FR3116206A1 - General weight machine - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a weight machine comprising: - a force wheel (1) comprising at least one rotatable element (2) preferably internal to the force wheel; And - at least one actuating means (7) of the wheel, such as a force lever; wherein the effort wheel (1) is adapted so that the actuating means (7) induces the rotation of the wheel (35) or of its rotatable element (2), characterized in that the The weight machine includes at least two of the following features (a), (b) or (c): (a) the device is portable, (b) the device is deployable, and/or (c) the device weighs less than 30kg. its use and associated bodybuilding processes.

Description

General weight machine

1. FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a reduced-size general weight-training device comprising an effort wheel making it possible to strengthen almost all the muscles of the human body. Said device is compact, small in size, versatile, easily transportable and the resistance for the effort is easily adjustable.

The invention finds an application in the fields of bodybuilding and fitness and is particularly intended for sports practice at home or while traveling.

TECHNOLOGICAL BACKGROUND

There is a wide variety of weight machines, which can generally be classified into two main categories, namely, stationary weight machines such as weight presses with frames, weights, pulleys, brackets and portable weight machines. such as torsion bars, dumbbells. The first are very bulky, heavy, expensive, difficult to transport. The latter lack versatility.

The present invention aims to find a compromise between the often specialized portable devices and the often very bulky fixed weight training devices.

There are many types of weight machines. Some advantages and disadvantages of the main types of devices are discussed below.

CN208176809 is an illustration of fixed weight stations whose disadvantages have been established above.

TWNM499429 and FR2550948 are illustrations of devices using rubber bands or/and springs. They are economical and versatile. However, the resistance is not adjustable.

CN208900437 discloses machines using hydraulic or pneumatic cylinders as resistance. The disadvantage is that the resistance depends partly on the speed of execution of the movement.

CN209108522 illustrates dumbbells using free loads. They are widely used due to their durability and versatility.

US4637604, DE19927433 and US5954621 are illustrations of devices using friction resistance in the medical field.

US5256124, US2003216229, US2005043153, US5989162 and WO2017136366 also illustrate devices intended for sports practice using friction brakes. They all differ from the present invention by the ergonomics, the resistance adjustment system, the use and the number of exercises that can be performed.

US5029850, US2013157818, US2007111869 and DE202005017742 are illustrations of devices using rubber bands or/and springs. They have the advantage of being versatile but they have the disadvantages of being relatively bulky, which makes them difficult to transport and their resistance is not quickly adjustable.

The object of the present invention proposes a solution to remedy these deficiencies. Indeed, by integrating an effort wheel, the dimensions and weight of which are easily controllable, it is now possible to offer a lightweight, compact, portable, versatile, ergonomic and reduced-size weight training device, with controlled solidity. .

Thus, among other advantages, the present invention includes a durable resistance, capable of producing less noise than the state of the art, easily adjustable, capable of presenting a wide range of "force" making it possible to adapt to a large public and to meet the changing needs of the user by allowing a large number of exercises with great comfort. In addition, the manufacture of the device according to the present invention is inexpensive thanks to the small quantity of material used and inexpensive standard materials.

The resistance generated by the invention can also be constant and smooth, which reduces the risk of injury to joints, back, etc. This specificity can be interesting for people with back or joint problems and for beginners who do not know how to correctly perform the movements of bodybuilding exercises.

• une roue d’effort 1 comportant au moins un élément mobile en rotation 2 préférentiellement interne à la roue d’effort ; et
• au moins un moyen d’actionnement 7 de la roue, tel qu’un levier de force ;

dans lequel la roue d’effort 1 est adaptée de manière à ce que le moyen d’actionnement 7 induise la rotation de la roue 35 ou de son élément mobile en rotation 2, caractérisé en ce que l’appareil de musculation comprend au moins deux des caractéristiques (a), (b) ou (c) suivantes :
(a) l’appareil est portable,
(b) l’appareil est déployable, et/ou
(c) l’appareil pèse moins de 30kg.The object of the present invention therefore relates to a weight-training device comprising:

• a force wheel 1 comprising at least one rotatable element 2 preferably internal to the force wheel; And
• at least one actuating means 7 of the wheel, such as a force lever;

in which the effort wheel 1 is adapted so that the actuating means 7 induces the rotation of the wheel 35 or of its rotatable element 2, characterized in that the weight-training device comprises at least two of the following characteristics (a), (b) or (c):
(a) the device is portable,
(b) the device is deployable, and/or
(c) the device weighs less than 30kg.

The object of the present invention also relates to the use of a device according to the present invention for regular and/or occasional bodybuilding.

The object of the present invention also relates to a bodybuilding method comprising the use of an apparatus according to the present invention.

DEFINITIONS

By "weight training device", it is understood in the context of the present invention a device allowing its user to increase his muscle mass.

It is implicit in the context of the present invention that the term "user" covers a user.

By “resistance”, it is understood in the context of the present invention a force which opposes a physical movement.

By "element movable in rotation", it is understood in the context of the present invention an element movable in rotation relative to the weight-training device (i.e. relative to the support to which it is fixed or placed) in its entirety.

By “internal mobile element”, it is understood in the context of the present invention a mobile element with respect to the force wheel in its entirety, e.g. with respect to the static external surface of the force wheel.

By "force wheel", it is understood in the context of the present invention a wheel mounted on a fixed support comprising an element generating resistance to the movement of said wheel. As a result, the effort wheel requires muscular effort from the user to be driven. In one embodiment, the effort wheel has only one direction of rotation, which allows the user to pull and push it.

By "a single direction of rotation of the wheel", it is understood in the context of the present invention that the resistance generated by the force wheel is expressed in a single direction of rotation, i.e. only in the clockwise direction of rotation. , or counterclockwise rotation. In a privileged manner, it is understood that said resistance of the force wheel is expressed when the user drives said force wheel during the concentric contraction of the movement, that is to say the contraction equivalent to the lifting of a weight (in a different way to static and eccentric contractions). Thus on one side of the effort wheel, the user will pull the actuating means of the effort wheel to perform the exercises in order to develop, for example, the biceps, and on the other side of said wheel of effort, the user will push said effort wheel to perform the exercises in order to develop, for example, the triceps.

