KR20150005954A - An exercise device - Google Patents

Abstract

The exercise device 10 includes a hollow body 12 having a flexible wall defining an interior four cavities 18 that are configured to constrict the hollow body 12 in a retracted configuration And the cavity 18 may be substantially filled to form the hollow body 12 in an expanded configuration and may include first and second mounting means 25a and 25b, Characterized in that it comprises at least one handle (2) with a grip (21) and the first and second mounting means (25a, 25b) are fixedly attached to the hollow body (12).

Description

AN EXERCISE DEVICE}

The present invention relates to exercise machines.

The present invention has been developed primarily for use with athletic activities and will be described hereinafter with reference to this application. However, it will be appreciated that the invention is not limited to this particular application.

There are many athletic products available in the market today. Most are individual machines that focus only on specific parts of the body. Certain products, such as Kettlebells, Swiss Exercise Balls and free weight, offer a wide range of movements, but the range of exercises they provide, where they are used, There are limits to all the ways in which they can be used.

The present invention provides a fitness device that overcomes or significantly improves at least some of the deficiencies of the prior art, or at least attempts to provide an alternative.

It should be appreciated that, if any prior art information is incorporated herein, this citation does not acknowledge that the information forms part of the common general knowledge in the art of the invention in Australia or elsewhere.

According to a first aspect, the exercise device of the present invention includes a hollow body having a flexible wall defining a cavity therein, the cavity being substantially empty to form the hollow body in a retracted configuration And the cavity can be substantially filled to form the hollow body in an expanded configuration; At least one handle having a first mounting means, a second mounting means, and a grip between the first mounting means and the second mounting means, wherein the first mounting means and the second mounting means are fixedly attached to the hollow body .

Advantageously, said at least one handle comprises at least two handles fixedly attached to spaced apart portions of said hollow body.

Preferably, the hollow body is substantially flat in the constricted structure.

Advantageously, the motion mechanism further comprises a valve assembly mounted to the hollow body for evacuating or filling the cavity.

Preferably, the cavity can be filled with solid and / or gas and / or liquid.

Preferably, the hollow body includes a tubular intermediate portion.

Preferably, preferably, the hollow body includes first and second ends of substantially hemispherical shape attached to the tubular intermediate portion.

In one embodiment, the hollow body is up to 30 cm in length, most preferably about 25 to 27 cm in length when in an expanded configuration.

Preferably, the hollow body has a width of up to 20 cm, most preferably 15 to 18 cm when in an expanded configuration.

Preferably, the hollow body is made of polyurethane, polyvinyl chloride or chlorosulfonate polyethylene synthetic rubber.

Preferably, the valve assembly includes a unidirectional charge valve.

Preferably, the unidirectional fill valve is adjusted such that both air and liquid can be inserted into the cavity through the unidirectional fill valve.

Preferably, the one-way charging valve is mounted in a valve housing attachable to the hollow body.

Preferably, the hollow body includes an opening through which the tube is mounted, and the valve housing is mountable to the tube.

Preferably, the valve housing includes a male screw hollow section, the tube including a female threaded section.

Preferably, the valve housing includes a generally flat section that is substantially coplanar with the outer surface of the hollow body when mounted.

Preferably, the flat section includes a central recess in which the one-way charging valve is mounted.

The valve assembly further includes a closed cap.

Preferably, said at least one handle is attached to a side wall of said tubular intermediate portion.

Preferably, the first and second mounting means mount the grip in use in a spaced-apart manner from the hollow body.

Preferably, the grip includes a curved rubberised tube.

Preferably, the grip includes first and second end straps attached to respective first and second mounting means.

Preferably, each mounting means includes a first pad attached to a bottom surface of each end strap, and a second pad disposed on each of the end straps and the first pad, .

Preferably, the second pad is larger than the first pad, and the edge of the second pad extending beyond the edge of the first pad is attached to the hollow body.

Preferably, the first and second pads are attached to the hollow body via a cold glue or other suitable adhesive.

In one embodiment, the cavity is formed of multiple chambers that can be individually emptied or filled.

In one embodiment, the handle is rigidly attached to the hollow body.

In one embodiment, the handle is configured as an armored attachment.

In one embodiment, the exercise device includes at least one additional handle attached to the hollow body.

In one embodiment, the two handles are on opposite sides of the hollow body.

In one embodiment, the handle is disposed at one end of the hollow body.

In one embodiment, the exercise device further comprises a second handle disposed at the opposite end of the hollow body.

