DE102019002359A1 - Device for sports, games, fitness, rehabilitation or training, a method for doing sports, playing, therapy, rehabilitation or training and a corresponding use - Google Patents

Abstract

Disclosed is a device for sports, games, fitness, therapy, rehabilitation or training, which has: a support element, wherein the support element is flexible or bendable or kinkable at least at a plurality of points; the support member having a first end and a second end; wherein the support element can be connected at the first end or in the region of the first end to a wall, a ceiling or to a branch or other suspension device; wherein the support element can be connected to a load at the second end or in the region of the second end; the apparatus further comprising: a first target having a length of 15 to 35 cm; a second target which is 35 to 55 cm in length; a third target which is 40 to 60 cm in length; and wherein the first target, the second target and the third target are held by the support element or are attached thereto or are attachable thereto; wherein the first target is located closer to the first end than the second target and than the third target; the second target being closer to the first end than the third target; wherein the device has a target area, wherein the target area extends along the support member, and wherein the target area comprises at least the first target, the second target and the third target; whereby the device has no load in the target area.

Description

The present invention relates to a device for sports, games, fitness, rehabilitation or training, a method for playing sports, playing, therapy, rehabilitation or training and a corresponding use.

Conventional training devices have the disadvantage that they only offer limited training options due to construction-related restrictions such as inertia, restriction of mobility due to a disadvantageous type of attachment or installation of the device and the choice of material. In addition, many conventional training devices are only suitable for mobile use to a limited extent due to their dimensions and / or mass, such as outdoor applications.

Generic training devices are from the publications US 8,273,000 B2 , US 2003/0125 168 A1 and DE 20 2007 015 910 U1 known.

The object of the present invention is therefore to provide a device for sport, play, fitness, rehabilitation, therapy or training which improves, intensifies and / or varies the training method compared to conventional devices. Furthermore, a corresponding method and use should be provided.

The object is achieved by the device according to the invention according to claim 1, the method according to claim 11 and the use according to claim 12. Advantageous embodiments are the subject of the dependent claims.

• ein Tragelement, vorzugsweise ein Spanngurt oder ein Seil,
• wobei das Tragelement wenigstens an einer Mehrzahl von Stellen flexibel oder biegbar oder knickbar ist;
• wobei das Tragelement ein erstes Ende und ein zweites Ende aufweist;
• wobei das Tragelement am ersten Ende oder im Bereich des ersten Endes mit einer Wand, einer Decke oder mit einem Ast oder einer anderen Aufhängungseinrichtung verbindbar ist;
• wobei das Tragelement am zweiten Ende oder im Bereich des zweiten Endes mit einer Last, vorzugsweise einer Hantel, einem Gewicht, einer Sporttasche oder einem Trainings- oder Sportutensil oder einem wasserfesten Beutel der z.B. Outdoor vor Ort mit Wasser, Sand oder ähnlichem gefüllt wird, verbindbar ist;
• wobei das Gerät ferner aufweist:
  • ein erstes Target, welches eine Länge von 15 bis 35 cm, vorzugsweise 20 bis 30 cm, aufweist;
  • ein zweites Target, welches eine Länge von 35 bis 55 cm vorzugsweise 40 bis 50 cm, aufweist;
  • ein drittes Target, welches eine Länge von 40 bis 60 cm, vorzugsweise 45 bis 55 cm, aufweist; und
  • wobei das erste Target, das zweite Target und das dritte Target vom Tragelement getragen oder gehalten werden oder daran befestigt sind oder daran befestigbar sind;
  • wobei das erste Target näher am ersten Ende angeordnet ist als das zweite Target und als das dritte Target;
  • wobei das zweite Target näher am ersten Ende angeordnet ist als das dritte Target;
  • wobei das Gerät einen Targetbereich aufweist,
  • wobei sich der Targetbereich entlang des Tragelements erstreckt, und
  • wobei der Targetbereich wenigstens das erste Target, das zweite Target und das dritte Target umfasst;
  • wobei das Gerät im Targetbereich keine Last aufweist, welche eine Masse von 200 g oder mehr, vorzugsweise 100 g oder mehr, insbesondere 50 g oder mehr, aufweist; und
  • wobei am Gerät im Targetbereich vorzugsweise keine Last befestigt oder angebracht ist, welche eine Masse von 200 g oder mehr, vorzugsweise 100 g oder mehr, insbesondere 50 g oder mehr, aufweist.

