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Patent application title:

Multi-functional workout machine

Publication number:

US20060223683A1

Publication date:
Application number:

10/907,550

Filed date:

2005-04-05

Abstract:

The Multi-use exercise device (MED) is a compact fitness device designed that provides full body work out without requiring lot of storage space or space to exercise; also, it can be easily stowed away. The MED is composed of a base plate and an adjustable, self-locking lever to allow the base to be secured under an stationary object. The base also has two padded rollers for securing users ankles or feet. Attached to the base are places for the connection of tension straps with handles that are designed to assist the user in perform resistance training for upper and lower body. Attached to the base is a semi-cushioned pad for the used to lay upon with the possibility of adding additional pads or cushions for back support.

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Classification:

  1. Human necessities
  2. Sports; games; amusements

A63B23/0211 »  CPC main

Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for the abdomen, the spinal column or the torso muscles related to shoulders (e.g. chest muscles); Abdomen moving torso with immobilized lower limbs

A63B21/04 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters attached to static foundation, e.g. a user

A63B21/0552 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters extension element type Elastic ropes or bands

A63B21/1609 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices; Supports for anchoring force-resisters for anchoring on a chair

A63B21/1672 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices; Supports for anchoring force-resisters for anchoring on beds or mattresses

A63B21/4037 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices; Interfaces with the user related to strength training; Details thereof; Specific exercise interfaces Exercise mats for personal use, with or without hand-grips or foot-grips, e.g. for Yoga or supine floor exercises

A63B21/4039 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices; Interfaces with the user related to strength training; Details thereof; Specific exercise interfaces contoured to fit to specific body parts, e.g. back, knee or neck support

A63B23/03541 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for limbs, i.e. upper or lower limbs, e.g. simultaneously; For both arms together or both legs together; Aspects related to the co-ordination between right and left side limbs of a user; With separate means driven by each limb, i.e. performing different movements Moving independently from each other

A63B23/1209 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for limbs, i.e. upper or lower limbs, e.g. simultaneously for upper limbs or related muscles, e.g. chest, upper back or shoulder muscles Involving a bending of elbow and shoulder joints simultaneously

A63B21/0442 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters attached to static foundation, e.g. a user Anchored at one end only, the other end being manipulated by the user

A63B21/0555 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters extension element type; Elastic ropes or bands Details of the rope or band, e.g. shape or colour coding

A63B21/4034 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices; Interfaces with the user related to strength training; Details thereof; Specific exercise interfaces; Handles, pedals, bars or platforms for operation by feet

A63B23/12 »  CPC further

Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for limbs, i.e. upper or lower limbs, e.g. simultaneously for upper limbs or related muscles, e.g. chest, upper back or shoulder muscles

A63B2208/0228 »  CPC further

Characteristics or parameters related to the user or player posture Sitting on the buttocks

A63B2208/0242 »  CPC further

Characteristics or parameters related to the user or player posture Lying down

A63B2210/50 »  CPC further

Space saving Size reducing arrangements for stowing or transport

A63B21/068 IPC

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices; User-manipulated weights using user's body weight

A63B21/02 IPC

Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

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STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT

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THE NAMES OF THE PARTIES TO A JOINT RESEARCH AGREEMENT

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INCORPORATION-BY-REFERENCE OF MATERIAL SUBMITTED ON A COMPACT DISK

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BACK GROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Technical Field

The present invention generally relates to fitness equipment.

2. Background

Currently, there are several exercise machines available for in-home use; however, machines that provide complete body work-out require lot of room, and lot of time to set-up. Also, these machines can not be easily stowed away. Typically the machines that are compact do not provide a full set of exercises required for complete body work out. The need for a compact full body workout machine that can be easily set-up and stowed away remains unmet.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

A compact exercise machine to be used for personal fitness that provides full body workout. It can be used for variety of exercises including, but not limited to, abdominal, back, stretching, resistance, flexibility, etc. This device requires less than a minute to set-up and stowed away.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWINGS(S)

FIG. 1 provides the illustration of the Multi-use exercise device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The Multi-use exercise device (MED) is a compact machine that provides full body work out without requiring lot of storage space or space to exercise; Also, it can be easily stowed away. As outlined in FIG. 1 the MED is composed of a base plate 001, adjustable self-locking lever 007 (lever), and self-locking lever release button 006 (release button). When release button is pushed it causes the lever to get in the release mode and drop to the level of the base plate. If the lever is tapped, while it is in the release mode, it causes the lever to lift up from the base to the maximum height and then automatically get locked at that height. This locking ability allows the base plate to be easily secured under a stationary object such as a sofa, bed, etc. The MED has resistance straps 002 (straps), handles 003 connected to the straps, and padded rollers 005 (rollers) to secure users ankles or feet. A semi-cushioned pad 004 (pad) is attached to the base plate for user to lie on while exercising. Optional back support cushions can be added to the pad. While MED is not being used, the pad can be rolled and secured to the base.

In order to initiate an exercise session, while the lever is in the release mode, a user slides the base plate, under a stationary object, such as but not limited to, a sofa, chair, bed, etc. Then the user taps on the lever, which causes the base plate to get secured. Once the base plate is secured the user can perform various exercises such as sit-ups, use the straps and handles to perform resistance training for upper and lower body. The user can easily add and remove straps to increase or decrease resistance. Once the user has finished an exercise session, they can push the release button that causes the lever to drop to the base, allowing the user to remove the base plate under the object. Once the base plate is removed under the object, the user can roll up the pad and then stow the MED for storage.

Claims

1. A Multi-use exercise device (MED) comprising:

A base plate

An adjustable self-locking lever

A self-locking lever release button

Resistance straps connected to the base plate

Handles connected to the straps

Padded rollers to secure users ankles or feet.

A semi-cushioned pad attached to the base plate for user to lie on

Optional back support cushions can be added to the pad.

2. The MED as recited in claim 1, can be set up to initiate an exercise session or can be disassembled for storage in less than a minute.

3. The MED as recited in claim 1 has an adjustable locking lever to secure the base plate under a stationary object such as sofa or bed.

4. The MED as recited in claim 1 can be used for full body work out such as sit-ups, resistance training for upper and lower body.

5. The MED as recited in claim 1 has an adjustable self-locking lever base unit can be made out of a variety of material, such as but not limited to, aluminum, plastic, wood, or other materials

6. The MED as recited in claim 1 has straps that could be made out of variety of materials, such as but not limited to, rubber, elastic, nylon, or other materials.

7. The MED as recited in claim 1 has pads that can be made out of various types of materials, such as but not limited to, carpet, cloth, rubber, etc.

8. The pads recited in claim 7 can be either permanently attached to the base plate or made to be removed.

9. The MED as recited in claim 1 has roller that can be made of various types of materials, such as but not limited to, foam, rubber, etc.

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