WO2015057526A1 - Appareil d'exercice basculant pour muscles abdominaux - Google Patents

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WO2015057526A1
WO2015057526A1 PCT/US2014/060192 US2014060192W WO2015057526A1 WO 2015057526 A1 WO2015057526 A1 WO 2015057526A1 US 2014060192 W US2014060192 W US 2014060192W WO 2015057526 A1 WO2015057526 A1 WO 2015057526A1
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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
    • A63B23/00—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body
    • A63B23/02—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for the abdomen, the spinal column or the torso muscles related to shoulders (e.g. chest muscles)
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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
    • A63B21/002—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices isometric or isokinetic, i.e. substantial force variation without substantial muscle motion or wherein the speed of the motion is independent of the force applied by the user
    • A63B21/0023—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices isometric or isokinetic, i.e. substantial force variation without substantial muscle motion or wherein the speed of the motion is independent of the force applied by the user for isometric exercising, i.e. substantial force variation without substantial muscle motion
    • 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
    • A63B21/02—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters
    • A63B21/023—Wound springs
    • 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
    • A63B21/02—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters
    • A63B21/023—Wound springs
    • A63B21/025—Spiral springs with turns lying substantially in plane surfaces
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
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    • 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
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    • A63B21/4029—Benches specifically adapted for exercising
    • 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
    • A63B21/40—Interfaces with the user related to strength training; Details thereof
    • A63B21/4027—Specific exercise interfaces
    • A63B21/4029—Benches specifically adapted for exercising
    • A63B21/4031—Benches specifically adapted for exercising with parts of the bench moving against a resistance during exercise
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B23/00—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body
    • A63B23/02—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for the abdomen, the spinal column or the torso muscles related to shoulders (e.g. chest muscles)
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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
    • A63B2210/00—Space saving
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  • One or more embodiments of the invention generally relate to fitness equipment. More particularly, the invention relates to an abdominal and core exercise and fitness apparatus.
  • An abdominal exercise device includes a frame and two tilting platforms supported by the frame.
  • Each of the tilting platforms includes a number of soft rollers such as padded rollers for the user's comfort.
  • the platforms tilt relative to the frame when a force is applied to the platforms.
  • the platforms can tilt and rock freely in one embodiment but could alternatively include resistance devices such as springs, elastic, counterweights, etc.
  • the device preferably includes handgrips on either side of the user for the user to grasp. A user sits or lies on the device with his back being generally supported by the first set of soft rollers on the first tilting platform, and the back of his thighs and possibly part of his seat (buttocks) being generally supported by the second set of soft rollers on the second tilting platform. The user can grip the handgrips.
  • the platforms tilt in inclination angle relative to the frame so as to follow the user's body during those exercises. More specifically, the first platform supporting the user's back tilts in inclination angle so as to follow the inclination angle of the user's back as he bends at the waist and then straightens out, and the second platform supporting the user's thighs and/or seat tilts in inclination angle so as to follow the inclination angle of the user's thighs as he bends at the waist and then straightens out.
  • the first tilting platform has a slightly convex shape in order to conform to a user's back when that back is slightly bent, for additional comfort.
  • the device can also include a padded rotating headrest that includes a resistance element, for the user to exercise his neck muscles.
  • the device can be used for additional exercises as well.
  • Figures 1A through 1G illustrate an exemplary abdominal and core exercise apparatus, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 1 A is a front perspective view of the apparatus.
  • Figure IB is a diagrammatic front view.
  • Figure 1C is a diagrammatic top view.
  • Figure ID is a diagrammatic side view.
  • Figure IE is a diagrammatic bottom view.