A device for sports, games, fitness, therapy, rehabilitation or training is claimed, which has:

• a support element, preferably a tension belt or a rope,
• wherein the support element is flexible or bendable or kinkable at least at a plurality of points;
• the support member having a first end and a second end;
• wherein the support element can be connected at the first end or in the region of the first end to a wall, a ceiling or to a branch or other suspension device;
• wherein the support element at the second end or in the area of the second end can be connected to a load, preferably a dumbbell, a weight, a sports bag or a training or sports utensil or a waterproof bag which is for example filled outdoors on site with water, sand or the like is;
• the device further comprising:
  • a first target having a length of 15 to 35 cm, preferably 20 to 30 cm;
  • a second target having a length of 35 to 55 cm, preferably 40 to 50 cm;
  • a third target which has a length of 40 to 60 cm, preferably 45 to 55 cm; and
  • wherein the first target, the second target and the third target are carried or held by the support element or are attached thereto or are attachable thereto;
  • wherein the first target is located closer to the first end than the second target and than the third target;
  • the second target being closer to the first end than the third target;
  • wherein the device has a target area,
  • wherein the target region extends along the support element, and
  • wherein the target area comprises at least the first target, the second target and the third target;
  • wherein the device has no load in the target area which has a mass of 200 g or more, preferably 100 g or more, in particular 50 g or more; and
  • wherein preferably no load is attached or attached to the device in the target area, which has a mass of 200 g or more, preferably 100 g or more, in particular 50 g or more.

Between two adjacently arranged targets (hit targets / hit surfaces), the support element has a kink (“intended kink”) at which the support element can bend or collapse in the event of a blow or kick or lever by the exercising person. According to the invention, the “region of the first end” comprises a region from the first end to the target region (target region not included). Analogously, the “region of the second end” means a region from the second end to the target region (target region not included).

It is essential to the invention that the support element is flexible at least at the points between the targets, preferably over the entire target area, and can bend in or off, thereby causing an opponent to move when he is hit at the corresponding point (pulling back and / or buckling ) is simulated. In addition, the device swivels once it is out its rest position was deflected by a blow or kick, back roughly in the direction of the training person, so that the training person has to adjust to the new situation and, if necessary, must or can place a new blow. As a result, the training situation changes continuously, which improves the training effect, especially compared to comparatively static conventional training equipment such as a punching bag, and creates completely new training situations that are much closer to a living opponent than was the case with conventional training equipment.

It is also essential to the invention in the claimed device that the targets have a length which corresponds to the length of that part of the body to which the respective target is assigned. According to the invention, the “length” means the dimension of the target or the body part in the vertical. This corresponds to the clear height.

Thus, the first target has a length which corresponds at least approximately to the length of the head of the person exercising. The second target has a length which corresponds at least approximately to the length of the upper body (approximately neck to belt height) of the person exercising. The third target has a length which corresponds at least approximately to the length of the thigh or the leg of the person exercising.

In relation to the kinks located between the targets, this means that the arrangement of the kinks essentially corresponds to the arrangement of the corresponding joints of a human body (e.g. neck, belt height / hips, knees). The distances between the kinks in turn essentially correspond to the distances between the human joints.

The device according to the invention is not limited to providing the exact lengths of the body parts. In principle, the lengths of the targets should be identical to those of the corresponding body parts, as described above. However, the device can still be used for the purpose according to the invention and achieves the effects according to the invention if the respective lengths of the target and body part differ from one another by 15 cm or less, preferably by 10 cm or less, in particular by 5 cm or less.

In addition, the dimensions of the body parts of the exercising person's own body can be deviated from according to the invention if the exercising person wants to train for a duel with an opponent whose body size and thus the respective lengths differ from those of their own body. In such a case, the body dimensions of the opponent can also be used as a basis for determining the lengths of the targets. The distance between two adjacent targets is preferably not more than 8 cm, preferably not more than 5 cm, in particular not more than 3 cm.

The conscious vertical structuring of the target regime of the device according to the invention achieved in this way makes it possible to provide a training device tailored to one's own body or that of an opponent. In this way, especially in connection with the flexibility of the support element explained above, the training effect can be achieved in terms of accuracy, focusing, concentration, eye-arm-leg coordination, body-brain processing speed, reaction, stamina, resilience, adaptability and differentiation of sub-areas of the exerciser.

Furthermore, due to the flexibility of the support structure in connection with the length restrictions of the preferably elastic, but essentially dimensionally stable targets for easy transport and space-saving storage when not in use, the device according to the invention can be virtually folded up and, when folded, has small transport and storage dimensions, especially one small overall length in the range of about 60 cm, which is determined by the length of the third target.

Embodiments of the device according to the invention with three targets are particularly suitable for training people of smaller body size, such as children, or for adults when a higher object is attached below as a load.

The targets, which represent the hit surfaces, can, for example, have a hollow cylindrical shape and enclose the support element. They can be made of a foamed plastic such as polyolefin and therefore have elasticity. They can be designed in such a way that they can be slightly elastically deformed or pressed in when a blow or kick hits them and then resume their original shape. For example, the targets can be made from the fine-cell foams known as “Armaflex” or “Thermaflex” with a robust outer skin, which is used to insulate pipelines in heating and solar construction. The targets are preferably so stiff that they do not kink on their own when they are attached to the support element or when a blow or kick occurs, in contrast to the kinks arranged between the targets.

