US20150011369A1

US20150011369A1 - Integrated Convertible Exercise Device

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Publication number: US20150011369A1
Application number: US14/322,812
Authority: US
Inventors: Robert Peritz
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2011-05-13
Filing date: 2014-07-02
Publication date: 2015-01-08

Abstract

A convertible exercise device configured to provide a full body workout, the exercise device comprising: a base, wherein the base is further comprised of an upper unit and a lower unit underneath and complementary to the upper unit, and a first accessory plate releasably secured to the base at the upper unit, the first accessory plate having a first side adjacent to the base when releasably secured to the base and a second side for engaging a surface thereby enabling a user to perform balance and/or core exercises, the base further configured to engage a second accessory plate at the lower unit, the accessory plate capable of being configured in various combinations for allowing the user to perform different exercises targeting different muscle groups of the body.

Description

PRIORITY INFORMATION

This application is a Continuation-in-part claiming the benefit of priority from U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/471,332 filed May 14, 2012, which is a non-provisional patent application claiming the benefit of priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/486,013, filed on May 13, 2011, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention pertains generally to a device for physical exercise, athletic training and conditioning, and rehabilitation therapy. More specifically, the present invention relates to a convertible exercise device having a base comprising an upper unit and a lower unit underneath and complementary to the upper unit, and a first accessory plate releasably secured to the base, the first accessory plate having a first side adjacent to the base when releasably secured to the base and a second side for engaging a surface thereby enabling a user to perform balance and/or core exercises, the base further configured to engage multiple accessory plates.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to convertible exercise devices, and more particularly to an exercise device comprising accessory plates for allowing the user to perform different exercises targeting different muscle groups of the body, thereby achieving a full body exercise. A somewhat related example was proposed by Aquino, entitled “Portable Multiple Exercise Apparatus Sets,” U.S. Pub. Pat. App. No. 2012/0083396. This patent application basically discloses incorporating disk-type devices having push-up bars or roller wheels for placement of hands, feet or knees in performing various exercises.
Further as told by Aquino, current exercise apparatus that permits a user to exercise a wide variety of muscle groups is generally massive, heavy and is intended for use in a fixed location. Various types of portable exercise apparatus are known that permit a user to perform a limited range of exercises, such as push-ups or abdominal muscle crunches, which exercise only one or a few portions of body. In order for a user to achieve a full body workout using available portable exercise apparatus, a variety of different independent types of apparatus would be required that, in total, would be bulky, heavy and not practical as being portable.
The Aquino disclosure specifically describes a portable set of exercise equipment that includes a pair of push-up units each having a base and rotatable handle mounted to the base, a pair of kneepad units, and a pair of roller wheel units having a set of ball bearings around the periphery of the bottom surface thereof for allowing said roller wheel units to move in any direction on a floor, and on upwardly extending shaft for meeting with corresponding apertures in the face of said push-up units and said kneepad units for mounting either of such units on the roller wheel units for movement in any direction on the floor.
In another example, U.S. Pub. Pat. App. No. 2011/0166006, entitled “Core Strengthening Device and Method for Strengthening Using Same,” by Howard describes a core strengthening device that generally describes a device that can move around on the floor for various types of exercises targeting a user's core muscle groups. An exemplary device more specifically includes a base having a first section and a second section, each section having a connection mechanism with which to connect together to form a unitary device. The device further includes a handle connected to the top surface of each of the first and second base sections, and further includes two or more load-bearing rolling devices such as ball transfers or casters connected to a bottom surface of each of the first and second base sections to enable smooth movement over a surface by a user.
Also known in the realm of core strengthening exercise is the use of an inflatable hemispherical ball; and either pushing, standing, sitting, or kneeling on same as desired by a user. U.S. Pat. No. 6,422,983, entitled “Inflatable Device and Method for Using the Device,” to Week is one such example. Therein, Weck describes a device comprising a support platform having a first side and a second side, the second side structured for stable resting on the ground, and inflatable member affixed to and extending upwards over the first side of the platform being substantially hemispherical when inflated, and a clamp clamping the flexible member in between the clamp and support platform to affix the flexible member to the platform such that the flexible member extends upwards over the first side.
In particular, the exercise industry has seen a dramatic increase in the number of devices specifically designed to address core exercise training through stability and balance exercises. However, the majority of devices, while being portable, are only capable of providing a user with the means to perform a handful of exercises with each particular device. Therefore, there remains a need for a convertible exercise device capable of providing a user with a full body workout using a single exercise device. It is with these prior innovations in mind that the present invention was conceived. Generally, the present invention seeks to improve upon prior designs while additionally including a unique device providing interchangeability and modularity of multiple exercise types.
In light of the above, it is an object of the present invention to provide the desired features described herein as well as additional advantages such as providing a user with a convertible exercise device configured to engage multiple accessory plates for allowing the user to perform different exercises targeting different muscle groups of the body, all compiled in a single, versatile and easy to use exercise device.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention provides an exercise device configured to provide a full body workout, the exercise device comprising: a base, wherein the base is further comprised of an upper unit and a lower unit underneath and complementary to the upper unit, and a first accessory plate releasably secured to the base at the upper unit, the first accessory plate having a first side adjacent to the base when releasably secured to the base and a second side for engaging a surface thereby enabling a user to perform balance and/or core exercises, the base further configured to engage a second accessory plate at the lower unit.
In a first aspect, the present invention provides a convertible exercise device configured to provide a full body workout, the exercise device comprising: a base, wherein the base is further comprised of an upper unit and a lower unit underneath and complementary to the upper unit, and a first accessory plate releasably secured to the base, the first accessory plate having a first side configured for being releasably secured to the base and a second side for engaging a surface thereby enabling a user to perform balance and/or core exercises.
In a second aspect, the present invention provides a method for achieving a full body workout using a convertible exercise device, the exercise device comprising: a base, wherein the base is further comprised of an upper unit and a lower unit underneath and complementary to the upper unit, and a first accessory plate releasably secured to the base, the first accessory plate having a first side configured for being releasably secured to the base and a second side for engaging a surface thereby enabling a user to perform balance and/or core exercises.
In a third aspect, the present invention provides a convertible exercise device configured to provide a full body workout, the exercise device comprising: a base further configured to engage multiple accessory plates thereby enabling a user to perform a plurality of exercises.
In a fourth aspect, the present invention provides a convertible exercise device for achieving a full body working, the exercise device comprising: a base, wherein the base is further comprised of an upper unit and a lower unit underneath and complementary to the upper unit, and further wherein the upper unit is configured to rotate with respect to the lower unit thereby allowing the user to rotate the upper unit of the base during an exercise.
The invention can be better visualized by turning now to the following drawings wherein like elements are referenced by like numerals.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The novel features of this invention, as well as the invention itself, both as to its structure and its operation, will be best understood from the accompanying drawings, taken in conjunction with the accompanying description, in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts, and in which:

