| 摘要 |
<p>An apparatus (1) and method for performing a lat pull down exercise are disclosed. A user support (11) and a primary hinge (30) are mounted to a frame (10). A secondary hinge (32, 34) is mounted to the primary hinge (30). An arm (60) mounted to the secondary hinge (32, 34) has a handle (61) adapted to be grasped by the user. The two hinges permit the user to displace the handle (61) in either or both the longitudinal and lateral directions. The resistance means may include an incremental weight stack (70) operably engaged to the handle (61) by belts (39, 40) directed by self-aligning pulleys (270). The arms (60) may be connected such that both handles (61) move the same longitudinal and/or lateral distance. To use the exercise machine, a user selects a weight for exercise, adjusts a knee pad (12) and sits on a seat (11), grasps the handle (61) and pulls downward toward his shoulder, moving the handle (61) longitudinally and laterally as he so chooses, overcoming the resistance.</p> |
