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Swing fit aerobic and strength training exercise machineRelated Patent Categories: Exercise Devices, Involving User Translation Or Physical Simulation Thereof, User Inside DeviceSwing fit aerobic and strength training exercise machine description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20080039290, Swing fit aerobic and strength training exercise machine. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application is based on provisional application Ser. No. 60/812707, filed on Jun. 9, 2006. STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT [0002] Not Applicable DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED APPENDIX [0003] Not Applicable BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0004] This invention relates generally to the field of exercise devices and more specifically to a machine for aerobic and strength training. There have been a plethora of exercise machines developed to facilitate aerobic or strength training. Most exercise machines are designed with a specific function to train a particular part or set of parts of the body and are largely limited to those functions in the specific set of exercises and their associated range of motions. And most machines generally focus on either being an aerobic training device or a strength training machine which needs to allow for a full range of motion for the strength training exercises to be effective. Additionally, adding to their weight, cost and complexity, most exercise machines rely on weights, spring devices or hydraulic or pneumatic devices to provide the resistance needed to facilitate a physiological benefit. These devices need to be adjustable to account for different goals and/or capabilities of the user or for different sized users. There have been some instances of prior art that rely on the user's own weight to provide said resistance as is the case with the present invention. However, in those cases the range of motion supported and thus the overall physiological benefit is limited. [0005] Prior Art for the invention can be seen in the following U.S. patents. In the White U.S. Pat. No. 281,216 which shows an elaborate swing device which could be used for exercise yet the White device does not provide an open frame to allow the arms to articulate perpendicular to the body. The Mahnke U.S. Pat. No. 4,101,124 shows a device which uses the user's own weight as resistance. The Schaff U.S. Pat. No. 1,996,350 shows a device where the user pushes with the feet to exercise the legs. The Kelly U.S. Pat. No. 4,508,335 shows a device which helps the user exercise the abdominal muscles. The Moon U.S. Pat. No. 5,595,558 show a device for a rowing exercise. The Olschansky et al. U.S. Pat. No. 5,722,917 is a device where the user is seated and pushes off a stationary foot support assembly to raise a seat which is attached to the bottom of the frame. The Van Den Heever U.S. Pat. No. 7,066,868 is a device which uses body weight for resistance. [0006] In contrast to these devices, the present invention offers the user a one hundred percent range of motion which is critical for the effective development of muscle tissue. Also, the open design of the device allows for an unrestricted movement of the arms which allows for a greatly extended range of strength training exercises that can be effectively performed. In addition, this allows the user to swing forward and backward similar to a cross-country skiing motion for a greatly increased cardiovascular benefit, this swinging motion of the arms also provides for a rhythmic movement which increases the comfort and enjoyment of using the machine. BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0007] The primary object of the invention is to provide a machine that combines a dynamic free-swinging movement coupled with a 100% range of motion which allows the extremities, torso and legs to fully stretch and articulate. Another object of the invention is to provide an exercise machine which allows the user to fully extend the arms and legs for maximum comfort and muscle engagement. A further object of the invention is to provide a workout that is fun, comfortable and effective. Still yet another object of the invention is to provide an unobstructed area to allow the arms to swing in a manner similar to a cross-country skiing motion for a greatly increased cardiovascular benefit. Another object of the invention is to provide an effective workout for the muscles of the back by providing 100% range of motion to effectively work these muscle groups. A further object of the invention is to provide a machine which uses a combination of unobstructed range of motion and body weight to raise the user against gravity to provide resistance. Yet another object of the invention is to provide a very low impact exercise by using a wide area for the feet to contact the impact absorbing pad and provide a degree of resilience for the feet to press off to accomplish leg and abdominal exercises. Still yet another object of the invention is to provide a machine with the seat placed close to the ground for ease of ingress and egress. Another object of the invention is to provide a stable machine with a low center of gravity to increase safety and stability and is effective for injury recovery. [0008] Other objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following descriptions, taken in connection with the accompanying drawings, wherein, by way of illustration and example, an embodiment of the present invention is disclosed. In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the invention, there is disclosed a machine for aerobic and strength training comprising: An open-framed design allowing for a 100 percent range of motion, a low center of gravity for increased stability and safety, ergonomically correct power cords (resistance bands) providing for unlimited range of motion for the user and full articulation of the arms to the front, to the rear and perpendicular to the body while using the machine. A design allowing the user to exercise the muscles of the back, chest and shoulders through a full 100 percent range of motion, wide impact absorbing foot pad to reduce impact and increase comfort and effectiveness of the machine, and an integral bar which increases the structural integrity of the frame and allows for the user's hands to be variably spaced to exercise specific muscle groups of the back. A design with a foot pad which is ergonomically placed and angled relative to the seat to provide numerous distinct benefits including; creating a constant and beneficial stress on the abdominal muscles, impact absorption for low impact exercise, and an amount of deflection and spring-back resilience which increases the effort of the exercise and allows for the maximum extension of the muscles of the legs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0009] These drawings constitute a part of this specification and include exemplary embodiments to the invention, which may be embodied in various forms. It should be understood that in some instances various aspects of the invention may be shown exaggerated or enlarged to facilitate an understanding of the invention. [0010] FIG. 1 is an isometric view of one possible embodiment of an assembled and deployed Swingfit Aerobic and Strength Training Machine. [0011] FIG. 2 is a diagram of the assembly of the main "L" frame depicted in FIG. 1. [0012] FIG. 3 is a diagram of the attachment of the swing-mounting crossbar to the "L" frame depicted in FIG. 1. [0013] FIG. 4 is a diagram of the attachment of the swing arms depicted in FIG. 1. [0014] FIG. 5 is a diagram of the attachment of the seat to the swing arms depicted in FIG. 1. [0015] FIG. 6 is a diagram of the attachment of the "PowerPad" to the "L" frame depicted in FIG. 1. [0016] FIG. 7 is a picture of an assembled embodiment of the Swing Fit Aerobic and Strength Training Machine, based on the embodiment in FIG. 1. [0017] FIG. 8 is a variation of the embodiment depicted in FIG. 1, using a tubular frame style. [0018] FIG. 9 is a picture of an assembled embodiment of the Swing Fit Aerobic and Strength Training Machine based on the embodiment in FIG. 1 shown in use with the user demonstrating a full articulation of the arms perpendicular. Continue reading about Swing fit aerobic and strength training exercise machine... Full patent description for Swing fit aerobic and strength training exercise machine Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Swing fit aerobic and strength training exercise machine patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. 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