  • Figure IF is a diagrammatic rear view
  • Figure 1G is a diagrammatic side view of the apparatus in a folded position;
  • Figures 2A and 2B illustrate exemplary brackets for mounting tilting platforms to the frame assembly of an abdominal and core exercise apparatus, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 2A is a partially transparent diagrammatic side view of a bracket attached to a center bar of a concave seat platform
  • Figure 2B is a partially transparent diagrammatic side view of a bracket attached to a center bar of a convex backrest platform;
  • Figures 3A, 3B and 3C illustrate exemplary abdominal and core exercise apparatuses with headrests, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 3 A is a rear perspective view of an exercise apparatus with a spring loaded retracting headrest attached to a crossbar on the frame assembly
  • Figure 3B is a rear perspective view of an exercise apparatus with a headrest attached to the center bar of a backrest platform;
  • Figures 4A through 4C illustrate an exemplary abdominal and core exercise apparatus, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 4A is a side perspective view of the apparatus.
  • Figure 4B is a diagrammatic top view, and
  • Figure 4C is a diagrammatic front view of the apparatus in a folded position.
  • a reference to "a step” or “a means” is a reference to one or more steps or means and may include sub-steps and subservient means. All conjunctions used are to be understood in the most inclusive sense possible. Thus, the word “or” should be understood as having the definition of a logical “or” rather than that of a logical
  • references to "one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” “example embodiment,” “various embodiments,” etc., may indicate that the embodiment(s) of the invention so described may include a particular feature, structure, or characteristic, but not every embodiment necessarily includes the particular feature, structure, or characteristic. Further, repeated use of the phrase “in one embodiment,” or “in an exemplary embodiment,” do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, although they may. Headings provided herein are for convenience and are not to be taken as limiting the disclosure in any way. The enumerated listing of items does not imply that any or all of the items are mutually exclusive, unless expressly specified otherwise.
  • Devices or system modules that are in at least general communication with each other need not be in continuous communication with each other, unless expressly specified otherwise.
  • devices or system modules that are in at least general communication with each other may communicate directly or indirectly through one or more intermediaries.
  • a commercial implementation in accordance with the spirit and teachings of the present invention may configured according to the needs of the particular application, whereby any aspect(s), feature(s), function(s), result(s), component(s), approach(es), or step(s) of the teachings related to any described embodiment of the present invention may be suitably omitted, included, adapted, mixed and matched, or improved and/or optimized by those skilled in the art, using their average skills and known techniques, to achieve the desired implementation that addresses the needs of the particular application.
  • An embodiment of the present invention may provide an apparatus for performing abdominal and core workouts in a secure, stable and safe body position. Some embodiments may comprise tilting and rocking platforms that may move based on ergonomic positions and movements of the body. In typical use of some embodiments, a user may use his bodyweight to perform exercises on the apparatus and may control the movements of the upper and lower body parts with handle grips.
  • Figures 1A through 1G illustrate an exemplary abdominal and core exercise apparatus, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 1 A is a front perspective view of the apparatus.
  • Figure IB is a diagrammatic front view.
  • Figure 1C is a diagrammatic top view.
  • Figure ID is a diagrammatic side view.
  • Figure IE is a diagrammatic bottom view.
  • Figure IF is a diagrammatic rear view
  • Figure 1G is a diagrammatic side view of the apparatus in a folded position.
  • the apparatus comprises two tilting/rocking platforms, a seat platform 105 and a backrest platform 110.
  • the platforms tilt relative to the frame assembly when force is applied to the platforms.
  • Seat platform 105 and backrest platform 110 may be attached to crossbars 115 on the top portion of a folding frame assembly.
  • the frame assembly may comprise two leg bases 120 held together by crossbars 115.
  • Crossbars 115 may be welded, bolted, or otherwise attached to leg bases 120 to act as a bridge over the top of the frame assembly.
  • Leg bases 120 each comprise two sections that may be attached together by hinges 125 to typically enable the frame assembly to fold onto itself to occupy a smaller space when not in use.
  • a multiplicity of suitable materials may be used to construct the frame assembly including, without limitation, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, other metals, various plastics, etc.
  • the components of the frame assembly may be made of square or round tubing, solid rods, or other suitable resources.
  • leg bases 120 may be covered with feet 127 of rubber or other elastomeric material, which may offer stability to generally prevent the apparatus from slipping during use. Rubber feet 127 may also help to protect the surface on which the apparatus is being used from scratches or other damage.
  • the frame assembly is approximately 60 cm long by 45 cm wide by 14cm high in the open position.