If the support element is designed as a tension belt or the like, there are no annoying rattling noises when using the device, which are known from the chain suspension in classic punching bags. On the contrary: A tension belt encased with targets emits a slightly muffled, motivating and pleasant sound when hit due to its sound-absorbing properties. This intended sound effect is extremely motivating, especially in combination with the athlete's exhalation (especially during group training).

Even the beginner experiences a motivating effect after the first blows or kicks against the device according to the invention, to hit the easily evasive device better or more precisely with the next blow or kick. The advanced can use the target subdivisions and optional markings as a guide to the human body, e.g. for low kicks to the thighs or a jab to the chin or a front kick to the stomach and a punch to the solar plexus.

Advantageous embodiments of the device according to the invention are the subject of the dependent claims.

• wobei das vierte Target eine Länge von 10 bis 30 cm, vorzugsweise 15 bis 25 cm, aufweist;
• wobei das vierte Target vom Tragelement getragen oder gehalten wird;
• wobei das vierte Target näher am zweiten Ende angeordnet ist als das dritte Target; und
• wobei der Targetbereich ferner das vierte Target umfasst.

Das vierte Target weist eine Länge auf, welche wenigstens in etwa der Länge des Unterschenkels der trainierenden Person entspricht. Wenn ein viertes Target am Gerät vorgesehen ist, wird das dritte Target vorzugsweise auf eine Länge auf, welche wenigstens in etwa der Länge des Oberschenkels der trainierenden Person entspricht. Das Vorsehen von vier Targets bedeutet damit eine optimale Entsprechung der Körperteile Kopf, Oberkörper (Hals bis Gürtelhöhe), Oberschenkel und Unterschenkel vorzugsweise der trainierenden Person. Durch das Vorsehen eines vierten Targets ist somit das erfindungsgemäße Gerät optimal zum Training von hochgewachsene Jugendlichen und Erwachsenen geeignet. Ferner wird die Körperteil- und Gelenkstruktur noch realistischer abgebildet. Dies erleichtert der trainierenden Person das Treffen von anatomisch wichtigen Zielen.
Ferner kann das Gerät wenigstens eines der nachfolgenden Targets aufweisen:

• ein erstes Gelenktarget; und/oder
• ein zweites Gelenktarget; und/oder
• ein drittes Gelenktarget;
• wobei das erste Gelenktarget eine Länge von 2 bis 10 cm, vorzugsweise 3 bis 8 cm, insbesondere 4 bis 6 cm, aufweist;
• wobei das zweite Gelenktarget eine Länge von 2 bis 10 cm, vorzugsweise 3 bis 8 cm, insbesondere 4 bis 6 cm, aufweist;
• wobei das dritte Gelenktarget jeweils eine Länge von 2 bis 10 cm, vorzugsweise 3 bis 8 cm, insbesondere 4 bis 6 cm, aufweist;
• wobei das erste Gelenktarget, das zweite Gelenktarget und/oder das dritte Gelenktarget vorzugsweise vom Tragelement getragen oder gehalten werden oder daran befestigt sind oder daran befestigbar sind;
• wobei das erste Gelenktarget zwischen dem ersten Target und dem zweiten Target angeordnet ist;
• wobei das zweite Gelenktarget zwischen dem zweiten Target und dem dritten Target angeordnet ist;
• wobei das dritte Gelenktarget zwischen dem dritten Target und dem vierten Target angeordnet ist; und
• wobei der Targetbereich ferner das erste Gelenktarget, das zweite Gelenktarget und/oder das dritte Gelenktarget umfasst.

So the device can have a fourth target;

• wherein the fourth target has a length of 10 to 30 cm, preferably 15 to 25 cm;
• wherein the fourth target is carried or held by the support member;
• the fourth target being closer to the second end than the third target; and
• wherein the target area further comprises the fourth target.

The fourth target has a length which corresponds at least approximately to the length of the lower leg of the person exercising. If a fourth target is provided on the device, the third target is preferably to a length which corresponds at least approximately to the length of the thigh of the person exercising. The provision of four targets thus means an optimal correspondence of the body parts head, upper body (neck to belt level), thighs and lower legs, preferably of the person exercising. By providing a fourth target, the device according to the invention is therefore ideally suited for training tall adolescents and adults. Furthermore, the body part and joint structure are mapped even more realistically. This makes it easier for the person exercising to hit anatomically important targets.
Furthermore, the device can have at least one of the following targets:

• a first joint target; and or
• a second joint target; and or
• a third joint target;
• wherein the first joint target has a length of 2 to 10 cm, preferably 3 to 8 cm, in particular 4 to 6 cm;
• wherein the second joint target has a length of 2 to 10 cm, preferably 3 to 8 cm, in particular 4 to 6 cm;
• the third joint target each having a length of 2 to 10 cm, preferably 3 to 8 cm, in particular 4 to 6 cm;
• wherein the first joint target, the second joint target and / or the third joint target are preferably carried or held by the support element or are attached to it or can be attached thereto;
• wherein the first hinge target is disposed between the first target and the second target;
• wherein the second hinge target is disposed between the second target and the third target;
• wherein the third hinge target is disposed between the third target and the fourth target; and
• wherein the target area further comprises the first joint target, the second joint target and / or the third joint target.