By "portable device", it is understood in the context of the present invention that it can be easily lifted by a person, once folded, and that it thus has a compact appearance with a limited footprint. For example, the device can be assembled and disassembled in less than 15 minutes, preferably in less than 10 minutes, or even in less than 5 minutes.

By "deployable device", it is understood in the context of the present invention that the device comprises at least two forms, one of them reduced in size and another extended. The deployment means can be means for folding or sliding components of the device. Thus these shapes can be obtained by bending part(s) of the device, or by sliding the tubes into each other with locking means, for example.

By "lever", it is understood in the context of the present invention that a lever is a rigid part, elongated in pivot connection with respect to a fixed part, which makes it possible to transform a movement.

In order to facilitate reading and by way of example, the reference signs found in all the figures have been inserted throughout the description, without however limiting the teaching thereof to the embodiments represented in the figures.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Effort wheel

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that said at least one movable element 2 of the device is movable relative to the support 40.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that said device is fixedly attached to a support 40, which support 40 comprises for example at least one lateral stabilization means 44a, 44b and / or at least one longitudinal stabilization means 49, 41b.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the actuating means 7 induces the rotation in a single direction of the wheel 35 or of its rotatable element 2, the latter which may be internal to the effort wheel.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises a force wheel 1 comprising at least two internal mobile elements 2 with preferentially different directions of rotation 35 under force.

In a particular embodiment, the exercise device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the force wheel (1) is a friction force wheel and/or an elastic resistance force wheel.

By "elastic resistance" or "elastic means", it is understood in the context of the present invention an object which has elasticity such as a rubber band or a spring, that is to say an object having the capacity to essentially return to its initial shape after being subjected to a force generating its deformation.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the rotatable element (2) of the effort wheel (1) is connected to a first gear element (4 ) such as a toothed wheel, in particular notched.

A toothed wheel, in particular notched, can thus be applied to an effort wheel (1) with friction and/or an effort wheel with elastic resistance.

In the case of the effort wheel (1) with friction, a brake can be applied to a second gear: the mobile element in rotation is then a toothed wheel, this same toothed wheel shares the same center of rotation and is integral with the first gear, and this first gear is in contact with the second gear blocked and/or braked by the brake pads.

Elastic wheel and hydraulic/pneumatic cylinder

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that said device comprises an additional lever (15) connected on the one hand with the rotatable element (2a) and connected on the other hand to elastic means (18) providing elastic resistance.

Advantageously, the additional lever (15) has a face in the shape of an arc of a circle.

Advantageously, the rotation of the additional lever 15 and/or of the mobile element 2a is blocked by an element 16 connected to at least one of the side faces 50. This configuration allows the additional lever 15 to be placed in the initial position.

The shape of the additional lever (15) in an arc of a circle makes it possible, when the center of the arc of a circle of the additional lever (15) coincides with the hook (19a), to move the hook (19b) and/or the element (17) on the additional lever (15) without modifying the length of the resistor (18) and the initial position of the rotatable element (2a). Indeed, the arcuate shape makes the length between the hook (19a) and the hook (19b) equidistant over all the positions of the element (17) on the additional lever (15). This configuration makes it possible, for example, to stretch a rubber band at the initial position of the mobile element in rotation (2a) in the same way on all the positions of the hook (19b) with respect to the additional lever (15) .

Advantageously, the hook 19a according to the present invention can be characterized in that it is slightly movable, between 0 and 15 centimeters, on the support 40 so that the user 55 can tighten the resistance 18 further, for example elastic, depending on their wear.

By "initial position of the movable element in rotation", it is understood in the context of the present invention that it is the position of the movable element in rotation (2a) at rest, that is to say when the movement of the effort wheel (1) is not engaged.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the face in the form of an arc of a circle is substantially inscribed in a plane perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the movable element in spin.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that a hook 19b and/or an element 17 is removable on the additional lever 15.

In a particular embodiment, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the additional lever 15 is connected to a second gear element 5, such as a toothed wheel, in particular notched.

Advantageously, an element 17 according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises a mechanism making it possible to join and/or disjoin with the additional lever 15 in order to slide on the additional lever 15.

Advantageously, an element 17 according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises a means of attaching the resistors 18 and/or attaching hooks 19b in order to attach the resistors 18.

Advantageously, the additional lever 15 according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises graduations making it possible to indicate the level of resistance of the resistance 18.

Another gear element 5 preferably makes it possible to reverse the direction of rotation and/or to modify the torque.

The toothed wheel can thus allow the transmission of movement, which movement can then be transmitted in both directions of rotation of the movable element of the force wheel.

In a particular embodiment, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the second gear element 5 is in contact with the first gear element 4.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can further be characterized in that the elastic means is chosen from the list consisting of a piston, particularly hydraulic or pneumatic, a rubber elastic and a spring, particularly spring of traction.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that a cylinder 18, for example hydraulic or pneumatic, is attached to said at least one internal mobile element 2a and to the support 40.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that an elastic resistance 18 is attached to the internal mobile element 2a and to the support 40.

In a particular embodiment, according to the present invention can be characterized in that the resistance 18 comprises a hook or a carabiner at its end.

In a particular embodiment, according to the present invention can be characterized in that the resistor 18 comprises a tubular rubber elastic.

In a particular embodiment, according to the present invention can be characterized in that the resistor 18 is compressible and/or stretchable.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises any mechanism allowing the resistance to be tightened/blocked at different points of the resistance 18, preferably if the resistance 18 is an elastic, so as to modify the level of the resistance 18 by modifying the stretchable length of the elastic.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the effort wheel 1 is adapted so that weights can be added to the internal mobile element 2a. Even more preferentially, a bar perpendicular to the internal mobile element 2a on an overhang makes it possible to place said weights on it.

Preferably, the position of the weight is movable on said perpendicular bar.

By "weight", it is understood in the context of the present invention an object composed of materials having a high density such as cast iron, steel, high density rubber.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the elastic means comprises a unit 18a, 18b, 18c, 18d, 18e, 18f that can be mounted and/or dismantled, i.e. the possibility of putting several resistors by considering a resistance as a unit. For example, to make a resistance of 100kilos, you can put either a rubber band/resistance/unit of 100kilos, or 4 rubber band/resistance/unit of 25kilos.

Thus, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the elastic means 18a, 18b, 18c, 18d, 18e, 18f comprises at least one compartment, preferably at least two compartments. By "compartment" is understood in the context of the present invention a cavity that can take for example the form of a piston and / or a cylinder.

