Method and apparatus for performing stretching and strengthening exercises

a technology of stretching and strengthening exercises, applied in the field of exercise equipment and sports apparatus, can solve the problems of limited utility, large and unwieldy, and no known apparatus enables the combined benefits of stretching and strengthening in a simple, versatile form, and achieves the effect of strengthening every major muscle group

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-08-17
FLYNN THOMAS S
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[0024] A further object or feature of the present invention is a new and improved apparatus that can be used to stretch and strengthen every major muscle group of th

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Some forms of structural apparatus and exercise accessories have been designed for use in stretching, e.g., to provide a stationary surface or bar against which a user may stretch, but these structures can be large and unwieldy, and therefore of limited utility.
Furthermore, no known apparatus enables the combined benefits of stretching and strengthening in a simple, versatile form.
First, the

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[0034] Referring to FIGS. 1 through 2B, wherein like reference numerals refer to like components in the various views, there is illustrated therein a new and improved apparatus for performing stretching and strengthening exercises, generally denominated 10 herein.

[0035]FIG. 1 is a top plan view of a first preferred embodiment of an apparatus for performing stretching and strengthening exercises of this invention. The inventive apparatus 10 includes a segment of strap material 12 having a first end 14, a medial portion 16, and a second end 18, having a loop 20 formed in the first end 14, length adjustment means 22 formed in the medial portion 16, and a connector element 24 attached to the second end 18. The connector element 24 is adapted for releasable connection to an anchor article, e.g., an extremity cuff member 26, and / or resistance means bearing a receiver 28 adapted for releasable attachment to the connector element 24. Here, the connector element includes a resistance band 3...

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The invention provides a strap apparatus for stretching and strengthening muscles and connective tissue, and includes a segment of strap material having a first end, a medial portion, and a second end, having a loop formed in the first end, length adjustment means formed in the medial portion, and a connector element attached to the second end. The connector element is adapted for releasable connection to an anchor article, e.g., an extremity cuff member or a clothing article, bearing a receiver adapted for releasable attachment to the connector element.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application is a continuation-in-part and claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. Section 120 of copending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10 / 487,792, filed 23 Feb. 2004.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT [0002] Not applicable. REFERENCE TO A MICROFICHE APPENDIX [0003] Not applicable. TECHNICAL FIELD [0004] The present invention relates generally to exercise equipment and sports apparatus, and more specifically to an improved method and apparatus for performing stretching and strengthening exercises for the human body. BACKGROUND INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION OF RELATED ART [0005] It is widely recognized and generally accepted that proper stretching and strengthening of the muscles is an important aspect to overall fitness and health. However, most known stretching regimens simply provide independent exercises or movements that the individual must perform. Some forms of structural apparatus and exercise access...

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IPC IPC(8): A63B21/02A63B21/055A63B21/16
CPCA63B21/0004A63B21/00043A63B21/00185A63B21/0442A63B21/0552A63B21/0557A63B21/1423A63B21/143A63B21/1449A63B21/16A63B23/03508A63B21/4011A63B21/4015A63B21/4025
Inventor FLYNN, THOMAS S.
Owner FLYNN THOMAS S
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