Patent ID: 7494447

Claim:
An exercise machine comprising; a framework, said framework configured to be supported by a support surface; a first crank, said first crank rotatably connected to said framework projecting outwardly therefrom on both sides thereof; a second crank, said second crank rotatably connected to said framework projecting outwardly therefrom on both sides thereof; a pair of orbital links, each said orbital link having a first end and a second end, said first end pivotally connected to said first crank and an intermediate portion of each said orbital link operably associated with said second crank; a pair of foot support members, each said foot support member having a first end and a second end, said first end pivotally connected to said second end of a respective said orbital link, such that said first end of said foot support member follows a generally closed loop curve when said cranks are rotated; a pair of rollers, each said roller rotatably connected to said foot support member intermediate said ends; a pair of guides, each said guide in rollable contact with said roller and operably associated with said framework to cause said roller to have a back and forth movement; a pair of pedals to support a user's feet, each said pedal attached to a corresponding said second end of said foot support member; said pedals configured to move relative to said framework when the user's feet rotate said cranks whereby said pedals follows an elongate pedal curve.