EP3909557B1 - Stretching device for stretching exercises - Google Patents

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EP3909557B1
EP3909557B1 EP20185620.0A EP20185620A EP3909557B1 EP 3909557 B1 EP3909557 B1 EP 3909557B1 EP 20185620 A EP20185620 A EP 20185620A EP 3909557 B1 EP3909557 B1 EP 3909557B1
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  • the invention relates to a stretching device for stretching exercises according to the preamble of claim 1.
  • an exercise device for carrying out isometric contractions.
  • This has a first rod-shaped holding part suitable as a handle part and a second rod-shaped holding part suitable as a foot part.
  • the two holding parts are connected to one another by a connecting part designed as a connecting belt with several loop-shaped holders arranged next to one another.
  • the loop-shaped holders are designed in such a way that the two rod-shaped holding parts can be inserted.
  • Another stretching device is from the US2009/0192022 known.
  • a foot section designed as a support plate and a handle section designed as a handle bar are connected to one another via a connecting element designed as a connecting rope.
  • One end of the connecting rope is firmly connected to the foot section via a knot, while the other end of the connecting rope is connected to the handle section in such a way that it can be rolled up on the handle section by turning it, thus adjusting the distance between the foot section and the handle section.
  • the tension on the connecting rope must be maintained permanently to prevent it from unrolling, which leads to a corresponding strain on the arm muscles.
  • the connecting rope can easily unwind again if the handle section is released, meaning that the connecting rope must be wound up again or the distance must be readjusted.
  • the object of the invention is to provide a cost-effective and easy-to-manufacture stretching device which has improved adjustment options.
  • the connecting element intended for connecting the foot part and the handle part is designed as a connecting belt with several loop-shaped receptacles arranged next to one another for inserting the foot part and/or the handle part.
  • the handle part and the foot part can thus be inserted at different points on the connecting belt as required, and the distance between the foot part and the handle part can thus be adjusted. The selected distance is maintained even when the tension on the connecting belt decreases.
  • the handle part is firmly connected to the connecting belt, for example by a screw connection. This can prevent the handle part from rotating relative to the connecting belt when it is rolled up.
  • stretching exercises can be carried out while sitting by supporting yourself with the soles of your feet on the foot part and using the handle part to pull against the foot part supported by your feet.
  • the firm resistance allows the pulling force to be transferred to the back of the legs.
  • the upper body can also be straightened by pulling on the handle, which helps to improve posture. Since the stretching device is simple in design and consists of only a few parts, it can also be manufactured easily and inexpensively. It is also easy to store and can therefore be taken along when traveling.
  • the connecting belt can be formed from a single belt piece with superimposed belt layers.
  • the belt piece with the superimposed belt layers can be folded to form two loops at the ends and the ends of the belt piece can be sewn together at a connecting area.
  • the loop-shaped receptacles in the connecting belt are expediently formed by connecting seams between the belt layers.
  • the foot part and the handle part are expediently designed in the shape of a rod and can be identical.
  • the foot part and the handle part have a slimmer middle section and outer handle or support areas.
  • the dimensions of the outer handle or support areas are selected so that the foot part and the handle part must be inserted into or pulled out of the receptacles of the connecting strap with force.
  • the foot part and the handle part are held on the connecting strap via the slimmer middle section so that they can rotate but are secured against falling out.
  • the handle or support areas can be slightly conical.
  • the handle or support areas can be provided with a non-slip surface.
  • the base and handle are preferably made of wood. However, they can also be made of plastic or another suitable material.
  • the stretching device for carrying out stretching exercises contains a foot part 1, a handle part 2 and a flexible, non-elastic connecting strap 3, by which the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 are connected to one another.
  • the connecting strap 3 has several loop-shaped receptacles 4 arranged next to one another for inserting the foot part 1 and the handle part 2.
  • the loop-shaped receptacles 4 are spaced apart from one another and designed in such a way that the foot part 1 or the handle part 2 can be inserted into them and held therein. For example, both the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 can be inserted at various different points on the connecting strap and the distance between the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 can thus be adjusted.
  • the connecting element 3 designed as a connecting belt consists of a single piece of belt which is folded with superimposed belt layers 4 and 5 to form two end loops 6 and 7 and whose ends are are sewn together in a connecting area 9 next to the loop 7.
  • the loop-shaped receptacles 4 are formed by connecting seams 10 between the two belt layers 6 and 7.
  • the base part 1 and the handle part 2 are rod-shaped, preferably made from a round profile, and are preferably made of wood. However, instead of a round cross-section, the base part 1 and the handle part 2 can also have a non-round cross-section and be made from plastic or another suitable material.
  • the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 are identical in the design shown and have a slimmer middle area 11 and outer grip or support areas 12.
  • the diameter of the first loop 7 is selected such that the handle part 2 has to be inserted into or pulled out of the loop 7 with force. This prevents the handle part 2 from falling out when the exercise device is being transported.
  • the other loop-shaped holders 4 are slightly larger so that changing between the holders can be done easily without much effort. Since the distance between the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 often has to be changed during stretching exercises, this can simplify handling.
  • the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 are held on the connecting strap 3 via the slimmer middle area 11 so that they can rotate but are secured against falling out.
  • the grip or support areas 12 can be slightly conical.
  • the grip or holding areas can also be provided with a non-slip surface. The surface can be a special coating, a cover or a roughened or otherwise processed area.
  • both the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 can be inserted not only into the two loops 7 and 8 at the ends of the connecting belt 3, but also into any receptacle 4 between the two loops 7 and 8. This means that the distance between the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 can be easily changed and adapted to the respective needs.
  • stretching exercises can be carried out while sitting.
  • support yourself with the soles of your feet on the foot part 1 grasp the handle part 2 with both hands and use the handle part 2 to pull against the foot part 1 supported by your feet.
  • the distance between the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 can also be additionally changed by shortening the connecting strap 3 by winding the connecting strap 3 on the handle part 2 by turning the handle part 2 or lengthening it again by unwinding it.
  • the connecting strap 3 is firmly connected to the handle part 2, e.g. by screws.