Advantageously, the weight machine according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises an elastic sub-element 18a, 18b, 18c, 18d, 18e, 18f removable from the compartment(s) of the weight machine.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the elastic sub-element 18a, 18b, 18c, 18d, 18e, 18f is interchangeable, advantageously with a second elastic sub-element, which may be identical or different in terms of elasticity to the first. Thus it is possible to simply replace the elastic sub-element if it wears out and no longer provides the necessary force to the device, or to adapt the force of the device according to the wishes of the user.

Advantageously, a rotatable element 2a according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises graduations, preferably on the rim of wheel 1, making it possible to indicate the position of section 9 of the actuating means of the wheel 7. This configuration allows the user to easily and quickly adjust the device according to the strength exercise.

Ratchet wheel

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the internal mobile element 2 of the effort wheel 1 is a ratchet wheel 2b and that the device is provided with a non-return pawl 20 of said ratchet wheel 2b.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can thus be characterized in that the internal mobile element (2) of the effort wheel (1) is a ratchet wheel (2b), the the device being provided with a non-return pawl (20) of said ratchet wheel (2b) and the effort wheel comprises a brake (23a, 23b) making it possible to slow the rotation of said ratchet wheel (2b).

By “ratchet wheel”, it is understood in the context of the present invention a non-return device forcing a rotary mechanism to turn in one direction only. This wheel is provided on all its circumference with notches causing in the desired direction the lifting of a pawl to let it pass but blocked by it in the other direction.

By "pawl", it is understood in the context of the present invention, a small lever pushed by a spring, in engagement with the notches of a ratchet wheel 2b in a single direction of rotation 35 and not in the other direction rotation 35.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the non-return pawl 20 of said ratchet wheel 2b comprises an elastic means 21.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that said effort wheel 1 is adapted so as to attach the internal mobile element 2 to the actuating means 7 of the effort wheel so that the resistance is generated in both directions of rotation.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the ratchet wheel 2b comprises disc-shaped recesses 30 in the central part of the wheel allowing material to be saved.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the ratchet wheel 2b comprises a metal and is preferably entirely metallic. Advantageously, in order to limit the weight of the device, the ratchet wheel 2b can be made of a light metal alloy or of light metal such as aluminum. In another embodiment, the ratchet wheel 2b is made of a light and resistant composite material comprising, for example, Kevlar®.

Ratchet wheel brake and compression measurement

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the effort wheel 1 comprises a brake 23a, 23b making it possible to slow down the rotation of said at least one internal mobile element 2, such as a ratchet wheel 2b.

Preferably, the exercise device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the brake is a friction brake.

Preferably, the exercise device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the brake is a friction brake 23 composed of a brake pad in contact with the internal mobile element 2 in order to compress it.

By “brake pad”, it is understood in the context of the present invention that a brake pad consists of two parallel stirrups supporting pads making it possible to brake the force wheel 1. The pads exert pressure on the wheel ratchet 2b, which requires more effort from the user to move it.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the brake pads are compressed on the internal mobile element 2 by a screw-nut system 24.

Preferably, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the brake pads are compressed on the internal movable element 2 by an electric actuator such as an electric motor or an electric cylinder or an electromagnet.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that a lever 26 is in contact with the screw of the screw-nut system 24 in order to facilitate the screwing and unscrewing of said screw for the user.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the brake pads are made of felt, polymer or cork.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the side faces 50 of the effort wheel 1 are slightly curved in order to better distribute the pressure of the brakes on the internal mobile element 2.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the brake 23a, 23b is adapted so as to be able to scale 28, calibrate, measure and/or maintain pressure on the internal mobile element 2 of the wheel effort 1.

By "calibrate", it is understood in the context of the present invention that calibration makes it possible to determine the existing relationship between the indications given by a standard and the values of the quantity to be measured.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the pressure on the internal mobile element 2 is measured using sensors, preferably a force sensor.

By "force sensor" is understood within the context of the present invention a system which produces an output signal proportional to the applied force or weight. There are different types of force sensor or load cells such as piezoelectric, hydraulic, pneumatic sensors which can be applied to the device according to the present invention.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the pressure on the internal mobile element 2 of the wheel is calibrated with a weight 27.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the standard 27 is placed on the lever 26 of the screw-nut system 24, even more preferentially, is placed on the end of the lever 26 of the screw-nut system 24.

By "standard", it is understood in the context of the present invention that a standard is an object or instrument which materializes a unit of measurement and serves as a reference for the calibration of other objects or instruments.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the standard 27 placed on the lever 26 of the screw-nut system 24 is movable on the lever 26.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the graduations 28 are correlated to the position of the lever 26 of the screw-nut system and of the resistance.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that a mechanical system 25, for example a button, makes it possible to rotate the lever 26 of the screw-nut system 24 without causing the rotation of the screw of the system. screw-nut 24.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the mechanical system 25 comprises a button, for example a push button or an indexing finger or a locking pin, making it possible to secure/disengage the lever 26 of the bolt of the screw-nut system 24.

Means of actuation

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that an actuation means 7 is connected to at least one of the two side faces 50 of the effort wheel 1.

By "side face", it is understood in the context of the present invention that the side faces correspond to the two flat opposite faces of the body of said wheel.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the actuating means 7 and the effort wheel 1 pivot around the same axis/center of rotation 3 connected to at least least one of the two side faces 50.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the lever actuates the internal movable element of the effort wheel 1.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that said pawl 20 is directly connected to effort wheel 1 or to an external element of this wheel, such as actuating means 7.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises an anti-noise shell at the level of the pawl 20 in order to reduce the noise of the latter, more preferably, this shell is placed on the wheel actuating means 7.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the actuating means 7 is rotatable on at least one axis, said preferentially sharing at least one axis being preferentially inscribed in the plane of rotation of the effort wheel 1 or/and the same center of rotation 3 of effort wheel 1.

By "center of rotation of the effort wheel", it is understood in the context of the present invention that the effort wheel is mounted in rotation on an axis integral with said support 40 and that the center of this axis corresponds to the center rotation of said effort wheel.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the actuating means 7 is rotatable on two axes.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the actuating means 7 comprises at least one cross section, preferably perpendicular to its main axis.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the actuating means 7 comprises at least one lever.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the actuating means 7 is connected to at least one of the two side faces 50 of the effort wheel 1 and/or the lever 7 comprises optionally two separate sections.

