CA2551734C - Exercise system using exercise resistance cables - Google Patents

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CA2551734C
CA2551734C CA2551734A CA2551734A CA2551734C CA 2551734 C CA2551734 C CA 2551734C CA 2551734 A CA2551734 A CA 2551734A CA 2551734 A CA2551734 A CA 2551734A CA 2551734 C CA2551734 C CA 2551734C
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Abstract

An exercise resistance cable apparatus for engagement with a pulley assembly of a support structure and with a cable locking pin of an anchor assembly of the support structure. The exercise resistance cable apparatus includes an elastic exercise resistance cable. A cable anchor ring is securely connected to a first end of the elastic exercise resistance cable. A handgrip is connected to a second end of the elastic exercise resistance cable. During use the elastic exercise resistance cable is directed through an activity bay of the pulley assembly and ultimately attached, via the cable anchor ring, to the cable locking pin of the anchor assembly of the support structure. The exercise resistance cable apparatus is particularly adapted to be used with an exercise chair having a frame with pulley assemblies defining a plurality of activity bays positioned at desired locations thereon.

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EXERCISE SYSTEM USING EXERCISE RESISTANCE CABLES
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. Field of the Invention [0002] The present invention relates to exercise devices and systems and more particularly to an exercise system that utilizes removable exercise resistance cables that connect to activity bays of a support structure.
2. Description of the Related Art [0003] The use of resistance cables for exercising is well known in the prior art. There are a multitude of different exercise systems and devices that have been previously disclosed or are currently in the market to supply the increasing demand for physical fitness.
Many of these utilize resistance cables. For example, as far back as 1902, U.S. Pat. No.
704,840, issued to J.C. Korth et disclosed the use of an exercising machine employing elastic cords. U.S. Pat. No.
3,606,321, issued to N.D. Macoulis, discloses the use of elastic cords and a pole. U.S. Pat. No.
3,843,119, issued to R.P. Davis, discloses the use of a machine for exercising the arm muscles while the user stands upon a base.
[0004] U.S. Pat. No. 4,019,734, issued to W. Lee et al, discloses an elastic resistance type exercising device having a single length of latex rubber surgical tubing whose two ends are formed into size handle loops by the use of leather fasteners. The handle loops are sleeved with vinyl tubing, and plugs are inserted in each of the open ends of tubing, that have twice passed through the fasteners to form the loops, to prevent the tubing from being pulled out of the fasteners. A user grasps the handle loops or secures them about his ankles and pulls against the elastic resistance. Two additional flexible sleeves are slidably mounted over the portion of the elastic tubing between the fasteners.
[0005] U.S. Pat. No. 3,677,543, issued to J.H. Richardson, discloses a pull type exercising device including a single piece of elastic tubing with loops formed at the respective ends of the tubing by s-shaped hooks that receive folded ends of the tubing. On each looped portion there is a sleeve. A slideable ring with an anchoring attachment is mounted on a tubular member. A

