TW201318670A - Adjustable abdominal exercise apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

An abdominal exercise device includes a support structure, a track movable relative to the support structure, a body support member movable relative to the support structure and track, and an adjustable base secured to the support structure. A locking mechanism attaches to the track, and selectively secures the track at a fixed orientation relative to the support structure. In a first state, the locking mechanism restricts the track from rotating relative to the support structure. In a second state, the locking mechanism allows the track to rotate relative to the support structure. In using the exercise device, the user may obtain any of three motions. A first motion is provided by sliding the body support member along the track. A second motion is provided by rotating the track relative to the support structure. A third motion is a combined motion in which the body support slides along the track and the track rotates relative to the support structure. The resistance of each of the three motions may be varied by selectively varying the Sip Factor of the system.

Description

Adjustable abdominal exercise device

The present invention is generally directed to systems and methods for exercising. More specifically, the present invention relates to systems and methods for exercising abdominal muscles.

As part of a healthy lifestyle, physicians and other health and fitness experts advise people to make exercise a part of people's daily lives. Comprehensive fitness programs can include both cardiovascular and strength training or resistance-based intensive training, and comprehensive fitness programs can target many different muscle groups. More and more, fitness experts recommend that people develop well-defined and strengthened "cores", not only because the firming of the stomach is considered ideal, but also because the health core promotes overall health and well-being.

Historically, exercise to strengthen the core muscles and strengthen the firm stomach has become a lot of exercise without using machines. For both sit-ups and knee-shoulders, care must be taken to exercise properly, otherwise the exerciser will be at risk of injury. Fitness equipment has also been developed to target abdominal muscles. For example, the fitness center and gym provide a variety of exercise devices that can be targeted by the core and that reduce the risk of injury to the user. Unfortunately, these machines are often large and difficult to operate. Therefore, such machines are often ineffective or impractical for personal home use.

A proposed solution for making core training equipment easy to use is described in U.S. Patent No. 7,611,445, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. The training equipment is marketed under the name AB COASTER. Brown reveals a sports machine that is intended to "work the abdominal muscles and the oblique muscles and separate the upper and lower abdominal muscles in a biometric intermediate position." In particular, the motion device described by Brown includes a front support member and a rear support member with a track extending between the front support member and the rear support member. The upper body support is attached to the front support and the skateboard including the knee brace slides along the track. The shape of the track can be curved.

In addition, other abdominal exercise devices or other exercise devices include U.S. Patent No. 7,232,404, U.S. Patent No. 7,455,633, U.S. Patent No. 7,485,079, U.S. Patent No. 7,585,263, U.S. Patent No. 7,611,445, U.S. Patent No. 7,651,446, U.S. Patent No. 7,662,076 Exercise devices such as those disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 7,731,637, U.S. Patent No. D 598,965, and U.S. Patent Publication No. 2007/0259760, and sports devices sold under the trade names "AB CIRCLE PRO" and "AB CIRCLE MINI" .

In one aspect of the invention, an exercise device is provided and can be used to exercise a group of abdominal muscles or other muscle groups. The abdominal motion device can include a support structure, a track that is movable relative to the support structure, a body support that moves along the length of the track, and an adjustable base that is secured to the support structure.

The track is rotatable relative to the support structure in accordance with aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The track is elongated in accordance with any aspect that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The track is curved according to aspects that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The track is tilted relative to the support structure in accordance with any aspect that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The body support is slidably disposed relative to the track in accordance with aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

According to aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the motion device includes a first foot support and a second foot support attached to the adjustable base.

At least one of the foot supports is vertically adjustable according to aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The motion device has an optional Sip coefficient configuration between 1.0 and 0.25, depending on the aspect that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The motion device has an optional Sip coefficient configuration between 0.98 and 0.86, depending on the aspect that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The motion device has an optional Sip coefficient configuration between 1.0 and 0.98, depending on the aspect that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The motion device has an optional Sip coefficient configuration between 0.86 and 0.5 depending on the aspect that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

According to aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the motion device includes a manual actuator that is secured to the first foot support or the second foot support. At least one of them.

The manual actuator is configured to vertically adjust at least one of the first foot support or the second foot support, depending on aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The motion device includes a manual actuator, a hydraulic actuator, a pneumatic actuator or an electric actuator that is fastened to the adjustable base according to any aspect that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more. .

The motion device includes one or more locking mechanisms in accordance with aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The locking mechanism selectively secures the track relative to the support structure at a fixed location or a fixed orientation, depending on aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The locking mechanism has an engaged state and a disengaged state in accordance with any aspect that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

The locking mechanism in the engaged state limits the rotational movement or other movement of the track relative to the support structure in accordance with any aspect or combination of other aspects herein, and the locking mechanism allows the track to be relative in the disengaged state. Rotate or otherwise move on the support structure.

According to aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the locking mechanism includes a pin for securing the track relative to the support structure.

The track of the motion device has at least two configurations depending on what can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

According to an aspect that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the track in the first configuration is linked to a body support that changes the body support relative to the support structure as it moves The position of the track.

According to an aspect that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the track in the second configuration is linked to a body support that changes the body support relative to the support structure as it moves Position, but the body support is in a constant position relative to the track as appropriate.

According to aspects which may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the track in the second configuration is linked to the body support, which is movable relative to the body during movement by the user The support structure simply rotates or performs a combined motion of the rotational motion and the translational motion relative to the support structure.

The body support member has three available motions, including a simple translational motion, a simple rotational motion, and a combination of translational motion and rotational motion, depending on aspects that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

In accordance with aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the motion device includes means for selectively moving the track relative to the support structure.

A member for selectively moving a track relative to a support structure in accordance with any aspect that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more Any combination of one or more locking mechanisms, handles or body supports is included.

The locking mechanism is disposed at the end of the track in accordance with any aspect that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

According to aspects which may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the locking mechanism is adjacent to the mounting station where the track is connected to the support structure.

The axis of rotation of the track is generally perpendicular to the track, depending on the aspect that can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more.

Depending on the aspect in which it can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the axis of rotation of the track is substantially tangent to the arc defined by the rotation of the track about the axis of rotation.

Depending on aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the method of exercising may include moving the body support member along the track.

The step of sliding the body support member along the track may include sliding the body support member to translate the body support member relative to the support structure of the track and the support track, depending on aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more. .

Depending on the aspect in which it can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the method of exercising can include rotating the track relative to the support structure.

Depending on the aspect in which it can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the method of exercising can include rotating the track relative to the support structure while also allowing the body support member to slide along the length of the track.

Depending on aspects that may be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the method of altering the configuration of the abdominal exercise machine may include selectively engaging or disengaging the locking mechanism.

Depending on the aspect in which it can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the step of engaging the locking mechanism can include or cause a rotational movement of the restraining track relative to the support structure.

Depending on the aspect in which it can be combined with any of the aspects herein or more, the step of disengaging the locking mechanism can include or cause the rail to be released from the locked position to enable the rail to rotate relative to the support structure.

As used in this specification and the appended claims, the term "Sip coefficient" shall be interpreted broadly to mean the cosine of the angle of the track assembly of the sliding core training device relative to the surface on which the track assembly is located. The Sip coefficient is determined by the intersection of the line and the reference plane, the line being defined by the two endpoints of the track formed by the point of contact between the base of the sliding core training device and the surface on which the base is placed. The Sip coefficient should be 1 if the line defined by the two ends of the track is parallel to the reference plane formed by the contact point between the base of the sliding core training device and the surface on which the base is placed.