By "separate sections", it is understood in the context of the present invention that a section is a shape, a surface, a diameter, a dimension of a transverse plane section of an object. The actuating means 7 comprises two sections that can be differentiated and interconnected by a pivot 11. Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the lever 7 comprises at least one straight and/or curved section.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the lever 7 comprises two distinct sections.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the lever 7 comprises at least one pivot link 11.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the lever 7 comprises two pivot links 3 and 11, one placed at the level of the center of the effort wheel 1 and the second placed at the end of the first telescopic section 9 of the lever 7.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the lever 7 comprises at least one telescopic section 9.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that a second section 10 of the actuating means (7) comprises two distinct portions (10a, 10b).

Preferably, the two distinct portions of the second section 10 of the actuating means are telescopic.

Preferably, the two distinct portions of the second section 10 of the actuating means measure between 30 and 50 cm when folded.

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that two distinct portions (10a, 10b) are adapted to fit one inside the other.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the section 10 of the actuating means 7 is a cord 10.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the cord 10 of the actuating means 7 comprises a winder making it possible to adapt the size of the cord.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the sections of the lever 7 are rigid in order to allow the user to pull and push.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the effort wheel 1 is adapted to attach the actuating means 7 to it at different places of the said effort wheel 1, for example, holes on the ends of the effort wheel and/or a mechanism 8 such as an indexing finger type button.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the pivots of the ratchet wheel 2b and of the actuating means 7 preferably comprise a ball bearing system 13.

By "ball bearing", it is understood in the context of the present invention that a bearing is a device intended to guide an assembly in rotation, that is to say to allow a part to rotate with respect to a another according to a defined axis of rotation. The bearing is therefore a bearing. Compared to plain bearings, the rolling bearing makes it possible to have a very low resistance to pivoting while supporting significant forces.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the actuating means 7 comprises a handle 22 connected to the pawl 20 making it possible to separate the pawl 20 from the ratchet wheel 2b.

Stand/Base

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that said device is attached to a support 40.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the device is attached to the support 40 by the effort wheel 1 or by the means for actuating the wheel 7.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that at least one friction disc 23 is integrated into the support 40.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the support 40 is attached to the internal mobile element 2.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the support 40 is attached to the center of rotation 3 of the effort wheel 1.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the support 40 is attached in a rotatable manner to the center of rotation 3 of the effort wheel 1.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the support 40 is adapted to be placed and/or connected to the ground.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the support 40 is adapted so as to attach and/or integrate said device to an object and/or a wall and/or the ground 56, in a still more preferably, to a chair 56 and/or a bench 56 via a hooking system.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the device is adapted to add and/or integrate a suction cup therein, for example, to the support 40 in order to further stabilize the device. Indeed, the suction cups are cheap and can replace high loads and/or a system for hanging the device and/or the weight of the user to stabilize the device.

Advantageously, a suction cup connected to the support 40 and to the ground making it possible to further stabilize the weight-training device.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the support 40 comprises at least one lateral stabilization means and/or at least one longitudinal stabilization means.

Thus in one embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that said device is attached to a support 40, which support comprises for example at least one lateral stabilization means 44a, 44b and/or the least one longitudinal stabilization means 49, 41b.

Preferably, the effort wheel can be supported so that the wheel is vertical, that is to say that the axis of rotation of the wheel is inscribed in the horizontal plane.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the support 40 comprises at least one means of supporting the device vertically, optionally, comprises two vertical bars.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the means of supporting the device vertically is telescopic.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that at least one lateral stabilization means 44 is mobile and/or detachable with respect to the support 40.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the stabilization means 44 is removable and can be fitted into the support 40, which allows the user to place it in many different positions.

By "embedded", it is understood in the context of the present invention that an embeddable part is a part having the capacity to be inserted, housed, embedded very exactly in something else.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the support comprises a projection 49 serving as a support point making it possible to stabilize the device when the effort wheel 1 is driven by the actuating means 7 towards the ground.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the stabilization means 44 comprises a notch 48 allowing a chair and/or a bench 56 to be wedged on the support 40.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that at least one lateral stabilization means 44 is adapted to support at least one weight. Preferably, it is a question of supporting at least the weight of the user.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the stabilization means 44 contains reliefs on its surface making it possible to make the surface non-slip and/or to allow the user to wedge his foot in order to stabilize and/or hold the device.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the weight comprises the weight of at least one person 55.

Preferably, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the support 40 has graduations 28 on at least one side face 50.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that said device has a height of between 30 and 70 cm.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the lowest point of the effort wheel 1 is between 10 and 50 cm.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises extensions and/or a recess 43a, 43b, 43c, such as hooks, arranged on the support 40.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the stabilization means 44 comprise a recess/extension 45 making it possible to be connected to the extensions/recesses 43a, 43b, 43c. This configuration allows the user 55 to stabilize the device with his weight while being in a physical position suitable for all bodybuilding exercises.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the support 40 and/or the side faces 50 comprise a recess 47 on the upper part of the device allowing the user 55 whose dimensions of the recess make it possible to wedge and/or place the gripping bar 12a above. This configuration allows the user 55, by adding a section, for example section 10, of the actuating means 7 to said gripping bar 12a to lean on it to do bodybuilding exercises, particularly with the legs.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the recess 47 makes it possible to wedge a chair/or a bench on it to perform weight-training exercises by stabilizing the device.

Means of grip

In a particular embodiment, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the device comprises at least one dedicated gripping means 12 such as a handle.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the device comprises two dedicated gripping means 12, such as handles 60, for example one placed on the effort wheel 1 and the another on an actuating means 7 of the wheel.

