Fitness device

Abstract

The invention relates to a fitness device for improving physical fitness and building and maintaining muscle mass, said fitness device first consisting of a base (1) which can be fixed to a wall, the floor, or the ceiling. Furthermore, at least one first deflecting roller (2a) which can be pivoted about at least one axis and at least one additional fixing or deflecting element are provided, said first pivotal deflecting roller (2a) and additional fixing or deflecting element being connected to the base (1). The pivotal deflecting roller (2) is additionally designed to be rotatable. Furthermore, at least one first cable (7a) which is guided about the first pivotal deflecting roller (2a) and at least one second cable (7b) which is in contact with the additional fixing or deflecting element are provided. One end of the first cable (7a) is designed such that an external force can be transmitted to the first cable (7a), and one end of the second cable (7b) is designed such that an external force can be transmitted to the second cable (7b) or the second cable (7b) is spatially fixed. The other end of the first cable (7a) is connected to at least one first connection element (5a), and the other end of the second cable (7b) is connected to at least one second connection element (5b). The at least one first connection element (5a) is connected to the at least one second connection element (5b) via at least one elastically extensible resistance element (4).

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a fitness device for improving physical fitness and for building and maintaining muscle mass.

[0002] A wide variety of training equipment exists, designed for physical exercise and muscle building to prevent chronic fatigue due to lack of movement. Conventional fitness equipment was long designed and produced exclusively for use in sports or fitness studios.

[0003] Over the past few years, however, it has become clear that more and more people prefer training at home to conventional gym workouts, as it can be easily integrated into their daily routines. However, gym equipment is both expensive to purchase and bulky, requiring a considerable amount of space. Furthermore, compact storage of this type of fitness equipment is virtually impossible, making private purchase and use of such equipment impractical for most people.

[0004] Therefore, in recent years a range of space-saving exercise equipment has been developed for private use to increase the scope and quality of exercises that can be performed at home. In addition to reducing the size, it was also important to significantly reduce the weight of the equipment while maintaining functionality. Furthermore, considering the limited space available, it is crucial to design the training equipment in such a way that a wide variety of exercises can be performed with a single piece of equipment.

[0005] Document WO 2018 / 220543 A1 describes a device for gymnastics, sports and physiotherapy for training the body, consisting of a frame forming a storage cabinet which is closed by a cover element which pivots on the frame, wherein inside the storage cabinet are resistance elements which are connected to several pull elements which protrude from the frame.

[0006] German patent DE 20 2014 101 069 U1 discloses a fitness device with a cable pulley system designed to combine various types of training. The desired training weight is set using a resistance element. This setup allows for a variety of fitness exercises. However, a disadvantage is that the design according to the invention still requires a considerable amount of space, making the use and storage of such a device difficult, for example, in smaller apartments. Furthermore, changing the training resistance is only possible by replacing the permanently installed resistance element. This limits the flexibility of adjusting the training resistance. In addition, functional combination with other fitness equipment to expand the range of possible exercises is not provided.

[0007] Another possibility is described in DE 10 2014 012 263 A1. Here, too, the training weight is adjusted using elastic resistance elements. These are attached to a wall bracket. The intention is that force is transmitted to the elastic resistance element directly via handles attached to the element. Again, the training resistance can only be changed by replacing the resistance element. Due to the frame's considerable size, installation and dismantling require significant effort, making quick and flexible installation difficult.

[0008] The present invention therefore aims to provide a fitness device that avoids the aforementioned disadvantages. The fitness device should contribute to improving physical fitness and building or maintaining muscle mass for all experience levels, while simultaneously being space-saving and lightweight.

[0009] This problem is solved according to the invention by a fitness device according to claim 1. Advantageous embodiments and further developments are described in the dependent claims.

[0010] A fitness device for improving physical fitness and building and maintaining muscle mass has a base plate that can be fixed to a wall, floor, or ceiling. It also includes at least one pivoting pulley and at least one additional fixing or deflection element. The first pivoting pulley and the additional fixing or deflection element are connected to the base plate. The pivoting pulley is mounted to allow rotation. At least one backstop brake is attached to the base plate. Furthermore, the device includes at least one rope that runs around the first pivoting pulley and at least one second rope that is in contact with the additional fixing or deflection element.In this configuration, one end of the first rope is designed such that an external force can be transmitted to it, and one end of the second rope is designed such that an external force can be transmitted to it, or the second rope is spatially fixed, and the other end of the first rope is connected to at least one first connecting element and the other end of the second rope is connected to at least one second connecting element. Furthermore, the at least one first connecting element is connected to the at least one second connecting element via at least one elastically stretchable resistance element.

