Convertible single and dual exercise hand weights

Abstract

Disclosed is a convertible single and dual exercise hand weight that allows an exerciser who uses hand weights to work out with a unique weight device that can be used as either a single item in a dumbbell configuration to stress one hand and arm at a time, or to alter the configuration to the mode of two comparable weights to exercise both hands and arms simultaneously such as while walking or jogging / running. The latter mode has the advantage of providing balance on both sides of the body, compared to a single dumbbell or equivalent. A locking mechanism holds the two separate single-ended weights securely in the dumbbell mode.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The present invention relates to exercise hardware in the form of a pair of hand weights consisting of a handle with larger mass near one end, that are used for exercise and muscle building and that are easily convertible from dual single-ended hand weights, or Tee-Bells, into a single dumbbell with one larger disk-like mass at each end of its handle so the exerciser can change from exercising with one hand to using both, such as for symmetrical exercising.[0003]2. Description of the Prior Art[0004]Dumbbells and other basic exercise aids have been sold and used for a very long time. An uncountable number of Americans walk and jog for exercise or conditioning every day, and many of them are observed in gymnasiums, parks and along paths and roads with dumbbells or other kinds of hand-held weights. The most recent trends in related inventions have been to create ways to quickly, securely and easily change the total weight ...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention is a convertible single and duel exercise hand weight that allows an exerciser to quickly and easily change from one hand to the other for exercise. It can be used at a gym, home, parks or anywhere else. This device provides balanced load on the body and is ideal for people who exercise with hand weights. It allows for simultaneous exercise with both hands and can be easily converted back to a single dumbbell configuration. The hand weights have secure locking mechanisms that keep them in place during use. The invention provides a new capability and flexibility for exercisers and can be used by anyone who works with hand weights.

Problems solved by technology

The limitation of this patent is that it only addresses the dumbbell configuration and use for single-handed exercises, but not the ability to convert from a dumbbell to two single-ended hand weights for use exercise both hands and keeping the body stress symmetrical.

It is not suitable to changing weight away from the gym or garage, or suitable for a jogger, where the hanging weight is hard to control.

It does not address the utility of the dumbbell and the conversion to two one-handed Tee-Bells on the fly.

It does not address the ability to change configuration from a single dumbbell to duel Tee-Bell hand weights.

It does not address single-ended weighted devices such as TEE BELLs.

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