In the embodiment illustrated in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the exercise device 100 having an adjustable Sip coefficient includes a support structure 102 and a track 104 that is secured relative to the support structure 102. The exercise device 100 also includes a body support member 106 that is configured to support a user The body is configured to selectively move relative to the track 104. The support structure 102, the track 104, and the body support member 106 can have a number of suitable configurations, shapes, components, or other features or combinations of the foregoing. For example, according to one aspect, the body support component 106 can be a skateboard that is adapted to operate as a knee or leg support.

Support structure 102 can have any number of suitable configurations. In the illustrated embodiment, for example, the support structure 102 is configured to support the track 104 and is configured to maintain the track 104 in a higher position relative to the surface on which the support structure 102 rests. For example, the support structure 102 can be placed on a floor or floor and the support structure 102 can cause the track 104 to remain relatively high relative to the floor.

The distance between the track 104 and the surface on which the support structure 102 rests is varied by the length of the track 104. For example, in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the track 104 can have a first end 108 and a second end 110. The first end 108 can be raised a greater distance relative to the second end, or vice versa. In the illustrated embodiment, for example, the line between the first end 108 and the second end 110 can be angled relative to the surface on which the support structure 102 rests. The amount of tilt is variable. For example, in one embodiment, the slope is between about ten degrees and about thirty degrees. However, in other embodiments, the slope can be less than about ten degrees or greater than about thirty degrees. In fact, in other embodiments, the first end 108 and the second end 110 may be raised by the same distance relative to the surface on which the support structure 102 rests, such that the inclination of the track 104 may be between about zero and about. Between ten degrees. In other embodiments, the slope of the track 104 can be increased, for example, between about thirty degrees and about sixty degrees. The tilt can also be selectively adjusted by the user.

The track 104 is further illustrated as having a curved shape that is upwardly concave. The type of bending and the degree of curvature in the track 104 can vary. For example, the track 104 can be curved and have a circular, parabolic, elliptical or any other curved shape, while in other embodiments, the track 104 can be straight or the track 104 can have an upwardly convex curved set. state. In some embodiments, the track 104 can have any combination of the foregoing. For example, the track 104 can have various curved or linear profiles along the length of the track 104. Thus, the curvature of the track 104 can transition between curved portions of different shapes or sizes and the curvature of the track 104 can transition between a straight portion, a convex portion or a concave portion, or any combination of the foregoing.

The curved or oblique orientation of the track 104 can provide the user with the ability to exercise the abdominal muscles in a manner similar to knee-shouldering or sit-ups but in a manner that maintains the proper form and reduces the risk of injury. In addition, during the traditional sit-up process, the user can "bounce" from the ground and also place the user's hand behind the user's head. The "bounce" effect uses momentum to complete sit-ups and can be used to pull the head forward. Therefore, momentum and muscles other than the abdominal muscles can be used to complete sit-ups. With the exercise device 100, the curved track and/or the inclined track 104 can reduce or eliminate the "bounce" effect and require the user to use the abdominal muscles, thereby more efficiently working the core muscle parts.

The track 104 can be raised from the surface by the support structure 102 in accordance with any number of different aspects. In the embodiment illustrated in FIGS. 1A and 1B, for example, the support structure 102 includes a base 112 and an upright support 114. The base 112 and/or the upright support 114 can be used to support or raise the track 104. In particular, the base 112 is configured to stabilize the motion device 100 in accordance with at least one aspect. In the illustrated embodiment, stability is provided since the base 112 includes opposing forefoot portions 116 and hindfoot portions 118 and a primary support member 120 between the forefoot portion 116 and the hindfoot portion 118. The forefoot portion 116 and the hindfoot portion 118 can extend laterally outward (see FIGS. 2A and 2B) to increase the lateral footprint of the exercise device 100. Thus, the force applied to the exercise device 100 (including the weight of the exercise device 100, the weight of the user using the exercise device 100, and the forces associated with the force applied by the user during use of the exercise device 100) It can be spread over a larger area, thereby stabilizing the exercise device 100 and the user, and reducing the risk that the user 100 will inadvertently cause the exercise device 100 to tip over.

As illustrated in Figures IA and IB, the configuration and height of the foot support 118 relative to the forefoot support 116 affects the Sip coefficient. As shown, the forefoot 116 is secured to the primary support member 120 via an adjustable directional support 117. Although the adjustable Sip factor can be achieved by securing both the hind foot support 118 and the forefoot support 116 to the primary support member 120 or other portion of the exercise device 100 via the adjustable directional support 117, for ease of explanation only Existing systems will be described as having only a single front directional support 117.

As illustrated in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the Sip coefficients of the motion device 100 are selectively modified by the adjustable orientation support 117. Specifically, by changing the connection point of the hindfoot 118 and the forefoot 116 relative to the motion device The height of the surface modifies the angular orientation of the primary support member 120 and the track 104, thereby modifying the Sip coefficient.

As detailed in FIG. 9, the adjustable directional support 117 includes an adjustment housing 900 that is secured to the forefoot 116 with a first end. The second end of the adjustment housing 900 is slidably attached to a sliding member 910 that defines a plurality of height selection apertures 912. As shown, the first end of the mating sliding member 910 is slidably attached to the adjustment housing 900 and the second end of the sliding member is secured to the primary support member 120. When the desired Sip coefficient is achieved by translating the sliding member 910 relative to the adjustment housing 900, the pin receiving aperture 902 defined by the adjustment housing 900 is aligned with the nearest height selection aperture 912 in the sliding member 910. When aligned, the pin 920 can be inserted through the aligned holes to fix the Sip coefficient. Optionally, the pin 920 is biased. For example, the pin 920 can include a spring loaded bearing. The bearing can be compressed by forcing pin 920 through one or both of holes 902, 912. The biased bearing can reduce the risk of the pin 920 being inadvertently displaced from the apertures 902, 912, but can be overcome by applying sufficient force on the pin 920.

Figure 10 illustrates how the modification of the adjustable directional support 117 changes the Sip coefficient. As illustrated in Figure 10, the Sip coefficient is the cosine of the angular orientation S of the track assembly of the sliding core training device relative to the surface on which the track assembly is located. In particular, as illustrated, the Sip coefficient is determined from the intersection V of the line 1010 and the reference plane 1000, the line 1010 being defined by the two endpoints of the tracks 108, 110 by the sliding core training device 116 The contact point between the base of 118 and the surface on which the base is placed is formed. Actuation and extension of the adjustable directional support member 117 will cause the base 112, The main support member 120 and the rail 104 are inclined. Therefore the angle S will increase and the Sip coefficient will decrease.

The slope and the number of resulting Sip coefficients can vary. For example, in one embodiment, the adjustable range of the tilt that can be changed by changing the adjustable orientation support 117 is between about ten degrees and about thirty degrees, resulting in a range of Sip coefficients. Between 0.98 and 0.86. However, in other embodiments, the slope can be varied to be between less than about ten degrees or greater than about thirty degrees. In fact, in other embodiments, the first end 108 and the second end 110 can be raised by the same distance relative to the surface on which the support structure 102 rests, such that the inclination of the track 104 can be between about zero and about ten. Between degrees, resulting in a Sip coefficient between 1 and 0.98. In other embodiments, the slope of the track 104 can be increased, for example, between about thirty degrees and about sixty degrees, resulting in a Sip coefficient ranging between 0.86 and 0.5. In yet another embodiment, the Sip coefficients can be selectively modified to be between 1.0 and 0.25.