In one embodiment, the exercise device further comprises connecting means disposed at an end of the hollow body.

Preferably, the connecting means comprises a ring.

The present invention relates to a motion device, comprising a hollow body having a flexible wall defining a cavity therein, the cavity being filled such that the hollow body is of an expanded configuration; A handle attached to the hollow body; The hollow body is characterized in that it is made of polyurethane, polyvinyl chloride or chlorosulfonate polyethylene synthetic rubber.

Preferably, the handle is fixedly attached to the hollow body.

Preferably, the cavity is filled with solid and / or gas and / or liquid.

Preferably, the hollow body includes a tubular intermediate portion.

Preferably, the hollow body includes first and second ends of generally hemispherical shape attached to the tubular intermediate portion.

Preferably, the hollow body is up to 30 cm in length.

Preferably, the hollow body has a width of at most 20 cm, most preferably 15 to 18 cm.

In yet another embodiment, the hollow body is 30 cm to 100 cm in length.

Preferably, the hollow body includes at least one auxiliary weight within the cavity.

Advantageously, said at least one auxiliary weight comprises a solid weight.

Preferably, the at least one auxiliary weight is fixedly attached to an inner wall of the cavity.

Preferably, the at least one auxiliary weight is located at the center of the hollow body.

In another embodiment, the at least one auxiliary weight is located centrally away from the longitudinal length of the hollow body.

In another embodiment, the at least one auxiliary weight comprises two or more weights spaced or spaced along the longitudinal length of the hollow body.

Advantageously, said at least one auxiliary weight has a rounded circumference adapted to fit with an inner circumference of said cavity.

In another embodiment, the at least one auxiliary weight is disposed apart from the center with respect to the longitudinal axis of the cavity.

In another embodiment, the at least one auxiliary weight is a shape extending in the longitudinal direction.

In another embodiment, the two or more weights are spaced apart from the longitudinal center axis of the hollow body.

Preferably, the remainder of the cavity that is not occupied by the auxiliary weight (s) can be wholly or partially filled with other material.

In another embodiment, the cavity is divided into chambers that individually receive the material as needed.

In another embodiment, the motion mechanism includes a first pair and a second pair of handles.

Preferably, the first pair of handles are arranged adjacent to the respective first and second ends.

Preferably, the first pair of grips are substantially parallel to one another and cross the longitudinal center axis of the hollow body.

Advantageously, said second pair of handles are arranged inside said first pair.

Preferably, the grips of the second pair are generally aligned with each other and parallel to the longitudinal center axis of the hollow body.

Preferably, the effective length of the grip between the first and second mounting means is adjustable.

Preferably, the grip has an elongated strap attached to the first mounting means and having a first end annularly passing through the ring in the second mounting means, and a second end adjustably attached to the first end, .

Alternatively, the grip includes a first portion attached to the first mounting means and a second portion attached to the second mounting means, wherein the first and second portions are detachably attachable to one another .

Preferably, the position of the second portion relative to the first portion is adjustable.

Preferably, the length of each of the first and second portions is adjustable before the portions are attached to each other.

In another embodiment, the exercise device includes at least two handles on each of its two sides, the handles on each of the individual sides being generally aligned with their grips, Respectively.

In another embodiment, the exercise device includes at least three handles on its respective generally opposite side, and the handles on each individual side are generally aligned with their grips so that the longitudinal direction of the hollow body As shown in Fig.

Preferably, the handles are fixed length handles, variable length handles, or any combination thereof.

Preferably, the exercise device further comprises maintenance means for substantially retaining the exercise device at a suitable location on the ground or other structure.

Preferably, the holding means includes at least one mechanism retainer, and each mechanism retainer includes two engaging portions for engaging both side portions of the exercise device.

Preferably, the two engagement portions are wedges that form a generally concave upper portion that is coupled to the narrowed edge portion of the engagement portion to receive the exercise device.

Advantageously, said holding means comprises an elevated platform.

Advantageously, said retaining means comprise spaced apart raised platforms having different heights for directing the exercise device at an oblique angle.

In another embodiment, the exercise device of the present invention includes a hollow body having a flexible wall defining a cavity therein, the cavity being substantially emptied to form the hollow body in a retracted configuration And the cavity can be substantially filled to form the hollow body in an expanded configuration; At least one handle having a grip and at least one mounting means, at least one mounting means being fixedly attached to the hollow body.

Other features of the invention are also disclosed.