It is particularly advantageous if the arrangement and target lengths of the device are chosen so that the first joint target at the level of the neck of the exercising person, the second joint target at the level of the hip area or belt height of the exercising person and the third joint target at the level of the knee joint exercising person is arranged.

The provision of one or more joint targets, which are comparatively short in terms of length and which are each arranged between the actual hit target (targets), improves the orientation of the training person in the combat situation in that it is marked where the height of the Position of the corresponding joints (neck, hips, knees) for an opponent of roughly the same size.

In addition, with the flexible support element provided according to the invention, the arrangement of a joint target between two hit targets creates two kinks, namely one between the joint target and the hit target arranged above and another between the joint target and the hit target arranged below. Compared to the situation where two hit targets are provided without a joint target arranged in between, and there is thus only one kink between the targets, the number of kinks increases. This refines the movement dynamics of the device in the target area when the device is deflected by a blow or kick and the device reacts even more similarly to a human body when subjected to a blow or kick compared to the situation when no joint targets are provided.

This makes it possible to hit the center line of the body under realistic conditions, such as forehead, nose, chin, larynx, solar plexus, abdomen, genitals, etc. Upper body and legs are differentiated. For easier differentiation and orientation, the joint targets can also be differentiated from the targets by color. The joint targets can be identical to those of the targets in terms of material and dimensions, with the exception of the respective length.

Furthermore, there is the possibility that the device has no load in the target area or that no load is attached or attached to the device in the target area, with the exception of at least one target selected from the group consisting of: the first target, the second target, the third target , the fourth target, the first joint target, the second joint target and the third joint target, and preferably means for fastening the at least one target to the support element.

The option that the device according to the invention has no load in the entire target area defined above, i.e. no weights or the like are present on the device over the entire vertical extent of the target area, neither on the support element nor on the targets, contributes to the advantageous effects. As a result, the training person has the entire target area available as a hit area for hits, kicks, levers and avoidance movements (e.g. dodging the returning training device with the head to the side) without the risk of injury in this area due to loads that may not be visible would be given. This increases training safety and reduces the risk of injury.

Due to the comparatively low weight of the target, especially when combined with the feature that no load is attached or fixed in the target area, training is easy on the joints. Injuries, especially to the hands, are hardly possible. When using the device according to the invention, no boxing bandages or boxing gloves are required.

There is also the possibility that no load is attached or attached to the device which has a mass of 200 g or more, preferably 100 g or more, in particular 50 g or more, with the exception of the second end or in the area of the second end.

The inventor has surprisingly found that it is not necessary to attach one or more loads to the device in order to achieve excellent deflection dynamics. An exception to this is the possibility of attaching loads at the second end or in the area of the second end.

Furthermore, a load, preferably a dumbbell, a weight, a sports bag, a fillable bag or a training or sports utensil can be attached or attached to the second end or in the region of the second end; the load having a mass of 2 to 10 kg, preferably 3 to 8 kg, in particular 3 to 6 kg. According to the invention, however, the load attached to the second end or in the region of the second end is not to be regarded as part of the device.

Attaching a suitable load to the second end or in the area of the second end of the support element puts the support element and thus the entire device under advantageous tension. This tension gives the device and in particular the target area an advantageous inertia and prevents the second end of the support element (lower end of the device) from dangling around freely.

If the load is lighter than 3 kg, in particular lighter than 2 kg, the tension is too low and the deflection dynamics of the device when it is hit or kicked is perceived as unfavorable or unrealistic (too "light", too "wobbly"). If, on the other hand, the load is heavier than 6 kg, in particular heavier than 8 kg and above all heavier than 10 kg, the overall system is perceived as too sluggish and cumbersome during training. In the latter case, the system reacts too slowly, so that the exercising person gets out of his or her training rhythm or, because of the slowness of the system response, does not make sufficient progress even with continued training.

Consequently, in the case of the device according to the invention, a load in a range of 3 to 6 kg or 3 to 8 kg is to be regarded as optimal taking into account all the factors discussed. With such a load attached to the bottom of the device, the tensile stress is optimal, so that a suitable spatial deflection and a sufficiently rapid return of the device to the plumb line can be achieved. By changing the mass of the load within the mass range of 3 to 6 kg or 3 to 8 kg, the vibration behavior of the device can be precisely tailored to the needs of the person exercising. In addition, the training person is encouraged and motivated to continue training. In contrast to conventional training devices, the training person perceives the vibration behavior of the device according to the invention as interactive and stimulating. In addition, the device's response is never the same and difficult for the trainee to predict. Rather, it depends on the impact intensity, the hit location and the current training situation, in particular on the previous impact or impact sequence and the time that has elapsed since the last impact.

