ROWING HANDLE

Abstract

Methods and devices relating to a rowing handle including a grip portion and two members that are formed or attached on opposite sides of the grip portion relative to center of the grip portion and each member having a hook shape. In some implementations, the hook shape of the first member is formed in a first direction relative to a grip axis defined by the grip portion, and the hook shape of a second member is formed in a second opposite direction that the hook shape of the first member. In some implementations the hook shape of the first member and the hook shape of the second member are formed in a same direction relative to the grip axis.

Description

BACKGROUND

This document relates to a rowing handle. Rowing machines utilize a rope, chain, and/or pulley that connect to a rowing handle to facilitate the rowing movement. A user pulls the rowing handle as part of the rowing movement. Generally, the rowing handle has two grip portions on opposing sides of the handle that enable a user to grip the opposing sides of the handle using two hands.

SUMMARY

In general, one innovative aspect of the subject matter described in this specification can be embodied in a rowing handle including a grip portion and two members that are formed or attached on opposite sides of the grip portion relative to a center of the grip portion, each member having a hook shape, and where the hook shape of a first member is formed in a first direction relative to a grip axis defined by the grip portion and the hook shape of the second member is formed in a second opposite direction than the hook shape of the first member.

In some implementations, the first member includes a first arm portion that extends away from the grip axis defined by the grip portion and a first engagement portion that is formed along a first engagement axis that intersects a first arm axis defined by the first arm portion.

In some implementations, the first member has a first return portion that is formed along a first return axis that is substantially parallel to the first arm axis defined by the first arm portion.

In some implementations, the second member includes a second arm portion that extends away from the grip axis defined by the grip portion and is formed in a first member plane that is substantially parallel to a second member plane that is defined by the first member and a second engagement portion that is formed along a second engagement axis that intersects a second arm axis defined by the second arm portion.

In some implementations, the second member has a second return portion that is formed along a second return axis that is substantially parallel to the second arm axis defined by the second arm portion.

In some implementations, the first arm portion and the second arm portion extend away from the grip axis at different angles.

In some implementations, the two members are formed to fit in holes defined in a rowing machine handle of a rowing machine. In some implementations, the two members are formed to engage grip portions on opposite sides of a rowing machine handle of a rowing machine.

In some implementations, the hook shape of each member is an L-shape or a C-shape. In some implementations, the cross-sectional shape of each member is a D-shape.

In some implementations, a rowing handle includes a grip portion and two members, including a first member and a second member, that are formed or attached on opposite sides of the grip portion relative to a center of the grip portion and each member having a hook shape, where the hook shape of the first member is formed in a same direction as the hook shape of the second member. Other implementations can include corresponding methods.

Particular embodiments of the subject matter described in this specification can be implemented so as to realize one or more of the following advantages. The rowing handle described herein (also referred to as an adaptive rowing handle) can be attached to various different rowing machine handles or directly attached to the rowing machine (e.g., a rope or chain of the rowing machine). The adaptive rowing handle allows for one-handed use of the rowing machines, which enables users who may have use of only a single-hand or arm to row with a single hand or arm more effectively and/or conveniently than is possible with the traditional rower handle, which is configured for rowing with two hands or arms. The adaptive rowing handle also enables users who prefer single-handed use (e.g., to isolate a single arm or side of the body during workouts) to row with a single hand. Additionally, the adaptive rowing handle can be used in combination with an already installed rowing machine handle, for example, by attaching to the already installed rowing machine handle. The adaptive rowing handle can be attached to the already installed rowing machine handle in a manner that enables the rowing to be performed with either one hand using the adaptive rowing handle or two hands using the already installed rowing handle without having to remove the rowing handle described herein. Thus, if two athletes are taking turns rowing during a workout (e.g., during a partner style workout), one of the athletes can use the adaptive rowing handle, while another athlete can use the traditional rowing handle without having to remove the adaptive rowing handle. In some implementations, the adaptive rowing handle includes a locking mechanism that secures the rowing machine handle to a portion of the traditional rowing handle, chain or rope of the rowing machine, or another portion of the rowing machine when it is not being used.