[0011] Due to the direct or indirect contact of all components with the planar base plate, the fitness device can be easily fixed horizontally or vertically to the wall, floor, or ceiling. This significantly reduces assembly and disassembly effort and allows for compact, space-saving storage. The at least one swiveling pulley, which is supported both axially and radially, allows the pulley's direction of rotation to be adjusted to the exercise being performed. "Swiveling" here means that the pulley is rotatable around the longitudinal axis of the base plate, and thus its direction of rotation is aligned with this axis. Furthermore, this axis is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the base plate. The fitness device also generates minimal vibrations during training, allowing for virtually silent workouts.

[0012] For the purposes of this application, the term "rope" shall be understood to mean any flexible element. Furthermore, the first rope may be understood to be a pull rope, whereas the second rope may be understood as a fixing / holding / anchor rope or pull rope. A fixing / holding / anchor rope is defined as one designed as a fixing element. The term "further fixing element" refers in particular to any mechanical device capable of spatially fixing one end of the second rope. This means that one end of the second rope does not move during use of the fitness equipment. Clamps, pins, or pulleys are preferred. The second rope is understood to be a pull rope in particular when it is designed in conjunction with a further deflection element. A further deflection element refers in particular to a swiveling pulley, as described above as the first swiveling pulley.The contact of the second rope with the further fixing element can refer to fixing mechanisms such as clamping, plugging, snapping, wrapping, or similar mechanisms that enable the spatial fixation of one end of the second rope. In contrast, the contact of the second rope with a further deflection element typically refers to a guide around the deflection element, whereby the spatial position of one end of the second rope is changeable.

[0013] The guiding direction refers to the direction in which the rope should be guided when an external force is applied. This external force is the force that a user can exert on the rope. Changing the guiding direction of the at least one swiveling pulley requires no active adjustment by the user; it is automatically adjusted by the intended rope guidance for the chosen fitness exercise. Therefore, the user does not need to adjust the at least one swiveling pulley correctly for the exercise. This, in turn, prevents incorrect execution of the exercise and reduces the user's risk of injury.

[0014] Furthermore, the training resistance can be easily adjusted by simply attaching or detaching the at least one resistance element via the connecting elements to the ropes. This flexible exchange of the at least one resistance element guarantees that the training resistance can be quickly and easily adapted to any experience and training level. Changing the resistance element includes both attaching and detaching it, as well as completely replacing the at least one resistance element. This means that the at least one resistance element is flexibly attachable and detachable, and also replaceable. The use of a resistance element also eliminates the problem of inertia of the weights, as occurs with conventional strength training equipment. Additionally, there is no risk of jarring impacts from falling weights if the rope is suddenly released.The ropes are designed so that at least one resistance element is in a stretched state. The at least one resistance element is in a stretched state when it exerts a restoring force opposing the force acting on the rope. This also has the advantage of reducing the noise level during training, which is a significant benefit, especially in multi-unit buildings. Furthermore, using a resistance element instead of weights reduces the risk of damage to the fitness equipment from falling weights. The risk of injury is also significantly reduced when using resistance elements, as the training resistance can be continuously adjusted. Finally, the training effect is also improved compared to conventional fitness equipment, as a progressive resistance curve is achievable.This means that the training resistance can be adjusted almost continuously. The resistance element is typically band-shaped or tubular. Rubber bands or latex tubes are particularly preferred.

[0015] The backstop brake prevents the ropes from accelerating uncontrollably back to their starting position due to restoring forces, which could potentially injure or damage the user and / or the fitness equipment. Therefore, the backstop brake is also understood as a speed-dependent backstop. The starting position is defined as the position in which the at least one elastic resistance element exerts no restoring force on the ropes, i.e., it is in a relaxed state. This function of the described backstop can be understood analogously to the operation of a seatbelt pretensioner in a car. In addition to blocking the rope from retracting unintentionally, the backstop brake also allows for the deliberate, manually initiated blocking of the rope's retraction. This makes it possible to pretension the at least one resistance element and prevent interruptions or...to take breaks during training. The possibility of pre-tensioning allows for one-sided use when training the second rope as a pull rope in combination with another deflection element, i.e., in a two-sided version of the fitness device.

