WO2010065817A2 - Dispositif d'exercice de jambe/bras à lestage réglable - Google Patents

Dispositif d'exercice de jambe/bras à lestage réglable Download PDF

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WO2010065817A2
WO2010065817A2 PCT/US2009/066713 US2009066713W WO2010065817A2 WO 2010065817 A2 WO2010065817 A2 WO 2010065817A2 US 2009066713 W US2009066713 W US 2009066713W WO 2010065817 A2 WO2010065817 A2 WO 2010065817A2
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B21/00—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
    • A63B21/06—User-manipulated weights
    • A63B21/065—User-manipulated weights worn on user's body
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B21/00—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
    • A63B21/06—User-manipulated weights
    • A63B21/0601—Special physical structures of used masses
    • A63B21/0605—Special physical structures of used masses with boxes, baskets or the like for stacking loose weights therein
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B2209/00—Characteristics of used materials
    • A63B2209/10—Characteristics of used materials with adhesive type surfaces, i.e. hook and loop-type fastener

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  • the present invention pertains to exercise devices of the type that can be adjustably weighted and secured about the leg of a person. Although the preferred embodiment described and illustrated herein pertains to such a device as worn on the lower leg of a person, it will be readily understood that the principles of the invention apply equally to devices worn on the person's forearm.
  • the weighted device be worn about the person's forearm or shin.
  • training and exercise for certain sports, such as soccer, hockey, etc. benefit from leg weights as opposed to ankle weights.
  • the weight receiving pockets of the prior devices are open at their upper ends and a flap is provided to prevent inadvertent removal of a bar from a pocket, particularly during vigorous exercise activities. Under some conditions it is possible for the flap of some prior art units to open, thereby leaving the upper end of the pockets exposed, permitting a weighted bar to fall out of its pocket during vigorous exercise.
  • an adjustably weighted leg exercise unit is adapted to cover either all or most of the lower leg (or forearm).
  • the preferred embodiment is in the form of a wrap that is disposed about the limb and closed securely by straps, or the like.
  • the unit can take the form of a sleeve that slips on over the foot (e.g., like a long sock without a foot portion) and is held in place by elastic bands or elasticized edges.
  • the upper section of the pocket above the access opening may be stretched over the top of the weighted bar so that the top of the bar can be forced under and extend into the upper section of the pocket beyond the access opening. In this position the upper portion of the bar is covered by the upper section of the pocket and is securely prevented from moving out of the pocket.
  • FIG. 1 is view in perspective showing the interior surface of preferred embodiment of a leg weight exercise unit with two cover flaps of the weight receiving compartments open according to the present invention.
  • FIG. 2 is a view in perspective of a portion of the interior surface of the unit of FIG. 1 showing the cover flaps of the weight receiving compartments in different positions.
  • FIG. 3 is a detailed view in perspective of the four weight receiving compartments of the unit of FIG. 1.
  • FIG. 4 is a detailed view in perspective of a portion of a weight receiving compartment of the unit of FIG. 1.
  • FIG. 5 is a detailed view in perspective of an end portion of the interior surface of the unit of FIG. 1.
  • FIG. 6 is a detailed view in perspective of the center section of the interior surface of the unit of FIG. 1.
  • FIG 7 A is a view in perspective of two weight receiving compartments and an end section of the unit of FIG. 1.
  • FIG. 9 is a further detailed view in perspective of the weight receiving compartment shown in FIG. 7B.
  • FIG. 10 is a detailed view in perspective showing the interior surface portions of a section having two vertically aligned weight receiving compartments with the cover flap of one compartment open and the cover flap of the other compartment closed.
  • FIG. 1 1 is a view in perspective of a portion of the exterior surface of the weight receiving and center sections of the unit of FIG. 1.
  • FIG. 15A is a schematic view in plan of the exterior surface of the embodiment of FIG. 1.
  • FIG. 15B is a schematic view in plan of the interior surface of the embodiment of FIG. 1.