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Die Erfindung betrifft ein Dehnungsgerät für Dehnübungen nach dem Oberbegriff des Anspruchs 1.The invention relates to a stretching device for stretching exercises according to the preamble of claim 1.

Aus der US 3 119 614 A ist ein Übungsgerät zur Durchführung isometrischer Kontraktionen bekannt. Dieses weist ein als Griffteil geeignetes erstes stabförmiges Halteteil und ein als Fußteil geeignetes zweites stabförmiges Halteteil auf. Die beiden Halteteile sind durch ein als Verbindungsgurt ausgebildetes Verbindungsteil mit mehreren nebeneinander abgeordneten schlaufenförmigen Aufnahmen miteinander verbunden. Die schlaufenförmigen Aufnahmen sind derart ausgeführt, dass die beiden stabförmigen Halteteile eingesteckt werden können.From the US 3 119 614 A is an exercise device for carrying out isometric contractions. This has a first rod-shaped holding part suitable as a handle part and a second rod-shaped holding part suitable as a foot part. The two holding parts are connected to one another by a connecting part designed as a connecting belt with several loop-shaped holders arranged next to one another. The loop-shaped holders are designed in such a way that the two rod-shaped holding parts can be inserted.

Ein weiteres Dehnungsgerät ist aus der US 2009/0192022 bekannt. Dort sind ein als Aufstandsplatte ausgebildetes Fußteil und ein als Griffstange ausgebildetes Griffteil über ein als Verbindungsseil ausgeführtes Verbindungselement miteinander verbunden. Das eine Ende des Verbindungsseils ist über einen Knoten fest mit dem Fußteil verbunden, während das andere Ende des Verbindungsseils so mit dem Griffteil verbunden ist, dass es durch Drehung des Griffteils auf diesem aufgerollt und somit der Abstand zwischen dem Fußteil und dem Griffteil eingestellt werden kann. Dadurch ist der Abstand zwischen dem Fußteil und den Griffteil veränderbar. Allerdings muss der Zug auf das Verbindungsseil zur Vermeidung eines Abrollens permanent aufrechterhalten werden, was zu einer entsprechenden Anstrengung der Armmuskulatur führt. Außerdem kann sich das Verbindungsseil bei Loslassen des Griffteils leicht wieder abwickeln, so dass das Verbindungsseil wieder aufgewickelt bzw. der Abstand wieder neu eingestellt werden muss.Another stretching device is from the US2009/0192022 known. There, a foot section designed as a support plate and a handle section designed as a handle bar are connected to one another via a connecting element designed as a connecting rope. One end of the connecting rope is firmly connected to the foot section via a knot, while the other end of the connecting rope is connected to the handle section in such a way that it can be rolled up on the handle section by turning it, thus adjusting the distance between the foot section and the handle section. This means that the distance between the foot section and the handle section can be changed. However, the tension on the connecting rope must be maintained permanently to prevent it from unrolling, which leads to a corresponding strain on the arm muscles. In addition, the connecting rope can easily unwind again if the handle section is released, meaning that the connecting rope must be wound up again or the distance must be readjusted.

