Girth monitor

Abstract

A decorative, sturdy light chain having links of one or more regular sizes made of a precious metal alloy (preferably silver) and an adjustable catch is worn continuously about a person's waist. Changes in girth circumference over a period are monitored through changes from an initial loose yet perceptible fit. The chain tightens noticeably as soon as the girth changes circumference, secretly warning of over-indulgence during a meal. When the position of the catch is altered, the person can celebrate a change in weight. Thus operant conditioning of the person is continuous and is supplemented whenever a milestone is reached.

Description

FIELD[0001] This invention relates to an article to be worn by a person; placed around the person's waist, and the invention relates to the fields of human body-weight monitoring and to personal health and fitness.[0002] Many people especially in the Western world have a tendency to add excess weight to their bodies with consequences for example of unsightliness, reduced exercise tolerance, and poorer health. Of course attitudes of Western society may be somewhat distorted towards desiring an excessively thin body, at least in some circles such as fashion models. There are said to be millions of people in the Western world suffering from overweight or obesity. Yet other societies either now or in the past have held quite different views. Weight management, such as maintenance of a desired weight, or reduction of an excessive weight is perceived as an important part of personal health management. Many people enter weight management programmes, including diets and exercise. Weight man...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

"This patent describes an improved girth monitor for body weight control. The monitor is made of a flexible cord that can be worn around a person's waist for extended periods of time. It is designed to provide immediate feedback on any changes in waist circumference, which can help the person make adjustments to their weight. The monitor is comfortable to wear and can be adjusted to different sizes. It can also be used as a tool to motivate and reward the person for making changes in their weight. Overall, this invention provides a useful and attractive tool for monitoring body composition and promoting weight management."

Problems solved by technology

Many people especially in the Western world have a tendency to add excess weight to their bodies with consequences for example of unsightliness, reduced exercise tolerance, and poorer health.

Of course attitudes of Western society may be somewhat distorted towards desiring an excessively thin body, at least in some circles such as fashion models.

Furthermore the weighing scales are non-transportable so that the "damage of a large dinner" could be inflicted well before the person has an indication of said damage.

These devices have disadvantages including that they are rather large, ugly, incompatible with becoming wet (so mush be taken off before bathing, showering, swimming, or going out in the rain), and could be highly embarrassing to the wearer when out to a meal.

None of these have been adapted to act as a girth monitor.

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