The expression "on the effort wheel" has the meaning in the context of the present invention that the gripping means 12 is on a static element of the wheel relative to the internal mobile element 2.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the handle 60 comprises a curved 62a and rectilinear 62b part allowing the user 55 to grasp the handles 60.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the device comprises two dedicated gripping means 12 such as bars 12a, handles 60, straps 12b, a pedal, an element 12c, such as a vest or a T-shirt, intended to make contact between the device according to the present invention and a person.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the gripping bar 12a comprises notches, grooves and/or angles, such as a rectangular-shaped bar, making it possible to slide the handle 60 horizontally and avoid rotation of the handle 60.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the handles 60 comprise bars 64 interconnected by at least one side face 63, preferably two side faces 63, of the handle 60.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the handles 60 comprise bars 64 separated from each other by a space sufficient to slide the gripping bar 12a therein in at least 4 different directions allowing the user 55 to place the straight part of the handle 62b horizontally 12a.1, vertically 12a.2 or diagonally 12.3 with respect to the ground.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the handles 60 comprise a means, for example a pin, making it possible to block/unblock the handles 60 with the grip bar 12a.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises an ankle strap 12b comprising a strap 73, 74, a rigid and/or semi-rigid part 70 and a soft part 72, for example foam, mounted in rotation 75 with any part 71 allowing the ankle strap to be connected to the actuating means 7.

The element 12c intended to make contact between the device according to the present invention and a person, can be worn like clothing and makes it possible to transfer the effort(s).

Preferably, the element 12c is a padded garment such as a vest or a T-shirt with at least one padded portion.

Preferably, the element 12c is a garment for a part above the hips, such as the torso, of the person.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that an element 12c comprises straps 81 making it possible to adjust said element 12c to the size of the user 55, a rigid part 80 and a connection means 82 to the actuating means 7 allowing the user 55 to push or pull the actuating means 7 using mainly his abdominals and his lower back, without interfering with the movement by using the muscles of his arms.

Advantageously, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that at least one dedicated gripping means 12 is placed on the actuating means 7 of the wheel.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the actuating means 7 and the gripping means 12 are adapted to be able to pull and push the effort wheel 1, for example, with a rigid part on the strap allowing the user to push the actuating means of the wheel 7.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the device comprises two dedicated gripping means 12 such as handles, one placed on the support 40 and the other on the actuating means 7 wheel.

Device Features

In a particular embodiment, the device weighs less than 29 kg, preferably less than 28 kg, 27 kg, 26 kg, 25 kg, 24 kg, 23 kg, 22 kg, 21 kg, 20 kg, 19 kg, 18 kg, 17 kg, 16 kg, 15 kg, 14 kg, 13 kg, 12 kg, 11 kg, 10 kg, 9 kg, 8 kg, 7 kg, 6 kg, 5 kg, 4 kg, 3 kg, 2 kg, or even less than 1 kg when carried out in a miniature format (the exercises then become more specific – e.g. arm, hand, grip training, etc.).

More preferably, the weight training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that it weighs less than 20 kg, preferably less than 6 kg.

In a particular embodiment, the device measures less than 1 m, preferably less than 80cm, 70cm, 60cm, 50cm, 40cm, 30cm, 20cm. By "the device measures less than", it is understood within the scope of the present invention that "the greatest measurement that can be taken from one end of the device to the other measures less than".

In addition, when the support to which the device is fixed / placed is the ground, the height of the device may be less than 80cm, 70cm, 60cm, 50cm or even 40cm. By "height of the device", it is understood within the scope of the present invention that the measurement taken from the ground to the highest point of the device.

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the device is foldable and/or deployable without the aid of external tools.

By “external tools”, it is understood in the context of the present invention a tool which is not physically connected to the device, such as a screwdriver or an adjustable wrench which can be found in a tool box for example .

Preferably, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that the device is adapted to be stored in a suitcase or in a bag such as a sports bag.

Advantageously, the weight-training device according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises a non-slip surface on the surfaces of the device in contact with the ground. This configuration makes it possible to further stabilize the device by limiting its sliding on the ground.

Use

The present invention also relates to the use of an apparatus according to the present invention for regular and/or occasional bodybuilding.

In particular, the use according to the present invention can be characterized in that the bodybuilding is carried out in the gym, at home or outdoors.

Advantageously, the use according to the present invention can be characterized in that the weight training device is suitable for the practice of weight training at home.

In a particular embodiment, the use according to the present invention can be characterized in that the user is standing, sitting, lying or squatting.

Preferably, the use according to the present invention can be characterized in that the user is in a standing position.

bodybuilding process

The present invention further relates to a method of bodybuilding comprising the use of an apparatus according to the present invention.

In particular, the method can be characterized in that it comprises the following successive steps:
- (1a) the user places the stabilization means 44 on the bar 40a of the support 40;
- (2a) the user places his feet on the stabilizing means 44 and/or the chair 56 on the bar 40a of the support 40 in order to stabilize the device with the weight of his body;
- (3a) The user stands, for example to work his biceps, triceps and shoulders or seated, for example to work the pecs;
- (4a) the user comes into contact with the actuating means 7 of the device, for example, by using said gripping means 12. Said gripping means 12 is, for example, a handle allowing the user to work muscles such as the biceps, triceps, shoulders or else a strap attached to the leg of the user allowing the user to work muscles such as the hamstrings, the adductors;
- (5a) The user pushes or pulls the actuating means 7 depending on the nature of the exercise. For example, the user pulls the actuation means 7 to work his biceps and pushes the actuation means 7 to work his triceps;
- (6a) the user returns to a position close to or identical to that which he had adopted just before step (5a); And
- (7a) the user repeats steps (5a) and (6a) the desired number of times.

More particularly, the method can be characterized in that it comprises the following successive steps:
- (1b) the user 55 places the stabilization means 44a and/or 44b on the support 40a and/or on the attachment points 43a, 43b, 43c in the position corresponding to the desired exercise;
- (2b) the user moves the element 17 and/or the hook 19b on the lever 15 in order to adapt the level of resistance adapted to his level and to the weight training exercise;
- (3b) the user 55 places his feet on the stabilization means 44 and/or on the support 40a in order to stabilize the device using the weight of his body;
- (4b) the user 55 adjusts the position of the actuating means 7, particularly the section 9, relative to the effort wheel 1. For example, to work his biceps, the user 55 will secure the means of actuation 7 to wheel 1 by any mechanism 8 at position p1 while to work his triceps, he will place it at position p2;
- (5b) the user 55 stands or sits, depending on the nature of the exercise;
- (6b) the user 55 grabs said gripping means 12 or puts on the ankle strap 12b in order to pull or push the actuating means 7 to work, for example, his biceps or his shoulders, or to push the actuating means 7 to work, for example, his triceps or his back;
- (7b) the user 55 returns to a position close to or identical to that which he had adopted just before step 6b. This position also corresponds to the gear 5 and/or the additional lever 15 is in contact with the element 16; and or
- (8b) the user 55 reproduces steps (6b) and (7b) the desired number of times.

