Exercise belt and exercise

Abstract

To enable a person using a belt for exercise to perform proper exercise by holding a holding part and finely adjusting a winding state according to himself / herself.SOLUTION: The exerciser belt 1 assists exercise when exercising by applying a load to each part of a body A. Then, the belt for exercise is an elastic body and is provided with grip parts 2 at both ends.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an exercise belt and an exercise. [Background technology]

[0002] In recent years, various exercises have been proposed to improve physical strength, maintain and improve health, prevent lifestyle-related diseases, etc. Conventional exercises include those that use assistive devices (see Patent Document 1) and those that do not use assistive devices. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2014-217625 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] When exercising with assistive devices, if the device does not fit the human body, the exercise may be too hard or excessive, which may cause problems for the body. In other words, it is desirable to exercise by applying an appropriate load to the body parts, but if an assistive device that does not fit the body is used, the effect of the exercise cannot be expected.

[0005] The present invention aims to enable a person using an exercise belt to grasp the gripping portion and finely adjust the wrapping to suit the person, thereby enabling appropriate exercise. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The present invention was made in consideration of the above problems, and is characterized in that (1) an exercise belt that assists in exercises that apply loads to various parts of the body, the exercise belt being made of elastic material and having gripping portions on both ends.

[0007] (2) In the above (1), the exercise belt is characterized by being wrapped around the pelvis of the body.

[0008] (3) In the above (2), the grip portion is gripped by hand.

[0009] (4) In the above (3), the exercises include at least one of standing roll down, chest lift, shoulder bridge, leg stretch, scissors, and turnout brie.

[0010] (5) In the above (3), the gripping portion is gripped to adjust the wrapping condition and reflect it in the exercise.

[0011] (6) In the above (1), the exercise belt has a cross section formed into a rectangular plate shape.

[0012] (7) In the above (6), the gripping portions at both ends of the exercise belt are formed and fixed with hook-and-loop fasteners.

[0013] (8) In the above (1), the elastic body is made of rubber.

[0014] (9) In the above (6), the plate-like rectangle is characterized by having a thickness of 2 mm and a width of 50 mm.

[0015] (10) Exercise characterized by using the exercise belts described above in (1) to (9). [Effects of the Invention]

[0016] According to the present invention, a person can grip the assisting device and adjust the force applied to the belt, etc., to perform exercises that are appropriate for him or her. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0017] [Figure 1] FIG. 2(a) is an overall perspective view of an exercise belt, and FIG. 2(b) is an enlarged view of a portion of the exercise belt. [Figure 2] (a), (b) and (c) are explanatory diagrams of a shoulder bridge. [Figure 3] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of the shoulder bridge. [Figure 4] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of the shoulder bridge. [Figure 5] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of the shoulder bridge. [Figure 6] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of the shoulder bridge. [Figure 7] (a) to (d) are explanatory diagrams of leg stretching. [Figure 8] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of leg stretching. [Figure 9] (a), (b) and (c) are explanatory diagrams of leg stretching. [Figure 10] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of leg stretching. [Figure 11] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of leg stretching. [Figure 12] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of scissors. [Figure 13] FIG. [Figure 14] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of scissors. [Figure 15] FIG. [Figure 16] FIG. [Figure 17] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of standing roll down. [Figure 18] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram of standing roll down. [Figure 19] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram of standing roll down. [Figure 20] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram of standing roll down. [Figure 21] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of the chest lift. [Figure 22] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of the chest lift. [Figure 23] FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a chest lift. [Figure 24] FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a chest lift. [Figure 25] FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a chest lift. [Figure 26] FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a chest lift. [Figure 27] (a) to (d) are explanatory diagrams of turnout brie. [Figure 28] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of turnout brier. [Figure 29] (a) to (d) are explanatory diagrams of turnout brie. [Figure 30] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of turnout brier. [Figure 31] This is an explanatory diagram of turnout brie. [Figure 32] This is an explanatory diagram of turnout brie. [Figure 33] (a), (b) and (c) are illustrations of turnout brier. [Figure 34] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of turnout brier. [Figure 35] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of turnout brier. [Figure 36] (a) to (d) are explanatory diagrams of turnout brie. [Figure 37] This is an explanatory diagram of turnout brie. [Figure 38] (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams of turnout brier. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] Each embodiment will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In these examples, a description of already known technologies will be omitted. Furthermore, the following examples illustrate devices and methods for embodying the technical concept of the invention, and the technical concept of the present invention is not limited to the following. Various modifications can be made to the technical concept of the present invention within the scope of the claims. It should be noted that the drawings are schematic and may differ from the actual product.

