JPH09294829A - Stretch apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To enable a user to obtain a high stretch effect singly not requiring a help of someone else. SOLUTION: A stretch apparatus comprises a seat table 2, a pair of arms 6 having handles 5 rotatably fitted to both sides of the seat table 2, and a belt 8 installed on one of paired arms 6 or between both arms 6, 6, and with the belt 8 hung on an arbitrary region of the human body such as shoulders, legs or the like, the arms 6 are turned to stretch a muscle or a tendon.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a tool used for performing flexible gymnastics, so-called stretching, in a gym or the like.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Stretching is a gymnastics that stretches the muscles and tendons of various parts of the body, and has the advantages of improving blood circulation throughout the body, improving the efficiency of sports activities, and preventing injuries and muscle aches caused by sports.・ Recovery from physical fatigue. Proper stretching requires relaxation and self-pacing. Above all, it is a particularly important requirement that the muscles and tendons are slowly stretched without being recoiled, and in addition, it is important to stop the stretched part for a while. Conventionally, as a fitness equipment used indoors, there are many weight training machines for strengthening muscles and so-called exercise bikes or room runners for improving endurance, but especially stretching. Has become a dedicated instrument for fishing.

[0003]

By the way, when performing stretching alone, it is quite difficult to be in a state of "stopping for a while in a stretched state" as described above. For this reason, under the present circumstances, a method of performing effective stretching with the help of another person and applying a slight compulsive force is adopted, but this method causes a sudden reaction or excessive force. There was a case where it ended up. As described above, stretching alone is not enough to obtain a sufficient effect, and overstretching may occur if the assistance of another person is obtained. The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned conventional circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a stretching device by which a user can obtain a high stretching effect independently without the help of another person. Is.

[0004]

Therefore, according to the present invention, the stretching device includes a seat, a pair of arms having handles rotatably mounted on both sides of the seat, and a pair of arms. A belt, which is singly or attached between both arms, so that the arm is rotated while the belt is suspended on an arbitrary part of the body such as a shoulder or a leg to pull a muscle or a tendon. It was done.

[0005]

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION Embodiments of the present invention will be described below based on the embodiments shown in the drawings. FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a stretching device according to the present invention, and FIGS. 2, 3, and 4 are side views showing a usage state of the stretching device.

[0006]

EXAMPLE As shown in FIG. 1, a pedestal 2 of a stretching device 1 according to this example is formed by bending a metal pipe into a rectangular shape to form an outer frame and having a plurality of metal pipes between its long sides. Horizontal bar 3
Are arranged in a cage shape and are connected to the pedestal 2 so that a plurality of gaps 3a are formed. These horizontal bars 3 have a diameter smaller than that of the metal pipe forming the outer frame,
It is fixed to the outer frame so that there is a slight gap between the floor on which the pedestal is placed and the horizontal axis. This is to secure a gap in which the belt 8 described later can slide smoothly.

A large-diameter metal pipe is fixed along the horizontal bar 3 in the middle of the pedestal 2, and a rod-shaped support column 4 is rotatably attached by being inserted into the hollow portion. A pair of handles 5 are provided upright on both ends of the column 4.
Furthermore, the arm (arm rod) 6 is orthogonal to the handle 5
Is provided. Three hooks 7 are attached to the inner surface of the arm (arm rod) 6 at appropriate intervals. Reference numeral 8 denotes a belt that is hung on an arbitrary part of the body such as a shoulder or a leg, and is attached by engaging a hook 7 of an arm (arm rod) 6 with loops 8a formed at both ends of the belt 8 and one arm. The belt 8 can be arranged only on the (arm rod) 6 or across the arms 6 and 6.

A hook 7 is also provided on the pair of handles 5, and a short belt 9 can be stretched between the pair of handles 5. The belts 8 and 9 are
A wide and durable one made of plain weave duck cloth, such as that used for automobile seat belts, is preferable, and one having a wide contact surface when suspended on an arbitrary part of the body is preferable.

Next, a method of using the stretching device 1 will be specifically described. First, a stretching device 1 placed on the floor
A thick rug 10 such as a seat is spread on the pedestal 2 and the user sits between the handles with their legs extended. Then, for example, when stretching the back muscles, as shown in FIG. 2, the belt 8 is pulled upward from the gap 3a of the horizontal bar 3 of the pedestal 2 which is located just below the shoulder position of the user. Pull it up and hang it on your shoulder. In this state, the user bends forward and at the same time gradually pushes down the handle 5 toward the tip side (front). By this action, you can slowly stretch the muscles and tendons at your own pace without any recoil, and you can also obtain a compulsive force as if you are pushing it by another person.

FIG. 3 shows a case where the back side of the thigh is pulled. In this case, the belt 8 is pulled out from the gap 3a of the horizontal bar 3 of the pedestal 2 corresponding to the rear position of the user and is hung on the foot, and another short belt 9 is attached between the handles 3. Put the handle 5 on the toe side (front)
Push down to. As a result, the toes are pulled backward by the belt 8 and the thighs are pressed downward by the belt 9, so that the user's thigh is securely fixed and the backside of the thigh can be effectively pulled. .

FIG. 4 shows the case of pulling the inside of the thigh and the hip joint. In this case, two belts 8 are used. First, the user sits on the pedestal 2 in a state in which the legs are bent and cross-shaped, and both ends of each belt 8 are individually engaged with the left and right handles 5 in a loop using the two hooks 7 respectively. The ring-shaped belt 8 is pulled out from the gap 3a of the horizontal bar 3 of the pedestal 2 located immediately below the bent leg and suspended on the tip of the bent knee. Handle 5 in this state
Push down forward. Then, the tip portion of the knee is pulled down to open the leg, and the muscles and tendons of the inner side of the thigh and the hip joint are stretched.

It is to be noted that the gist and object of the present invention is to comprise a rotatable arm attached to a seat and a belt properly attached to this arm, and by moving the arm, the belt is pulled and stretched. Needless to say, the mounting method and the mounting position of the belt on the arm are not limited to those in the above-described embodiment, but various uses can be made depending on the user's ingenuity.

[0013]

Since the present invention is constructed as described above, there is an excellent effect that the user can obtain a high stretching effect independently without the help of others.

[Brief description of drawings]

1 is a perspective view of a stretching device according to the present invention. FIG.

FIG. 2 is a side view showing a use state of the stretching device.

FIG. 3 is a side view showing a use state of the stretching device.

FIG. 4 is a side view showing a use state of the stretching device.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 Stretching device 2 Pedestal (sitting table) 3 Horizontal bar 3a Gap 4 Strut (rotating shaft) 5 Handle 6 Arm (arm rod) 7 Hook 8 Belt 8a Loop 9 Short belt 10 Seating team

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. A seat, a pair of arms having handles rotatably attached to both sides of the seat, and a belt attached to either one of the pair of arms or between the arms. A stretching device characterized by pulling a muscle or a tendon by rotating the arm while the belt is suspended on an arbitrary part of the body such as a shoulder or a leg.