  • alternate embodiments may be made in various different sizes. For example, without limitation, in one embodiment a smaller apparatus may be made for women and a larger apparatus for men.
  • seat platform 105 is attached to the front half of the apparatus along with curved handle grips 130, and backrest platform 110 is attached to the back half of the apparatus.
  • handgrips may be made in various different shapes including, without limitation, straight handgrips, angled handgrips, vertical handgrips, etc. and may be welded or attached with bolts to the exterior edge of the frame assembly. Other embodiments may be implemented without handle grips.
  • seat platform 105 and backrest platform 110 may each comprise one center bar 135 that connects six arms 140 that may hold six rotating soft rollers 145 such as padded rollers.
  • Padded rollers 145 may be made of foam placed around plastic or metal tubes that may slide onto tubular arms 140 of the platform framework. A cap may be placed at the outer end of each roller 145.
  • each roller 145 may have a hollow tubular center that may fit over arms 140 allowing rollers 145 to rotate over arms 140.
  • Caps 110 attach to ends of arms 140 to prevent rollers 145 from coming off arms 140.
  • rollers 145 may comprise a plastic tube being shorter in length than arms 140.
  • Some alternate embodiments may be implemented with fewer or more padded rollers on the seat platform and/or on the backrest platform. In addition some alternate embodiments may incorporate bearings or lubricants into the rollers to facilitate the rotation of the rollers around the arms of the platforms.
  • both platforms 105 and 110 may be designed with an ergonomic shape to offer comfortable body positioning and support.
  • seat platform 105 may be designed with a concave surface to cradle the posterior and thighs
  • backrest platform 110 may be designed with a slightly convex surface to follow the natural curve of the back.
  • padded rollers may provide added comfort and may aid in performing exercises on the apparatus.
  • seat support 105 and backrest support 110 may be securely attached to crossbars 115 of the frame assembly with brackets 150.
  • brackets 150 typically enable platforms 105 and 110 to move up and down in a titling or rocking movement with crossbars 115 acting as the pivot points.
  • bearings or lubricants may be incorporated into the brackets to aid in the tilting/rocking movement of the platforms.
  • Alternate embodiments may be implemented with multiple brackets attaching each platform to a crossbar.
  • each platform 105 and 110 may be designed to move independently from each other.
  • backrest platform 110 may be attached to the apparatus so that backrest platform 110 is approximately two inches (5 cm) higher off of the ground than seat platform 105.
  • the higher placement of backrest platform 110 may help to prevent a user from rolling too far backward, which may cause the user to fall onto the ground.
  • some alternate embodiments may be configured so that the seat platform and the backrest platform are attached to the frame assembly in various different positions relative to each other.
  • Other alternate embodiments may comprise means for adjusting the height of one or both of the platforms to enable a user to customize the positions of the platform.
  • hinges 125 may enable the apparatus to fold in half quickly for compact and easy storage.
  • the front portions of leg bases 120 are spaced further from each other than the back portions of leg bases 120 are, which may enable the back portions of leg bases 120 to fit between the front portions of leg bases 120.
  • brackets 150 may enable seat platform 105 and backrest platform 110 to rotate so that platforms 105 and 110 may collapse against each other.
  • a user may recline on rollers 145 with his posterior on seat platform 105 and his back on backrest platform 110. The user may then lift both feet off of the ground so that his entire bodyweight is resting on the two tilting platforms 105 and 110. Then using handle grips 130 to help control the tilting motion of seat platform 105 and backrest platform 110, the user may perform abdominal exercises called "crunches" by alternating his body from a fully stretched position to a fully contracted position. As the user moves, platforms 105 and 110 typically move along with the natural movement of the body and may help the user stretch and contract the upper body and legs.
  • rollers 145 rotate to help with the performance of the abdominal and core exercises by reducing friction on the body parts of the user in contact with the apparatus, mainly on the posterior and the back.
  • handle grips 130 may be padded for the comfort of the user.
  • handle grips may be used to aid in lowering the body onto the apparatus and in standing up from the apparatus. As the user stretches and contracts his body, the tilting/rocking movements of platform 105 and 110 may cause the abdominal and core muscle to move up and down thus working these muscles.
