WO2014133879A1 - Plateformes, dispositifs d'exercice et procédés d'amélioration de la condition physique - Google Patents

Plateformes, dispositifs d'exercice et procédés d'amélioration de la condition physique Download PDF

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WO2014133879A1
WO2014133879A1 PCT/US2014/017543 US2014017543W WO2014133879A1 WO 2014133879 A1 WO2014133879 A1 WO 2014133879A1 US 2014017543 W US2014017543 W US 2014017543W WO 2014133879 A1 WO2014133879 A1 WO 2014133879A1
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Autumn DEMARCO
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  • the present invention relates generally to improvement of physical fitness and, more particularly, but not by way of limitation, to a portable apparatus with a horizontal bar that can be used for bodyweight pull-ups and/or to suspend one or more pieces of exercise equipment (e.g., for rehabilitation or recreational exercises).
  • This disclosure includes embodiments of apparatuses, systems, and methods.
  • Some embodiments can, for example, be useful for recreational exercise, rehabilitative exercise (e.g., after injury, surgery, joint replacement, etc.).
  • Some embodiments of the present platforms or platform apparatuses comprise: a base having a first end, a second end, first side, and a second side, the base configured to be supported by a surface; the base having a width of at least 30 inches between the first side and the second side, and a length of at least 48 inches between the first end and the second end; a horizontal bar; and one or more support members extending upwardly from the base closer to the second end than to the first end, the one or more support members configured to support the horizontal bar at a height of at least 54 inches above the surface; where the apparatus is configured to support a weight of at least 100 pounds hanging from the horizontal bar without tipping.
  • the base defines a support plane above the surface.
  • the base includes a non-slip surface that defines the support plane.
  • the base includes a first frame member defining the first side, a second frame member defining the second side, a third frame member defining the first end, and a fourth frame member defining the second end.
  • the base includes a platform coupled to the first, second, third, and fourth frame members to define the support plane.
  • Some embodiments further comprise: a wheelchair ramp having one or more connectors configured to be coupled to the base at the first end such that the ramp slopes between the surface and the supporting plane.
  • the fourth frame member includes one or more connectors configured to be removably coupled to the one or more connectors of the wheelchair ramp. Some embodiments further comprise: one or more handles coupled to the fourth frame member. In some embodiments, the one or more handles are recessed into the fourth frame member. Some embodiments further comprise: one or more wheels or rollers coupled to the base at the second end such that the one or more wheels or rollers will contact the surface if the first end is raised relative to the first end. In some embodiments, the one or more wheels or rollers includes two wheels or rollers. In some embodiments, the one or more wheels or rollers will not contact the surface if the surface is level and the first and seconds ends are disposed at the same elevation.
  • Some embodiments of the present platforms or platform apparatuses comprise: one or more handles coupled to the fourth frame member. In some embodiments, the one or more handles are recessed into the fourth frame member. Some embodiments further comprise: one or more wheels or rollers coupled to the base at the second end such that the one or more wheels or rollers will contact the surface if the first end is raised relative to the first end. In some embodiments, the one or more wheels or rollers includes two wheels or rollers. In some embodiments, the one or more wheels or rollers will not contact the surface if the surface is level and the first and seconds ends are disposed at the same elevation.
  • the one or more support members includes two support members. In some embodiments, each of the two support members is adjustable to support the horizontal bar at two or more different heights. In some embodiments, each of the two support members is adjustable to support the horizontal bar at a height of between 54 inches and 108 inches above the surface.
  • each of the two support members comprises: a hollow base member having a sidewall defining a channel, the sidewall including one or more holes in communication with the channel; a telescoping member movably disposed in the channel of the base member; and a locking pin or threaded member configured to extend through one of the one or more holes in the base member to resist movement of the telescoping member relative to the base member.
  • each telescoping member includes a sidewall having one or more holes
  • each of the two support members comprises: a locking pin or threaded member configured to extend through one of the one or more holes of the base member and through one of the one or more holes of the telescoping member to lock the position of the telescoping member relative to the base member.
  • the width of the base is between 42 and 54 inches. In some embodiments, the length of the base is between 84 and 102 inches. In some embodiments, the apparatus (e.g., base, support members, and/or other components) comprises aluminum.
  • Some embodiments of the present methods comprise: coupling the one or more suspension members of an embodiment of the present exercise devices to an embodiment of the present platforms with a part of the strap between the first and second points at which the one or more suspension members are coupled to the strap forming a U- shape.
  • Some embodiments of the present methods comprise providing or accessing an embodiment of the present exercise devices that is coupled to an embodiment of the present platforms with a part of the strap between the first and second points at which the one or more suspension members are coupled to the strap forming a U-shape.
