EP1738805A1 - Vibrationseinheit für Trainingsgeräte - Google Patents

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EP1738805A1
EP1738805A1 EP05106019A EP05106019A EP1738805A1 EP 1738805 A1 EP1738805 A1 EP 1738805A1 EP 05106019 A EP05106019 A EP 05106019A EP 05106019 A EP05106019 A EP 05106019A EP 1738805 A1 EP1738805 A1 EP 1738805A1
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vibration unit
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Carl-Magnus Johansson
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B21/00—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B21/00—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
    • A63B21/00196—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using pulsed counterforce, e.g. vibrating resistance means
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B21/00—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
    • A63B21/06—User-manipulated weights
    • A63B21/072—Dumb-bells, bar-bells or the like, e.g. weight discs having an integral peripheral handle
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H23/00—Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms
    • A61H23/02—Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive
    • A61H23/0254—Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive with rotary motor
    • A61H23/0263—Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive with rotary motor using rotating unbalanced masses
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B21/00—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
    • A63B21/40—Interfaces with the user related to strength training; Details thereof
    • A63B21/4001—Arrangements for attaching the exercising apparatus to the user's body, e.g. belts, shoes or gloves specially adapted therefor
    • A63B21/4017—Arrangements for attaching the exercising apparatus to the user's body, e.g. belts, shoes or gloves specially adapted therefor to the upper limbs

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  • the present invention relates to a vibration unit, comprising a grip or a contact surface, to be mounted detachably on exercise appliances or on a body part.
  • the present inventor has realized that it would be advantageous if external detachable vibration units could be fitted on existing machines.
  • the gym owner would then be able to lend or let a number of such detachable units to customers using the gym.
  • individuals can buy such units themselves, and bring the units with them to any gym, or use them when exercising at home.
  • the units could then be designed according to individual preferences as regards grip shapes, vibration amplitudes, etc.
  • the grips may also be designed to suit people with rheumatism, for example in the form of spherical grips.
  • Detachable vibration units may also be applied directly on the body of the individual doing exercises, such as on his/her chest, arm or leg.
  • the invention relates to a vibration unit with a vibration generating element.
  • the vibration unit comprises a mounting device for mounting the unit detachably on an exercise machine or on a part of the body.
  • the mounting device is adapted for application around or inside a handle on an exercise machine.
  • the mounting device is adapted for application on the frame of an exercise machine or on a body part, by means of various devices.
  • the invention generally relates to vibration units, in particular to movable vibration units that can be attached to various exercise machines and appliances.
  • the vibration unit can be built into grips and other surfaces in contact with the body, comprising exercise machines for leg kicks, knee bends etc.
  • the invention comprises an external vibrating grip, which can be mounted on exercise machines, home gym appliances, free weights, bicycles, bars, etc.
  • the grip is connected to a vibration generating element.
  • Such elements are known per se, and can consist of two motors, each fitted with an eccentric load, causing vibrations when the motors rotate.
  • Each motor is mounted on a steel frame, which in turn can be mounted on certain exercise machines by means of a mounting device.
  • the unique aspect of the invention is the fact that it is movable, which enables gyms, rehab centres and private individuals to develop both their exercise appliances and their training methods. Gyms and rehab centres do not have to buy new machines, but rather attachable vibration units, in order to offer their customers more efficient and reliable training.
  • the inventive concept also comprises the use of vibrating plates that can be attached to exercise machines, such as for leg training.
  • Fig. 1 shows an embodiment of the vibration unit according to the invention.
  • the vibration unit comprises a motor 1 with an eccentric load 2.
  • the motor 1 is powered by a voltage of 12 V or more, depending on the motor power required.
  • the voltage is stepped down from 230 V or supplied from a battery.
  • the exercise machine can be fitted with an outlet for 12 V, to simplify mounting and power supply of the vibration unit.
  • the battery can be external to the device, or be fitted inside the grip.
  • the motor 1 is fitted to a mounting device, here shown in the form of a grip 4, directly as shown or via a washer 5, depending on the type of motor used.
  • the mounting device 4 is mounted on the chosen machine to enable the transfer of the vibrations.
  • the mounting device may be mounted on the outside of the machine or inside it, depending on the type of machine.
  • the mounting device is provided with a plug section for connection to the inside of a handle on the machine.
  • the plug section preferably comprises an expansion mechanism, which can be activated via a lever or the like.
  • the expansion mechanism is lockable, to keep the vibration unit securely in place.
  • the mounting device is provided with an encompassing element 3, preferably in the form of a channel through the grip 4.
  • the vibration unit would then suitably be fitted on some existing handle on the machine, using screws or the like.
  • Figs. 2A and 2B show an alternative embodiment of the vibration unit according to the invention. All parts and functions correspond to those described in relation to Fig. 1, except that the motor is enclosed in a ball shape 6. This will make it possible for a rheumatic to exercise his hand mobility.
  • the ball comes in two variants.
  • the motor is enclosed in a ball grip through which a cylindrical channel 7 extends.
  • the handle of a machine is inserted through this channel, to enable the transfer of vibrations to the machine.
  • the second variant shown in Fig. 2B, there is no channel but a small grip 8, extending from the ball. This grip can be applied to the outside or the inside of an exercise machine in the same manner as the embodiment of Fig. 1.
  • the vibration unit of the invention can also be attached to other parts of exercise machines than their handles.
  • Fig. 3 shows a vibration unit that can be attached to the machine frame. The function and purpose of the unit is the same.
  • the motor and the vibration-generating load are built into a body 9, made of metal or plastic, depending on the intended use.
  • the handle or other machine part to which the unit is to be attached rests in the concavity 10 on the unit.
  • the concavity is adapted to fit cylindrical objects and tubes.
  • the unit can also be manufactured without any concavity, to be mountable on machines with square tubes or on flat surfaces or plates.
  • the vibration unit is attached by means of straps 11, screws or plates as detailed below.
  • Fig. 4 shows an alternative embodiment in the form of a wrist strap.
  • the purpose of the wrist strap 12 is the same as above. The difference is that the strap can be attached to both machines and body parts, such as an arm or a leg. In this case, too, the size of the motor may vary, according to the desired power level. Motors 13 may advantageously be distributed around the periphery of the strap. The size of the motors 13 may range upwards from small vibration generators of the type used in mobile phones.
  • the strap can also be attached to exercise machines, such as on cylindrical pads used on leg extension and leg curl machines (see below).
  • Fig. 5 shows a vibration unit with a motor and a load, enclosed in a box 14, which creates the vibrations.
  • the box is attached to a plate 15, which in turn attaches to the exercise machine for transmission of vibrations to the machine.
  • the box is mounted on the machine by means of screws, straps or clamps.
  • Fig. 6 shows a larger plate 16, which is suited for attachment to foot plates of leg extension machines.
  • the motor or motors with one or several eccentric vibration generating loads, are placed inside a box 17. There may be several boxes on the plate, depending on the purpose of the unit.
  • the plate is also provided with spring elements 18, which prevent the vibrations from spreading to the entire machine.
  • the spring elements 18 also make it easier for the motor to cause the plate to vibrate, since the plate and the machine otherwise would be rigidly attached to each other.
  • the spring elements may be made of rubber or plastic, or may be some kind of steel springs.
  • the spring elements may be fitted to the centre of the plate, in which case the box will be placed on one side thereof.
  • the plate is attached by means of screws, or using a threaded bar and nuts.
  • the screws extend through the plate of the exercise machine (where the feet are placed during exercise), and either through the springs 19 and then through the plate, or directly through the plate 16.
  • the holes in the plate may be through holes or threaded holes.
  • Fig. 7 shows a mounting device, consisting of a separate plate 20, which is attached to the exercise machine, and to which a plate 16 such as the one in Fig. 6 is attached.
  • the mounting plate 20 is first clamped or screwed to the exercise machine, and the plate 16 of the vibration unit is then screwed to the mounting plate 20.
  • a machine for leg extension exercises and the like is provided with an external pad, which may be replaced by a vibration unit according to the invention.
  • Fig. 8 shows a pad 24, fitted with an internal vibration unit.
  • the vibrations are caused by an eccentric load 22, which is made to rotate by a motor 23, located inside the pad 24.
  • the size and number of motors in the pad may vary, depending on the desired effect.
  • the pad is mounted on the machine in the same way as the original pads, but may alternatively be strapped or clamped to the machine.
  • the tube of the machine is passed through a channel 25 in the pad, and secured.
  • the pad 24 may be round or flat.
  • a wrist strap 12 can alternatively be mounted on the original pad.
  • Figs. 9 and 10 show pads forming a seat support 26 and a back support 27, respectively, in accordance with the invention.
  • the seat support 26 and the back support 27 function in the same way as the pad in Fig. 8, and can be attached to exercise machines as well as exercise benches.
  • the vibrations are caused by an eccentric load being rotated by one or several motors, depending on the intended effect.
  • the motors are enclosed in rectangular boxes 28 or in cylinders.
  • the seat and back supports can be of various shapes, to fit different brands of machines and benches without changing their appearance.
  • the pads may be attached by means of a mounting plate as indicated in Fig. 7.

