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Apparatus for Multi-purpose Exercise

a multi-purpose, exercise technology, applied in sport apparatus, resistance force resistors, gymnastics, etc., can solve problems such as failure and snapping of ropes, and achieve the effects of reducing contact, minimizing stress on the line, and enduring concentrated stress

Inactive Publication Date: 2016-03-17
WAYS OF WELLNESS
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The invention is about a way to attach a bar of an exercise device to a flexible line like an elastic rope. The new design provides a strong mechanical link that can withstand the stress of use. The new retainer is made by injection molding and has an extruded cut feature that allows for a lightweight component. The retainer is designed to minimize contact between the flexible line and the handle, reducing stress on the line. The method involves guiding the end portion of the flexible line through the retainer and then fastening it with a screw. The end portion is secured with a spiral ridge that digs into the flexible line, providing a strong mechanical link. The invention allows for easy replacement of the screw and retainer.

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The perpetual application and wearing of the elastic rope when coming in direct contact to the metal material of the tubular bar has caused injuries in previous designs as the tensile stresses have eventually caused the elastic rope to snap and fail.

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[0018]Referring to the drawings in detail, wherein like numerals indicate like elements, a multi-purpose exercise device 3 is illustrated in FIG. 6 according to the principles of the invention. Exercise device 3 generally includes a pair of rigid gripping handles 7, 9 with a center bar 11 and attached to an elastic flexible line 10.

[0019]Referring to FIGS. 6 and 8A-8C, handles 7, 9 each comprise an elongated cylindrical body 11, preferably constructed of metal, such as aluminum or stainless steel. Preferably, cylindrical bodies 11 on both ends have substantially identical diameters and lengths to facilitate use of the device when handles 7, 9 are separated from bar 13. Center bar 8 includes a release button 14 for releasably attaching handles 7, 9 to center bar 13. Release buttons 14 on both sides include compressed springs (not shown) having protrusions that extend through corresponding holes in handles 7, 9, to lock the handles to center bar 13, thereby preventing them from rotati...

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The apparatus according to this invention involves connection of a tubular bar (7, 9) with gripping features for the hands and behind the neck, to a tension resistant elastic rope for performing various aerobic exercises. The tension resistant rope is guided through to an opening in the tubular bar (60) which then joins to a newly designed retainer (30). The retainer includes a hole (40) for the elastic rope to feed through. As part of the retainer assembly, a fastener (32) is used to couple the elastic rope to the retainer. The improvement of the retainer features an extruded rectangular cut (41) allowing a lightweight and more robust mechanical linkage between the elastic rope and the tubular handle.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention generally relates to the technology for multi-purpose exercise. In particular, this invention relates to a new and improved joining feature of a tension resistant exercise apparatus.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The invention relates to a new and improved joining feature of a tension resistant exercise apparatus. The apparatus is used for multi-purpose exercises including strengthening and conditioning of the human body. Distinctively, the invention involves the mechanism and apparatus for joining a flexible / elastic rope to a tubular metal bar in the multi-exercise device.[0003]With perpetual advancements in the field of biology and kinesiology, exercise and health continue to be at the forefront of study and growth. Over the last twenty years a prodigious amount of exercise products have been introduced to the consumer market. In today's constantly evolving technology, there are new manufacturing methods and more effective technologies ...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63B21/00A63B21/055
CPCA63B21/0557A63B21/4039A63B21/4035A63B21/0442A63B21/285A63B23/03525A63B2022/0079A63B21/169
Inventor VIAL, FREDERIC
Owner WAYS OF WELLNESS
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