EP1151761A2 - Übungsgerät mit verlängerter Schrittweite - Google Patents

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EP1151761A2
EP1151761A2 EP01110543A EP01110543A EP1151761A2 EP 1151761 A2 EP1151761 A2 EP 1151761A2 EP 01110543 A EP01110543 A EP 01110543A EP 01110543 A EP01110543 A EP 01110543A EP 1151761 A2 EP1151761 A2 EP 1151761A2
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B22/00—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements
    • A63B22/06—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements with support elements performing a rotating cycling movement, i.e. a closed path movement
    • A63B22/0664—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements with support elements performing a rotating cycling movement, i.e. a closed path movement performing an elliptic movement
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B22/00—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements
    • A63B22/06—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements with support elements performing a rotating cycling movement, i.e. a closed path movement
    • A63B22/0664—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements with support elements performing a rotating cycling movement, i.e. a closed path movement performing an elliptic movement
    • A63B2022/0676—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements with support elements performing a rotating cycling movement, i.e. a closed path movement performing an elliptic movement with crank and handles being on the same side of the exercising apparatus with respect to the frontal body-plane of the user, e.g. crank and handles are in front of the user
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B22/00—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements
    • A63B22/0046—Details of the support elements or their connection to the exercising apparatus, e.g. adjustment of size or orientation