Returning again to Figures 1A and 1B, the primary support member 120 is also curved and upwardly convex. It should be understood that the bending of the primary support member 120 is merely exemplary. In other embodiments, primary support member 120 can be, for example, substantially straight. In at least one aspect, bending the primary support member 120 can facilitate other surface elevation rails 104 that are placed relative to the base 112 of the floor or support structure 102.

The track 104 is supported directly or indirectly by the primary support member 120 as appropriate. For example, the convex lower side of the track 104 can be placed directly on the primary support member 120. However, in other embodiments, the track 104 can be phased The main support member 120 is displaced or raised. For example, in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the track support 122 is attached to the primary support member 120 and the track support 122 extends from the primary support member 120. The track 104 can then be attached at or near the distal end of the track support 122. The track 104 can thus be supported by the track support 122 in a manner such that the track 104 is held at a position offset or displaced from the base 112, which includes the primary support member 120. For example, the track 104 can be supported such that the track 104 is generally aligned with the direction of the primary support member 120, although this is not the case, or may be changed during use of the exercise device 100.

Track support 122 can have any suitable configuration, shape, or configuration. For example, although a single track support 122 is illustrated as extending from the base 112, this is merely exemplary. In other embodiments, the plurality of track supports 122 can extend from the base 112, or the one or more track supports 122 can support the track 104 without being attached to the base 112. For example, the track support 122 can directly engage the ground or other surface, cantilever support or otherwise support the track 104 from the upright support 114. The position and orientation of the track support 122 can also vary. For example, the track support 122 of FIGS. 1A and 1B is illustrated as being beveled relative to the vertical plane and generally perpendicular to the slope of the track 104. In other embodiments, the track support 122 can be at an acute or obtuse angle relative to the track 104, can have a substantially vertical orientation, or can be otherwise disposed.

In addition, in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the track support 122 is shown attached to the location near the center of the arcuate length of the track 104 as appropriate. Track 104. In other embodiments, the track support 104 can be offset any distance from the center of the track 104. For example, the track support can be positioned at or near the first end 108 and/or the second end 110 of the track 102 or between the first end 108 and the second end 110 Anywhere.

Optionally, the track 104 is coupled to or otherwise supported to the support structure 102 at a plurality of locations. For example, in FIGS. 1A and 1B , the support structure 102 includes an upright support 114 that extends at least partially in a vertical direction relative to the base 112 . The upright support 114 can include, for example, a raised structure 124 and a set of handles 126. The raised structure 124 can be coupled to the base 112 and the elevated structure 124 can extend at least partially in a vertical direction. The elevated structure 124 can be substantially vertical, can be inclined, can be curved, or have another structure or any combination of the foregoing. For example, in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the raised structure 124 is curved and angled such that the handle 126 extends from the base 112 in both the vertical and horizontal directions.

The handle 126 is optionally coupled to the raised structure 124 of the upright support 114, and the handle 126 can include a handle 128 for the user to grasp while using the exercise device 100. Although this is not necessarily the case, the handle 126 forms an upper body support that is fixed relative to the track 104. By securing the handle 126 relative to the track 104, the user can stabilize the upper body of the user and the user can concentrate on exercising the abdominal muscles.

The position of the handle 126 can be constant or adjustable. For example, in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the handle 126 is coupled to an adjustment member 127, the adjustment member 127 can be used to selectively adjust the height of the handle 126. In FIGS. 1A and 1B, the adjustment member 127 is coupled to the raised structure 124 and the adjustment member 127 can include a knob or other component that is rotatable to selectively disengage the handle 126, although ejector pins, clamps, or other Adjust the organization. After the adjustment member 127 is disengaged, the handle 126 can be slid or otherwise moved vertically upward or downward. The user can then re-engage the adjustment mechanism 127 to secure the handle 126 at the desired location. In one embodiment, the handle 126 slides within the channel bracket, although in other embodiments, a sleeve mechanism, gear mechanism, or other mechanism may be utilized within the scope of the present invention.

Handle 126 is pivotally attached to raised member 124 as appropriate. For example, the adjustment component 127 can additionally or alternatively be used to selectively pivot relative to the elevation component 124. When the adjustment member 127 is disengaged, the handle 126 can be allowed to pivot, and the step of engaging the adjustment member 127 can secure the handle 126 at the desired orientation relative to the raised structure 124.

The step of allowing the handle 126 to pivot between different positions allows the user to perform multiple types of movement or to isolate a particular muscle or muscle group. For example, in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the handle 126 is oriented such that the handle 128 is positioned above the first end 108 of the track 104. If the handle 126 is rotated such that the handle 128 is positioned closer to the center of the track 104, the user can be allowed to lean back, thereby targeting a completely different set of muscles. If the handle 126 is rotated forward such that the handle 128 is positioned prior to the first end 108 of the track 104, the user can lean forward, thereby targeting another muscle group.

Any suitable mechanism can be used to allow the handle 126 to pivot relative to the riser member 124. For example, the pivot pin 129 can extend through the handle 126 and The component 124 is raised. When the adjustment member 127 is disengaged, the handle 126 is free to rotate about the pivot pin 129. Hinds, links, or other structures that allow the handle 126 to rotate relative to the raised member 124 can also be used. Optionally, the handle 126 can pivot during use of the exercise device 100, thereby facilitating targeting of multiple muscle groups.

As illustrated in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the track 104 can be at least indirectly coupled to the upright support 114. For example, in at least one aspect, the locking mechanism 130 can selectively secure the track 104 relative to the upright support 114. In particular, in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the locking mechanism 130 connects the first end 108 of the track 104 to the raised structure 124 of the upright support 114. As discussed in greater detail herein, the locking mechanism 130 can vary between at least a first state and a second state. For example, the locking mechanism 130 can have a first engaged state and a second disengaged state in which the track 104 is selectively secured to the fixed position relative to the vertical support 114 at the second disengagement In the state, the track 104 is released and the track 104 is allowed to rotate or otherwise move relative to the vertical support 114.

Although FIGS. 1A and 1B illustrate the locking mechanism 130 securing the track 104 to the raised structure 124 of the upright support 114, it should be understood that this is only one embodiment. In other embodiments, for example, the locking mechanism 130 can selectively lock or otherwise connect the track 104 to the handle 126, the cross member 112, the forefoot portion 116 or the hindfoot portion 118, the track support 122, or to any other suitable component. Or component. Since the release of the locking mechanism 130 can allow the track to move relative to the support structure, the locking mechanism 130 is one example of a member for selectively moving the track relative to the support structure 102.

As also illustrated in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the body support member 106 can be slidably disposed relative to the track 104. According to at least one aspect, the body support member 106 is configured to receive a portion of the user's body and is configured to allow movement of the user's body relative to portions of the exercise device 100. The user can grasp the handle 126 of the support structure 102 to gain leverage to facilitate movement of the user's body and body support member 106, or the user can use the device without grasping the handle 126. In accordance with at least some embodiments, the user may facilitate or exercise on the body support member 106, place the leg or arm on the body support member 106, or otherwise place the portion of the user's body. Placed on the body support member 106.