FIG. 1 is a top perspective view of the base of the preferred exercise device;

FIG. 2 is a top view of the base of the preferred exercise device;

FIG. 3 is a bottom view of the base of the preferred exercise device;

FIG. 4 is a side view of the base of the preferred exercise device;

FIG. 5 is an exploded view of the base of the preferred exercise device shown in FIG. 1-4;

FIG. 6 is a close-up view of the dial lock of the preferred exercise device;

FIG. 7 is a top perspective view of the custom latch assembly for the preferred exercise device;

FIG. 8 is a top view of the custom latch assembly shown in FIG. 7;

FIG. 9 is an exploded view of the custom latch assembly shown in FIG. 7-8;

FIG. 10 is a top perspective view of the balance ball accessory plate for the preferred exercise device;

FIG. 11 is a side view of the balance ball accessory plate for the preferred exercise device shown in FIG. 10;

FIG. 12 is a top perspective view of the caster accessory plate for the preferred exercise device;

FIG. 13 is a side view of the caster accessory plate for the preferred exercise device shown in FIG. 12;

FIG. 14 is a top perspective view of the slider accessory plate for the preferred exercise device;

FIG. 15 is a side view of the slider accessory plate for the preferred exercise device shown in FIG. 14;

FIG. 16 is a top perspective view of the handle bar accessory plate for the preferred exercise device; and

FIG. 17 is a side view of the handle bar accessory plate of the preferred exercise device shown in FIG. 16.

