MODULAR EXERCISE APPARATUS

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

This application incorporates by reference and claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Application 63/671,758 filed on Jul. 14, 2024.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention

The present disclosure relates to an exercise apparatus. More specifically, the present disclosure relates a modular exercise apparatus having two separate and hollow portions whose weight can be adjusted and whose overall structure can be modified to fit the user's training need.

2. Description of the Related Art

Handheld weights, such as dumbbells are well known. Such weights have been used for fitness dating back to ancient Greece. Today these weight devices are some of the most popular strength and fitness tools, and are seen in virtually every gym and weight room. In addition, one or both of these types of weight devices are also used at home.

Regular or standard dumbbells are individual weights sold in fixed increments, meaning you'll need to purchase multiple pairs for different workouts. While standard dumbbells are popular, they are significantly cumbersome to move around as they need to be moved separately. Further, they also tend to take up more space and not everyone has the ability to store multiple sets at home. Plus, regular dumbbells require a weight rack for storage, which depending on the size, can take up even more space. These weight racks can also only hold so many pairs of dumbbells, preventing you from maintaining a large range of dumbbell sizes as you progress in your workouts.

Accordingly, a need exists for a modular and adjustable weight exercise apparatus which address the various drawbacks of existing static weights. In particular, a need exists for a modular and adjustable weight exercise apparatus whose overall weight and weight distribution can be adjusted to fit the user's training need.

There is also a need for a modular and adjustable weight exercise apparatus that also serves as a container for other static weights. A user needs only carry the modular weight exercise apparatus having the static weights contained within. The user can selectively remove the static weight from the modular weight apparatus and use the static weight as needed.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present disclosure provides a modular exercise apparatus.

The foregoing and/or other features and utilities of the present disclosure may be achieved by providing a modular exercise apparatus, including a first portion, including a first body, a first handle detachably connected to at least a portion of the first body to facilitate gripping thereof, and a first compartment disposed within at least a portion of an interior of the first body to receive at least one first weight therein, and a second portion, including a second body detachably connected to the first body, a second handle detachably connected to at least a portion of the second body to facilitate gripping thereof, and a second compartment disposed within at least a portion of an interior of the second body to receive at least one second weight therein.

The modular exercise apparatus further includes an attachment core disposed between the first body and the second body to detachably connect the first body to the second body.

The first portion further includes a barrier movably disposed on at least a portion of the first body to facilitate access within the first compartment in a first position and prevent access within the first compartment in a second position.

The modular exercise apparatus further includes a first plurality of support rods disposed within at least a portion of the first body, and a second plurality of support rods disposed within at least a portion of the second body.

The modular exercise apparatus further includes a first plurality of section plates disposed along a portion of each of the first plurality of support rods to prevent movement of the first plurality of support rods, and a second plurality of section plates disposed along a portion of each of the second plurality of support rods to prevent movement of the second plurality of support rods.

Each of the first plurality of section plates includes a planar surface, and a rod receiving groove disposed on at least a portion of the planar surface.

The modular exercise apparatus further includes a cargo rod detachably connected within the rod receiving groove to support the at least one first weight therein.

The first handle detachably connects to at least a portion of the first body in a first direction in a first orientation and a second direction in a second orientation, the second handle detachably connects to at least a portion of the second body in the first direction in the first orientation and the second direction in the second orientation, such that the first direction is different from the second direction.

The first body and the second body, each include a plurality of curved walls to enclose the at least one weight therein.

The modular exercise apparatus further including a plurality of bumpers circumferentially disposed on a perimeter of the first body and a perimeter of the second body to absorb an impact to the first body and the second body, and facilitate rolling on an external surface.

The foregoing and/or other features and utilities of the present disclosure may also be achieved by providing a method, including connecting a first handle to a first body, storing at least one first weight within a first compartment of the first body, connecting a second body to the first body, such that the second body is detachably connected to the first body, connecting a second handle to the second body, and storing at least one second weight within a second compartment of the second body.

Connecting the second body to the first body includes detachably connecting an attachment core between the first body and the second body.

Storing the at least one first weight within a first compartment of the first body includes storing the at least one first weight between a first plurality of support rods and a first plurality of section plates disposed along a portion of each of the first plurality of support rods.

Connecting the first handle to the first body and connecting the second handle to the second body includes detachably connecting the first handle to at least a portion of the first body in a first direction in a first orientation and a second direction in a second orientation, the detachably connecting the second handle to at least a portion of the second body in the first direction in the first orientation and the second direction in the second orientation, such that the first direction is different from the second direction.

The method further includes absorbing an impact to the first body and the second body via a plurality of bumpers.

The foregoing and/or other features and utilities of the present disclosure may also be achieved by providing a modular exercise apparatus, including a first portion, including a first body, a first handle detachably connected to at least a portion of the first body to facilitate gripping thereof, and a first compartment disposed within at least a portion of an interior of the first body to receive at least one first weight therein, a second portion, including a second body detachably connected to the first body, a second handle detachably connected to at least a portion of the second body to facilitate gripping thereof, and a second compartment disposed within at least a portion of an interior of the second body to receive at least one second weight therein, and an attachment core disposed between the first body and the second body to detachably connect the first body to the second body, such that the first body and the second body enclose an entire boundary of the attachment core while connected to the attachment core.

The modular exercise apparatus further including a first plurality of support rods disposed within at least a portion of the first body, and a second plurality of support rods disposed within at least a portion of the second body.

At least one of the first plurality of support rods extends into and connects to a first portion of the attachment core, and at least one of the second plurality of support rods extends into and connects to a second portion of the attachment core opposite to the first portion.

At least one first of the plurality of first support rods has a length different from a length of at least one second of the plurality of first support rods, and at least one first of the plurality of second support rods has a length different from a length of at least one second of the plurality of second support rods.

The first handle detachably connects to at least two of the first plurality of support rods and the second handle detachably connects to at least two of the second plurality of support rods.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

It should be noted that the drawing figures may be in simplified form and might not be to precise scale.

FIGS. 1 and 2 are perspective views of the modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIGS. 3-5 are side views of the modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 6 is another perspective view of the modular exercise apparatus with storage doors in an open position in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 7 is an exploded view of the modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 8 is an enlarged view of a portion of FIG. 4 illustrating the door locks in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 10 is a perspective view of the movable weight wagon in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 11 is a perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 12 is a perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a plurality of support rods disposed within an interior of a modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 14 is a perspective view of a plurality of support rods disposed within an interior of a modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 15A is a front top perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 15B is a front bottom perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 16A is a front top perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus illustrating a first portion detached from a second portion in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 16B is a rear top perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus illustrating a first portion detached from a second portion in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 17 is a top perspective view of a compartment with an open barrier in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 18A is a zoomed in view of a first portion of a modular exercise apparatus with a cap disposed in a drain hole in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 18B is a zoomed in view of a first portion of a modular exercise apparatus with a cap removed from a drain hole in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 19 is a perspective view of a plurality of support rods disposed within an interior of a modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 20 is a perspective view of an attachment core removed from a modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 21A is a zoomed in view of a first handle and a second handle disposed in a first direction in a first setting in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 21B is a zoomed in view of a first handle and a second handle disposed in a second direction in second first setting in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 22A is a zoomed in view of an extension rod disposed on a first portion of a modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 22B is a zoomed in view of an extension rod removed from a first portion of a modular exercise apparatus in accordance with some embodiments.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The embodiment and various other embodiments can now be better understood by turning to the following detailed description of the embodiments, which are presented as illustrated examples of the embodiment defined in the claims. It is expressly understood that the embodiment as defined by the claims may be broader than the illustrated embodiments described below. Many alterations and modifications may be made by those having ordinary skill in the art without departing from the spirit and scope of the embodiments.

FIGS. 1 and 2 are perspective views of the modular exercise apparatus 100 according to a first embodiment of the present disclosure. FIGS. 3-5 are side views of the modular exercise apparatus 100 of the first embodiment.

The modular exercise apparatus 100 includes a first portion 150, a second portion 200, and an attachment core 110 located between the first and second portions 150, 200. In the present embodiment, the first and second portions 150, 200 are substantially identical and thus include identical elements. The first and second portions 150, 200 respectively include a handle portion 151, 201 having a handle 152, 202 and a core attachment 153, 203 to be coupled with the attachment core 110. As illustrated in FIGS. 1, the handle portion 151 has a pair of handle attachments 154a and a pair of second handle attachment 154b. The handle 152 coupled with the handle attachments 154a will be perpendicular to the length/axis of the modular exercise apparatus 100. On the other hand, the handle 152 coupled with the second handle attachments 154b will be parallel to the length/axis of the modular exercise apparatus 100. A user can selectively couple the handle 152 with the first handle attachments 154a or the second handle attachments 154b depending on whether the user wishes the handles 152 to be colinear or parallel.