  • Some embodiments of the present methods comprise: positioning at least one foot of a user onto the U-shape and performing pull-ups such that the elastic portion assists the user in performing the pull-ups.
  • Some embodiments of the present methods comprise: positioning the trunk of a user onto the U-shape and performing push-ups such that the elastic portion assists the user in performing the push-ups.
  • at least one hand of the user is supported by a surface while performing the push-ups.
  • at least one hand of the user is supported by at least one of the handles while performing the push-ups.
  • Some embodiments of the present methods comprise: adjusting the position of the one or more suspension members relative to at least one of the first end of the strap and the second end of the strap.
  • Some embodiments of the present methods comprise: adjusting, after positioning at least one foot of the user, the position of the one or more suspension members relative to at least one of the first end of the strap and the second end of the strap to increase the length of strap between the first and second points at which the one or more suspension members is coupled to the strap.
  • Some embodiments of the present exercise devices comprise: a strap having a first end, a second end, a length between the first end and the second end, the strap having an elastic portion between and spaced apart from the first end and the second end; a first handle configured to be coupled to the strap on a first side of the elastic portion such that the first handle is spaced apart from the elastic portion; a second handle configured to be coupled to the strap on a second side of the elastic portion such that the second handle is spaced apart from the elastic portion; and one or more suspension members configured to be coupled (i) to the strap at a first point between the elastic portion and the first handle, and at a second point between the elastic portion and the second handle, and (ii) to be coupled to a supporting structure.
  • the strap includes a strap assembly comprising: an elastic segment that includes at least a part of the elastic portion of the strap; a first substantially-inelastic segment configured to be coupled to the elastic segment and to extend to the first end of the strap; and a second substantially-inelastic segment configured to be coupled to the elastic segment and to extend to the second end of the strap.
  • the elastic segment comprises at least one of: natural rubber, synthetic rubber, or a combination thereof.
  • the elastic segment comprises a plurality of strands of material.
  • the first substantially inelastic segment and second substantially inelastic segment are each configured to be removably coupled to the elastic segment.
  • Some embodiments further comprise: a first connector configured to couple the first substantially-inelastic segment to the elastic segment; and a second connector configured to couple the second substantially-inelastic segment to the elastic segment.
  • Some embodiments of the present exercise devices further comprise: a first adjuster coupled to the one or more suspension members, and coupled to the strap between the first end of the strap and the elastic portion; a second adjuster coupled to the one or more suspension members, and coupled to the strap between the second end of the strap and the elastic portion.
  • the first and second adjusters are each configured such that (i) if the adjuster is in a first configuration, the adjuster will slide relative to the strap; and (ii) if the adjuster is in a second configuration, the adjuster will resist sliding relative to the strap.
  • the first and second adjusters are configured to remain in the second configuration if there is tension in a portion of the strap between the adjuster and the elastic portion.
  • Some embodiments further comprise: a first locking member coupled to the one or more suspension members and coupled to the strap to resist sliding of the first adjuster relative to the strap in the absence of tension in the portion of the strap between the first adjuster and the elastic portion; and a second locking member coupled to the one or more suspension members and coupled to the strap to resist sliding of the second adjuster relative to the strap in the absence of tension in the portion of the strap between the second adjuster and the elastic portion.
  • the first and second adjusters each comprises: a body having an opening disposed in a first plane, and a pair of spaced-apart slots each disposed in a second plane that is not parallel to the first plane; and a rod configured to extend between and into each of the spaced-apart slots such that the rod is slidable relative to the body; where the strap extends through the opening twice and around the rod.
  • the one or more suspension members comprise: a first suspension member having a first end and a second end, the first end configured to be coupled to first adjuster, and the second end configured to be coupled to a supporting structure; and a second suspension member having a first end and a second end, the first end configured to be coupled to the second adjuster, and the second end configured to be coupled to a supporting structure.
  • Some embodiments further comprise: a first connector coupled to second end of the first suspension member and configured to couple the first suspension member to a supporting structure; and a second connector coupled to second end of the second suspension member and configured to couple the second suspension member to a supporting structure.
  • the first and second suspension members are each flexible.
  • the first handle and the second handle each comprises a ring.
  • the first handle and the second handle each comprises a flexible portion and a substantially rigid portion that cooperates with the flexible portion to define at least one loop.
  • the first handle and the second handle are each substantially rigid.
  • Some embodiments further comprise: a supporting structure having a bar to which the one or more suspension members can be coupled.