FIG. 18 is a cross-section of the base of the preferred exercise device illustrating the dial lock in various positions.

FIG. 19 is a perspective, top and side view of an expanded base accessory plate for the preferred exercise device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

With regard to FIG. 1, a perspective view of the base 10 of the preferred exercise device is illustrated. More specifically, the base 10 of the exercise device is round in shape and comprises an upper unit 11 and a lower unit 12 the upper unit 11 being in a stacked configuration on top of the lower unit 12. Additionally, the upper unit 11 may rotate independent of the lower unit 12 upon placement of the lower unit 12 on a surface. The circumference of the upper unit 11 and lower unit 12 each has a bumper segment 13 and a plurality of accessory cut-outs 14 to allow for attachment of exercise accessories such as resistance bands. Each of the plurality of accessory cut-outs 14 is fitted with a carabineer insert 15 to allow for ease of movement of the attached accessory within the accessory cut-out 14. Located in the center of the upper unit 11 is a dial lock 16 with a cap 17. The dial lock 16 is used to adjust the rotation of the upper unit 11 and the lower unit 12 in relation to one another. Each of the upper unit 11 and the lower unit 12 has rectangular openings 20 opposite each other with straight kick plates 18 to coincide with custom latches (not shown) on each of the interchangeable accessory plates (not shown). A circular spinner pad 19 surrounds the dial lock 16 and cap 17.
With regard to FIG. 2, a top view of the upper unit 11 of base 10 of the preferred exercise device shown in FIG. 1 is illustrated. More specifically, shown in the top view of the base 10 is the location of the plurality of accessory cut-outs 14 and the straight kick plates 18 secured at the rectangular openings 20. Also shown is the dial lock 16 and cap 17 positioned at the center of the base 10 and surrounded by the circular spinner pad 19.
With regard to FIG. 3, a bottom view of the lower unit 12 of base 10 of the preferred exercise device shown in FIG. 1 is illustrated. More specifically, shown in the bottom view of the base 10 is the location of the plurality of accessory cut-outs 14 and the straight kick plates 18 secured at the rectangular openings 20. In the center of the lower unit 12 is the bottom cap 32 which is secured to the lower unit 12 by a plurality of screws 34.
With regard to FIG. 4, a side view of the base 10 of the preferred exercise device shown in FIG. 1 is illustrated. More specifically, shown in the side view of the base 10 is the bumper segment 13 on both the upper unit 11 and the lower unit 12. Also shown is a plurality of accessory cut-outs 14 fitted with carabineer inserts 15.
With regard to FIG. 5, a simplified exploded view of the upper unit 11 of the base 10 of the preferred exercise device shown in FIG. 1 is illustrated. More specifically, shown in the exploded view is the dial lock 16, upper unit 11, a bearing 52 and a complete lower unit 12. Further shown is the injection molded core 53 of the upper unit 11. The bearing 52 which is seated between the upper unit 11 and lower unit 12 allows for the rotation of the upper unit 11 in relation to the lower unit 12. Also shown is the screw 54 which secures the dial lock 16 to the upper unit 11.
With regard to FIG. 6, a side and bottom view of the features of the dial lock are illustrated in FIG. 6A. Dial lock 16 is further comprised of four cylindrical posts 56 and four lock tabs 58 which protrude vertically from the bottom of the dial lock 16. An exploded view of upper unit 11 and dial lock 16 of the preferred exercise device 50 shown in FIG. 5 is illustrated in FIG. 6B. More specifically, the underside features of the dial lock 16 are shown in relation to the upper unit 11. The dial lock 16 is further comprised of four cylindrical posts 56 which extend vertically from the bottom of dial lock 16. Posts 56 align with openings 66 in the upper unit 11 and extend through the central axis of the base 10 to the lower unit 12 (not shown and better visualized in FIG. 5). Dial lock 16 further includes four lock tabs 58 which extend vertically from the bottom of dial lock 16 to interact with slots 68 in the upper unit 11. In the locked position, lock tabs 58 are inserted into slots 68 preventing the independent rotation of the upper unit 11 in relation to the lower unit 12 (not shown). To enable rotation, the dial lock 16 is lifted upwards and turned clockwise simultaneously disengaging the lock tabs 58 from the corresponding slots 68 and raising posts 56 up from their position within the lower unit 12. In order to return the dial lock 16 to the locked position, the dial lock is turned counter-clockwise and the upper unit 11 is rotated until lock tabs 58 snap into slots 68.