The details of one or more embodiments of the invention are set forth in the accompanying drawings and the description below. Other features, objects, and advantages of the invention will be apparent from the description and drawings, and from the claims.

DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

FIGS. 1A-D are illustrations of a variety of views of an example rowing handle.

FIG. 2 is an illustration of an example rowing handle affixed to a generic rowing machine handle.

FIG. 3 is an illustration of an example rowing handle.

FIGS. 4A-B are illustrations of a variety of views of an example rowing handle.

FIG. 5 is an illustration of another configuration of an example rowing handle.

FIG. 6 is a flow diagram of a process for forming an example rowing handle.

Like reference symbols in the various drawings indicate like elements.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

This document describes devices and methods for a rowing handle that attaches to a rowing machine or traditional rowing handle to enable single-handed operation of a rowing machine by a user.

FIGS. 1A-D are illustrations of a variety of views of an example rowing handle 100. In some implementations, the rowing handle 100 may be formed of one or more of various materials including plastic, rubber, lightweight metal (e.g., aluminum), or the like. With reference to FIG. 1A, the rowing handle 100 includes a grip portion 102 extending along axis 104 that is defined by the grip portion 102. The grip portion 102 has a center point 106 that is between opposing ends of the grip portion 102 and along the axis 104. Note that the center point 106 is used for purposes of describing the configuration of the rowing handle 100, but other points of reference could be used. Further, the center point 106 need not be located equidistant from the opposing ends of the rowing handle 100. Grip portion 102 may be formed using extrusion, milling, forging, or similar manufacturing techniques.

In some implementations, grip portion 102 may include a grip pad 108 formed or attached to grip portion 102 (e.g., attached with adhesive or screws). Grip pad 108 may be formed from a same material as the grip portion 102, or of a different material (e.g., foam, rubber, or another material). Grip portion 102 and/or grip pad 108 may include texture (e.g., non-slip hash marks), indentations (e.g., demarcations for hand/finger positions), or can be smooth.

Two members 110 and 112 are formed or attached to grip portion 102. The members 110 and 112 are formed on opposing sides of the grip portion 102 relative to the center point 106 of the grip portion 102. Note that the exact location of the members 110 and 112 relative to the center point 106 can vary. Typically, the members 110 and 112 will be separated enough so that the grip portion 102 that is between the members 110 and 112 can be gripped by a hand. Members 110 and 112 can be formed or attached flush with or separated from respective ends of the grip portion 102 (e.g., the members can be formed at a location that is inset from respective ends of the grip portion 102). Members 110 and 112 may be formed of a same or different material as grip portion 102. For example, members 110 and 112 can be formed of lightweight aluminum and the grip portion 102 is formed of plastic with a grip pad 108 made of foam (or another material). Alternatively, the members 110 and 112, as well as the grip portion 102 can all be formed of plastic, rubber, a composite, or another material.

Member 110 is formed in a plane 114 that intersects and/or is perpendicular to axis 104 (as seen, for example, in FIG. 1B), and has a hook shape. As used in this document, the phrase “hook shape” is intended to include both an L-shape, a J-shape, C-shape, or hook-type shapes. As shown in FIG. 1A, the hook shape of member 110 is formed in a first member plane 114. In some implementations, the hook shape of member 110 is formed by an arm portion 118, an engagement portion 122, and a return portion 126. Note that the hook shape can omit the return portion 126 in implementations in which the hook shape is an L-shape.

The arm portion 118 is attached to, formed on, or otherwise engaged with the grip portion 102 and extends away from the grip axis 104 defined by the grip portion 102. The axis defined by a length of the arm portion 118 is referred to as a first arm axis 120. The engagement portion 122 is formed along a first engagement axis 124, and the first engagement axis 124 intersects the first arm axis 120 defined by the arm portion 118. The engagement portion 122 can be formed at an end of the arm portion 118 (e.g., a distal end of the arm portion 118 relative to the grip portion 102) or another location along the arm portion 118.

