U.S. patent application number 14/046005 was filed with the patent office on 2014-01-30 for exercise equipment carrier.
The applicant listed for this patent is Tiffany MOORE. Invention is credited to Tiffany MOORE.
Application Number | 20140027223 14/046005 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 43219018 |
Filed Date | 2014-01-30 |
United States Patent
Application |
20140027223 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
MOORE; Tiffany |
January 30, 2014 |
EXERCISE EQUIPMENT CARRIER
Abstract
Disclosed are exercise equipment carriers and methods providing
a portable carrier for a variety of exercise and physical training
equipment. An exemplary carrier includes a housing having a rear
panel, a sidewall and an open front end defining an open interior
region for receiving a plurality of dumbbells.
Inventors: |
MOORE; Tiffany; (Arlington,
VA) |
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Applicant: |
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City |
State |
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Type |
MOORE; Tiffany |
Arlington |
VA |
US |
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Family ID: |
43219018 |
Appl. No.: |
14/046005 |
Filed: |
October 4, 2013 |
Related U.S. Patent Documents
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Application
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Patent Number |
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12786176 |
May 24, 2010 |
8550243 |
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14046005 |
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61213287 |
May 26, 2009 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
190/102 ;
224/600 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45C 5/14 20130101; A45F
3/04 20130101; A63B 71/0036 20130101; A45C 5/00 20130101; A63B
21/0726 20130101; A45C 13/02 20130101; A63B 21/00061 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
190/102 ;
224/600 |
International
Class: |
A45C 5/00 20060101
A45C005/00 |
Claims
1. An exercise equipment carrier, comprising: a housing having a
rear panel, a sidewall, and a front panel defining an interior; and
a plurality of retention prongs protruding from the rear panel into
the interior for releasably securing exercise equipment.
2. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 1 wherein the housing
includes a front panel having a closable opening configured to
afford access to the interior.
3. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 1 further including a
shoulder strap.
4. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 1 wherein the housing
constitutes a backpack.
5. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 2 wherein the plurality
of closable openings include zippers.
6. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 1 wherein the rear panel
includes a padded layer secured to a rigid panel and a plurality of
horizontal bars secured to the rigid layer.
7. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 6 wherein the rear panel
further includes a plurality of vertical bars secured to the
horizontal bars.
8. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 7 wherein the plurality
of retention prongs is secured to the vertical bars.
9. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 7 wherein each of the
plurality of vertical bars includes a lower portion extending in a
direction perpendicular thereto.
10. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 6 wherein the padded
layer comprises rubber.
11. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 6 wherein the rigid
layer includes plexi-glass.
12. The exercise equipment carrier of claim 1 further including
plurality of pouches.
13. A backpack comprising: a housing having a rear panel, a
sidewall, and a front panel defining an interior, the front panel
having a plurality of closable openings configured to afford access
to the interior; and a plurality of retention prongs protruding
from the rear panel into the interior for releasably securing
exercise equipment, wherein the rear panel includes a frame
comprising a rubber layer secured to a plexi-glass layer, plurality
of horizontal bars secured to the plexi-glass layer, and a
plurality of vertical bars secured to the horizontal bars with
bolts, wherein the plurality of retention prongs are secured to the
vertical bars, wherein the closable openings include zippers.
14. An exercise equipment carrier, comprising: a housing having a
rear panel, a sidewall and an open front end, the rear panel and
the a sidewall defining an open interior region adapted for
receiving a plurality of dumbbells; means for releasably securing
the plurality of dumbbells within the housing; a door pivotally
attached to the housing for releasably covering and sealing the
open front end thereof; a panel pivotally attached to the door, the
panel selectively covering an interior surface of the door, the
panel being positioned between the door and the housing when the
exercise equipment carrier is in a closed configuration; a
plurality of compartments disposed on opposed first and second
surfaces of the panel; and means for releasably locking the door
against the housing.
15. An exercise equipment carrier as recited in claim 14 further
comprising means for releasably securing the panel to the interior
surface of the door so that the panel releasably covers the
interior surface thereof.
16. An exercise equipment carrier as recited in claim 15 wherein
the means for releasably securing the plurality of dumbbells within
the housing comprise a plurality of C-shaped clips secured to an
interior surface of the rear panel, each of the C-shaped clips
being adapted for releasably gripping a central handle portion of a
respective one of the plurality of dumbbells.