  • the design of the apparatus typically enables the user to perform exercises in a safe and comfortable position to focus exclusively on abdominal muscle while minimizing negative pressure to the lower back or other body parts.
  • This technique may offer a full range of motion of abdominal exercises using the resistance tension from the bodyweight of the user.
  • the exercises may be used to target the lower and upper abdominal muscle groups simultaneously in a single movement. Some exercises may also help to strengthen the lower back.
  • the apparatus When the user is finished with his workout, the apparatus may be quickly folded into a compact position for easy storage.
  • the user may face away from the apparatus and rest his back on backrest platform 110 with his feet on the ground and stretch and contract his abdominal muscles by raising and lowering his upper body and/or his legs.
  • the user may perform a variety of exercises while being supported on the apparatus and using handle grips to pull and push. These exercises may include, without limitation, upper and lower abdominal exercises, a bicycling legs abdominal exercise, cross over abdominal exercises, crunch exercises, etc.
  • Some embodiments may be able to replace currently available heavy-duty fitness exercises machines.
  • the present embodiment is lightweight and may be used by virtually any person at any fitness level or any age.
  • the present embodiment may be used almost anywhere, for example, without limitation, indoor or outdoor, at home, in health clubs, in rehab centers, for physical therapy, etc.
  • some embodiments may enable a user to achieve an effective abdominal workout in a relatively short amount of time without the need for any other device.
  • Figures 2A and 2B illustrate exemplary brackets for mounting tilting platforms to the frame assembly of an abdominal and core exercise apparatus, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 2A is a partially transparent diagrammatic side view of a bracket 205 attached to a center bar 210 of a concave seat platform
  • Figure 2B is a partially transparent diagrammatic side view of a bracket 205 attached to a center bar 215 of a convex backrest platform.
  • flexible adaptors 220 may enable brackets 205 to conform to both the concave curve of seat center bar 210 and the convex backrest center bar 215 so that the seat platform and the backrest platform may be securely attached to the frame assembly of the apparatus.
  • Brackets 205 may be attached to center bars 210 and 215 with bolts 225, as illustrated by way of example in Figures 2 A and 2B, or other attachment means such as, but not limited to, welding or adhesives.
  • brackets 205 comprise bottom attachment surfaces 230 that are curved to attach to the crossbars of the frame assemble so that brackets 205 may completely rotate around the crossbars.
  • Figures 3A, 3B and 3C illustrate exemplary abdominal and core exercise apparatuses with headrests, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 3 A is a rear perspective view of an exercise apparatus with a spring loaded retracting headrest 302 attached to a crossbar 312 on the frame assembly
  • Figure 3B is a rear perspective view of an exercise apparatus with a spring loaded retracting headrest 305 attached to a crossbar 310 on the frame assembly
  • Figure 3C is a rear perspective view of an exercise apparatus with a headrest 315 attached to the center bar of a backrest platform 320.
  • headrest 302 is rotatably attached to crossbar 312 which is attached to frame 322.
  • Tension means 332 urges headrest 302 to an initial position. In use, pressure from the user's head and neck will rotate headrest 302 about crossbar 312 during exercises.
  • headrest 302 has one roller 338. In other embodiments, headrest 302 may have two rollers.
  • removable covers 350 may cover the rollers and handle grips of the apparatus. In some embodiments, covers 350 may be disposable.
  • headrest 305 is attached to crossbar 310 located behind a backrest platform 325 by movable attachment means 330 such as, but not limited to, a hinged bracket.
  • Headrest 305 may then be attached to backrest platform 325 by a resistance band 335.
  • This typically enables the headrest to move in coordination with backrest platform 325 as the user performs abdominal exercises.
  • the movement of the headrest may be achieved by mounting the headrest to the crossbar with a spring-loaded attachment means.
  • a rotational padded roller 340 made to roll against the head and neck of a user during abdominal exercises may be attached to the top of the headrest.
  • headrest 315 is attached directly to the frame of backrest platform 320.
  • headrest 315 moves along with the tilting movement of backrest platform 320 as a user performs exercises.