There is also the possibility that the device does not exceed a circumference diameter of 10 cm, preferably 8 cm, in particular 6 cm, over the entire target area in the cross-sectional view.

By restricting the device to a relatively small width or horizontal extension to a circumferential diameter of at most 10 cm or less, at least in the target area, preferably over the entire device, the exercising person is forced to concentrate on a narrow hit area with a small width . This hit area corresponds to the center of the body of a living opponent. Due to the forced concentration on the center of the body in relation to the vertical, the accuracy of the training person is increased or a corresponding training effect is increased, especially compared to training devices with a typically greater width, such as the punching bag.

Furthermore, the device can have a mass of 300 to 1000 g, preferably 400 to 600 g. With a small overall mass, the device can be easily transported and is also ideal for outdoor use.

Furthermore, the device, preferably the support element, can be connected at the first end or in the area of the first end to a wall, a ceiling or to a branch or some other suspension device; and or
the device can be connected to the wall, the ceiling or to the branch or other suspension device in such a way that the second end points in the direction or substantially in the direction of the center of the earth; and or
the first target can preferably be arranged at the level of the head of the person exercising.

The advantages discussed in this application can be achieved to a particularly large extent by the above-described suspension and arrangement with regard to height.

There is also the possibility that the device, preferably the support element, is not connected to a wall, a ceiling or the floor at the second end.

Since the device can swing freely at the second end, according to the inventor's surprising discovery and contrary to expectations, the deflection characteristics are further improved compared to the situation in which the device would be attached to the floor at the second end. This is particularly true when a load is attached or attached to the second end or in the region of the second end as described above

Additionally or alternatively, the device can have the second end or the load, which is attached or attached to the second end or in the area of the second end, to the floor a normal distance or clear distance of 15 cm or less, preferably 10 cm or less, in particular 5 cm or less.

A small distance between the second end or the load, which is fastened or attached to the second end or in the area of the second end, to the floor, i.e. a lower center of gravity of the device, results in a significant improvement in the deflection characteristics and the vibration behavior.

The object according to the invention is also achieved by the method according to the invention and the use according to the invention. The advantages of the device according to the invention apply analogously to the method according to the invention and the use.

A method for playing sports, playing, therapy, rehabilitation or training is also claimed, a device according to the invention as described above and / or as defined in the claims being used.

Furthermore, the use of the device according to the invention, as described above and / or defined in the claims, for exercising, playing, therapy, rehabilitation, fitness training or training of a sport, preferably a martial art or martial art, or for conducting a competition, claimed.

The method or use may be characterized in that the device, preferably the support element is connected at the first end or in the region of the first end to a wall, a ceiling or to a branch or other suspension device; and or
the device is connected to the wall, the ceiling or to the branch or other suspension device in such a way that the second end points in the direction or substantially in the direction of the center of the earth; and or
the first target is preferably arranged at the level of the head of the person exercising.

The method or the use can be characterized in that the device, preferably the support element, is not connected to a wall, ceiling or floor at the second end or in the region of the second end; and or
the device, preferably the support element, is connected at the second end or in the area of the second end to a load, preferably a dumbbell, a weight, a sports bag or a training or sports utensil, the load having a mass of 2 to 10 kg, preferably 3 to 8 kg, in particular 3 to 6 kg; and or
the second end or the load, which is preferably fastened or attached to the second end or in the region of the second end, has a normal distance or clearance of 15 cm or less, preferably 10 cm or less, in particular 5 cm or less, to the floor.

• 1 eine erste Ausführungsform des erfindungsgemäßen Geräts;
• 2 eine zweite Ausführungsform des erfindungsgemäßen Geräts;
• 3 eine dritte Ausführungsform des erfindungsgemäßen Geräts mit einer Last;
• 4 die dritte Ausführungsform des erfindungsgemäßen Geräts bei der bestimmungsgemäßen Verwendung durch eine trainierende Person;
• 5 die Längenverhältnisse der dritten Ausführungsform des erfindungsgemäßen Geräts im Vergleich zur trainierenden Person;
• 6 die Einwirkung eines Schlags auf die dritte Ausführungsform des erfindungsgemäßen Geräts; und
• 7 die Einwirkung eines Tritts auf die dritte Ausführungsform des erfindungsgemäßen Geräts.

Advantageous embodiments of the device according to the invention are the subject of the schematic drawing, which is not to scale. So shows

• 1 a first embodiment of the device according to the invention;
• 2 a second embodiment of the device according to the invention;
• 3 a third embodiment of the device according to the invention with a load;
• 4th the third embodiment of the device according to the invention when used as intended by a training person;
• 5 the length ratios of the third embodiment of the device according to the invention in comparison to the person exercising;
• 6th the effect of a blow on the third embodiment of the device according to the invention; and
• 7th the effect of a kick on the third embodiment of the device according to the invention.

