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Exercise apparatus

Inactive Publication Date: 2012-01-26
PICA DAVID
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[0017]Preferably said base includes cushions to provide comfort to the user.

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This varying pressure may lead to the onset or aggravation of coccydynia and other related injuries.

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[0049]An exercise apparatus 10b according to the invention is shown in FIGS. 5-6 Like parts between the apparatus 10a and 10b are referred to using like reference numerals.

[0050]The difference between the two embodiments resides in the configuration of the cushions. The cushions 54 and 56 of apparatus 10b are more rigid in structure and not adapted to be affixed to the top surface 16 but rather placed in an almost pivotal configuration above the body 12, whereby the axis of pivot extends transversely through the body 12. The range of movement of the pads 54 and 56 can be seen most clearly in FIG. 6. The pads 54 and 56 could be made to move in this way either through use of one or more pivoting rods (not shown), or by way of their own slightly flexible structure which would allow this range of motion. It is envisaged that the pads configured in this way will provide not only increased cushioning during exercise, but also increased reinforcement to a user's back whilst performing sit-...

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[0051]FIGS. 7-12 illustrate various views of an exercise apparatus 10c according to a third and preferred embodiment of the invention. The apparatus 10c is similar in its functional aspects to the apparatus 10a of the first embodiment, except it includes a more slim-line design and is of single-piece construction whereby the base and frame sections are integrally formed. The base and frame are preferably constructed of a lightweight yet durable plastic material. Thus, no assembly is required, and because of the design and weight of the apparatus, it can be easily transported and stored away.

[0052]The body 58 of the apparatus 10c includes a longitudinal, substantially rectangular base section 60 having a flat bottom surface 62 and an upper surface 64. Again, the upper surface includes a higher front than rear, and includes walls 70 on either side, although these do not rise as high as say walls 23 of the first embodiment, resulting in a more slim-line design. Instead, the walls 70 ex...

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Abstract

The present invention relates to a an improved exercise apparatus and, in particular, a sit-up apparatus which is compact, light-weight, easily transportable, easily stored, and which is configured in a unique manner to reduce the risk of back injury during use.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to an exercise apparatus and, in particular, an apparatus for assisting a user in performing various exercises including abdominal exercises without obstructing the user's spine and coccyx. The present invention is useful in preventing the onset or aggravation of coccydynia in a user.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Personal exercise is becoming an increasingly popular pastime for many people. In particular abdominal exercise is seen by many people as a path to a healthy and beautiful body.[0003]The most popular form of abdominal exercise is abdominal curl, also known simply as a sit-up. Traditionally an abdominal curl has been performed on the floor without any equipment. In recent times various forms of apparatus have been introduced to enhance abdominal exercise ranging from a simple exercise ball to elaborate frames and platforms.[0004]In performing an abdominal curl a user will typically begin in a supine position, flex ...

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IPC IPC(8): A63B23/02
CPCA63B21/00047A63B2210/50A63B23/0211
Inventor PICA, DAVID
Owner PICA DAVID
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