The attachment core 110 has a center 110a, a first side 111, and a second side 112 on two opposite sides of the center 110a. The first and second sides 111, 112 are to be coupled with the core attachments 153, 203 of the first and second portions 150, 200 respectively. In the present embodiment, the first and second sides 111, 112 are substantially identical and include identical components. The first and second sides both include a rotational lock 113 and a protrusion 114. The protrusion 114 has screw threads coupled with the rotational lock 113. To couple the attachment core 110 with the first/second portion 150, 200, the protrusion 114 is first inserted in the core attachment 153, 203 and the rotational lock 113 should then be rotated clockwise to lock the first or second portion 150, 200 to the attachment core 110. To decouple the attachment core 110 from the first/second portion 150, 200, the rotational lock 113 is to be rotated anti-clockwise and the protrusion 114 can then be moved away from the core attachments 153, 203. Further, in the present embodiment, the rotational lock 113 is used to couple the attachment core 110 with one of the first and second portions 150, 200. However, in different embodiments, releasable locks and other locking mechanisms can be used to releasably couple the attachment core 110 with one of the first and second portions 150, 200.

As illustrated in FIGS. 1-4, the modular exercise apparatus 100 further includes a rope attachment 300 to be used as a resistance band together with the weight of the first and second portions 150, 200 during weight exercise. In the present embodiment, the rope attachment 300 includes a first section 310 attached to one end of the first portion 150 and a second section 320 attached to one end of the second portion 200. The first and second sections 310, 320 respectively have a free end 311, 321 configured to be coupled with each other and form the rope attachment 300. In the present embodiment, the rope attachment 300 has two separate sections 310, 320 to be attached to the first and second portions 150, 200 and coupled with each other. In different embodiments, the rope attachment 300 can be a single continuous rope having two ends detachably coupled with the first and second portions 150, 200 and used as a resistance band.

The first portion 150 includes a weight storage 154 that is substantially hollow and configured to accommodate various weight equipment. The weight storage 154 includes a storage body 155 and a storage door 156 movably coupled with the storage body 155 to close and open the storage body 155. The storage body 155 and storage door 156 also include a plurality of first openings 157 for reducing the overall weight of the first portion 150. The storage door 156 further includes a plurality of second openings 158 for a portion of the weight inside to pass through and contained in the second opening 158. On the other hand, the second portion 200 is structurally identical to the first portion 150 and includes the same weight storage 204 having the same storage body 205 and storage door 206.

The modular exercise apparatus 100 further includes a pair of coating 170 respectively coupled with the storage bodies 155, 205 of the first and second portions 150, 200. The coating 170 of the present embodiment serves as a bumper between the modular exercise apparatus 100 and the ground to absorb impact and cushion the shock when the modular exercise apparatus 100 is placed or dropped on the ground. The coating 170 of the present embodiment is made of rubber but can be made of other materials such as neoprene, silicone, foam, sorbothane, etc. In other embodiments, the coating can include D30, sorbothane or a combination of various materials.

FIG. 6 is another perspective view of the modular exercise apparatus 100 wherein the storage doors 156, 206 are both in the open position to reveal the interior of the storage bodies 155, 205 of the first and second portions 150, 200. As illustrated in FIG. 6, the modular exercise apparatus 100 includes a divider 159 that can be selectively coupled with the storage body 155 to section off the space of the storage body 155. For instance, the storage body 155 of the first portion 150 does not have a divider 159 and contains two kettlebells. On the other hand, the storage body 205 of the second portion 200 is divided into two sections with the use of the divider 159, wherein one section accommodate a kettlebell while the other section accommodate weight discs 160 or other types of weight. In the embodiment illustrated in FIG. 6, kettlebells are contained in the modular exercise apparatus 100 to add to the overall weight of the modular exercise apparatus 100. However, in different embodiments, other types of exercise weights such as weighted exercise balls, slam balls, dumbbells, weight plate, etc. can be placed inside the modular exercise apparatus 100 to achieve the desired overall weight fit for the user's training regime.

The modular exercise apparatus 100 further includes a variable weight 161 having a weight body 161a, a weight cap 161b, and a weight anchor 161c. The weight body 161a of the present embodiment is hollow and has an access opening 161d for the user to put weighted materials (water, sand, metallic sand, metal disc, etc.) in the weight body 161a. The weight cap 161b is movable between an open position where the access opening 161d is open and a close position where the access opening 161d is closed. Further, the weight anchor 161c is removably coupled with the weight cap 161b. When the variable weight 161 is placed in the storage bodies 155 and the storage doors 156 are closed as illustrated in FIGS. 1-2, the weight anchor 161c are preferably located in and protrude from the second openings 158. In this way, the modular exercise apparatus 100 can maintain the position of the variable weights 161 in the storage bodies 155 with the coupling between the storage doors 156 and the weight anchor 161c in the second openings 158. The variable weight 161 also has a weight attachment 161e for coupling with another variable weight 161e to either form a bigger weight or for stabilization purpose.

The modular exercise apparatus 100 illustrated in FIGS. 1-7 include the attachment core 110 that serves as a bridge that couples the first portion 150 with the second portion 200. However, in different embodiment, the first and second portions 150, 200 can be modified to directly couple with each other without the attachment core 110. For instance, the core attachment 203 of the second portion 200 can be modified to have the rotational lock 113 and the protrusion 114 identical to the counterparts illustrated in FIG. 1. A user can directly couple the first portion 150 with the second portion 200 by inserting the protrusion 114 of the second portion 200 in the core attachment 153 of the first portion 150 and rotate the rotational lock 113 to lock the two portions 150, 200 into each other.

As illustrated in FIGS. 4 and 8, the modular exercise apparatus 100 further includes a pair of door locks 180 disposed on the storage doors 156, 206 of the first and second portions 150, 200. The door lock 180 is used to secure the storage door 156, 206 to the storage body 155, 205 when the storage door 156, 206 moves from the open position to a close position (to block access to the interior of the storage body 155, 205). The door lock 180 is movable between: a lock position where the storage door 156, 206 is secured to the storage body 155, 205; and a unlock position where the storage door 156, 206 can be moved away from the storage body 155, 205.

FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the modular exercise apparatus 100 according to a second embodiment of the present disclosure. The modular exercise apparatus 100 further includes a carrying case 101 configured to house the modular exercise apparatus 100 and having a handle 102 for the user to carry the carrying case 101 by hand. In different embodiments, the modular exercise apparatus 100 also include a movable weight wagon 103 (illustrated in FIG. 10) for a plurality of modular exercise apparatuses 100 to be placed thereon and moved as a group.

In one embodiment, the modular exercise apparatus 100 further includes removable or protruding extending bars at the ends where the current ropes 310 in FIG. 6 can be removed and free weights or additional weight plates to be added to the system.

FIG. 11 is a perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus 400 in accordance with some embodiments. In some embodiments, the modular exercise apparatus 400 includes a first portion 410, a second portion 420, a first plurality of support rods 430, a second plurality of support rods 440, a first handle 450, a second handle 460, and a plurality of bumpers 470, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first portion 410 and the second portion 420 have similar dimensions (e.g., lengths, widths, diameters, circumference, etc.). However, in different embodiments, the first portion 410 and the second portion 420 have different dimensions. For example, in different embodiments, at least one of the dimensions of the first portion 410 is larger than at least one of the dimensions of the second portion 420. Also, in different embodiments, at least one of the dimensions of the first portion 410 is less than at least one of the dimensions of the second portion 420.

In the depicted example of FIG. 11, in some embodiments, the first portion 410 includes a first body 411, a first barrier 412, a first recessed grip 413, and a first gap 414, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first body 411 is constructed of plastic and/or metal. Moreover, the first body 411 is rigid, durable, and resistant to damage. For example, the first body 411 resists an external application of force, such as contacting a ground surface (e.g., being dropped) and/or impact against another object. The first barrier 412 is movably (i.e., hingedly, rotatably, pivotally, slidably) disposed on at least a portion of the first body 411. More specifically, the first barrier 412 moves from closed against the first body 411 in a first position to at least partially opened away from the first body 411 in a second position. Conversely, the first barrier 412 moves from opened away from the first body 411 in the second position to closed against the first body 411 in the first position. Alternatively, and/or in addition thereto, the first barrier 412 detachably connects to the first body 411, such as, for example, a snap fit, magnet, adhesive, and the like. The first barrier 412 may cover and/or enclose a first compartment (not shown) while closed against the first body 411. The first recessed grip 413 is disposed on at least a portion of the first body 411. The first recessed grip 413 is recessed with respect to an external surface of the first body 411. That is, the first recessed grip 413 is disposed on a plane different from a plane of the external surface of the first body 411. The first recessed grip 413 facilitates gripping of the first barrier 412, such as a latch of the first barrier 412. The first gap 414 is an opening that extends from a first side of the first body 411 through a second side of the first body 411.

In some embodiments, the first body 411 includes a first end 411a and a second end 411b, but is not limited thereto. The first end 411a has a recessed edge. That is, the recessed edge of the first end 411a is disposed on a plane different from a plane of an edge of the first end 411a. The second end 411b is disposed at a distance furthest from the first end 411a.

In the depicted example of FIG. 11, in some embodiments, the second portion 420 includes a second body 421, a second barrier 422, a second recessed grip 423, and a second gap 424, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the second body 421 is constructed of plastic and/or metal. Moreover, the second body 421 is rigid, durable, and resistant to damage. For example, the second body 421 resists an external application of force, such as contacting a ground surface (e.g., being dropped) and/or impact against another object. The second barrier 422 is movably (i.e., hingedly, rotatably, pivotally, slidably) disposed on at least a portion of the second body 421. More specifically, the second barrier 422 moves from closed against the second body 421 in a first position to at least partially opened away from the second body 421 in a second position. Conversely, the second barrier 422 moves from opened away from the second body 421 in the second position to closed against the second body 421 in the first position. Alternatively, and/or in addition thereto, the second barrier 422 detachably connects to the second body 421, such as, for example, a snap fit, magnet, adhesive, and the like. The second barrier 422 may cover and/or enclose a second compartment (not shown) while closed against the second body 421. The second recessed grip 423 is disposed on at least a portion of the second body 421. The second recessed grip 423 is recessed with respect to an external surface of the second body 421. That is, the second recessed grip 423 is disposed on a plane different from a plane of the external surface of the second body 421. The second recessed grip 423 facilitates gripping of the second barrier 422, such as a latch of the second barrier 422. The second gap 424 is an opening that extends from a first side of the second body 421 through a second side of the second body 421.

