U.S. patent application number 16/207187 was filed with the patent office on 2020-06-04 for full-body workout system and method of using same.
The applicant listed for this patent is Clouded Star LLC. Invention is credited to Paul T. Belmore.
Application Number | 20200171349 16/207187 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 70851056 |
Filed Date | 2020-06-04 |
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United States Patent
Application |
20200171349 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Belmore; Paul T. |
June 4, 2020 |
Full-Body Workout System and Method of Using Same
Abstract
Several full-body workout systems are disclosed, including a
home tree system, flex board system, flex ottoman system, flex
couch system, and flex bench system. These workout systems are used
with a workout strap with a stiff body and two ends that terminate
in spring-loaded padded clips that are padded in a number of
locations for comfortable grip.
Inventors: |
Belmore; Paul T.; (Allen,
TX) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Clouded Star LLC |
McKinney |
TX |
US |
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Family ID: |
70851056 |
Appl. No.: |
16/207187 |
Filed: |
December 2, 2018 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
1/1 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A63B 2210/50 20130101;
A63B 21/4035 20151001; A63B 2023/006 20130101; A63B 1/00 20130101;
A63B 21/169 20151001; A63B 21/00061 20130101; A63B 21/0557
20130101; A63B 2208/0252 20130101; A63B 21/4029 20151001; A63B
23/03558 20130101; A63B 21/04 20130101; A63B 2225/102 20130101;
A63B 21/028 20130101 |
International
Class: |
A63B 23/035 20060101
A63B023/035; A63B 21/055 20060101 A63B021/055; A63B 21/04 20060101
A63B021/04; A63B 21/00 20060101 A63B021/00; A63B 21/16 20060101
A63B021/16; A63B 1/00 20060101 A63B001/00; A63B 21/02 20060101
A63B021/02 |
Claims
1. A full-body workout system comprising: an elongated trunk member
including at least one strap latching element configured for
latching by a user using a workout strap; at least one branch
member removably coupled to the elongated trunk member and
including at least one strap latching element; a root member
coupled to the elongated trunk member and including at least one
strap latching element; and a plurality of anchor pads coupled to
at least one of the elongated trunk member, branch member, and root
member, and configured to enable secure attachment thereof to a
substantially vertical surface so that the branch member is
configured to extend up and above the trunk member, and the root
member is configured to extend down and below the trunk member.
2. The workout system of claim 1, further comprising a workout
strap having an elongated stiff strap body with first and second
ends each terminating in a padded hand grip, the elongated stiff
strap body having at least one surface bearing a non-slip grippy
texture.
3. The workout system of claim 1, wherein the at least one
removable branch member further comprises a locking pin mechanism
enabling insertion and engagement thereof with the elongated trunk
member.
4. The workout system of claim 1, wherein the at least one
removable branch member comprises a plurality of branching strap
latching elements, at least one of which is oriented
horizontally.
5. A full-body workout system comprising: a metal frame oriented in
a cross configuration and terminating in four strap latching
elements extending outwardly configured for latching by a user
using a workout strap; and a contoured board attached to the metal
frame with outer edges having a non-slip grippy texture.
6. The workout system of claim 5, further comprising a workout
strap having an elongated stiff strap body with first and second
ends each terminating in a padded hand grip, the elongated stiff
strap body having at least one surface bearing a non-slip grippy
texture.
7. The workout system of claim 5, wherein at least one of the four
strap latching elements is removable and further comprises a
locking pin mechanism enabling insertion and engagement thereof
with the metal frame.
8. The workout system of claim 5, wherein at least three of the
four strap latching elements are elongated and together form a
stand configured for keeping the board substantially vertical.
9. The workout system of claim 5, further comprising a removable
mat having a nubby textured surface for covering the contoured
board surface.
10. A full-body workout system comprising: an ottoman having a
metal frame defining a substantially horizontal top having a nubby
textured surface and a metal base comprising a pair of columns
terminating in flat wide feet; and a plurality of removable strap
latching elements extending outwardly from the metal frame and
metal base and configured for latching by a user using a workout
strap.