[0019] Please refer to Figures 1(a) and 1(b). This shows the exercise belt 1 used for each exercise described below. The exercise belt 1 is made of a material such as rubber and is stretchable. The cross section of the exercise belt 1 is a horizontally long rectangle, which makes it easy to fit the body.

[0020] A detailed description follows. The exercise belt 1 comprises a long, single body 4, both ends of which are folded over and secured with hook-and-loop fasteners 3 or the like to form a loop-shaped grip 2. The exercise belt 1 assists in performing exercises that apply loads to various body parts. The exercise belt 1 is made of elastic material and has grips at both ends. The exercise belt 1 is wrapped around the body's pelvis. The grips are held by the hands. The exercises include at least one of the following exercises: standing roll-down, chest lift, shoulder bridge, leg stretch, scissors, and turnout brie. The grip is used to adjust the wrapping to reflect the exercise. The cross section of the exercise belt 1 is formed into a flat, rectangular shape. The grips at both ends of the exercise belt 1 are secured with hook-and-loop fasteners. For a person with a normal build, the flat, rectangular shape is preferably approximately 2 mm thick and 50 mm wide.

[0021] [Shoulder Bridge] Please refer to Figure 2. This is an explanatory diagram explaining the shoulder bridge stretch.

[0022] <Purpose> The purpose of the shoulder bridge exercise is to improve flexibility of the spine.

[0023] Another purpose of the shoulder bridge exercise is to activate the back muscles, abdominal muscles, glutes, and pelvic floor muscles.

[0024] <Starting Position> The starting position for shoulder bridge exercise is the supine position as shown in Figure 2(a), with the exercise belt 1 wrapped around and fixed to the pelvis of body A. This is a knee-flexed position.

[0025] <Method> As shown in Figure 2(b), draw, and as shown in Figure 2(c), tilt your pelvis backward and flatten your lumbar spine (contract the transverse abdominis and pelvic floor muscles). Here, lift your sacrum, lumbar spine, and thoracic vertebrae in that order as if peeling a sticker off the floor.

[0026] Next, slowly and with control, lower your body from the upper thoracic spine down to your sacrum. By repeating this process, you can improve the flexibility of your spine and activate the back, abdominal, gluteal, and pelvic floor muscles.

[0027] <Key Points> It is desirable to not just raise and lower your hips, but also to feel the segmental movement of your spine on the floor and in your back.

[0028] Bring your sitting bones together and focus on contracting your gluteal muscles and pelvic floor muscles.

[0029] The entire sole of the foot should be in contact with the floor. It is advisable to be aware of the midline of the trunk and to maintain balance between the left and right sides.

[0030] <Explanation: Thoracolumbar fascia> As shown in Figures 3(a) and (b), the "thoracodorsal fascia" has the effect of releasing soft tissues such as the skin and subcutaneous fascia of the back by moving the spine segmentally while utilizing friction with the floor. The thoracodorsal fascia has a superficial leaf and a deep leaf, and in the lumbar region, the two leaves are connected on the outside of the proper back muscles.

[0031] <Spine mobilization using the floor> As shown in Figures 4(a) and (b), segmental movement of the spine using friction with the floor can stimulate the multifidus muscle and stretch the posterior units (supraspinous ligament and intertransverse ligament). The reason for the unique cueing that encourages articulations such as "putting a pearl necklace on the table one by one" or "peel off a sticker" is as described above.