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[0006] U.S. Pat. No. 6,508,749, issued to R.L. Broadwater, discloses a portable exercise device that includes an elastic cord with two ends. Each of the ends of the cord is received into opposite sides of a coupling. A clamp element is provided around a portion of the coupling. The clamp element compresses the coupling around the elastic cord to hold the cord in place inside the coupling. A handle may be provided around the coupling. The handle may be made from a resilient material so that the hand of the user may squeeze it. Additionally, end plugs may be provided for the handle to prevent the handle from slipping off the coupling.
[0007] U.S. Pat No. 4, 251, 071, issued to Craig D. Norton, discloses an exercising device that comprises an elongated elastic cord with a foot-receiving loop formed at each end and a hollow hand grip with an axial bore extending from end to end with a longitudinally extending split permitting one or two lengths of the elastic rope to be inserted into the bore. The hand grip may be squeezed by the hand for causing the wall of the bore to frictionally grip the rope. The hand muscles are exercised by this squeezing action on the hand grip and the arm and shoulder muscles are exercised when the hand grip pulls on the rope to elongate it.
[0008] U.S. Pat. No. 4,852,874, issued to C.G. Sleichter, Ill et al, disclose an exercise device that includes an elastic loop having free ends spliced together, generally tubular handles disposed in diametrically opposed relation to one another on the loop and an elastic retainer sleeve surrounding intermediate portions of the loop between the handles. The device is conformable for use in performing a wide variety of exercises and for performing a selected number of repetitions of each exercise by grasping the handles and stretching against the resistance load of the loop and the retainer means. The handles can be grasped either by the hands or by a combination of hands and feet to perform various exercises or may be grasped between the feet or ankle portions to perform other exercises. In modified forms of the invention, one of the handles is made rigid so as to simulate a racquet or golf club handle to be used in practicing forehand and backhand strokes or to simulate the golf swing. The exercises may be performed effectively in either the standing, sitting or fully prone position.
Other modified forms of invention include an anchor strap to facilitate practicing of the golf swing and a splice for joining together free ends of the loop into a unitary member.
[0009] U.S. Pat. No. 4,733,862, issued to J.V. Miller discloses an elastic resistance exerciser comprising an elongated elastic member having a loop formed at each end, a tubular handle slidably fit onto each loop of the elastic member, and a self-locking slider having three holes;
with the elastic member slidably threaded through two of the holes and terminating the end of each loop in the third hole of each slider; the slider being adjustable along the elastic member, whereby the size of the loop may be varied by moving the slider with no tension on the loop, but self-locking by the application of tension to the loop. A preferred embodiment provides a band of flexible material attached approximately to the center of the length of an elastic member having tote than Orie-tlattittletheht:
[0010] The above-mentioned patents each use elastic cable which functions as a resistance tool for exercising the body. In some cases the elastic/rubber cable is the only thing necessary to achieve the complete workout. In other cases a secondary product, such as a door, a handle or some sort of stationary device is required in order to use the product as designed.
[0011] There are a variety of patents that disclose exercise systems related to chairs. For example, U.S. Pat. No. 5,470,298, issued to J.L. Curtis; U.S. Pat. No.
5,417,643, issued to M.D.
Taylor; U.S. Pat. No. 5,387,171, issued to M.E. Casey; U.S. Pat. No.
5,080,353, issued to L.
Teach; U.S. Pat. No. 5,044,633, issued to B.A. Rice; U.S. Pat. No. 4,921,247, issued to J.F.
Sterling; U.S. Pat. No. 4,838,547, issued to J.F. Sterling; U.S. Pat. No.
4,720,099, issued to R.B.
Carlson; U.S. Pat. No. 1,279,120, issued to J.H. Kellogg; U.S. Publicn No.
2002/0173412 to K.W. Stearns; and, U.S. Publicn No. 2002/0077228 to R.W. McBride each disclose chair-related related exercise devices which have generally complicated designs.
[0012] U.S. Pat. No. 4,913,423, issued to M.R. Farran, discloses a furniture article, such as a seating article, for residential and office use that includes a frame housing, one or more exercise apparatus that are located in the armrest, the back and the seating base. The frame is selectively covered to provide the seating article with the appearance of a conventional furniture article used in the home or office. Each exercise apparatus employs a cable extending through the covering to communicate a source of resistive force from within the frame to a user outside of the frame. On the end of the cable outside of the covering is a handle or a foot stirrup by which the user pulls the cable out of the seating article. A cover conceals the handle or foot stirrup as well as the end of the cable while the exercise aspects of the furniture article are not being utilized. As in the other patents, discussed above, the Farran system is somewhat complicated. Furthermore, it is non-mobile and is limited in the amount of workout routines allotted.
[0013] U.S. Pat. No. 5,362,296, issued to L. Wang et al., discloses a chair mounting exercising unit includes two swinging arms having a bottom end fastened to either end of a substantially U-shaped locating rod being fixed to the back of a chair by a knob controlled lock device and a slotted side extension plate in the middle at an outer side movably hung on a screw bolt at either end of a horizontal frame on the back of the chair and a top end coupled with a pulley wheel assembly, and two elastic pull ropes respectively inserted through either pulley wheel assembly and fastened to either swinging arm and an opposite end coupled with a handle.
With the increasing population of elderly persons and their desire for increased exercise there is a concomitant growing need for exercise equipment that the elderly can easily and efficiently use.
The '296 patent system has two swinging arms each having a bottom end connected to either end of the locating rod and attached to either locating wheel. A mobile/moving system is not generally preferred for use with the elderly and is somewhat complicated.
Positioning of the swinging arms requires time and labor. The present invention, as will be disclosed below, is dedign'ed fdr"gildcifid'exdrolibi"Aidl excellent for users who have limited range of movement.
It allows for a very stable environment minimizing movement in the setup process and eliminating the need for pulley arms. The present invention also allows the user to change cables without having to get up from the chair since all of the cable connections are set up on the sides of the chair versus the cables connections being on the back of the chair as disclosed in the '296 patent.
[0014] U.S. Pat. No. 5,674,167, issued to G.D. Piaget et al., discloses a strength training exercise apparatus includes a frame having an upright back rest, and a horizontal seat, and further includes opposing arm members pivotally mounted to the back rest. The arm members are movable through an arcuate range of motion, and include locking pins for selectively locking =
the arm members in desired angular positions. The apparatus still further includes a resistance assembly consisting of a fixed anchor mounted on the frame, a movable anchor which is movable relative to the fixed anchor, and a plurality of elastomeric resistance cords releasably secured between the movable anchor and the fixed anchor to provide resistance to movement of the movable anchor. A pull line is mounted on guide pulleys along the length of the arm members, and is received in association with the movable anchor whereby outward movement of the pull line with respect to the arm members causes movement of the movable anchor with respect to the fixed anchor. The exercise apparatus further consists of a leg member pivotally mounted to the seat, and a second resistance assembly including a second movable anchor coupled to the leg member, and a second plurality of elastomeric resistance cords secured between the fixed anchor and the second movable anchor for providing resistance to pivotal movement of the leg member. Seniors need ease of use when it involves getting on and off of the chair. The '167 patent system has opposing arm members pivotally mounted to the back rest. The arm members are movable through an arcuate range of motion and include locking pins for selectively locking the arm members in desired angular positions.
While using the '167 device the user typically needs to get off of the chair in order to make the rear and lower connections. As noted above and as will be disclosed below, the exercise chair of the present invention allows the user to remain seated to make the necessary connections on the side of the chair.
[0015] U.S. Pat. No. 5,899,836, issued to P. Chen, discloses an exerciser includes a foot support secured in front of a base. A lever has a lower portion pivotally coupled to the base and has a bracket and a seat cushion pivotally secured on tops for allowing the seat cushion to be moved upward and downward. A tube is secured to the bracket for supporting one or more pulleys. The base has one or more pulleys secured to the front and the rear portions. One or more resilient members are engaged with the pulleys. A handle may be secured to the resilient member for conducting pulling exercises. The tube and a pulley may be moved upward and downward in concert with the seat cushion. The present invention does not have a secured foot rest and does not require the use of levers. The '836 design requires many steps for exercise setup and disassembly.
[0016] U.S. Pat. No. 6,117,056, issued to T. F. Cataldi, Jr. et al., discloses an exercise device attachable to the seat portion of a chair to resist forces applied in performing isotonic exercises. The device includes a strap securable to a chair and a seat pad positionable on the strap for supporting an exerciser and has D-rings secured to the strap and the seat pad for attachment of an elastic band for performing arm isotonic exercises with a hand band attachment. The device also includes a front flap securable at one end between the seat pad and strap and securable at an opposite end to a downwardly forward portion of the chair for performing leg isotonic exercises with an attached elastic band and an ankle strap attachment.
[0017] U.S. Pat. No. 6,159,133, issued to R. C. Shugg, discloses a seat mounted workout station system is provided including a seating assembly having a seat portion and a back portion. Also included is a frame mounted on a rear surface of the back portion of the seating assembly. Next provided is a plurality of tension members connected to the frame and further connected to cables which are routed through the frame via pulleys. Hand grips are connected to the cables for being gripped by a user.
[0018] As noted above, with the increasing population of elderly persons and their desire for increased exercise there is an associated growing need for exercise equipment that the elderly can easily and efficiently use. As will be disclosed below, the present invention satisfies these needs.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0019] In one broad aspect, the present invention is an exercise resistance cable apparatus for engagement with a pulley assembly of a support structure and with a cable locking pin of an anchor assembly of the support structure. The exercise resistance cable apparatus includes an elastic exercise resistance cable. A
cable anchor ring is securely connected to a first end of the elastic exercise resistance cable. A handgrip is connected to a second end of the elastic exercise resistance cable. During use the elastic exercise resistance cable is directed through an activity bay of the pulley assembly and ultimately attached, via the cable anchor ring, to the cable locking pin of the anchor assembly of the support structure. The exercise resistance cable apparatus is particularly adapted to be used with an exercise chair having a frame with pulley assemblies defining a plurality of activity bays positioned at desired locations thereon. Preferably, four pulley assemblies are utilized -two pulleys at shoulder level and two pulleys at ankle level, at opposing sides of the chair.