Notwithstanding any other form that may fall within the scope of the present invention, the preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:
1 is a front view of a fitness device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention;
FIG. 2 is an end perspective view of the exercise device of FIG. 1 showing a fill valve; FIG.
Figure 3 shows a fill valve of the exercise device of Figure 1 removed using a valve removal tool;
Fig. 4 is a bottom view of the attachment pad of the handle for the exercise device of Fig. 1; Fig.
Figure 5 shows a first step in the attachment of a handle to the exercise device of Figure 1;
6 shows a second step in attaching a handle to the exercise device of Fig. 1; Fig.
Figure 7 shows a fitness device gripped by a user using a handle;
8 is a front view of a fitness device according to a second preferred embodiment of the present invention;
Figure 9 is a side view of the exercise device of Figure 8;
Figure 10 is an enlarged view of one end of the exercise device of Figure 8;
FIG. 11 shows the exercise device of FIGS. 1-7 with a modified handle; FIG.
Figure 12 shows the exercise device of Figures 8-10 with a modified handle;
Figure 13 illustrates another embodiment of a modified handle;
FIG. 14 is a first perspective view of a exercise device according to another embodiment of the present invention; FIG.
15 is a second perspective view of the exercise device of FIG. 15;
16 is a first perspective view of the exercise device of FIG. 14 having an instrument floor retainer for use of a exercise instrument as an exercise bench;
Figure 17 is a second perspective view of the assembly of Figure 14;
Figure 18 is a front perspective view of the assembly of Figure 14;
19 is a side perspective view of the instrument floor retainer of Fig. 16;
FIG. 20 is a view showing the folded exercise device of FIG. 14 and the folded mechanism floor retainer of FIG. 19; And
Figure 21 is an end perspective view of the exercise device of Figure 14;

In the following description, it should be noted that, in different embodiments, the same or the same reference numerals designate the same or similar features.

1 to 7 illustrate a fitness device 10 according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. The exercise device (10) includes a hollow body (12) having a handle (20) and a valve assembly (30).

The body 12 includes a tubular intermediate portion 14 having first and second ends 15 and 16 which are generally hemispherical within the body 12 to define the inner cavity 18 together. The body 12 is made of a flexible fluid impermeable wall material. The cavity 18 may be substantially emptied to constitute the body 12 in a substantially flat configuration (substantially as shown in FIG. 3) (As shown in Figures 1, 2, and 7). The body 12 has a maximum length of about 30 cm and a width / diameter of 20 cm when in an extended configuration. In a preferred embodiment, the body 12 is 26 cm in length and 16 cm in width in an expanded configuration.

Body 12 is made of polyurethane, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), or chlorosulfonate polyethylene (CSPE) synthetic rubber (CSM) as sold under the trade names HYPALON, TOSOH-CSM and EXTOS.

The valve assembly 30 includes a female screw tube 17 and a valve housing 35. The tube 17 is mounted to the opening 19 formed in the first end 15. The valve housing 35 includes a male or female hollow first section 31 and a generally flat second section 32. The second section 32 includes a central recess 33 into which a one-way filling valve 36 is mounted. The central recess 33 also includes a female screw or bean nut mounting tab that is joined by a closed cap 38 to cover the valve cavity 33 and to protect the fill valve 36. [

When the valve housing 35 is attached to the tube 17 as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the second section 32 is substantially coplanar with the outer surface of the first end 15. The fill valve 36 functions as a one-way valve, meaning that air is pumped into the cavity 18 but does not allow the air to exit the cavity 18, except when needed. A valve adapter (not shown) attached to the screw or mounting tab of the central recess 33 is used. The valve adapter is attached to the hose nozzle of an air pump (not shown), which may be a manual or electric air pump. Therefore, the cavity 18 can be filled with air by the expansion structure of the main body 12. [

Additionally or alternatively, the cavity 18 may be partially or fully filled with a liquid such as water. In this case, a liquid valve adapter attached to the cavity 33 may be used.

Such an adapter allows fluid to be inserted into the cavity 18 as desired through the valve 36 without removing the valve housing 35. [ Alternatively, the valve housing 35 can be removed from the tube 17 by loosening the screw using the valve wrench 40. It can then be poured into the cavity 18 as needed until the water is wholly or partially filled. The remaining space in the cavity 18 is then filled with water by reattaching the valve housing 35 to the body 12. Alternatively, the cavity 18 may be partially or fully filled with a solid product such as sand if heavy weight is required.