  • the one or more suspension members are configured to be coupled to a supporting structure and in substantially-fixed relation to the strap, with a part of the strap between the first and second points at which the one or more suspension members is coupled to the strap forming a U-shape onto which the feet of a user can be positioned such that the elastic portion can assist the user in performing pull-ups from the supporting structure.
  • the one or more suspension members are configured to be coupled to a supporting structure and in substantially-fixed relation to the strap, with a part of the strap between the first and second points at which the one or more suspension members is coupled to the strap forming a U-shape onto which the trunk of a user can be positioned such that the elastic portion can assist the user in performing push-ups from the ground or from the handles.
  • the exercise device is further configured such that the elastic portion can assist the use in performing push-ups from the ground while the user's feet are positioned in the handles.
  • any embodiment of any of the apparatuses, systems, and methods can consist of or consist essentially of - rather than comprise/include/contain/have - any of the described steps, elements, and/or features.
  • the term “consisting of or “consisting essentially of” can be substituted for any of the open-ended linking verbs recited above, in order to change the scope of a given claim from what it would otherwise be using the open-ended linking verb.
  • FIGS. 1-2 depict perspective and side views, respectively, of one embodiment of an exercise device usable with the present platforms.
  • FIG. 3 depicts a user in a lower position of a pull-up assisted with the exercise device of FIGS. 1 and 2.
  • FIG. 4 depicts a user in an upper position of a pull-up assisted with the exercise device of FIGS. 1 and 2.
  • FIG. 5 depicts a user in a lower position of a first type of push-up assisted with the exercise device of FIGS. 1 and 2.
  • FIG. 6 depicts a user in an upper position of the first type push-up of FIG. 5.
  • FIG. 7 depicts a user in an upper position of a second type of push-up assisted with the exercise device of FIGS. 1 and 2.
  • FIG. 8 depicts a user in a lower position of the second type push-up of FIG. 7.
  • FIG. 9 depicts a perspective view a first embodiment of the present platforms.
  • FIG. 10 depicts a left side view of the embodiment of FIG. 9.
  • FIG. 11 depicts a front side view of the embodiment of FIG. 9.
  • FIG. 12 depicts a rear side view of the embodiment of FIG. 9.
  • FIG. 13 depicts certain details of one embodiment of a removable wheelchair ramp configured for use with the embodiment of FIG. 9. DESCRIPTION OF ILLUSTRATIVE EMBODIMENTS
  • Coupled is defined as connected, although not necessarily directly, and not necessarily mechanically; two items that are “coupled” may be unitary with each other.
  • the terms “a” and “an” are defined as one or more unless this disclosure explicitly requires otherwise.
  • the term “substantially” is defined as largely but not necessarily wholly what is specified (and includes what is specified; e.g., substantially 90 degrees includes 90 degrees and substantially parallel includes parallel), as understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art. In any disclosed embodiment, the terms “substantially,” “approximately,” and “about” may be substituted with "within [a percentage] of what is specified, where the percentage includes .1 , 1, 5, and 10 percent.
  • a device or system that is configured in a certain way is configured in at least that way, but it can also be configured in other ways than those specifically described.
  • apparatus 10 is generally portable and usable with different support structures (e.g., in different places), as described below in more detail.
  • apparatus 10 comprises: a strap (e.g., a primary strap) 14, a first handle 18, and a second handle 22.
  • Strap 14 can comprise any suitable material that permits apparatus 10 to function as described in this disclosure.
  • strap 14 can comprise a woven strap-like or webbing material with a flat cross- sectional shape (e.g., polyester, nylon, cotton, and/or the like), and/or having a width of at least, or between any two of: 0.5, 1 , 2, 3, 4, or more inches.
  • handles 18 and 22 are each circular (e.g., similar to the circular handles used in gymnastics) that can comprise one or materials such as wood, polymer, and/or the like; and that can be coupled to strap 14 by doubling strap over itself around a portion of the handle and then affixing the strap to itself (e.g., with stitches, adhesive, rivets, and/or the like) to form a loop, as shown.
  • strap 14 has a first end 26, a second end 30, and a length between first end 26 and second end 30.
  • strap 14 also includes an elastic portion 34 between and spaced apart from first end 26 and second end 30.
  • Elastic portion 34 can, for example, comprise at least one of: natural rubber (e.g., latex), synthetic rubber (e.g., latex), rubberized neoprene, ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber, various natural gums, shock cord or bungee cord, and/or various other elastic materials, or a combination of any two or more of the foregoing; and/or can comprise a plurality of strands of material (e.g., in a woven, or laminated configuration). Elastic portion 34 can also have any suitable modulus of elasticity and/or tensile strength.