Two anchor assemblies are preferably used - each at seat level, also at opposing sides of the chair.
[0019a] In another broad aspect, there is provided an exercise system, comprising: a) a chair; b) a first pulley assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected pulley location, said first pulley assembly having a first activity bay; c) a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly having a first cable locking pin; and, d) a first exercise resistance cable apparatus, comprising: i. an elastic exercise resistance cable; ii. a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, said cable anchor ring being constructed and arranged to allow removable engagement with said first cable locking pin; and, iii. a handgrip connected to a second end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, wherein said first anchor assembly comprises: i. a base securely attached to said chair at said anchor assembly location; and, ii. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing said cable anchor ring, wherein during use said elastic exercise resistance cable is directed through said first activity bay of said first pulley assembly and ultimately removably attached, via said cable anchor ring, to said cable locking pin of said first anchor assembly of the chair.
[0019b] In still another broad aspect, there is provided a universal gym exercise system, comprising: a) a main frame; b) a plurality of exercise components associated with said main frame, at least one of said exercise components, 5a comprising: i. a chair; ii. a first pulley assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected pulley location, said first pulley assembly having a first activity bay; iii. a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly having a first cable locking pin; and iv.
a first exercise resistance cable apparatus, comprising: 1. an elastic exercise resistance cable; 2. a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, said cable anchor ring being constructed and arranged to allow removable engagement with said first cable locking pin; and 3. a handgrip connected to a second end of said elastic exercise resistance cable;
wherein said first anchor assembly comprises: I. a base securely attached to said chair at said anchor assembly location; and, ii. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing said cable anchor ring, wherein during use said elastic exercise resistance cable is directed through said first activity bay of said first pulley assembly and ultimately removably attached, via said cable anchor ring, to said cable locking pin of the first anchor assembly of the chair.
[0019c] In a further broad aspect, there is provided an exercise chair for an exercise system, said exercise system of a type that utilizes an exercise resistance cable apparatus of a type that includes an elastic exercise resistance cable;
a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, and; a handgrip connected to a second end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, said exercise chair comprising: a) a chair frame; b) a first pulley assembly securely attached to said chair frame at a first selected pulley location, said first pulley assembly having a first activity bay; and, c) a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair frame at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly having a first cable locking pin, wherein said first anchor assembly comprises: i. a base securely attached to said chair frame at said anchor assembly location; and, ii. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing said cable anchor ring; and, wherein during use said elastic exercise resistance cable is directed through said first activity bay of said first pulley assembly and ultimately removably attached, via said cable anchor ring, to said cable locking pin of the first anchor 5b assembly of the chair frame; and, wherein: a) said first anchor assembly is positioned at approximately seat level on a first side of said chair frame; and, b) said first pulley assembly is positioned at approximately shoulder height level of said first side of said chair frame, said exercise system, further comprising: a) a second pulley assembly positioned at approximately ankle height level of said first side of said chair frame; b) a second anchor assembly positioned at approximately seat level on a second side of said chair frame; c) a third pulley assembly positioned at approximately shoulder height level of said second side of said chair frame; and, d) a fourth pulley assembly positioned at approximately ankle height level of said second side of said chair frame, wherein: i. said first and second pulley assemblies are operationally associated with said first anchor assembly; and, ii. said third and fourth pulley assemblies are operationally associated with said second anchor assembly.
[0019d] In a still further broad aspect, there is provided use of an exercise system comprising: a) directing a first exercise resistance cable apparatus through an activity bay of first pulley assembly attached to a chair at a first selected pulley location, said first exercise resistance cable apparatus of a type that includes an elastic exercise resistance cable; a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, said cable anchor ring being constructed and arranged to allow removable engagement with said first cable locking pin, and; a handgrip connected to a second end of said elastic exercise resistance cable; b) directing said first exercise resistance cable apparatus toward a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly having a first cable locking pin, wherein said first anchor assembly comprises: i. a base securely attached to said chair at said anchor assembly location; and, ii. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing said cable anchor ring; c) attaching the cable anchor ring of said first exercise resistance cable apparatus to said first cable locking pin; and, d) utilizing said handgrip to move and stretch said first exercise resistance cable apparatus for exercise.
5c [0019e] In yet another broad aspect, there is provided an exercise chair for an exercise system, said exercise system of a type that utilizes an exercise resistance cable apparatus of a type that includes an exercise resistance cable having a first end being connectable to an exercise chair, and; a handgrip connected to a second end of said exercise resistance cable, said exercise chair comprising: a) a chair frame; b) a first force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a first selected location at approximately shoulder height level at the left side of said chair frame; c) a second force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a second selected location at approximately shoulder height level at the right side of said chair frame; d) a third force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a third selected location at approximately ankle height level at the right side of said chair frame; e) a fourth force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a fourth selected location at approximately ankle height level at the left side of said chair frame; and, f) means for connecting the first end of a resistance cable to a selected position on said chair frame comprising a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly comprising: i. a base securely attached to said chair frame at said anchor assembly location; and, ii. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing a cable anchor ring, wherein said first, second, third and fourth force directing means provide a redirection of force applied by a user at said shoulder and ankle height levels for a selectable exercise using a resistance cable.
[0019f] In a yet further broad aspect, there is provided an exercise system, comprising: a) an exercise chair, comprising: i. a chair frame; ii. a first force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a first selected location at approximately shoulder height level at the left side of said chair frame; iii.
a second force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a second selected location at approximately shoulder height level at the right side of said chair frame; iv.
a third force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a third selected location at approximately ankle height level at the right side of said chair frame; v. a fourth force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a fourth selected 5d location at approximately ankle height level at the left side of said chair frame; and, vi.
means for connecting the first end of a resistance cable to a selected position on said chair frame comprising a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly comprising: 1. a base securely attached to said chair frame at said anchor assembly location;
and, 2.
a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing a cable anchor ring, wherein said first, second, third and fourth force directing means provide a redirection of force applied by a user at said shoulder and ankle height levels for a selectable exercise using a resistance cable; and, b) an exercise resistance cable apparatus, comprising: i. an exercise resistance cable having a first end being connectable to said exercise chair; ii. a handgrip connected to a second end of said exercise resistance cable; and, iii. a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, said cable anchor ring being constructed and arranged to allow removable engagement with said cable locking pin.
[0020] The systems of the present invention are particularly advantageous for use with elderly persons. The present invention is easy to use, particularly for the elderly, because, assuming that the chairs are set up, the person merely picks up the desired cables and brings those 5e 6151teto oi) her'i/606Lif: tgitidn'!:, attaches the cable(s) and is ready to work out.
[0021] Foldable chairs may be utilized that can be stored or kept in a variety of places such as in the home, hotels, retirement communities, health clubs, and physical therapy centers. Use of such foldable chairs provides a very mobile environment.
[0022] The present exercise system provides strength training without the stress of a pre-designed rigid machine. A person can take cables, connect them to the anchor assembly and exercise in accordance with his body height and size.
[0023] The chair may be integrated into a universal gym system and utilized with a variety of exercises.
[0024] Use of the present invention has several advantages over the prior art.
It allows the user to easily change resistance levels and adjust resistant lengths -- all from a seated position. The present inventive concepts provide safe, low impact exercise solutions that are easy to use and make the user feel better. The folding resistance chair provides a very convenient home exercise system. The chair allows the user to perform a full body workout from a safe, comfortable seated position. When seated, balance and stability is maintained as the arms, chest, shoulders, abdomen, back, and legs are exercised. The anchor assemblies ensure that the cable remains at the best angle for each exercise. The unique cable system offers a wide range of upper body and lower body exercises and provides resistance without use of heavy weights. When utilizing the resistance cables with the resistance chair, the user is provided with a safe, comfortable, secure and well rounded exercise routine.
[0025] The resistance chair has a pair of front legs that are each forwardly curved at an intermediate region thereof to enhance weight distribution for optimizing stability. This weight distribution design ("WDD") provides a secure and safe structure particularly advantageous utilizing recommended balance bar exercise routines.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0026] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of the exercise resistance cable apparatus of the present invention.
[0027] Figure 2 is a perspective view of an exercise chair Of the first embodiment of the present invention with two exercise resistance cable apparatus' shown attached thereto.
[0028] Figure 3 is an enlarged perspective view of a cable expansion anchor engaged with an activity bay of the support structure.
[0029] Figure 4 is a perspective view of an alternate version of an exercise chair which is foldable.
[0030] Figure 5 perspective view of a first embodiment of universal exercise gym system in accordance with the principles of the present invention.