According to one aspect, the user can lie on the body support member 106 such that the user faces the upright support 114. The body support member 106 can include a seat portion 132 on which the user places the user's knee or other portion of the body. In FIGS. 1A and 1B, the seat portion 132 is attached to a bracket 134 that slides relative to the track 104. For example, the bracket 134 can include a slider 136 that is coupled to the rail 104 and that facilitates movement along the rail 104. The slider 136 can roll or slide relative to the track 104. For example, the slider 136 can include a wheel, a ball bearing, a roller bearing, a rack pinion, or other element that rolls along the upper, lower, inner, or outer surface of the track 104. Additionally or alternatively, the slider 136 can include a link, a channel bracket, a belt buckle, a clutch mechanism, or other sliding structure.

The track 104 can be made from any of a number of different materials, including metals, plastics, composites, organic materials, or other materials or combinations of the foregoing. According to some aspects, the track may have a coating, a lubricant, or other material that promotes sliding of the bracket 134 relative to the track 104. For example, a coating having a relatively low coefficient of friction can be used to reduce friction between the slider 136 and the track 104 to provide a smoother sliding motion to the body support member 106.

The shape and/or orientation of the track 104 can also provide various benefits to the user. For example, with the track 104 tilted, the body support member 106 can change the rise along the length of the track 104. As the height of the body support member 106 increases, the user's body can counteract gravity, thereby contracting the abdominal muscles. The degree of abdominal muscle contraction or the contraction of the contracted muscles may also vary based on the position of the handle 126 such that different strength levels or movements may be based on whether the user is upright, leaning forward or backward. The body support member 106 can be configured to slide along all or a portion of the length of the track 104. In one aspect, the track 104 can include one or more stops 138 or the track 104 has been attached to the one or more stops 138. The stop 138 can be used to engage the bracket 134 or the slider 136 and can be used to limit movement of the body support member 106. For example, in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the stop 138 is positioned adjacent the first end 108 and the second end 110 of the track 104. More specifically, the body support member 106 is slidable relative to the track 104 and toward the second end 110 of the track 104. When the bracket 134 engages the stop 138, the body support member 106 can be restrained from moving further toward the second end 110 of the track 104, thereby reducing the chance that the body support member 106 will disengage the track 104 during movement. Similarly, when the body supports the parts The slider 136 can engage the stop 138 relative to the track 104 and sliding toward the first end 108 of the track 104. The stop 138 can be removable or the stop 138 can be excluded to allow the body support member 106 to move substantially along the track 104 over a full range. It is also not necessary to include a stop 138 at the first end 108 and the second end 110 of the track 104. For example, in some embodiments, the stop may be excluded because the handle 126 and/or the raised structure 124 of the upright support 114 may limit movement of the body support member 106.

Turning now to Figures 2A and 2B, the exercise device 100 of Figures 1A and 1B is illustrated in perspective and illustrates other exemplary aspects of the exercise device in accordance with the present invention. For example, in the illustrated embodiment, the track 104 is illustrated as being raised above the track support 122. As shown in Figures 2A and 2B, the track support 122 is coupled to the primary support member 120, and the primary support member 120 is in turn coupled to the two foot portions 116, 118 and/or the primary support member 120 from the two foot portions 116, 118 support. In the illustrated embodiment, the forefoot portion 116 and the hindfoot portion 118 are coupled to the primary support member 120 using mechanical fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and the like, although other mechanisms may be used in other embodiments. . For example, the foot portions 116, 118 can be welded to the primary support member 120 or the foot portions 116, 118 can be integrally formed as a single component using casting, die casting, machining, or other forming methods. Additionally, although the foot portions 116, 118 are illustrated as being separate, in some embodiments, a circular ring or other mechanism may completely enclose the primary support member 120.

The body support member 106 is also illustrated as including a seat portion 132 upon which a user can rest a portion of the user's body. In to In one less aspect, the seat portion 132 is adapted to be seated on or standing on the upper surface of the seat portion 132 and allows the user to comfortably position the user's knees, feet or legs in the seat portion. 132 on the upper surface. The seat portion 132 can be contoured to comfortably accommodate the user's legs. For example, in Figures 2A and 2B, the seat portion 132 includes two recesses 144 that are configured to generally conform to the contour of the legs.

When the user has placed the user's body on the seat portion 132, the user can then move the seat portion 132 back and forth along the track 140. To facilitate this movement, the track 104 includes two rails 140 that are engaged by a slider 136. The two guide rails 140 of Figures 2A and 2B have a curved arc shape that generally corresponds to the curved arcuate shape of the track 104 and/or at least partially defines the curved arc shape of the track 104. The rail 140 can also define a route along which the body support member 106 travels. The slider 136 can engage the rail 140 and the slider 136 can slide relative to the rails 140 thereby guiding the slider 136 and the bracket 134 along a path defined by the rail 140 and the track 104. While the illustrated embodiment shows a set of (two) rails 140 that help define a path of travel along at least a portion of the length of the track 104, this is exemplary, and in other embodiments, there may be a single rail or greater than Two rails.

In FIGS. 2A and 2B, the mounting table 142 is coupled to the rail 140. Mounting station 142 can be used for many purposes. For example, the mounting table 142 can be used to maintain the track 104 relatively high relative to the base 112 of the support structure 102. Optionally, the mounting table 142 is at least partially positioned between the rails 140. For example, the mounting table 142 can be shaped to be separated from the rail 140, and the mounting table 142 The rails 140 can be fastened, either directly or indirectly, in any suitable manner, such as by mechanical fasteners, welding, brazing, or other mechanisms or combinations of the foregoing. In another aspect, the mounting table 142 can be integrally formed from the rails 140 and/or the rails 104.

Mounting table 142 can be used to connect track 104 to track support 122. The manner of attachment may also allow the track 104 to be selectively moved relative to the track support 122 and/or the base 112 of the support structure 102. For example, in at least one aspect, the mounting table 142 can be pivotally coupled to the track support 122. Thus, the base 112 can remain in a relatively fixed position while the track 104 can be selectively rotated or otherwise moved relative to the base 112.

As discussed herein, the movement of the track 104 relative to the base 112 can be selective. For example, in at least one embodiment, a user can advance body support member 106 along the length of track 104. Using the user's core muscles, the user can maintain the track 104 in a relatively stationary position relative to the base 112. In some embodiments, the user maintains the track 104 stationary relative to the base 112. In other embodiments, the locking mechanism 130 can be used to maintain the track 104 at least partially stationary relative to the base 112.

3A and 3B illustrate the locking mechanism 130 of FIGS. 1A-2B in greater detail. In particular, FIG. 3A illustrates the locking mechanism 130 in a first state in which at least the first end 108 of the track 104 is substantially locked at a fixed position relative to the raised structure 124 of the support structure 102. . 3B illustrates the locking mechanism 130 in a second state in which the first end 108 of the track 104 is released and selectively moves the first of the track 104 relative to the raised structure 124 of the support structure 102. End 108.

More specifically, FIG. 3A illustrates a portion of the exercise device illustrated in FIGS. 1A-2B, and FIG. 3A specifically illustrates the lock mechanism 130. In the illustrated embodiment, the locking mechanism 130 is in close proximity to the first end 108 of the track 104, however this is merely exemplary. In other embodiments, for example, the locking mechanism 130 can be positioned at the second end of the track 104 at a location between the ends of the track 104 or to allow the track 104 to be selectively placed in one or more states. Any suitable location.