1 shows a first embodiment of the device according to the invention G that can be used for sports, games, therapy, rehab, fitness or training purposes. The device G has a support element E. on, which can be, for example, a tension belt or a rope. It is important that the support element E. is flexible or bendable or kinkable at least at certain points, preferably over its entire length. The support element E. has a first end E1 designated top end and a second end E2 designated lower end.

It is possible to use the support element E. at the first end E1 or in the area of the first end E1 to be attached to any suspension device, such as a wall, a ceiling, a gate or, in the case of outdoor use, to a branch or the like by means of suitable fastening means (eg carabiners, triangular carabiners).

At the lower, second end E2 or in the area of the second end E2 can be attached to the support element E. a burden L. , such as a dumbbell, a weight, a sports bag or a training or sports utensil, can be fastened by means of suitable fastening means (eg carabiner, triangular carabiner, belt strap, Velcro fastener).

In this embodiment of the device according to the invention G are on the support element E. a first target T1 , a second target T2 and a third target T3 attached, which represent the hit surfaces for punches or kicks, for example with the hand, foot, other body parts of the person exercising or with sticks and other martial arts weapons.

The device G assigns one as the target area TB designated area, which extends along the support element E. extends, and the first target T1 , the second target T2 and the third target T3 includes.

In a state ready for training, ie when the device G at the first end E1 is hung is the first target T1 arranged in the upper area of the device. The first target T1 represents a typical head hit area and has a length of 15 to 35 cm, preferably 20 to 30 cm.

The second target T2 is below the first target T1 arranged. The second target T2 represents a typical upper body or Chest hit area and has a length of 35 to 55 cm, preferably 40 to 50 cm.

The third target T3 is below the second target T2 arranged. The third target T3 represents a typical leg, especially thigh hit area and has a length of 40 to 60 cm, preferably 45 to 55 cm.

That’s the first target T1 closer to the first end E1 arranged as the second target T2 . Furthermore, the second target is T2 closer to the first end E1 arranged as the third target T3 . The support element has between two adjacently arranged targets E. each has a kink (“predetermined kink”) at which the supporting element E. can bend or collapse in the event of a blow, kick or lever by the user.

It is essential to the invention that the support element E. at least at the points between the targets, preferably over the entire target area TB is flexible and can bend in or off, which simulates a movement of an opponent when he is hit at the corresponding point (pulling back and / or buckling). It is also essential to the invention that the device according to the invention G in the target area TB does not have a load which has a mass of 200 g or more. In the embodiment of 1 is in the target area TB no load on the support element E. attached. The targets are preferably made of a light foam or the like and therefore do not represent a load within the meaning of the invention which would significantly influence the inertia properties of the device.

In the 1 The embodiment shown with three targets is preferably suitable for training people with a lower body height, such as children.

2 shows a second embodiment of the device according to the invention G which has substantially the same structure as the first embodiment described above. Therefore, only differences from the first embodiment are described below.

The second embodiment also has a fourth target T4 on, which is also on the support element E. is attached. The fourth target T4 is below the third target T3 and thus furthest from the first end of all targets E1 away. The target area TB comprises in this embodiment in addition to the first to third target T1 , T2 , T3 also the fourth target T4 .

Also in this embodiment of the device according to the invention G is in the target area TB there is no load which would have a mass of 200 g or more. In the embodiment of 2 is in the target area TB no load on the support element E. attached. The second embodiment of the device according to the invention G With its four targets, it is the preferred training device for people with large or fully grown bodies, i.e. tall young people and adults. While here the third target T3 represents the hit area for the thigh area, represents the fourth target T4 represents the hit area for the lower leg area.

Between two adjacent targets, here also between the third target T3 and the fourth target T4 , has the support element E. each has a kink where the support element E. can bend or collapse in the event of a blow or kick from the person exercising.

3 shows a third embodiment of the device according to the invention G which has substantially the same structure as the above-described second embodiment. Therefore, only differences from the second embodiment are described below.

In the third embodiment, in contrast to the second embodiment, between two adjacent targets ( T1 / T2 , T2 / T3 , T3 / T4 ) a joint target GT on. The first joint target GT1 , the second joint target GT2 and the third joint target GT3 are each on the support element E. attached. The joint targets stand out in comparison to the targets T1 to T4 by the same diameter but a shorter length. The joint targets GT1 , GT2 , GT3 in this embodiment have a length of 4 to 6 cm.

In this embodiment, the target area comprises TB in addition to the targets T1 , T2 , T3 and T4 also the joint targets GT1 , GT2 and GT3 . In this embodiment, too, is on the device and in particular on the support element E. in the target area TB no load attached within the meaning of the invention.

On the device according to the invention G however, the third embodiment is at the second end E2 a burden L. attached, with the load L. after but not as part of the device G is to be seen. Weight L. , for example a ball dumbbell or a sports bag, sets the support element E. due to its own weight under tensile stress and gives the device G on the other hand, the desired inertia properties.