In some embodiments, the second body 421 includes a first end 421a and a second end 421b, but is not limited thereto. The first end 421a has a protruding edge. That is, the protruding edge of the first end 421a is disposed on a plane different from a plane of an edge of the first end 411a. The second end 421b is disposed at a distance furthest from the protruding edge of the first end 421a. The protruding edge of the first end 421a removably connects and interlocks with the recessed edge of the first end 411a.

In some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 430 are disposed within at least a portion of an interior of the first body 411. In some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 430 are constructed of metal (e.g., steel). The first plurality of support rods 430 are connected to at least a portion of the first body 411 and prevent the first body 411 from deforming (e.g., bending, breaking, collapsing). Moreover, the first plurality of support rods 430 are weight bearing and support weighted devices (e.g., kettlebells, dumbbells, weight bags, etc.) disposed thereon.

Similarly, in some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 440 are disposed within at least a portion of an interior of the second body 421. In some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 440 are constructed of metal (e.g., steel). The second plurality of support rods 440 are connected to at least a portion of the second body 421 and prevent the second body 421 from deforming (e.g., bending, breaking, collapsing). Moreover, the second plurality of support rods 440 are weight bearing and support weighted devices (e.g., kettlebells, dumbbells, weight bags, etc.) disposed thereon.

The first handle 450 is removably connected within at least a portion of the first body 411. In the depicted example of FIG. 11, in some embodiments, the first handle 450 is removably connected to at least a portion of the first plurality of support rods 430. For example, in some embodiments, the first handle 450 is connected to the first plurality of support rods 430 via magnet, adhesive, snap fit, threaded interlock (i.e., screw), and the like. Additionally, in some embodiments, the first handle 450 includes a disconnect button or switch to disengage the connection, such as releasing the magnet, snap and/or allow movement to rotate the threaded interlock and extract the first handle 450. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the first handle 450 is removably connected to at least a portion of the first plurality of support rods 430 in a first direction in a first setting and a second direction in a second setting, such that the second direction is different from the first direction. Also, the first gap 414 facilitates access to the first handle 450 from the first side and/or the second side of the first body 411. The first handle 450 facilitates gripping thereof and movement of the first body 411.

The second handle 460 is removably connected within at least a portion of the second body 421. In the depicted example of FIG. 11, in some embodiments, the second handle 460 is removably connected to at least a portion of the second plurality of support rods 440. For example, in some embodiments, the second handle 460 is connected to the second plurality of support rods 440 via magnet, adhesive, snap fit, threaded interlock (i.e., screw), and the like. Additionally, in some embodiments, the second handle 460 includes a disconnect button or switch to disengage the connection, such as releasing the magnet, snap and/or allow movement to rotate the threaded interlock and extract the second handle 460. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the second handle 460 is removably connected to at least a portion of the second plurality of support rods 440 in the first direction in the first setting and the second direction in the second setting, such that the second direction is different from the first direction. Also, the second gap 424 facilitates access to the second handle 460 from the first side and/or the second side of the second body 421. The second handle 460 facilitates gripping thereof and movement of the second body 421.

The plurality of bumpers 470 are circumferentially disposed around a perimeter of the first body 411 and the second body 421. Each of the plurality of bumpers 470 absorb an impact to the first body 411 and the second body 421. Furthermore, each of the plurality of bumpers 470 facilitate rolling the first body 411 and the second body 421 while disposed on an external surface (e.g., rolling on the ground).

FIG. 12 is a perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus 500 in accordance with some embodiments. In some embodiments, the modular exercise apparatus 500 includes a first portion 510, a second portion 520, a first plurality of support rods 430, a second plurality of support rods 440, a first handle 450, a second handle 460, a plurality of bumpers 470, and a plurality of extension rods 580, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first portion 510 and the second portion 520 have similar dimensions (e.g., lengths, widths, diameters, circumference, etc.). However, in different embodiments, the first portion 510 and the second portion 520 have different dimensions. For example, in different embodiments, at least one of the dimensions of the first portion 510 is larger than at least one of the dimensions of the second portion 520. Also, in different embodiments, at least one of the dimensions of the first portion 510 is less than at least one of the dimensions of the second portion 520.

In the depicted example of FIG. 12, in some embodiments, the first portion 510 includes a first body 511, a first barrier 512, and a first recessed grip 513, and a first gap 514, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first body 511 is constructed of plastic and/or metal. Moreover, the first body 511 is rigid, durable, and resistant to damage. For example, the first body 511 resists an external application of force, such as contacting a ground surface (e.g., being dropped) and/or impact against another object. The first barrier 512 is movably (i.e., hingedly, rotatably, pivotally, slidably) disposed on at least a portion of the first body 511. More specifically, the first barrier 512 moves from closed against the first body 511 in a first position to at least partially opened away from the first body 511 in a second position. Conversely, the first barrier 512 moves from opened away from the first body 511 in the second position to closed against the first body 511 in the first position. Alternatively, and/or in addition thereto, the first barrier 512 detachably connects to the first body 511, such as, for example, a snap fit, magnet, adhesive, and the like. The first barrier 512 may cover and/or enclose a first compartment (not shown) while closed against the first body 511. The first recessed grip 513 is disposed on at least a portion of the first body 511. The first recessed grip 513 is recessed with respect to an external surface of the first body 511. That is, the first recessed grip 513 is disposed on a plane different from a plane of the external surface of the first body 511. The first recessed grip 513 facilitates gripping of the first barrier 512, such as a latch of the first barrier 512. The first gap 514 is an opening disposed at a portion of the first body 511. In contrast to the modular exercise apparatus 400, the first gap 514 does not extend through the first body 511 in the same manner as the first gap 414.

In some embodiments, the first body 511 includes a first end 511a and a second end 511b, but is not limited thereto. The first end 511a has a recessed edge. That is, the recessed edge of the first end 511a is disposed on a plane different from a plane of an edge of the first end 511a. The second end 511b is disposed at a distance furthest from the first end 511a.

In the depicted example of FIG. 12, in some embodiments, the second portion 520 includes a second body 521, a second barrier 522, a second recessed grip 523, and a second gap 524, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the second body 521 is constructed of plastic and/or metal. Moreover, the second body 521 is rigid, durable, and resistant to damage. For example, the second body 521 resists an external application of force, such as contacting a ground surface (e.g., being dropped) and/or impact against another object. The second barrier 522 is movably (i.e., hingedly, rotatably, pivotally, slidably) disposed on at least a portion of the second body 521. More specifically, the second barrier 522 moves from closed against the second body 521 in a first position to at least partially opened away from the second body 521 in a second position. Conversely, the second barrier 522 moves from opened away from the second body 521 in the second position to closed against the second body 521 in the first position. Alternatively, and/or in addition thereto, the second barrier 522 detachably connects to the second body 521, such as, for example, a snap fit, magnet, adhesive, and the like. The second barrier 522 may cover and/or enclose a second compartment (not shown) while closed against the second body 521. The second recessed grip 523 is disposed on at least a portion of the second body 521. The second recessed grip 523 is recessed with respect to an external surface of the second body 521. That is, the second recessed grip 523 is disposed on a plane different from a plane of the external surface of the second body 521. The second recessed grip 523 facilitates gripping of the second barrier 522, such as a latch of the second barrier 522. The second gap 524 is an opening disposed at a portion of the second body 521. In contrast to the modular exercise apparatus 400, the second gap 524 does not extend through the second body 521 in the same manner as the second gap 424.

In some embodiments, the second body 521 includes a first end 521a and a second end 521b, but is not limited thereto. The first end 521a has a protruding edge. That is, the protruding edge of the first end 521a is disposed on a plane different from a plane of an edge of the first end 511a. The second end 521b is disposed at a distance furthest from the protruding edge of the first end 521a. The protruding edge of the first end 521a removably connects and interlocks with the recessed edge of the first end 511a.

In some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 430 are disposed within at least a portion of an interior of the first body 511. In some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 430 are constructed of metal (e.g., steel). The first plurality of support rods 430 are connected to at least a portion of the first body 511 and prevent the first body 511 from deforming (e.g., bending, breaking, collapsing). Moreover, the first plurality of support rods 430 are weight bearing and support weighted devices (e.g., kettlebells, dumbbells, weight bags, etc.) disposed thereon.

Similarly, in some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 440 are disposed within at least a portion of an interior of the second body 521. In some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 440 are constructed of metal (e.g., steel). The second plurality of support rods 440 are connected to at least a portion of the second body 521 and prevent the second body 521 from deforming (e.g., bending, breaking, collapsing). Moreover, the second plurality of support rods 440 are weight bearing and support weighted devices (e.g., kettlebells, dumbbells, weight bags, etc.) disposed thereon.