In FIG. 3A, the locking mechanism 130 includes a containment plate 146 that cooperates with a pin 148. In this embodiment, the containment plate 146 is secured between the two rails 140 of the track 104 and the containment plate 146 defines a first aperture 150. The first support member 124 of the support structure 102 includes a second hole 152, and the first hole 150 and the second hole 152 are positioned in the first hole 150 and the second hole 152 when the pin 148 is in the first position. Alignment, and thus simultaneous engagement of both the containment plate 146 and the first support member 124. Accordingly, the first aperture 150 and the second aperture 152 define a receptacle such that in the first position, the pin 148 can thereby limit movement of the first end 108 of the track 104 relative to the first support 124. For example, the pin 148 can be used to limit both rotational and translational movement of the track 104 relative to the first support 124.

The pin 148 is moveable between different positions. Thus, in at least some aspects, the pin 148 has a second position, which may also correspond to the second state of the locking mechanism 130. For example, in the second state, the locking mechanism 130 can allow the track 104 to rotate, translate, or otherwise move relative to the support structure 102. FIG. 3B illustrates an example of this second state of the locking mechanism 130. In the second state illustrated, the pin 148 has been from the first aperture 150 and the second aperture 152. Retracted. In this regard, the pin 148 has been interrupted while engaging both the track 104 and the first support member 124, and thus has been released from the motion limit position.

In one embodiment, the pin 148 need not be retracted from both the first aperture 150 and the second aperture 152 to allow the locking mechanism 130 to transition from the first state to the second state. For example, the pin 148 can be removed separately from the second aperture 152 to release the track 104 such that the track 104 is free to move relative to the support structure 102. The pin 148 is offset as appropriate. For example, the pin 148 can include a spring loaded bearing. The bearing can be compressed by forcing the pin 148 through one or both of the apertures 150, 152. The biased bearing can reduce the risk of the pin 148 being inadvertently displaced from the apertures 150, 152, but can be overcome by applying sufficient force to the pin 148.

As referred to herein, when the locking mechanism 130 transitions between the first state and the second state, the track 104 can also transition from the first engaged state to the second disengaged state. In the engaged state, the track 104 optionally has a substantially fixed position relative to at least some portions of the support structure 102. In the disengaged state, the track 104 can be released to move freely relative to the same portion of the support structure 102.

Figure 4 illustrates the exercise device 100 when the track 104 and the locking mechanism 130 are in separate disengaged states. In particular, in at least some aspects, the track 104 can be secured to the support structure 102 using a pivot. More specifically, in the illustrated embodiment, the track 104 includes a mounting station 142 that is attached to the track 104. The mounting table 142 can also be attached to the track support 122 (see Figures 1A-2B). The mounting table 142 can be coupled to the track support 122 about a rotational axis that is generally perpendicular to the track 104 as appropriate. Motion device 100 The user can twist the user's body left and right while not only exercising the left or right oblique muscle of the user using the exercise device 100, but also using the exercise device 100 to move the track 104 left and right, as shown in FIG. For example, the user can apply a force to the body support member 106 and/or the handle 126 to cause the track 104 to rotate left and right, and the user can perform the alternating between exercising the left oblique muscle and exercising the right oblique muscle. The user can also slide the body support member 106 along the track 104. Therefore, the user can exercise the oblique muscles while also performing a knee-like supine motion and exercising a plurality of different abdominal muscles. Since the user can use the handle 126 and/or the body support member 106 to provide leverage to selectively move the track, the handle 126 and the body support member 106 are each for selectively moving the track 104 relative to the support structure 102. An example of a component.

When the locking mechanism 130 is in the disengaged state, the user can rotate the track 104 relative to the support structure 102 to a particular angular orientation. Additionally, the user can then use the user's abdominal muscles to generally maintain the track 104 at a particular angular orientation while continuing to slide the body support member 106 along the track 104. For example, FIGS. 5A and 5B illustrate that the user performs abdominal motion on the exercise device 100 while the track 104 is in a disengaged state relative to the support member 102.

As shown in FIG. 5A, the user can grasp the handle 126 of the exercise device 100 with the user's hand. Using the user's oblique muscles, the user can rotate the track 104 to the position illustrated in Figure 5A. For example, the track 104 can be rotated about a rotational axis defined by the mounting platform 142. In the picture In an embodiment, the track 104 is rotated to an angular position at which the track is generally perpendicular to the lateral support 120 of the support structure 102, although the track 104 can be positioned at any other angular position. In particular, by modifying the Sip coefficient, the user can change the resistance experienced and modify the user's workout. Once the desired Sip coefficient is selected, the user can start many exercises.

After the user's knee is positioned on the body support member 106, the user can pull the handle 126 and the user can use the user's abdominal muscles to slide the body support member 106 along the entire length of the track 104. For example, a motion device 100 having a track 104 that is in approximately the same orientation relative to the support structure 102 is illustrated in Figures 5A and 5B; however, in Figure 5B, the body support member 106 is self-tracking along the track 104. The position near the second end 110 slides (see FIG. 5A) to a position closer to the first end 108 of the track 104.

Using the exercise device 100 described herein, the user can exercise each of the core muscle groups and the user can also isolate a particular core muscle group. For example, according to one aspect, the user can maintain the body support member 106 in a fixed position relative to the track 104 by rotating the track 104 relative to the support structure 102 such that the body support member 106 is also relative to the support structure 102. Move to isolate the user's oblique muscles. In another aspect, the user can isolate certain abdominal muscles by maintaining the track 104 at a fixed position relative to the support structure 102 and moving the body support member 106 relative to the track 104 and the support structure 102. In fact, since the track 104 is rotatable relative to the support structure 102 and the body support member 106 is slidable relative to the track 104, the exercise device 100 provides at least three exercise exercises, namely: (a) translational motion; (b) rotational motion; and (c) composite motion. During the compound motion, the user can simultaneously use the translational motion and the rotational motion provided by the motion device 100.

FIG. 6 schematically illustrates a exercise device 200 that a user may use to perform some of different exercise exercises. In the illustrated embodiment, the track 204 and body support member 206 can be at the first position 201a. If the track 204 is allowed to freely rotate about a rotational axis defined by the mounting platform 242, the track 204 and body support member 206 are free to move between positions 201a, 201b, and 201c. For example, the track 204 and the body support member 206 can be independently moved relative to each other and the support structure such that the user can maintain the body support member 206 at a relatively fixed position along the length of the track 204, while the track 204 rotates and The position 201b moves to the left and right between the position 201c. At this point, the body support member 206 can follow the curved arcuate path A-A. The curved path A-A may have a radius of curvature that is approximately equal to the distance between the body support member 206 and the mounting table 242. Thus, in at least one aspect, the track 204 and body support member 206 can be rotated relative to the support structure (see Figures SA and SB) while the body support member 206 remains substantially stationary relative to the track 204. Optionally, the axis of rotation of track 204 is oriented at an angle that is substantially tangential to arc A-A, which arc is defined by the rotation of the track about the axis of rotation.

As previously discussed, the body support member 206 can be allowed to slide or otherwise move along all or a portion of the length of the track 204, rather than maintaining the body support member 206 at a fixed position relative to the track 204. For example, in Figure 6, the track 204 can be at position 201a. When track 204 When substantially fixed at position 201a, body support member 204 can be moved along track 204 by following route B-B. When route B-B is illustrated as being substantially linear, it will be appreciated that the route may have other forms based on the invention herein. For example, the track 204 can be curved such that the route B-B can be curved, curved, or can take many other shapes and forms.

