Aquatic exercise system and method

Abstract

An aquatic exercise system includes a pool and an aquatic exercise apparatus positioned in the pool. The aquatic exercise apparatus includes a base and an aquatic exercise pole having a first substantially straight section, a second substantially straight section, and a curved transition section between the first substantially straight section and the second substantially straight section. The curved transition section includes a bend, and the aquatic exercise apparatus is positioned in the pool such that bend is above a surface of water in the pool.

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CROSS REFERENCE[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 554,796 titled “AQUATIC EXERCISE AND STRETCHING APPARATUS,” to Mark V. Saunders, filed Nov. 15, 2017, the entire disclosure of which is expressly incorporated by reference herein.TECHNICAL FIELD[0002]The present disclosure relates generally to an exercise device and, more specifically, to an aquatic exercise apparatus suitable for use in an aquatic environment.BACKGROUND[0003]In the United States and in many other countries throughout the world, populations are aging at a rapid pace. For example, the percentage of Americans over the age of 65 is expected to reach 20% within the next 15 years. Occurrences of aging-related health issues are therefore likely to continue to increase, likely intensifying an already burgeoning public health crisis. The elderly population is known to experience higher rates most types of health-related ailments and conditions, including, but certainly not...

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Benefits of technology

The patent describes an aquatic exercise apparatus that includes a pole and base for use in a pool. The pole has two straight sections and a curved section, and the base is attached to the pool floor. The pole is positioned in a way that the first straight section is at least 36 inches from pool walls, and the curved section is at least 1 inch above the pool water level. The pole is securely anchored to the base and the curved section has a specific shape to allow for smooth transition and effective training. The technical effect of this invention is to provide an improved and effective aquatic exercise system that can be easily and securely installed in various types of pools.

Problems solved by technology

Occurrences of aging-related health issues are therefore likely to continue to increase, likely intensifying an already burgeoning public health crisis.

These types of ailments bring about their own dangers as well as their own unique challenges when developing and implementing treatment protocols.

Left untreated, these symptoms gradually worsen, typically resulting in diminished independence and quality of life.

Barriers to implementing water-based exercise programs remain, however.

For instance, many within the elderly population have difficulty maneuvering even in shallow water environments as many have already experienced muscular degeneration.

This can make efforts to remain buoyant tiresome and frustrating, amongst other things.

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