Device for physical exercise

Abstract

The present invention describes a physical exercise device that uses the user's own body as a lever to perform the movement freely, providing a more integrated movement and more efficient training.

Description

PHYSICAL EXERCISE DEVICE Field of Invention

[0001] The present invention describes a physical exercise device that uses the user's own body as a lever to execute the movement, freely, providing a more integrated movement and more efficient training. Background of the Invention

[0002] Muscle training exercises largely involve isolation exercises, where the movement focuses on one joint, targeting a specific muscle group. These movements are quite different from natural pushing, pulling, and lifting movements, and are inefficient because several different exercises are required to train a muscle group.

[0003] Taking the opposite approach are free exercises, which allow movement with varying amplitudes and angles of the joints being worked. They create instability in the user and therefore require an opposing force to stabilize and balance the body during the movement. These movements are very similar to our everyday actions and therefore more natural. One advantage of free exercises is that they work the muscle as it will be used in real movement.

[0004] The state of the art includes several devices designed for free exercise. Document US 2021 / 220693 describes rotational training equipment that includes a body belt with shoulder, hip, and back attachments, providing constant resistance for rotation. This device strengthens the muscles associated with rotational movement. The individual can train upper spine rotation simultaneously with hip and lumbar rotation. The belt also has an opening that can be connected to a cable machine with pulleys. When using the belt, resistance is applied only to rotation around the user's longitudinal axis.

[0005] The present invention differs from this document in several aspects: while the equipment of US 2021 / 220693 can only be fixed to the shoulder, hip and back, the present invention can be fixed to the arms and legs; while the equipment of US 2021 / 220693 allows rotation only around the longitudinal axis, the present invention allows a plurality of rotations; and the present invention is capable of using the user's own body as a lever for practicing the exercise.

[0006] US 1,166,0493 describes a foot belt for cable exercise machines that provides improved use of foot and leg strength during resistance exercises without unnaturally pulling on the user's foot. The belt comprises an angled portion with an adjustable or predetermined angle and means for attaching the belt to a resistance means, such as a cable machine.

[0007] US 2023 / 092963 discloses a suspension training system that relies on the user's weight to provide the primary resistance force to the user via a strap, cable, or rope.

[0008] None of these documents describe the use of rotational movements or the use of one's own body as a lever to perform the exercise.

[0009] The present invention differs from the prior art by utilizing the user's own movement as leverage to execute the movement. By using the user's own body, such as knees and elbows, as levers to execute the movement, there is better movement utilization, muscle strength gains, and improvement in the fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds individual muscles, providing better support for the tissue and organs. Summary of the Invention

[0010] The present invention describes a physical exercise device that uses the user's own body as a lever to execute the movement.

[0011] In particular, the device can be used on the arms, using the elbow as a lever, and on the legs, using the knee as a lever.

[0012] In one embodiment of the present invention, the device comprises: a) A first end comprising means for attachment to the user's body, b) A fabric body; and c) A second end, opposite the first end, as means for connecting to equipment comprising weights. Brief Description of the Figures

[0013] The system can be better understood through the detailed description in accordance with the following attached figures, where:

[0014] Figure 1 shows a schematic view of the device.

[0015] Figure 2 shows different moments of the movement when the device is used on the user's arm, highlighting the axis of rotation of the movement and how the first end and the fabric body fit on the user.

[0016] Figure 3 shows different moments of movement when the device is used on the user's leg, highlighting the pivot point of the movement and how the first end and the fabric body fit the user. Detailed Description of the Invention

[0017] The examples described here are intended only to illustrate some of the numerous embodiments of the present invention, and therefore should not be considered limiting, but merely illustrative. Any another embodiment of the invention that applies the concept detailed herein should be considered as within the scope of the invention.

[0018] The device of the present invention is capable of utilizing various body parts as levers to execute the movement. Non-limiting examples of suitable body parts include the arm, hand, shoulder, elbow, knee, ankle, and combinations thereof.

[0019] In a preferred embodiment, the device of the present invention is a device (10) comprising: a) A first end comprising means for attachment (20) to the user's body, b) A fabric body (30) connecting the first end and the second end; and c) A second end, opposite to the first end, as means for connecting to equipment (40) comprising weights.

[0020] The means for attachment (20) to the user's body are suitable means to allow attachment to the chosen body part. Examples of attachment means include means known in the prior art such as straps, cables, grips, tapes, bands, and combinations thereof. They may also contain elastics or fasteners such as Velcro or snap-fit ​​associated with fabrics, to facilitate adjustment to different users and to facilitate preparation and removal of the device.

[0021] In one embodiment of the present invention, the attachment means (20) comprises a handle (21) and a band (22). The handle (21) serves to provide ergonomic support to the user during movement. For example, when performing the movement of Figure 2, the handle (21) rests on the user's hand. The band (22) serves to secure the user's limb, such as arm (Figure 2) or leg (Figure 3).

[0022] The fabric body (30) is the section of the device that rests on the user's moving limb, allowing leverage to be performed. correctly. Preferably, the fabric is a flexible fabric that adjusts to the user's anatomy without discomfort. The fabric can be porous or segmented to allow the user to breathe when moving.

[0023] The means for connecting to the equipment (40) comprising weights are also means known in the prior art, such as carabiners, D-rings, O-rings and combinations thereof. The weight equipment may be, for example, a crossover, and the weights may be iron plates and / or washers.

[0024] To perform the exercise illustrated in Figure 2, the user initially connects the means for connecting to the equipment (40) from the second end to a machine (not shown). He then rests the base of his thumb on the handle (21) and wraps the band (22) around his forearm. The user should position himself so that the fabric body (30) covers the rest of his forearm and his elbow. The movement of the elbow will be the lever for the exercise.

[0025] To perform the exercise illustrated in Figure 3, the user initially connects the means for connecting to the equipment (40) from the second end to a machine (not shown). Then he wraps the band (22) around his leg. In this exercise there is no need to use the strap (21). The user must position himself so that the fabric body (3) covers the rest of his leg and foot. The movement of the foot will be the lever for the exercise.

Claims

Claims 1. Physical exercise device (10) characterized by comprising: a. a first end comprising means for attachment to the user's body (20), b. a fabric body (30); and c. a second end, opposite the first end, as means for connecting to equipment (40) comprising weights.

2. Device, according to claim 1, characterized in that the means for fixing to the user's body (20) comprise straps, cables, grips, tapes, bands, and combinations thereof.

3. Device, according to claim 2, characterized in that the means for attachment to the user's body (20) comprise elastics or fasteners such as velcro or snap-fit ​​associated with fabrics.

4. Device according to claim 2, characterized in that the means for attachment to the user's body (20) comprise a handle (21) and a band (22).

5. Device according to claim 1, characterized by the means for connecting to an equipment (40) comprising weights comprising carabiners, D-ring, O-ring and combinations thereof.

6. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the fabric body (30) is made of a flexible, porous, optionally segmented fabric.

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