Routes A-A and Routes B-B are merely illustrative of some exemplary routes that may be employed by body support member 206. For example, such routes may illustrate movement of the body support member 206 relative to the structure of the support track 204. According to some aspects, route A-A and route B-B may also represent exemplary routes that are facilitated by maintaining at least one component of motion device 200 at a substantially constant position relative to another component. In particular, along the route A-A, the body support member 206 can be held at a substantially constant position relative to the track 204. Along the route B-B, the track 204 can be maintained at a substantially constant position relative to the support structure. These constant positions can be maintained by the user or the exercise device. For example, by using the user's core muscles, the user can maintain the track 204 at a constant position relative to the support structure, and/or the user can maintain the body support member 206 at a constant position relative to the track 204. Additionally or alternatively, the motion device can include a locking mechanism or other structure that can secure the track 204 to the support structure or the locking mechanism or other structure can be used to lock the body support member 206 along the length of the track 204 At a specific location.

In other aspects, the body support component 206 can follow an additional route, thereby allowing the user to isolate different muscles or exercise the abdominal muscles at different strengths. more In particular, by moving the body support member 206 relative to the track 204, and by moving the track 204 relative to the support structure, the actual path of the body support member 206 can vary between countless possibilities. Figure 6 illustrates two such options as route C-C and route D-D. In particular, route CC and route DD are generally mirror images of each other, and route CC and route DD illustrate an exemplary route if body support member 206 translates along track 204 and track 204 is at least partially defined by mounting station 242. The rotational axis rotates about twenty-five degrees and the body support member 206 can follow the exemplary routes. Thus route C-C and route D-D are obtained by combining the rotational motion of track 204 (e.g., route A-A) with the translational motion of body support member 206 (e.g., route B-B).

When the user uses the exercise device 200, the user can perform abdominal movements similar to sit-ups or knee-shoulders by positioning the user's body to the body support member 206 and using the abdominal muscles. More specifically, the abdominal muscles can be used to accelerate movement of the body support member 206 from the second end 210 of the track 204 to the first end 208 of the track while the user's knee is on the body support member 206. When route A-A, route B-B, route C-C, and route D-D are illustrated as extending in a single direction, complete cycling is accomplished by returning body support member 206 to the rest position. Although the return route can be the same as the start route, the return route can also be changed.

While the positions 201b and 201c of the track 204 are illustrated in FIG. 6 as being angularly offset from position 201a by about twenty-five degrees, it should be understood that this merely provides an example of the manner in which the user can use the described motion device. . For example, the track 204 can be rotated by any suitable amount, and this rotation can be greater or less At twenty-five degrees. For example, the user can rotate the track 204 about the axis of rotation by any amount between zero and ninety degrees, although in some embodiments, the track 204 can be rotated a full three hundred and sixty degrees. Additionally, body support member 206 can also be moved by any amount along the length of track 204.

In embodiments where the track 204 is rotatable relative to a respective support structure (eg, about a rotational axis through the mounting table 242), the track 204 can be coupled to the support structure using a pivot or other rotational coupling. In some embodiments, this connection may allow the track 204 to rotate about an axis that is substantially perpendicular to the track 204. In FIG. 6, the rotating shaft can extend through the mounting table 242, in this embodiment, the mounting table 242 is positioned along the track 204 and the mounting table 242 is positioned between the opposite first end 208 and the second end 210 of the track 204. For example, the length of the mounting table 242 and/or the rotating shaft relative to the track 204 can be substantially centered, although the position or axis of rotation of the mounting table 242 can vary.

For example, FIG. 7 schematically illustrates a motion device 300 having a track 304 that is rotatable about a rotational axis 341 at one end of the track 304. In this embodiment, the track 304 has opposing first and second ends 308, 310, and the axis of rotation 341 is adjacent to the second end 310 of the track 304. For example, the first end 308 of the track 304 can be positioned adjacent a support structure (eg, the vertical support 114 of FIG. 1A) that allows the user to balance the user himself. A mounting table 342 or other structure can provide a rotational axis 341 about the opposite second end 310 of the track 304. Thus, the user can use the user's core muscles, arms and/or legs to rotate the track 304 about a point near the second end 310 of the track 304, thereby also rotating the body support member 306.

In some embodiments, the mounting table 342 can be movable relative to the track 304. For example, a set screw or other mechanism can be used to selectively secure and release the mounting table 342 such that the mounting table 342 can move relative to the track 304. Thus, the user can change the position of the mounting table 342 relative to the track 304. Thus, the user can change the position around which the track 304 is rotated, and the user can also change other parameters, such as the slope of the track 304.

Even in embodiments where the mounting table 342 is movable along the length of the track 304, the track 304 can also be locked to selectively allow or limit rotation. For example, the locking mechanism can be positioned at the first end 308 of the track 304 and the locking mechanism can have various locking structures on the support structure to adjust various positions of the first end 308 relative to the support structure. In other embodiments, the locking mechanism can be placed at the second end 310 of the track. In other embodiments, the locking mechanism can be positioned at the mounting station 342. For example, if the locking mechanism is placed in the engaged state, the mounting table 342 can be restricted from rotating, thereby also limiting the rotation of the track 304.

FIG. 8 illustrates various features of the exercise device 400 in which the body support member 406 is coupled to the track 404. The body support member 406 can be configured to slide along all or a portion of the length of the track 404. For example, in Figure 8, the track is configured as a rail and the body support member 406 can be slid along a rail that uses rollers, bearings, links, and the like.

In some embodiments, the track 404 can also be configured to move in one or more ways. For example, in FIG. 8, the support structure can define or include a rail 443 along which the rail 404 can translate. In this embodiment, the guide rail 443 has a curved configuration; however, the guide rail 443 can be linear, S The shaped or rail 443 can have any other suitable shape or form. For example, in some embodiments, the track 304 can slide back and forth in any combination of the horizontal direction, the lateral direction, or the vertical direction or the above.

In FIG. 8, the mounting table 442 is coupled to the track 404. Mounting station 442 can also facilitate various movements with respect to track 404. For example, the mounting station 442 can facilitate rotational and/or translational motion of the track 404. In at least some embodiments, the mounting table 442 can slide along the entire length of the rail 443, thereby causing the track 404 to translate. For example, the mounting table 442 can include or be coupled to a roller, bearing, linkage, channel bracket, or other suitable mechanism to facilitate translational movement of the track 404 along the rail 443.

Optionally, the track 404 can also rotate. For example, in at least some embodiments, the mounting table 442 is coupled to a support structure. This connection can be a pivotal or rotary connection. Thus, the user may be able to rotate the track 404 about a rotational axis that is at least partially defined by the connection of the mounting table 442 to the support structure. For example, FIG. 8 illustrates an exemplary motion device 400 in which the track 404 translates along the rail 443 while also rotating about a rotational axis centered within the mounting table 442. More specifically, each of the available positions of the track 404 is illustrated as an imaginary line, and the available positions include locations at which the track 404 translates in the opposite direction along the rail 443 and at each of the mounting stations 442 Rotate at different angular positions.