17. A method for operating with a housing having a rear panel, a
sidewall and an open front end, the rear panel and the a sidewall
defining an open interior region adapted for receiving a plurality
of dumbbells; a door; a panel when the exercise equipment carrier
is in a closed configuration; a plurality of compartments disposed
on opposed first and second surfaces of the panel, the method
comprising: releasably securing the plurality of dumbbells within
the housing; pivoting the door to releasably cover and seal the
open front end of the housing; pivoting the panel to selectively
cover an interior surface of the door, to position the panel
between the door and the housing when the exercise equipment
carrier is in a closed configuration; and releasably locking the
door against the housing.
18. A method as recited in claim 17 further comprising releasably
securing the panel to the interior surface of the door so that the
panel releasably covers the interior surface thereof.
19. A method equipment carrier as recited in claim 18 wherein
releasably securing the plurality of dumbbells within the housing
includes employing a plurality of C-shaped clips secured to an
interior surface of the rear panel, each of the C-shaped clips
being adapted for releasably gripping a central handle portion of a
respective one of the plurality of dumbbells.
Description
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0001] This Application claims the benefit of U.S. Application Ser.
No. 61/213,287 of TIFFANY L. MOORE filed May 26, 2009 for EXERCISE
EQUIPMENT CARRIER, the contents of which are herein incorporated by
reference.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The present invention relates to luggage and equipment
carriers and particularly to luggage and equipment carriers
configured to carry exercise related accessories to perform
exercise and/or physical therapy modalities.
DESCRIPTION OF THE RELATED ART
[0003] Custom-designed "gym bags" are currently manufactured for
many sporting activities, which have specific carrying purposes
available. Hockey, lacrosse, skis, & snowboard; fishing &
shooting, diving/snorkeling, hunting, figure skating,
skateboarding, and martial arts. Sporting bags currently available
accommodate equipment such as, volley, basket, bowling and soccer
balls, rackets, helmets, bats, golf clubs, and inline-skates.
[0004] Due to the wide variety of interests of those wishing to
engage in an exercise program exists. Fitness and rehabilitation
centers and gyms offer wide varieties of equipment for users, but
the fitness enthusiasts, disabled and/or physically injured
individual may prefer in-home services. For such individuals,
personal fitness instructors, as well as physical therapists, that
travel to their clients are available.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0005] An object of the present invention is to provide an
equipment carrier for professionals working in the medical and/or
exercise & fitness industry.
[0006] To achieve this and other objects of the present invention,
an exercise equipment carrier, comprises a housing having a rear
panel, a sidewall, and a front panel defining an interior; and a
plurality of retention prongs protruding from the rear panel into
the interior for releasably securing exercise equipment.
[0007] According to another aspect of the present invention a
backpack comprises a housing having a rear panel, a sidewall, and a
front panel defining an interior, the front panel having a
plurality of closable openings configured to afford access to the
interior; and a plurality of retention prongs protruding from the
rear panel into the interior for releasably securing exercise
equipment. The rear panel includes a frame comprising a rubber
layer secured to a plexi-glass layer, plurality of horizontal bars
secured to the plexi-glass layer, and a plurality of vertical bars
secured to the horizontal bars with bolts, wherein the plurality of
retention prongs are secured to the vertical bars. The closable
openings include zippers.
[0008] According to yet another aspect of the present invention an
exercise equipment carrier, comprises a housing having a rear
panel, a sidewall and an open front end, the rear panel and the a
sidewall defining an open interior region adapted for receiving a
plurality of dumbbells; means for releasably securing the plurality
of dumbbells within the housing; a door pivotally attached to the
housing for releasably covering and sealing the open front end
thereof; a panel pivotally attached to the door, the panel
selectively covering an interior surface of the door, the panel
being positioned between the door and the housing when the exercise
equipment carrier is in a closed configuration; a plurality of
compartments disposed on opposed first and second surfaces of the
panel; and means for releasably locking the door against the
housing.
