Padded and weighted exercise hoop

a weighted and exercise hoop technology, applied in the field of exercise hoop, can solve the problems of insufficient functional effect of annular hula hoops, unpopularity, and failure of earlier liquid filled hoops, and achieve the effect of soft cushioning

Inactive Publication Date: 2010-02-04
MUNOZ LESLIE AMBER +1
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[0014]The present invention regarded as the weighted exercise hoop incorporates a new and unique feature comprising a foam cushion structure encasing the semi-hard tubing thus comprising an advanced weighted exercise hoop that will provide a soft cushioning effect to the exercising individual.

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Therefore, such annular Hula Hoops are not sufficient in their functional effect when used for physical exercise.
All have proven unpopular.
These earlier liquid filled hoops were not successful as the water leaked out and the hoops did not function properly due to poor connecting means.
Another common complaint that has appeared for past users is the difficulty of working with weighted hoops because they rub against the skin in an abrasive manner and can cause sores to the body and can be uncomfortable to use.

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[0024]FIG. 1 shows two ends 10 and 20 of a circular tubing material 30 wherein the tubing material 30 is a semi-rigid material preferably made of a extruded that may include polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG), or a Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) or similar material.

[0025]Circular tubing material 30 shall have a wall thickness of no less than 1 / 16 on an inch and no more than ¼ of an inch and shall allow for flexibility and rigidity to as not to crimp and otherwise restrict the interior 50 flow dynamics or to restrict the liquid 40 flowing within.

[0026]Before said ends 10 and 20 of material 30 are butted together to form a circular hoop 60 as shown in FIG. 2 and connected a liquid 40 shall be disposed with the interior cavity 50.

[0027]The liquid 40 may be a water that has been treated to resist bacterial or fungal growth. The liquid may additionally be any free flowing oil based, or like material.

[0028]The liquid contents 40 shall be measured as approximately 4 cups of ...

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Abstract

A weighted and padded exercise hoop used for toning and weight loss comprising a circular weighed padded hoop having an inner semi-hard plastic like material forming a circular tube with a flowable liquid substance disposed within the inner hoop tube having affixed to it outer circumference an outer tube of soft padding material wrapped with a decorative tape or cover material.

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[0001]This application claims benefits of provisional application No. 61 / 137,568 filed on Jul. 15, 2008FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0002]The present invention relates to exercise apparatus for the toning and weight loss for individuals.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]1. Field of the Invention[0004]The present invention relates in general to a weighted hoop device used for fitness and exercise. The invention also shares a history from the Hula Hoop toys that have existed since the 1950s that are used as toys.[0005]2. Description of the Prior Art[0006]The original Hula Hoop was initially introduced in the 1950s and has been widely used as a toy for boys and girls for many decades. The use of weighted hoops for exercise is a much newer phenomenon and has seen an increase in popularly over the last decade.[0007]The conventional toy Hula Hoop has a simple profile and construction and are made of hollow plastic pipe and have simple annular profiles having fixed diameters. Therefore, such annu...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63B19/00
CPCA63B15/00A63B21/0608A63B21/0602A63B19/00A63B21/0603
Inventor MUNOZ, LESLIE-AMBERSWEET, MARGARET ANN
Owner MUNOZ LESLIE AMBER
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