Apparatus and Method for a Quick-Release of Weights

Abstract

The present embodiment disclose apparatus and methods for allowing users to quick-release of weights from a cylindrical bar with the release of a push-button, said coupled locking pin releases open the latch to be removed from the bar, thereby allowing release of at least one weight from at least one end of the opposable ends of the bar. Other embodiments include an attachable quick-release of weights apparatus for a cylindrical bar with opposable ends. In yet other embodiments, an object of the claimed invention to provide for an integrated quick-release of weights apparatus for a cylindrical bar with opposable ends.

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BACKGROUND[0001]Product Inspiration[0002]In a case study regarding strength training and detraining in different populations, Mario C. Marques, Adam Zajac, Ana Pereira, and Aldo M. Costa collectively reported (2011, p. 7) that many researchers have demonstrated that a specific strength training program can improve maximal strength and the rate of force production, reduce the incidence of muscle-skeletal injury, and contribute to faster injury recovery times, thereby minimizing the number of missed practice sessions or competitions [for athletes]. Simultaneously increasing lean mass and strength for multiple muscle groups, unlike exercises such as the bicep curl which isolates only one muscle group, the bench press and weighted squat have been conventionally incorporated into the workout regimes of nearly all professional sports and still are the most popular exercises among power and weightlifters. Due to the lack of professional training and immense popularity for the use of the be...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention provides an apparatus and method for releasing weights quickly and easily from a cylindrical bar with attached weights. This invention fills a void in the current art by providing an integrated quick-release of weights apparatus with a latch at each end that can open and close shut over the bar to release the weights. This allows for an instantaneous release of weights and improves the efficiency and safety of training and sports equipment.

Problems solved by technology

While universal, they do not represent a fitness equipment that provides the user an insurance of safety in case the upper safety rack cannot be reached.

The weight rack of the base frame—which compromises the safety factor and overall versatility—prevents the user from instantly relieving the weight of the cylindrical bar, forcing the fatigued user to struggle to insure their safety by attempting to rack the cylindrical bar on the safety rack.

Even if the cylindrical bar is held near the safety rack, the fatigued user may fail to successfully mount the cylindrical bar on the preliminary safety rack, as additional effort is required for the user to hoist the cylindrical bar above and onto the safety rack.

Fitness garments such as weighted gloves, ankle weights, weighted vests, shirts, pants, shorts, footwear, etc, may further complicate the user from successfully racking the cylindrical bar on the safety rack.

Additionally, the prior art does not disclose any alternative means for achieving quick-release of weights on-the-fly, with respect to fitness garments.

Additionally, the designed constraints presented from fitness garments result in awkward body and or finger positioning while racking the weight onto the safety rack.

Subsequently, one's daily and, or fitness routine may be severely compromised.

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