With regard to FIG. 7, a top perspective view of the custom lock 70 for attaching the accessory plates (not shown) to the base 10 of the preferred exercise device 50 is illustrated. More specifically, the custom lock 70 is comprised of a lock enclosure 71 and a lock grip 72. The lock grip 72 is secured to the lock enclosure 71 by a guide pin 73. The guide pin 73 allows the lock grip 72 to rotate partially around the axis created by the guide pin 73, such that the movement of the lock grip 72 is up and down relative to the lock enclosure 71. A screw 74 secures a guide plate 75 to the lock enclosure 71 and a tension spring 76 is located within the lock enclosure 71 on each side of the guide plate 75.
With regard to FIG. 8, a top view of the custom lock 70 shown in FIG. 7 is illustrated. More specifically, shown is the custom latch 82 which extends laterally from the lock enclosure 71 and interacts with the straight kick plate 18 (not shown) of the upper unit 11 (not shown) or lower unit 12 (not shown) of the base 10.
The exploded view in FIG. 9 illustrates how the components of the custom lock 70 interact to provide an easy release feature to exercise device 50 using the custom lock 70. The guide plate 75 secures the custom latch 82 to the lock enclosure 71 using screws 74 as shown. Custom latch 82 extends laterally from the lock enclosure 71 in the default or lock position. The rotation of the lock grip 72 about the axis at the guide pin 73 causes the lock grip 72 to push against the custom latch 82 such that the custom latch 82 is pushed laterally and forces the springs 76 to compress and slide the custom latch 82 towards and into the lock enclosure 71 in the alternate or release position, thereby withdrawing the custom latch 82 from the straight kick plate 18 (not shown) and allowing a user to remove the current accessory plate from the base 10. Once an accessory plate is removed, the user releases the lock grip 72 and allows the springs 76 and the custom latch 82 to simultaneously return to the default position.
With regard to FIG. 10, a perspective view of a first optional accessory plate 100 is illustrated. More specifically, the first optional accessory plate 100 is comprised of an accessory base 102, a mount ring 106 and an inflatable hemispherical balance ball 104. The first optional accessory base 102 further includes custom locks 70 positioned opposite each other within the accessory base 102 for securing the first optional accessory plate 100 to the base 10. Indentations 108 in the accessory base 102 correspond to the accessory cut-outs 14 (not shown) in the upper unit 11 (not shown) and lower unit 12 (not shown) of the base 10 and assist the user with alignment of the first optional accessory plate 100 onto the base 10 of the exercise device such that custom locks 70 can securely interact with the straight kick plates 18 (not shown) of the upper unit 11 (not shown) or lower unit 12 (not shown) of the base 10. Side view FIG. 11 illustrates an alternative view of the first optional accessory plate 100.
With regard to FIG. 12, a perspective view of a second optional accessory plate 120 is illustrated. More specifically, the second optional accessory plate 120 is comprised of an accessory base 122, a caster base 126 and a plurality of casters 124. The second optional accessory base 122 further includes custom locks 70 positioned opposite each other within the accessory base 122 for securing the second optional accessory plate 120 to the base 10. Indentations 128 in the accessory base 122 correspond to the accessory cut-outs 14 (not shown) in the upper unit 11 (not shown) and lower unit 12 (not shown) of the base 10 and assist the user with alignment of the second optional accessory plate 120 onto the base 10 of the exercise device such that custom locks 70 can securely interact with the straight kick plates 18 (not shown) of the upper unit 11 (not shown) or lower unit 12 (not shown) of the base 10. Side view FIG. 13 illustrates an alternative view of the second optional accessory plate 120.