[0016] In addition, the deflection element can be designed as a second deflection pulley, typically analogous to the first deflection pulley.

[0017] Analogously, this means that both pulleys perform the same function, namely redirecting the respective rope. This means that the second pulley is designed as a second pulley that can pivot about at least one other axis. The at least one axis around which the first pivoting pulley can pivot and the at least one second axis around which the second pivoting pulley can pivot are aligned parallel to each other. The design with at least two pivoting pulleys expands the range of possible fitness exercises, thus enabling more flexible training.

[0018] Furthermore, the base plate can be designed to be foldable in one or more parts. This has the advantage of allowing for even more compact storage.

[0019] Furthermore, the fitness device can be designed such that the at least one elastic resistance element is guided around at least one resistance pulley. Additionally, the at least one resistance pulley can have a guide groove for each elastic resistance element.

[0020] By using at least one resistance pulley for the resistance element, the training resistance can be adjusted even more precisely. Furthermore, the twisting of the resistance element can be reduced by using exactly one guide groove for exactly one elastic resistance element. This precise guidance increases the training effect and reduces the risk of injury due to incorrect use. Mounting the at least one resistance pulley on the base plate also maintains the compact design and allows for easy assembly and disassembly of the fitness equipment.

[0021] Furthermore, the number of swiveling deflection pulleys can match the number of return brakes.

[0022] By matching the number of backstop brakes to the number of swivel pulleys, it is ensured that every rope used, which is guided around the swivel pulleys, is protected against uncontrolled recoil by a backstop brake. This further increases safety and application flexibility.

[0023] In addition, at least one preload bracket can be attached to the base plate.

[0024] A pre-tensioning device integrated into the base plate allows for unilateral training exercises as an alternative to, or in addition to, the pre-tensioning provided by the return brake. This further increases safety during pre-tensioning and expands the range of possible training exercises, thus broadening the user's training options.

[0025] Furthermore, a flexible element can directly connect the first rope and the second rope.

[0026] A direct connection between the two ropes allows for the adjustment of different pull angles. This further increases the range of possible exercises, covering a very wide spectrum of fitness exercises.

[0027] In addition, the base plate can be fixed to the wall, floor or ceiling by direct screwing or hanging using a one- or multi-part fastening.

[0028] A mounting device specifically designed for securing the fitness equipment to the wall, floor, or ceiling can significantly reduce assembly time and thus increase flexibility in terms of setup and dismantling. Furthermore, using such a mounting device ensures secure attachment, thereby increasing user safety during training.

[0029] Furthermore, the first swiveling deflection pulley can be connected to the base plate via a first bracket, and the further fixing or deflection element via a second bracket.

[0030] Connecting the swivel pulleys via a dedicated bracket can shorten initial assembly time. Even if the device needs to be stored for transport, the swivel pulleys can be easily removed from the base plate and just as easily reattached during reassembly. Furthermore, by using a bracket for the swivel pulley, it can be made height-adjustable. In this context, height-adjustable means that the swivel pulley is movable along the axis parallel to the surface of the base plate on which it is mounted. Because the swivel pulleys are height-adjustable, the user can choose the direction of the cables almost freely.

[0031] Examples of the fitness equipment are shown in the drawings and are described below. Figuren 1 bis 17 described. Recurring features are marked with identical reference symbols.