11. The work out system of claim 10, further comprising a workout
strap having an elongated stiff strap body with first and second
ends each terminating in a padded hand grip, the elongated stiff
strap body having at least one surface bearing a non-slip grippy
texture.
12. A full-body workout system comprising: a substantially
horizontal metal base configured for placement behind and under a
couch; a substantially vertical member coupled to the metal base,
the vertical member extending above and over the couch; and a
plurality of removable strap latching elements extending upwardly
and outwardly from the vertical member and configured for latching
by a user using a workout strap.
13. The work out system of claim 12, further comprising a workout
strap having an elongated stiff strap body with first and second
ends each terminating in a padded hand grip, the elongated stiff
strap body having at least one surface bearing a non-slip grippy
texture.
14. The workout system of claim 12, wherein the metal base is
configured for folding vertically against the vertical member.
15. A full-body workout system comprising: a metal frame defining a
plurality of ascending steps; the metal frame further defining a
pair of dip bars; and a plurality of removable strap latching
elements extending upwardly and outwardly from the metal frame and
configured for latching by a user using a workout strap.
16. The work out system of claim 15, further comprising a workout
strap having an elongated stiff strap body with first and second
ends each terminating in a padded hand grip, the elongated stiff
strap body having at least one surface bearing a non-slip grippy
texture.
17. The workout system of claim 15, wherein the plurality of
removable strap latching elements further comprise a locking pin
mechanism enabling insertion and engagement thereof with the metal
frame.
18. The workout system of claim 15, wherein the plurality of
removable strap latching elements comprises a plurality of
branching strap latching elements, at least one of which is
oriented horizontally.
19. A full-body workout strap comprising: an elongated stiff strap
body with first and second ends each terminating in a hand grip
having multiple padded grip points, the elongated stiff strap body
having at least one surface bearing a non-slip grippy texture; the
padded hand grips each further defining a spring-loaded clip; and
the hand grips each having a flat side configured for joining
together to form one combined handle contoured for comfortable hold
in one hand.
20. The workout strap of claim 19, further comprising: a removable
siding that covers at least one side of the strap body; wherein the
spring-loaded clip is removable; and wherein the multiple padded
grip points include: a first padded region at end of the strap
body; a second padded region at a base of the hand grip; a third
padded region on the hand grip opposed to the spring-loaded clip;
and a fourth padded region at a tip of the hand grip.
Description
FIELD
[0001] The present disclosure generally relates to the field of
exercise equipment, and more particularly to various full-body
workout systems and methods of using same.
BACKGROUND
[0002] It's been long recognized that exercise and physical
activity are crucial components of physical fitness and overall
health and wellness. A well-rounded fitness program includes
strength training to improve bone and joint function, bone density,
muscle, tendon and ligament strength, as well as aerobic exercise
to improve heart and lung fitness, flexibility, and balance.
Resistance and weight training involve the use of resistance to
muscular contraction to build strength and anaerobic endurance of
skeletal muscles. In addition to the use of one's own body weight,
many different types of equipment have been conceived for
facilitating aerobic and anaerobic exercises, such as free weights,
weight machines, medicine balls, and resistance bands. In
particular, there are many workout straps currently on the market
that are made with limp webbing and designed to be tied down and
locked to one spot like gymnastic-style rings.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0003] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a
home tree full-body workout system according to the teachings of
the present disclosure;
[0004] FIGS. 2A-2C are various close-up views of an exemplary
embodiment of a removable branch bar of a home tree full-body
workout system according to the teachings of the present
disclosure;
[0005] FIGS. 3A-3D are perspective views of various exemplary
embodiments of a removable branch bar of a home tree full-body
workout system according to the teachings of the present
disclosure;
[0006] FIGS. 4A-4F are illustrative of various ways that a user may
obtain a full-body workout using a home tree full-body workout
system according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0007] FIGS. 5A and 5B are two views of an exemplary embodiment of
strap storage device of a home tree full-body workout system
according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0008] FIGS. 6A-6G are various views of an exemplary embodiment of
a flex board full-body workout system according to the teachings of
the present disclosure;
