Surface mounted modular exercise device

Abstract

Described herein are devices and methods which incorporate a surface mounted “base structure” for use with one or more components allowing various resistance-based exercises to be performed, for example, exercises incorporating bars, benches, handles and resistance bands. The device can be made modular such that an intermediate structure can interchangeably cooperate with various components allowing a myriad of different exercises to be performed, utilizing the same single intermediate structure. The device can comprise additional designs and features to enhance the safety and stability of the device and the connections of the various components to the device.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is a continuation-in-part of, and claims the benefit of, U.S. Design application Ser. No. 29 / 493,144 to Trever Gregory, entitled SURFACE MOUNTED MODULAR EXERCISE DEVICE and filed on Jun. 5, 2014. This application also claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 62 / 008,701 to Trever Gregory, also entitled SURFACE MOUNTED MODULAR EXERCISE DEVICE. Both of these applications are hereby incorporated herein in their entirety by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]Described herein are devices and methods relating generally to exercise and fitness and specifically to surface mounted exercise devices that can include modular components.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]Throughout human history, the maintenance of proper health through exercise has been of utmost importance. From ancient athletes training for the Olympic games, to modern working individuals packed int...

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Benefits of technology

[0007]Embodiments incorporating features of the present invention include devices and methods which incorporate a surface mounted “base structure” for use with one or more components allowing various resistance-based exercises to be performed, for example, exercises incorporating bars, benches, handles and resistance bands. The device can be made modular such that an intermediate structure can interchangeably cooperate with various components allowing a myriad of different exercises to be performed, utilizing the same single intermediate structure.

Problems solved by technology

One problem in common with most modern exercise equipment is that the equipment is large, obtrusive and bulky.

Furthermore, individuals building up a “home gym” typically have even less free space to accommodate bulky equipment.

Furthermore, each exercise machine typically only allows the user to perform a small number of exercises.

Even machines that allow multiple exercises are bulky and typically consist of complex pulley systems, for example, such as those set forth in U.S. Pat. No. 7,798,946 to Dalebout, et al.

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