[0032] They show: Fig. 1 A fitness device in a perspective view from a slanted top in a two-sided design; Fig. 2 a base plate in top view; Fig. 3 a swiveling pulley with bracket in a perspective view; Fig. 4 a resistance deflection pulley with guide groove in a perspective view; Fig. 5 A fitness device in a perspective view from a slanted top view in a single-sided design; Fig. 6 A fitness device in a perspective view from a low angle, in a two-sided design with pre-tensioning devices; Fig. 7 a fitness device with a direct connection between the two ropes; Fig. 8 a fitness device with multiple pull handles; Fig. 9 a fitness device with a connection between the two ropes via a sliding element; Fig. 10 A fitness device in a rear view showing parts of the mounting device; Fig. 11 a cross-section of a fitness device made of Fig. 10 along an axis A; Fig. 12 a section B from the cross-section A from Fig. 11 with another part of the fastening device; Fig. 13 a fastening device in a perspective view; Fig. 14 A fitness device mounted on a wall using an alternative mounting device, in side view; Fig. 15 an excerpt from Fig. 14 with an alternative fastening device; Fig. 16 a handle in the underside view; and Fig. 17 a wall-mounted fitness device with a handle made of Fig. 16 in top view and in side view.

[0033] Fig. 1 Figure 1 shows a fitness device in a perspective view from a slightly oblique angle above. In this embodiment, the fitness device consists of a base plate 1 on which two pivotable pulleys 2a, 2b are attached at opposite ends of the base plate 1 via two fastening devices 11a, 11b.

[0034] The base plate 1 has a longitudinal axis 18 along which its length is determined. Furthermore, the thickness of the base plate 1 is defined along a first transverse axis, and its height along a second transverse axis 17. The mounting surface of the base plate 1, on which the other components of the training device are attached, is defined by the longitudinal axis 18 and the second transverse axis 17. The longitudinal extent of the base plate 1 is three to ten times greater than its extent along the second transverse axis 17. This means that the base plate 1 is designed such that its length is three to ten times greater than its height. The length of the base plate is in the range of 1000 to 3000 mm, preferably in the range of 2000 to 2500 mm.

[0035] Furthermore, the extent of the base plate 1 in the direction of the first transverse axis is five to eight times smaller than the extent in the direction of the second transverse axis 17 and thus eight to eighteen times smaller than the extent in the direction of the longitudinal axis 18. This means that the thickness of the base plate 1 is five to eight times smaller than its height and thus 35 to 115 times smaller than its length.

[0036] The pivotable guide rollers 2 are arranged symmetrically with respect to the second transverse axis 17, which runs longitudinally at exactly half the extent of the base plate 1, on the mounting surface of the base plate 1. Two resistance guide rollers 3 are also mounted on the base plate 1 at a different height between the two pivotable guide rollers 2a and 2b. Furthermore, the resistance guide rollers 3 are arranged symmetrically with respect to the center point of the mounting surface on the base plate 1. This means that the axis of symmetry of the elastically expandable resistance element 4 coincides with the second transverse axis 17 of the base plate 1. This also means that both resistance guide rollers 3 are equidistant from the center point of the mounting surface of the base plate 1 in the illustrated embodiment.The double change in direction of the resistance element 4 allows higher resistance forces to be precisely set, thus adapting the resistance value to the user and exercise.

[0037] The resistance deflection pulleys 3 are located in the Figur 1 In the illustrated embodiment, four expandable resistance elements 4 are guided, each having a connecting element 5a or 5b at its respective ends. The connecting elements 5a and 5b each have vortices to prevent twisting. Furthermore, there can be more or fewer than four resistance elements 4. Each resistance element 4 can have different moduli of elasticity. Alternatively, all resistance elements 4 can have the same modulus of elasticity, or any other conceivable combination thereof.

[0038] The resistance element 4 can be made of any elastically stretchable material, such as (natural) latex or (natural) rubber. The resistance of the resistance elements 4 can vary due to differences in thickness and chemical composition. Natural latex is particularly preferred as the resistance element 4.

[0039] This flexible selection of resistance elements 4 allows for flexible adjustment of the training resistance and thus the training intensity. This advantage is further enhanced by the fact that each resistance element 4 can be attached or detached as desired via the connecting elements 5a and 5b. This provides the user with maximum freedom in customizing the training intensity.

[0040] Furthermore, ropes 7a and 7b each have a shock absorber 15 and a handle 6a and 6b, respectively. Handles 6a and 6b are connected by another element, which can be either flexible or rigid. Handles 6a and 6b allow the user to easily apply tensile forces to both ropes. Handles 6a and 6b are interchangeable, enabling the use of a variety of different grips. In addition to the... Fig. 1 In addition to classic pull handles, bars, knobs, or any other type of handle can also be used. The end stops 15 are positioned between handles 6a, 6b and ropes 7a, 7b to prevent the ropes 7a, 7b from passing completely through the swivel pulleys 2a, 2b and to prevent the handles 6a, 6b from colliding with the swivel pulleys 2a, 2b when the ropes 7a, 7b are suddenly released. This ensures the continued functionality of the swivel pulleys 2a, 2b and, ultimately, the entire fitness equipment.

