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Exercise machine

a technology of exercise machine and resistance training, which is applied in the field of home gym equipment, can solve the problems of serious muscle strain and injury, unable to slowly work weight lifting, and tend to overexert themselves, and achieve the effect of safe elastic resistance training

Inactive Publication Date: 2014-04-24
MARGHELLA FR
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Benefits of technology

The present invention is an exercise machine that combines the benefits of elastic resistance training and free-weight style exercises. The machine consists of two movable platforms that can be positioned relative to each other to perform chin-ups and pull-down type exercises. The machine also includes two rollers that can be placed in contact with a vertical wall for added support while performing squats. The user wears a harness and attaches elastic cords to the platform for added safety while performing squats. The device can also be expanded to include more movable platforms for arm training. The machine has step-ladder type movable joints that provide strength and sturdiness. The patent aims to provide an effective and safe exercise tool that combines the benefits of both training methods.

Problems solved by technology

Amongst those who regularly work-out there is tendency to over-exert themselves, especially when it comes to lifting weights.
The most common danger is that people, when they first begin to lift weights, do not slowly work weight lifting into their exercise routine.
Lifting too frequently or lifting weights that are too heavy too soon can lead to serious muscle strain and injury.
Another danger for the more experienced person is that people tend to become tempted to lifted heavy weights without sufficient and proper supervision.
In spite of what most people think, there is always a possibility of dropping a weight and getting trapped under a failed lift.
Without somebody who is experienced and strong enough to act as a spotter, a person may be seriously injured if they fail to successfully lift the weight they have selected.

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[0030]Referring to FIG. 1, there is shown an exercise device in accordance with the present invention, generally indicated at 10. Exercise device 10 comprises a first platform 12 having an upper wall 14, a lower wall 16 (FIG. 5), a first side wall 18, a second side wall 20, a first end 22 and a second end 24. Platform 12 has a longitudinal axis “Y” that extends between first and second ends 22, 24 and is disposed at right angles relative thereto.

[0031]Upper wall 14 comprises a generally rectangular-cubed shaped member that has a planar upper surface 14a (FIG. 5), a lower surface 14b, and side surfaces 14c. Upper wall 14 further includes a first end (not numbered) that is disposed adjacent first end 22; and a second end 14d disposed adjacent second end 24. Upper wall 14 is configured to be sufficiently strong enough to support a user 26 (FIG. 2) thereon.

[0032]As best seen in FIG. 5, lower wall 16 includes a substantially flat, planar region 16a that is configured to rest upon a floor...

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[0054]FIGS. 10-12 disclose the present invention, generally indicated at 110. Exercise machine 110 includes a first platform 12 that has been previously described herein. Exercise machine 10 further includes a second platform 180. A first end of second platform 180 is engaged by way of a first hinge assembly 184 to second end 24 of first platform 12. Second platform 180 comprises a planar member 188 and first and second side walls 190, 192 that are secured to member 188. A first end 190a, 192a of first and second side walls 190, 192 is engaged with first hinge assembly 184. A second end 190b, 192b of first and second side walls 190, 192 is engaged with second hinge assembly 186. First hinge assembly 184 includes side plates 184a, first sleeves 184b that engage first and second side walls 18, 20 of first platform 12; and second sleeves 184c that engage first and second side walls 190, 192 of second platform 180. First hinge assembly 184 includes a first locking assembly to secure sec...

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Abstract

An exercise device including a first platform with an upper wall and side walls. Connector assemblies are engaged with each side wall and are selectively movable therealong. A first end of each resistance band is selectively engageable with one of the connector assemblies. A user positioned on the upper wall engages the second end of each resistance band to perform resisted arm curls. A harness worn on the user's torso is engaged with second ends of the resistance bands and rollers on the harness engage a vertical surface when performing squats. The exercise device includes a second platform that pivots relative to the first platform and is locked in position to present the vertical surface for the rollers. A third platform is pivotally engaged with the second platform and is positionable to present a chin-up bar. Resistance bands engage connector assemblies on the third platform for performing pull-down type exercises.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Technical Field[0002]This invention relates generally to athletic equipment. More particularly, this invention relates to home gym equipment. Specifically, this invention is directed to a device having one or more platforms hingedly secured together and having connector assemblies movably engaged on some of the side walls thereof and to which resistance bands may be secured for performing arm curls, squats, and pull-down type exercises when the user stands on the platform. The device includes a chin-up bar engaged on a free end of one of the platforms.[0003]2. Background Information[0004]We live in a very exercise conscious society. Amongst those who regularly work-out there is tendency to over-exert themselves, especially when it comes to lifting weights. The most common danger is that people, when they first begin to lift weights, do not slowly work weight lifting into their exercise routine. Lifting too frequently or lifting weights that are to...

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IPC IPC(8): A63B21/04A63B1/00
CPCA63B1/00A63B2210/50A63B21/0442A63B21/0552A63B22/20A63B23/03541A63B23/0405A63B23/1218A63B21/4007
Inventor MARGHELLA, FRANK
Owner MARGHELLA FR
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