[0009] FIGS. 7A-7D are illustrative of strap attachment points of
an exemplary embodiment of a flex board full-body workout system
according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0010] FIGS. 8A-8H are illustrative of various ways that a user may
obtain a full-body workout using a flex board full-body workout
system according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0011] FIGS. 9A-9C are various views of an exemplary embodiment of
optional leg extensions for the flex board full-body workout system
according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0012] FIGS. 10A-10C are various views of an exemplary embodiment
of a removable mat for the flex board full-body workout system
according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0013] FIGS. 11A-13B are various views of exemplary size variations
for the flex board full-body workout system according to the
teachings of the present disclosure;
[0014] FIGS. 14A-14F are various views of an exemplary embodiment
of a flex ottoman full-body workout system according to the
teachings of the present disclosure;
[0015] FIGS. 15A-15D are illustrative of strap attachment points of
an exemplary embodiment of an ottoman full-body workout system
according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0016] FIGS. 16A-16I are illustrative of various ways that one or
two users may obtain a full-body workout using an ottoman full-body
workout system according to the teachings of the present
disclosure;
[0017] FIGS. 17A and 17B are illustrative of an additional way that
a user may use an ottoman full-body workout system according to the
teachings of the present disclosure;
[0018] FIGS. 18A and 18B are perspective views of an exemplary
embodiment of a flex couch full-body workout system according to
the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0019] FIGS. 19A and 19B are perspective views of an exemplary
embodiment of a fold-away base of a flex couch full-body workout
system according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0020] FIGS. 20A-20C are illustrative of an exemplary placement of
a couch in front of a flex couch full-body workout system according
to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0021] FIGS. 21A-21D are illustrative of exemplary strap attachment
points of an exemplary embodiment of a flex couch full-body workout
system according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0022] FIGS. 22A-22F are illustrative of various ways that a user
may use a flex couch full-body workout system according to the
teachings of the present disclosure;
[0023] FIGS. 23A and 23B are perspective views of an exemplary
embodiment of a flex bench full-body workout system according to
the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0024] FIG. 24 is illustrative of exemplary strap attachment points
of an exemplary embodiment of a flex bench full-body workout system
according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0025] FIGS. 25A-25H are illustrative of various ways that a user
may use a flex bench full-body workout system according to the
teachings of the present disclosure;
[0026] FIGS. 26A-26C are illustrative of optional removable upper
extensions of a flex bench full-body workout system according to
the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0027] FIGS. 27A-27C are illustrative of various ways that a user
may use a flex board with a flex bench full-body workout system
according to the teachings of the present disclosure;
[0028] FIG. 28 is illustrative of how a user may use a home tree
with a flex bench full-body workout system according to the
teachings of the present disclosure;
[0029] FIGS. 29A-29F are illustrative of an exemplary embodiment of
a flex strap according to the teachings of the present
disclosure;
[0030] FIGS. 30A-30L are illustrative of exemplary embodiments of a
flex strap with various distinct grip pads in contrast to
conventional handles according to the teachings of the present
disclosure;
[0031] FIGS. 31A-31E are illustrative of an exemplary embodiment of
a flex strap with joinable handles according to the teachings of
the present disclosure;
[0032] FIGS. 32A and 32B are illustrative of how a user may use a
flex strap with joinable handles according to the teachings of the
present disclosure;
[0033] FIGS. 33A-33F are illustrative of exemplary embodiments of a
flex strap with removable surface siding according to the teachings
of the present disclosure;
[0034] FIGS. 34A-34J are illustrative of how a user may use the
flex strap according to the teachings of the present
disclosure;
[0035] FIGS. 35A and 35B are illustrative of how a user may easily
move and reposition the flex strap according to the teachings of
the present disclosure;
[0036] FIG. 36 is illustrative of conventional exercise straps that
are typically used while tied down in a fixed location; and
[0037] FIGS. 37A and 37B are illustrative of the stiff
characteristic of the flex strap according to the teachings of the
present disclosure.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0038] The present disclosure is directed to various full-body
workout systems to be used with a novel workout strap that are
versatile and easy to use.