FIGURES

There represents a sectional view of the weight-training device, according to a first embodiment, showing in particular the elements below:
- a wheel 1, a gear 4 secured to the wheel 1, and the first section of the actuating means 9 mounted in rotation around the same axis/center of rotation 3 secured to at least one of the side faces 50a and/or 50b. The effort wheel 1, when it is integral and driven by the actuating means 7, rotates in the direction of rotation 35. The center of rotation of the effort wheel is closer to the side 41a of the device because the user 55 pulls the actuating means 7 on this side and pushes the actuating means 7 on the side 41c of the device. Indeed, this configuration has the advantage of allowing leverage with the ground to stabilize the device when the actuating means is pushed towards the ground. Indeed, it is necessary to pull the actuating means 7 from the side 41a and push it from the side 41c to set the effort wheel 1 in motion. This configuration allows the user 55 to perform different exercises depending on the position of the means actuation 7. For example, by pulling, the user 55 can work his biceps, his shoulders and by pushing, the user 55 can work his triceps, his back or his pecs;
- A gear 4 rotatably mounted around the axis 3, meshing with the gear 5;
- An additional lever 15 integral with the gear 5. This configuration makes it possible to lower the center of rotation of the additional lever 15 in order to make the device more compact and/or to improve the ergonomics of the device. It also makes it possible to reverse the direction of rotation by passing from the direction of rotation of 35 to the direction of rotation of 36 so that the output of the additional lever 15, illustrated in the figure by the arrow 37, is done from the side 41c of the device which is more elongated than the side 41a in order to prevent the amplitude of movement of the additional lever 15 from exceeding the ground surface of the device when the force wheel 1 is in motion, which can cause practical and visual discomfort for the user 55. It also makes it possible, by modifying the torque between the gears 4 and 5, to reduce/increase the amplitude of the additional lever 15;
- A resistor 18, elastic/spring/piston hooked between the support 40, the section 41a of the support, and the additional lever 15 by the hooks 19a and 19b. An element 16 makes it possible to block the rotation of the additional lever 15 so that the rubber band is stretched to its length at rest at the moment so that when the user 55 performs his exercises, the resistance, at equal adjustment, is constant. Resistance 18 is compartmentalized into several units 18a, b, c, d, e, f, for example one unit is an elastic tube, so that the user adjusts the level of resistance as best as possible according to his needs;
- an element 17 making it possible to hook all of the rubber bands 18a, b, c, d, e, f above and to move them at the same time on the additional lever 15. The additional lever 15 has a half-moon shape in order to that the distance between the attachment points 19a and 19b is equidistant regardless of the position of the attachment point 19b on the additional lever 15. This configuration makes it possible to modify the length over which the resistance 18 is pulled or stretched and thus, to modify the resistance at the level of the force wheel 1. In this way, the resistance is easily and quickly modifiable by the user 55. Indeed, the more the elastic resistance 18 is stretched or compressed, the more the elastic resistance 18 is important. In other words, this configuration makes it possible to vary the moment of the resistance 18 with respect to the center of rotation 3 of the effort wheel 1 in order to adjust the intensity of the effort to be provided by the user to pull and/or push on the actuating means 7;
- the first section 9 of the actuating means is movable around the axis 3 and any mechanism 8, of the indexing finger type, makes it possible to secure/unsecure the means the section 9 of the lever 7 with the wheel 1. This configuration allows the user 55 to place the lever in the correct position in order to perform the desired strength exercise; And
- the actuating means 7, more particularly the section 9, is movable around the axis 3 and any mechanism 8, of the indexing finger type, makes it possible to secure/disconnect the actuating means of the wheel 7 with the wheel of effort 1. This configuration allows the user 55 to place the lever in a correct position with respect to the effort wheel 1 according to the desired weight training exercise and to obtain the same level of resistance, at resistance 18 and adjustment of the resistance on the equivalent additional lever 15, whatever the initial position, for example P1 or P2 or P3, of the actuating means 7 at the start of the movement. The advantage of this configuration is to obtain an easily adjustable and quickly reproducible level of resistance whatever the exercise performed.

There represents a perspective view of the weight training device, according to one embodiment, particularly showing the elements below:
- Inscriptions on the top of the effort wheel 1 guide the user 55 in adjusting the device for the desired exercise. Indeed, depending on the desired weight training exercise, the lever 7 must be placed in a specific position in order to perform the movement correctly;
- stabilizing means 44a and 44b comprise reliefs (for example on their lower face(s)) allowing them to be wedged in different places on the device so that the user 55 can stabilize the device using its own weight. In particular, the bar 40a and the attachment points 43a, 43b, 43c make it possible to wedge the stabilization means 44a and 44b in several different positions/directions. This configuration allows the user 55 to stabilize the device with the weight of his body while being in a physical position suitable for the exercise;
- a recess 47 on the side faces 50a and 50b allows the user 55 to wedge a bar, more particularly a portion of the lever 10, for example 10a, with the gripping bar 12a, so that the user 55 presses on it to stabilize the device with its own weight. This configuration is particularly used during exercises using the legs; And
- a gripping bar 12a allowing the user 55 to pull and/or push the effort wheel 1.

There shows a perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention comprising the elements described below:
- a force wheel 1 and its internal mobile element 2, a ratchet wheel 2b, mounted in rotation with the support 40 making it possible to generate the resistance;
- An optional arrow 35 which can indicate the direction of rotation under force of the force wheel 1;
- An actuation means 7 of the force wheel placed on the side face 50a for actuating the rotation of the force wheel 1; And
- the bars serving as a means of lateral and longitudinal stabilization 40a, 40d placed on the ground and the bars serving as a support 41a, 41b for the effort wheel 1.

There shows a top view of an embodiment of the present invention comprising an effort wheel 1 rotatably mounted on the support 40. There is shown two brake pads 23a, 23b compressing the ratchet wheel 2b via the screw system -nut 24. A first brake pad 23b is attached to the support 40 on the side face 50b and the second is attached to the side face 50a of the effort wheel 1. The side faces 50a, 50b are very slightly curved, this which makes it possible to better distribute the pressure from the center of the effort wheel 3 to the ends of the effort wheel 1.