  • natural rubber e.g., latex
  • synthetic rubber e.g., latex
  • rubberized neoprene e.g., ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber
  • various natural gums e.g., shock cord or bungee cord
  • EPDM ethylene propylene diene monomer
  • Elastic portion 34 can also have
  • elastic portion 34 has a tensile strength of at least 300 lbs, 500 lbs, 750 lbs, 1000 lbs, 1500 lbs, or more.
  • first handle 18 is configured to be coupled to (and is shown coupled to) the strap on a first side of elastic portion 34 (e.g., at first end 26, as shown) such that handle 18 is spaced apart from elastic portion 34.
  • second handle 22 is configured to be coupled (and is shown coupled) to the strap on a second side of elastic portion 34 (e.g., at second end 30, as shown) such that handle 22 is spaced apart from elastic portion 34.
  • first end 26 can extend beyond handle 18 (e.g., such that handle 18 is configure to be coupled to strap between first end 26 and elastic portion 34); and/or second end 30 can extend beyond handle 22 (e.g., such that handle 22 is configured to be coupled to strap between second end 30 and elastic portion 34).
  • strap 14 is substantially inelastic (e.g., may comprise woven strap material, such as, for example, any of the types of strap material used for automotive seatbelts, cargo tie-downs, and the like).
  • elastic portion 34 has a flat cross-sectional shape; and/or has a width substantially equal to the width of the portions of strap 14 between elastic portion 34 and ends 26 and 30 (e.g., of at least, or between any two of: 0.5, 1 , 2, 3, 4, or more inches).
  • the entire length of strap 14 (including elastic portion 34) has a flat cross-sectional shape with a nominal width of 2 inches (and, in some such embodiments, elastic portion 34 has a thickness of 4.75 millimeters).
  • elastic portion 34 is covered by a sleeve of material (e.g., cotton fabric), such as, for example, to provide a soft outer surface for contact with a user during use.
  • apparatus 10 also comprises one or more suspension members configured to be coupled (i) to the strap at a first point 42 between elastic portion 34 and first handle 18, and at a second point 46 between elastic portion 34 and second handle 22; and (ii) to be coupled to a supporting structure (e.g., bar 204, as shown in FIGS. 3-8).
  • apparatus 10 comprises two suspension members: a first suspension member 38a that is configured to be coupled (i) to the strap at the first point 42, and (ii) to be coupled to a supporting structure (e.g., bar 204, as shown in FIGS.
  • a second suspension member 38b that is configured to be coupled to the strap at second point 46, and to a supporting structure (e.g., bar 204, as shown in FIGS. 3-8).
  • a single supporting member can be configured to be coupled to the strap at both points 42 and 46, and to a supporting structure (e.g., at one or more points).
  • Points 42 and 46 can be spaced apart by a distance of, for example: equal to, greater than, or between any of: 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, or more inches.
  • suspension members 38a and 38b comprise a flexible, substantially-inelastic strap material (e.g., may comprise woven strap material, such as, for example, any of the types of strap material used for automotive seatbelts, cargo tie-downs, and the like) similar to that of strap 14 (e.g., substantially-inelastic members 54 and 58), but having a smaller width (in other embodiments, suspension members can have a width that is less than or greater than that of members 54 and 58).
  • a flexible, substantially-inelastic strap material e.g., may comprise woven strap material, such as, for example, any of the types of strap material used for automotive seatbelts, cargo tie-downs, and the like
  • strap 14 e.g., substantially-inelastic members 54 and 58
  • suspension members can have a width that is less than or greater than that of members 54 and 58).
  • suspension members 38a and 38b can each comprise a woven strap-like or webbing material with a flat cross-sectional shape (e.g., polyester, nylon, cotton, and/or the like), and/or having a width of at least, or between any two of: 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, or more inches.
  • the one or more suspension members can be substantially rigid.
  • strap 14 includes a strap assembly comprising: an elastic segment 50 that includes at least a part (e.g., all, as shown) of elastic portion 34; a first substantially-inelastic segment 54 configured to be coupled to elastic segment 50 and extend to first end 26 of the strap; and a second substantially-inelastic segment 58 configured to be coupled to elastic segment 34 and extend to second end 30 of the strap.
  • first segment 54 is substantially identical to second segment 58.
  • Elastic segment 50 (e.g., elastic portion 34) can comprise, for example, at least one of: natural rubber (e.g., latex), synthetic rubber (e.g., latex), rubberized neoprene, ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber, various natural gums, shock cord or bungee cord, and/or various other elastic materials, or a combination of any two or more of the foregoing; and/or can comprise a plurality of strands of material (e.g., in a woven, or laminated configuration).