In some implementations, member 110 includes a return portion 126 formed along a first return axis 128 that is substantially parallel to the first arm axis 120. The return portion 126 can be formed at an end of the engagement portion 122 (e.g., a distal end of the engagement portion relative to the arm portion 118) or another location along the engagement portion 122.

Member 112 is formed in a second member plane 130 that intersects and/or is perpendicular to axis 104 (as seen, for example, in FIG. 1B), and also has a hook shape. In some implementations, the hook shape of member 112 is formed by an arm portion 134, an engagement portion 138, and a return portion 142. Note that the hook shape can omit the return portion 142 in implementations in which the hook shape is an L-shape.

The plane 130 can be parallel to the first member plane 114 defined by the first member 110, but is not required to be parallel. The hook shape of member 112 can be formed in an opposite direction relative to the direction in which the hook shape of member 110 is formed. For example, as shown in FIG. 1A, member 110 is formed having an upward facing hook shape (e.g., with the engagement portion 122 extending upward from the arm portion 118), while the member 112 has a downward facing hook shape (e.g., with the engagement portion 138 extending downward from the arm portion 142). Alternatively, the member 112 can be formed such that the hook shape of the member 112 is formed in a same direction as the hook shape of the member 110 (e.g., both upwards or both downwards).

The member 112 can be formed/configured in a similar manner as described above with reference to member 110. For example, as shown, member 112 includes an arm portion 134 that is attached to, formed to, or otherwise engages the grip portion 102 and extends away from the grip axis 104 of the grip portion 102. The arm portion 134 defines a second arm axis 136 that intersects and/or is perpendicular to the grip axis 104. Like member 110, member 112 includes an engagement portion 138 that is formed along a second engagement axis 140 that is defined by the engagement portion 138, and which intersects with a second arm axis 136 defined by the arm portion 134. The engagement portion 138 can be formed at an end of the arm portion 134 (e.g., a distal end of the arm portion 134 relative to the grip portion 102) or another location along the arm portion 134.

Member 112 can also include a return portion 142 formed along a second return axis 144. In some implementations, the second return axis 144 can be substantially parallel to the second arm axis 136, but it could have a different angle relative to the second arm axis 136 defined by arm portion 134. The return portion 142 can be formed at an end of the engagement portion 138 (e.g., a distal end of the engagement portion relative to the arm portion 118) or another location along the engagement portion 138.

In some implementations, members 110, 112, and grip portion 102 have a circular cross-sectional shape 146 (e.g., a cross sectional slice taken perpendicular to the first return axis 128), as shown in FIG. 1A, but other cross-sectional shapes can also be used. For example, the cross-section shape could be hexagonal, “D-shaped,” or have various other shapes. Members 110, 112, and grip portion 102 can have varying cross-sectional shapes 146 along the length of each member (e.g., 110 or 112) and grip portion 102, and can have different cross-sectional shape 146 for each member and grip portion 102 in a rowing handle 100. For example, member 110 can have a flat defined along at least a portion of the member 110 such that the cross-sectional shape is a “D” with a rounded portion of the perimeter of the cross-sectional shape and a flat portion of the perimeter of the cross-sectional shape, while grip portion 102 may have a circular cross-sectional shape 146.

FIG. 1C is a side view of rowing handle 100. Axis 150, which is provided for reference, is perpendicular to the grip axis 104 and offset from the first arm axis 120 defined by a length of arm portion 118 of member 110. Axis 150 and first arm axis 120 are offset by an angle 152. Axis 150 is also offset from second arm axis 136 defined by a length of arm portion 134 of member 112 by an angle 154.

In some implementations, arm portion 118 of member 110 and arm portion 134 of member 112 extend away from the grip axis 104 at different angles (e.g., angles 152 and 154). For example, angles 152 and 154 are of a same magnitude but are inverses of each other relative to axis 150 (e.g., +/−17.5 degrees, respectively). In some implementations, angles 152 and 154 are of different magnitudes.

