Plyometric rebounder or the like

Abstract

A trampoline-type device comprises an encompassing frame supported by plural legs and a mat suspended on the frame. The frame is supported by no less than three legs. Support members attachable to the frame convert the device into a plyometric rebounder.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 523,281, filed Aug. 13, 2011, titled Plyometric Rebounder or the Like.[0002]This claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 547,665, filed Oct. 14, 2011, titled Plyometric Rebounder or the Like.[0003]This claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 652,130, filed May 25, 2012, titled Rebounder or the Like Fast Attach Handle Connector, et al.[0004]Each of the above-named applications is incorporated herein by reference in its entiretyBACKGROUND AND SUMMARY[0005]This invention relates to relatively small trampoline-type devices for physical exercise. Such devices commonly referred to as “rebounders,” generally circular, and sometimes rectangular, with a mat supported by a frame encompassing an area of about 2,000 square inches or less, in particular, devices having a circular frame having diameter of 50 inches or less and devices having frames of non...

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Benefits of technology

[0010]One of the most significant aspects of the presently described system and its many embodiments is the extreme portability of the plyo members and therefore the complete device. No plyometric systems previously available, afford such a dramatic improvement in this utility. The ease with which a rebounder can now be converted to a plyometric device; and the ease with which one may store and carry it, greatly enhances the utility of the device for trainers, home users, and commercial gyms, due to the ability to create a dual-use product that does not have to sacrifice performance for convenience.

[0011]Trainers, for example, have been unable to transport a prior plyometric rebounder with them when traveling to clients and various locations. With this system, they can much more easily perform this task; thus creating an entirely new class of training options that they are able to provide their customers. These same benefits accrue to home users, who always desire the ability to “put away” or store fitness devices when guests arrive. Few homeowners or apartment dwellers have the luxury of a separate room in their home for housing fitness equipment. So, home owners or apartment dwellers give up certain activities and training benefits for lack of space. Plyo training is known to be extremely beneficial, but is usually dropped from a home fitness regimen due to the amount of space these products have traditionally occupied, and because they cannot be broken down for easy storage, unless space is made available in a garage or an outside shed, or they are compelled to leave an expensive product under a tarp outside. With the instant devices, a home owner may now have a rebounder strong enough for vigorous use and jumping; and then also have a plyometric device using the exact same rebounder; with the ability to store the product in the home and out of sight.

[0012]Additionally, commercial businesses and gyms have the ability to expand their product offerings, even where space is at a premium in their facilities. Whole new courses, classes, and services are able to be added to the business model. Some examples will be the ability to offer group mini trampoline classes that include plyometric regimens during the same class, and with the same equipment. After the class, the plyometric rebounders may be folded, and broken down, for easy storage or alternative use; and the space once occupied may be made available for other classes, using different fitness accessories and equipment, or none at all. Finally, the presently described system is also advantageous in that it can be retrofitted to many styles of existing rebounders; something not previously available to the market.

Problems solved by technology

No plyometric systems previously available, afford such a dramatic improvement in this utility.

Trainers, for example, have been unable to transport a prior plyometric rebounder with them when traveling to clients and various locations.

Plyo training is known to be extremely beneficial, but is usually dropped from a home fitness regimen due to the amount of space these products have traditionally occupied, and because they cannot be broken down for easy storage, unless space is made available in a garage or an outside shed, or they are compelled to leave an expensive product under a tarp outside.

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