The handle 20 is fixedly attached to the side wall of the intermediate portion 14. The handle 20 includes a grip 21 and first and second mounting means 25a and 25b attached to its ends. The grip 21 includes a rubberized tube of curved shape that is sized to grip with the user's hand and fingers and suitable for avoiding slippage. The grip 21 includes end straps 22a and 22b attached to respective mounting means 25a and 25b.

As shown in Figs. 4-6, each mounting means 25 includes a first pad 26 and a second, larger pad 27. As shown in Fig. The first pad 26 is attached to the lower surface of each end strap 22 and the lower surface of the first pad 26 is attached to the middle portion 14. A second (larger) pad 27 is positioned over and attached to each end strap 22 and first pad 26. The edge of the second pad 27 extending beyond the edge of the first pad 26 is attached to the middle portion 14. The first and second pads 26 and 27 are attached to the intermediate portion 14 and to each other through suitable means such as a cold adhesive or other suitable adhesive. This is fixedly attached to the body 12 so that the mounting means 25 fixedly attaches the grip 21 to the body.

The use of exercise device 10 will now be described. In the empty unassembled configuration, the exercise device 10 is soft, lightweight, small in size and easy to carry. For use, the exercise device 10 is filled with air, only water, sand or any mixture thereof, as needed using a filler attachment nozzle, which can be done in about one minute.

The exercise device 10 may be used in conjunction with any exercise such as lifting, walking, jogging, lunge, jumping, skating, running, or used in conjunction with a medicine ball and kettle bell Can be used as a similar motion. The exercise device 10 may also be used in conjunction with many other exercises such as Swiss Ball. Because of the smooth wall structure of the exercise device 10, this can be turned around the arm and is less likely to be injured from collision with the body compared to the steel weight or the kettle bell.

The assembled exercise device 10 is user friendly due to its softness and ease of use, and minimizes potential injury and safety problems. At a partially liquid filled state (where water is filled between 10% and 80% and the remainder is air filled), water is entrained in the cavity 18, and this instability occurs when the user uses the user ' s core & It is necessary to stabilize the instrument 10 and therefore provides an advantage not provided by other exercise devices. The exercise device 10 enables the user to imitate sports-action exercises such as cricket bowling, tennis swing or golf swing. The exercise device 10 may also be used in water for aqua exercise for rehabilitation or geriatric exercise. When used in a stable configuration (filling of solid material such as water or sand), the exercise device 10 is used as an actual weighted training mechanism.

Therefore, the exercise device 10 provides a number of advantages. Typically, only specialized water equipment can be used for training in water. However, the exercise device 10 can also be used to exercise in water. The exercise device 10 is user friendly and can be used in a number of different exercises. The exercise device 10 is kept lightweight and flat when it is empty, which makes it easy to move and use on holidays, which is largely not possible with conventional weights. The exercise device 10 may be made in any shape, color, and may include a pattern or an advertisement thereon. This can be used as an aqua training aid for elderly or injured rehabilitation. The exercise device 10 can be used in a stable or unstable form, which provides a distinct advantage over conventional weights. It can also be used for sports specific movements and movements. The exercise device 10 is very strong and durable and can be thrown to the ground. This is convenient, for example, in a Boot Camp style group lesson where a participant can perform lifting exercises with the exercise device 10 and throw the exercise equipment on the floor before the sprint. The risk of injury to participants and damage to the ground is minimized relative to conventional weights. Resistance, kettlebell, compound, isolation, functional, cardiovascular and power training exercises are all possible with exercise device 10.

The exercise device is folded substantially flat and is very light when empty. This can be accomplished, for example, by easily transporting more than ten such exercises 10 from the folded state of the personal trainer to the bag, and then using local air pumps and faucets, Thereby making it possible to assemble the exercise device 10. [ The exercise device 10 can then be folded again after the group lesson. On the contrary, this number of conventional forced weights can not generally be carried conveniently. Another advantage of the exercise device of the present invention is that its weight can vary as needed.

It is self-evident that deformations can be made with the described exercise device 10. For example, the cavities 18 may be formed of multiple chambers that may be individually inflated or other materials may be filled. For example, one half of the exercise device 10 can be filled with water, and the other half can be filled with air. This provides a different kinetic mechanics to the exercise device 10. In other possibilities, the chambers can extend the length of the exercise device 10. In addition, the chambers for the liquid can be formed in a helical manner within the cavity 18, which can add to the instability of the direction of liquid sloshing in the cavity 18. [

In relation to the handle, the handle may be made to rigidly attach to the exercise device body instead of the flexible end strap attachment shown in the exercise device 10. [ In addition, the grips may be constructed of glove-like attachments to allow the user to grip the body 12. [ The exerciser body may also have one or more handles, for example two handles on opposite sides. The handle may alternatively be provided at one end or both ends.

