EP2588207B1 - Portable training device, in particular for arm exercises - Google Patents

Description

The invention relates to a training device, which consists of a fixing device which is attachable to the human body, in particular in the region of the hip. This is suitable for moving the arms in particular against resistance, for example during walking or walking.

Technical area

The positive effect on the cardiovascular system of a human as well as the muscular training by walking, jogging and running is well known. In particular, the muscular training of the lower extremities of man is reinforced by these sports. By contrast, the upper body is hardly promoted in terms of its muscles by running, hiking, walking or jogging.

In order to promote this, sports such as power walking, Nordic walking or running with weights are known. These sports involve the upper body at least partially and thus lead to a total body workout.

State of the art

From the US 2005/0261113 A1 is a portable training device known that is belt-like attachable in the hip area. It has to strengthen the muscular training of the arms force elements that need to be picked up by hand and then to move accordingly against a resisting force. The resistance force is generated by the force element, which is arranged on the belt and formed like a roll. Part of the force element is a Handle element that is picked up by the hand. In the example here, it is glove-like elements. The handle-like element is connected to a flexible band which is received by the power element and wound on this. Against a corresponding spring force then the resistance movement is performed according to the walking movements.

From the US 5,476,435 is also a portable exercise device is known, which is formed like a belt. On the sides of force elements are arranged, which have handle-like elements at their free ends. The handle-like elements are connected to cylinder-like elements which provide the corresponding resistance to movement.

So is also from the US 5,618,249 a belt element is known in which a handle element which is connected to a resistance element can also be moved against a corresponding resistance force.

From the US 4,441,707 For example, a belt element is known on which gripping elements are arranged on both sides. These gripping elements are dorsally connected to each other via a rope-like element and form a coupled unit. If the user pulls on one side, then the other side is brought to the body due to the coupling. The user can decide whether to apply an opposing force or simply carry the other hand with them. The movement of one side thus influences the movement of the other side.

The US 5,234,395 shows a belt element on which grip elements are arranged on both sides. The grip elements are also dorsally coupled to each other via a rope-like element. In addition, a damping element is provided, which should allow more uniform movements. This damping element is arranged dorsally on the belt element and acts both for the one and the other grip element. If the user pulls on one side, then the other side is brought to the body due to the coupling. The user can decide whether to apply a counterforce or the other hand easily carries. The movement of one side thus influences the movement of the other side.

From the US 5,76,535 For example, a belt element is known on which gripping elements are arranged on both sides. These grip elements are not dorsally connected to each other and therefore each form an independent unit. In each case a force element in the design of a spring element is coupled to the grip element. When the user pulls on a handle element, he has to overcome the force provided by the force element. Drawing means doing the movement away from the body. If he lets up with the tensile force, the restoring force of the force element is greater and the hand is returned to the starting situation with the grip element. The movement of one side thus has no influence on the movement of the other side.

All of the known from the prior art resistance elements have the property that they can be pulled against a force, on the one hand due to the flexible design, but also due to the corresponding configuration of the force elements, the grip element is automatically returned to its original position. For the repatriation itself, no work is performed by the person operating the exerciser. This means that during the forward movement of the arm corresponding work is to be performed against a resistance force, wherein in the return movement, the resistance force is zero, because due to the force elements formed this can only provide the resistance in one direction.

Disadvantages of the prior art

Sports, such as Nordic Walking or Power Walking use ski pole similar devices, so that a corresponding movement in the area of the upper body takes place by actively moving the arms. In particular, in the case of incorrect execution, the stress is not sufficient because the sticks are carried only as a balance tool or as a mere object. On appropriate correct movement does not take place. Correction tools that force the user to perform a corresponding movement are also not known. The noise when using the sticks are often perceived as disturbing. In addition, it is not intended to use such sports equipment indoors.

If it is desired to perform movements in confined spaces, training devices are known that burden both the foot and the upper body area. These are very expensive, so they can only be purchased from gyms. In addition, exercising with weights is very stressful for the body and can lead to damage.

In view of the cited prior art, it proves to be a disadvantage that the devices shown there exclusively in one direction, that is unidirectional, provide a corresponding resistance to movement. This means that force has to be performed during a forward movement of the arm, since the force element provides the corresponding resistance force. Due to the provided restoring force, which includes the force element characterized, the handle element - whether with or without arm - automatically returned to its original position. Thus, the arm makes no effort and thus he does not do any work. This also means that a continuous load on the arms during walking or walking movement is not given. There are pauses within the movement cycle. If one compares this with the corresponding movement in skating (in the area of cross-country skiing), in contrast to that, only one-sided movement is given in the statements on the prior art.

Object of the invention

The object of the invention is to improve the known exercise equipment, such that when walking, walking, jogging or running the activity of other parts the body, in particular the arms supports or calls, which can be moved back and forth against a force.