The first handle 450 is removably connected within at least a portion of the first body 511. In the depicted example of FIG. 12, in some embodiments, the first handle 450 is removably connected to at least a portion of the first plurality of support rods 430. For example, in some embodiments, the first handle 450 is connected to the first plurality of support rods 430 via magnet, adhesive, snap fit, threaded interlock (i.e., screw), and the like. Additionally, in some embodiments, the first handle 450 includes a disconnect button or switch to disengage the connection, such as releasing the magnet, snap and/or allow movement to rotate the threaded interlock and extract the first handle 450. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the first handle 450 is removably connected to at least a portion of the first plurality of support rods 430 in a first direction in a first setting and a second direction in a second setting, such that the second direction is different from the first direction. Also, the first gap 514 facilitates access to the first handle 450 within the first body 511.

The second handle 460 is removably connected within at least a portion of the second body 521. In the depicted example of FIG. 12, in some embodiments, the second handle 460 is removably connected to at least a portion of the second plurality of support rods 440. For example, in some embodiments, the second handle 460 is connected to the second plurality of support rods 440 via magnet, adhesive, snap fit, threaded interlock (i.e., screw), and the like. Additionally, in some embodiments, the second handle 460 includes a disconnect button or switch to disengage the connection, such as releasing the magnet, snap and/or allow movement to rotate the threaded interlock and extract the second handle 460. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the second handle 460 is removably connected to at least a portion of the second plurality of support rods 440 in the first direction in the first setting and the second direction in the second setting, such that the second direction is different from the first direction. Also, the second gap 524 facilitates access to the second handle 460 within the second body 521.

The plurality of bumpers 470 are circumferentially disposed around a perimeter of the first body 511 and the second body 521. Each of the plurality of bumpers 470 absorb an impact to the first body 511 and the second body 521. Furthermore, each of the plurality of bumpers 470 facilitate rolling the first body 511 and the second body 521 while disposed on an external surface (e.g., rolling on the ground).

The plurality of extension rods 580 are disposed on at least a portion of the first body 511 and the second body 521. Specifically, at least one first of the plurality of extension rods 580 is disposed at the second end 511b of the first body 511 and at least one second of the plurality of extension rods 580 is disposed at the second end 521b of the second body 521. Additionally, the at least one first of the plurality of extension rods 580 extends away from the second end 511b with respect to a first lateral direction. The at least one second of the plurality of extension rods 580 extends away from the second end 521b with respect to a second lateral direction opposite to the first lateral direction. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of extension rods 580 receives at least one weight (e.g., weight plates) thereon. In other words, each of the plurality of extension rods 580 store the at least one weight along a length thereof.

FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a plurality of support rods 430, 440 disposed within an interior of a modular exercise apparatus 400 in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 14 is a perspective view of a plurality of support rods 430, 440 disposed within an interior of a modular exercise apparatus 400 in accordance with some embodiments. In some embodiments, the modular exercise apparatus 400 further includes an attachment core 480, a first plurality of section plates 490, and a second plurality of section plates 495, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 430 have substantially similar length to the first body 411 and the first plurality of section plates 490 have substantially similar circumference and/or diameter as the first body 411. In this manner, the first plurality of support rods 430 and the first plurality of section plates 490 substantially fill a volume within the first body 411 to support the structure of the first body 411 and prevent collapse. However, in different embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 430 and the first plurality of section plates 490 have different dimensions (i.e., length, circumference, diameter) from the first body 411, but still support the first body 411. Similarly, in some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 440 have substantially similar length to the second body 421 and the second plurality of section plates 495 have substantially similar circumference and/or diameter as the second body 421. In this manner, the second plurality of support rods 440 and the second plurality of section plates 495 substantially fill a volume within the second body 421 to support the structure of the second body 421 and prevent collapse. However, in different embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 440 and the second plurality of section plates 495 have different dimensions (i.e., length, circumference, diameter) from the second body 411, but still support the second body 411.

In the depicted example of FIGS. 13 and 14, in some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 430 includes a first support rod 431, a second support rod 432, and a third support rod 433, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first support rod 431 and the second support rod 432 have equivalent dimensions (e.g., length, width, diameter, circumference). Moreover, the first support rod 431 and the second support rod 432 are disposed on a same plane and/or oriented in a similar direction. That is, the first support rod 431 and the second support rod 432 are disposed in parallel. In the depicted example of FIGS. 13 and 14, the third support rod 433 has different dimensions from the first support rod 431 and the second support rod 432. In particular, the third support rod 433 is at least smaller in length with respect to the first support rod 431 and the second support rod 432. Additionally, the third support rod 433 is disposed on a different plane from the first support rod 431 and the second support rod 432 with respect to a side view.

In some embodiments, the first support rod 431 and the second support rod 432 include a first bracket 431a and a second bracket 432a, respectively, but are not limited thereto. The first bracket 431a is disposed on at least a portion of the first support rod 431. The second bracket 432a is disposed on at least a portion of the second support rod 432. The first bracket 431a and/or the second bracket 432a detachably connect to the first handle 450. In other words, the first handle 450 removably connects to the first bracket 431a and/or the second bracket 432a. Moreover, the first handle 450 removably connects to the first bracket 431a and/or the second bracket 432a in the first direction in the first setting.

In the depicted example of FIGS. 13 and 14, in some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 440 includes a first support rod 441, a second support rod 442, and a third support rod 443, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first support rod 441 and the second support rod 442 have equivalent dimensions (e.g., length, width, diameter, circumference). Moreover, the first support rod 441 and the second support rod 442 are disposed on a same plane and/or oriented in a similar direction. That is, the first support rod 441 and the second support rod 442 are disposed in parallel. In the depicted example of FIG. 13, the third support rod 443 has different dimensions from the first support rod 441 and the second support rod 442. In particular, the third support rod 443 is at least smaller in length with respect to the first support rod 441 and the second support rod 442. Additionally, the third support rod 443 is disposed on a different plane from the first support rod 441 and the second support rod 442 with respect to a side view.

In some embodiments, the first support rod 441 and the second support rod 442 include a first bracket 441a and a second bracket 442a, respectively, but are not limited thereto. The first bracket 441a is disposed on at least a portion of the first support rod 441. The second bracket 442a is disposed on at least a portion of the second support rod 442. The first bracket 441a and/or the second bracket 442a detachably connect to the first handle 460. In other words, the second handle 460 removably connects to the first bracket 441a and/or the second bracket 442a. Moreover, the second handle 460 removably connects to the first bracket 441a and/or the second bracket 442a in the first direction in the first setting.

In some embodiments, the attachment core 480 is constructed of metal (e.g., steel). However, in different embodiments, the attachment core 480 is constructed of carbon fiber, metallic alloy, hard plastic, and/or any combination thereof. The attachment core 480 includes a first core 481 and a second core 482, but is not limited thereto. The first core 481 is connected to (i.e., welded, fastened) the first plurality of support rods 430, such as a first end of the first support rod 431 and a first end of the second support rod 432. Similarly, the second core 482 is connected to (i.e., welded, fastened) the second plurality of support rods 440, such as a first end of the first support rod 441 and a first end of the second support rod 442.

In some embodiments, the first core 481 has a recessed edge. That is, the recessed edge of the first core 481 is disposed on a plane different from a plane of an edge of the first core 481. On the other hand, in some embodiments, the second core 482 has a protruding edge. That is, the protruding edge of the second core 482 is disposed on a plane different from a plane of an edge of the second core 482. The protruding edge of the second core 482 removably connects and interlocks with the recessed edge of the first core 481. In this manner, the first core 481 and the second core 482 prevent movement (e.g., rotation) with respect to the interlocked portion while interlocked.

In some embodiments, the first plurality of section plates 490 includes a first section plate 491, a second section plate 492, and a third section plate 493, but is not limited thereto. Each of the first plurality of section plates 490 reinforce and stabilize the first body 411 and/or the first plurality of support rods 430. In the depicted example of FIGS. 13 and 14, the first section plate 491 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 431 and the second support rod 432. The second section plate 492 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 431, the second support rod 432, and the third support rod 433. Moreover, the second section plate 492 is disposed at a first distance from the first section plate 491. The third section plate 493 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 431, the second support rod 432, and the third support rod 433. Also, the third section plate 493 is disposed at a second distance from the second section plate 491. In the depicted example, the second distance is greater than the first distance, however, in different embodiments, the second distance is equivalent to the first distance or less than the first distance depending on configuration of the first plurality of section plates 490. Furthermore, each of the first plurality of support rods 430 are connected to the first plurality of section plates 490 through holes in each of the first plurality of section plates 490.

In some embodiments, the first section plate 491 and the second section plate 492 include a first plate bracket 491a and a second plate bracket 492a, respectively, but are not limited thereto. The first plate bracket 491a is disposed at a center of the first section plate 491. The second plate bracket 492a is disposed a center of the second section plate 492. The first plate bracket 491a and/or the second plate bracket 492a detachably connect to the first handle 450. In other words, the first handle 450 removably connects to the first plate bracket 491a and/or the second plate bracket 492a. Moreover, the first handle 450 removably connects to the first plate bracket 491a and/or the second plate bracket 492a in the second direction in the second setting.

