Leg stretching and kick exercise device

Abstract

A device for performing exercises that employs an anchoring structure, a support beam, and a suspended target. The anchoring structure may be, but is not limited to, a base or clamp. If a clamp is used, the height of the target is varied by attaching the clamp at different heights along a vertical edge. If a base is used, then the height is varied by inserting the support beam into openings vertically disposed upon a pole that is inserted into the base.

Description

[0001] This application claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. No. 60 / 235,266, entitled "Leg Stretching and Kick Exercise Device," filed Sep. 25, 2000. The disclosure in that provisional patent application is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.[0002] 1. Field of the Invention[0003] The invention relates to exercise devices. More particularly, the invention pertains to kicking exercise devices and methods for exercising and stretching leg muscles.[0004] 2. Discussion of Related Art[0005] Fitness training has become a fixture in today's society. The health benefits and enjoyment that fitness training provides make it a priority for many people. Martial arts training in particular is the activity of choice for a significant segment of the exercising public, and is steadily growing in popularity. Martial arts training often involves kicking, and muscle training for kicking movements is typically performed on structures that support that tend to b...

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Benefits of technology

[0009] It is another object of the invention to provide a kicking exercise apparatus and method that readily permit the progress of the user to be monitored.

Problems solved by technology

Martial arts training often involves kicking, and muscle training for kicking movements is typically performed on structures that support that tend to be large, immobile and relatively expensive.

In addition, the structures generally do not provide a convenient way to vary the height of the target, or to measure fitness progress over time.

The demands of modern life are such that time, travel and family constraints often prohibit or severely limit the ability of the individual to participate in an fitness regimen on a regular basis.

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