.

Special muscles in the area of the arms can be differentiated even further under load by means of special grips 14 which are attached to the upper cranks 3 .

People with disabilities can also grab safely. The handles 14 can be simply plugged on and locked and have different radii and shapes.

There are loops or mechanical devices on the handles 14 and on the pedals, which serve for secure positioning and fixing.

After a period of getting used to, the user can omit the seat 8 , as a result of which all loads have to be carried out from a standing position. The result is a further increase in stress and activation of additional muscle components.

The new training device and the associated ones Possibilities for physical exertion lead to a significant expansion of the previous ergometer and let use in all areas of the physical Training - from therapy to competitive sports - to.  

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

1

carrier

2

wave

3

crank drive

4

crank drive

5

longitudinal axis

6

tilt angle

7

engine

8th

Seat

9

Tilt adjustment (controls)

10

Quick-release devices

11

foot

12

lever arm

13

Share of

1

14

grip

Claims (12)

1. Method for stressing the muscles of a person ergometrically by means of an ergometer; characterized in that the user is exposed to an individually adjustable, defined and reproducible load on the ergometer, which results from a. Combination of forces from different, adjustable resistances on crank mechanisms ( 3 , 4 ) for the hands and / or legs and of variably adjustable inclination angles of the training position of the user and the effective gravity components is formed. 2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that the user is connected to the ergometer in such a way that his arms and / or legs in separate devices can be introduced and thus arms and legs optionally be charged together or individually, whereby the ergometer in different inclination directions and there individually in different angles of inclination is adjusted so that complex loads various selectable muscle areas of the user standing, sitting, in an inclined position be created individually. 3. The method according to claims 1 and 2, characterized marked that all settings like Angle of attack, pedal resistance, load parameters made on the one hand by mechanical changes but also through modern control technology and a computer.   4. The method according to claims 1 to 3, characterized characterized that the required braking forces by friction (mechanical braking device) and / or by a magnetic brake system and / or by Eddy current brakes and / or motors are generated. 5. Ergometer for loading selected muscles of a human being, with a seat device such as a saddle and a foot pedal device such as a crank device, characterized in that a support ( 1 ) is provided with a foot ( 11 ) rotatably mounted via a shaft ( 2 ) mounted transversely to its longitudinal axis on which two mutually independent crank mechanisms ( 3 , 4 ) are arranged for the arms ( 3 ) and for the legs ( 4 ), which work like a bicycle network and whose resistance to external forces can be adjusted, the carrier ( 1 ) with its functional elements ( 3 , 4 ) is infinitely adjustable in its angle of inclination via the shaft ( 2 ). 6. Ergometer according to claim 5, characterized in that the lever arms of the crank mechanisms ( 3 , 4 ) for the arms and for the legs are each adjustable over a longitudinal axis ( 5 ) in their working length. 7. Ergometer according to claims 5 and 6, characterized in that the seat ( 8 ) is adjustable in height and depth and optionally foldable. 8. Ergometer according to claims 5 to 7, characterized in that the carrier ( 1 ) is adjustable in height to the individual body dimensions of the user by adjustment ( 9 ) by means of a motor, spindle, gas spring, plug connection. 9. Ergometer according to claims 5 to 8, characterized in that a gas spring is optionally provided for the inclination adjustment of the carrier ( 1 ), a motor ( 7 ), a spindle, a cable pull. 10. Ergometer according to claims 5 to 9, characterized in that on the hand crank ( 3 ) different, different in shape and radius handles are arranged pluggable and lockable. 11. Ergometer according to claims 5 to 10, characterized in that on the handles and pedals of the crank mechanisms ( 3 , 4 ) devices for individual positioning and fixing of the hands and feet are arranged. 12. Ergometer according to claims 5 to 11, characterized characterized that an interface for connecting a Computers is provided.