[0039] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a
home tree full-body workout system 10 according to the teachings of
the present disclosure. The home tree 10 resembles a tree with a
horizontal branch 12, a vertical trunk 14 and a downwardly
extending root 16. These are the main latching points/posts 12-16
for use with a novel flex strap described in more detail below. The
strap can be instantly attached and re-positioned along any of
these attachment points. The branch bar 12 is designed to be
removable, such as using a conventional locking pin mechanism or
detent pin mechanism 18 as shown in FIG. 2A. In this manner, a wide
variety of removable branch extensions 12'''' with variations in
branching configurations such as shown in FIGS. 3A-3D are
contemplated. The home tree branch extensions 12 can also be used
as conventional chin-up bars in addition to being used with the
flex strap. The home tree 10 is secured to a wall or vertical
surface via a plurality of wall anchors 20 using conventional bolts
and/or screws.
[0040] FIGS. 4A-4F are illustrative of various ways that a user may
obtain a full-body workout using a home tree full-body workout
system 10 according to the teachings of the present disclosure. As
shown, the user may use the strap 100 to use any portion of the
home tree (e.g., branch, trunk, and root) as a temporary latching
point to support the user's own weight to work many parts of the
body. As shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B, the home tree may also include
one or more posts 22 disposed on one or more anchor points 20 from
which the strap 100 may hang and be stored for easy access.
[0041] The home tree 10 and the branch attachments 12 may be
constructed of any strong and sturdy material such as metal, wood,
plastic, composites, etc. As described in more detail below, the
home tree 10 is also designed to be used in combination with the
other home gym components: flex board, flex ottoman, and flex
bench.
[0042] FIGS. 6A-6E are various views of an exemplary embodiment of
a flex board full-body workout system 30 according to the teachings
of the present disclosure. The flex board 30 is made of a strong
durable material with a lightweight metal frame 32 which may have a
cross configuration and a highly contoured body 33 that resemble a
butterfly. The convex curve shape of the flex board 30 (best shown
in FIGS. 6F and 6G) and the textured surface of the board create an
enhanced massage effect, kneading into the user's back muscles as
the user uses the board to workout. The outer edges 34 of the flex
board body 33 may incorporate non-slip rubberized grippy surfaces
that allows the user to place the board 30 at an angle against a
wall or another object and not shift in position. The flex board 30
includes built-in strap latch points 36 that are extensions of the
metal frame 32, as shown in FIGS. 6A-6E. These latching extensions
36 are removably inserted and secured into the ends of the metal
frame 32 using a locking or detent pin mechanism to allow for
exchanging different size and shape attachment accessories. In
addition to the various latching points/posts 36 shown in FIGS.
7A-7C, a strap 100 can also be latched around the back of the board
30 to enhance the variety of moves a user can do with the board,
such as shown in FIG. 7D. FIGS. 8A-8H are illustrative of various
ways that a user may obtain a full-body workout using the flex
board full-body workout system 30 with a flex strap. It may be seen
that a user may use the flex board 30 placed vertically or
horizontally.
[0043] FIGS. 9A-9C are illustrative of another embodiment of the
flex board 30 equipped with removable latching points/posts 36'
that include elongated stands 35 that may be used to prop the flex
board 30 substantially vertically. When propped up in this way, a
user may lean against it, perhaps while working at a standing desk,
for example.
[0044] As shown in FIGS. 10A-10C, the flex board 30 may also
include a nubby or ribbed textured mat 37 that can be removed for
cleaning and also be exchanged for different textures (nubby and
ribbing) and levels of padding to allow the user to customize the
board to their own comfort level. The mat 37 may be fastened to the
board 30 using any suitable fastener, such as straps with buckles
around the latch extensions 36, Velcro on the surface of the board,
and other means. The flex board 30 may be used with the mat to
enhance the massage effect, or without the mat 37, which would
reveal a hard and stiff surface of the board by default. Further,
the flex board 30 may be available in various sizes optimized for
users of different height and weight, such as shown in FIGS.
11A-13B.