[0041] The other end of the rope 7a is connected via one or more connecting elements 5a to one or more elastic resistance elements 4. The rope 7a is guided over the swiveling pulley 2a. The rope 7b is guided analogously to the rope 7a and integrated into the fitness device. The base plate 1 also has four holes 9 (only three are visible).

[0042] The bores 9 are located at the four corners of the base plate 1 and extend through the entire thickness of the base plate 1. This means that the bores 9 are complete through-holes in the base plate 1. The base plate 1 can be fixed to the wall, floor, or ceiling via the bores 9, either using a fastening device 20 (not shown) or by screwing it in place.

[0043] When performing bilateral pulling exercises, the user exerts a force on the ropes 7a, 7b via the handles 6a, 6b. A bilateral pulling exercise is characterized by the fact that the resistance elements 4 are stretched during the exercise both in the direction of the first pivoting pulley 2a and in the direction of the second pivoting pulley 2b. This means that the two ropes 7a, 7b can also be connected to each other via a handle 6 such that pulling on one handle 6 applies a tensile force to both the connecting elements 5a and 5b. The handle 6 can also be designed as a rod that connects the two ends of the ropes 7a, 7b, thus ensuring a simultaneous, parallel force transmission to both ropes 7a, 7b.

[0044] The direction of pull always points away from the base plate 1. This means that the handles 6a, 6b are moved in the direction of the surface normal of the mounting surface of the base plate 1, thus increasing the distance between the base plate 1 and the handles 6a, 6b. As a result of this movement, the resistance elements 4, which are hooked onto the connecting elements 5a, 5b, are stretched in the direction of the longitudinal axis 18. Ideally, the user exerts an equal force on both cables 7a, 7b, so that the resistance elements 4 are pulled apart, i.e., stretched, due to the opposing directions of the acting tensile forces. Specifically, the tensile force acting on the connecting elements 5a stretches the resistance elements 4 towards the first pivoting pulley 2a, and the tensile force acting on the connecting elements 5b stretches the resistance elements 4 towards the second pivoting pulley 2b.The total elongation of the resistance elements 4 is thus created by the action of the two tensile forces in opposite directions.

[0045] Furthermore, in Fig. 1 Two return brakes 8a and 8b are arranged to brake the ropes 7a and 7b. The use of return brakes ensures user safety by preventing the ropes from snapping back suddenly and unintentionally. This prevents injury to the user and damage to the fitness equipment. Furthermore, the ropes 7a and 7b can be manually fixed, allowing the respective ropes 7a and 7b, and thus the associated resistance elements 4, to be pre-tensioned. This one-sided pre-tensioning allows the user to perform unilateral exercises despite the two-sided design of the fitness equipment, and to take breaks during exercises if necessary. Therefore, it is also possible to manually fix the resistance elements 4 in their maximum stretched state.

[0046] Furthermore, a guide system (not shown) can be provided for guiding the resistance elements between the first deflection roller and the at least one first connecting element, as well as between the second deflection roller and the at least one second connecting element.

[0047] The integration of guide systems has the advantage that attaching or detaching at least one resistance element is replaced by simply moving one or more pins. This increases user-friendliness and thus simultaneously reduces the risk of injury from incorrectly attached resistance elements. It also allows for faster adjustment of the training resistance.

