Patent ID: 6238321
Filing Date: 2001-05-29
Classification: A63B

Abstract:
An exercise device, comprising:a frame having a transverse axis defined relative to the frame;first and second foot links;first and second coupling mechanisms, each coupling mechanism configured to operatively associate with a respective one of said foot links for coupling the foot link to the transverse axis such that the foot link travels in an orbital path relative to the transverse axis;a guide for engaging and supporting each of the foot links at a location spaced from the first and second coupling mechanism for reciprocal travel along the guide;first and second swing arm mechanisms, each swing arm mechanism including a pivot point and a coupling region; andfirst and second safety engagement assemblies, wherein each safety engagement assembly operatively connects a respective one of said swing arm mechanisms to a respective one of said foot links, and is shaped and configured to prevent the disengagement of first and second foot links from the respective guide whereby said safety engagement assemblies have a portion which is beneath a portion of a respective guide.