In some embodiments, the second plurality of section plates 495 includes a first section plate 496, a second section plate 497, and a third section plate 498, but is not limited thereto. Each of the second plurality of section plates 495 reinforce and stabilize the second body 411 and/or the second plurality of support rods 440. In the depicted example of FIGS. 13 and 14, the first section plate 496 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 441 and the second support rod 442. The second section plate 497 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 441, the second support rod 442, and the third support rod 443. Moreover, the second section plate 497 is disposed at a first distance from the first section plate 496. The third section plate 498 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 441, the second support rod 442, and the third support rod 443. Also, the third section plate 498 is disposed at a second distance from the second section plate 497. In the depicted example, the second distance is greater than the first distance, however, in different embodiments, the second distance is equivalent to the first distance or less than the first distance depending on configuration of the second plurality of section plates 495. Furthermore, each of the second plurality of support rods 440 are connected to the second plurality of section plates 495 through holes in each of the second plurality of section plates 495.

In some embodiments, the first section plate 496 and the second section plate 497 include a first plate bracket 496a and a second plate bracket 497a, respectively, but are not limited thereto. The first plate bracket 496a is disposed at a center of the first section plate 496. The second plate bracket 497a is disposed a center of the second section plate 497. The first plate bracket 496a and/or the second plate bracket 497a detachably connect to the second handle 460. In other words, the second handle 460 removably connects to the first plate bracket 496a and/or the second plate bracket 497a. Moreover, the second handle 460 removably connects to the first plate bracket 496a and/or the second plate bracket 497a in the second direction in the second setting.

In some embodiments, the first core 481 includes a first fastener receiving aperture 481a and a second fastener receiving aperture 481b, but is not limited thereto. Additionally, the first section plate 491 includes a first slot 491b and a second slot 491c, but is not limited thereto. The first fastener receiving aperture 481a and the first slot 491b receive at least one first fastener 10 therein. In the depicted example of FIG. 14, the at least one first fastener 10 is a screw including a threaded portion and a non-threaded portion. However, in different embodiments, the at least one first fastener 10 includes a bolt, a nut, a washer, a nail, an adhesive, a magnet, and/or any combination thereof, but is not limited thereto. Moreover, the at least one first fastener 10 is removably inserted through the first slot 491b against the first section plate 491 to connect within the first fastener receiving aperture 481a, such as threads corresponding to the threaded portion of the at least one first fastener 10 therein. In some embodiments, the at least one first fastener 10 connects through the first core 481 and at least partially within the second core 482 (e.g., via a first fastener receiving aperture 482a) and into a first slot 496b. The second fastener receiving aperture 481b and the second slot 491c operate similarly to the first fastener receiving aperture 481a and the first slot 491b, respectively. Also, in different embodiments, another at least one first fastener 10 (not shown) is used to connect to the second fastener receiving aperture 481b and the second slot 491c. In this manner, the at least one first fastener 10 increases tension and connectivity of each of the first plurality of support rods 430 and each of the first plurality of section plates 490 to the first core 481 and/or the second core 482. As such, collectively, at least one first fastener 10, the first plurality of support rods 430, the first plurality of section plates 490, and/or the first core 481 increase rigidity and stability of the entire structure to support weights disposed thereon, as will be further described below.

In some embodiments, the second core 482 includes a first fastener receiving aperture 482a and a second fastener receiving aperture 482b, but is not limited thereto. Additionally, the first section plate 496 includes a first slot 496b and a second slot 496c, but is not limited thereto. The second fastener receiving aperture 482b and the second slot 496c receive at least one second fastener 12 therein. In the depicted example of FIG. 14, the at least one second fastener 12 is a screw including a threaded portion and a non-threaded portion. However, in different embodiments, the at least one second fastener 12 includes a bolt, a nut, a washer, a nail, an adhesive, a magnet, and/or any combination thereof, but is not limited thereto. Moreover, the at least one second fastener 12 is removably inserted through the second slot 496c against the first section plate 496 to connect within the second fastener receiving aperture 482b, such as threads corresponding to the threaded portion of the at least one second fastener 12 therein. In some embodiments, the at least one second fastener 12 connects through the second core 482 and at least partially within the first core 481. The first fastener receiving aperture 482a and the first slot 496b operate similarly to the second fastener receiving aperture 482b and the second slot 496c, respectively. Also, in different embodiments, another at least one second fastener 12 (not shown) is used to connect to the first fastener receiving aperture 482a and the first slot 496b. In this manner, the at least one second fastener 12 increases tension and connectivity of each of the second plurality of support rods 440 and each of the second plurality of section plates 495 to the second core 482 and/or the first core 481. As such, collectively, at least one second fastener 12, the second plurality of support rods 440, the second plurality of section plates 495, and/or the second core 482 increase rigidity and stability of the entire structure to support weights disposed thereon, as will be further described below.

In some embodiments, the modular exercise apparatus 400 further includes a first curved wall 610, a second curved wall 630, and an enclosing wall 640, but is not limited thereto. Referring to FIG. 14, it will be appreciated that another enclosing wall is disposed over the first curved wall 610, but is omitted for clarity. The first curved wall 610 is disposed between each of the first plurality of support rods 430. More specifically, the first curved wall 610 is disposed on the first support rod 431, the second support rod 432, and the third support rod 433, such that a vertex of the first curved wall 610 is disposed on the third support rod 433. In this manner, the first curved wall 610 receives the at least one weight thereon, such as, for example, at least one kettlebell 20 and/or at least one weight container 22 (e.g., sand bag, water bag, and the like). Furthermore, the another enclosing wall is movably connected (e.g., hingedly, rotatably, pivotally) to at least a portion of the first support rod 431 or the second support rod 432, and/or the first curved wall 610. Accordingly, the another enclosing wall moves from closed over the first curved wall 610 in a first position to at least partially opened away from the first curved wall 610 in a second position. Conversely, the another enclosing wall moves from opened away from the first curved wall 610 in the second position to closed over the first curved wall 610 in the first position. Therefore, collectively, the first curved wall 610 and the another enclosing wall form a first compartment that encloses and/or surrounds the at least one kettlebell 20 and/or the at least one weight container 22 therein.

Alternatively, and/or in addition thereto, the first curved wall 610 includes a drain hole (not shown) and a cap to facilitate drainage of weight contents (e.g., sand, water, a combination thereof, and the like) therefrom. It will be appreciated that including the drain hole and the cap, corresponds to a second drain hole and a second cap on the first body 411 to facilitate drainage of the weight contents through the first body 411.

The second curved wall 630 is disposed between each of the second plurality of support rods 440. More specifically, the second curved wall 630 is disposed on the first support rod 441, the second support rod 442, and the third support rod 443, such that a vertex of the second curved wall 630 is disposed on the third support rod 443. In this manner, the second curved wall 630 receives the at least one weight thereon, such as, for example, the at least one kettlebell 20 and/or the at least one weight container 22 (e.g., sand bag, water bag, and the like). Furthermore, the enclosing wall 640 is movably connected (e.g., hingedly, rotatably, pivotally) to at least a portion of the first support rod 441 or the second support rod 442, and/or the second curved wall 630. Accordingly, the enclosing wall 640 moves from closed over the second curved wall 630 in a first position to at least partially opened away from the second curved wall 630 in a second position. Conversely, the enclosing wall 640 moves from opened away from the second curved wall 630 in the second position to closed over the second curved wall 630 in the first position. Therefore, collectively, the second curved wall 630 and the enclosing wall 640 form a second compartment that encloses and/or surrounds the at least one kettlebell 20 and/or the at least one weight container 22 therein.

Alternatively, and/or in addition thereto, the second curved wall 630 includes a drain hole (not shown) and a cap to facilitate drainage of weight contents (e.g., sand, water, a combination thereof, and the like) therefrom. It will be appreciated that including the drain hole and the cap, corresponds to a second drain hole and a second cap on the second body 421 to facilitate drainage of the weight contents through the second body 421.

The second section plate 497 and the third section plate 498 include a first rod receiving groove 497b and a second rod receiving groove 498a, respectively. In some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 440 further includes a cargo rod 444. The cargo rod 444 is removably connected (e.g., snap fit, magnet, adhesive) to the first rod receiving groove 497b and the second rod receiving groove 498a. The cargo rod 444 prevents the enclosing wall 640 from movement, and secures the enclosing wall 640. As such, the cargo rod 444 increases rigidity and stability of the second compartment.

The second section plate 492 and the third section plate 493 include a first rod receiving groove 492b and a second rod receiving groove 493a, respectively. In some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 430 further includes a cargo rod, not shown for clarity. The cargo rod is removably connected (e.g., snap fit, magnet, adhesive) to the first rod receiving groove 492b and the second rod receiving groove 493a. The cargo rod prevents the another enclosing wall from movement, and secures the another enclosing wall. As such, the cargo rod increases rigidity and stability of the first compartment.

Therefore, the modular exercise apparatus 400 is modifiable and customizable with the at least one weight within the first compartment and/or the second compartment. It will be appreciated that although the aforementioned components and features have been described for the modular exercise apparatus 400 with respect to FIGS. 13 and 14, the same components and features are also applicable to the modular exercise apparatus 500 unless otherwise described above.

