U.S. patent application number 12/775513 was filed with the patent office on 2010-08-26 for free weight training simulation apparatus.
Invention is credited to Maxime Gedeon-Janvier.
Application Number | 20100216610 12/775513 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 42631487 |
Filed Date | 2010-08-26 |
United States Patent
Application |
20100216610 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Gedeon-Janvier; Maxime |
August 26, 2010 |
FREE WEIGHT TRAINING SIMULATION APPARATUS
Abstract
A weight training apparatus that simulates free weight lifting
exercise. It allows the user to load regular Olympic plates to
adjust weight resistance, and thereby eliminate the need to pick-up
or replace a dumbbell set each time he wants to adjust the weight
resistance. The apparatus comprises a cage like frame and a
vertically adjustable table with arm extension supports with a
series of handles and weight loadable pin attached to each arm. The
arm extensions can swivel, rotate in a circular manner and
independently to provide the feel of the unrestrained free motions
many free weight lifters prefer when working with regular dumbbells
or free weights.
Inventors: |
Gedeon-Janvier; Maxime;
(Inwood, NY) |
Correspondence
Address: |
STANLEY H. KREMEN
4 LENAPE LANE
EAST BRUNSWICK
NJ
08816
US
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Family ID: |
42631487 |
Appl. No.: |
12/775513 |
Filed: |
May 7, 2010 |
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Application
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Filing Date |
Patent Number |
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61176288 |
May 7, 2009 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
482/94 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A63B 21/0628 20151001;
A63B 21/078 20130101; A63B 21/072 20130101; A63B 21/075
20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
482/94 |
International
Class: |
A63B 21/06 20060101
A63B021/06 |
Claims
1. A weight training apparatus comprising: a) a cage like frame
further comprising vertical posts and horizontal crossbars; b) a
vertically adjustable table further comprising a pair of arm
extensions each having at least one handle and at least one weight
loadable pin; c) at least one counterweight that helps to maintain
the vertically adjustable table in a desired position; wherein: i)
the arm extensions can swivel, rotate in a circular manner, and
operate independently; ii) the vertically adjustable table can be
positioned into a stable vertical position on the frame according
as desired by a user; iii) at least one plate weight can be placed
on the at least one weight loadable pin on the arm extensions; iv)
when the at least one plate weight is placed on each of the arm
extensions, the user can grasp one or both arm extensions and move
them independently in any direction of movement allowed by the arm
extensions; and, v) when the user releases the grasp on the one or
both arm extensions, said arm extensions loaded with weights do not
move from where they were when last grasped.
2. The weight training apparatus of claim 1 further comprising a
bench positioned inside the cage.
3. The weight training apparatus of claim 2, wherein the bench has
a seat and a back that swivel with respect to one another at a
joint, such that the back has a range of motion that allows the
user to recline horizontally, sit upright, or sit in any position
between horizontal and upright.
4. The weight training apparatus of claim 1 wherein the user can
perform shoulder press exercises.
5. The weight training apparatus of claim 1 wherein the arm
extensions are mounted to a rod and are able swivel independently
around the rod.
6. The weight training apparatus of claim 1 wherein the arm
extensions are connected by an arm stabilizer to prevent
independent movement of the arm extensions.
7. The weight training apparatus of claim 1 wherein the user can
rotate each arm extension using wrist movement.
8. The weight training apparatus of claim 1 further comprising a
platform for the user to stand upon, wherein said platform may be
flat or inclined.
Description
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] The Present Application is the non-provisional counterpart
to U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/176,288 filed May 7,
2009 entitled DUMBBELL/FREE WEIGHT TRAINING SIMULATION APPARATUS,
and which is incorporated by reference in its entirety herein. The
Present Application claims the benefit of and priority to said
provisional patent application.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] Gymnasia have become popular over the last half-century to
accommodate those who want to remain fit. Formerly, gymnasia hosted
climbing ropes, parallel bars, exercise horses, mats, etc. Weight
training was performed by a user repetitively lifting dumbbell
weights. Today, most gyms primarily host exercise machines that
allow repetitive motion exercise by their users. Exercise machines
have existed for many years. However, current exercise machines,
when used for weight training, have a very limited range of motion.
When using free weights, a large inertial force is required to
begin moving the weights, which prevents users from performing to
their maximum level, especially users with latent injuries.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0003] FIG. 1 is a front elevation view of the apparatus.
[0004] FIG. 2 is a top plan view of the arm extension table.
[0005] FIG. 3 is an isometric view of the apparatus from the
viewpoint looking down on the top, front, and right side.
[0006] FIG. 4 represents isometric views of the arm extension and
extension support assemblies.
[0007] FIG. 4A observes the assemblies from the top.
[0008] FIG. 4B observes the assemblies from the side.
[0009] FIG. 5 shows a right side elevation of the apparatus with a
user lying inclined on a bench.
[0010] FIG. 6 shows a right side elevation of the apparatus with a
user standing in the apparatus.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0011] A weight training apparatus, that simulates free weights
lifting exercise. It allows the user to load regular Olympic plates
to adjust weight resistance, and thereby eliminate the need to
pick-up or replace a dumbbell set each time he wants to adjust the
weight resistance. This weight training apparatus comprises a cage
like frame made of multiple vertical posts and horizontal
crossbars.
[0012] It further comprises a vertically adjustable table otherwise
referred to as the arm extension support frame or slider, and a
pair of extended arms with a series of handles and weight loadable
pin attached to each arm
[0013] The arm extensions can swivel, rotate in a circular manner
and independently to provide the feel of the unrestrained free
motions many free weight lifters prefer when working with regular
dumbbells or free weights.
