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Ergonomic total body developer

a total body and developer technology, applied in the field of ergonomic total body developers, can solve the problems of increasing the weight of the body, affecting the effect of movement, so as to increase the resistance to body motion, increase the mass, and effectively mov

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-03-02
SQUITTIERI LAWRENCE NICHOLAS
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[0012] The EBD suit is constructed as a form fitting body suit to which are attached solid removable weights. These weights extend over the entire body surface area. Their purpose is to increase resistance to body motions and to increase the mass to be effectively moved by the muscles. As a consequence, each movement actuated during the course of normal daily activities becomes an exercise. This eliminates time as a premium.
[0021] The numerous variations afforded by the design and construction of the EBD suit allows it to be worn with light weights for the duration of a day; or to be worn with the full compliment of weights for a part of a day.

Problems solved by technology

The lack of this type of exercise has contributed to the statistical increase of excess body weight.
These bracelets are bulky, can be situated in only one place at the extremities, do not vary in weight, and are uncomfortable when the sand or beaded filling shifts and collects in the bottom of their respective pockets.
Considering body physics, this places an excessive strain on the supporting ligaments and tendons because of the phenomena of torque.
In addition to the phenomena of torque, there is the effect of inertia; accelleration, and deceleration of the added mass on the tendons and ligaments of the unaccustomed appendages during the initial phases of training which causes pain at the points of origin and insertion of the muscles.
In many instances, storage of specialized equipment is a burden on available space.
Free weights and specilized equipment are not readily portable.
The bracelet type weights are not conducive to normal daily wear and must therefore be worn during free or allotted exercise time.

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[0030] The EBD suit is a body fitting outfit composed of a breathable, semi-elastic material which permits the uninhibited free motion of the body in much the same way a “Danskin” or “Body Armor” suit maintains its proximity to the body while allowing freedom of motion and mobility.

[0031] Attached to this suit are small individual masses (or weights) composed of lead and / or various alloys to vary the mass of the individual units, which may be configured in various sizes and / or shapes. These masses attach to the suit by one of several various methods depending on the style and / or desired utilization of the suit.

[0032] The purpose of these attached masses is to increase muscle tone, and to increase the opportunity for exercise utilizing normal daily activities without the necessity for specialzed exercise.

[0033] The first method of attachment is by using Velcro or velcro-type strips. One part of the Velcro or velcro-type strip, the receptor site (FIG. 1[I]; FIG. 2[I]), is attached ...

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Abstract

Utilizing the principles of physics (mass and leverage) and body mechanics, the intent and design of the Ergonomic Body Developer (EBD) is to harness the effects of torque at a given distance from a fixed pivotal point. Other systems require a force (mass) to be applied at the most distal point of the levering appendage (typically the extremities). The EBD is designed to distribute said force equally over the entire levering appendages concurrently with the variability of the masses to gradually condition the body to greater exertion and stamina, reducing or eliminating collateral damage due to overzealous miscalculations. It is designed to target specific muscles or muscle groups and to eliminate the necessity of specialized equipment. The EBD utilizes natural, body motions in such a manner that each activity becomes an exercise. The key is the vast variability of the masses and their interchangable positionings on the body.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] Not Applicable. STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT [0002] Not Applicable. REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR A COMPUTER PROGRAM LISTING COMPACT DISC APPENDIX [0003] Not Applicable. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0004] The Ergonomic Total Body Developer (heretofore EBD) addresses the state of overall body development and fitness. Since the dawn of the Industrial Age, machines have replaced the physical exertion which contributed to body strength and weight control in an effort to make life simpler and easier. Gone are the days of walking, splitting logs, and scrubbing laundry. The lack of this type of exercise has contributed to the statistical increase of excess body weight. [0005] In an effort to combat this problem there has been an increase in fitness gyms, spas, exercise equipment, and diet fads, clubs, programs, and pills. Each catagory requires time and / or exercise as a supplement to their specif...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63B21/065A63B21/02
CPCA63B21/1403A63B21/065A63B21/4001
Inventor SQUITTIERI, LAWRENCE NICHOLAS
Owner SQUITTIERI LAWRENCE NICHOLAS
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