Patent ID: 8152698

Claim:
A dual-mode exercise machine including: a base including first and second apertures defined therein; a swivel pivotally connected to the base, wherein the swivel includes an aperture defined therein; two pedals pivotally connected to the swivel; two impedance elements each for connecting a respective one of the pedals to the swivel; a linkage including: a middle lever pivotally connected to the base and formed with an aperture defined therein; and two lateral levers each for connecting a respective one of the pedals to the middle lever so that the pedals can be pivoted up and down alternately; and a pin for insertion in the aperture of the swivel and the first aperture of the base to prevent the pivoting of the swivel but allow the pivoting of the middle lever and for insertion in the aperture of the middle lever and the second aperture of the base to prevent the pivoting of the middle lever but allow the pivoting of the swivel.