  • natural rubber e.g., latex
  • synthetic rubber e.g., latex
  • rubberized neoprene e.g., ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber
  • various natural gums e.g., shock cord or bungee cord
  • shock cord or bungee cord e.g., shock cord, and/or various other elastic materials, or a combination of any two or more
  • elastic segment 50 (e.g., and elastic portion 34) has a relaxed (un-stretched) length equal to, or between any two of: 12 inches, 18 inches, 24 inches, 30 inches, 36 inches, or more.
  • first and second segments 54 and 58 each has a length equal to, or between any two of: 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet, 7 feet, 8 feet, 9 feet, 10 feet, or more.
  • First and second segments 54 and 58 can be configured to be coupled to elastic segment in any manner that permits the apparatus to function as described in this disclose.
  • first and/or second segments 54 and 58 are non-removably coupled to elastic segment (e.g., by way of stitches, adhesives, rivets, and/or the like).
  • first segment 54 and second segment 58 are each stitched (and/or crimped, glued, riveted, and/or the like) to elastic segment 50 in connection portions 62 that can overlap (e.g., do overlap in the embodiment shown) at least part of the elastic portion.
  • first substantially inelastic segment 54 and second substantially inelastic segment 58 are each configured to be removably coupled to elastic segment 50 (e.g., via connectors such as, for example: clips, buckles, clamps, or the like (not shown, but suitable types of buckles and connectors are used for automotive seat-belt buckles, other canvas straps, and the like)).
  • Such embodiments can further comprise: a first connector (not shown, but at or in place of connection portion 62) configured to couple the first substantially- inelastic segment to the elastic segment; and a second connector (not shown, but at or in place of connection portion 62) configured to couple the second substantially-inelastic segment to the elastic segment.
  • Some embodiments of the present kits comprise a plurality of elastic segments (e.g., each with a different modulus of elasticity or strength to provide different levels of assistance or resistance, as described in more detail below).
  • apparatus 10 comprises a first adjuster 66 coupled to the one or more suspension members, and coupled to the strap between the first end of the strap and the elastic portion; and apparatus 10 comprises a second adjuster 70 coupled to the one or more suspension members, and coupled to the strap between the second end of the strap and the elastic portion.
  • apparatus 10 comprises a first adjuster 66 coupled to first suspension member 38a and coupled to strap 14 between first end 26 and elastic portion 34; and apparatus 10 comprises a second adjuster 70 coupled to second suspension member 38b and coupled to strap 14 between second end 30 and elastic portion 34.
  • first suspension member 38a is (e.g., non-removably) coupled in fixed relation to adjuster 66
  • second suspension member 38b is (e.g., non- removably) coupled in fixed relation to adjuster 70.
  • adjusters 66 and 70 are each configured such that (i) if the adjuster is in a first configuration, the adjuster will slide relative to strap 14 (e.g., to adjust the position of point 42 or 46, and thereby the length of strap 14 that is between the adjuster and the respective first end 26 or second end 30 of the strap); and (ii) if the adjuster is in a second configuration, the adjuster will resist sliding relative to the strap (such that the length of strap 14 that is between the adjuster and the respective firs end 26 or second end 30 of strap 14 is substantially constant).
  • adjusters 66 and 70 can comprise a mechanism that is similar in some respects to a type of mechanism often used in automotive lap belts to adjust the position of the buckle (and thereby the length of the lap belt).
  • suspension members 38a and 38b are each non- removably coupled to the respective one of adjusters 66 or 70.
  • suspension members 38a and 38b loop through an opening (e.g., opening 324 described below with reference to FIGS. 9B-9D) and are securely fastened back to themselves (e.g., via stitches, adhesive, rivets, and/or the like).
  • adjusters 38a and 38b are removably coupled to their respective adjusters (e.g., via hooks, buckles, connectors, or the like).
  • first suspension member 38a is configured to be coupled to adjuster 66 and a supporting structure such that adjuster 66 is spaced apart from a supporting structure if first suspension member 66 is coupled to the supporting structure; and second suspension member 38b is configured to be coupled to adjuster 70 and a supporting structure such that adjuster 70 is spaced apart from a supporting structure if second suspension member 38b is coupled to the supporting structure.
  • first suspension member 38a has a first end 74 configured to be coupled (and shown coupled) to first adjuster 66, and a second end 78 configured to be coupled to a supporting structure (e.g., as shown in FIGS. 3-8); and second suspension member 38b has a first end 82 configured to be coupled (and shown coupled) to the second adjuster, and the second end 86 configured to be coupled to a supporting structure (e.g., as shown in FIGS. 3- 8).
