Patent ID: 6491609
Filing Date: 2002-12-10
Classification: A63B

Abstract:
An exercise apparatus, comprising:a stationary frame having a forward end and a rear end; an exercise arm assembly pivotally mounted on the frame; an exercise resistance linked to the exercise arm assembly; the exercise arm assembly comprising a first, exercise arm pivotally connected to the frame for rotation about a first pivot axis, the first exercise arm having a forward portion projecting forwardly from the first pivot axis and a rear portion projecting rearwardly from the first pivot axis, a second arm pivotally connected to the frame for rotation about a second pivot axis spaced from the first pivot axis, and a connecting link pivotally connected to the rear portion of the first arm and to the second arm; the connecting link comprising a counter-weight of predetermined weight to counter-balance the forward portion of the first exercise arm into a rest position; and the forward portion of the first exercise arm being directly engageable by a user in performing exercises.