L0081 Figure-151s alperspectiveview ot an alternate universal exercise gym system witnout a stepper assembly but still utilizing the resistance cable setup of the first embodiment.
[0032] Figure 7 is perspective view of another embodiment of the exercise resistance cable apparatus of the present invention in which a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of the elastic exercise resistance cable, that engages a pulley assembly of a support structure, is used to connect to an anchor assembly of the support structure.
[0033] Figure 8 is an enlarged perspective view of the anchor assembly of the Figure 7 embodiment showing the resistance cable detached and adjacent to that anchor assembly.
[0034] Figure 9 is an exploded perspective view of a pulley assembly in accordance with the principles of the present invention.
[0035] Figure 10 is an enlarged perspective view of an exercise chair with four exercise resistance cable apparatus' shown attached, the chair including a balance bar.
[0036] Figure 11 is a left side perspective view of the exercise chair of Figure 10 with a user shown using the lower exercise resistance cable apparatus.
[0037] Figure 12 is a perspective view of a universal exercise gym system in accordance with the principles of the present invention, utilizing the exercise resistance cable apparatus of Figure 7.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0038] Referring now to the drawings and the characters of reference marked thereon, Figure 1 illustrates a first embodiment of the exercise resistance cable apparatus of the present invention, designated generally as 10. The exercise resistance cable apparatus 10 includes a first cable/anchor module 12 and a handgrip 14. Additional cable/anchor modules 12', 12" are connected to the first cable/anchor module 12. The cable/anchor modules 12 are serially connected to provide a desired user length and resistance.
[0039] Each cable/anchor module 12 includes an elastic exercise resistance cable 16 which is connected at an end thereof to a cable expansion anchor 18. Each cable expansion anchor 18 is preferably spool-shaped and includes a shaft 20 and two longitudinally spaced radially extending flanges 22.
[0040] The additional cable/anchor modules 12', 12", ...12" are connected to provide the correct user length and resistance commensurate with the user's strength. Generally, the resistance is tied to the thickness or grade of materials used for the cable. Preferably, a varying degree of cables are implemented for use with this invention. They may be categorized, for example, in terms of light, medium and heavy resistance. Or, they may be more particularly be referred to relative to their resistance in pounds, i.e., Light - 5 to 15 lbs of resistance, Medium - 16 to 30 lbs of resistance. Heavy - 31 to 45 lbs of resistance.

