Radial Suspension Ring Exercise Device for Core Training
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for an exercise device that allows users to effectively work their core, abdominal, and upper body muscles without the limitations of expensive, bulky, and space-consuming equipment, while offering additional exercises, ranges of motion, and positions, and being portable and low in cost.
Innovation Solution
A body suspension exercise device comprising pads, straps, a ring with a mounting bracket, and a rope, where the pads are arranged radially, allowing users to suspend their legs and perform exercises by tightening the straps and suspending the device from a structure, enabling a variety of core, abdominal, and upper body exercises with minimal space requirements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional exercise equipment is used to work core, abdominal, and upper body muscles, then exercise effectiveness is improved, but device size and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The exercise device is segmented into separate functional components: a suspension ring, multiple exercise straps with handles, and attachment points. This allows the equipment to be stored compactly when not in use while providing comprehensive exercise coverage when deployed
Solution Approach 2:
The suspension ring serves multiple functions: it acts as an anchor point for various straps, provides a handhold for exercises, and can be used independently for bodyweight exercises. The straps can be configured for different exercise types, making the system versatile for core, abdominal, and upper body training
2Adaptability or versatility
If traditional exercise equipment is used to work core, abdominal, and upper body muscles, then exercise effectiveness is improved, but manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device uses simple, inexpensive materials such as webbing straps, plastic or metal rings, and basic handles. These components are manufactured using straightforward processes and can be produced at low cost while maintaining sufficient durability for exercise use
Solution Approach 2:
By designing a multi-functional system where a single suspension ring and set of straps can perform multiple exercise functions, the need for multiple separate expensive equipment pieces is eliminated, reducing overall manufacturing cost while maintaining exercise effectiveness
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional exercise equipment is used to work core, abdominal, and upper body muscles, then exercise range of motion is improved, but portability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The equipment is divided into lightweight, separable components that can be easily transported and stored. The straps and handles can be detached from the suspension ring, allowing users to carry only the necessary components and reducing overall weight for portability
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a body suspension exercise device primarily comprised of at least one pad, at least one strap, at least one ring with at least one mounting bracket and at least one clip, and at least one rope. In the preferred embodiment, the device has a plurality of pads attached to one another in a radial fashion, wherein the ring encloses the pads. A user can insert their legs into the pads, wherein the pads can then be tightened by the strap. The ring further receives a rope that allows the device to be suspended from an object or structure. Therefore, a user can suspend their legs using the device and perform a plurality of core, abdominal, and upper body exercises.