A ring or other connecting means may also be attached to one or both ends. The rings can be used to attach two or more exercise devices to each other through a connecting strap. In addition, when a solid material such as water or sand is charged, the user can wear a harness attached to the exercise device, so that the user will drag the exercise device while doing walking, jogging or sprinting.

The cover cap 38 may also include a soft cover to avoid any injury to the user.

Figs. 8 to 10 show the exercise device 10a according to the second embodiment of the present invention. The exercise device 10a is similar to the exercise device 10 and includes a hollow main body 12a and a valve assembly 30a. The body 12a also includes first and second ends 15a and 16a that are generally hemispherical. In this embodiment, body 12a is still about 16 cm in width / diameter when in an expanded configuration.

The main difference between the exercise device 10a and the exercise device 10 is that the exercise device 10a is longer by about 75 cm in length and includes a solid weight in its cavity 18 and is provided with four handles (20).

The cavity 18 includes at least one auxiliary weight (not shown), such as a 4 or 5 kilos lead or steel weight fixedly attached to the inner wall of the cavity 18. The auxiliary weight (s) may be located anywhere along the longitudinal length of the main body 12a, but are preferably located at the center thereof. However, it is possible to have auxiliary weights (s) that are spaced apart from the center with respect to the longitudinal length of body 12a to provide different kinematic dynamics. It is also possible to have two or more such weights that are parallel or spaced along the longitudinal length of the main body 12a.

The auxiliary weight (s) may be of any desired shape and may be located anywhere along the inner periphery of the cavity 18. [ In a preferred embodiment, the auxiliary weight has a rounded circumference to which the inner periphery of the cavity 18 is fitted. It is, however, possible to have auxiliary weights (s) located centrally away from the longitudinal center axis 24a of the body 12a to provide different kinematic dynamics. The auxiliary weight (s) may be shaped to extend in the longitudinal direction, and two or more such weights may be spaced about a longitudinal central axis 24a of the body 12a.

The remainder of the cavity 18 that is not occupied by the auxiliary weight (s) can be fully charged or partially filled with other materials such as sand, air, water, or any combination thereof. The cavity 18 may be divided into chambers that individually receive material as needed.

The exercise device 10a includes four handles, the first pair 23a being the handles 20a and 20b and the second pair being the handles 20c and 20d. The first pair 23a of the handles 20a and 20b are arranged adjacent to the respective first and second ends 15a and 16a and the grips 21a and 21b are substantially parallel to each other and the main body 12a And crosses with respect to the longitudinal center axis 24a. Therefore, the first pair 23a of the handles enables the user to have a wide grip on the exercise device 10a. The handles 20c and 20d of the second pair 23b are arranged toward the inside of the first pair 23a and the grips 21c and 21d are arranged substantially aligned with each other and the center axis 12a of the body 12a 24a. Thus, the second pair of handles 23b enables the user to have a narrow straight grip on the exercise device 10a.

Therefore, the exercise device 10a provides dynamic movement of the two-handed grip as well as numerous movements by the heavy weight.

Fig. 11 shows the exercise device of Figs. 1 to 7 with a modified handle 20e. The handle 20e is fixedly attached to the side wall of the intermediate portion 14. In this embodiment, the effective length of the grip 21 between the first and second mounting means 25a and 25b is adjustable. The handle 20e includes first and second mounting means 25a and 25b and the grip 21 includes an elongated strap 21. The second mounting means 25b comprises an attached ring 29. Fig. The strap 21 has a first end 28a attached to the mounting means 25a and the strap 21 is then annularly shaped through the ring 29 and the second end 28b of the strap, And is again adjustably attached to the first end 28a through a hook and loop means (VELCO (TM)), button or other suitable attachment, which is attached to the strap 21 between the first and second mounting means 25a and 25b, To be adjustable.

Figure 12 shows the exercise device of Figures 8-10 with two deformed handles 20e. The handle 20e is at the same position as the handles 21c and 21d described above.

The adjustable handle 20e allows the user to use this handle 20e as a footrest and the user inserts its respective foot between the middle portion 14 and the handle 20e, (21), and performs exercise as required.

