EXCERCISE APPARATUS FOR SEATED USER, AND RELATED METHODS

摘要

An exercise apparatus and method are provided for permitting a seated user, such as a wheelchair occupant, to perform a variety of exercises, preferably including both lower extremity and upper body exercises, without the need to leave a seated position. The exercise apparatus includes a support base, and first and second foot assemblies each configured to receive a respective foot of a seated user of the apparatus. According to an embodiment, the first and second foot assemblies are mounted on the support base to permit selective performance and switching between a pivoting exercise and a translational sliding exercise.