Solution of the task

The core idea of the invention is to be seen in that it is necessary to work against a force both in the forward and in the return movement. This means that both a tensile and a compressive force must be applied.

The solution of the problem results from the features of claim 1.

Advantages of the invention

The inventive device is a training device that advantageously occupies the entire body of a person and additionally provides training effects while walking, walking, jogging, walking or running. The training device involves the upper body in comparison to Nordic Walking much more intense, without burdening the joints of the human body in addition, as it is unavoidable, for example, when running / running with weights. The intensity of the whole-body training can already be perceived impressively during the first use of the training device, in particular through the relief of the spinal column in the lumbar area.

Another advantage of the inventive fixing device is that it is constructed like a belt. This means that a connecting element is provided, which can attach the belt-like configuration of the fixing device in the hip area, so that it is fixed torsionsfest in the hip area.

In order to allow an adaptation of the belt-like configuration to the anatomical design of the hip region, this may be formed, for example, like a skeleton.

This means that the configuration by, for example, vertical bars, the lead to a better distribution of force in the hip area, is executed. Between the rods textile fabric or plastic is arranged, wherein preferably at the respective ends reinforcements are arranged, which also hold the rods with each other at a defined distance.

As a further development is provided to the belt-like configuration trouser leg approaches to compensate for the torsion that occurs through the use of laterally introduced force elements. Preferably, it is a trouser-like embodiment of the fixing device, which is lockable medially by a closure element like a belt.

An alternative provides that a pair of pants is provided separately detached from the belt-like element, which is also washable. In order to achieve the rotation stabilization necessary to counteract the movements of the force elements, corresponding means are provided.

Another significant advantage of the invention is that elements are provided on the fixing device, which allow various small items and devices, such as fitness computers, mobile devices, MP3 players, headphones, keys, identity card, handkerchief, medicines, GPS device , Drink bottle, etc. to take up. Because of these arrangements, items should be safely stowed so that they do not interfere with movement in that area of the body. Thus, all valuable and useful equipment can be carried fully and not disturbing.

The design of the force elements can be of different types. In one embodiment, it is advantageously provided that they are designed as so-called "pull-and-push sticks". This means that a gas pressure spring is preferably arranged on anatomically preformed handles. In order to move the handle at the corresponding running movement, a counterforce (caused by the gas spring) to overcome (pull), whereas for the return and a corresponding counterforce (push) must be overcome. The Force elements are arranged so that they can be performed without restrictions with the respective hand, even if the arms move faster during faster running movements and perform these circular and / or parabolic movements.

A further development provides that the force elements are adjustable so that the counter-force, which is to be overcome, is adjustable. When not in use, the force elements can be inserted into pockets provided or even completely removed.

Another development provides that the previously described individual trained force elements are guided dorsally together, so that there is a force-related coupling of the force elements. If the right arm is led forward (medial), the left arm is to be led backwards (dorsally). The movement can - if at least one force element is connected in between - be exercised against a counter force.

Developments also provide that the counterforce described above is adjustable.

The force elements described above can be designed in different ways. The purpose of these force elements is to build up a counterforce that counteracts the Armbeziehungsweise hand movement. Thus, the force elements may be mechanically formed, but they may also be designed electrically or pneumatically. The mechanical designs can be designed in the formation of elastics, spring elements, but also in a training with gas springs.

On the one hand, the counterforce for the force elements can be provided by the fact that the grip elements are coupled via corresponding rods with electromotive resistance brakes, for example an eddy current brake. This also makes it possible that both in the outward and also in the case of the movement corresponding work has to be done by the poor. The particular advantage in the embodiments of the eddy current brake is that it is scalable due to an electrical circuit coupled to the eddy current brake. This means that the work that has to be performed is adjustable due to the corresponding moment of resistance. Thus, for example, for the floats at the beginning of a small moment of resistance can be adjusted to increase this with increasing training accordingly.

Another alternative embodiment of a force element may be in the formation of a centrifugal pump. This means that due to the reciprocating movements, the fluid present in the centrifugal pump must be moved against a resistance. By enlarging the corresponding cross sections or reducing the cross sections, the moment of resistance can also be scaled accordingly.

A purely mechanical solution is designed such that the grip elements are provided with corresponding rod elements, which in turn are guided in a guide element. This guide element is designed such that it has two rollers arranged at a distance and rotatably mounted on one side of the rod element, whereas a third roller is preferably rotatably mounted on the opposite side between the two rollers. As a result, a corresponding three-point guidance of the rod element is provided. If the clear width between the three-point bearing is reduced, thereby the frictional force between the rollers and the rod member is increased, which in turn affects the resistance provided to exercise for the corresponding training operations. This resistance variable is scalable as needed.

