Adjustable Exercise Belt With Padded Support for Gluteal Training
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing exercise equipment lacks versatility and specificity for effectively targeting muscle groups like the gluteal muscles, particularly for home use.
Innovation Solution
An exercise belt with a padded portion and adjustable straps, featuring VELCRO fasteners and slits, allowing for customizable length adjustment and structural support, designed for exercises targeting gluteal muscles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If existing exercise equipment is used, then general exercise can be performed, but versatility and specificity for targeting muscle groups like gluteal muscles is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The exercise belt is divided into functional segments: a padded portion for gluteal support, adjustable straps for customization, and VELCRO fasteners for secure attachment. This segmentation allows each component to serve a specific function while maintaining overall simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The exercise belt is designed to be multi-functional for home use, targeting gluteal muscles while also being adaptable for other exercise needs. The adjustable straps and VELCRO fasteners enable the same belt to serve multiple purposes across different exercise routines.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the belt is made adjustable with VELCRO fasteners and slits, then customizable length adjustment is achieved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The belt incorporates dynamic adjustment capabilities through VELCRO fasteners and slits that allow the user to modify the belt length and configuration during or after purchase. This dynamic adaptability is achieved through simple, reversible fastening mechanisms rather than complex adjustable structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The VELCRO fasteners and slits are designed to be easily adjusted by the user without requiring tools or complex mechanisms. The self-fastening nature of VELCRO and the simple slit geometry enable users to customize the belt length independently, reducing the need for professional assembly or complex adjustment systems.
3Reliability
If the pad is coupled with the strap at intermediate points, then support for gluteal muscles is enhanced, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The support system is segmented into distinct components: the padded portion attached to the belt, the strap extending from the pad, and the VELCRO fasteners. This segmentation allows each component to be manufactured and assembled separately, simplifying the overall manufacturing process while maintaining effective gluteal support through the distributed attachment points.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Provides effective and adjustable support for gluteal muscle exercises, enhancing workout effectiveness and convenience for home use.
Implementation Method 1
The exercise belt may include a first VELCRO portion coupled with belt at the first belt end; a second VELCRO portion coupled with the belt adjacent with the first belt end; a first VELCRO portion coupled with belt at the second belt end; a second VELCRO portion coupled with the belt adjacent with the second belt end
Data Source
AI summary
An exercise belt includes an elongated belt, a padded portion, a strap, and first and second rings. The padded portion has a length less than a length of the elongated belt. The elongated belt is stitched with the padded portion at a point other than at first and second opposing ends of the elongated belt. The first and second rings are identical and are coupled to the first and second opposing ends of the elongated belt. The strap is disposed between the elongated belt and the padded portion which may provide additional structural support. The length of the elongated belt may be shortened by respectively routing the first and second opposing ends through first and second slits in the elongated belt and then respectively coupling the first and second opposing ends to corresponding hook and loop fasteners adjacent to each of the first and second opposing ends.