As will be appreciated based on the present invention herein, the embodiment of Figure 8 provides the user with a variety of different exercise options. For example, such options may allow the user to isolate different abdominal muscle groups or other muscle groups in a customized and desired manner. In addition, by changing the track 104 to be placed relative to the motion device 100 The modification of the Sip coefficient of the starting angle of the surface, the gravity resistance can be ideally adjusted to train the target muscle group. For example, the user can combine different available motions of the body support member 406 and the track 404 in any of seven different ways. In particular, the user can: (i) translate the body support member 406; (ii) rotate the track 404; (iii) translate the track 404; (iv) translate the body support member 406 and rotate the track 404; (v) translate the body support Component 406 and translates track 404; (vi) rotates and translates track 404; and (vii) translates body support member while rotating and translating track 404, all of the above operations being operated with different Sip coefficients. Based on the present invention, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that the user's body can thus travel along a myriad of athletic routes by using one or more of the available motions provided by the exercise device 400.

Moreover, the exercise device 400 optionally includes one or more locking mechanisms, such as their locking mechanisms discussed herein. For example, a locking mechanism can be used to limit rotation of the track 404, translation of the track 404, translation of the body support member 406, rotation of the body support member 406, and the like. In some embodiments, multiple locking mechanisms can be used. For example, a locking mechanism can be placed adjacent the first end 408 of the track 404 and another locking mechanism can be placed adjacent the second end 410 of the track 404. The user can independently engage or disengage the various locking mechanisms. To illustrate, the locking mechanism at the first end 408 of the track 404 can be engaged to limit translational movement of the track 404 along the rail 443. A locking mechanism at or at the second end 410 can be used to limit the rotational movement of the track 404 about the axis of rotation within the mounting table 442.

Industrial availability

In general, the available training methods for strengthening the abdominal muscles of the person have traditionally included knee-shoulder or sit-ups, special equipment or household equipment. Sit-ups and knee-shoulders have been effective for a long time, but when frequently performed improperly, sit-ups and knee-shoulders can increase the likelihood of injury. In addition, by performing exercise using muscles rather than the abdominal muscles, one may inadvertently reduce the efficiency of such movements.

Special equipment may also be available, but the special equipment is often difficult to use or non-intuitive, and the special equipment is generally too costly for the consumer. Therefore, this special equipment is usually only found in fitness centers and gyms. The use of this equipment may be difficult not only because of the difficulty of operating the equipment but also because the user has to travel to and from the fitness center or gym.

Recently, home fitness products such as AB CIRCLE PRO, AB CIRCLE MINI and AB COASTER have been used for home use by consumers. While these products are intended to allow users to effectively strengthen and train the abdominal muscles, recent studies have shown that muscle activity and calorie consumption resulting from the use of such devices are far less than ideal. For example, a recent study was completed in which the subject of the study was exercise on the device, performing sit-ups and knee-shouldering, and also using each of AB CIRCLE PRO, AB CIRCLE MINI and AB COASTER. The subject matter of the invention. Use electromyography (EMG) hardware and software to record the current associated with muscle contraction, for rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis, big pectoral muscle, biceps, triceps, trapezius, and rectus femoris Measurement of each of the biceps femoris and gluteus maximus Peak and mean muscle activity. The participants' heart rate and oxygen consumption were measured and calorie expenditure was calculated for each case.

Based on this study, the muscle activation using the device of the present invention far exceeds the muscle activation of AB CIRCLE PRO, AB CIRCLE MINI and AB COASTER, and the muscle activation using the device of the present invention also exceeds the muscle activation of sit-ups and knee-shoulders. . For example, in the case where the body support member has a compound left and right rotational motion and a translational sliding motion along the track, it is found that the motion on the device of the present application activates 44% more total muscle than the AB CIRCLE MINI and is more than the AB CIRCLE PRO. Activate 37% of total muscle. It has also been found that the use of the device of the present invention activates 34% more muscle activation than AB COASTER, even when the AB COASTER participant uses a composite sliding and rotational motion. Metabolic measurements also showed that the user of the device of the present application significantly consumed more heat than the users of any of AB CIRCLE PRO, AB CIRCLE MINI and AB COASTER. For example, participants using the device of the present invention consume 33% more heat than users of AB CIRCLE MINI and 35% more heat than users of AB CIRCLE PRO.

The exercise device of the present application thus allows the user to perform simple and intuitive movements while providing more muscle activation and calorie expenditure than other available products. In particular, according to embodiments disclosed herein, the adjustment of the Sip coefficients provides increased resistance to the orientation. In particular, the combination of the variable Sip coefficient and the rotational variability of the track 104 provides focus and increased resistance to the user's oblique muscles, back, chest and arms. In addition, because the exercise device uses gravity and/or defined sliding routes to exercise the core muscles, The user can safely exercise without applying excessive stress to the joints or muscles. Accordingly, the device of the present application includes an easy-to-use, domestic or commercial exercise device for any person (especially trying to adjust or strengthen the upper and lower abdominal muscles, buttocks fat, shaping the body, or any combination of the foregoing) The use of them can be ideal.

The exercise device of the present invention can be used not only to enhance the abdominal strength of a user who is out of shape and overweight, but also for a person who wishes to maintain health or prevent a decline in strength. The disclosed exercise device can also be used to exercise, strengthen, and adjust muscle groups other than the abdominal muscles, including the user's arms, legs, and upper back and lower back muscles.

The degree of contraction of the abdominal muscles or the isolation of the contracted muscles may also vary based on the position of the adjustable forefoot and may vary depending on the Sip coefficient. In particular, the amount of resistance experienced by the user due to gravity increases as the Sip coefficient decreases. As the angle of the track increases relative to the surface, the Sip coefficient decreases and the gravity resistance experienced by the user increases. In addition, as the Sip coefficient decreases, the user will exercise different muscles. As the Sip coefficient decreases, the user will utilize additional back muscles, chest muscles, and arm muscles to overcome the increased gravity resistance. In this manner, the combination of the ability to rotate the track and change the Sip coefficient provides the user with the ability to target any number of muscle groups by providing rotational flexibility and the ability to change gravity resistance by varying the Sip coefficient. In particular, the user is allowed to target the core oblique muscle.

As detailed above, the Sip coefficients are determined by manual actuation of the directional support. However, the surface of the track is fixed relative to the surface on which the moving device rests. This can be achieved using any number of mechanical actuation systems, hydraulic actuation systems, pneumatic actuation systems, or electric actuation systems.

While the device of the present application can provide resistance primarily based on the weight of the user, the resistance can be increased by adding one or more resistance components. For example, a resistance band, a spring, a pneumatic component, a vibrating device, and the like can extend along the track and/or between the track and the support structure to resist translational movement of the body support member or rotational movement of the track. Heavy objects can also be attached to increase resistance. As described, the support structure includes an adjustable height mechanism that allows the forefoot portion and/or the hindfoot portion to rise above the ground, thereby changing the Sip coefficient for the modified resistance and directional motion.

Additionally, while some devices in accordance with the present application may use a locking mechanism such as a pin to transition between different states or configurations, the locking mechanism may take the form of any of a number of different forms. For example, the pin can have a threaded configuration such that the pin engages a mating thread within one or more corresponding threaded holes. The shrinkable pin can also be replaced by another configuration. For example, inserts and sprockets, ratchets, clutches, tensioning straps, clamps, knobs, lugs, ejector pins, pin and yoke combinations, spring release mechanisms, stops, any other locking mechanism, or the foregoing may be used. a combination of people. Optionally, the collapsible pin or other locking component can be accompanied by a tether, a strap or other retainer that can be used to directly or indirectly connect the locking component to the track or support structure, thereby reducing the inadvertent removal of the locking component and / or the risk of misplacement.

