Multipurpose Leg Press Attachment for Squat Rack
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional fitness equipment, such as leg press machines, is often large, expensive, and limited in the variety of exercises it can perform, making it neither space-effective nor cost-effective for fitness facilities, while existing squat rack attachments also have limited functionality.
Innovation Solution
A multipurpose weight training device that can be easily attached to a squat rack, convertible to perform various exercises like a sled, leg press, back row, and step, utilizing common fitness equipment to reduce the need for repetitive equipment and optimize space usage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional leg press machines are used, then exercise functionality is provided, but floor space consumption increases and cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies multi-functionality by designing a single attachment that can perform multiple exercises (leg press, sled push, back row, step) on one platform, eliminating the need for separate machines for each exercise and significantly reducing floor space requirements
Solution Approach 2:
The attachment is divided into modular components including a platform, frame, and detachable arms that can be configured differently for various exercises, allowing one device to replace multiple pieces of equipment
2Adaptability or versatility
If traditional leg press machines are used, then exercise functionality is provided, but cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment provides multiple exercise functions (leg press, sled push, back row, step) through a single versatile design, eliminating the need to purchase separate machines for each exercise and reducing overall equipment investment
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the functionality of multiple separate exercise machines into one integrated attachment system, combining leg press, sled, back row, and step features into a single cost-effective unit
3Area of stationary object
If multipurpose squat rack attachments are used, then space efficiency is improved, but exercise variety is limited by attachment design
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment incorporates detachable and reconfigurable components including removable arms and adjustable platform configurations that allow dynamic reconfiguration for different exercises, expanding exercise variety while maintaining space efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The attachment uses modular segmented components that can be reconfigured for different exercises, allowing the same physical structure to adapt to multiple exercise types and overcome the limitations of fixed attachments
Data Source
AI summary
A leg press attachment which is configured to be engaged with a squat rack, and thereafter used to perform many different exercises. The leg press attachment is engageable with hooks on the squat rack such that the leg press attachment pivots during use relative to the squat rack yet includes at least one stop for limiting the extent of its pivoting relative to the squat rack. Preferably, the device can be removed from the hooks and engaged directly with the squat rack, during which time the at least one stop secures the device relative to the squat rack. Preferably, the leg press attachment is also configured such that it can be removed from squat rack, and converted to a sled for pushing along the floor.