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GB2485908A (en) * 2010-11-25 2012-05-30 James Griffiths A vibrating barbell weight

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US6146312A (en) * 1998-02-12 2000-11-14 Sclichter; Allessandra T. Belt for improving posture and abdominal muscle training
US20030220589A1 (en) * 1999-11-24 2003-11-27 Gunnar Leivseth Method and device for training pelvic floor muscles
US6685660B1 (en) * 1999-07-30 2004-02-03 Lucia Taverna Massage vibrator for the relief of aches and pain
US20040121849A1 (en) * 2002-12-18 2004-06-24 Curkovic Joseph A. Golf swing aid
WO2004103484A1 (de) * 2003-05-21 2004-12-02 Norbert Egger Nachrüstsatz für trainingsgerät und trainingsgerät

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US4841954A (en) * 1986-12-17 1989-06-27 Klasi, Nirmal S. Oculofacial massager
US4989861A (en) * 1988-10-12 1991-02-05 Halpern Alan A Pulse force generating and loading exercise device and method
US5569128A (en) * 1994-02-03 1996-10-29 Icon Health & Fitness, Inc. Leg and upper body exerciser
US6146312A (en) * 1998-02-12 2000-11-14 Sclichter; Allessandra T. Belt for improving posture and abdominal muscle training
DE20010140U1 (de) * 1999-07-02 2000-09-28 Kotlarov Peter Muskeltrainer
US6685660B1 (en) * 1999-07-30 2004-02-03 Lucia Taverna Massage vibrator for the relief of aches and pain
US20030220589A1 (en) * 1999-11-24 2003-11-27 Gunnar Leivseth Method and device for training pelvic floor muscles
US20040121849A1 (en) * 2002-12-18 2004-06-24 Curkovic Joseph A. Golf swing aid
WO2004103484A1 (de) * 2003-05-21 2004-12-02 Norbert Egger Nachrüstsatz für trainingsgerät und trainingsgerät

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GB2485908A (en) * 2010-11-25 2012-05-30 James Griffiths A vibrating barbell weight
GB2485908B (en) * 2010-11-25 2015-03-18 James Griffiths A barbell and a pair of weights for a barbell

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