Push-up bench

Abstract

An adjustable exercise device for performing push-ups is provided. The push-up bench is designed to accommodate exercisers of varying heights, sizes and fitness levels. The exercise device comprises a base assembly, an inclined exercise platform assembly flexibly attached to the base along one end by a hinge, and a connecting leg assembly which is connected to both the base and the inclined platform. Adjustment of the leg assembly with respect to the base adjusts the inclined platform from a fully horizontal position to multiple degrees of inclination, providing multiple degrees of exercise difficulty. The inclined platform also includes foot pads and hand grips to properly position the exerciser. The inclined platform is adjustable lengthwise to permit the distance between hand grips and foot pads to be adjusted, to accommodate users of varying heights. The adjustments provided by this invention facilitate the proper performance of push-ups.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This patent application is related to and claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60 / 822,548, filed Aug. 16, 2006.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates, in general, to exercise equipment and, more particularly, this invention relates to an adjustable push-up bench.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Many exercising adults and children performing push-ups experience difficulty, often because a lack of upper body strength may not allow for effective performance in the standard position. There is a need in the art for a simple and effective device to provide users of any ability the encouragement and support to begin and continue a routine of push-ups designed to build muscle strength, endurance and definition.[0004]Prior to the conception and development of the present invention, as is generally well known in the prior art, several examples of push-up devices have been disclosed. Several examples di...

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Benefits of technology

[0013]It is, therefore, one of the primary objects of the present invention to provide a device designed to facilitate the proper performance of push-ups.

[0014]Another object of the present invention is to provide an exercise device which reduces the strain on the back, knees and legs of the user often associated with performing push-ups.

[0015]Still another object of the present invention is to provide a device which can be easily adjusted to accommodate the strength level of multiple users, simply by adjusting the angle at which an exercise platform is inclined.

[0016]Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a device which can be easily adjusted to accommodate users of varying heights, by adjusting the relative position of the hand grips and foot pads on the inclined exercise platform.

[0017]A final object of the present invention is to provide a collapsible push-up bench that folds into a flat configuration for convenient shipping and storage.

Problems solved by technology

Many exercising adults and children performing push-ups experience difficulty, often because a lack of upper body strength may not allow for effective performance in the standard position.

The Bergman device includes a body support platform upon which the user is restrained in a prone position by a combination of straps which may be tightened around the user's back and legs, causing possible discomfort.

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