All embodiments that have been mentioned above can be arranged both for one side, so that for the left and the right side of the Arms of different resistance forces are provided. As a result, an asynchronous movement of the arms is possible.

However, if this is not desired and the technique is preferred, which is used in Nordic walking, skating and cross-country skiing, which is characterized in that, for example, the left arm is directed forward and the right arm to the rear and vice versa, it is proposed to couple both gripping elements with a common rod member, wherein the rod member is preferably guided dorsally on the three-point bearing, the eddy current brake or the vane pump or is stored. One aim of the device according to the invention is that the directions of movement of the grip elements or their rod elements to the actual force element are designed such that the physiological movement is maintained during walking, running, walking and running.

Developments provide that the gripping elements or the rod elements can be folded away or removed and are so technically designed that they have the lowest possible weight. A special training provides that handle and rod elements are combined with flexible lightweight construction elements, so as to save corresponding weight.

The inventive fixation device can be used by top athletes, recreational athletes and patients during rehabilitation and casual athletes as a whole-body training device both indoor on treadmills and outside of enclosed spaces. Depending on how the physical prerequisite and / or the desired training effect should be, can be specified by the individual adjustment of the force elements of the effort for the upper body muscles and, if desired, by appropriate monitoring devices which can be additionally installed, controlled.

Further advantageous embodiments will become apparent from the following description, the drawings and the claims.

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Figur 1

eine schematische Ansicht auf ein erstes Ausführungsbeispiel des erfindungsgemässen Trainingsgerätes in dorsaler Ansicht;

Figur 2

eine Draufsicht auf das Trainingsgerät gemäss Fig. 1 in funktionaler Abwandlung zu Fig. 1;

Figur 3

ein Griffelement mit Verbindungselement zur Kopplung an dem Kraftelement in schematischer Darstellung;

Figur 4

eine weitere perspektivische Ansicht (von vorne) auf das Ausführungsbeispiel gemäss Fig. 1;

Figur 5

eine perspektivische Ansicht auf ein weiteres Ausführungsbeispiels der erfindungsgemässen Vorrichtung;

Figur 6

eine vergrösserte Darstellung des Kraftelementes des Trainingsgerätes gemäss Figur 5.

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FIG. 1

a schematic view of a first embodiment of the inventive exercise device in dorsal view;

FIG. 2

a plan view of the training device according to Fig. 1 in functional modification too Fig. 1 ;

FIG. 3

a handle member with connecting element for coupling to the force element in a schematic representation;

FIG. 4

a further perspective view (from the front) on the embodiment according to Fig. 1 ;

FIG. 5

a perspective view of a further embodiment of the inventive device;

FIG. 6

an enlarged view of the force element of the training device according FIG. 5 ,

Description of several embodiments

In the FIGS. 1, 2 and 4 a first embodiment of a training device 1 is shown. The exercise device 1 consists of a belt-like element 2 which can be attached around the hips of a human. In order to adjust the corresponding width of the belt-like element 2, a closure element 3 is provided, which is arranged medially and preferably formed like a buckle. Of course, different types of fasteners be provided, which have a belt-like character. Lateral, that means laterally (in the FIG. 1 left and right) grip elements 4.3 are arranged, which are gripped by the user by hand. These grip elements 4.3 are connected via a defined device with a force element 4 shown here.

In the embodiment shown here, the two handle element (left and right) via a connecting element, for example in the embodiment of a flexible rod 4.6 are connected directly to each other. This means that when the left grip element is moved in the direction of arrow 4.4, the right element 4.41 thus moves in the direction of the arrow 4.42. This also applies accordingly in reverse. The storage of the flexible rod 4.6 takes place in guide sleeves 4.2, which are each fixedly arranged on a belt-like element and allow the flexible rod 4.6. to pass through them. In particular, the laterally arranged guide sleeves 4.2 are to be arranged correspondingly variable in height via adjusting elements 4.5, so as to allow an ergonomic movement of the arms.

At the in Fig. 1, 2 and 4 illustrated embodiment, as already stated above, the two handle elements 4.3 coupled to each other via a flexible rod 4.6. The functional modification that in Fig. 2 is shown and in itself the principle of Fig. 1 assumes that provides for both the left and for the right side of the respective handle elements 4.3 different flexible rods 4.6 are used. Thus, asynchronous movements are possible accordingly. Together, both embodiments have the corresponding force element 4. This force element has two spaced rollers 4.7 and 4.8 on one side of the flexible rod, whereas in particular between the two rollers 4.7 and 4.8 on the opposite side preferably a larger roller 4.9 is provided.

Thus, the storage of the flexible rod takes place in a so-called three-point storage. It is desired that the resistance moment, which is given by the friction of the bearing within the force element, so the clear width between the rollers 4.7 and 4.8 and the other roller 4.9 reduced, so that the clamping force for mounting the flexible rod is greater and increases the moment of resistance in the direction of 4.41 or in the opposite direction accordingly. To adjust this is, such as in the plan view of Fig. 2 to recognize an actuator 4.10 provided in the form of a screw. Thus, even without recording with this power element eye contact, dorsal the appropriate adjustment can be made by hand.

