Multi-function gymnastic device

Claim 1

A physical exercising apparatus comprising: a longitudinal ground-engaging base near one end of which a user seat is secured at a preselected position; a substantially rectangular frame pivotably connected to the another end of the longitudinal base such that the frame can either be closed against the base into a first position in which the frame is substantially coplanar with the base or be opened into a second position in which the frame is supported erect and substantially perpendicular to the base; and a pair of resistance assemblies, each comprising an elongated supporting member adapted to be coupled onto the frame, a pivoted movable lever being connected to one end of the support member and having a handle adapted to be grasped and moved by a user, and a resistance means coupled to the lever and the support member for providing resistance to movement of the lever; the lever being pivotably connected to the support member in such a manner that the lever can be rotated around the axis of the support member in addition to the pivotal movement with respect to the support member, the resistance means being coupled to the support member in such a manner that the resistance means can be rotated around the axis of the support member together with the lever; whereby the orientation of the frame and the handles as well as the levers can be readily arranged for various predetermined modes of exercises.