  • FIG. 16 is a plan view of a weighted bar used in the weight container sections of the embodiment of FIG. 1.
  • FIG 17 is a view in transverse section of the weighted bar of FIG. 16.
  • the exercise device or unit of the present invention is in the form of an elongated wrap including an interior surface (FIGS. 1 - 10, 13 and 15B) and an opposite exterior surface (FIGS. 1 1 , 12,
  • the device When the device is worn during exercise, the interior surface faces and abuts the wearer's leg, and the exterior surface faces away from the leg.
  • the device includes a first end having first and second closure bands or straps 1 1 , 12 and an opposite second end including third and fourth closure bands 13, 14. Proceeding horizontally or lengthwise intermediate the two ends, the device includes: a first weight container section including vertically adjacent weight receiving compartments 15, 16, each connected at its distal horizontal end to a respective closure band 13, 14; a second weight container section including vertically adjacent weight receiving compartments 17, 18, each connected at its distal end to a respective closure band 1 1 , 12, and an intermediate or center section 19 disposed between the two weight container sections.
  • the weight compartments 15, 16, 17, 18 are substantially identical and are arranged in two vertical or widthwise extending columns of two, each column oriented to be disposed along a respective side of the wearer's shin when the unit is deployed on his/her lower leg.
  • the compartments each have weight receiving pockets 30 with weight receiving openings on the interior surface of the unit. More specifically, as best illustrated in Figs. 1 - 4, 7 - 10 and 13, each compartment has five vertically elongated weight receiving pockets 30 arranged in parallel side-by-side adjacency and covered by a common flap 31 pivotally attached by a sewn seam, or the like along the upper edge of the compartment.
  • Flap 31 is biased downward to overlie the pockets 30 in a closed position and includes closure retention arrangement, such as Velcro, to maintain the flap in place in its closed position.
  • each flap 31 has a Velcro strip 32 secured at the distal end of its underside and positioned to mate with a Velcro strip 33 sewn onto the three middle pockets 30 of the compartment.
  • the pockets are covered and inaccessible.
  • the pockets are both visible and accessible.
  • the pockets 30 are elongated to receive correspondingly elongated weight bars 50 shown in Figs. 16, 17.
  • a weight bar 50 may be inserted into a pocket 30 through a small access opening 34 that, instead of being at the end of the pocket, is provided in the pocket wall a short distance below the upper end of the pocket.
  • the bar is longer than the bottom portion of the pocket that extends below opening 34.
  • the bar may be inserted through that access opening 34 and downwardly into the pocket.
  • a resilient upper section of the pocket wall defining the top of the access opening 34 may be stretched over the top of the weighted bar so that the top of the bar can be pushed under and extend into the upper section of the pocket above the access opening. In this position the upper section of the bar is covered by the upper section of the pocket wall and is prevented from inadvertently moving out of the pocket.
  • weight bars 50 are provided with each device, one bar for each of the twenty pockets.
  • the device may be used during exercises with some or all of the pockets having a bar inserted therein, depending on the nature and level of exercise.
  • the bars typically weigh VA pound each; however, heavier and lighter weights may be used.
  • Intermediate section 19 of the unit is preferably positioned to be disposed along the wearer's shin when the unit is deployed. Accordingly, the two columns of weight compartments are disposed primarily along the sides of the leg, and the wrap opening is disposed at the back of the leg. Center section 19 is cushioned to further protect the leg. The cover flap 31 associated with each compartment is also cushioned so as to further protect the user's leg from injury from the weights during exercise activities.
  • the compartments 15, 16, 17, 18 are made from
  • Intermediate section 19 is made of nylon-covered foam with non- skid attachments 41 , in the form of horizontally extending and vertically spaced stripes of soft high friction material, to help maintain the device positionally stable on the wearer's leg during exercise.
  • Straps 1 1 , 12, 13, 14 are made of neoprene that is stretchable to accommodate and hold weights securely in place when the straps close the device around the wearer's leg.