[0009] According to yet another aspect of the present invention,
there is a method for operating with a housing having a rear panel,
a sidewall and an open front end, the rear panel and the a sidewall
defining an open interior region adapted for receiving a plurality
of dumbbells; a door; a panel when the exercise equipment carrier
is in a closed configuration; a plurality of compartments disposed
on opposed first and second surfaces of the panel. The method
comprises releasably securing the plurality of dumbbells within the
housing; pivoting the door to releasably cover and seal the open
front end of the housing; pivoting the panel to selectively cover
an interior surface of the door, to position the panel between the
door and the housing when the exercise equipment carrier is in a
closed configuration; and releasably locking the door against the
housing.
[0010] These and other features of exemplary embodiments of the
present invention will become readily apparent upon further review
of the following specification and drawings.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0011] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an exercise equipment
carrier according to an exemplary embodiment of the present
invention in an open configuration.
[0012] FIG. 2 is a plan view of a door of the exercise equipment
carrier, shown with a panel associated with the door covering an
interior surface thereof.
[0013] FIG. 3 is a plan view of the door and panel of FIG. 2, shown
with the panel in an open configuration with respect to the
interior surface of the door.
[0014] FIG. 4 is a front perspective view of the exercise equipment
carrier according to an exemplary embodiment of the present
invention, shown in a closed configuration.
[0015] FIG. 5 is a rear perspective view of the exercise equipment
carrier according to an exemplary embodiment of the present
invention in a closed configuration.
[0016] FIG. 6 is a perspective view of an exercise equipment
carrier according to a second exemplary embodiment of the present
invention.
[0017] FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the exercise equipment
carrier of FIG. 6 in an open configuration
[0018] FIG. 8 is a front perspective view of the shell frame
according to the second exemplary embodiment, shown in a side view
configuration.
[0019] FIG. 9 is a rear perspective view of the frame according to
the second exemplary embodiment, shown in a rear view
configuration.
[0020] The accompanying drawings which are incorporated in and
which constitute a part of this specification, illustrate
embodiments of the invention and, together with the description,
explain the principles of the invention, and additional advantages
thereof. Throughout the drawings, corresponding elements are
labeled with corresponding reference numbers.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS
[0021] Referring to FIG. 1, the exercise equipment carrier 10
provides a portable carrier for a wide variety of exercise and
physical training equipment. The various pieces of equipment shown
in the drawings are shown for exemplary purposes only, and that the
exercise equipment carrier 10 may be used for transporting any
desired exercise or training-related equipment.
[0022] The exercise equipment carrier 10 includes a housing 12
having a rear panel 15, a sidewall 13 and an open front end.
Preferably, housing 12 is configured such that, in combination with
door 14 (to be described in greater detail below), the exercise
equipment carrier 10 resembles a conventional suitcase or piece of
easily transportable luggage. The dimensions and contouring of
exercise equipment carrier 10 are shown for exemplary purposes
only, and may be varied dependent upon the nature of exercise or
training-related equipment to be transported therein. Further, the
user may utilize a variety of exercise equipment carriers 10, each
containing a unique assortment of exercise equipment therein,
depending upon the particular type of training exercises in which
the user intends to engage.
[0023] The rear panel 15 and the a sidewall 13 define an open
interior region 26, similar in configuration to the interior of a
conventional suitcase or piece of luggage, adapted for receiving a
plurality of dumbbells D, as shown. The dumbbells D are preferably
provided in a range of weights, and may be arranged within the
housing in sequential order, based upon weight. Preferably, as
shown, the dumbbells D are arrayed substantially linearly,
extending along the vertical. A plurality of C-shaped clips 30 or
the like are preferably secured to an interior surface of the rear
panel, within interior region 26, for releasably securing the
plurality of dumbbells D within the housing 12. Any suitable types
of clips, clamps or other releasably engaging members may be
utilized to removably secure dumbbells D within housing 12.
[0024] Door 14 is pivotally secured to the housing 12, adjacent the
open front end thereof, for releasably covering and sealing the
open front end of housing 12. The door 14 is secured to the housing
12 by hinges or the like. Housing 12 and door 14 may be formed from
any suitable material, such as those typically associated with
suitcases or luggage. The housing 12 and door 14 form a case
similar to a conventional suitcase or the like, and the door 14 may
be releasably secured to the open front end of the housing 12 using
clasps 62 (best shown in FIG. 5) or any other suitable releasable
locking members. Additional fasteners typically associated with
suitcases, such as straps, locks and the like, may also be
utilized.