[0032] <Articulation> As shown in Figure 5(a) and (b), this refers to "moving one vertebra at a time, moving each vertebra smoothly and continuously." For example, if there are parts that cannot be moved smoothly, this indicates the existence of segmental soft tissue stiffness or active control failure.

[0033] <How to activate the pelvic floor muscles> As shown in Figures 6(a) and (b), this can be expressed as "scooping up water with your palms," "tightening your vagina to hold in urine," and "gathering your left and right ischial bones into the center." Considering the hammock-like structure, it is important to imagine "pulling in" and "gathering" in the direction of the abdominal cavity. Focus on placing your pubic bone between your ischial bones and contract your pelvic floor muscles.

[0034] [Leg Stretch] <Purpose> The purpose of leg stretching is to stabilize the core and achieve precise control of the lower limbs.

[0035] <Starting position> As shown in Figure 7(a), the starting position for leg stretching is the supine position, with exercise belt 1 wrapped around the pelvis of body A and fixed in place. Tabletop position (side joints and knee joints 90°, flexed position). Chest lifted. The pelvis is tilted backward and the lower back is pressed against the ground. The ankle joints are in plantar flexion.

[0036] <Method> Double leg stretch: As shown in Figure 7(b), while keeping the pelvis and lumbar vertebrae in a fixed position, extend both lower legs.

[0037] Single-leg stretch: As shown in Figure 7(c) and Figure 7(d), alternate legs. Keep one leg flexed at 90° and reach the other leg into the air.

[0038] <Key Points> Maintain imprinting to prevent anterior pelvic tilt and lumbar lordosis when extending the legs. Focus on increasing trunk stability rather than exerting force on the legs. Reach out and straighten the toes (elongation of the legs).

[0039] <Neutral and Imprint> As shown in Figures 8(a) and 8(b), this is a position in which the pelvis is tilted slightly backward from the neutral position of the pelvis and lumbar spine (the pubic symphysis and anterior superior iliac spine are horizontal) and the lumbar lordosis is slightly flattened. This is a technique for activating the abdominal muscles when performing exercises that extend the lower limbs, thereby preventing excessive lumbar lordosis. In this exercise, exercise belt 1 supports the weight of the lower limbs.

[0040] <Stability with abdominal muscles> As shown in Figures 9(a), 9(b), and 9(c), the force of the pelvis rotating forward is offset by contracting the abdominal muscles, gluteus maximus, and hamstrings to tilt the pelvis backward. If this force is weak, compensatory movement of the lumbar spine occurs.

[0041] <How far should the legs be extended and lowered?> As shown in Figures 10(a) and 10(b), the further the lower leg is from the armpit joint, the longer the external moment arm and the greater the external torque. The internal torque (the force generated by the muscles) to counteract this inevitably becomes greater. It is not appropriate to instruct clients with insufficient core stability to extend their legs far and lower them close to the floor.

[0042] <Mono-articular and bi-articular muscles> As shown in Figures 11(a) and 11(b), the armpit flexor muscles move when the leg is extended. The movement of the iliopsoas, a mono-articular muscle (spanning one joint), is important for controlling the armpit joint. When someone says "my thigh muscles are tired," it suggests that the rectus femoris, tensor fasciae latae, and sartorius, which are bi-articular muscles (spanning two joints), are working too hard.

[0043] [Scissors] <Purpose> As shown in Figure 12(a) and Figure 12(b), this exercise separates the trunk and armpit joints. It also improves the extensibility of the hamstrings.

[0044] <Starting position> As shown in Figure 12(a), the starting position is the supine position. The exercise belt 1 is wrapped around the pelvis and fixed. With the chest lifted, one lower limb is raised. The ankle is in plantar flexion.