In some implementations, an acuteness of curvature of the hook shape of a member, for example member 110, depends in part on length 156 between the arm portion 118 in first arm axis 120 and the return portion 126 in the second return axis 128. For example, for a shorter length 156, the hook shape of member 110 would define a smaller hook than the hook defined for a longer length 156.

FIG. 1D is an illustration showing a front view of the rowing handle 100 as viewed perpendicular to axis 104 and first member plane 114 and second member plane 130, with offset length 160 defined as a length long a z-axis between first member plane 114 and second member plane 130. In some implementations, length 156 relative to angles 152 and 154 is such that there is an offset length 160 between the overlapping first member plane 114 and second member plane 130 along the y-axis.

In some implementations, the length 156 may be selected based on dimensions of a rowing machine handle 200 with which the rowing handle 100 will be used. FIG. 2 is an illustration of the rowing handle 100 attached to a traditional rowing machine handle 200 (shown in dashed lines). For purposes of clarity, the rowing handle 100 will be referred to as an adaptive rowing handle 100 when being described with the traditional rowing machine handle 200.

In some implementations, members 110 and 112 are formed to fit in holes 204 and 206 defined in the traditional rowing machine handle 200 of a rowing machine. For example, hole 204 has particular dimensions defining a perimeter of an opening and an area through which portions of the member 110 can pass, and hole 206 has particular dimensions defining a perimeter of an opening and an area through which portions of the member 112 can pass. Thus, the members 110 and 112 can be inserted through the holes 204 and 206 respectively, thereby securing the adaptive rowing handle 100 to the traditional rowing machine handle 200.

In some implementations, member 110, including attachment portion 112 and return portion 126 passes through hole 204. In order for portions of member 110 to pass through hole 204, dimensions of a cross-sectional area 146 of portions of member 110 must be small enough to fit within the dimensions of hole 204. For example, for a cross-sectional area 146, where the area is a circle in shape, a diameter of the cross-sectional area 146 may be smaller than a smallest dimension (e.g., a width) of the hole 204.

In some implementations, rowing handle 100 may be affixed to or installed on traditional rowing machine handle 200 single-handedly by a user. For example, a user holding grip portion 102 can rotate about an axis 208 substantially perpendicular to axis 104 along the length of grip portion 102. The user can rotate the rowing handle 100 such that the return portion 126 and the attachment portion 122 pass through hole 204 of the rowing machine handle 200. The user can then rotate about the axis 208 in an opposite direction such that the return portion 126 and the attachment portion 122 passes through hole 204 of the rowing machine handle 200. The user can then level the adaptive rowing handle 100 such that axis 104 through the length of the grip portion 102 of the adaptive rowing handle 100 is substantially parallel to axis 210 through the length of the traditional rowing machine handle 200.

A user may then utilize adaptive rowing handle 100 affixed to traditional rowing machine handle 200 to utilize a rowing machine with a single hand (e.g., perform a rowing motion using a single hand). For example, a user may hold grip portion 102 in one hand and pull in a direction of motion of the rowing machine (e.g., along axis 208).

In some implementations, a length 212 of space between members 110 and 112 along the length of the grip portion 102 is selected based on the spacing between holes 204 and 206. For example, the length 212 can be selected so that the members 110 and 112 will engage specified holes in the traditional rowing machine handle 200. Alternatively, the length 212 can be selected so that the engagement portions 122 and 138 will engage a portion of the traditional rowing machine handle 200 is typically held by a user. For example, the length 212 can be selected so that the engagement portions 122 and 138 are engaged with portions of the traditional rowing machine handle 200 that are closer to the ends of the handle 200 (e.g., wrap around the exterior of the handle 200).