  • apparatus 10 also comprises: a first connector 94 coupled (and shown coupled) to second end 78 of the first suspension member and configured to couple the first suspension member to a supporting structure; and a second connector 98 coupled (and shown coupled) to second end of the second suspension member and configured to couple the second suspension member to a supporting structure.
  • connectors 94 and 98 each comprises a carabiner.
  • suspension members 38a and 38b each comprise an enlarged connection portion 102 (e.g., where each suspension member is doubled over and stitched to itself to hold the respective connector 94 or 98) having a thickness that is greater than the thickness of the rest of the respective suspension members 38a and 38b.
  • connection portions 102 can also serve as connectors, such as, for example, to close suspension members 38a and/or 38b in a door (between the door and the door jamb) such that one or both of connection portions 102 are on one side of the door and the remainder of apparatus 10 is on the other side of the door (e.g., so that the door acts an anchor for the apparatus during use).
  • these connectors can comprise any suitable structure (e.g., clips, tabs, buckles, and/or the like.
  • suspension members 38a and 38b each has a length equal to, or between any two of: 12 inches, 18 inches, 24 inches, 28 inches, 30 inches, 36 inches, or more.
  • segments 54 and 58 of strap 14 each has a length of 8 feet; elastic segment 50 (and elastic portion 30) has a relaxed length of 30 inches; and/or suspension members 38a and 38b each has a length of 28 inches.
  • apparatus 10 is shown coupled to a supporting structure 200.
  • supporting structure 200 includes a pull-up bar 204 (e.g., of sufficient strength to permit a user 208 to perform standard body- weight pull-ups) such as, for example, that may be part of a gym rack or other exercise equipment, a playground gym, or the like.
  • suspension members 38a and 38b are configured to be coupled (and are shown coupled) to the supporting structure via connectors 94 and 98 (e.g., the carabiners 94 and 98 can be hooked around bar 204).
  • suspension members 38a and 38b can be wrapped around the bar and the carabiners 94 and 98 each hooked around the respective suspension members 38a or 38b (or any other structure, pole, and/or the like), carabiners 94 and 98 can be hooked to each other such that suspension members 38a and 38b cooperate to loop around the bar (or any other structure, pole, and/or the like), and/or suspension members 38a and 38b can be coupled to the supporting structure in any other way that permits the apparatus to function as described in this disclose (e.g., eye-hooks can be secured to a supporting beam, such as, for example, the top of a suitably stable door frame).
  • Some embodiments of the present apparatuses and systems include a supporting structure (e.g., 200) having a bar (e.g., 204) to which the one or more suspension members can be coupled.
  • the one or more suspension members are coupled to in substantially-fixed relation to strap 14, with a part of the strap between first and second points at which the one or more suspension members is coupled to the strap forming a U-shape 212 onto which the feet of a user 208 can be positioned (and are shown positioned) such that elastic portion 34 can assist the user in performing pull-ups from the supporting structure.
  • first and second suspension members 38a and 38b are coupled in fixed relation to the strap (e.g., such that the part of the respective suspension member does not move longitudinally relative to the strap) via adjusters 66 and 70 that are in the second configuration discussed above (in which adjusters 66 and 70 resist sliding relative to the strap).
  • Examples of methods of using the apparatus can comprise any one or more of:
  • the position of the one or more suspension members (e.g., 38a and 38b) relative to at least one of first end 26 of the strap and second end 30 of the strap can be adjusted with adjuster 66 and/or adjuster 70.
  • adjuster 66 will resist sliding relative to the strap if adjuster is in the configuration shown (second configuration described above).
  • adjuster 66 will be permit a user to slide the adjuster (and thereby suspension member 38a) relative to strap 14, to adjust the position of suspension member 38a relative to first end of strap 26.
  • Adjuster 70 can function in a similar manner to adjust the position of suspension member 38b relative to second end 30. If the length of strap 14 that is between points 42 and 46 is adjusted such that U-shape does not touch surface (e.g., ground) 220 (or touches surface 220 less than it would if a user positioned one his or her feet onto the U-shape), then when the user positions one or more feet onto the U-shape, as shown, elastic portion 34 will stretch when the user positions one or more feet onto the U-shape (and provide a force in upward direction 228 that can assist the user in performing push-ups).
  • surface e.g., ground
  • pull-ups can be performed such that elastic portion 34 assists the user in performing the pull- ups.
