Invercycle device and method for exercise

Abstract

The Invercycle is an exercise device with inversion options. The InverCycle comprises a bicycle/pedal assembly, an adjustable flat bench with a seat back that can be raised and lowered and moveable arm handles fastened to the sides of the bench/seat. The bicycle/pedal assembly is located at one end of the bench and may be raised and lowered, independently from the bench/seat, to allow the body position of feet above the head while pedaling the bicycle (either sitting up in recumbent position or lying down). The bicycle assembly allows a means for adjusting tension on the rotary motion of the pedals via a pressure knob (when rotated will apply force on the fly wheel, creating resistance). The front legs have pull pins, which allow for an adjustable inclination of the bench/seat and seat back. The seat/bench can be moved forward and backward as a means for adjusting the individual height requirement of each exerciser. The ability to adjust the angles of the bench/seat and the height of the pedal assembly provides the exerciser with various options for isolating specific muscle groups, including the buttocks, inner and outer thighs, hamstrings, quadriceps and abdominal muscles. Performing exercises while in an inverted posture will increase systemic blood circulation, massage internal organs and feed the heart and brain fresh blood. The moveable arm handles on the side of the bench provide resistance exercise. This type of motion will isolate bicep, tricep, shoulder and back muscles and can be performed while in an inverted posture or lying down in a vertical position with the feet above the head. The exerciser may simultaneously use the resistance handles while pedaling the bicycle. The seat back may be elevated, which allows the exerciser to be in a recumbent position. People who are overweight or a novice may benefit from the InverCycle as the vertical position of the bench allows the exerciser to begin by lying down and putting their legs and feet up. The adjustable pedal height and tension knob allows the exerciser to chose what level they wish to work at. When they are tired they can simply stop and rest. Any slight incline of the legs or entire body will provide the exerciser with the benefit of an increase in systemic blood circulation. The Invercycle may be appropriate for people who have a leg or back injury, as the bench provides full back support while isolating and strengthening muscles, increasing blood circulation and aerobic endurance. Intermediate and advanced exercisers may use the InverCycle for specific muscle isolation, aerobic conditioning and increasing blood circulation. No one should engage in exercise or inverted exercise without consulting a medical practitioner if there are concerns about any condition for which this is contraindicated.

1 . A wholly unique exercise device with multiple inversion angles for reversed gravity muscle isolation that promotes enhanced blood circulation, muscle definition and aerobic exercise for systemic oxygenation, caloric expenditure and a feeling of well-being. The InverCycle comprises a bicycle/pedal assembly, an adjustable flat bench with a seat back that can be raised and lowered and moveable arm handles fastened to the sides of the bench/seat. The bicycle/pedal assembly is located at one end of the bench and may be raised and lowered, independently from the bench/seat, to allow the body position of feet above the head while pedaling the bicycle (sitting up in recumbent position or lying down). The bicycle assembly allows a means for adjusting tension on the rotary motion of the pedals via a pressure knob (rotation in a clockwise direction, will increase pressure on fly wheel increasing resistance and counter clock wise rotation will decrease resistance). The front legs have pull pins, which allow for the adjustable inclination of the bench/seat and seat back. The seat/bench can be moved forward and backward as a means for adjusting the individual height requirement of each exerciser.  
     
     
         2 . The ability to adjust the angles of the bench/seat and the height of the pedal assembly, as mentioned in claim one, provides the exerciser with various options for isolating specific muscle groups, including the buttocks, inner and outer thighs, hamstrings, quadriceps and abdominal muscles. No other exercise bike in the market can match or provide this type of isolation workout. Performing exercises while in an inverted posture will increase systemic blood circulation, massage internal organs and feed the heart and brain fresh blood.  
     
     
         3 . The moveable arm handles on the side of the bench, mentioned in claim one, provide resistance exercise to the arms, shoulders and back while increasing aerobic activity. The back and forth resistance motion will isolate bicep, tricep, shoulder and back muscles. The resistance arm handles can be performed in various inverted postures (lying down or sitting up) while pedaling the bike with the feet above the head or with the feet and legs parallel to the ground. Only the Invercycle offers this type of muscle isolation coupled with gravity reversal which enhances the circulatory system and rejuvenates the body.  
     
     
         4 . People who are overweight or a novice may benefit from the InverCycle as the vertical position of the bench allows the exerciser to begin by lying down and putting their legs and feet up. The adjustable pedal height and tension knob allows the exerciser to choose what level they wish to work at. When they are tired they can simply stop and rest. Any slight incline of the legs or entire body will provide the exerciser with the benefit of an increase in systemic blood circulation, flushing out tissues and nourishing cells with fresh nutrients. The combination of resistance pedaling while using the arm handles will expend calories initiating weight reduction and building muscle mass. An increase in muscle mass increases metabolic activity, as muscle burns fat for energy.  
     
     
         5 . The Invercycle may be appropriate for people who have an injury, a disability or muscle weakness. The exerciser can begin by lying down, which removes the pressure of gravity and their body weight. The entire back is completely supported and the elevation of the bench angle is optional. The pedal assembly height may be adjusted to fit the individual's need along with the desired resistance level from the pedal assembly and arm handles.  
     
     
         6 . Intermediate and advanced exercisers may use the InverCycle to increase physical aerobic endurance, isolate and increase muscle strength, burn calories and stimulate blood circulation systemically.  
     
     
         7 . All inverted angles and positions, provided by the Invercyle, offer full spine and back support while reversing the pressure of gravity and physical body weight, isolating and strengthening muscles, increasing vital blood circulation, building aerobic endurance, expending calories and increasing an overall sense of well-being. The benefits provided by the InverCycle are accomplished in a way that no other exercise bike or machine has previously offered.