FIG. 15A is a front top perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus 700 in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 15B is a front bottom perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus 700 in accordance with some embodiments. The modular exercise apparatus 700 may implement or be implemented by aspects of the modular exercise apparatus 400 and 500 as described with reference to FIGS. 11 to 14. In some embodiments, the modular exercise apparatus 700 includes a first portion 710, a second portion 720, a first plurality of support rods 730, a second plurality of support rods 740, a first handle 750, a second handle 760, a plurality of bumpers 770, and a plurality of extension rods 680, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first portion 710 and the second portion 720 have similar dimensions (e.g., lengths, widths, diameters, circumference, etc.). However, in different embodiments, the first portion 710 and the second portion 720 have different dimensions. For example, in different embodiments, at least one of the dimensions of the first portion 710 is larger than at least one of the dimensions of the second portion 720. Also, in different embodiments, at least one of the dimensions of the first portion 710 is less than at least one of the dimensions of the second portion 720.

In the depicted example of FIGS. 15A and 15B, in some embodiments, the first portion 710 includes a first body 711, a first barrier 712, and a first recessed grip 713, and a first gap 714, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first body 711 is constructed of plastic and/or metal. Moreover, the first body 711 is rigid, durable, and resistant to damage. For example, the first body 711 resists an external application of force, such as contacting a ground surface (e.g., being dropped) and/or impact against another object. The first barrier 712 is movably (i.e., hingedly, rotatably, pivotally, slidably) disposed on at least a portion of the first body 711. More specifically, the first barrier 712 moves from closed against the first body 711 in a first position to at least partially opened away from the first body 711 in a second position. Conversely, the first barrier 712 moves from opened away from the first body 711 in the second position to closed against the first body 711 in the first position. Alternatively, and/or in addition thereto, the first barrier 712 detachably connects to the first body 711, such as, for example, a snap fit, magnet, adhesive, and the like. The first barrier 712 may cover and/or enclose a first compartment (not shown) while closed against the first body 711. The first recessed grip 713 is disposed on at least a portion of the first body 711. The first recessed grip 713 is recessed with respect to an external surface of the first body 711. That is, the first recessed grip 713 is disposed on a plane different from a plane of the external surface of the first body 711. The first recessed grip 713 facilitates gripping of the first barrier 712, such as a latch of the first barrier 712. The first gap 714 is an opening disposed at a portion of the first body 711. In contrast to the modular exercise apparatus 400, the first gap 714 does not extend through the first body 711 in the same manner as the first gap 414.

In some embodiments, the first body 711 includes a first end 711a and a second end 711b, but is not limited thereto. In the depicted example of FIGS. 15A and 15B, the first end 711a has a circular or cylindrical shape. However, in different embodiments, the first end 711a is square, rectangular, triangular, a pentagon, a hexagon, a heptagon, or an octagon, but is not limited thereto. The second end 711b is disposed at a distance furthest from the first end 711a.

In the depicted example of FIGS. 15A and 15B, in some embodiments, the second portion 720 includes a second body 721, a second barrier 722, a second recessed grip 723, and a second gap 724, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the second body 721 is constructed of plastic and/or metal. Moreover, the second body 721 is rigid, durable, and resistant to damage. For example, the second body 721 resists an external application of force, such as contacting a ground surface (e.g., being dropped) and/or impact against another object. The second barrier 722 is movably (i.e., hingedly, rotatably, pivotally, slidably) disposed on at least a portion of the second body 721. More specifically, the second barrier 722 moves from closed against the second body 721 in a first position to at least partially opened away from the second body 721 in a second position. Conversely, the second barrier 722 moves from opened away from the second body 521 in the second position to closed against the second body 721 in the first position. Alternatively, and/or in addition thereto, the second barrier 722 detachably connects to the second body 721, such as, for example, a snap fit, magnet, adhesive, and the like. The second barrier 722 may cover and/or enclose a second compartment (not shown) while closed against the second body 721. The second recessed grip 723 is disposed on at least a portion of the second body 721. The second recessed grip 723 is recessed with respect to an external surface of the second body 721. That is, the second recessed grip 723 is disposed on a plane different from a plane of the external surface of the second body 721. The second recessed grip 723 facilitates gripping of the second barrier 722, such as a latch of the second barrier 722. The second gap 724 is an opening disposed at a portion of the second body 721. In contrast to the modular exercise apparatus 400, the second gap 724 does not extend through the second body 721 in the same manner as the second gap 424.

In some embodiments, the second body 721 includes a first end 721a and a second end 721b, but is not limited thereto. In the depicted example of FIGS. 15A and 15B, the first end 721a has a circular or cylindrical shape. However, in different embodiments, the first end 721a is square, rectangular, triangular, a pentagon, a hexagon, a heptagon, or an octagon, but is not limited thereto. The second end 721b is disposed at a distance furthest from the first end 721a.

In some embodiments, the first body 711 and the second body 721 further include a first cap 711c and a second cap 721c, respectively, but are not limited thereto. The first cap 711c removably connects to at least a portion of a first drain hole (not shown). That is, the first cap 711c closes the first drain hole while connected to the first body 711 to prevent contents (e.g., water, sand, a combination thereof, and the like) within the first body 711 from draining and/or leaking out. Similarly, the second cap 721c removably connects to at least a portion of a second drain hole (not shown). That is, the second cap 721c closes the second drain hole while connected to the second body 721 to prevent contents (e.g., water, sand, a combination thereof, and the like) within the second body 721 from draining and/or leaking out.

In some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 730 are disposed within at least a portion of an interior of the first body 711. In some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 730 are constructed of metal (e.g., steel). The first plurality of support rods 730 are connected to at least a portion of the first body 711 and prevent the first body 711 from deforming (e.g., bending, breaking, collapsing). Moreover, the first plurality of support rods 730 are weight bearing and support weighted devices (e.g., kettlebells, dumbbells, weight bags, etc.) disposed thereon.

Similarly, in some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 740 are disposed within at least a portion of an interior of the second body 721. In some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 740 are constructed of metal (e.g., steel). The second plurality of support rods 740 are connected to at least a portion of the second body 721 and prevent the second body 721 from deforming (e.g., bending, breaking, collapsing). Moreover, the second plurality of support rods 740 are weight bearing and support weighted devices (e.g., kettlebells, dumbbells, weight bags, etc.) disposed thereon.

The first handle 750 is removably connected within at least a portion of the first body 711. In the depicted example of FIGS. 15A and 15B, in some embodiments, the first handle 750 is removably connected to at least a portion of the first plurality of support rods 730. For example, in some embodiments, the first handle 750 is connected to the first plurality of support rods 730 via magnet, adhesive, snap fit, threaded interlock (i.e., screw), and the like. Additionally, in some embodiments, the first handle 750 includes a disconnect button or switch to disengage the connection, such as releasing the magnet, snap and/or allow movement to rotate the threaded interlock and extract the first handle 750. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the first handle 750 is removably connected to at least a portion of the first plurality of support rods 730 in a first direction in a first setting and a second direction in a second setting, such that the second direction is different from the first direction. Also, the first gap 714 facilitates access to the first handle 750 within the first body 711.

The second handle 760 is removably connected within at least a portion of the second body 721. In the depicted example of FIGS. 15A and 15B, in some embodiments, the second handle 760 is removably connected to at least a portion of the second plurality of support rods 740. For example, in some embodiments, the second handle 760 is connected to the second plurality of support rods 740 via magnet, adhesive, snap fit, threaded interlock (i.e., screw), and the like. Additionally, in some embodiments, the second handle 760 includes a disconnect button or switch to disengage the connection, such as releasing the magnet, snap and/or allow movement to rotate the threaded interlock and extract the second handle 760. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the second handle 760 is removably connected to at least a portion of the second plurality of support rods 740 in the first direction in the first setting and the second direction in the second setting, such that the second direction is different from the first direction. Also, the second gap 724 facilitates access to the second handle 760 within the second body 721.

The plurality of bumpers 770 are circumferentially disposed around a perimeter of the first body 711 and the second body 721. Each of the plurality of bumpers 770 absorb an impact to the first body 711 and the second body 721. Furthermore, each of the plurality of bumpers 770 facilitate rolling the first body 711 and the second body 721 while disposed on an external surface (e.g., rolling on the ground).

The plurality of extension rods 680 are disposed on at least a portion of the first body 711 and the second body 721. Specifically, at least one first of the plurality of extension rods 680 is disposed at the second end 711b of the first body 711 and at least one second of the plurality of extension rods 580 is disposed at the second end 721b of the second body 721. Additionally, the at least one first of the plurality of extension rods 680 extends away from the second end 711b with respect to a first lateral direction. The at least one second of the plurality of extension rods 680 extends away from the second end 721b with respect to a second lateral direction opposite to the first lateral direction. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of extension rods 680 receives at least one weight (e.g., weight plates) thereon. In other words, each of the plurality of extension rods 680 store the at least one weight along a length thereof.

FIG. 16A is a front top perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus 700 illustrating a first portion 710 detached from a second portion 720 in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 16B is a rear top perspective view of a modular exercise apparatus 700 illustrating a first portion 710 detached from a second portion 720 in accordance with some embodiments. Referring to FIGS. 16A and 16B, in some embodiments, the modular exercise apparatus 700 further includes an attachment core 780, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the attachment core 780 is constructed of metal (e.g., steel). However, in different embodiments, the attachment core 780 is constructed of carbon fiber, metallic alloy, hard plastic, and/or any combination thereof. The attachment core 780 includes a first core 781 and a second core 782, but is not limited thereto. The first core 781 is connected to (i.e., welded, fastened) the first plurality of support rods 730, such as a first end of the first support rod 731 and a first end of the second support rod 732. Similarly, the second core 782 is connected to (i.e., welded, fastened) the second plurality of support rods 740, such as a first end of the first support rod 741 and a first end of the second support rod 742.