Figure 13 shows another embodiment of a modified handle 20f that allows the effective length of the grip 21 to be adjusted between the first and second mounting means 25a and 25b. In this embodiment, the grip 21 includes a first portion 21a attached to the first mounting means 25a and a second portion 21b mounted to the second mounting means 25b. The first portion 21a includes a lower section 61 and an upper section 62. In use, the second portion 21b is sandwiched between the lower and upper sections 61 and 62 attached to each other via hook and loop means VELCRO (TM). By adjusting the position of the second portion 21b with respect to the first portion 21a, the effective length of the strap 21 between the first and second mounting means 25a and 25b is adjustable.

In other embodiments, the first and second portions 21a and 21b may be connected to one another using suitable buckles such as a side release buckle used in bags and camping equipment. The length of each of the first and second portions 21a and 21b will be made adjustable before these portions are connected to each other through the buckle, thus allowing the effective length of the strap 21 to be adjustable.

In other possible variations, the body may be of any desired dimension, and may have a diameter of 25 cm to 32 cm and a length of 1 m to 1.2 m. The number of handles 20 can vary from two to eight and the adjustable handle 20e or 20f can vary from two to six. These mechanisms enable many different exercises.

14 and 15 illustrate a exercise device 10b according to another embodiment of the present invention. The exercise device 10b is similar to the exercise device 10a described above and includes a hollow body 12b and a valve assembly 30. [ The body 12a also includes a tubular intermediate portion 14a having approximately hemispherical first and second ends 15a and 16a.

In this embodiment, body 12b has a maximum width of 30 cm and a maximum length of 120 cm when in an expanded configuration. The cavity 18 may include at least one auxiliary weight (not shown) therein if desired.

The exercise device 10b includes six handles of handles 20d-20f on one side and handles 20a-20c on the opposite side. The handles 20 on each side are generally aligned with the grips 21 and are disposed parallel to the longitudinal center axis 24a of the body 12b.

Handles 20a and 20d, 20c and 20f are arranged adjacent to respective first and second ends 15a and 15b. Handles 20b and 20e are arranged in intermediate portion 14a.

Handle 20 may have a fixed length or variable length, and mechanism 10b may have any desired combination of such handles. The exercise device 10b provides different motions than the other exercise devices described above due to its size and handle configuration.

Figures 16-18 illustrate the instrument floor retainer 80 for use of the exercise device 10b as an exercise bench.

Referring to Figures 19 and 20, each instrument floor retainer 80 includes two wedges 82 connected at its narrowed edge 84. Therefore, each floor retainer 80 forms a generally concave upper portion 86 and a flat lower portion 88.

Referring again to Figures 16-18, the floor retainer 80 is positioned in such a way that the lower portions 88 joining the floor or table 100 are spaced apart. The exercise device 10b is then placed over the concave upper portion 86 so that the exercise device 10b is laterally held by the wedges 82. [

The exercise device 10b may then be used as a resistance training bench and as a core balance mechanism. The user may lie on the body 12 between the handles 20. [ Further, by using the other handle 20, the exercise device 10b can be used as an unstable resistance training mechanism.

Fig. 20 shows the folding exercise device of Fig. 14 and the folded mechanism floor mechanism of Fig. 19; This enables the instrument to be easily transported and stored unlike conventional exercise benches.

In another embodiment, the retainers 80 may be formed with a raised platform for raising the exercise device 10b from the ground. In addition, the ridge platform may have a different height to direct the exercise device 10b at an oblique angle.

Further, by the air from the exercise device 10b and the water or sand in the cavity 18, the exercise device 10b can be used as a sandbag. 21 is an end perspective view of a motion mechanism 10b showing attachment and / or ring 90 for attaching exercise device 10b to a motion harness.

In another possible embodiment of the exercise device 10, the handle may have only one mounting means, the other end of which is a free end.

The present invention includes at least one of each of the exercise devices 10 and 10a, and preferably a fitness device 10b, preferably a floor retainer 80. [

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Similarly, in the above description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention, various features of the invention are sometimes grouped together in a single embodiment, figure, or description of the present invention to simplify the present invention and to aid in understanding one or more of the various inventive features . However, this disclosure method should not be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed invention requires more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, by reflecting the following claims, features of the present invention are less than all features of a single single disclosed embodiment. Therefore, the following description of specific embodiments is clearly incorporated into the detailed description of such specific embodiments, with each claim standing on its own as an individual embodiment of the invention.