WO 2005/081899 ..................................... PCT/US2005/005386 [0041] The-ef&tit-thcerdi e"re'di thlite cables 16 are preferably formed of rubber; however, they may be formed of other suitable stretchable materials.
[0042] The cable expansion anchors 18 are preferably formed of hardened rubber; however, they may be formed of other strong materials.
[0043] Referring now to Figure 2, the exercise resistance cable apparatus 10 is shown having been attached to an exercise chair, designated generally as 24. The chair 24 includes a chair frame 26 and a number of activity bays 28a-f and 30a-f. Each activity bay 28, 30 includes a slot 32 which is preferably L-shaped. The slots are positioned at desired locations on the chair frame 26 which are associated with designated exercises. The activity bays 28 are strategically placed on the resistance chairs to allow comfortable, ergonomically friendly and safe exercise routines. A shaft 20 of the chosen expansion anchor 18 is friction fitted within a desired slot 32.
The slots 32 are oriented in the reverse direction of the applied pulling force for a designated exercise routine. Although Figure 2 shows the resistance cables as projecting out horizontally, this is for the purpose of more clearly showing the features of the invention.
The resistance cables are typically much more flaccid than as shown in this figure. (This is also the case with some of the illustrations of these cables in subsequent figures.) [0044] Various exercise routines are available at the activity bays 28:
[0045] A. Activity bays 28a, 30a:
[0046] i) Abdominal crunchs --Stomach Abdominal, Oblique.
[0047] iii) Triceps press ¨ Arms --Triceps, Flexor Carpi Radials, Palmaris Longus [0048] iii) Decline Press ¨Chest -- Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi [0049] iv) Chest Press ¨ Chest Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi [0050] B. Activity bays 28b, 30b:
[0051] i) Chest Fly -- Chest -- Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi [0052] C. Activity bays 28c, 30c:
[0053] i) Incline Press -- Chest ¨ Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi [0054] D. Activity bays 28d, 30d:
[0055] i) Triceps Press Arms - Triceps, Flexor Carpi Radials, Palmaris Longus [0056] ii) Overhead Press -- Shoulders - Anterior Deltoid, Middle Deltoid, Triceps [0057] E. Activity bays 28e, 30e:
[0058] i) Triceps Press -- Arms - Triceps, Flexor Carpi Radials, Palmaris Longus [0059] ii) Overhead Press -- Shoulders - Anterior Deltoid, Middle Deltoid, Triceps [0060] F. Activity bays 28f, 30f:
[0061] i) Arm Curls Arms ¨ Biceps/Forearms-Extensor Digitorum, Brachioradialis [0062] ii) Upright Rows Shoulders - Anterior Deltoid, Middle Deltoid [0063] iii) Lateral Raises -- Shoulders - Anterior Deltoid, Middle Deltoid [0064] iv) Front Raises -- Shoulders - Anterior Deltoid, Middle Deltoid [0065] v) Rear Delts Back - Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major, Rear Deltoid [0056]" vi) Nem mows.-- Mck - Middle and Lower Trapezius, Platysma [0067] Still referring to Figure 2, the top part of the seat back preferably includes a balance bar section 33. The balance bar section 33 provides the capability of performing the following exercises:
[0068] i) Squats ¨ Legs - - Gluteus Maximus, Satorius, Vastus Medialis, Vastus Lateralis, Rectus Femoris [0069] ii) Balancing ¨ Body - - Mental and muscular and body control [0070] iii) Stretching -- Body - Range allows for stretching of various upper and lower muscle groups [0071] iv) Calf Raises Gastrocnemius Muscle both Medial and Lateral heads [0072] Referring now to Figure 3, a cable expansion anchor 18 is shown engaged with an activity bay 28 of a support structure. The cable expansion anchor 18 is securely friction fit within the activity bay 28 so as to allow minimal movement.
[0073] Referring now to Figure 4 implementation of the principles of the present invention are shown with respect to a folding chair, designated generally as 34. As in the non-folding version, the folding chair 34 includes a plurality of activity bays 28, 30. Folding chairs 34 provide for convenient storage in a side-by-side manner while the non-folding embodiments 24 conveniently stack upon each other.
[0074] Referring now to Figure 5, implementation of the principles of this invention is shown relative to a universal gym exercise system, designated generally as 36. This universal gym exercise system 36 includes a main frame, designated generally as 38, and a number of exercise components associated with the main frame. One of these components includes a support structure, i.e. exercise chair 40, having activity bays 42. Other components of the exercise system 36 may include a stepper assembly 44, a handle assembly 46, an ergometer 48, and a step rotator assembly 50. There is a wide variety of exercise equipment that can be connected to the frame 38, for example, a rowing machine or elliptical machine.
[0075] Referring now to Figure 6, another embodiment of a universal gym is illustrated, designated generally as 52. Universal gym 52 is similar to that of Figure 5;
however, the stepper assembly 44 is omitted. The universal gyms disclosed in this patent application will be marketed and distributed under the trademark Resistance Gym TM
[0076] Although the present invention as thus far been described with reference to a exercise resistance cable apparatus having a handle at one end, Figure 6 illustrates an alternate embodiment, designated generally as 54, in which the handles 56 are provided at both ends of the exercise resistance cable apparatus 54.
[0077] Referring now to Figure 7, another embodiment of the exercise resistance cable apparatus is illustrated, designated generally as 60. In this embodiment, the exercise resistance cable apparatus 60 includes an elastic exercise resistance cable, designated generally as 62; a cable anchor ring, designated generally as 64, securely connected to a first end of the elastic ,exerci e''rdsligalieeteibl'e062;-ginU; blihandgrip, designated generally as 66, connected to a second end of the elastic exercise resistance cable 62. The exercise resistance cable 62, as noted relative to the previous embodiment, may be formed of rubber or other suitable stretchable materials. These exercise resistance cable apparatuses will be sold and marketed under the trademark Resistance Anchor Cable TM
[0078] The cable anchor ring 64 includes a circular section 68 and an integral extension 70 extending from the circular section 68. The integral extension 70 is securely attached to the first end of the elastic exercise resistance cable 62. Although the cable anchor ring 64 is shown as having a circular section 68 obviously other shapes for the ring can be used as long as it provides a suitable connection as described below. A plastic cover 72 is preferably positioned around the integral extension 70 and the portion of the first end of the elastic exercise resistance cable 62 in the vicinity of the integral extension 70. The plastic cover 72 may be color coded to define a selected level of resistance. The hand grip 66 preferably includes a spring 74 and D-ring 76 connection.
[0079] Referring now to Figure 8, the cable anchor ring 64 of the exercise resistance cable apparatus 60 connects to an anchor assembly, designated generally as 78, of a support structure 80. The anchor assembly 78 includes a base 82 securely attached to the support structure 80 at a selected anchor assembly location, as will be discussed in detail below.
[0080] A pair of spaced parallel support rails 84 extends from respective sides of the base 82 and serves as a guideway for the elastic exercise resistance cable 62. A cable locking pin 86 extends from the base 82 for securing the cable anchor ring 64.
[0081] Referring now to Figure 10, application of the exercise resistance cable apparatus 60 to a support structure comprising a chair, designated generally as 88, is illustrated. In this exercise system, designated generally as 89, the chair frame 90 of the chair 88 has a first anchor assembly 78 secured thereto at approximately seat level on a first side of the chair frame and second anchor assembly 78' secured thereto at approximately seat level on a second side of the chair frame 90. The support rails 84 are directed toward a first pulley assembly, designated generally as 92, positioned at approximately shoulder height level on the first side of the chair frame 90.
[0082] Referring now to Figure 9, an exploded view of the pulley assembly 92 is illustrated. The pulley assembly 92. The pulley assembly 92 includes a u-bracket 94 secured to the support structure 90. The u-bracket 94 has a pair of arms 96 having respective u-bracket openings therein. A pulley 98 has a pulley opening 100 extending through a first portion thereof. The pulley 98 has a second portion having an activity bay opening 102 formed therein defining an activity bay for receiving a resistance cable 62. A pulley pin 104 extends through the pulley opening 100 and through the u-bracket openings 96 to secure the pulley 98 to the support structure 90.
[0083] Referring again now to Figure 10, it can be seen that the chair 88 includes a second INIleyoadseftibly406 po itibheitl;bt bpproximately ankle height level on the first side of the chair frame 90, a third pulley assembly 92' positioned at approximately shoulder height level on the second side of the chair frame 90 and a fourth pulley assembly 106' positioned at approximately ankle height level on the second side of the chair frame. During use, the operator can connect the resistance cables in the desired orientation. Each elastic exercise resistance cable is directed through an associated activity bay of its associated pulley assembly and ultimately attached, via its cable anchor ring, to the cable locking pin of that anchor assembly.
[0084] As most clearly seen in Figure 11 both of the exercise resistance cable apparatus 60 on each side of the chair share a common anchor assembly 78.
[0085] Various exercise routines are available using the upper and lower pulleys, as follows:
[0086] A. Upper Pulley Activity bays 92, 92':
[0087] i) Abdominal crunches --Stomach -- Abdominal, Oblique.
[0088] iii) Triceps press ¨ Arms --Triceps, Flexor Carpi Radials, Palmaris Longus [0089] iii) Decline Press ¨Chest Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi [0090] iv) Chest Press ¨ Chest Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi [0091] v) Chest Fly -- Chest Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi [0092] vi) Incline Press -- Chest -- Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi [0093] vii) Triceps Press Arms - Triceps, Flexor Carpi Radials, Palmaris Longus [0094] viii) Overhead Press -- Shoulders - Anterior Deltoid, Middle Deltoid, Triceps [0095] B. Lower Pulley Activity bays 106, 106':
[0096] i) Arm Curls Arms ¨ Biceps/Forearms-Extensor Digitorum, Brachioradialis [0097] ii) Upright Rows Shoulders - Anterior Deltoid, Middle Deltoid [0098] iii) Lateral Raises -- Shoulders - Anterior Deltoid, Middle Deltoid [0099] iv) Front Raises -- Shoulders - Anterior Deltoid, Middle Deltoid [00100] v) Rear Delts -- Back - Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major, Rear Deltoid [00101] vi) Neck Rows -- Back and Neck - Middle and Lower Trapezius, Platysma [00102] Thus, the activity bays are strategically placed on the resistance chairs to allow comfortable, ergonomically friendly and safe exercise routines.
[00103] The top part of the seat back preferably includes a balance bar section 108. The balance bar section 108 provides the capability of performing the following exercises:
[00104] i) Squats ¨ Legs - - Gluteus Maximus, Satorius, Vastus Medialis, Vastus Lateralis, Rectus Femoris [00105] ii) Balancing -- Body - - Mental and muscular and body control [00106] iii) Stretching -- Body - Range allows for stretching of various upper and lower muscle groups [00107] iv) Calf Raises -- Gastrocnemius Muscle both Medial and Lateral heads [00108] This exercise chair 88 will be marketed and distributed under the trademark Resistance ChairTM.