[0045] <Method> As shown in Figures 12(a) and 12(b), while imprinting (pressing the lower back against the ground), flex and extend the armpit joints alternately left and right using a scissors-like movement.

[0046] <Key Points> Maintain imprinting by being aware of your core (preventing excessive lordosis of the lumbar spine). Keep your pelvis from rotating left or right. Imagine that your lower abdomen is heavy. Stretch your legs out as far as possible, tracing a large path, without bending your knees as much as possible.

[0047] <Iliopsoas> As shown in Figure 13, the iliacus and psoas major muscles are collectively referred to as the iliopsoas. The iliacus originates from the iliac mass, while the psoas major originates from the vertebral bodies, intervertebral bodies, and costal processes of all lumbar vertebrae. Both muscles cross the vertebrae near their insertions and attach to the lesser trochanter. The iliopsoas is the most important muscle responsible for flexing the armpit joint. When the thigh muscles are fixed, the iliacus pulls the pelvis forward (anterior tilt), while the psoas major pulls the lumbar vertebrae forward, maintaining lordosis. As shown in Figures 14(a) and 14(b), this exercise uses support tubes to prevent the weight and centrifugal force of the lower limbs from affecting trunk stability, minimizing strain on the lower back. The left and right iliopsoas muscles alternate between concentric and eccentric contractions, but they are imprinted to prevent instability (rotation from side to side) between the pelvis and lumbar vertebrae when switching leg movements.

[0048] <SLRテスト> As shown in Figures 15 and 16, the patient is in a supine position with the knee extended and the lower limbs passively raised (flexed at the armpit joint). This test is primarily intended to stretch the sciatic nerve and check for intervertebral disc disorders or nerve disorders, but it can also assess hamstring length. The hamstrings are biarticular muscles that straddle the armpit and knee joints. If the hamstrings are shortened during this exercise, flexion of the armpit joint will be limited, reducing the angle of lower limb elevation, and sometimes knee flexion will occur as a compensatory movement. If there is weakness in the iliopsoas muscle or core instability, the angle of lower limb elevation during active movement will be reduced (a lower angle during active SLR and a higher angle during passive SLR). This exercise also includes an element of dynamic hamstring stretching while maintaining a stable core.

[0049] [Standing Roll Down] <Purpose> As shown in Figure 17(a) and Figure 17(b), to learn segmental control to move the spine smoothly. To correct the movement pattern of the lumbar-pelvic rhythm.

[0050] <Starting position> The starting position is standing. The armpits are in external rotation. The pelvis is fixed with exercise belt 1.

[0051] <Method> While exhaling, slowly bend (lean forward) your head, upper back, and lower back in that order.

[0052] <Key Points> Bend while extending your spine towards the top of your head. Keep your abdomen thin and maintain a drawing position. Press firmly into the ground with the soles of your feet. Keep your knees extended without bending them. Move slowly, paying attention to your articulation (especially in areas that are stiff).

[0053] <Are you aware of the position of your spine?> As shown in Figure 18, the spine is a pillar that supports the torso, but when imagining actively moving each unit, it is important to understand where the vertebrae are located inside the body. Within the anterior-posterior width of the torso, the cervical vertebrae are located roughly in the center, the thoracic vertebrae are located at the back, and the lumbar vertebrae are located in the center.

[0054] <Lumbar-pelvic rhythm> As shown in Figure 19, the kinematic relationship between the lumbar vertebrae and the armpit joints in the sagittal plane during flexion is called "lumbar-pelvic rhythm." Normally, during flexion, flexion of the lumbar vertebrae and armpit joints occurs almost simultaneously, or occurs from the lumbar vertebrae. It is evaluated as a combination of 40° of flexion of the lumbar vertebrae and 70° of flexion of the hip joint. People who suffer from lower back pain often have excessive movement from the lumbar vertebrae.