In some implementations, members 110 and 112 are formed to engage grip portions 214 and 216 of the traditional rowing machine handle 200 where the grip portions 214 and 216 are on opposite sides of the traditional rowing machine handle 200 of a rowing machine relative to a central axis 208 of the traditional rowing machine handle 200. For example, adaptive rowing handle 100 has member 110 which engages with grip portion 216 of the traditional rowing handle 200 through hole 204, and member 112 which engages with grip portion 214 of the traditional rowing handle 200 through hole 206.

FIG. 3 is an illustration of another example rowing handle 300. Rowing handle 300 in FIG. 3 is similar to, but shows variations relative to the rowing handle 100 described in detail with reference to FIGS. 1A-D and FIG. 2. For example, the rowing handle 300 has members 302 (formed in a first member plane 308) and 304 (formed in a second member plane 310) that have a similar hook shape configuration as that described above, but the members 302 and 304 have a different cross-sectional shape relative to the rowing handle 100. More specifically, members 302 and 304 are formed to have a “D-shape”cross-sectional shape 312, as opposed to the circular cross-sectional shape 146 shown in FIG. 1A. A “D-shape” cross-sectional shape 312 (or rectangular or otherwise flattened shape) may be selected to increase surface area contact between the rowing handle 300 when it is installed on a traditional rowing machine handle.

FIGS. 4A-B are illustrations showing a variety of views of an example rowing handle 400. FIG. 4A is a schematic of an example rowing handle 400 with members 402 and 404 formed on, attached to, or otherwise engaging grip portion 406. Members 402 and 404 are formed in hook shapes along a respective first member plane 408 and a second member plane 410, where the hook shape of member 402 is formed in an opposite direction from the hook shape of member 404. Members 402 and 404, similar to members 110 and 112 of FIG. 1A, have a cross-sectional shape 412 that is circular. In FIG. 4B, members 402 and 404 are shown to each have a hook shape that resembles a “J-shape,” and where the first member plane 508 and the second member plane 510 overlap along the axis 514 defined by grip portion 506.

FIG. 5 is an illustration of another configuration of an example rowing handle 500. The example rowing handle 500 is shown attached to a traditional rowing handle 200, shown above with reference to FIG. 2. The example rowing handle 500 is similar to the rowing handles described above, and can include the features described above. For example, as discussed above, the rowing handle 500 can be configured having two members 502 and 504 that are formed or attached on opposite sides of a grip portion 506 relative to a center point of the grip portion 506 (as shown by the dotted line 505 that passes through the center point of the grip portion 506 and represents a central axis of the traditional rower handle). Also, each of the members 502 and 504 can have a hook shape, as discussed above. However, the hook shape of the two members 502 and 504 of the example rowing handle 500 are formed in a same direction relative to a grip axis 508 defined by the grip portion 506 rather than being formed in opposite directions as discussed above. When the hook shape of the two members 502 and 504 are formed in a same direction, the arm portions 510 and 512 that extend away from the grip axis can be formed along a same plane 514 that is defined by the grip axis and the arm portions 510 and 512. Note that the dimensioning markup used to identify the arm portions 510 and 512 are not intended to delineate the exact locations of the beginnings and ends of the arm portions 510 and 512, but rather are used to generally reference the arm portions 510 and 512. In some implementations, the arm portions 510 and 512 are formed to extend away from the handle portion at a same angle (e.g., such that the arm portions 510 and 512 each have a same arm axis angle relative to the grip axis).

In some implementations, the two members 502 and 504 can be formed to fit in holes defined in the traditional rowing machine handle of a rowing machine, as described above with reference to FIG. 2. In some implementations, the two members 502 and 504 can be formed to engage grip portions of the traditional rowing machine handle, where the grip portions are on opposite sides of the traditional rowing machine handle of a rowing machine relative to a central axis of the traditional rowing machine handle, as described above with reference to FIG. 2 and represented by the line 505. The two members 502 and 504 can be formed to have various cross-sectional shapes as discussed above (e.g., round, “D shaped,” etc.). The two members can also be formed to have various hook shapes, as discussed above (e.g., “J-shaped,” “L-shaped,” etc.).