[0048] Fig. 2 The base plate 1 of the [unclear text] shows Fig. 1 The fitness device shown is depicted. Here, the holes 12 indicate the placement of the brackets 11a and 11b for attaching the swiveling pulleys 2a and 2b. The holes 13, on the other hand, indicate the placement of the two resistance pulleys 3 on the base plate 1. Furthermore, the holes 9 are designed for attaching the base plate 1 to the wall or floor. Using the holes 9, the fitness device can either be screwed directly into place or suspended in combination with a mounting device 20 (not shown). The mounting options are not limited to screw connections but should encompass any detachable and non-detachable mechanical connections suitable for fixing the fitness device to the wall, floor, or ceiling.The same applies to the mounting holes 12 and 13 for the mounting devices 11a, 11b for the swiveling guide pulleys 2, 2b and the resistance guide pulleys 3. These can be fastened using screw connections, plug connections, or any other type of detachable mechanical connection. Similarly, the return brakes 8a, 8b can also be attached to the base plate 1. This detachable connection ensures that the fitness equipment can be easily assembled and disassembled, and that disassembling it into its individual parts saves additional storage space. Furthermore, it can be seen that the holes 13, 9, and 12 are arranged symmetrically to both the longitudinal axis 18 and the second transverse axis 17.

[0049] In Fig. 3 An example of a swiveling pulley 2 in the mounting device 11 is shown. In this embodiment, the swiveling pulley 2 is pivotable about the longitudinal axis 18 of the base plate 1. However, it is also possible for the swiveling pulley 2 to have a pivot axis that differs from the longitudinal axis 18 of the base plate 1. Because the swiveling pulley 2 is attached to the base plate 1 via a mounting device 11, it can be fixed at different heights within the mounting device 11; it is therefore height-adjustable. This can be achieved, among other things, via plug connections or screw connections between the swiveling pulley 2 and the mounting device 11. Any other detachable connection is also possible. Thus, the fitness device can be adapted to the individual needs of the exercise and the user.In this embodiment, the fastening device 11 is connected to the base plate 1 via screws 23 which are guided through the fastening holes 12.

[0050] Furthermore, in Fig. 4 A resistance guide roller 3 is shown, which has five guide grooves 16. Alternatively, it can also have at least one guide groove 16. The plug connections used for mounting on the base plate 1 are also shown. Each resistance element 4 is guided in a guide groove 16 of the resistance guide roller 3. This allows the resistance elements 4 to be used without mutual mechanical interference. A plug connection with the base plate 1 is established via the pins shown, so that the resistance guide rollers 3 can be easily changed or replaced. Alternatively, the pins can also be fastened to the base plate 1 by means of a screw connection.

[0051] Fig. 5 shows comparable to Fig. 1 A fitness device in a perspective view from a slightly oblique angle above. However, only one access point 6 is provided here. This design variant is exemplary of the single-sided version of the fitness device. Here, the second swiveling pulley 2b does not primarily serve to deflect the rope, but in conjunction with the damper 15, to fix one end of the second rope 7b. In the single-sided version of the fitness device, the fixing can also be achieved using clamps or pins without any pulleys. The use of a return brake 8b is also not mandatory. In the single-sided version, the rope 7b does not function as a pull rope, but rather as an anchor rope, with one end of the rope 7b being spatially fixed. The single-sided version of the fitness device allows, among other things, the following:The second swiveling pulley 2b and the second return brake 8b can be omitted, thus reducing the cost of the fitness equipment. This also allows the fitness equipment to be designed in a more compact and space-saving manner.

[0052] Fig. 6 represents a variant of the design already in Fig. 1 This section describes a fitness device in detail. The focus here is on the three pretensioning devices 10. These are arranged one behind the other at the lower end of the base plate 1 along the edge of the base plate 1 in the direction of the longitudinal axis 18 of the base plate 1. The pretensioning devices 10 allow the user to perform unilateral training exercises as an alternative or supplement to pretensioning via the return brakes 8a, 8b. This is achieved by attaching the connecting elements 5b to one of the pretensioning devices 10 and pretensioning the resistance elements 4. The user can then pull on the rope 7a, thus applying a tensile force to the end of the resistance elements 4, which are connected to the rope 7a via the connecting elements 5a.The pre-tensioning devices 10 can also be arranged such that pre-tensioning can be achieved via both fastening of the connecting elements 5b and fastening of the connecting elements 5a. For this purpose, additional pre-tensioning devices can be formed symmetrically to the center point of the mounting surface of the base plate 1 on the opposite longitudinal edge of the base plate 1.