[0055] As shown in Figure 20, in the case of normal extension, the hip joint extends in the early stage, and the lumbar spine extends in the middle stage. In the completion stage, the trunk is positioned above the hip joint, and muscle activity stops, resulting in a three-stage movement. It is like "piling up from the bottom." When the trunk is raised by pushing the pelvis forward, there is a decrease in gluteus maximus muscle strength.

[0056] <Differences between standing and supine positions> As shown in Figures 21(a) and 21(b), in the supine position, trunk flexion is an anti-gravity activity, so the focus is on strengthening the abdominal muscles more than in the standing position. In the standing position, the body is bent forward in the direction of gravity, so the focus is on stretching the back and controlling the eccentric contraction of the back muscles. When in contact with the floor, spinal movement is more easily fed back.

[0057] [Chest Lift] <Purpose> As shown in Figures 22(a) and 22(b), to activate the abdominal muscles and improve the imbalance between the neck muscles and abdominal muscles.

[0058] <Starting Position> The starting position is the supine position as shown in Fig. 22(a). The knees are bent and the exercise belt 1 is wrapped around the pelvis and fixed.

[0059] <How to do it> Exhale and draw and imprint, contracting your abdominal muscles and pelvic floor muscles while lifting your chest. Inhale and slowly return to the starting position.

[0060] <Key Points> Imagine lifting your chest, not your head. Don't release abdominal pressure when doing chest lifts. Keep your neck long while doing chest lifts (don't tuck your chin in or stick it out too much). This is the basis for mat exercises in the supine position, so be sure to learn it first.

[0061] <Forward head position> As shown in Figure 23, when the deep cervical flexor muscles (longus capitis, longus colli) are weakened and the suboccipital muscles and sternocleidomastoid muscles are hypertonic, the patient will have a forward head position alignment in which the lower jaw protrudes.

[0062] <Inner muscles of the neck> As shown in Figure 24, the deep cervical flexor muscles (longus capitis and longus colli), also known as short muscles, contribute to the stability of the cervical spine.

[0063] <Fixing the cervical spine> As shown in Figure 25, when the core is stabilized by drawing and fixing the pelvis with the exercise belt 1, the function of the short muscles in the neck is also promoted. Fixing the cervical spine prevents the chin from rising too high. If the core is not stable, the sternocleidomastoid muscle will work excessively, making it easy for the head to assume a forward position.

[0064] <How to use the abdominal muscles> As shown in Figure 26, contracting the abdomen while exhaling encourages the contraction of the transverse abdominis. Also, rather than predominantly contracting the rectus abdominis in the center, contract the oblique abdominal muscles in the lateral abdomen. This enhances the function of the abdominal belt.

[0065] [Turnout Brie] <Purpose> As shown in Figures 27(a) to 27(d), perform warm-up exercises such as accurate turnout (external rotation of the hip joint) and blier. Perform isolation exercises for the trunk and hip joint.

[0066] <Starting position> The starting position is a standing position as shown in Figure 27(a). The hip joint is in external rotation. The exercise belt 1 is wrapped around the pelvis and fixed.

[0067] <Method> Extend your toes and correct your center of gravity by using the ball of your foot, ball of your little foot, and heel. Lower your center of gravity by flexing your hip joints and knees so that they rotate outward from the base of your hip joint (Brie).

[0068] <Key Points> Elongation of the spine (stretch the spine up and down so that it does not succumb to gravity). Pull in the lower abdomen (awareness of the dantian). Wall: Align the hip joints, knees and toes and turn them outward (it is a good idea to use a tube to guide the femur outward). Imagine pulling both sitting bones inward.

[0069] <Advanced exercise 1> As shown in Figures 28(a) and 28(b), from the basic position, stand on one leg and extend the opposite hip joint in an externally rotated position, tightening the renal muscles. While maintaining the elongation of the spine, be conscious of the separation movement of the trunk and hip joint.

[0070] <Applied Exercise 2> As shown in Figures 29(a) to (d), the exercise belt 1 is placed around the greater trochanter, which induces external rotation of the hip joint.