[0025] As shown in FIGS. 1 and 5, wheels are preferably rotatably
mounted on the lower end of housing 12, allowing the carrier 10 to
be easily transported. Further, as shown in FIG. 4, a pair of rests
or support members 60 are preferably mounted on the lower end of
housing 12, adjacent the open front end thereof, allowing the
carrier 10 to stably rest on the floor (or any other suitable
support surface) in the upright position. Rests 60 are preferably
formed from rubber or any other suitable, frictionally engaging
material which will prevent rolling of carrier 10 when positioned
in the upright position.
[0026] Further, as shown in FIGS. 1, 4 and 5, a retractable handle
18, as are well known in the field of suitcases and luggage, may be
slidably mounted to the rear panel 15 of housing 12, along with an
upper handle 20, mounted on the upper wall of housing 12. An
additional side handle 24 may further be mounted on the a sidewall
13. Preferably, as shown in FIG. 5, the retractable handle includes
a pair of vertical, sliding members 21, which are slidably received
within sleeves 19. Sleeves 19 are mounted to the outer face of rear
panel 15. Preferably, sleeves 19 are adapted to act as skids when
the carrier 10 is dragged up a staircase, for example.
[0027] As shown in FIG. 4, additional pockets or pouches, such as
pouch 58, may be formed on the exterior of housing 12 in any
desired location. The number and positioning of the external
pouches is dependent upon the particular needs of the user. The
exemplary pouch 58 is mounted on the a sidewall of housing 12,
laterally opposite from the side handle 24, and is releasably
sealed by zipper 59. Any suitable releasable fastener may be
used.
[0028] As best shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, a panel 30, which may be
formed from fabric, vinyl or the like, is preferably, pivotally
secured to the door 14 such that the panel 31 selectively covers an
interior surface 17 of the door 14. FIG. 2 illustrates the panel 31
covering the interior face of door 14, with the panel 31 being held
in place with respect to door 14 by a zipper 32, which is secured
peripherally about both panel 30 and the interior of door 14. The
panel 31 is positioned between the door 14 and the open front end
of the housing 12 when the exercise equipment carrier 10 is in a
closed configuration (as in FIGS. 4 and 5). Panel 31 may be secured
to door 14 via any suitable releasable fastener.
[0029] A plurality of compartments are mounted on opposed first and
second surfaces of the panel for storing exercise and
training-related equipment. In FIG. 2, the panel 31 fully covers
the interior surface 17 of door 14, displaying the first surface
thereof, and the first set of pouches mounted thereto. Pouches 34,
36, 38, 40, 42 and 44 are shown for exemplary purposes only, and
that the number and configuration of the pouches may be varied,
dependent upon the nature of the exercise equipment to be stored
therein. Similarly, the choice of training equipment illustrated in
FIG. 2 is shown for exemplary purposes only, including an exemplary
first aid kit, an exemplary water bottle, exemplary jump ropes and
straps, and exemplary yoga blocks. Each pouch is preferably formed
as a pocket, which may include a mesh front panel, as illustrated,
allowing the user to easily see the contents of each pouch. Each
pouch is sealed by any suitable type of releasable fastener, such
as exemplary zipper 46 of pouch 44.
[0030] In FIG. 3, zipper 32 has been unzipped, thus releasing the
panel 31 from the interior surface 17 of door 14, revealing the
second surface of the panel 31. Similar to that described above,
pouches 50, 52, 54 and 56 (with pouches 54 and 56 being mounted
within larger pouch 52) are shown for exemplary purposes only, and
that the number and configuration of the pouches may be varied,
dependent upon the nature of the exercise equipment to be stored
therein. Similarly, the choice of training equipment illustrated in
FIG. 3 is shown for exemplary purposes only, including a cellular
telephone and exemplary keys. Each pouch is preferably formed as a
pocket, which may include a mesh front panel, as illustrated,
allowing the user to easily see the contents of each pouch. Each
pouch is sealed by any suitable type of releasable fastener, such
as the exemplary zipper shown. Additionally, the space between
interior surface 17 of door 14 and panel 31 may be utilized to
store additional items. For example, a puzzle-type floor mat 70 may
be stored therein, as shown, and a pair of clips 74, or any other
suitable retaining elements, may be mounted to surface 17 for
releasably securing a body bar 72, for example.