There shows a perspective view of the ratchet wheel 2b, according to one embodiment, showing in particular the elements described below:
- A pawl 20 engaged with the ratchet wheel 2b held on the latter with an elastic means 21, for example, a spring and a system 22 allowing it to be separated from the ratchet wheel 2b by lifting it. The direction of rotation is highlighted with the arrow 35 and one can observe the link between the position of the pawl and the notches of the ratchet wheel 2b with the direction of rotation 35 of the ratchet wheel 2b;
- the center of rotation 3 of the ratchet wheel 2b is the same as the center of rotation 3 of the actuating means 7. The ratchet wheel 2b rotates about an axis integrated into the support 40 ; And
- a mechanism, for example a ball bearing 13 on the ratchet wheel 2b around the axis of rotation facilitates rotation when the pressure on the center of rotation is high.

There represents a sectional view of the force wheel 1, according to one embodiment, showing mainly the following elements:
- the axis 3 belonging to the support 40 is adapted so as to support the rotation of the ratchet wheel 2b and to allow the side face 50a to slide/translate without rotating around the axis 3;
- the pawl 20 is held on the ratchet wheel 2b by the elastic means 21 and attached to the actuating means 7, preferably, on the first telescopic section 9, even more preferably, on the end of the part section 9 female;
- a screw-nut system 24 comprising a screw rotating in the nut integrated into the support 40 makes it possible to mechanically compress/decompress the ratchet wheel 2b by causing the side face 50a to slide on the axis 3 by tightening/loosening the screw of the system screw-nut 24 The more the user screws said screw, the more the side face 50a is pulled in the direction of the side face 50b and the greater the pressure exerted by the brake shoe 23a on the ratchet wheel 2b, which increases the resistance ; And
- a lever 26 placed on the screw-nut system 24 facilitates the screwing and unscrewing of the screw of the screw-nut system 24.

There shows a sectional view of an embodiment of the present invention using a friction resistor comprising two wheels, in particular ratchet wheels 2b.1, 2b.2 each having respectively a means for actuating the wheel 7a, 7b, pawls 20a, 20b located respectively on the side faces 50a, 50b of the effort wheel 1. This configuration allows the user to perform convergent, synchronous and asynchronous movements with both arms simultaneously.

There shows a sectional view of the system allowing the resistance of the ratchet wheel to be adjusted, according to one embodiment, allowing the lever 26 to be moved without causing the rotation of the screw of the screw-nut system 24 comprising an actuator 25, preferably an index finger-type button, making it possible to secure/unsecure the lever 26 from the screw of the screw-nut system 24 in order to rotate the lever 26 to place it in the initial position of the graduations 28 without modifying the compression of the wheel at ratchet 2b previously calibrated. This configuration makes it possible to place the lever 26 in the initial position of the graduations, for example corresponding to 0 equivalent kilograms, by ensuring thanks to the standard weight 27 that the compression of the ratchet wheel 2b by the brakes 23 does indeed correspond to 0 equivalent kilos.

There represents a cross-sectional view of a handle 60, according to one embodiment, particularly showing the elements below:
- the handle 60 is composed of a curved and rigid part 62b allowing the user 55 to grasp it with his wrists, a slight extension 61 at the end of the handle preventing the hand from slipping out of the handle, of two side faces 63a, 63b held by the bars 64c, 64d, 64e and the part 64a, 64b of the handle;
- the gaps between the bars 64c, 64d, 64e and the part 64a, 64b are defined in such a way as to be able to slide the handle 60 on the gripping bars 12a in different positions 12a.1, 12a.2, 12a.3 leaving a very small clearance between the grip bar 12a and the handle 60;
- The grip bar 12a is preferably rectangular;
- This configuration allows the user 55 to have several inclinations of the wrist relative to the grip bar 12a. Indeed, depending on the weight training exercise, the inclination of the wrist allows the user 55 to improve his comfort and to work his muscles differently;
- if the handle 60 is inserted into the grip bar 12a in the position 12a.2 between the elements 64a, 64b, 64c and 64e, the wrist of the user 55 is inclined around 45°, inclined with respect to the ground;
- if the handle 60 is inserted into the grip bar 12a in the position 12a.1 between the elements 64e, 64d, 64c and 64b, the wrist of the user 55 is inclined around 180°, inclined with respect to the ground;
- If the handle 60 is inserted into the grip bar 12a in the position 12a.3 between the elements 64a, 64e, 64c and 64d, the wrist of the user 55 is inclined around 90°, inclined with respect to the ground.

There represents a cross-sectional view of the handle 60, according to one embodiment, particularly showing the elements below:
- two side faces 63a and 63b, connected by the bars 64a, 64b, 64c, 64d spaced apart so as to be able to slide the handle 60 in the gripping bar 12a, preferably rectangular, in different directions;
- A handle 62 having a strongly curved part 62a and another rather straight 62b.

There shows a sectional view of the ankle strap, according to one embodiment, particularly showing the elements below:
- The button 71 is used to reattach the ankle strap 12b to the actuating means 7;
- The pivots 75a and 75b make it possible to pivot the ankle strap 12b with respect to the actuating means 7. This configuration allows more freedom of movement for the user 55;
- the ankle strap 12b comprises a rigid part 70, a softer part 72 and a strap 73. This configuration allows the user to push and pull the actuating means 7 in order to perform exercises, for example to build your legs; And
- A strap clip 74 allows the user 55 to install, adjust and remove the ankle strap 12b.

There shows a perspective view of two embodiments (Figure 12a and Figure 12a) of the weight-training device, particularly showing the two embodiments below. The embodiment according to FIG. 12b particularly shows the following elements:
- The sides 41a, 41b and 41c of the support 40 folded so as to make the device very compact for storage and/or transport;
- the fasteners 42a, 42b and 42c allowing the device to be folded in order to make it very compact in order to transport it and/or store it more easily. Thus, to fold the device, one possibility is to separate the stabilization bar from the support 40a from the rest of the rest of the support 40 first, then to fold the device in 3 by releasing the fasteners 42a, 42b and 42c.

The embodiment according to FIG. 12a particularly shows a device using stabilization means 44 connected to each of the side faces of the device 50a and 50b in order to make the device very compact and easy to transport.

