Invercycle device and method for exercise

Abstract: The Invercycle is an exercise device with inversion options. The InverCycle comprises a bicycle/pedal assembly, an adjustable flat bench with a seat back that can be raised and lowered and moveable arm handles fastened to the sides of the bench/seat. The bicycle/pedal assembly is located at one end of the bench and may be raised and lowered, independently from the bench/seat, to allow the body position of feet above the head while pedaling the bicycle (either sitting up in recumbent position or lying down). The bicycle assembly allows a means for adjusting tension on the rotary motion of the pedals via a pressure knob (when rotated will apply force on the fly wheel, creating resistance). The front legs have pull pins, which allow for an adjustable inclination of the bench/seat and seat back. The seat/bench can be moved forward and backward as a means for adjusting the individual height requirement of each exerciser. The ability to adjust the angles of the bench/seat and the height of the pedal assembly provides the exerciser with various options for isolating specific muscle groups, including the buttocks, inner and outer thighs, hamstrings, quadriceps and abdominal muscles. Performing exercises while in an inverted posture will increase systemic blood circulation, massage internal organs and feed the heart and brain fresh blood. The moveable arm handles on the side of the bench provide resistance exercise. This type of motion will isolate bicep, tricep, shoulder and back muscles and can be performed while in an inverted posture or lying down in a vertical position with the feet above the head. The exerciser may simultaneously use the resistance handles while pedaling the bicycle. The seat back may be elevated, which allows the exerciser to be in a recumbent position. People who are overweight or a novice may benefit from the InverCycle as the vertical position of the bench allows the exerciser to begin by lying down and putting their legs and feet up. The adjustable pedal height and tension knob allows the exerciser to chose what level they wish to work at. When they are tired they can simply stop and rest. Any slight incline of the legs or entire body will provide the exerciser with the benefit of an increase in systemic blood circulation. The Invercycle may be appropriate for people who have a leg or back injury, as the bench provides full back support while isolating and strengthening muscles, increasing blood circulation and aerobic endurance. Intermediate and advanced exercisers may use the InverCycle for specific muscle isolation, aerobic conditioning and increasing blood circulation. No one should engage in exercise or inverted exercise without consulting a medical practitioner if there are concerns about any condition for which this is contraindicated. (end of abstract)