Adjustable Chest Support Pad for Bent-Over Row Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing devices fail to provide adequate support and stability during bent-over row exercises, leading to back injuries and improper form, as they either restrict motion, cause instability, or require a spotter for safety.
Innovation Solution
An exercise device with a connecting member and adjustable support pad that can be rotated and adjusted in height, providing chest support and stability, and can be attached to or stand alone from an exercise rack, allowing for various exercise positions and reducing the risk of injury.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a flat bench is used to support one hand and one knee during dumbbell row, then the lifter can perform the row exercise, but the lifter experiences stability issues and may twist the torso resulting in injury
Solution Approach 1:
The device divides support into separate functional components: chest support pad for upper body stability, hip support pads for lower body positioning, and back support for spinal alignment. This segmentation allows each component to address specific stability needs without causing torso twisting.
Solution Approach 2:
The device introduces intermediary support structures between the lifter and the floor/bench. The chest support pad, hip support pads, and back support act as mediators that distribute and stabilize forces, preventing direct contact that causes instability and twisting.
2Ease of operation
If a seal row bench is used to allow lifter to lie prone, then the lifter can access free weights, but the bench impedes full retraction of the weight towards the body
Solution Approach 1:
The device uses dynamic, adjustable support pads that can be positioned at various heights and angles. The chest support pad and hip support pads can be adjusted to accommodate different exercise positions and ranges of motion, allowing full retraction without impingement from fixed bench structures.
3Force
If heavy loads are lifted while in a prone position on a seal row bench, then the exercise can be performed, but the lifter is at risk of chest and abdominal pain and injury
Solution Approach 1:
The device provides beforehand cushioning through the chest support pad and back support that position and stabilize the lifter's torso before heavy loading occurs. This pre-positioning ensures proper spinal alignment and chest protection, preventing injury during heavy load execution.
4Ease of operation
If the lifter's face is pressed into the seal row, turned to the side, or raised above the top of the bench, then the exercise can be performed, but the lifter experiences discomfort or injury risk
Solution Approach 1:
The device is designed to automatically position the lifter's head and face in a safe, comfortable position through the geometry and adjustability of the chest support pad and back support. The structure itself provides the necessary head clearance and positioning without requiring the lifter to manually adjust their head position.
5Ease of operation
If no chest support is provided during bent-over row, then the exercise can be performed, but the lifter may round their back increasing the risk of back injury
Solution Approach 1:
The device performs preliminary action by pre-positioning and supporting the lifter's chest and back in the correct alignment before the exercise begins. The chest support pad and back support are adjusted to establish proper spinal posture in advance, preventing back rounding during the exercise execution.
Data Source
AI summary
An exercise device configured to provide for a lifter performing a bent-over row exercise. The exercise device provides lower back support and stability to the lifter. Embodiments of the device may be attachable to an exercise rack or be configured as a standalone device. An embodiment of the exercise device may comprise an adjustable support pad configured to support the chest of a lifter. The adjustable support pad rotates about an axis to optimize comfort and alleviate lower back strain during bent-over row exercises.