Aufgabe der Erfindung ist es, ein kostengünstiges und einfach herstellbares Dehnungsgerät zu schaffen, das verbesserte Einstellmöglichkeiten aufweist.The object of the invention is to provide a cost-effective and easy-to-manufacture stretching device which has improved adjustment options.

Diese Aufgabe wird durch ein Dehnungsgerät mit den Merkmalen des Anspruchs 1 gelöst. Vorteilhafte Ausgestaltungen der Erfindung sind in den Unteransprüchen angegeben.This object is achieved by a stretching device having the features of claim 1. Advantageous embodiments of the invention are specified in the subclaims.

Bei dem erfindungsgemäßen Dehnungsgerät ist das für die Verbindung von Fußteil und Griffteil vorgesehene Verbindungselement als Verbindungsgurt mit mehreren nebeneinander angeordneten schlaufenförmigen Aufnahmen zum Einstecken des Fußteils und/oder des Griffteils ausgebildet. Das Griffteil und das Fußteil können so je nach Bedarf an verschiedenen Stellen des Verbindungsgurts eingesetzt und damit der Abstand zwischen dem Fußteil und dem Griffteil eingestellt werden. Der gewählte Abstand bleibt auch dann erhalten, wenn der Zug auf den Verbindungsgurt nachlässt. Um ein Aufwickeln des Verbindungsgurts auf das Griffteil zur weiteren Einstellung zu ermöglichen, ist das Griffteil z.B. durch eine Schraubverbindung fest mit dem Verbindungsgurt verbunden. Dadurch kann eine Drehung des Griffteils relativ zum Verbindungsgurt beim Aufrollen vermieden werden. Mit dem Dehnungsgerät können z.B. Dehnungsübungen im Sitzen durchgeführt werden, indem man sich mit den Fußsohlen auf dem Fußteil abstützt und mit dem Griffteil einen Zug gegen das mit den Füßen abgestützte Fußteil ausübt. Durch den festen Widerstand kann die Zugkraft auf die Beinrückseiten übertragen werden. Auch der Oberkörper kann durch das Ziehen am Griffteil aufgerichtet werden, was zur Haltungsverbesserung beiträgt. Da das Dehnungsgerät einfach aufgebaut ist und aus nur wenigen Teilen besteht, kann es auch einfach und kostengünstig gefertigt werden. Es ist auch leicht verstaubar und kann somit auch auf Reisen problemlos mitgenommen werden.In the stretching device according to the invention, the connecting element intended for connecting the foot part and the handle part is designed as a connecting belt with several loop-shaped receptacles arranged next to one another for inserting the foot part and/or the handle part. The handle part and the foot part can thus be inserted at different points on the connecting belt as required, and the distance between the foot part and the handle part can thus be adjusted. The selected distance is maintained even when the tension on the connecting belt decreases. In order to enable the connecting belt to be wound up onto the handle part for further adjustment, the handle part is firmly connected to the connecting belt, for example by a screw connection. This can prevent the handle part from rotating relative to the connecting belt when it is rolled up. With the stretching device, for example, stretching exercises can be carried out while sitting by supporting yourself with the soles of your feet on the foot part and using the handle part to pull against the foot part supported by your feet. The firm resistance allows the pulling force to be transferred to the back of the legs. The upper body can also be straightened by pulling on the handle, which helps to improve posture. Since the stretching device is simple in design and consists of only a few parts, it can also be manufactured easily and inexpensively. It is also easy to store and can therefore be taken along when traveling.

In einer besonders vorteilhaften Ausgestaltung kann der Verbindungsgurt aus einem einzigen Gurtstück mit übereinanderliegenden Gurtlagen gebildet sein. Das Gurtstück mit den übereinanderliegenden Gurtlagen kann zur Bildung zweier endseitiger Schlaufen gefaltet und die Enden des Gurtstücks können an einem Verbindungbereich miteinander vernäht sein. Die schlaufenförmigen Aufnahmen in dem Verbindungsgurt sind zweckmäßigerweise durch Verbindungsnähte zwischen den Gurtlagen gebildet.In a particularly advantageous embodiment, the connecting belt can be formed from a single belt piece with superimposed belt layers. The belt piece with the superimposed belt layers can be folded to form two loops at the ends and the ends of the belt piece can be sewn together at a connecting area. The loop-shaped receptacles in the connecting belt are expediently formed by connecting seams between the belt layers.