[0031] As noted above, the dimensions and contouring of exercise
equipment carrier 10 are shown for exemplary purposes only, along
with the exemplary exercise and training equipment shown stored
therein, and the number and configuration of the internal and
external pockets or pouches, and all may be varied dependent upon
the nature of exercise or training-related equipment to be
transported therein. Further, the user may utilize a variety of
exercise equipment carriers 10, each containing a unique assortment
of exercise equipment therein, and each having a unique
configuration, dependent upon the particular type of training
exercises in which the user intends to engage.
[0032] The exercise equipment carrier provides a portable carrier
for a wide variety of exercise and physical training equipment. The
exercise equipment carrier includes a housing having a rear panel,
a sidewall and an open front end. The rear panel and the a sidewall
define an open interior region adapted for receiving a plurality of
dumbbells. The dumbbells are preferably provided in a range of
weights, and may be arranged within the housing in sequential
order, based upon weight. A plurality of C-shaped clips or the like
are preferably secured to an interior surface of the rear panel for
releasably securing the plurality of dumbbells within the
housing.
[0033] A door is pivotally secured to the housing, adjacent the
open front end thereof, for releasably covering and sealing the
open front end. The door is secured to the housing by hinges or the
like. The housing and door form a case similar to a conventional
suitcase or the like, and the door may be releasably secured to the
open front end of the housing using clasps or any other suitable
releasable locking members.
[0034] Preferably, a panel is pivotally secured to the door such
that the panel selectively covers an interior surface of the door.
The panel is positioned between the door and the open front end of
the housing when the exercise equipment carrier is in a closed
configuration. A plurality of compartments are mounted on opposed
first and second surfaces of the panel for storing exercise and
training-related equipment. The panel may be secured to the door,
to releasably cover the interior surface thereof, by a peripheral
zipper mounted about the perimeter of the panel and the peripheral
edges of the interior surface of the door, or through the use of
any other suitable type of releasable fastener.
[0035] FIG. 6 shows an exercise equipment carrier in accordance
with a second exemplary embodiment. The exercise equipment carrier
provides the ability to transport a wide variety of exercise
equipment and accessories, such as, for example, dumbbells,
barbells, resistant bands, client files, a first aid kit and jump
ropes. The exercise equipment carrier includes a housing having a
rear panel, a sidewall and an open front end that defines the front
wall. The interior shell frame includes an aluminum frame. The
aluminum frame includes a rubber pad plexi-glass panel laminate
with vertical and horizontal bars secured to an interior surface of
the plexi-glass with retention prongs for releasably securing the
plurality of dumbbells within the housing. The dumbbells are
preferably mounted in a vertical alignment and may be arranged
within the housing in vertical sequential order, based upon the
heavier weight at the bottom followed by lighter weights on the
top.
[0036] Another piece of material is pivotally secured to the
housing, adjacent the open front end thereof, for releasably
covering and sealing the open front end. The flap is secured to the
housing by a zipper fastener. The housing and the flap forms a case
similar to a backpack or the like, and the flap may be releasably
secured to the open front end of the housing using zippers or any
other suitable releasable locking members.
[0037] A plurality of compartments are vertically mounted on
opposed first and second exteriors surfaces of the panel for
storing exercise related equipment. In FIG. 6, the front wall 203
has exterior mesh upper compartment 205 and lower compartment 205
is secured to the interior flap on the perimeter of 202 the panel
and the peripheral edges of the interior surface of the flap. Each
compartment is sealed by a zipper or any suitable type of
releasable fastener.
[0038] The exercise equipment carrier 201 may include any suitable
carrier configured to transport and/or store exercise equipment,
including, for example, dumbbells, barbells, resistance bands, jump
ropes, or the like. In some embodiments, the carrier may include a
backpack 201 as shown in FIG. 6. As an initial matter, the various
pieces of equipment shown in the drawings are shown for exemplary
purposes only, and that the disclosed exercise equipment carrier
may be used for transporting any desired exercise or
training-related equipment, as alluded to above. The exercise
equipment carrier resembles a conventional backpack. The dimensions
and contouring of exercise equipment carrier are shown for
exemplary purposes only, and may be varied dependent upon the
nature of exercise or training-related equipment to be transported
therein. Further, the user may utilize a variety of exercise
equipment carriers 201, each containing a unique assortment of
exercise equipment therein, depending upon the particular type of
training exercises in which the user intends to engage.