[0053] Examples include exercises that require rotation of the upper body along the longitudinal axis 18 of the body (i.e., in the frontal plane). In the following, a pretension of the resistance elements 4 via the connecting elements 5b is assumed. The operating principle remains the same when pretension is applied via the connecting elements 5a. With pretensioned resistance elements 4, these are prestretched to a certain degree. When performing unilateral pulling exercises, only a tensile force acts on the connecting elements 5a, which move in the direction of the pivoting pulley 2a due to this force. Therefore, the resistance elements 4 are stretched further. During the execution of the unilateral pulling exercise, the position of the connecting elements 5b in the hooked pretensioning device 10 remains unchanged.

[0054] Fig. 7 Figure 1 and Figure 6 show a further modification of the fitness device depicted in Figures 1 and 6. In addition to the already known components of the fitness device, an additional connecting rope 14 is integrated between ropes 7a and 7b. The connecting rope 14 can also be any other flexible element. By connecting the two ropes 7a and 7b with another flexible element, different pull angles can be precisely set along the length of the connecting rope 14. Setting the optimal pull angle depends, among other things, on the specific exercise and the user's physical condition.

[0055] Fig. 8 This represents a further modification of the design variant of the fitness device shown in Figures 1 and 6. Here, after passing through the end stop 15, two handles 6b are attached to the rope 7b via two additional flexible elements. The number of possible handles 6b is not limited to two and can be varied as desired. By using multiple handles 6b, it is possible to further expand the range of possible fitness exercises.

[0056] In Fig. 9 is a variation of the exemplary embodiment from Fig. 7 The two ropes 7a, 7b are connected via the connecting rope 14, which additionally features a sliding element 19. In this embodiment, the sliding element 19 is designed as a sliding ring. The handle 6, here designed as a pull handle, is attached to the sliding ring via an additional connecting element. In the vertical orientation, this results in an almost uniform automatic adjustment of the height to the user's training height by means of the pulley or the sliding ring. The compensable distance corresponds approximately to the distance between the deflection pulleys 2a, 2b. This automatic height adjustment is illustrated by the two alternative positions of the handle 6.

[0057] Fig. 10 In addition to the familiar fitness device, the figure also represents parts of a mounting device 20. A first part 21 of the mounting device 20 is attached to the rear of the fitness device, and a second part 22, designed to complement the first part 21, is mounted at a mounting point. In this embodiment, the first part 21 is designed as a disc-shaped plate. The second part 22 is mounted at the mounting point, such as on a wall. The second part 22 can be designed as a holder with a U-shaped counter-contour, allowing the fitness device to be easily attached and detached.

[0058] The circular plate allows the fitness device to be swiveled around one of the two attachment points. This makes it easy to attach and remove. Furthermore, the fitness device can be stored, for example, in its folded state, at one of the two attachment points, i.e., at one of the second parts 22. In horizontal mounting, the openings of the second parts 22 face upwards. In the folded state, the device is first inserted into one second part 22 and then swiveled from above into the other second part 22 and locked at both points. In vertical mounting, the opening of the upper second part 22 faces upwards, and the opening of the lower second part 22 faces either left or right. For example, the fitness device is first attached to the upper second part 22 in its folded state, then unfolded and swiveled into the lower second part 22 with its opening facing sideways.The locking mechanism consists of a locking bolt located on the base plate 1. When this bolt is actuated, it engages in a bore in the second part 22, which is mounted on the wall. This locking method is implemented at both anchor points, i.e., at both second parts 22. "Top" here refers to the orientation towards the sky.

[0059] Furthermore, it shows Fig. 11 In section view A, it can be seen that the first part 21 can be attached, for example, via a screw connection on the back of the fitness device. Two holes extending through the base plate 1 are also visible. In this embodiment, these holes correspond to the mounting holes 12. This means that the first part 21 is attached via the... Fig. 12 The screws 23 shown, which extend through the mounting holes 12, are fastened to the back of the base plate 1. The screws 23 also ensure that the fastening device 11 (see Fig. 3 ) can be firmly fixed to the front of the base plate 1. Fig. 13 Figure 1 shows the fastening device 20 separately, with only the second part 22 being visible. The surface of the back of the second part 22 comes into direct mechanical contact with, for example, the wall or ceiling.