[0045] FIGS. 14A-14F are various views of an exemplary embodiment
of a flex ottoman full-body workout system 40 according to the
teachings of the present disclosure. The flex ottoman 40 is similar
to a piece of furniture, the ottoman, that has a strong and sturdy
metal frame 42 with a base that includes legs 44 and feet 46 that
support a textured padded horizontal top 48. Attached to the metal
frame 42 circumferentially about the top 48 and on the legs 44 are
a plurality of latch points or posts 50 for the flex strap. These
latch points 50 can be removably attached to the metal frame 42 or
they may be permanently fastened. FIGS. 15A-15D are illustrative of
strap attachment points of an exemplary embodiment of a flex
ottoman full-body workout system according to the teachings of the
present disclosure. FIGS. 16A-16I are illustrative of various ways
that one or two users may obtain a full-body workout using a flex
ottoman full-body workout system 40 and flex strap 100. As shown in
FIGS. 17A and 17B, preferably the legs 44 of the ottoman 40 are
configured as single column support bases 44 that widen into wide
feet 46 designed to be stepped on by the user while the user exerts
upward force using the strap latched to the flex ottoman.
[0046] FIGS. 18A and 18B are perspective views of an exemplary
embodiment of a flex couch full-body workout system 60 according to
the teachings of the present disclosure. The flex couch 60 includes
a foldable base 62 (see FIGS. 19A and 19B) and a vertical member 64
that extends above the back of a couch, as shown in FIGS. 20A-20D.
As shown in FIGS. 19A and 19B, the base 62 may be hinged with
detachable support bars 65 that can be rotated to support the
vertical component 64 to maintain its verticality, and removed to
raise the base 62 so that it also becomes vertically oriented like
the vertical member 64. The flex couch 60 is designed to be placed
behind a couch or lunge chair so that a user can get a workout
while sitting down. FIGS. 21A-21D are illustrative of exemplary
strap attachment points 66 of an exemplary embodiment of a flex
couch full-body workout system 60 according to the teachings of the
present disclosure. The strap attachment points 66 generally extend
upward from the vertical component 64 of the flex couch system 60.
FIGS. 22A-22F are illustrative of various ways that a user may use
a flex couch full-body workout system 60 in combination with a flex
strap. As shown in FIGS. 22E and 22F, a flex board 30 can also be
used in combination with the strap 100 by leaning the board onto
the couch.
[0047] FIGS. 23A and 23B are perspective views of an exemplary
embodiment of a flex bench full-body 70 workout system according to
the teachings of the present disclosure. The flex bench 70 is a
stretching bench designed for use with the flex strap. The flex
bench 70 includes a plurality of ascending and laterally displaced
steps 72-74, a removable upper component 75, and a plurality of
latch points 76 for the strap. In addition, the flex bench 70
includes a pair of dip bars 78. FIG. 24 is illustrative of
exemplary strap attachment points 76 of a flex bench full-body
workout system and FIGS. 25A-25H are illustrative of the many ways
that a user may use the flex bench 70 in combination with a flex
strap for a full body workout. As shown in FIGS. 26A and 26B, the
upper component 75 of the bench 70 incorporates a plurality of
strap latch points 78 and is removable to be exchanged with
components having a variety of configurations. A suitable locking
mechanism such as a locking pin or detent pin mechanism may be used
to enable easy removal and replacement of the upper component 75.
FIG. 26C shows an exemplary upper component extension 79 that
provides additional strap attachment points that extend further up
and over the bench.
[0048] FIGS. 27A-27C are illustrative of various ways that a user
may use a flex board 30 with a flex bench 70 according to the
teachings of the present disclosure. The flex board 30 can be
leaned against the flex bench 70 as shown or secured thereto in a
suitable manner, and the user may lean against the board and use
the strap 100 to work out various parts of the body.
[0049] FIG. 28 is illustrative of how a user may use a home tree 10
in combination with a flex bench 70 by placing the flex bench 70
next to the home tree 10. The user may use this configuration with
or without the strap 100 to attain a full-body workout.