  • the present embodiment also comprises a resistance band attachment system 345 incorporated into the frame assembly of the apparatus.
  • resistance band attachment system 345 may be attached to the top of backrest platform 320.
  • Figures 4A through 4C illustrate an exemplary abdominal and core exercise apparatus, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 4A is a side perspective view of the apparatus.
  • Figure 4B is a diagrammatic top view
  • Figure 4C is a diagrammatic front view of the apparatus in a folded position.
  • rollers 405 may be attached to flat plates rather than a framework of tubes or rods then attached to a frame assembly 410.
  • a tilting seat platform 415 comprises two concave attachment plates 420
  • a tilting backrest platform 425 comprises two convex attachment plates 430.
  • Attachment plates 420 and 430 have holes 435 so that plates 420 and 430 may be slid onto crossbars 440 on frame assembly 410.
  • the tubes inside rollers 405 may be sized so that rollers easily rotate on the arms of platforms 415 and 425. In some embodiments the tilting motion of platforms 415 and 425 may be aided by bearings or lubricants in holes 435 of attachment plates 420 and 430. Both platforms 415 and 425 may be designed to tilt and move independently from each other. Foam rollers 405 may rotate as the body moves across them, which may aid in reducing friction between the body and the apparatus. Rollers 405 may be made of padded foam comprising narrow holes so that plastic or metal tubes may be inserted into rollers 405 and then slid onto tube arms that attach plates 420 together and plates 430 together.
  • the tubes inside rollers 405 may be sized so that rollers easily rotate on the arms of platforms 415 and 425. In some embodiments the rotation of the rollers may be aided by bearings or lubricants.
  • Two straight padded handle grips 445 may be attached to each side of frame assembly 410.
  • a series of omni-directional pulleys 450 may be attached to the front and back of the lower portion of frame assembly 410. Pulleys 450 may be used to operate multiple resistance bands. In a non-limiting example, with the user in a sitting position, the user may hold handle grip 445 and perform a variety of exercises for, without limitation, shoulders, biceps and deltoid.
  • Frame assembly 410 includes folding pivot joints 455 that enable the apparatus to fold in half quickly for compact and easy storage.
  • the exercise apparatus may comprise various different optional features such as, but not limited to, a headrest, non-slip feet, handles for carrying the apparatus in the folded position, water bottle holders, towel hooks, music player docks, etc.
  • Some embodiments may comprise four rollers for platforms 415 and 425.
  • the position of backrest platform 425 on frame assembly 410 is adjustable for accommodating the height of the user.
  • crossbar 440 may be attached to frame 410 in three possible positions with the positions separated by about two inches and secured in place with a locking means such as, but not limited to, a locking pin.
  • a user may sit at the center of the apparatus between seat platform 415 and backrest platform 425. Then, the user may hold onto handle grips 445, lift both feet from the ground and lean back to perform the abdominal exercises by stretching and contracting the upper body and legs apart and together to perform a full range of contraction motion while engaging the core. As the user performs the exercises, platforms 415 and 425 may both move in a tilting/rocking motion while the padded rollers 405 may rotate to aid in moving the body with the movements of the apparatus.
  • some embodiments may be implemented with a larger size and heavier or stronger materials for use in heavy duty or high usage applications such as, but not limited to, in a gym or rehab center.
  • the tilting platforms may be configured as a solid element rather than multiple rollers on an open frame assembly.
  • Some alternate embodiments may comprise electronic components that may display statistics such as, but not limited to, number of reps, amount of time on the apparatus, estimated calories burned, etc.
  • Some alternate embodiments may comprise means for adding resistance to the performance of the exercises or for adjusting the resistance of the apparatus such as, but not limited to, springs, hydraulic cylinders, fly wheels, etc.

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Un appareil pour les abdominaux comprend un ensemble cadre comprenant deux éléments de cadre s'étendant longitudinalement au-dessus d'une surface et au moins deux barres transversales (115) qui relient les deux éléments de cadre. Une plate-forme formant dossier (115) présente une forme globalement convexe configurée pour supporter le dos d'un utilisateur.
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