  • the bindings around the edges of the device are made of stretch Lycra to elastically secure the device to the leg for different size/shape legs.
  • PVC backing is used in the pockets to additionally positionally stabilize the weight bars and limit movement.
  • the flaps 31 are made of velvet and neoprene with a Lycra binding; the velvet serves as a cushion and avoids rubbing friction.
  • the neoprene covered flaps have foamed cushioning under the neoprene to form a cushioned pad that rests against the wearer's leg. This provides additional protection for long shaft bones and musculature.
  • the device as disclosed in the preferred embodiment has four closure straps 1 1 , 12, 13, 14, two at each end of the device, it will be appreciated that only two straps, one at each end may suffice for different units, particularly smaller units.
  • the device instead of taking the form of a wrap, the device may be made as a continuous sleeve having elasticized ends to secure the unit in place on a limb, and may also include another elastic band at the middle of the unit.
  • the device may be configured for use on a wearer's forearm.
  • the arm units have the weight bars positioned on the upper portion of the forearm.
  • FIGS. 15A and 15B are schematic drawings showing the exterior and interior surfaces, respectively, of a unit similar to that described above and serve as a basis for describing exemplary or typical dimensions for an exemplary unit. Referring to these drawings, the following dimensions are typical: Vertical height of overall unit - - 8.37" Horizontal length of center section 19 - - 14.5" Horizontal length of closure bands 13, 14 - - 5.9"
  • the invention as described has several advantages over prior art arm and leg weights.
  • One such advantage is the provision of at least twenty weight receiving pockets that permit a user of the device to gradually increase or decrease the total weight in twenty-one steps as needed for different types and levels of exercise.
  • This advantage is achieved in part by configuring the device to fit on most of the lower leg or forearm rather than being limited to the ankle or wrist area of the wearer, and by arranging the weight receiving pockets in two columns of two compartments, spaced on opposite sides of the leg, with five pockets in each compartment.
  • Another advantage is the configuration of the unit so that it may be safely and comfortably used. This is achieved by the fact that the flaps are neoprene-covered and the bands are made of neoprene with velvet soft material arranged to be in contact with the wearer's skin for providing friction free smoothness as well as warmth against the leg to both protect musculature and the limb.
  • the present invention provides for insertion of the weight bars through access openings 34 located below the upper end of the pocket.
  • the weight bar 50 is longer than the bottom portion of the pocket that extends below opening 34.
  • the elastomeric upper edge of the pocket opening 34 permits the weight bar to be inserted such that the top portion of the bar is covered by the top portion of the pocket and held in place by the elastomeric upper edge of the pocket forcing the bar laterally against the rear wall of the pocket.
  • weight bar 50 is longer than the length of the bottom portion of the pocket and is retained in the upper portion of the pocket, the bar cannot inadvertently become disengaged from the pocket.
  • the unit may be employed over the dorsal muscles or volar aspect of the forearm, or on the muscles behind long shaft bones.

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L'invention porte sur un dispositif d'exercice à lestage réglable, lequel dispositif comprend une bande ou un manchon munis de poches destinées à recevoir sélectivement des barreaux de lest, chaque poche comportant une ouverture d'accès par laquelle on peut introduire un barreau de lest dans la poche, l'ouverture d'accès se trouvant dans une position espacée des extrémités de la poche de telle sorte que le barreau de lest n'est pas plus long que la longueur de la partie inférieure de la poche s'étendant à partir de l'ouverture d'accès et jusqu'au fond de la poche. Une section élastique sur le bord supérieur de l'ouverture d'accès permet d'étirer la partie supérieure de la poche de façon à recevoir et à retenir la partie supérieure du barreau de lest. Le nombre de poches est rendu maximal dans le but d'améliorer la manière de régler le poids par disposition des poches selon une pluralité de compartiments, les compartiments étant disposés en deux colonnes espacées transversalement.
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