It is also to be understood that, while some of the embodiments described herein include some and do not include other features included in other embodiments, combinations of features of other embodiments as would be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art are meant to be within the scope of the present invention , To form another embodiment. For example, in the following claims, any claimed embodiments may be used in any combination.

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Although the present invention has been described with reference to particular embodiments, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the present invention may be embodied in many other forms.

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It is clear that the device described above can be applied in the practice and fitness industries.

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In the exercise device,
A hollow body having a flexible wall defining a cavity therein, wherein the cavity can be substantially emptied to form the hollow body in a retracted configuration, Lt; / RTI > can be substantially charged;
At least one handle having a first mounting means, a second mounting means, and a grip between the first mounting means and the second mounting means, wherein the first mounting means and the second mounting means are fixedly attached to the hollow body Wherein the weight is attached. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the at least one handle comprises at least two handles fixedly attached to the spaced apart portions of the hollow body. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the hollow body is substantially flat in a constricted configuration. The method according to claim 1,
Further comprising a valve assembly mounted within the hollow body for evacuating or filling the cavity. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein said cavity can be filled with solids and / or gases and / or liquids. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein said hollow body includes a tubular intermediate portion. The method according to claim 6,
Wherein said hollow body includes first and second substantially hemispherical ends attached to said tubular intermediate portion. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the hollow body has a length of up to 30 cm when in an expanding configuration. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the hollow body has a width of at most 20 cm when in an expanding configuration. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein said hollow body is made of polyurethane, polyvinyl chloride or chlorosulfonate polyethylene synthetic rubber. 5. The method of claim 4,
Lt; RTI ID = 0.0 > 1, < / RTI > 12. The method of claim 11,
Wherein the one-way charging valve is adjusted such that both air and liquid can be inserted into the cavity through the one-way charging valve. 12. The method of claim 11,
Wherein the one-way charging valve is mounted in a valve housing attachable to the hollow body. 14. The method of claim 13,
Wherein the hollow body includes an opening having a tube mounted therein, wherein the valve housing is mountable to the tube. 15. The method of claim 14,
Wherein said valve housing comprises a male screw hollow section, said tube comprising a female threaded section. 14. The method of claim 13,
Wherein the valve housing comprises a generally flat section that is substantially coplanar with an exterior surface of the hollow body when mounted. 17. The method of claim 16,
Wherein the flat section comprises a central recess in which a one-way filling valve is mounted. 5. The method of claim 4,
≪ / RTI > wherein said valve assembly further comprises a closed cap. The method according to claim 6,
Wherein at least one handle is attached to a side wall of the tubular intermediate portion. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the first mounting means and the second mounting means mount the grip in a manner spaced apart from the hollow body during use. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein said grip comprises a curved rubber processed tube. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein said grip comprises first and second end straps attached to respective first and second mounting means. 23. The method of claim 22,
Each mounting means comprises:
A first pad attached to a bottom surface of each end strap, and
And a second pad disposed on each of the end straps and the first pad and attached to the respective end straps and the first pad. 24. The method of claim 23,
The second pad is larger than the first pad,
And the edge of the second pad extending beyond the edge of the first pad is attached to the hollow body. 24. The method of claim 23,
Wherein the first and second pads are attached to the hollow body via a cold adhesive or other suitable adhesive. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein said cavity is formed of multiple chambers that can be individually emptied or filled. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the handle is rigidly attached to the hollow body. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein said handle is configured as an armored attachment. The method according to claim 1,
≪ / RTI > further comprising at least one additional handle attached to the hollow body. 30. The method of claim 29,
And the two handles are on opposite sides of the hollow body. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the handle is disposed at one end of the hollow body. 32. The method of claim 31,
And a second handle disposed at an opposite end of the hollow body. 32. The method of claim 31,
And a connecting means disposed at an end of the hollow body. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the connecting means comprises a ring. In the exercise device,
A hollow body having a flexible wall defining a cavity therein, the cavity being filled such that the hollow body is of an expanded configuration;
A handle attached to the hollow body;