[0014] The horizontal frame or arm extension support frame is
vertically adjustable based on the user's preference and based on
the exercise he/she wants to perform.
[0015] Due to the unrestrained motions of the arm extensions and
the adjustability of the table, a user can perform various upper
body exercises with or without an exercise weight bench. He can
perform lower body exercises as well.
[0016] Before starting his exercise routine, the user can place a
weight bench in the middle of the cage and adjust it according to
which type of exercise he wants to perform, for example, flat,
decline, incline, military/shoulder press exercises, just to cite a
few.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0017] FIG. 1 is a front elevation view of the apparatus that is
constructed as a cage. FIG. 2 is a top plan view of arm extension
table assembly. FIG. 3 is an isometric view of the cage from the
viewpoint looking down on the top, front, and right side. FIG. 4
shows the detail of the arm extension table assembly. The four
drawings should all be referred to as a unit for a better
understanding of the construction.
[0018] The cage comprises vertical frame structure posts, 1, into
which a series of holes are drilled to facilitate mounting various
elements thereon at selected heights. Horizontal crossbars, 2,
provide support for the cage across the front and rear. Top side
crossbars, 3, and bottom side crossbars, 4, also support the frame.
Two vertical rods, 5, allow a table to slide up and down, based
upon a user's preference. Counterweight rods, 6, maintain counter
weights to prevent oscillation during use. bar hooks, 7, engage the
back post, thereby securing the arm extension table (see FIG. 4A
and FIG. 4B), and holding it in place. The slot select bar, 8 (see
FIG. 5), is also a hook bar onto which the user grabs to engage or
disentangle the member hooks, 7, to the frame back posts, 1. The
arm extension assembly, 11, is shown more clearly in FIGS. 4A and
4B. The extension arm support frame 12 is adjustably coupled to the
vertical rods, 5. The counterweights, 13, assist the user to easily
slide the arm extension table up and down for adjustment. The
counterweight cable 14 links the arm extension table to the counter
weights. The pulley housing, 15, holds the pulley assemblies, 16,
that passes cable through steadily to link the arm extension
support table to the counterweights. Removable plate weights, 17,
provide weight resistance to the user. Swivel connectors 18 allow
free motion of the arm extensions. Arm support shaft, 19, around
which the swivel connector, 18, rotates to allow the arms to move
up and down, while part, 36, allows motion from side to side.
Therefore, the combination of these two motions makes it possible
for the arms to move in a continuous manner as to provide a
circular motion in any direction.
[0019] Cable hook, 20, attaches the counterweight cable to the arm
extension table. Arm extension stabilizer bar, 21, provides an
option for the user to restrict independent motion of the arm
extension if he or she desires. The arm stabilizer bar, 21, joins
both arms together through the loops, 27. While standing, and
resting the bar behind his or her neck, the user can perform leg
exercises commonly known in the fitness world as squats.
[0020] There is a fitting assembly pair, 22, through which the hook
bar is coupled to the vertical rods through second fitting assembly
pair, 23, which allow the arm extension table to slide up and down
on the vertical rods, 5.
[0021] The arm extension assembly is shown in more detail in FIGS.
4A and 4B. The unit comprises arm extension handles, 24. A weight
pin, 25, is coupled to the arm extensions, where the weight plates
are loaded. An optional handle, 26, allows use by the user when
performing stand-up exercises. Tubing slots, 27, join the arm
stabilizer, 21, with both arm extensions, 11. Storage pins, 28,
hold the weight plates, 17, when not in use. Selectable holes, 29,
accommodate a barbell optional bracket, 30, to allow the user to
perform other free weight exercises. The optional barbell support
brackets, 31, are inserted in the selectable holes, 29, situated on
the front posts, 36. Rod locking plate, 33, secures the rod on
which the arm extension slides up and down. The selectable slots,
34, are for the hook bar or slot select bar, 8. Counterweight rods
35, accommodate the counterweights. Pin, 36, holds the arm
extension to the swivel connector, thereby permitting the arm to
move from side to side. Pad, 38, sits between the arm extension and
table, and fasteners, 39, secure part 23 to 11. FIG. 5 shows a
user, 32, in a reclining position that allows him to bench press
barbells. FIG. 5 is a right side elevation of the device. Weight
plates, 17, (shown at the bottom of the device) are stored on
storage pins, 28. When the user desires to use a particular set of
weight plates, 17, he removes them from bottom storage, and places
them symmetrically on pins, 25, attached to the arm extension table
11. He grasps the arm extension assembly by the two handles, 24.
Now he is free to move the weights in any direction. As his arm
moves the assembly pivots. The weights can be changed as the user
desires. While he would primarily move the weight bar up and down
either away from or towards his chest, he can also move the bar
from side to side with resistance. That motion capability permits a
free range of motion for the user. He can keep his arms close to
his chest or raise them by extending them high. He can also
independently manipulate the weights associated with each arm.
Therefore, he can exercise his right arm in a totally different
fashion from his left arm. He can move each arm up, down, right,
and left as well as in an arc. When he is tired, he can let go of
the handles, and the weights will not fall. They remain in the
position last used. FIG. 6 shows the user lifting simulated weights
with his legs and shoulders. Note that the bench shown in FIG. 5
has been removed. The user may operate the device from a reclined,
inclined, sitting, crouching, keeling, or a standing position. A
platform, 37, for him to stand upon may be positioned at the bottom
of the device. That platform may be inclined as shown or lie flat.
He can face front or rear. The table, 11, stays where it was last
positioned. It is very easy to position table, 11, and it requires
very little effort due to the counterweights attached to the other
end of the cable.
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