Multi-Rotatable Resistance Device and Methods of Use

Abstract

A method and apparatus for efficiently strength training the upper and lower portions of the human body with consistent, constant, and measurable resistance is provided. This apparatus is a Z configured resistant member that has rotatable grips on two parallel sections thereof. A user grasps the grips, pulls or pushes the handles to provide tension, and rotates the devise around its central axis to perform a wide variety of exercises. In such a way, many muscles can be exercised in a single repetition. A method is provided for using the apparatus to perform exercises beneficial for efficiently strength training the user's upper and lower body.

1 . A rotatable strength training device comprising:
 a. a bi-directionally opposing means of resilient resistance, with   b. a pair of hand or foot pedals extending in opposite directions from opposite ends of said means of resilient resistance so that said hand or foot pedals are longitudinally and transversely offset from one another, and in which   c. separate sleeves are disposed coaxially about, and are rotatable relative to, said hand or foot pedals.   
     
     
         2 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 1  wherein said hand or foot pedals have a strap attached to them to secure a hand or a foot. 
     
     
         3 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 1  wherein said means of resilient resistance is comprised of telescoping members which are advanceable and retractable relative to each other. 
     
     
         4 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 3  wherein one of the telescoping members has hash marks to indicate movement thereof. 
     
     
         5 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 3  wherein a compression spring provides force upon a piston and one telescoping member to provide tension that normally retracts the telescoping members. 
     
     
         6 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 3  wherein a compression spring provides force upon a piston and one telescoping member to provide tension that normally advances the telescoping members. 
     
     
         7 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 3  wherein a gas provides force upon a piston and one telescoping member to provide tension that normally retracts the telescoping members. 
     
     
         8 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 3  wherein a gas provides force upon a piston and one telescoping member to provide tension that normally advances the telescoping members. 
     
     
         9 . A rotatable strength training device comprising:
 a. a bi-directionally opposing means of resilient resistance, with   b. a pair of hand or foot pedals extending in opposite directions from opposite ends of said means of resilient resistance so that said hand or foot pedals are longitudinally and transversely offset from one another, and in which   c. each hand or foot pedal being encircled by a bearing that allows pronation of the hand or foot, upon which is attached   d. a smaller bearing that allows for rotation of the larger bearing about the axis of the hand or foot pedal.   
     
     
         10 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 9  wherein said means of resilient resistance is comprised of telescoping members which are advanceable and retractable relative to each other. 
     
     
         11 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 10  wherein one of the telescoping members has hash marks to indicate movement thereof. 
     
     
         12 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 10  wherein a compression spring provides force upon a piston and one telescoping member to provide tension that normally retracts the telescoping members. 
     
     
         13 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 10  wherein a compression spring provides force upon a piston and one telescoping member to provide tension that normally advances the telescoping members. 
     
     
         14 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 10  wherein a gas provides force upon a piston and one telescoping member to provide tension that normally retracts the telescoping members. 
     
     
         15 . A rotatable strength training device according to  claim 10  wherein a gas provides force upon a piston and one telescoping member to provide tension that normally advances the telescoping members.
 Whereby said rotatable strength training device is capable of providing equal and opposing resistance force radiating from the axis of rotation enabling even tension and allowing multiple muscles to be engaged in a single rotation. 
 
     
     
         16 . A method of inducing hypertrophy in muscles comprising:
 a. providing an apparatus comprising:
 a bi-directionally opposing means of resilient resistance, with a pair of hand or foot pedals extending in opposite directions from opposite ends of said means of resilient resistance so that said hand or foot pedals are longitudinally and transversely offset from one another, and in which separate sleeves are disposed coaxially about, and are rotatable relative to, said hand or foot pedals; 
   b. grasping the hand of foot pedals with the hands or feet and,   c. applying force opposite the tension provided and,   d. rotating the device perpendicular to its axis.   
     
     
         17 . A method of inducing hypertrophy in muscles comprising:
 a. providing an apparatus comprising:   b. a bi-directionally opposing means of resilient resistance, with a pair of hand or foot pedals extending in opposite directions from opposite ends of said means of resilient resistance so that said hand or foot pedals are longitudinally and transversely offset from one another, and in which each hand or foot pedal being encircled by a bearing that allows pronation of the hand or foot, upon which is attached a smaller bearing that allows for rotation of the larger bearing about the axis of the hand or foot pedal,   c. grasping the hand of foot pedals with the hands or feet and,   d. applying force opposite the tension provided, and   e. rotating the device perpendicular to its axis, and   f. pronating the hands and wrists while under tension.