There represents a perspective view of the stabilization means 44 of the weight-training machine showing in particular the following elements:
- The stabilizing means 44 comprising notches 46a whose dimensions are adapted to be built-in and removable in the sections of the support 40a, 40b;
- An optional lateral recess 48 in the stabilization means 44 making it possible to wedge, for example, a chair leg resting on one of the side bars of the support 40a and/or 40b;
- A recess 46b in the stabilizing means 44 making it possible to wedge, for example a foot of the user and/or a chair; And
- holes 45 allowing the stabilization means 44 to be placed on the hooks 43a, 43b and 43c according, for example, to the .

represents a side view of the weight training device, according to one embodiment, particularly showing the elements below:
- A user 55 using the weight machine to work the adductors. To do this, the user 55 uses the mobile stabilization means 44a placed on the hooks 43c so that the user 55 can lean on them while being in a good position to push an actuating means 3 according, for example, there or 3 from side 41c to side 41a using an ankle strap 12b according, for example, to the and by resting on the second portion 10b of the section 10 of the lever 7 and on the gripping bar 12a placed at the level of the notch 47;
- the movement of the additional lever 15 according to, for example, the , well engaged and the resistance 18 being tense. Indeed, the shows the end of the movement of an exercise allowing the adductors to be muscled with the user 55 who brings his leg back with an ankle strap 12b towards the inside of his other leg resting on the stabilization means 44a making it possible to stabilize the device ; And
- an element 8 according to, for example, the , is placed at a position P4 of the force wheel. In this way the user 55 will be able to push the lever 7 to do his weight training exercises.

There presents a perspective view of the weight-training device, according to one embodiment, showing in particular two exercises that can be performed according to the figures, FIG. 15a and FIG. 15b, with the present invention. One of the exercises shown in Figure 15a specifically shows the following.
- a user 55 using the weight machine to work the shoulders. To do this, the user 55 uses the support 40, the stabilization means 44a and 44b placed on the bar 40a of the support 40 so that the user 55 can correctly grasp the actuating means 7 at the using the handles 60a and/or 60b inserted into the gripping bar 12a;
- For this exercise, the user 55 fits the second portion 10b into the first portion 10a of the section 10 of the lever 7. This configuration allows the user 55 to pull the effort wheel higher;
- the handles 60a and 60b are placed at the ends of the grip bar 12a, facing the outside of the grip bar 12a and in a parallel position with respect to the grip bar 12a so as to be able to spread the hands further apart than the length of the gripping bar 12a allows it;
- The element 8 is placed in a position P1 of the force wheel. In this way the user 55 will be able to pull the lever 7 to do his weight training exercises.

Figure 15b shows an exercise and more specifically the following elements:
- a user 55 using the weight machine to work the triceps. To do this, the user 55 uses the support 40, the stabilization means 44a and 44b placed on the bar 40a of the support 40 so that the user 55 can correctly grasp the actuating means 7 at the using the handles 60a and 60b inserted into the grip bar 12a;
- The handles 60a and 60b are in an inclined position relative to the grip bar 12a; And
- The element 8 is placed in a position P3 of the force wheel. In this way the user 55 will be able to push the lever 7 to do his bodybuilding exercises

There represents two perspective views of the weight-training device showing in particular two exercises represented in FIGS. 16a and 16b that can be performed with the present invention.

Figure 16a shows an exercise and more specifically the following elements:
- A user 55 using the weight machine to work his abdominal muscles. To do this, the user 55 uses a chair 56 placed in front of the side 41c of the device so that the user is in the direction of pushing;
- Stabilization means placed on the hooks 43b arranged on the side faces 50a and 50b of the device in order to stabilize the device during its weight training exercise;
- An element 8 is placed in a position P4 of the force wheel. In this way the user 55 will be able to push the actuating means of the wheel 7 via a vest 12c to do his weight training exercises without using his arms.

Figure 16b shows an exercise and more specifically the following elements:
- A user 55 using the weight machine to work his pecs. To do this, the user 55 uses a chair 56 placed in front of the side 41a of the device so that the user is in the direction of pushing;
- stabilization means placed on the bar 40a of the support 40 in order to stabilize the device during its weight training exercise;
- A gripping bar 12a is placed directly on the first section 9 of the actuating means of the wheel 7;
- An element 8 is placed at position P2 of the effort wheel. In this way the user 55 will be able to push the actuating means of the wheel 7 via the handles 60a and 60b on the gripping bar 12a to do his weight training exercises.

Claims (10)

Weight machine comprising:

• a force wheel (1) comprising at least one rotatable element (2) preferably internal to the force wheel; And
• at least one actuating means (7) of the wheel, such as a force lever;

wherein the effort wheel (1) is adapted so that the actuating means (7) induces the rotation of the wheel (35) or of its rotatable element (2), characterized in that the the weight machine includes at least two of the following features (a), (b) or (c):
(a) the device is portable,
(b) the device is deployable, and/or
(c) the device weighs less than 30kg. Muscular apparatus according to Claim 1, characterized in that the said apparatus is attached in a fixed manner to a support (40), which support (40) comprises for example at least one lateral stabilization means (44a, 44b) and/or at least a longitudinal stabilization means (49, 41b). Weight machine according to Claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the force wheel (1) is a friction force wheel and/or an elastic resistance force wheel. Weight-training apparatus according to claim 3 comprising a friction effort wheel characterized in that the internal movable element (2) of the effort wheel (1) is a ratchet wheel (2b), the apparatus being provided a non-return pawl (20) of said ratchet wheel (2b) and the effort wheel comprises a brake (23a, 23b) making it possible to brake the rotation of said ratchet wheel (2b). Weight-training device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the rotatable element (2) of the force wheel (1) is connected to a first gear element (4) such as a toothed, in particular notched. Weight-training device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the said device comprises an additional lever (15) connected on the one hand with the rotatable element (2) and connected on the other hand to an elastic means (18) providing elastic resistance. Muscular apparatus according to Claim 6, characterized in that the elastic means is chosen from the list consisting of a piston, particularly hydraulic or pneumatic, a rubber elastic and a spring, particularly an extension spring. Weight machine according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the additional lever (15) has a face in the shape of an arc of a circle. Use of a device according to any one of the preceding claims for regular and/or occasional weight training. Bodybuilding method comprising the use of an apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 8.