With regard to FIG. 14, a perspective view of a third optional accessory plate 140 is illustrated. More specifically, the third optional accessory plate 140 is comprised of an accessory base 142 and a slider top 144. The third optional accessory base 142 further includes custom locks 70 positioned opposite each other within the accessory base 142 for securing the third optional accessory plate 140 to the base 10. Indentations 148 in the accessory base 142 correspond to the accessory cut-outs 14 (not shown) in the upper unit 11 (not shown) and lower unit 12 (not shown) of the base 10 and assist the user with alignment of the third optional accessory plate 140 onto the base 10 of the exercise device such that custom locks 70 can securely interact with the straight kick plates 18 (not shown) of the upper unit 11 (not shown) or lower unit 12 (not shown) of the base 10. Side view FIG. 15 illustrates an alternative view of the third optional accessory plate 140.
With regard to FIG. 16, a perspective view of a fourth optional accessory plate 160 is illustrated. More specifically, the fourth optional accessory plate 160 is comprised of an accessory base 162, plate 164 and a plurality of handles 166. The fourth optional accessory base 162 further includes custom locks 70 positioned opposite each other within the accessory base 162 for securing the fourth optional accessory plate 160 to the base 10. Indentations 168 in the accessory base 162 correspond to the accessory cut-outs 14 (not shown) in the upper unit 11 (not shown) and lower unit 12 (not shown) of the base 10 and assist the user with alignment of the fourth optional accessory plate 160 onto the base 10 of the exercise device such that custom locks 70 can securely interact with the straight kick plates 18 (not shown) of the upper unit 11 (not shown) or lower unit 12 (not shown) of the base 10. Side view FIG. 17 illustrates an alternative view of the fourth optional accessory plate 160.
With regard to FIG. 18, a cross-section view of the base 10 illustrates the dial lock 16 in a locked (18A) and unlocked (18B) positions. In the locked position, the dial lock 16 is fully engaged with the lower unit 12 of the base 10, thereby preventing the free rotation of the upper unit 11 and lower unit 12 in relation to each other. In order to unlock the dial lock 16 and enable rotation, the dial lock 16 is lifted vertically from the upper unit 11 and turned clockwise 15 degrees. Once released following the 15 degree turn, the dial lock 16 is supported by a series of four lock tabs 58 that keep the four posts 56 from aligning with openings 66 in lower unit 12. The inability of posts 56 to fully engage openings 66 in lower unit 12 is what allows the upper unit 11 and lower unit 12 to rotate independent of each other about bearing 52. In order to return to the locked position, dial lock 16 is turned counter-clockwise 15 degrees after which the partial rotation of upper unit 11 results in the dial lock 16 fully engaging the lower unit 12. A snapping sound indicates to the user that the dial lock 16 is in the locked position.
With regard to FIG. 19, a perspective view of a fifth optional accessory plate, an expanded base accessory plate 190, is illustrated in FIG. 19A. The diameter of the expanded base accessory plate 190 extends beyond the diameter of the base 10 to provide a wider standing surface for novice and/or rehabilitation users of the exercise device. The expanded base accessory plate 190 fits either the upper unit 11 or lower unit 12 of the base 10 the same as the standard accessory plates (100, 120, 140, 160) by further including custom locks 70 positioned opposite each other within the accessory base 190 for securing the expanded base accessory plate 190 to the base 10. A top view of the expanded base accessory plate 190 is illustrated in FIG. 19B and shows the placement of two handle cutouts 195 for ease of picking up the exercise device while using the expanded base accessory plate 190. A side view of a possible embodiment of the complete exercise device is illustrated in FIG. 19C and shows the combination of the balance ball plate 100 attached to the lower unit 12 and the extended base accessory plate 190 attached to the upper unit 11.
As stated, a preferred embodiment of the present invention provides a convertible exercise device comprising a round base and at least a first optional accessory plate that can be releasably secured to the base. In another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the round base may be further comprised of an upper unit and a lower unit underneath and complementary to the upper unit. In a most preferred embodiment of the present invention, the upper unit of the base may rotate with respect to the lower unit of the base via a bearing located between the upper unit and the lower unit, thereby allowing the user to rotate the upper unit during exercise.