Thus the device disclosed herein allows the user to select which exercise to perform, which muscle group to target, and the intensity and difficulty of the exercise being performed. In addition, the device provides safe and effective abdominal movements, back movements, leg movements and arm movements, making the exercise device ideal for home use and commercial use.

100‧‧‧ sports equipment

102‧‧‧Support structure

104‧‧‧ Track

106‧‧‧ body support parts

108‧‧‧ first end

110‧‧‧ second end

112‧‧‧Base

114‧‧‧Upright support/vertical support

116‧‧‧Forefoot part/forefoot support

117‧‧‧Adjustable directional support

118‧‧‧ hind foot part/rear foot support

120‧‧‧Main support parts/transverse supports

122‧‧‧Track support

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201a‧‧‧ first position

201b‧‧‧Location

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204‧‧‧ Track

206‧‧‧ body support parts

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304‧‧‧ Track

306‧‧‧ body support parts

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124‧‧‧High structure/first support

126‧‧‧Handle

127‧‧‧Adjustment parts

128‧‧‧handle

129‧‧‧ pivot

130‧‧‧Locking mechanism

132‧‧‧Seat section

134‧‧‧ bracket

136‧‧‧Sliding parts

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140‧‧‧rails

142‧‧‧Installation table

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146‧‧‧ containment board

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150‧‧‧ first hole

152‧‧‧ second hole

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341‧‧‧Rotary axis

342‧‧‧Installation table

400‧‧‧ sports equipment

404‧‧‧ Track

406‧‧‧ body support parts

408‧‧‧ first end

410‧‧‧ second end

442‧‧‧Installation table

443‧‧‧rails

900‧‧‧Adjust the outer casing

902‧‧‧ pin storage hole

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912‧‧‧ Height selection hole

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Line 1010‧‧

V‧‧‧ intersection

B-B‧‧ route

D-D‧‧‧ route

1A is a side elevational view of a motion device in a low Sip coefficient configuration in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 1B is a side view of a motion device in a high Sip coefficient configuration in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2B is a perspective view of the motion device in the low Sip coefficient configuration of Figure 1A; Figure 2B is a perspective view of the motion device in the high Sip coefficient configuration of Figure 1B; Figure 3A is a partial perspective view of the motion device of Figures 1A to 2B Figure 3A shows a locking mechanism in the engaged state; Figure 3B is a partial perspective view of the moving device of Figures 1A to 2B and Figure 3B illustrates the locking mechanism in the disengaged state; Figure 4 is the top of the moving device of Figure 1A View, the motion device has a rotatable track; FIGS. 5A and 5B are perspective views of the motion device of FIG. 1A, the motion device is used by a user to rotate the track and translate the body support member along the track; Figure 6 illustrates a motion device that provides at least three motions in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention; Figure 7 illustrates a motion device having a rotatable track in accordance with another embodiment of the present invention; and Figure 8 illustrates a moving device having a track and a slidable body support member, the body track being translatable and rotatable; FIG. 9 illustrating a partially exploded perspective view of the adjustable directional support; FIG. 10 illustrating the motion device of FIG. 1A in a lower position and Figure 10 further illustrates the Sip coefficient calculation.

200‧‧‧ sports equipment

201a‧‧‧ first position

201b‧‧‧Location

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204‧‧‧ Track

A-A‧‧‧ curved route

C-C‧‧‧ route

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Claims (20)

A motion device comprising: a support structure; a track secured relative to the support structure, the track having a rotational axis, the track being configured to selectively rotate about the rotational axis; a body support a member, the body support member being movable along the track and at least partially supported by the track; and a vertically adjustable base secured to the support structure. The exercise device of claim 1, further comprising: a first foot support, the first foot support attached to the adjustable base; and a second foot support, the A second foot support is attached to the adjustable base; wherein at least one of the first foot support and the second foot support is vertically adjustable. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the exercise device has an optional Sip coefficient configuration between 1.0 and 0.25. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the exercise device has an optional Sip coefficient configuration between 0.98 and 0.86. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the exercise device has an optional Sip coefficient configuration between 1.0 and 0.98. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the exercise device has an optional Sip coefficient configuration between 0.86 and 0.5. The exercise device of claim 2, further comprising: a manual actuator fastened to at least one of the first foot support or the second foot support Wherein the manual actuator is configured to vertically adjust the at least one of the first foot support or the second foot support. The exercise device of claim 1, further comprising one of a manual actuator, a hydraulic actuator, a pneumatic actuator or an electric actuator fastened to one of the adjustable bases By. The exercise device of claim 1, further comprising: a locking mechanism that is at least selectively secured to the track, wherein the locking mechanism has an engaged state and a disengaged state. The exercise device of claim 9, wherein: in the engaged state, the locking mechanism substantially restricts rotation of the track about the axis of rotation; and in the disengaged state, the track selectively rotates about the axis of rotation. The exercise device of claim 1 wherein the track is pivotally secured to the support structure. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the track defines an arcuate translational path for the body support member. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the axis of rotation is substantially centered along a length of one of the tracks. The motion device of claim 1, wherein the track defines a first route, and the rotation of the track about the axis of rotation defines a second route, and The at least one third route is defined, and the third route combines the first route and the second route. The motion device of claim 1, wherein the track defines a route such that the axis of rotation of the track extends in a direction that is substantially perpendicular to the route defined by the track and the direction is substantially An arc is tangent defined by the rotation of the orbit about the axis of rotation. An exercise device comprising: a support structure; an arcuate track pivotally fastened relative to the support structure, the track having a rotational axis, the track being configured to selectively surround the Rotating the shaft; a body support member movable along the rail and at least partially supported by the rail; and a vertically adjustable base secured to the support structure, the vertically adjustable base The vertically adjustable base includes a first foot support and a second foot support, the first foot support being attached to the adjustable base, the second foot support being attached to the The modulating base, wherein at least one of the first foot support and the second foot support is vertically adjustable; wherein the motion device has an optional Sip coefficient configuration between 1.0 and 0.25. The exercise device of claim 16, further comprising an actuator secured to at least one of the first foot support or the second foot support; Wherein the actuator is configured to vertically adjust the at least one of the first foot support or the second foot support. The exercise device of claim 17, wherein the actuator comprises one of a manual actuator, a hydraulic actuator, a pneumatic actuator or an electric actuator. The exercise device of claim 16, further comprising: a locking mechanism that is at least selectively secured to the track, wherein the locking mechanism has an engaged state and a disengaged state; wherein the engagement In the state, the locking mechanism generally limits rotation of the track about the axis of rotation, and in the disengaged state, the track selectively rotates about the axis of rotation. An exercise device comprising: a support structure; an arcuate track pivotally fastened relative to the support structure, the track having a rotational axis, the track being configured to selectively surround the Rotating shaft rotation; a body support member movable along the rail and at least partially supported by the rail; a vertically adjustable base fastened to the support structure, the vertical The adjustable base includes a first foot support, a second foot support and an actuator, the first foot support being attached to the adjustable base, the second foot support attached To the adjustable base, the actuator is fastened to the first foot support or the second foot support At least one of the actuators configured to vertically adjust the at least one of the first foot support or the second foot support; and a locking mechanism that is at least selectively Fastened to the track, wherein the locking mechanism has an engaged state and a disengaged state; wherein in the engaged state, the locking mechanism generally limits rotation of the track about the axis of rotation, and in the disengaged state, the track is selectively Rotating around the axis of rotation; wherein the motion device has an optional Sip coefficient configuration between 1.0 and 0.25.