Wherein said hollow body is made of polyurethane, polyvinyl chloride or chlorosulfonate polyethylene synthetic rubber. 36. The method of claim 35,
Wherein the handle is fixedly attached to the hollow body. 36. The method of claim 35,
Wherein the cavity is filled with solids and / or gases and / or liquids. 36. The method of claim 35,
Wherein said hollow body includes a tubular intermediate portion. 39. The method of claim 38,
Wherein said hollow body includes first and second substantially hemispherical ends attached to said tubular intermediate portion. 36. The method of claim 35,
Wherein the hollow body has a length of at most 30 cm. 36. The method of claim 35,
Wherein the hollow body has a length of 20 cm. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the hollow body is between 30 cm and 100 cm in length. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein said hollow body includes at least one auxiliary weight within said cavity. 44. The method of claim 43,
RTI ID = 0.0 > 1, < / RTI > wherein the at least one auxiliary weight comprises a solid weight. 45. The method of claim 44,
Wherein at least one auxiliary weight is fixedly attached to an inner wall of the cavity. 45. The method of claim 44,
Wherein at least one auxiliary weight is disposed in a central portion of the hollow body. 45. The method of claim 44,
Wherein the at least one auxiliary weight is spaced apart from the center with respect to the longitudinal length of the hollow body. 45. The method of claim 44,
Wherein the at least one auxiliary weight comprises two or more weights spaced or spaced along the longitudinal length of the hollow body. 45. The method of claim 44,
Wherein the at least one auxiliary weight has a rounded circumferential portion that mates with an inner circumferential portion of the cavity. 45. The method of claim 44,
Wherein the at least one auxiliary weight is disposed at a distance from the center with respect to the longitudinal center axis of the hollow body. 45. The method of claim 44,
Wherein the at least one auxiliary weight is a shape extending in the longitudinal direction. 52. The method of claim 51,
Wherein the two or more weights are spaced apart from the longitudinal center axis of the hollow body. 45. The method of claim 44,
Wherein the remainder of the cavity, which is not occupied by the auxiliary weight (s), can be fully charged or partially filled with another material. 54. The method of claim 53,
Wherein the cavity is divided into chambers that individually receive the material as needed. The method according to claim 1,
A first pair and a second pair of handles. 56. The method of claim 55,
Wherein the first pair of handles are disposed adjacent each of the first and second ends. 56. The method of claim 55,
The first pair of grips being substantially parallel to one another and transverse to the longitudinal center axis of the hollow body. 56. The method of claim 55,
And the second pair of handles is disposed inside the first pair of handles. 56. The method of claim 55,
The second pair of grips being generally aligned with one another and parallel to the longitudinal center axis of the hollow body. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the effective length of the grip between the first mounting means and the second mounting means is adjustable. 64. The method of claim 60,
The grip includes an elongated strap attached to the first mounting means and having an elongated first end passing through the ring in the second mounting means and a second end adjustably attached to the first end, Features a fitness machine. 64. The method of claim 60,
Wherein the grip includes a first portion attached to the first mounting means and a second portion attached to the second mounting means, wherein the first and second portions are detachably attached to each other. 63. The method of claim 62,
Wherein the position of the second portion relative to the first portion is adjustable. 63. The method of claim 62,
Wherein the length of each of the first and second portions is adjustable before they are attached to each other. The method according to claim 1,
The exercise device generally comprises at least two handles on each side,
Wherein the handles on each individual face are generally aligned with their grips and are disposed parallel to the longitudinal center axis of the hollow body. The method according to claim 1,
The exercise device generally comprises at least three handles on each side,
Wherein the handles on each individual side are generally aligned with their grips and are disposed parallel to the longitudinal center axis of the hollow body. 66. The method of claim 65 or 66,
Wherein the handle is a fixed length handle, a variable length handle, or any combination thereof. 66. The method of claim 65 or 66,
Further comprising retaining means for substantially retaining the exercise device in place on the surface or other structure. 69. The method of claim 68,
Wherein the retaining means comprises at least one mechanism retainer, each mechanism retainer including two engaging portions for engaging opposite sides of the exercise device. 70. The method of claim 69,
Wherein the two engaging portions are wedges joined to the narrowed edge portions of the engaging portions to form a generally concave upper portion for receiving the exercising mechanism. 69. The method of claim 68,
Wherein the retaining means comprises a raised platform. 69. The method of claim 68,
Wherein the retaining means comprises spaced apart raised platforms having different heights for directing the exercise device at an oblique angle. In the exercise device,
A hollow body having a flexible wall defining a cavity therein, wherein the cavity can be substantially emptied to form the hollow body in a retracted configuration, Lt; / RTI > can be substantially charged;
At least one handle having a grip and at least one mounting means,
Wherein at least one mounting means is fixedly attached to the hollow body.

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