In the im Fig. 2 illustrated embodiment, a plurality of rollers are provided, which are then provided separately for the respective flexible rod 4-61 and 4.62.

In Fig. 3 is schematically illustrated the flexible rod 4.6. It preferably divides into two areas, namely into a first area 4.6a and a further area 4.6b. The first region 4.6a is characterized in that it comes into contact with the force element and is designed to be static and dynamic in accordance with its mechanical overload. The further part 4.6b can be designed to be simple and also with respect to its statics thin, which does not come into contact with the force element and rather must have the appropriate flexibility, so that the natural movement of the arms can be performed. At the other part 4.6b then joins the handle element 4.3.

In the FIGS. 5 and 6 is a further embodiment of the inventive exercise device 201 shown. The exercise device 201 according to the invention consists of a belt-like element 202 which can be attached to the hips of a human being. In order to adjust the corresponding width of the belt-like element 202, a closure element 203 is provided, which is arranged medially and formed buckle-like. Of course, different types of connecting elements may be provided, which have a belt-like character.

Arranged centrally dorsally is a force element 204, which is coupled to a rigid rod element 204.2. The rigid rod member 204.2 is bent according to the body shape and has at its ends grip elements 204.3. The bearing of the rod 206 takes place in guide elements 204.2, which are also fixedly arranged on the belt-like element 202. Dorsally, the rod-like element 206 on a Konnektierungsfläche 212 which comes into contact with the force element 204. Preferably, a positive and non-positive connection is provided here. In the embodiment set forth here, the connecting element 212 is a rod-like configuration which cooperates with a gear 213 of the force element 204. The force element 204 is an eddy current brake which can be regulated in its size via a corresponding power supply and via a regulator 215. This positive and non-positive connection serves only as an illustration of an embodiment. Rather, any type of force and form fit can be provided, which allow the corresponding transmission of the resistance force of the force element 204. The additional storage in this area via other bearing elements 216, which are also arranged dorsally on the belt-like element 202.

A development of the belt-like elements 2, 202 provides that further pockets 6, 206 are provided on its surface and / or periphery. The pockets 6, 206 are suitable for housing utensils and small devices, such as fitness computers, mobile phones, MP3 players, keys, identity cards, handkerchiefs, medicines, GPS systems, beverage bottles or the like.

In order to ensure a higher torsional rigidity at the hip of the user, the belt-like element 2 has a leg extension 7, which is preferably firmly connected to the belt-like element 2. This leg approach may for example consist of fabric but also of plastic, so that the desired stiffness is achieved.

Alternatively, the rotational forces of the belt-like element 2, 202 can also be transferred to a training pants on the fabric, wherein a fixation of the two elements via buttons, Velcro closures or the like can be done.

A further embodiment provides that the articulation of the force elements 4, 204 on the belt-like element 2, 202 is removable, so that they can be easily removed or replaced.

The advantages of the training device according to the invention are on the one hand to be seen in the fact that training times can be reduced massively compared to jogging, at the same time several body parts are included in the training. Arms, shoulders, abdomen and back are included and strained during the training session.

The spine is relieved and the supportive musculature of the spine is built up accordingly and the endurance is significantly increased.

In the technical device according to the invention is a very compact training device that fits into any pocket and so can be carried without problems.

Claims (5)

1. Training device for fixing in the area of the human waist, composed of a belt-like element and of at least one force element, wherein the force element is coupled at least indirectly to a grip element to be gripped in each case by a hand, and the force element has the property of providing a resistance force (tensile force) against the pull of the grip element, wherein a grip element (4.3; 204.3) for each hand is provided on the training device, characterized in that the force element (4; 204) also provides a resistance force (pushing force) against the push of the grip element (4.3, 204.3), such that the force element (4; 204) builds up an opposing force and the latter counteracts the arm or hand movement and thus corresponding work has to be performed by the arms both during the forward movement and during the backward movement, wherein selectively either a common force element (4; 204) or in each case one force element (2; 204) assigned to a grip element (4.3, 204.3) are provided for an asynchronous movement of the grip elements (2; 204).
2. Training device according to Claim 1, characterized in that the force elements (4; 204) are adjustable, in such a way that the opposing force that is to be overcome is adjustable.
3. Training device according to Claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the force element (204) is an eddy-current brake.
4. Training device according to Claim 3, characterized in that the resistance force of the eddy-current brake is scalable by an electrical adjustment device.
5. Training device according to Claim 1, characterized in that the belt-like element (2; 202) has at least one pocket-like element (6) on its circumference.

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