Structure and method for increasing proprioceptive demands on foot, ankle and lower leg
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1. An exercise apparatus comprising:
- a base having a plurality of projections extending upward from the base; and
at least one removable overlay having a thickness and apertures corresponding to the plurality of projections.
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Abstract
An exercise surface for increasing the proprioceptive demands on the foot, ankle and lower leg. The exercise surface includes a plurality of projections extending upward therefrom, and is adapted for use as an exercise mat or a treadmill belt.
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1. An exercise apparatus comprising:
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a base having a plurality of projections extending upward from the base; and
at least one removable overlay having a thickness and apertures corresponding to the plurality of projections. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
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9. A belt kit for a treadmill, the belt kit comprising:
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at least two belts dimensioned for use on the treadmill, the at least two belts each comprising a base having a plurality of projections extending upward from the base, wherein the at least two belts are different from each other in at least one of a size of the plurality of projections and a surface treatment. - View Dependent Claims (10, 11, 12, 13)
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14. An exercise system comprising:
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at least two exercise mats, the at least two exercise mats each comprising a base having a plurality of projections extending upward from the base, and wherein the at least two exercise mats are different from each other in at least one of a size of the plurality of projections and a surface treatment. - View Dependent Claims (15, 16, 17, 18)
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