Das Fußteil und das Griffteil sind zweckmäßigerweise stabförmig ausgebildet und können identisch ausgeführt sein. In einer weiteren zweckmäßigen Ausführungsform weisen das Fußteil und das Griffteil einen schlankeren mittleren Bereich und äußere Griff- bzw. Abstützbereiche auf. Die Abmessungen der äußeren Griff- bzw. Abstützbereiche sind so gewählt, dass das Fußteil und das Griffteil mit Kraft in die Aufnahmen des Verbindungsgurts eingesteckt bzw. aus diesen herausgezogen werden muss. Über den schlankeren mittleren Bereich sind das Fußteil und das Griffteil drehbar aber gegen Herausfallen gesichert an dem Verbindungsgurt gehalten. Um das Einsetzen des Fußteils und des Griffteils in die Aufnahmen zu erleichtern, können die Griff- bzw. Abstützbereiche leicht konisch ausgebildet sein.The foot part and the handle part are expediently designed in the shape of a rod and can be identical. In another expedient embodiment, the foot part and the handle part have a slimmer middle section and outer handle or support areas. The dimensions of the outer handle or support areas are selected so that the foot part and the handle part must be inserted into or pulled out of the receptacles of the connecting strap with force. The foot part and the handle part are held on the connecting strap via the slimmer middle section so that they can rotate but are secured against falling out. To make it easier to insert the foot part and the handle part into the receptacles, the handle or support areas can be slightly conical.

Um ein Abrutschen der Hände und Füße von dem Griff- bzw. Fußteil zu vermeiden, können die Griff- bzw. Abstützbereiche mit einer rutschfesten Oberfläche versehen sein.To prevent hands and feet from slipping off the handle or foot section, the handle or support areas can be provided with a non-slip surface.

Das Fußteil und das Griffteil sind vorzugsweise aus Holz hergestellt. Sie können aber auch aus Kunststoff oder einem anderen geeigneten Material hergestellt sein.The base and handle are preferably made of wood. However, they can also be made of plastic or another suitable material.

Weitere Besonderheiten und Vorzüge der Erfindung ergeben sich aus der folgenden Beschreibung eines bevorzugten Ausführungsbeispiels anhand der Zeichnung. Es zeigen:

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ein erfindungsgemäßes Dehnungsgerät in einer ersten Gebrauchsstellung;
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das Dehnungsgerät von Figur 1 in einer zweiten Gebrauchsstellung;
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das Dehnungsgerät von Figur 1 in einer dritten Gebrauchsstellung;
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das Dehnungsgerät von Figur 1 mit demontierten Fußteil und
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das Dehnungsgerät von Figur 1 mit demontierten Griffteil.
Further features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following description of a preferred embodiment with reference to the drawing. They show:
Figure 1
a stretching device according to the invention in a first position of use;
Figure 2
the stretching device from Figure 1 in a second position of use;
Figure 3
the stretching device from Figure 1 in a third position of use;
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the stretching device from Figure 1 with dismantled foot part and
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the stretching device from Figure 1 with handle part removed.

Das in den Figuren 1 bis 5 in verschiedenen Gebrauchsstellungen gezeigte Dehnungsgerät zur Durchführung von Dehnungsübungen enthält ein Fußteil 1, ein Griffteil 2 und einen flexiblen, nicht elastischen Verbindungsgurt 3, durch den das Fußteil 1 und das Griffteil 2 miteinander verbunden sind. Der Verbindungsgurt 3 weist mehrere nebeneinander angeordnete, schlaufenförmige Aufnahmen 4 zum Einsetzen des Fußteils 1 und des Griffteils 2 auf. Die schlaufenförmigen Aufnahmen 4 sind voneinander beabstandet und derart ausgebildet, dass das Fußteil 1 oder das Griffteil 2 in diese eingesteckt und darin gehalten werden können. So können z.B. sowohl das Fußteil 1 als auch das Griffteil 2 an verschiedenen unterschiedlichen Stellen des Verbindungsgurts eingesetzt und somit der Abstand zwischen dem Fußteil 1 und dem Griffteil 2 eingestellt werden.The Figures 1 to 5 The stretching device for carrying out stretching exercises, shown in various positions of use, contains a foot part 1, a handle part 2 and a flexible, non-elastic connecting strap 3, by which the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 are connected to one another. The connecting strap 3 has several loop-shaped receptacles 4 arranged next to one another for inserting the foot part 1 and the handle part 2. The loop-shaped receptacles 4 are spaced apart from one another and designed in such a way that the foot part 1 or the handle part 2 can be inserted into them and held therein. For example, both the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 can be inserted at various different points on the connecting strap and the distance between the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 can thus be adjusted.