In some implementations, the rowing handle 500 can include engagement portions and return portions similar to those discussed above with reference to FIG. 1A-1D and FIG. 2. However, the rowing handle 500 differs from those discussed above, for example, because the engagement portions of the two members 502 and 504 are formed in a same direction, e.g., so that the hook shape of each of the members 502 and 504 is formed in a same direction. Also note that the engagement portions and the return portions may be curved so that the shape defined by the combination of each of the arm portions 510 and 512, their respective engagement portions, and their respective return portions each form a continuous arc or hook shape. Other shapes can also be formed by the combinations of these rowing handle portions, as discussed above.

FIG. 6 is a flow diagram of an example process 600 for forming a rowing handle (e.g., rowing handle 100). A grip portion of a rowing handle is formed (602). For example, grip portion 102 may be formed of aluminum, plastic, or another rigid material using a mold that shapes the material to form the grip portion. The grip portion 102 may include a grip pad (e.g., grip pad 106) that is formed, for example, out of foam or a textured plastic and attached to or formed on the grip portion. The grip portion 102 has a length defining a grip axis (e.g., grip axis 106).

Two members are formed or attached on opposite sides of the grip portion relative to a center of the grip portion (604). For example, members 110 and 112 are formed/attached on grip portion 102. The two members can each be made of the same or a different material relative to the material used to form the grip portion. Member 110 is formed in a first member plane 114 and member 112 is formed in a second member plane 130. In some implementations, the first member plane is substantially parallel to the second member plane, but the first member plane and the second member plane need not be substantially parallel in all implementations.

Each member is formed having a hook shape. In some implementations, the hook shape of a first member is formed or attached in a first direction relative to a grip axis defined by the grip portion, and the hook shape of a second member is formed or attached in a second, opposite direction relative to a grip axis defined by the grip portion. For example, with reference to FIG. 1A, hook shape of member 112 is in an opposite direction from the hook shape of member 110. In some implementations, forming the hook shape of each member includes forming an L-shape, a C-shape, or a J-shape, and the hook shape can be formed using a mold having a rigid frame that shapes a liquid or pliable material into the desired shape. As the liquid hardens, it will take the shape of the mold. In some implementations, the hook shapes are formed in a same direction, as shown in FIG. 5.

In some implementations, forming a first member includes forming a first arm portion extending away from the grip axis defined by the grip portion and a first engagement portion in a first engagement axis intersecting a first arm axis defined by the first arm portion. For example, member 110 is formed by an arm portion 118 in a first arm axis 120 and an engagement portion 122 in a first engagement axis 124.

In some implementations, forming the first member includes forming the first member such that the first member has a first return portion formed on a first return axis, where the first return axis is substantially parallel to the first arm axis. For example, a first return portion 126 is formed on a first return axis 128, which is substantially parallel to first arm axis 120. Note that the first return axis is not required to be parallel to the first arm axis, and a variety of angles relative to the first arm axis are contemplated.

In some implementations, forming a second member includes forming a second arm portion extending away from the grip axis defined by the grip portion and a second engagement portion in a second engagement axis intersecting a second arm axis defined by the second arm portion. For example, member 112 is formed by a second arm portion 134 in a second arm axis 136 and an engagement portion 138 in a second engagement axis 140.

In some implementations, forming the second member includes forming the second member such that the second member has a second return portion formed on a second return axis, where the second return axis is substantially parallel to the second arm axis. For example, a second return portion 142 is formed on a second return axis 144, which is substantially parallel to second arm axis 136. Note that the second return axis is not required to be parallel to the second arm axis, and a variety of angles relative to the second arm axis are contemplated.

In some implementations, forming the first arm portion of the first member and the second arm portion of the second member includes forming the first arm portion and the second arm portions at different angles relative to the grip axis defined by the formed grip portion. For example, first arm portion 118 of member 110 in the first arm axis 120 is formed at an angle 152 relative to an axis 150 defined perpendicular to the grip axis 104, and the second arm portion 134 of member 112 in the second arm axis 136 is formed at an angle 154 relative to axis 150. In some implementations, the first arm portion and the second arm portion are formed at a same angle relative to the grip axis (e.g., when the hook shape of the first member and the second member are formed in a same direction).