  • the length of strap 14 between points 42 and 46 can be increased (e.g., points 42 and 46 can be moved closer to respective ends 26 and 30) such that the assistive force provided by elastic portion 34 decreases, and the user must provide greater force to complete the pull-up (e.g., eventually performing full- body- weight pull-ups without assistance).
  • embodiments of the present apparatus can enable a user without sufficient strength and/or skill to full-body-weight pull-ups to perform pull-ups with a full range of motion.
  • the position of the suspension members relative to the strap can be adjusted (via adjusters 66 and 70) to increase the length of the strap between adjusters 66 and 70 and thereby reduce (e.g., and eliminate) tension in elastic portion 34 before the user's foot or feet are removed from the U-shape (212).
  • embodiments of the present apparatus can enable a user without sufficient strength and/or skill to full-body- weight push-ups to perform push-ups with a full range of motion.
  • at least one hand (e.g., both hands) of the user can be supported by handle 18 and/or handle 22 while performing the push-ups (e.g., such that the user will engage a greater number of stabilizer muscles because handles 18 and 22 are unstable (e.g., can move laterally in any direction if not stabilized by the user)); and/or at least one foot (e.g., both feet) of the user can be supported by the ground.
  • FIGS. 5 and 6 at least one hand (e.g., both hands) of the user can be supported by handle 18 and/or handle 22 while performing the push-ups (e.g., such that the user will engage a greater number of stabilizer muscles because handles 18 and 22 are unstable (e.g., can move laterally in any direction if not stabilized by the user)); and/or at least one foot (
  • At least one hand (e.g., both hands) of the user can be supported by the surface (e.g., ground) while performing the push-ups; and at least one foot (e.g., both feet) of the user can be supported by handle 18 and/or handle 22 while performing the push-ups (e.g., such that the user will engage a greater number of stabilizer muscles because handles 18 and 22 are unstable (e.g., can move laterally in any direction if not stabilized by the user)).
  • the surface e.g., ground
  • at least one foot (e.g., both feet) of the user can be supported by handle 18 and/or handle 22 while performing the push-ups (e.g., such that the user will engage a greater number of stabilizer muscles because handles 18 and 22 are unstable (e.g., can move laterally in any direction if not stabilized by the user)).
  • Apparatus 10 can be used in a variety of other ways and for a variety of other exercises as well.
  • U-shape 212 can be extended horizontally such that a user 208 can stand in U-shape 212 of the strap and perform resisted running (such that elastic portion 34 resists motion of the user in the direction in which the user would travel if not held back by the strap).
  • Elastic portion 34 can thus provide resistance for this and various other exercise (e.g., as opposed to providing assistance, as described above for the pull-ups and push-ups depicted in FIGS. 3- 8).
  • FIGS. 9-12 depict a first embodiment of the present platforms: platform or apparatus 300.
  • platform 300 comprises: a base 304 having a first end 308, a second end 312, first side 316, and a second side 320.
  • Base 304 can be configured to be supported by a surface such as a floor surface 320, as shown.
  • base 304 has a width 324 of at least 30 inches (e.g., between 42 and 54 inches) between first side 316 and second side 320.
  • width 324 is 48 inches.
  • base 304 also has a length 328 of at least 48 inches (e.g., between 84 and 102 inches) between first end 308 and second end 312.
  • length 328 is 96 inches.
  • platform 300 also comprises a horizontal bar 332 (e.g., a pull-up bar such as 204) extending across the width of base 304; and one or more (e.g., two, as shown) support members 336 extending upwardly (e.g., vertically) from base 304 closer to second end 312 than to first end 308.
  • support members 336 are configured to support horizontal bar 332 at a height 340 of at least 60 inches above surface 320.
  • horizontal bar 332 is shown at a height 340 of 60 inches.
  • platform 300 is configured to support a weight of at least 100 pounds hanging from horizontal bar 332 without tipping of the platform (e.g., with platform 300 stabilized by its own weight and configuration, and without the platform being secured to a floor (surface 320), a wall, or any other supporting structure).
  • Platform 300 can comprise any material that is suitably durable to permit the platform to function as described in this disclosure.
  • the frame members and support members can comprise aluminum tubing (e.g., square tubing).
  • platform 300 is configured to support a weight of at least 200, 300, 400, 500, or more pounds hanging (e.g., vertically) from horizontal bar without tipping.
  • platform 300 is configured to support a weight of 100, 200, 300, 400, and/or 500 pounds pulling away from horizontal bar 332 at an angle of up to 45 degrees (e.g., 15, 30, or more degrees) from vertical toward first end 308 or second end 312 without tipping.