[001,091A Stepper al CI MartielUtiliZed with tne exercise cnair bd. I ne stepper 11u incivaes flanges 112 that have openings 114 for engaging the feet 116 of the chair 88.
When positioned on the front feet 116 the chair effectively locks the stepper 110 in place to prevent slippage and obviate potential injuries. The stepper 110 positions the person in a beneficial posture for increased balance and stability. This stepper 110 will be marketed and distributed under the trademark Health StepTM.
[00110] When positioned on the rear feet 118, as shown by the phantom lines, the stepper 110 serves as a secure platform for calf raises, squats, balancing and stretching.
[00111] A back support assembly 120 includes a back support 122 and clips 124 for engaging the balance bar section 108 of the chair frame 76. This back support assembly 120 will be marketed and distributed under the trademark PosturePropTM. The back support assembly 120 positions the user forwardly to provide him with a beneficial posture and positioning on the chair 88. In this embodiment, the balance bar section 108 is part of the chair frame 90. As in the explanation above, the balance bar section 108 provides the capability of performing various exercises.
[00112] The front legs of the chair frame 90 are each forwardly curved at an intermediate region thereof to enhance weight distribution for optimizing stability. This weight distribution design ('WDD") provides a secure and safe embodiment of the structure while utilizing recommended balance bar exercise routines. The need for enhanced stability is imperative for exercise equipment intended for senior use. Generally, senior citizens may not have the balancing capabilities that younger persons have. Furthermore, they are more susceptible to injury from a fall.
[00113] Referring now to Figure 12, implementation of the principles of this invention is shown relative to a universal gym exercise system, designated generally as 126. As in the Figure 5 embodiment, this system includes a main frame, designated generally as 126, and a number of exercise components associated with the main frame. One of these components includes a support structure, i.e. exercise chair 128, having activity bays at various positions. Other components of the exercise system 126 may include a handle assembly 130, an ergometer (i.e.
handbike) 132, and a recumbent bike assembly 134. There is a wide variety of exercise equipment that can be connected to the frame 114, for example, a rowing machine, elliptical machine 136, a stepper, or e.g., a number of leisure activity sporting enhancements concepts such as golf or tennis swing strengtheners.
[00114] Activity bays 138, 138' are positioned on respective extensions 140, 142 of the seat back frame section of the exercise chair 128. Anchor assembly 144 and its associated anchor assembly (not visible in this figure) on the other side of the chair are positioned on the seat bottom frame section 146 of the chair. Activity bays 148, 148' are located on the pedestal section 150 of the chair 128.
[00115] Obviously, many modifications and variations of the present invention are possible in gight.of theNatiovellteachitagt:o Iti;itheretore, to be understooa tnat within the scope ot the appended claims, the invention may be practiced otherwise than as specifically described. For example, although this invention has been described relative to its use with an exercise chair other applications are possible such as utilizing these inventive concepts with a flat support structure that would be placed underneath a person who is bed ridden or does not have use of their legs. This embodiment would slide under the user and allow them, from a laying down position, to use the system as if they were sitting in the chair.
[00116] What is claimed is:

