Conformable resistance training device

a training device and resistance technology, applied in the field of exercise equipment, can solve the problems of limiting the number of possible exercises to a minimum, and allowing for a minimal number of exercises, so as to achieve the effect of promoting wellness

Inactive Publication Date: 2005-06-30
MASSEY MICHAEL ALAN
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[0014] A method of rehabilitation is provided including positioning a conformable base having one or more affixed resistance arms and exercising one or more body parts in a ...

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Both devices only allow for a minimal number of exercises due to only two locations of resistance.
Because the cords/bands are attached to the base, and the ball and the base are separate, both devices have a minimal number of exercises due to limited locations of resistance.
This device only allows for one location of resistance and only one resistance member, therefore limiting the number of possible exercises to a minimum and lim...

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[0025] The resistance training device provided includes a conformable base and one or more resistance arms that are affixed to the conformable base. The conformable base (or “base”) provided herein is malleable such that it may conform to the contour of a user's body as the user gets into position and executes an exercise. In an embodiment, the conformable base supports the weight of a user. The conforming or fitting nature of the conformable base may maximize support, reduce stress on joints and connective tissues directly and indirectly involved in an exercise, and strengthen supportive lower back and abdominal muscles.

[0026] The conformable base may be constructed of any malleable material that is suitable for construction of the resistance training device described herein. Typically, flexible plastics, foams, and rubbers are appropriate. In embodiments, the conformable base may be made up of materials including polyvinyl chloride (PVC), latex, natural or synthetic or butyl rubb...

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A resistance training device including a conformable base and one or more resistance arms affixed to the conformable base. The conformable base is malleable such that it may conform to the contour of a user's body as the user gets into position and executes an exercise. The conformable base may support the weight of a user. A plurality of resistance training exercises are executable. One or more resistance arms may provide multiple levels of resistance for each resistance training exercise. Multiple levels of resistance may be achieved by employing multiple resistance arms of varying strengths.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application is a CONTINUATION-IN-PART of prior application Ser. No. 10 / 713,801 filed Nov. 13, 2003.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT [0002] Not applicable. REFERENCE TO A MICROFICHE APPENDIX [0003] Not applicable. FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0004] This invention relates generally to exercise equipment, and, more particularly, to a conformable device for performing a broad range of resistance training exercises. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0005] People engaging in fitness activities have many options. One of the challenges in staying fit is finding the time and, depending on the type of activity desired, necessary resources to fulfill one's fitness goals. In particular, if training with weights or other resistance training is desirable, access to proper equipment is often a challenge. A gymnasium providing the proper equipment may or may not be available. Plus, membership at such a gym is often cost prohib...

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IPC IPC(8): A63B21/02A63B21/04A63B21/055A63B23/02A63B23/035A63B71/00
CPCA63B21/00065A63B21/04A63B21/0442A63B21/0552A63B21/0555A63B2225/62A63B23/0233A63B23/0355A63B2071/027A63B2208/0228A63B2210/50A63B23/0211A63B21/02A63B2214/00
Inventor MASSEY, MICHAEL ALAN
Owner MASSEY MICHAEL ALAN
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