[0039] The rear panel 202, and a sidewall define an open interior
region. Backpack 201 includes a housing having a rear panel, a
sidewall, and a front panel 203 defining a the front panel having a
closable opening configured to afford access to the interior; and a
plurality of retention prongs protruding from 209 into the interior
for releasably securing exercise equipment. The front panel 203
defines an open interior compartment 209 similar in configuration
to the interior of a conventional back pack, adapted to hold an
interior shell frame (to be described in greater detail below).
Preferably, as shown, the dumbbells D are arrayed substantially
linearly, extending along the vertical interior region 209. A
plurality of retention prongs 210 are canted upwards for extra
security and for releasably the plurality of dumbbells D within the
aluminum frame 213. The interior frame or other releasably engaging
members of these prongs may be utilized to removably secure
dumbbells D within the interior of housing 209.
[0040] Front wall 203 has an interior compartment 209 sewed secured
to the adjacent the open front end thereof, for releasably covering
and sealing the open front end of housing 202. This interior
compartment 209 is secured to the housing 203 by zippers or the
like is secured with a zipper. Additional fasteners typically
associated with backpacks, such as straps, and the like, may also
be utilized.
[0041] Shoulder straps 207, as are well known in the field of back
packs, may be slidably mounted to the rear panel of housing 202.
Additional pockets or pouches, such as pouch 204 and 206, may be
formed on the exterior of housing 202 in the desired location may
be mounted to surface for securing a two piece body bar, for
example. The number and positioning of the external pouches is
dependent upon the particular needs of the user. The exemplary side
pouches 204 are mounted on both sidewalls of housing 202 laterally
opposite from the side walls 203 and are releasably sealed by
zipper. Any suitable releasable fastener may be used.
[0042] A plurality of compartments are mounted on opposed first and
second surfaces of the panel for storing exercise and
training-related equipment and accessories. The panel 203 fully
covers the interior surface, displaying the first surface thereof,
and the first set of pouches mounted thereto. Pouches 204 for
releasably securing a two piece body bar, for example. The exterior
compartments 205 may be utilized to store a cellular telephone and
exemplary keys and client files are shown for exemplary purposes
only, and that the number and configuration of the pouches may be
varied, dependent upon the nature of the exercise equipment to be
stored therein. Similarly, the choice of equipment illustrated in
FIG. 7 is shown for exemplary purposes only, interior compartment
212 including an exemplary first aid kit, an exemplary jump rope
and resistance bands. Each compartment is preferably formed as a
pocket, which may include a mesh front panel, as illustrated,
allowing the user to easily see the contents of each compartment.
Each compartment is sealed by any suitable type of releasable
fastener.
[0043] In FIG. 7, interior compartment 209 has been unzipped, thus
exposing the interior compartment 212 from the interior revealing
the compartment. Similarly, the choice of training equipment
illustrated in FIG. 7 is shown for exemplary purposes only. Each
compartment is preferably formed as a compartment, which may
include a mesh compartment panel, as illustrated, allowing the user
to easily see the contents of each pouch. Each compartment is
sealed by any suitable type of releasable fastener, such as the
exemplary zipper shown. Additionally, the interior compartment 209
may be utilized to store additional items. Any other suitable
retaining elements. The exterior compartments 205 may be utilized
to store a cellular telephone and exemplary keys and client
files.
[0044] As shown in FIG. 8, the aluminum frame 213 includes a rubber
pad 219, plexi-glass panel laminate 216 with horizontal bars 214
and vertical bars 215 secured in place with bolts 217 secured to
the surface of the plexi-glass 216 with retention prongs 210 for
releasably securing the plurality of dumbbells within the housing.
The dumbbells are preferably mounted in a vertical alignment and
may be arranged within the housing in vertical sequential order,
based upon the heavier weight at the bottom followed by lighter
weights on the top.
[0045] As shown in FIG. 9, the rear of the aluminum frame 213 is
comprised of a rubber pad 219, plexi-glass panel laminate 216
secured in place with bolts 217 to the horizontal bars 214 and
vertical bars 215 that protrudes a stand 218.