  • an exercise device or apparatus 10 can be suspended from bar 322 for use as described above, and pulled at various angles (e.g., up to 45 degrees) relative to support members 336, but base 304 is large enough to prevent tipping of the platform..
  • base 304 defines a support plane 344 above surface
  • base 304 includes a first frame member 348 defining first side 316, a second frame member 352 defining second side 320, a third frame member 356 defining first end 308, and a fourth frame member 360 defining second end 312.
  • the frame members each can include, for example, a square tubular member.
  • a planar member 364 is coupled to first, second, third, and fourth frame members 348, 352, 356, 360 to define support plane 320.
  • Planar member 364 can include, for example, a solid sheet of material (e.g., aluminum) or a piece of material with openings or perforations (e.g., expanded metal, wire mesh, and/or the like).
  • base 304 further includes a top (e.g., rubber) layer 368 above the planar member that can include a non-slip upper surface that defines support plane 344.
  • platform 300 further comprises a ramp 372 sloping from support plane 344 to surface 320 to facilitate access to support plane 344 by a user in a wheelchair and/or using a walker or other mobility assistance device.
  • platform 300 further comprises: one or more (e.g., two, as shown) wheels or rollers 376 coupled to base 304 at second end 312 such that the one or more wheels or rollers will contact surface 320 if first end 308 is raised relative to second end 312.
  • wheels or rollers 376 can have a diameter small enough and/or be positioned relative to fourth frame member 360 such that the wheels or rollers will not contact the surface if the surface is level and the first and seconds ends are disposed at the same elevation.
  • support members 336 are adjustable to vary height 340 at which horizontal bar 332 is supported (e.g., between two or more different heights).
  • support members 336 are each adjustable to support the horizontal bar at a height of between 54 inches and 120 inches above the surface (e.g., between 60 and 108 inches, such as, for example, at predefined intervals).
  • each of support members 336 comprises: a hollow base member 380 having a sidewall 384 defining a channel, the sidewall including one or more holes 388 in communication with the channel; a telescoping member 392 movably disposed in the channel of the base member; and a locking pin or threaded member 3 6 configured to extend through one of the holes 388 in the base member to resist movement of the telescoping member relative to the base member.
  • each telescoping member 392 includes a sidewall 400 having one or more holes 404
  • each support member 336 includes a (e.g., second) locking pin or threaded member 408 configured to extend through a hole 388 of the base member and through a hole 404 of the telescoping member to lock the position of the telescoping member relative to the base member.
  • each support member 336 is configured such that telescoping member is positionable at 6-inch intervals between 66 inches and 96 inches if both of locking pins or threaded members 396, 408 are engaged, and up to 108 inches if only uppermost locking pin or threaded member 396 is engaged.
  • ramp 372 may be configured to be removably coupled to base 304 (e.g., to third frame member 356).
  • ramp 372 has one or more connectors 412 configured to be coupled to base 304 at first end 312 such that the ramp slopes between surface 320 and supporting plane 344.
  • third frame member 356 includes one or more handles 416 coupled to (e.g., recessed in, as shown) the third frame member to enable a user to grasp handles 416 to lift first end 308 relative to second end 312 and engage wheels 376 with surface 320 to permit platform 300 to be rolled to be repositioned.
  • third frame member 356 can also include one or more (e.g., two, as shown) connectors 420 configured to be removably coupled to the connectors 412 of ramp 372.
  • connectors 412 of ramp 372 each includes a projection 424 with an enlarged head 428
  • connectors 420 of base 304 each includes a keyhole opening with an enlarged head 432 sized to receive enlarged head 428 and a narrow neck 436 sized to resist removal of enlarged head 428.
  • the frame members begin separate and are welded together; in other embodiments, frame members may be unitary such that a single tubular member is only partially cut and bent as a single piece to define a rectangular perimeter of the base.
  • frame members may be unitary such that a single tubular member is only partially cut and bent as a single piece to define a rectangular perimeter of the base.

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Des modes de réalisation de l'invention concernent des plateformes permettant à un utilisateur d'effectuer divers exercices de rééducation et/ou d'entretien de la condition physique. Les plateformes de l'invention sont configurées pour être stables sans être fixées au sol ni à un mur. Lesdites plateformes peuvent comprendre une barre de traction permettant d'effectuer des tractions et/ou à laquelle on peut suspendre un dispositif d'exercice. Certains modes de réalisation des plateformes de l'invention sont conçus de façon à être accessibles pour les personnes en fauteuil roulant. L'invention concerne également des plateformes combinées à des dispositifs d'exercice, et des procédés d'utilisation des plateformes de l'invention (par ex. en combinaison avec des dispositifs d'exercice).
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