Patent ID: 7052438
Filing Date: 2006-05-30
Classification: A63B

Abstract:
1. An exercise apparatus comprising: a framework, said framework configured to be supported by the floor; a pair of foot support members, each having a first portion, a second portion and a foot engaging pedal; a crank, said crank rotatably attached to said framework projecting outwardly therefrom on both sides thereof; a pair of drive links, each said drive link pivotally connected to said crank at a medial portion of each drive link and to said first portion of a respective said foot support member; a pair of drive link guides, each said drive link guide attached to said framework; a pair of guide contacts, each said guide contact connected to a respective second end portion of said drive link and operably associated with said drive link guide; a pair of guide links, each said guide link pivotally connected to a respective said foot support member and said framework to cause said second portion of said foot support member to have a back and forth movement; said pedal configured to move relative to said framework when the foot of the user is rotating said crank whereby said pedal follows an oblong curve path.