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Abstract

An exercise bench for use in performing free weight exercises which includes interconnected first and second tubular frame members which cooperate to provide a base frame for the planar benches which support the trainee. The first frame member is substantially 'U' shaped having transversely spaced apart upstanding legs which are interconnected by a rigid cross-member. The second centrally disposed frame member having at least one ground engaging support leg and a longitudinally extending support element disposed in a crossing relationship with the rigid cross-member of the first frame. This longitudinally extending support element supports the fixed and an adjustable planar bench portions which portions are hingeably interconnected together. The adjustable bench portion can be adjusted into several angular orientations with respect to the second frame member and can be locked into position by a unique, multipurpose stabilizing assembly which functions to rigidly connect together the first and second frame members and also to pivotally carry a bench support member adapted to locate and support the sloping, adjustable bench portion. The unique design of the stabilizing assembly provides substantial support to the unit against lateral and twisting forces impressed upon the device and at the same time functions to permit quick and positive adjustability of the slope of the adjustable portion of the bench.

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