[0071] <Cervical shaft angle> As shown in Figure 30(a) and Figure 30(b), the femoral head is located 130° inward and upward relative to the shaft axis (cervical shaft angle). In many cases, clients who are unaware of the existence of the cervical shaft angle imagine that the hip joint is located further outward than it actually is.

[0072] <Positional relationship between the acetabular plaque and femoral head> As shown in Figure 31, the entire femoral articular surface is not covered due to the structure of the femoral anteversion angle and acetabular anteversion angle.

[0073] <Scarpa's Triangle> As shown in Figure 32, the area surrounded by the inguinal ligament, sartorius muscle, and adductor longus muscle is called Scarpa's triangle. The femoral head can be observed and palpated in the center of this triangle. It is also a good idea to give feedback by touching it when focusing on the movement of the hip joint during the downward phase of an exercise.

[0074] <Anteversion angle and structural diversity> As shown in Figures 33(a), 33(b), and 33(c), if the anteversion angle is excessively large, it can be said that the skeleton is unfavorable for external rotation (turnout). Forcing external rotation can lead to hip joint disorders.

[0075] <Knowing skeletal characteristics> As shown in Figure 34(a) and Figure 34(b), risk can be hedged by screening with the Craig test and knowing skeletal characteristics. However, there are often stories of people who cannot sit cross-legged or who have a habit of sitting like a kite.

[0076] <Hip joint compatibility> As shown in Figures 35(a) and 35(b), when the hip joint is extended (standing), the front part of the femoral head fits in with the acetabulum protruding, but when in the flexed position, the femoral head is completely covered by the acetabulum. Exercises on all fours or in a flexed position can keep the hip joint in a stable position.

[0077] <Pay attention to twisted knees> As shown in Figures 36(a) to 36(d), the hip joint is not abducted or externally rotated properly, resulting in twisted knees and feet. This shows the overall picture of incorrect turnout alignment and an excessively pronated foot.

[0078] <Muscles that open and stabilize the hip joint> As shown in Figure 37, the external rotator muscles are said to be involved in joint stability due to their course. By appropriately contracting the external rotator muscles during exercise, a force is exerted to keep the femoral head in a concentric position, providing a sense of stability. The tube guides the rotational movement from the proximal part of the femur.

[0079] <Correcting the position of the pelvis> As shown in Figures 38(a) and 38(b), by using the exercise belt 1 in this exercise, excessive tilt of the pelvis can be prevented and a neutral state can be induced.

[0080] Although each embodiment has been described in detail, it is not limited to a specific embodiment, and various modifications and changes are possible within the scope of the claims. It is also possible to combine all or some of the components of the above-described embodiments. [Explanation of symbols]

[0081] 1 exercise belt 2 Grip part 3 hook and loop fastener 4 Main unit A body

Claims

1. An exercise belt that assists exercises that apply loads to various parts of the body, characterized in that the exercise belt is made of elastic material and has gripping portions on both ends.

2. 10. The exercise belt of claim 1, wherein the exercise belt is wrapped around the pelvis of the body.

3. 3. The exercise belt according to claim 2, wherein the gripping portion is gripped by hand.

4. 4. The exercise belt of claim 3, wherein the exercises include at least one of the following exercises: standing rolldowns, chest lifts, shoulder bridges, leg stretches, scissors, and turnout brie.

5. 4. The exercise belt according to claim 3, wherein the gripping portion is gripped to adjust the wrapping condition and reflect it in the exercise.

6. 2. The exercise belt according to claim 1, wherein the cross section of the exercise belt is formed in a rectangular plate shape.

7. 7. The exercise belt according to claim 6, wherein the gripping portions at both ends of the exercise belt are fastened with hook-and-loop fasteners.

8. 2. The exercise belt according to claim 1, wherein the elastic material is rubber.

9. 7. The exercise belt according to claim 6, wherein the rectangular plate has a thickness of 2 mm and a width of 50 mm.

10. An exercise method using the exercise belt according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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