4th shows a training situation using the third embodiment of the device according to the invention described above G . The device G , more precisely the first end E1 of its support element E. , is attached to a ceiling D. The device G is at the lower, second end E2 not with the ground B. or attached to a wall, but hangs freely. Through the one on the second end E2 attached load L. the entire device stands G under tension.

The device G is ideally hung at a height that the first target T1 at head level K the exercising person P is. The second target should T2 at chest or upper body height of the person P be. The third target T3 should be level with the thigh and the fourth target T4 at the height of the person's lower leg P be. In order to achieve this goal, the target lengths can be selected or adjusted accordingly. In this way, the training device can also be easily customized for the person exercising.

Ideally the device is G hung so that the lower end E2 is arranged close to the ground, ie only a few centimeters above the ground B. ends. Or, if given in the third embodiment, a load L. to the second end E2 attached, it should be the lowest point of the load L. just a few inches from the floor B. be distant. In other words, the normal clearance should be A. between the ground B. and the device G (or second end E2 ) or the load L. not more than 10 cm, better not more than 5 cm.
The goal here is that the center of gravity of the device G or the combination of the device G and the load L. is arranged as low as possible. Neither the device G nor the burden L. are with the ground B. connected. The device G rather, it hangs freely in space.

5 shows, by comparing the length ratios of the third embodiment of the device according to the invention and the person exercising, that the device maps the height of the neck, belt, knee and foot in order to make anatomical classification easier and more functional for the person exercising. For example, if you hit the knee, the device bends there and is most deflected at this point.

6th shows that in the device according to the invention (here: third embodiment) the upper target area can map an average deflection width of the human body width of approx. 50 cm.

7th shows that in the device according to the invention (here: third embodiment) the lower target area represents an average deflection width of the fighting stance (left or right display) of approx. 100 cm.

As with looking at the 6th and 7th As can be seen, the deflection width increases from top to bottom in the target area after a blow or kick by hand, elbow, foot, knee or martial arts weapon such as a stick or the like, because the center of gravity is selected by the attached load below.

The deflection width increases from top to bottom in the target area after a blow or kick by hand, elbow, foot, knee or martial arts weapon such as B. a stick or something similar, because the focus is below.

This in turn represents a realistic condition. The requirement for the trainee is not only to hit the target area that is hanging straight down (plumb line of the body), but to interact with the device. As soon as you start to hit, the device reacts in the deflection width from the center of the body (plumb line) to the width of the body (shoulder width) or up to the deflection width of a fighting stance (step width). In this way, the device depicts a realistic and human radius of action, which demands the exerciser physically and mentally.

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Patent literature cited

• US 8273000 B2 [0003]
• US 2003/0125168 A1 [0003]
• DE 202007015910 U1 [0003]

Claims (14)