[0046] As noted above, the dimensions and contouring of exercise
equipment carrier 201 are shown for exemplary purposes only, along
with the exemplary exercise and training equipment shown stored
therein, and the number and configuration of the internal and
external pockets or pouches, and all may be varied dependent upon
the nature of exercise or training-related equipment to be
transported therein. Further, the user may utilize a variety of
exercise equipment carriers 201, each containing a unique
assortment of exercise equipment therein, and each having a unique
configuration, dependent upon the particular type of training
exercises in which the user intends to engage.
[0047] The exercise equipment carrier provides the ability to have
an interior frame like article to hold dumbbell weights and other
compartments to store exercise related accessory equipment. The
carrier includes a housing having a rear panel, a sidewall and an
open front end defining an open interior region for receiving a
plurality of dumbbells. The front panel defines an open interior
region. An aluminum frame preferably secured to an interior surface
of the rear panel affixed retention prongs for releasably securing
the plurality of dumbbells within the housing. The dumbbells are
preferably arranged in alignment within the aluminum frame in
vertical sequential order, based upon the heavier weight at the
bottom followed by the lighter weight on the top.
[0048] Similar to that described above, pouches 204, 205 and 206
(with pouches being mounted are shown for exemplary purposes only,
and that the number and configuration of the pouches may be varied,
dependent upon the nature of the exercise equipment to be stored
therein.
Summary of Reference Numbers in Second Exemplary Embodiment
[0049] FIG. 6
[0050] 201 Back Pack
[0051] 202 Rear Side wall
[0052] 203 Front wall
[0053] 204 Side pouches (2)
[0054] 205 Front pouches
[0055] 206 Mesh pouch water bottle
[0056] 207 Straps (2)
[0057] 208 Handle
[0058] FIG. 7
[0059] 209 Interior Region
[0060] 210 Retention Prongs
[0061] 211 Dumbbells
[0062] 212 Interior compartment
[0063] FIG. 8
[0064] 210 Retention prongs
[0065] 213 Aluminum Frame
[0066] 214 Horizontal Bars
[0067] 215 Vertical bars
[0068] 217 Bolts
[0069] 218 stand
[0070] FIG. 9
[0071] 214 Horizontal bars
[0072] 216 Plexiglas
[0073] 218 stand
[0074] 219 rubber pad
[0075] Personal trainers, occupational and physical therapists must
be well versed in multiple types of exercise styles, such as
strength training, stretching and various cardiovascular exercises,
and must carry the necessary equipment for a client's individual
needs. Transporting a variety of equipment, can be cumbersome,
particularly since there are a wide variety of related materials,
such as first aid kits, resistant bands and client files. Thus, the
exemplary carriers of the present invention are directed to this
problem.
[0076] The exemplary carriers provide a convenient way to transport
equipment to effectively service the clientele base, as the current
gym bags available are relatively impractical and inconvenient. For
example, if a conventional rolling sports duffle bag is used, the
dumbbells remain at the bottom of the bag, as they cannot be
secured in place.
[0077] Although gym bags, general sport equipment bags or even
luggage with wheels are available, these articles are manufactured
from materials that are not durable, lack compartmental space and
are inadequate for accommodating exercise accessories necessary to
provide professional services.
[0078] The exemplary carriers conveniently transport exercise
equipment to and from residential homes, parks, fitness facilities
and other places where the transportation of equipment is needed.
The technology therein can be incorporated into a backpack, a
rolling type duffle bag, or business tote.
[0079] Benefits, other advantages, and solutions to problems have
been described above with regard to specific examples. The
benefits, advantages, solutions to problems, and any element(s)
that may cause any benefit, advantage, or solution to occur or
become more pronounced are not critical, required, or essential
feature or element of any of the claims.
[0080] Additional advantages and modifications will readily occur
to those skilled in the art. The invention in its broader aspects
is therefore not limited to the specific details, representative
apparatus, and illustrative examples shown and described.
Accordingly, departures may be made from such details without
departing from the spirit or the scope of Applicants' general
inventive concept. The invention is defined in the following
claims. In general, the words "first," "second," etc., employed in
the claims do not necessarily denote an order.
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