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  • This invention relates generally to an aerobic exercise machine. More particularly, but not by way of limitation, the present invention relates to an aerobic exercise apparatus with elongated stride and claims benefit of prior filed copending Provisional Application No. 60/201,198, filed May 2, 2000.
  • an elliptical exerciser is an aerobic exercise machine wherein the user's feet travel in a generally elongated elliptical path while the user walks, jogs, runs, or climbs.
  • Many elliptical exercisers include a feature for simultaneously exercising the upper body.
  • a mechanical device to aerobically train rather than simply running or jogging.
  • such machines typically provide the user with meaningful feedback in regard to the exercise performed.
  • a typical aerobic exercise machine may provide the user with a real-time display of power produced by the user (i.e. Watts), as well as totalizing displays of information such as calories expended or equivalent miles run.
  • properly designed equipment reduces the risk of injury, and, as part of a rehabilitation program, allows easy monitoring by a therapist.
  • Elliptical exercisers have proven to provide a quantifiable, low impact workout with meaningful results, and are, therefore, a viable alternative to treadmills, stationary bicycles, stair climbers, rowing machines, and the like. In that regard, elliptical exercisers have thus far been very popular in relation to other aerobic machines.
  • each rail rests on individual pedals which are mounted on rails.
  • a first end of each rail is attached to a bell crank such that the first end of each rail travels in a circular path.
  • the left end of the bell crank is 180 degrees out of phase with the right end of the bell crank such that as one foot moves forward, the other foot moves backward and as one foot moves up, the other foot moves down.
  • the second end of each rail depending on the particular machine, is constrained to move in a track, over a fixed roller, or guided by a swing arm, thereby producing backward and forward motion in response to the movement of the bell crank.
  • the resulting stride of each foot of the user follows a generally elliptical path.
  • the exact dimensions of the ellipse are dependant on a variety of variables such as the length of the rail, the position of each pedal on its rail, the diameter of the circle traveled by the bell crank, and the path traversed by the end of the rail opposite the bell crank.
  • the perceived level of difficulty in using an elliptical exerciser and the comfort of the user are also dependant on these variables.
  • a limitation of a typical elliptical exerciser is the amount of floor space occupied by the machine. Whether in a home, a health club, or a rehabilitation facility, ideally, an exercise machine will occupy as little floor space as possible, especially where such floor space is rented by the square foot.
  • the size of an elliptical exerciser is dictated by, among other things, the length of the pedal rails and the space required to allow the horizontal movement of the rails in response to the motion of the bell crank.
  • a further limitation of many elliptical exerciser designs is that some machines have a roller on the free end of the pedal rail or a pivot on a swing arm very close to the floor. It has been a common practice for some health clubs to place exercise machines near a swimming pool. In addition, some facilities pour excessive water on the floor during cleaning. Either of these situations will subject rollers and pivots placed near the floor to potential water damage.
  • the present invention provides an elliptical exerciser which incorporates a telescoping rail mechanism wherein, the back end of the rail merely pivots, rather than moving linearally or swinging in an arc.
  • the horizontal component of the motion created by the bell crank is accommodated by the telescopic rail.
  • the vertical component of the motion is accommodated by the pivot.
  • each rail connects to the corresponding end of a bell crank.
  • the back end of each rail connects to a pivot which is provided on the frame, preferably several inches above the floor surface.
  • the front portion of the rail is in sliding engagement with the rear portion the rail such that the rail is rigid in regards to vertical forces but will telescopically extend or retract in response to tensile or compressive forces, respectively.
  • Aerobic exercise apparatus 20 comprises: frame 22 supported by front leg 24 and rear leg 26; left cover 28 enclosing the left side of the upright portion of frame 22; likewise, right cover 30 enclosing the right side of the upright portion of frame 22; bell crank 32 extending through an aperture (not shown) provided in left enclosure 28 and aperture 34 provided in right cover 30 ; handrail 36 secured to frame 22 ; electronic console 38 ; left telescoping pedal rail 40 ; and right telescoping pedal rail 42 .
  • Bell crank 32 is in mechanical communication with a brake assembly under the control of electronic console 38 .
  • Such breaking systems are known in the art and not a part of the present invention.
  • right telescoping pedal rail 42 includes front portion 44 and rear portion 46.
  • bushing 48 extends through front portion 44 for rotatably attaching telescopic pedal rail 42 to bell crank 32.
  • rear portion 46 includes bushing 50 for pivotably attaching telescopic rail 42 to a pivot 52 on rear leg 26 .
  • left telescoping pedal arm 40 includes front portion 54 and rear portion 56 .
  • Front portion 54 rotatably attaches to bell crank 32 and rear portion 56 pivotably attaches to pivot 58 on rear leg 26 .
  • left telescoping pedal rail 40 is the mirror image of right telescoping pedal rail 42 and any discussion with reference to either rail applies equally to the other rail.
  • inventive telescoping pedal rails 40 and 42 will be addressed primarily with respect to the right telescoping pedal rail 42 , and it is to be understood that such discussion also applies to the left telescoping pedal rail 40 .
  • front portion 44 is tubular and includes: pedal support 60 extending upward therefrom; first roller support 61 rotatably securing rollers 62 and 64 such that roller 64 extends through notch 70 in front portion 44 ; and second roller support 72 roratably supporting rollers 66 and 68 such that rollers 66 and 68 extend through aperture 74 provided in front portion 44 .
  • pedal support 60 extending upward therefrom
  • first roller support 61 rotatably securing rollers 62 and 64 such that roller 64 extends through notch 70 in front portion 44
  • second roller support 72 roratably supporting rollers 66 and 68 such that rollers 66 and 68 extend through aperture 74 provided in front portion 44 .
  • front portion 44 includes horizontal roller supports 78 which rotatably support rollers 80 such that rollers 80 will rollingly contact the sides 81 of rear member 46 when such contact occurs.
  • rollers 96 are rotatably supported on the end of rear portion 46 such that rollers 96 will rollingly contact the inside side wall 82 of front portion 44 to the extent such contact occurs. Rollers 96 operate in conjunction with rollers 80 to maintain horizontal gap 98 between the side walls 82 of front portion 44 and the sides 81 of rear portion 46 .
  • pedal 84 is pivotably attached to support 60 and includes: stop 86 to limit mechanical travel of pedal 84 ; bottom plate 88 ; and pad 90 to receive the users foot.
  • a user prepares for operation of the inventive aerobic exerciser 20 by first stepping onto pedals 84 .
  • the user begins operation of the machine by shifting her weight to one foot which provides a downward force on that pedal which in turn presents a downward force on the bell crank 32 which causes bell crank 32 to begin rotating.
  • the front end of a pedal rail passes the bottom of its circular path, as shown by the position of the right telescoping pedal rail 42 in FIG. 1, the user shifts her weight to the other pedal, thereby continuing to force bell crank 32 to rotate.
  • an aerobic exerciser which incorporates the inventive telescoping pedal rail does not require additional space beyond the back of the machine to accommodate motion of the pedal rail. It will also be apparent that there is no movement outside of the frame of the exerciser thereby reducing risk to other people near the machine.
  • rollers 100 are rotatably supported on rear portion 102 and roll along the inside walls of front portion 104 .
  • Roller 106 maintains a gap to prevents side-to-side contact between rear portion 102 and front portion 104 .
  • Front portion 104 includes roller support 108 and roller 110 to provide additional vertical support between front portion 104 and rear portion 102 .
  • guides 200 are attached to rear portion 46 with fasteners 202.
  • guides 200 will contact the inside side walls 82 of front portion 46 to the extent such contact occurs.
  • guides 200 are formed of a plastic material which is naturally self lubricating with respect to front portion 44 .
  • the invention is not so limited.
  • the inventive aspect of the pedal rail being the telescopic relationship between the front portion and the rear portion.
  • the rear portion could be formed of tubular material and receive the front portion, or the front or rear portions could be formed of channel rather than tubular material.
  • the pedal rail could be round comprising a round shaft which telescopes within a tubular portion having a linear bearing along the interface between the shaft and tube.

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EP1210961A1 (de) * 2000-11-29 2002-06-05 Sinties Corporation, Inc. Fussablage für elliptisches Übungsgerät
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EP0813895A2 (de) * 1996-06-17 1997-12-29 Life Fitness Crosslauf-Übungsgerät
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US5882281A (en) * 1997-04-24 1999-03-16 Stearns; Kenneth W. Exercise methods and apparatus
US5913751A (en) * 1997-10-09 1999-06-22 Eschenbach; Paul William Walker exercise apparatus with arm exercise

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EP0813895A2 (de) * 1996-06-17 1997-12-29 Life Fitness Crosslauf-Übungsgerät
US5848954A (en) * 1997-04-15 1998-12-15 Stearns; Kenneth W. Exercise methods and apparatus
US5882281A (en) * 1997-04-24 1999-03-16 Stearns; Kenneth W. Exercise methods and apparatus
US5913751A (en) * 1997-10-09 1999-06-22 Eschenbach; Paul William Walker exercise apparatus with arm exercise

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EP1210961A1 (de) * 2000-11-29 2002-06-05 Sinties Corporation, Inc. Fussablage für elliptisches Übungsgerät
CN104136084A (zh) * 2012-02-17 2014-11-05 韧步私人有限公司 传动组件以及包括传动组件的锻炼装置

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