In dem gezeigten Ausführungsbeispiel besteht das als Verbindungsgurt ausgeführte Verbindungselement 3 aus einem einzigen Gurtstück, das mit übereinanderliegenden Gurtlagen 4 und 5 zur Bildung zweier endseitiger Schlaufen 6 und 7 gefaltet ist und dessen Enden an einem Verbindungbereich 9 neben der Schlaufe 7 miteinander vernäht sind. Durch Verbindungsnähte 10 zwischen den beiden Gurtlagen 6 und 7 werden die schlaufenförmigen Aufnahmen 4 gebildet.In the embodiment shown, the connecting element 3 designed as a connecting belt consists of a single piece of belt which is folded with superimposed belt layers 4 and 5 to form two end loops 6 and 7 and whose ends are are sewn together in a connecting area 9 next to the loop 7. The loop-shaped receptacles 4 are formed by connecting seams 10 between the two belt layers 6 and 7.

Das Fußteil 1 und auch das Griffteil 2 sind stabförmig vorzugsweise aus einem Rundprofil hergestellt und bestehen bevorzugt aus Holz. Das Fußteil 1 und das Griffteil 2 können aber anstelle eines runden Querschnitts auch einen unrunden Querschnitt aufweisen und aus Kunststoff oder einem anderen geeigneten Material hergestellt sein.The base part 1 and the handle part 2 are rod-shaped, preferably made from a round profile, and are preferably made of wood. However, instead of a round cross-section, the base part 1 and the handle part 2 can also have a non-round cross-section and be made from plastic or another suitable material.

Wie aus den Figuren 4 und 5 hervorgeht, sind das Fußteil 1 und das Griffteil 2 in der gezeigten Ausführung identisch ausgebildet und weisen einen schlankeren mittleren Bereich 11 und äußere Griff- bzw. Abstützbereiche 12 auf. Der Durchmesser der ersten Schlaufe 7 ist so gewählt, dass das Griffteil 2 mit Kraft in die Schlaufe 7 eingesteckt bzw. aus dieser herausgezogen werden muss. Somit wird ein Herausfallen des Griffteils 2 beim Transportieren des Übungsgeräts verhindert. Die weiteren schlaufenförmigen Aufnahmen 4 sind etwas größer gestaltet, so dass ein Wechsel zwischen den Aufnahmen ohne großen Kraftaufwand einfach durchgeführt werden kann. Da bei Dehnübungen häufig der Abstand zwischen dem Fußteil 1 und dem Griffteil 2 verändert werden muss, kann dadurch die Handhabung vereinfacht werden.As can be seen from the Figures 4 and 5 As can be seen, the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 are identical in the design shown and have a slimmer middle area 11 and outer grip or support areas 12. The diameter of the first loop 7 is selected such that the handle part 2 has to be inserted into or pulled out of the loop 7 with force. This prevents the handle part 2 from falling out when the exercise device is being transported. The other loop-shaped holders 4 are slightly larger so that changing between the holders can be done easily without much effort. Since the distance between the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 often has to be changed during stretching exercises, this can simplify handling.

Über den schlankeren mittleren Bereich 11 sind das Fußteil 1 und das Griffteil 2 drehbar aber gegen Herausfallen gesichert an dem Verbindungsgurt 3 gehalten. Um das Einsetzen des Fußteils 1 und des Griffteils 2 in die Aufnahmen zu erleichtern, können die Griff- bzw. Abstützbereiche 12 leicht konisch ausgebildet sein. Zur Vermeidung eines Abrutschens der Hände bzw. Füße können die Griff- bzw. Haltebereiche außerdem mit einer rutschfesten Oberfläche versehen sein. Bei der Oberfläche kann es sich um eine spezielle Beschichtung, einen Überzug oder einen aufgerauten oder anderweitig bearbeiteten Bereich handeln.The foot part 1 and the handle part 2 are held on the connecting strap 3 via the slimmer middle area 11 so that they can rotate but are secured against falling out. To make it easier to insert the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 into the receptacles, the grip or support areas 12 can be slightly conical. To prevent hands or feet from slipping, the grip or holding areas can also be provided with a non-slip surface. The surface can be a special coating, a cover or a roughened or otherwise processed area.