In some embodiments, the first core 781 includes a plurality of connecting holes 781a and a plurality of connecting slots 781b, but is not limited thereto. Each of the plurality of connecting holes 781a are disposed on the first core 781 at a first predetermined distance from each other. In other words, each of the plurality of connecting holes 781a are disposed at a same distance with respect to each other. Moreover, each of the plurality of connecting slots 781b are disposed on the first core 781 at a second predetermined distance from each other. In some embodiments, the second core 782 includes a plurality of connecting protrusions 782a and a plurality of connecting flanges 782b, but is not limited thereto. Each of the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a is threaded along at least a portion thereof. Each of the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a are disposed on the second core 782 at the first predetermined distance from each other. In particular, each of the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a are disposed at the same distance with respect to each other as the plurality of connecting holes 781a. Moreover, a number of the plurality of connecting holes 781a corresponds and is equivalent to a number of the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a. Furthermore, the distance between each of the plurality of connecting holes 781a corresponds to the distance between each of the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a. Each of the plurality of connecting holes 781a receives at least one of the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a therein. In other words, each of the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a removably connects (i.e., inserts into) to at least one of the plurality of connecting holes 781a, such that the first body 711 and the second body 721 are interconnected as a singular body as illustrated in FIGS. 15A and 15B. As such, the second core 782 removably connects and interlocks with the first core 781. In this manner, the first core 781 and the second core 782 prevent movement (e.g., rotation) with respect to the interlocked portion while interlocked.

Furthermore, each of the plurality of connecting flanges 782b are disposed on the first core 781 at the second predetermined distance from each other. Thus, each of the plurality of connecting flanges 782b are disposed at the same distance with respect to each other as the plurality of connecting slots 781b. Moreover, a number of the plurality of connecting slots 781b corresponds and is equivalent to a number of the plurality of connecting flanges 782b. Each of the plurality of connecting slots 781b receives at least one of the plurality of connecting flanges 782b therein. In other words, each of the plurality of connecting flanges 782b removably connects (i.e., inserts into) to at least one of the plurality of connecting slots 781b, such that the first body 711 and the second body 721 are interconnected as a singular body as illustrated in FIGS. 15A and 15B. As such, the second core 782 removably connects and interlocks with the first core 781. In this manner, the first core 781 and the second core 782 prevent movement (e.g., rotation) with respect to the interlocked portion while interlocked. Also, the plurality of connecting flanges 782b inserted into the plurality of connecting slots 781b prevents torque on the first core 781 and/or the second core 782 in response to an external application of force (e.g., lifting the first body 711 and/or the second body 721 during exercise).

Additionally, in different embodiments, the first core 781 and/or the second core 782 are magnetized. In other words, the first core 781 and/or the second core 782 have at least a portion of a surface thereof that is magnetized to magnetically connect to each other. Also, in different embodiments, the first core 781 and/or the second core 782 are magnetized at specific portions, such that magnetically connecting the first core 781 and/or the second core 782, only connects in a manner where the first core 781 and/or the second core 782 are connected in an alignment where neither exceeds a boundary of the other. For example, magnetically connecting the first core 781 and/or the second core 782 where each is circular shaped, would connect them to be perfectly aligned along a circular edge of the first core 781 and a circular edge of the second core 782. Stated differently, magnetizing specific portions ensures symmetry while the first core 781 and/or the second core 782 are connected.

FIG. 17 is a top perspective view of a compartment with an open barrier 712 in accordance with some embodiments. In some embodiments, the first curved wall 610 includes a drain hole 611. The drain hole 611 connects to and interconnects with the first drain hole 711d of the first body 711. In this manner, contents within the compartment and at least partially disposed on the first curved wall 610 are extracted through the first drain hole 711d and/or the drain hole 611 in response to removing the first cap 711c from the first drain hole 711d.

FIG. 18A is a zoomed in view of a first portion of a modular exercise apparatus 700 with a cap disposed in a drain hole in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 18B is a zoomed in view of a first portion of a modular exercise apparatus 700 with a cap 711c removed from a drain hole in accordance with some embodiments. As described above, the first cap 711c removably connects to at least a portion of the first drain hole 711d. That is, the first cap 711c closes the first drain hole 711d while connected to the first body 711 to prevent contents (e.g., water, sand, a combination thereof, and the like) within the first body 711 from draining and/or leaking out. Conversely, removing the first cap 711c facilitates draining the contents within the compartment through the first drain hole 711d.

FIG. 19 is a perspective view of a plurality of support rods disposed within an interior of a modular exercise apparatus 700 in accordance with some embodiments. In some embodiments, the modular exercise apparatus 700 further includes a first plurality of section plates 790, and a second plurality of section plates 795, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 730 have substantially similar length to the first body 711 and the first plurality of section plates 790 have substantially similar circumference and/or diameter as the first body 711. In this manner, the first plurality of support rods 730 and the first plurality of section plates 790 substantially fill a volume within the first body 711 to support the structure of the first body 711 and prevent collapse. However, in different embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 730 and the first plurality of section plates 790 have different dimensions (i.e., length, circumference, diameter) from the first body 711, but still support the first body 711. Similarly, in some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 740 have substantially similar length to the second body 721 and the second plurality of section plates 795 have substantially similar circumference and/or diameter as the second body 721. In this manner, the second plurality of support rods 740 and the second plurality of section plates 795 substantially fill a volume within the second body 721 to support the structure of the second body 721 and prevent collapse. However, in different embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 740 and the second plurality of section plates 795 have different dimensions (i.e., length, circumference, diameter) from the second body 711, but still support the second body 711.

In the depicted example of FIG. 19, in some embodiments, the first plurality of support rods 730 includes a first support rod 731, a second support rod 732, and a third support rod 733, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first support rod 731 and the second support rod 732 have equivalent dimensions (e.g., length, width, diameter, circumference). Moreover, the first support rod 731 and the second support rod 732 are disposed on a same plane and/or oriented in a similar direction. That is, the first support rod 731 and the second support rod 732 are disposed in parallel. In the depicted example of FIG. 19, the third support rod 733 has different dimensions from the first support rod 731 and the second support rod 732. In particular, the third support rod 733 is at least smaller in length with respect to the first support rod 731 and the second support rod 732. Additionally, the third support rod 733 is disposed on a different plane from the first support rod 731 and the second support rod 732 with respect to a side view.

In the depicted example of FIG. 19, in some embodiments, the second plurality of support rods 740 includes a first support rod 741, a second support rod 742, and a third support rod 743, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the first support rod 741 and the second support rod 742 have equivalent dimensions (e.g., length, width, diameter, circumference). Moreover, the first support rod 741 and the second support rod 742 are disposed on a same plane and/or oriented in a similar direction. That is, the first support rod 741 and the second support rod 742 are disposed in parallel. In the depicted example of FIG. 19, the third support rod 743 has different dimensions from the first support rod 741 and the second support rod 742. In particular, the third support rod 743 is at least smaller in length with respect to the first support rod 741 and the second support rod 742. Additionally, the third support rod 743 is disposed on a different plane from the first support rod 741 and the second support rod 742 with respect to a side view.

In the depicted example of FIG. 19, the first handle 750 includes a first grip 751, a first grip body 752, a first grip bracket 753, and a second grip bracket 754, but is not limited thereto. The first grip 751 facilitates gripping thereof. Moreover, the first grip 751 receives a limb (e.g., a hand, a foot) of a user for lifting the first body 711 and/or the second body 721. Referring to FIG. 19, the first grip body 752 is circular or cylindrical. However, in different embodiments, the first grip body 752 is square, rectangular, triangular, a pentagon, a hexagon, a heptagon, or an octagon, but is not limited thereto. The first grip body 752 is connected to at least a portion of the first grip 751. For example, the first grip body 752 is connected to a first end of the first grip 751 and/or a second end of the first grip 751. The first grip bracket 753 is disposed on at least a portion of the first grip body 752 and the second grip bracket 754 is disposed on at least a portion of the first grip body 752 opposite to the first grip bracket 753. Moreover, the first grip bracket 753 receives at least a portion of the first support rod 731 therethrough and the second grip bracket 754 receives at least a portion of the second support rod 732 therethrough. As such, the first grip 751 and the first grip body 752 are disposed between the first support rod 731 and the second support rod 732.

In the depicted example of FIG. 19, the second handle 760 includes a second grip 761, a second grip body 762, a first grip bracket 763, and a second grip bracket 764, but is not limited thereto. The second grip 761 facilitates gripping thereof. Moreover, the second grip 761 receives a limb (e.g., a hand, a foot) of a user for lifting the first body 711 and/or the second body 721. Referring to FIG. 19, the second grip body 762 is circular or cylindrical. However, in different embodiments, the second grip body 762 is square, rectangular, triangular, a pentagon, a hexagon, a heptagon, or an octagon, but is not limited thereto. The second grip body 762 is connected to at least a portion of the second grip 761. For example, the second grip body 762 is connected to a first end of the second grip 761 and/or a second end of the second grip 761. The first grip bracket 763 is disposed on at least a portion of the second grip body 762 and the second grip bracket 764 is disposed on at least a portion of the second grip body 762 opposite to the first grip bracket 763. Moreover, the first grip bracket 763 receives at least a portion of the first support rod 741 therethrough and the second grip bracket 764 receives at least a portion of the second support rod 742 therethrough. As such, the second grip 761 and the second grip body 762 are disposed between the first support rod 741 and the second support rod 742.

