Skating Simulation Exercise Device

[0029]With reference to FIGS. 1a and 1b, the skating simulation exercising device 1, according to the present invention, includes a triangular frame 2 for mounting an inertial resistance apparatus, e.g. a flywheel 3, and an optional torso-supporting arm 4. Typically a smooth skating surface 5 is provided, which extends from the base of the frame 2, but an existing surface can be used, if the device 1 is permanently set up proximate a suitably smooth surface. Left and right sliding foot supports 6 and 7 are connected on the ends of left and right pull cables 8 and 9, respectively, and laterally confined by left and right guide cables 11 and 12, respectively. The resistance of the flywheel 3 can be adjusted by the rotation of vent covers 10, which regulate the amount of air that is passed through the vanes of the flywheel 3. The use of the flywheel 3 enables the user to stride until the flywheel 3 reaches a certain speed, i.e. revolutions per minute, pause for a period of time, i.e. simu