Aus den Figuren 1 bis 5 ist ersichtlich, dass sowohl das Fußteil 1 als auch das Griffteil 2 nicht nur in die beiden Schlaufen 7 und 8 an den Enden des Verbindungsgurts 3, sondern in beliebige Aufnahmen 4 zwischen den beiden Schlaufen 7 und 8 eingesetzt werden können. Dadurch kann der Abstand zwischen dem Fußteil 1 und dem Griffteil 2 einfach verändert und an die j eweiligen Bedürfnisse angepasst werden.From the Figures 1 to 5 it is clear that both the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 can be inserted not only into the two loops 7 and 8 at the ends of the connecting belt 3, but also into any receptacle 4 between the two loops 7 and 8. This means that the distance between the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 can be easily changed and adapted to the respective needs.

Mit dem vorstehend beschriebenen Dehnungsgerät können z.B. Dehnungsübungen im Sitzen durchgeführt werden. Hierzu stützt man sich mit den Fußsohlen auf dem Fußteil 1, greift das Griffteil 2 mit beiden Händen und übt mit dem Griffteil 2 einen Zug gegen das über die Füße abgestützte Fußteil 1 aus. Dadurch können Dehnübungen mit einem voreingestellten, jedoch bei Bedarf einfach veränderbaren Abstand zwischen Fußteil und Griffteil durchgeführt werden.With the stretching device described above, for example, stretching exercises can be carried out while sitting. To do this, support yourself with the soles of your feet on the foot part 1, grasp the handle part 2 with both hands and use the handle part 2 to pull against the foot part 1 supported by your feet. This allows stretching exercises to be carried out with a preset distance between the foot part and the handle part, which can easily be changed if necessary.

Wie aus Figur 3 hervorgeht kann der Abstand zwischen dem Fußteil 1 und dem Griffteil 2 auch noch zusätzlich dadurch verändert werden, dass der Verbindunggurt 3 durch Aufwickeln des Verbindungsgurts 3 am Griffteil 2 durch Drehen des Griffteils 2 verkürzt bzw. durch Abwickeln wieder verlängert wird. Um eine Drehung des Griffteils 2 innerhalb der Aufnahme 4 des Verbindungsgurts 3 zu verhindern und somit ein Aufrollen zu erleichtern, ist es allerdings zweckmäßig, wenn der Verbindungsgurt 3 z.B. durch Schrauben fest mit dem Griffteil 2 verbunden ist.As from Figure 3 As can be seen, the distance between the foot part 1 and the handle part 2 can also be additionally changed by shortening the connecting strap 3 by winding the connecting strap 3 on the handle part 2 by turning the handle part 2 or lengthening it again by unwinding it. In order to prevent the handle part 2 from rotating within the holder 4 of the connecting strap 3 and thus to make it easier to roll it up, it is however expedient if the connecting strap 3 is firmly connected to the handle part 2, e.g. by screws.

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  1. Stretching device for stretching exercises, having a foot part (1), a grip part (2) and a flexible, non-elastic connecting element (3) for connecting the foot part (1) to the grip part (2), wherein the connecting element is configured as a connecting strap (3) with several loop-shaped receptacles (4) arranged next to one another for inserting the foot part (1) and the grip part (2), characterized in that the grip part (2) is firmly connected to the connecting strap (3) in order to be able to additionally change the distance between the foot part (1) and the grip part (2) by winding and unwinding the connecting strap (3).
  2. Stretching device according to claim 1, characterized in that the connecting strap (3) is formed from a single strap piece with superimposed strap layers (5, 6).
  3. Stretching device according to claim 2, characterized in that the strap piece with the superimposed strap layers (5, 6) is folded to form two loops (7, 8) at the ends and the ends of the strap piece are sewn together at a connecting area (9).
  4. Stretching device according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that the receptacles (4) are formed by connecting seams (10) between the strap layers (5, 6).
  5. Stretching device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the foot part (1) and the grip part (2) are rod-shaped.
  6. Stretching device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the foot part (1) and the grip part (2) have a slimmer central region (11) and outer grip or support regions (12).
  7. Stretching device according to claim 6, characterized in that the grip or support regions (12) are slightly conical.
  8. Stretching device according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that the grip or support regions (12) are provided with an anti-slip surface.
  9. Stretching device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the foot part (1) and the grip part (2) are made of wood, plastic or another suitable material.
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