[0060] Alternatively to the one in the Fig. 11 bis Fig. 13 The second part shown, 22, is in

[0061] Fig. 14 as in Fig. 15 An alternative embodiment of the second part 22 is shown. In this embodiment, the two second parts 22 are now designed as adjustable mounting arms. Furthermore, the mounting arms can also be pivotable. Their length can then be adjusted to allow attachment to door frames, beams, walls, and other surfaces. The first parts 21, designed to be complementary to the second parts 22, are as shown in Fig. 11 bis Fig. 13 The described part is attached to the back of the base plate 1, with each first part 21 forming a fastening device 20 together with each second part 22. Thus, the fastening device 20 as a whole can also be used for outdoor attachment, for example to a tree.

[0062] Fig. 16 Figure 6 shows a variant of handle 6, where handle 6 is designed as a bar or handlebar. The handlebar, which can be swivelled to different positions (heights) on the front of the fitness device, as shown in Figure 6. Fig. 17 As shown, the training resistance can be changed by repositioning the rope connection along the axis of the handlebar. For example, the second rope 7b can be attached to the first point 24, the second point 25, or the third point 26. The further away from the base plate 1 of the fitness device 1 the rope is, the greater the resistance the user must work against. Attaching the rope at different points thus provides another way to individually adjust the training resistance. In addition, the handlebar's angle is adjustable, allowing it to be adapted to the specific training exercise.

[0063] The described fitness device can also be used in combination with other equipment. This can involve at least one cable (7a, 7b) running from a wall-mounted fitness device over at least one additional pulley mounted on the floor or ceiling, thus enabling strength exercises, particularly those performed vertically. Exercises such as deadlifts, squats, or shoulder presses can be performed in various variations. Furthermore, the fitness device can be expanded with additional equipment such as a rowing machine or a leg extension / leg curl station.

Claims

1. A fitness apparatus to improve physical fitness and building and maintaining muscle mass, comprising: a base plate (1) that can be fixed to a wall, floor or ceiling, at least one first deflection roller (2a) pivotable about at least one axis and at least one additional fixing or deflection member, the first pivotable deflection roller (2a) and the additional fixing or deflection member being connected to the base plate (1), the pivotable deflection roller (2a) is rotatably mounted, and at least one return brake (8a) being connected to the base plate (1), and at least one first cable (7a) being guided around the first pivotable deflection roller (2a), and at least one second cable (7b) being in contact with the additional fixing or deflection member, one end of the first cable (7a) being configured such that an external force can be transmitted to the first cable (7a), and one end of the second cable (7b) being configured such that an external force can be transmitted to the second cable (7b), or that the second cable (7b) being spatially fixed, and the other end of the first cable (7a) being connected to at least one first connecting member (5a) and the other end of the second cable (7b) being connected to at least one second connecting member (5b), the at least one first connecting member (5a) being connected to the at least one second connecting member (5b) via at least one elastically stretchable resistance member (4).

2. The fitness apparatus according to claim 1, characterised in that the deflection member is configured as a second deflection roller (2b).

3. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the base plate (1) is configured to be integrally foldable.

4. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the at least one stretchable resistance member (4) is guided around at least one resistance member deflection roller (3).

5. The fitness apparatus according to claim 4, characterised in that the at least one resistance member deflection roller (3) each has a guide groove (15) for exactly one stretchable resistance member (4).

6. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the number of pivotable deflection rollers (2) corresponds to the number of return brakes (8).

7. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that at least one pretensioner bracket (10) is attached to the base plate (1).

8. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that a flexible member (14) directly connects the first cable (7a) and the second cable (7b) to each other.

9. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the base plate (1) is fixed to the wall, floor or ceiling via a single-piece or multi-piece fastening, either by directly screwing or by hanging.

10. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the first pivotable deflection roller (2a) is connected to the base plate (1) via a first bracket (11a) and the additional fixing or deflection member is connected to the base plate (1) via a second bracket (11b).

11. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the return brake (8) is configured such that the resistance member (4) can be pretensioned.

12. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that at least one handle (6), in particular a pull handle, a rod or a knob, is configured such that tensile forces can be transmitted to the first cable (7a) and / or the second cable (7b).

13. The fitness apparatus according to claim 12, characterised in that the handle (6) is configured to be interchangeable.

14. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that a guide system is formed for guiding the resistance member (4).

15. The fitness apparatus according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that a shock absorber (15) is formed on the first cable (7a) and / or the second cable (7b).

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