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CLAIMS:
1. An exercise system, comprising:
a) a chair;
b) a first pulley assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected pulley location, said first pulley assembly having a first activity bay;
c) a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly having a first cable locking pin; and, d) a first exercise resistance cable apparatus, comprising:
i. an elastic exercise resistance cable;
ii. a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, said cable anchor ring being constructed and arranged to allow removable engagement with said first cable locking pin; and, iii. a handgrip connected to a second end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, wherein said first anchor assembly comprises:
i. a base securely attached to said chair at said anchor assembly location; and, ii. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing said cable anchor ring, wherein during use said elastic exercise resistance cable is directed through said first activity bay of said first pulley assembly and ultimately removably attached, via said cable anchor ring, to said cable locking pin of said first anchor assembly of the chair.

2. The exercise system of Claim 1 wherein said first pulley assembly, comprises:
a) a u-bracket secured to said chair, said u-bracket having a pair of arms having respective u-bracket openings therein;
b) a pulley having a pulley opening extending through a first portion thereof, said pulley having a second portion having an activity bay opening formed therein defining said activity bay; and, c) a pulley pin extending through said pulley opening and through said u-bracket openings to secure said pulley to said chair.
3. The exercise system of Claim 1 wherein said first anchor assembly, comprises:
a pair of spaced parallel support rails extending from respective sides of said base and directed toward said first pulley assembly to provide access to, and serve as a guideway for said first elastic exercise resistance cable.
4. The exercise system of Claim 1 wherein:
a) said chair comprises a chair frame;
b) said first anchor assembly is positioned at approximately seat level on a first side of said chair frame; and, c) said first pulley assembly is positioned at approximately shoulder height level on said first side of said chair frame, said exercise system, further comprising:
a) a second pulley assembly positioned at approximately ankle height level on said first side of said chair frame;

b) a second anchor assembly positioned at approximately seat level on a second side of said chair frame;
c) a third pulley assembly positioned at approximately shoulder height level on said second side of said chair frame; and, d) a fourth pulley assembly positioned at approximately ankle height level on said second side of said chair frame, wherein 1) said first and second pulley assemblies are operationally associated with said first anchor assembly; and, 2) said third and fourth pulley assemblies are operationally associated with said second anchor assembly.
5. The exercise system of Claim 1 wherein said chair comprises a folding chair.
6. The exercise system of Claim 1 wherein said chair has a pair of front feet and a pair of rear feet, said exercise system further comprising:
a stepper including a plurality of spaced openings so arranged and constructed to engage said front feet and rear feet of said chair.
7. The exercise system of Claim 1 wherein said chair has a seat back having an upper portion defining a balance bar section, said exercise system further comprising:
a back support assembly including a back support and clips attached to said back support assembly for engagement with said balance bar section, said back support assembly for positioning the user forwardly to provide him with a beneficial posture and positioning for an enhanced exercise range of motion.
8. A universal gym exercise system, comprising:
a) a main frame;

b) a plurality of exercise components associated with said main frame, at least one of said exercise components, comprising:
i. a chair;
ii. a first pulley assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected pulley location, said first pulley assembly having a first activity bay;
iii. a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly having a first cable locking pin; and iv. a first exercise resistance cable apparatus, comprising:
1. an elastic exercise resistance cable;
2. a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, said cable anchor ring being constructed and arranged to allow removable engagement with said first cable locking pin; and 3. a handgrip connected to a second end of said elastic exercise resistance cable;
wherein said first anchor assembly comprises:
i. a base securely attached to said chair at said anchor assembly location; and, ii. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing said cable anchor ring, wherein during use said elastic exercise resistance cable is directed through said first activity bay of said first pulley assembly and ultimately removably attached, via said cable anchor ring, to said cable locking pin of the first anchor assembly of the chair.