Device (G) for sports, games, fitness, therapy, rehabilitation or training, comprising: a support element (E), preferably a tension belt or rope, wherein the support element (E) is flexible or bendable or kinkable at least at a plurality of points; wherein the support element (E) has a first end (E1) and a second end (E2); wherein the support element (E) at the first end (E1) or in the region of the first end (E1) can be connected to a wall, a ceiling (D) or to a branch or another suspension device; wherein the support element (E) at the second end (E2) or in the area of the second end (E2) can be connected to a load (L), preferably a dumbbell, a weight, a sports bag or a training or sports utensil or a fillable bag ; wherein the device (G) further comprises: a first target (T1) which has a length of 15 to 35 cm, preferably 20 to 30 cm; a second target (T2) which has a length of 35 to 55 cm, preferably 40 to 50 cm; a third target (T3) which has a length of 40 to 60 cm, preferably 45 to 55 cm; and wherein the first target (T1), the second target (T2) and the third target (T3) are carried or held by the support element (E) or are attached thereto or can be attached thereto; wherein the first target (T1) is arranged closer to the first end (E1) than the second target (T2) and than the third target (T3) wherein the second target (T2) is arranged closer to the first end (E1) than the third target (T3); wherein the device (G) has a target area (TB), wherein the target area (TB) extends along the support element (E), and wherein the target area (TB) comprises at least the first target (T1), the second target (T2) and the third target (T3); wherein the device (G) in the target area (TB) has no load which has a mass of 200 g or more, preferably 100 g or more, in particular 50 g or more; and wherein on the device (G) in the target area (TB) preferably no load is attached or attached which has a mass of 200 g or more, preferably 100 g or more, in particular 50 g or more. Device after Claim 1 , characterized in that the device (G) has a fourth target (T4); wherein the fourth target (T4) has a length of 10 to 30 cm, preferably 15 to 25 cm; wherein the fourth target (T4) is carried or held by the support element (E); wherein the fourth target (T4) is arranged closer to the second end (E2) than the third target (T3); and wherein the target area (TB) further comprises the fourth target (T4). Device after Claim 1 or 2 , characterized in that the device (G) also has at least one of the following targets: a first joint target (GT1); and / or a second joint target (GT2); and / or a third joint target (GT3); wherein the first joint target (GT1) has a length of 2 to 10 cm, preferably 3 to 8 cm, in particular 4 to 6 cm; the second joint target (GT2) having a length of 2 to 10 cm, preferably 3 to 8 cm, in particular 4 to 6 cm; the third joint target (GT3) each having a length of 2 to 10 cm, preferably 3 to 8 cm, in particular 4 to 6 cm; wherein the first joint target (GT1), the second joint target (GT2) and / or the third joint target (GT3) are preferably carried or held by the support element (E) or are attached to or can be attached thereto; wherein the first joint target (GT1) is arranged between the first target (T1) and the second target (T2); wherein the second joint target (GT2) is arranged between the second target (T2) and the third target (T3); wherein the third joint target (GT3) is arranged between the third target (T3) and the fourth target (T4); and wherein the target area (TB) further comprises the first joint target (GT1), the second joint target (GT2) and / or the third joint target (GT3). Device according to one of the Claims 1 to 3 , characterized in that the device (G) has no load in the target area (TB) or no load is attached or attached to the device (G) in the target area (TB), with the exception of at least one target selected from the group consisting of: the first target (T1), the second target (T2), the third target (T3), the fourth target (T4), the first joint target (GT1), the second joint target (GT2) and the third joint target (GT3), and preferably means for fastening the at least one target to the support element (E). Device according to one of the Claims 1 to 4th , characterized in that no load is attached or attached to the device (G) which has a mass of 200 g or more, preferably 100 g or more, in particular 50 g or more, with the exception of the second end (E2) or in Second end area (E2). Device according to one of the Claims 1 to 5 , characterized in that a load (L), preferably a dumbbell, a weight, a sports bag or a training or sports utensil, is attached or attached to the second end (E2) or in the region of the second end (E2); the load (L) having a mass of 2 to 10 kg, preferably 3 to 8 kg, in particular 3 to 6 kg. Device according to one of the Claims 1 to 6th , characterized in that the device (G) does not exceed a circumferential diameter of 10 cm, preferably 8 cm, in particular 6 cm, over the entire target area (TB) in the cross-sectional view. Device according to one of the Claims 1 to 7th , characterized in that the device (G) has a mass of 300 to 1000 g, preferably 400 to 600 g. Device according to one of the Claims 1 to 8th , characterized in that the device (G), preferably the support element (E), at the first end (E1) or in the area of the first end (E1) with a wall, a ceiling (D) or with a branch or another suspension device connected is; and / or the device (G) is connected to the wall, the ceiling (D) or to the branch or the other suspension device in such a way that the second end (E2) points in the direction or substantially in the direction of the center of the earth; and / or the first target (T1) is preferably arranged at the level of the head (K) of the exercising person (P). Device according to one of the Claims 1 to 9 , characterized in that the device (G), preferably the support element (E), at the second end (E2) is not connected to a wall, a ceiling (D) or the floor (B); and / or the second end (E2) or the load (L), which is fastened or attached to the second end (E2) or in the region of the second end (E2), is a normal distance (A) or clear distance from the floor (B) (A) of 15 cm or less, preferably 10 cm or less, particularly 5 cm or less. Method for playing sports, playing, therapy, rehabilitation or training, whereby a device (G) according to one of the Claims 1 to 10 is used. Using a device (G) according to one of the Claims 1 to 10 for doing sports, playing, therapy, rehabilitation or training of a sport, preferably a martial arts, or for carrying out a competition. Procedure according to Claim 11 or use after Claim 12 , characterized in that the device (G), preferably the support element (E), at the first end (E1) or in the area of the first end (E1) with a wall, a ceiling (D) or with a branch or another suspension device is connected, and / or the device (G) is connected to the wall, the ceiling (D) or to the branch or other suspension device in such a way that the second end (E2) points in the direction or substantially in the direction of the center of the earth; and / or the first target (T1) is preferably arranged at the level of the head of the person exercising. Procedure according to Claim 11 or 13 or use after Claim 12 or 13 , characterized in that the device (G), preferably the support element (E), at the second end (E2) or in the area of the second end (E2) is not connected to a wall, a ceiling (D) or the floor (B) becomes; and / or the device (G), preferably the support element (E), at the second end (E2) or in the area of the second end (E2) with a load (L), preferably a dumbbell, a weight, a sports bag or a workout - Or sports utensil, is connected, the load (L) having a mass of 2 to 10 kg, preferably 3 to 8 kg, in particular 3 to 6 kg; and / or the second end (E2) or the load (L), which is preferably fastened or attached to the second end (E2) or in the area of the second end (E2), a normal distance (A) or clear from the floor (B) Distance (A) of 15 cm or less, preferably 10 cm or less, in particular 5 cm or less.

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