In still another embodiment, a first accessory plate is further comprised of a first side configured for being releasably secured to the base and a second side for engaging a surface thereby enabling a user to perform balance and/or core exercises. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the first accessory plate may be releasably secured to the upper unit of the base. In another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the first accessory plate may be releasably secured to the lower unit of the base. In still another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the first accessory plate may be releasably secured to the upper unit of the base and a second accessory plate may be releasably secured to the lower unit of the base.
In a further embodiment of the present invention, the multiple accessory plates may be releasably secured to the upper unit of the base or the lower unit of the base by engaging the custom locks located opposite one another on the accessory plate with the straight kick plate incorporated into the upper unit of the base and the lower unit of the base. In a preferred embodiment, the custom lock is comprised of a lock enclosure and a lock grip, the lock grip attached to the lock enclosure using a guide pin, and a custom latch secured to the lock enclosure by a guide plate and two screws. The lock enclosure further includes two tension springs positioned parallel to the guide plate. In order to secure an accessory plate to the base, a user aligns the custom locks with the straight kick plates on the base and applies downward pressure until the latch engages the kick plate and the user hears an audible click sound. In order to release the custom lock, a user lifts up on the latch grip thereby forcing the tension springs to compress and the latch to be withdrawn from the kick plate, at which time the user may remove the accessory plate by lifting it up and off the base.
In another embodiment of the present invention, the accessory plate may be comprised of a first side including a base complementary to the exercise devise base and two custom locks for releasably securing the accessory plate to the base of the exercise device and a second side for engaging a surface, wherein the second side is comprised of an inflatable hemispherical balance ball for providing stability type core training. In an alternative embodiment, the second side of the accessory plate is comprised of a plurality of casters. In still another alternative embodiment, the second side of the accessory plate is comprised of a flat slider top for engaging a hand, foot or knee of a user. In a further still alternative embodiment, the second side of the accessory plate is comprised of a plurality of handles that may be gripped by a user for performing push-up type exercises or stability-type core exercises.
In yet another embodiment of the present invention, a convertible exercise device is configured to provide a full body workout, the exercise device comprising: a base, wherein the base is further comprised of an upper unit and a lower unit underneath and complementary to the upper unit, and a first accessory plate releasably secured to the base at the upper unit, the first accessory plate having a first side adjacent to the base when releasably secured to the base and a second side for engaging a surface thereby enabling a user to perform balance and/or core exercises, the base further configured to engage a second accessory plate at the lower unit, the accessory plate capable of being configured in various combinations for allowing the user to perform different exercises targeting different muscle groups of the body.
It will be appreciated that details of the foregoing embodiments, given for purposes of illustration, are not to be construed as limiting the scope of this invention. Although several embodiments of this invention have been described in detail above, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that many modifications are possible in the exemplary embodiments without materially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of this invention. Accordingly, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of this invention, which is defined in the following claims and all equivalents thereto. Further, it is recognized that many embodiments may be conceived that do not achieve all of the advantages of some embodiments, particularly of the preferred embodiments, yet the absence of a particular advantage shall not be construed to necessarily mean that such an embodiment is outside the scope of the present invention.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. A convertible exercise device configured to provide a full body workout, the exercise device comprising:

a base, wherein the base is further comprised of an upper unit and a lower unit underneath and complementary to the upper unit;

and a first accessory plate releasably secured to the base, the accessory plate having a first side configured for being releasably secured to the base and a second side for engaging a surface thereby enabling a user to perform balance and/or core exercises.

2. The convertible exercise device of claim 1, wherein the base further includes a dial lock positioned in the upper unit and a bearing positioned between the upper unit and the lower unit.

3. The convertible exercise device of claim 2, wherein the dial lock when in the locked position prevents the upper unit from rotating about the bearing in relation to the lower unit.

4. The convertible exercise device of claim 2, wherein the dial lock when in the unlocked position allows for the rotation of the upper unit about the bearing in relation to the lower unit.

5. The convertible exercise device of claim 1, wherein the first accessory plate further includes two custom latches for releasably securing the first accessory plate to corresponding openings on the upper unit and the lower unit of the base.

6. The convertible exercise device of claim 1, wherein the first accessory plate is interchangeable with a second accessory plate.

7. The convertible exercise device of claim 6, wherein the first accessory plate is releasably secured to the upper unit of the base and the second accessory plate is releasably secured to the lower unit of the base.

8. The convertible exercise device of claim 1, wherein the first accessory plate is selected from the group comprising of a balance ball plate, a caster plate, a slider plate, a handle bar plate and an extended base plate, and wherein the second accessory plate is selected from the group comprising of a balance ball plate, a caster plate, a slider plate, a handle bar plate and an extended base plate.

9. The convertible exercise device of claim 1, wherein the circumference of the upper unit and the lower unit of the base includes a bumper segment fitted with carabineer inserts defining a plurality of accessory cut-outs for the attachment of additional exercise accessories.

10. A method of achieving a full body workout using a convertible exercise device, the exercise device comprising:

11. The method of claim 10, wherein the base further includes a dial lock positioned in the upper unit and a bearing positioned between the upper unit and the lower unit.

12. The method of claim 11, wherein the dial lock when in the locked position prevents the upper unit from rotating about the bearing in relation to the lower unit.

13. The method of claim 11, wherein the dial lock when in the unlocked position allows for the rotation of the upper unit about the bearing in relation to the lower unit.

14. The method of claim 13, wherein the dial lock may be unlocked by lifting the dial lock vertically from the upper unit and turning the dial clockwise to release the lock.

15. The method of claim 10, wherein the first accessory plate further includes two custom latches for releasably securing the first accessory plate to corresponding openings on the upper unit and the lower unit of the base.

16. The method of claim 10, wherein the first accessory plate is interchangeable with a second accessory plate.

17. The method claim of 16, wherein the first accessory plate is releasably secured to the upper unit of the base and the second accessory plate is releasably secured to the lower unit of the base.

18. The method of claim 10, wherein the first accessory plate is selected from the group comprising of a balance ball plate, a caster plate, a slider plate, a handle bar plate and an extended base plate, and wherein the second accessory plate is selected from the group comprising of a balance ball plate, a caster plate, a slider plate, a handle bar plate and an extended base plate.

19. A convertible exercise system configured to provide a full body workout, the exercise system comprising:

a dial lock positioned in the upper unit for enabling the upper unit of the base to rotate independently in relation to the lower unit of the base; and

a plurality of accessory plates capable of being releasably secured to the base, the plurality of accessory plates having a first side configured for being releasably secured to the base and a second side for engaging a surface thereby enabling a user to perform balance and/or core exercises.

20. The convertible exercise system of claim 19, wherein the circumference of the upper unit and the lower unit of the base further includes a bumper segment fitted with carabineer inserts defining a plurality of accessory cut-outs for the attachment of additional exercise accessories.