In some embodiments, the first plurality of section plates 790 includes a first section plate 791, a second section plate 792, and a third section plate 793, but is not limited thereto. Each of the first plurality of section plates 790 reinforce and stabilize the first body 711 and/or the first plurality of support rods 730. In the depicted example of FIG. 19, the first section plate 791 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 731 and the second support rod 732. The second section plate 792 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 731, the second support rod 732, and the third support rod 733. Moreover, the second section plate 792 is disposed at a first distance from the first section plate 791. The third section plate 793 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 731, the second support rod 732, and the third support rod 733. Also, the third section plate 793 is disposed at a second distance from the second section plate 791. In the depicted example, the second distance is greater than the first distance, however, in different embodiments, the second distance is equivalent to the first distance or less than the first distance depending on configuration of the first plurality of section plates 790. Furthermore, each of the first plurality of support rods 730 are connected to the first plurality of section plates 790 through holes in each of the first plurality of section plates 790.

In some embodiments, the first section plate 791 and the second section plate 792 are connected to the first grip body 752. That is, the first grip body 752 is disposed on and between at least a portion of the first section plate 791 and the second section plate 792. In some embodiments, the second section plate 792 includes a first anchor 792a, but is not limited thereto. The first anchor 792a is disposed on at least a portion of the second section plate 792. The first anchor 792a receives and connects to an external band (not shown), such as a resistance band, a jump rope, a battle rope, an elastic band, any combination thereof, and the like. As such, the external band may be used to exercise with the modular exercise apparatus 700.

In some embodiments, the second plurality of section plates 795 includes a first section plate 796, a second section plate 797, and a third section plate 798, but is not limited thereto. Each of the second plurality of section plates 795 reinforce and stabilize the second body 711 and/or the second plurality of support rods 740. In the depicted example of FIG. 19, the first section plate 796 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 741 and the second support rod 742. The second section plate 797 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 741, the second support rod 742, and the third support rod 743. Moreover, the second section plate 797 is disposed at a first distance from the first section plate 796. The third section plate 798 is connected to at least a portion of the first support rod 741, the second support rod 742, and the third support rod 743. Also, the third section plate 798 is disposed at a second distance from the second section plate 797. In the depicted example, the second distance is greater than the first distance, however, in different embodiments, the second distance is equivalent to the first distance or less than the first distance depending on configuration of the second plurality of section plates 795. Furthermore, each of the second plurality of support rods 440 are connected to the second plurality of section plates 795 through holes in each of the second plurality of section plates 795.

In some embodiments, the first section plate 796 and the second section plate 797 are connected to the second grip body 762. That is, the second grip body 762 is disposed on and between at least a portion of the first section plate 796 and the second section plate 797. In some embodiments, the second section plate 797 includes a second anchor 797a, but is not limited thereto. The second anchor 797a is disposed on at least a portion of the second section plate 797. The second anchor 797a receives and connects to an external band (not shown) (i.e., that is also connected to the first anchor 792a), such as a resistance band, a jump rope, a battle rope, an elastic band, any combination thereof, and the like. As such, the external band may be used to exercise with the modular exercise apparatus 700.

In some embodiments, the attachment core 780 further includes a plurality of connecting fasteners 783, but is not limited thereto. In the depicted example of FIG. 19, each of the plurality of connecting fasteners 783 is a wing nut. However, in different embodiments, each of the plurality of connecting fasteners 783 includes a nut, a washer, a screw, a bolt, a magnet, an adhesive, a combination thereof, and the like. Each of the plurality of connecting fasteners 783 removably and threadably (i.e., via threads) connects (e.g., rotates and fastens) to at least one of the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a. Therefore, the plurality of connecting fasteners 783 connect to the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a to prevent the first body 711 from detaching from the second body 721 while the plurality of connecting fasteners 783 remain connected the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a. Accordingly, removing the plurality of connecting fasteners 783 from the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a facilitates detaching the first body 711 from the second body 721.

In some embodiments, the modular exercise apparatus 700 further includes a first curved wall 610 and a second curved wall 630, but is not limited thereto. The first curved wall 610 is disposed between each of the first plurality of support rods 730. More specifically, the first curved wall 610 is disposed on the first support rod 731, the second support rod 732, and the third support rod 733, such that a vertex of the first curved wall 610 is disposed on the third support rod 733. In this manner, the first curved wall 610 receives the at least one weight thereon, such as, for example, at least one kettlebell 20 and/or at least one weight container 22 (e.g., sand bag, water bag, and the like) (as illustrated in FIG. 14). Therefore, collectively, the first curved wall 610 and the first barrier 712 form a first compartment that encloses and/or surrounds the at least one kettlebell 20 and/or the at least one weight container 22 therein.

The second curved wall 630 is disposed between each of the second plurality of support rods 740. More specifically, the second curved wall 630 is disposed on the first support rod 741, the second support rod 742, and the third support rod 743, such that a vertex of the second curved wall 630 is disposed on the third support rod 743. In this manner, the second curved wall 630 receives the at least one weight thereon, such as, for example, the at least one kettlebell 20 and/or the at least one weight container 22 (e.g., sand bag, water bag, and the like). Therefore, collectively, the second curved wall 630 and the second barrier 722 form a second compartment that encloses and/or surrounds the at least one kettlebell 20 and/or the at least one weight container 22 therein.

Therefore, the modular exercise apparatus 700 is modifiable and customizable with the at least one weight within the first compartment and/or the second compartment.

FIG. 20 is a perspective view of an attachment core 780 removed from a modular exercise apparatus 700 in accordance with some embodiments. In the depicted example, the first core 781 is detached from the second core 782. Additionally, the plurality of connecting fasteners 783 are removed (i.e., unscrewed) from the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a. In contrast, in FIGS. 15A, 15B, and 17-19, the first core 781 and/or the second core 782 have been connected and interlocked, such as, for example, connecting the plurality of connecting fasteners 783 on the plurality of connecting protrusions 782a.

FIG. 21A is a zoomed in view of a first handle 750 and a second handle 760 disposed in a first direction in a first setting in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 21B is a zoomed in view of a first handle 750 and a second handle 760 disposed in a second direction in second first setting in accordance with some embodiments. Referring to FIGS. 21A and 21B, the first handle 750 and/or the second handle 760, and more specifically, the first grip 751 and/or the second grip 761 move (i.e., rotate, pivot, disconnect) within the first grip body 752 and the second grip body 762, respectively, from the first direction in the first setting to the second direction in the second setting with respect to a first lateral direction (e.g., rotate clockwise 45 degrees, 90 degrees, 180 degrees, etc.) or a second lateral direction (e.g., rotate counterclockwise 45 degrees, 90 degrees, 180 degrees, etc.). In the depicted example of FIGS. 21A and 21B, the first grip 751 and the second grip 761 are rotated 45 degrees within the first grip body 752 and the second grip body 762, respectively.

To facilitate movement of the first grip 751 and the second grip 761 within the first grip body 752 and the second grip body 762, in some embodiments, the first grip 751 and the second grip 761 use a lock pin (not shown) to lock and release movement of the first grip 751 and the second grip 761 with respect to the first grip body 752 and the second grip body 762, respectively. Alternatively, and/or in addition thereto, in different embodiments, the first grip body 752 and the second grip body 762 include a slide lock along a length of the first grip 751 and the second grip 761 to lock or release connection (e.g., into) to the first grip body 752 and the second grip body 762. In the aforementioned embodiments, the first grip 751 and the second grip 761 remain connected within the first grip body 752 and the second grip body 762 via a track within the first grip body 752 and the second grip body 762.

FIG. 22A is a zoomed in view of an extension rod 580 disposed on a first portion 710 of a modular exercise apparatus 700 in accordance with some embodiments.

FIG. 22B is a zoomed in view of an extension rod 580 removed from a first portion 710 of a modular exercise apparatus 700 in accordance with some embodiments. In some embodiments, the first portion 710 and the second portion 720 further include a first rod receiving hole 711e and a second rod receiving hole 721e. The first rod receiving hole 711e and the second rod receiving hole 721e are disposed at the second end 711b and the second end 721b, respectively. The first rod receiving hole 711e and the second rod receiving hole 721e receive at least one of the plurality of extension rods 680 therein. Stated differently, each of the plurality of extension rods 680 removably connects (e.g., via threaded connections, magnets, a combination thereof, and the like) within the first rod receiving hole 711e and/or the second rod receiving hole 721e. In this manner, the plurality of extension rods 680 are attached and removed as needed to customize the modular exercise apparatus 700.

The foregoing descriptions of specific implementations have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise forms disclosed, and modifications and variations are possible in view of the above teaching. The exemplary implementations were chosen and described to best explain the principles of the invention and its practical application, to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the invention and its implementations with modifications as suited to the use contemplated.

It is therefore submitted that the invention has been shown and described in the most practical and exemplary implementations. It should be recognized that departures may be made which fall within the scope of the invention. With respect to the description provided herein, it is submitted that the optimal features of the invention include variations in size, materials, shape, form, function, manner of operation, assembly, and use. All structures, functions, and relationships equivalent or essentially equivalent to those disclosed are intended to be encompassed by the invention.