Push-up board exercise device

Abstract

A portable exercise device having a base member and a plurality of handle grips. At least two of the handle grips are adjustable on the base member. The handle grips permit a user to exercise the chest muscles, shoulders, back, arms, and triceps of the user. The base preferably has a non-slip bottom creating a unit that will not tip over or slip.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The present invention relates to an exercise device and, more particularly, to a portable and versatile exercise device used to strengthen the chest and arms of a user, the device being resistant to sliding, tipping, or falling over. [0002] This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. provisional patent application, Serial No. MER-0103, filed Jan. 15, 2003, for EXERCISE DEVICE, and claims the priority date thereof. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0003] Historically and traditionally, a smooth and sleek upper body has been desired by every body-conscious being. Therefore, push-ups became popular very early when it was realized that the effectiveness of these movements encouraged and developed a well muscled, toned, and sleek upper physique depicting a healthy, well-nourished individual. Sequentially, a physically fit individual has become a status symbol, indicating happiness, self-assurance, prosperity and success. In addition, it is believed that th...

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Benefits of technology

[0018] In accordance with the present invention, there is provided an exercise device for exercising and developing the upper body, chest, and arms of a user. The exercise device is constructed and arranged to be placed on the floor and is comprised of a base having a plurality of handles mounted thereon. The handles are arranged to provide a pair of outside handles or grips and a set of inside or center handles. The board of the device has cutout slots to provide handle adjustability and which enable the outside handles to slide and be secured to the base. The handle grips and the base or board can be constructed of wood, plastic, or metal. Preferably, the bottom of the base is provided with a non-slip surface. The placement of the handles enables the user to grab a handle on each side and work out the chest by doing a push-up or by sliding or rotating it in various positions to focus on different angles or parts of the chest and arms. The exercise device may be set on the floor in front of a user, thereby enabling the user to grab the handles and work out the chest, triceps, or other parts of the upper body by doing push-ups or other like exercises. The exercise device is versatile, economic in construction, and easy to use. These and other benefits of this invention will become apparent from the following description by reference to the drawings.

Problems solved by technology

Up until now, prior attempts did not meet these qualifications.

They also did not have the simplicity or ease of use of this device.

These units are very unsafe, awkward, and could cause serious injury by tipping over or sliding out from under the user.

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