9. The universal gym exercise system of Claim 8 wherein said chair comprises a seat back frame section for supporting said first pulley assembly and a second pulley assembly, said first and second pulley assemblies being positioned at approximately shoulder height on opposing sides of said chair.
10. The universal gym exercise system of Claim 8 wherein said chair comprises:
a) a seat back frame section for supporting said first pulley assembly and a second pulley assembly, said first and second pulley assemblies being positioned at approximately shoulder height on opposing sides of said chair;
b) a pedestal section for supporting a third and a fourth pulley assembly, said third and fourth pulley assemblies being positioned at approximately ankle height on opposing sides of said chair;
said first anchor assembly and a second anchor assembly being positioned at approximately ankle level at opposing sides of a seat frame section of said chair.
11. An exercise chair for an exercise system, said exercise system of a type that utilizes an exercise resistance cable apparatus of a type that includes an elastic exercise resistance cable; a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, and; a handgrip connected to a second end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, said exercise chair comprising:
a) a chair frame;
b) a first pulley assembly securely attached to said chair frame at a first selected pulley location, said first pulley assembly having a first activity bay; and, c) a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair frame at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly having a first cable locking pin, wherein said first anchor assembly comprises:
i. a base securely attached to said chair frame at said anchor assembly location; and, ii. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing said cable anchor ring; and, wherein during use said elastic exercise resistance cable is directed through said first activity bay of said first pulley assembly and ultimately removably attached, via said cable anchor ring, to said cable locking pin of the first anchor assembly of the chair frame; and, wherein:
a) said first anchor assembly is positioned at approximately seat level on a first side of said chair frame; and, b) said first pulley assembly is positioned at approximately shoulder height level of said first side of said chair frame, said exercise system, further comprising:
a) a second pulley assembly positioned at approximately ankle height level of said first side of said chair frame;
b) a second anchor assembly positioned at approximately seat level on a second side of said chair frame;
c) a third pulley assembly positioned at approximately shoulder height level of said second side of said chair frame; and, d) a fourth pulley assembly positioned at approximately ankle height level of said second side of said chair frame, wherein:

i. said first and second pulley assemblies are operationally associated with said first anchor assembly; and, ii. said third and fourth pulley assemblies are operationally associated with said second anchor assembly.
12. The exercise chair of Claim 11 wherein said chair frame includes a pair of front legs, each front leg being forwardly curved at an intermediate region thereof to enhance weight distribution for optimizing stability.
13. Use of an exercise system comprising:
a) directing a first exercise resistance cable apparatus through an activity bay of first pulley assembly attached to a chair at a first selected pulley location, said first exercise resistance cable apparatus of a type that includes an elastic exercise resistance cable; a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, said cable anchor ring being constructed and arranged to allow removable engagement with said first cable locking pin, and; a handgrip connected to a second end of said elastic exercise resistance cable;
b) directing said first exercise resistance cable apparatus toward a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly having a first cable locking pin, wherein said first anchor assembly comprises:
i. a base securely attached to said chair at said anchor assembly location; and, ii. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing said cable anchor ring;

c) attaching the cable anchor ring of said first exercise resistance cable apparatus to said first cable locking pin; and, d) utilizing said handgrip to move and stretch said first exercise resistance cable apparatus for exercise.
14. An exercise chair for an exercise system, said exercise system of a type that utilizes an exercise resistance cable apparatus of a type that includes an exercise resistance cable having a first end being connectable to an exercise chair, and; a handgrip connected to a second end of said exercise resistance cable, said exercise chair comprising:
a) a chair frame;
b) a first force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a first selected location at approximately shoulder height level at the left side of said chair frame;
c) a second force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a second selected location at approximately shoulder height level at the right side of said chair frame;
d) a third force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a third selected location at approximately ankle height level at the right side of said chair frame;
e) a fourth force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a fourth selected location at approximately ankle height level at the left side of said chair frame; and, f) means for connecting the first end of a resistance cable to a selected position on said chair frame comprising a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly comprising:

i. a base securely attached to said chair frame at said anchor assembly location; and, ii. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing a cable anchor ring, wherein said first, second, third and fourth force directing means provide a redirection of force applied by a user at said shoulder and ankle height levels for a selectable exercise using a resistance cable.
15. An exercise system, comprising:
a) an exercise chair, comprising:
i. a chair frame;
ii. a first force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a first selected location at approximately shoulder height level at the left side of said chair frame;
iii. a second force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a second selected location at approximately shoulder height level at the right side of said chair frame;
iv. a third force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a third selected location at approximately ankle height level at the right side of said chair frame;
v. a fourth force directing means securely attached to said chair frame at a fourth selected location at approximately ankle height level at the left side of said chair frame; and, vi. means for connecting the first end of a resistance cable to a selected position on said chair frame comprising a first anchor assembly securely attached to said chair at a first selected anchor assembly location, said first anchor assembly comprising:
1. a base securely attached to said chair frame at said anchor assembly location; and,
2. a cable locking pin extending from said base for securing a cable anchor ring, wherein said first, second, third and fourth force directing means provide a redirection of force applied by a user at said shoulder and ankle height levels for a selectable exercise using a resistance cable; and, b) an exercise resistance cable apparatus, comprising:
i. an exercise resistance cable having a first end being connectable to said exercise chair;
ii. a handgrip connected to a second end of said exercise resistance cable; and, iii. a cable anchor ring securely connected to a first end of said elastic exercise resistance cable, said cable anchor ring being constructed and arranged to allow removable engagement with said cable locking pin.
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