A number of embodiments of the invention have been described. Nevertheless, it will be understood that various modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Accordingly, other embodiments are within the scope of the following claims.

Claims

1. A rowing handle, comprising: a grip portion; andtwo members that are formed or attached on opposite sides of the grip portion relative to a center of the grip portion and each member having a hook shape, wherein the hook shape of a first member and the hook shape of the second member are both formed in a same direction relative to a grip axis defined by the grip portion.

2. The rowing handle of claim 1, wherein the first member includes: a first arm portion that extends away from the grip axis defined by the grip portion; anda first engagement portion that is formed along a first engagement axis that intersects a first arm axis defined by the first arm portion.

3. The rowing device handle of claim 2, wherein the first member has a first return portion that formed along a first return axis that is substantially parallel to the first arm axis defined by the first arm portion.

4. The rowing handle of claim 2, wherein the second member includes: a second arm portion that extends away from the grip axis defined by the grip portion and is formed in a first member plane that is substantially parallel to a second member plane that is defined by the first member; anda second engagement portion that is formed along a second engagement axis that intersects a second arm axis defined by the second arm portion.

5. The rowing handle of claim 4, wherein the second member has a second return portion that is formed along a second return axis that is substantially parallel to the second arm axis defined by the second arm portion.

6. The rowing handle of claim 4, wherein the first arm portion and the second arm portion extend away from the grip axis at a same angle.

7. The rowing handle of claim 1, wherein the two members are formed to fit in holes defined in a rowing machine handle of a rowing machine.

8. The rowing handle of claim 1, wherein the two members are formed to engage grip portions on opposite sides of a rowing machine handle of a rowing machine.

9. The rowing handle of claim 1, wherein the hook shape of each member is an L-shape.

10. The rowing handle of claim 1, wherein the hook shape of each member is a C-shape.

11. The rowing handle of claim 1, wherein a cross-sectional shape of each member is a D-shape.

12. A rowing handle, comprising: a grip portion; andtwo members that are formed or attached on opposite sides of the grip portion relative to a center of the grip portion and each member having a hook shape, wherein the hook shape of a first member is formed in a first direction relative to a grip axis defined by the grip portion, and the hook shape of a second member is formed in a second opposite direction than the hook shape of the first member.

13. A method for forming a rowing handle, comprising: forming a grip portion; andforming or attaching two members on opposite sides of the grip portion relative to a center of the grip portion and each member having a hook shape, wherein the hook shape of a first member and the hook shape of the second member are both formed in a same direction relative to a grip axis defined by the grip portion.

14. The method of claim 13, wherein the first member is formed such that the first member includes: a first arm portion extending away from the grip axis defined by the grip portion; anda first engagement portion in a first engagement axis intersecting a first arm axis defined by the first arm portion.

15. The method of claim 14, wherein the first member is formed such that the first member has a first return portion in a return axis that is substantially parallel to the first arm axis defined by the first arm portion.

16. The method of claim 13, wherein the second member is formed such that the second member includes: a second arm portion that extends away from the grip axis defined by the grip portion and in a first member plane that is substantially parallel to a second member plane that is defined by the first member; anda second engagement portion in a second engagement axis that intersects a second arm axis defined by the second arm portion.

17. The method of claim 16, wherein the second member is formed such that the second member has a second return portion in a second return axis that is substantially parallel to the second arm axis defined by the second arm portion.

18. The method of claim 13, wherein forming the first arm portion of the first member and the second arm portion of the second member comprises forming the first arm portion and the second arm portion at different angles relative to the grip axis defined by the formed grip portion.

19. The method of claim 13, wherein forming the hook shape of each member includes forming an L-shape, a C-shape, or a J-shape.