[0050] FIGS. 29A-29F are illustrative of an exemplary embodiment of
a full-body workout flex strap 100 according to the teachings of
the present disclosure. The flex strap 100 includes a strap body
102 with a hand grip 104 at each end. The elongated strap body 102
is preferably constructed of a durable material that can generally
maintain its shape and yet be sufficiently flexible to allow the
strap to be folded over upon itself. Suitable materials for
fabricating the strap body 102 may include nylon, plastic, leather,
etc. One surface of the strap body 102 (e.g., top surface) may
incorporate a soft and flexible material with a decorative design
(e.g., a snake skin pattern), and a second surface of the strap
body 102 (e.g., bottom surface) may have a durable non-slip
rubberized texture. The non-slip texture enables the strap to be
wrapped around latch points located on the home tree 10, flex board
30, flex ottoman 40, flex couch 60, flex bench 70, and other fixed
objects and stay engaged without slipping when the user is pulling
on the strap. When the user stops pulling on the strap 100, it
easily disengages and allows repositioning and adjustment because
of its internal structure. The hand grips 104 at the ends of the
strap body 102 are generally constructed of a metal or rigid
plastic material, preferably with added layers of durable padding
to provide a comfortable grip and to protect the user from
inadvertent bruising on contact with a swinging strap. Incorporated
in and forming part of the hand grips 104 are spring-loaded clips
or latching mechanisms 106 that enable the full-body strap 100 to
be easily attached and detached from itself or other fastening
points. The clip 106 may be removable from the hand grip 104, as
shown in FIG. 29F. The latching mechanism 106 also enable the two
ends of the strap to be fastened to one another and be used to
attach and carry water bottles and other exercise equipment, for
example, as shown in FIGS. 35A and 35B.
[0051] The hand grip of the strap 100 is specially designed. Unlike
other conventional workout straps with handles designed with one
grip point (FIG. 30G), the hand grips 104 have several built-in
non-slip regions with padding 108'-108'''' (FIGS. 30A-30H) so that
the user can hold the strap several different ways, as illustrated
in FIGS. 30F, so that the user can grasp the handles 104 in a
variety of ways to perform more variety of exercises and enhance
the workout. More specifically, the handle has an oval or beveled
rectangular shape encompassing approximately 300 degrees. The
padded region 108' is located at the end of the strap body, the
padded region 108'' is located at the base or neck of the handle
where the strap attaches to the handle, the padded region 108''' is
located in the portion of the handle opposite of the clip, and the
padded region 108'''' is located at the tip of the handle. In
contrast, conventional exercise resistance bands and straps employ
a barrel handle bar that only has one grip position and can be held
in only one way, as illustrated in FIGS. 30I-30L.
[0052] FIGS. 31A-31E are illustrative of another feature of the
flex strap 100--joinable handles 104. The strap handles 104' and
104'' on the two ends of the strap are designed to merge together
to form one handle 104 that can be comfortably held by the user in
one hand. In the embodiment shown in the figures, the handles have
a flat surface that can be easily be brought together. As shown in
FIGS. 32A and 32B, the user can hold the two handles one in each
hand or press the two handles together to enter one-hand mode to
perform a wider variety of exercises.
[0053] FIGS. 33A-33F are illustrative of exemplary embodiments of a
flex strap 100 with a removable surface siding 110 that can be
customizable with a variety of textures, colors, and patterns.
Moreover, one or both sides of the strap 100 can be removed and
replaced to be laundered or cleaned.
[0054] FIGS. 34A-34J are illustrative of the variety of ways that a
user may use the flex strap 100 to work out various parts of the
body. In addition to being used with the home tree 10, flex board
30, ottoman 40, flex couch 60, and flex bench 70, the flex strap
100 can also be used with any stationary object, such as a sign
post, tree trunk, and large tree branch. It should be noted that
although the flex strap 100 is flexible and can be folded back upon
itself, the body of the strap is somewhat rigid and can remain
horizontal when held by the handle, such as shown in FIG. 37A.
Therefore, the flex strap 100 can be easily positioned and moved
between latch points such as shown in FIGS. 35A and 35B. This is in
stark contrast with conventional workout straps fabricated from
nylon webbing, latex, and rubber that lack internal strength and
are limp and flaccid (FIG. 37B). The conventional resistance bands
or straps are typically tied down to a fixed point (FIG. 36) and
cannot be easily repositioned.
[0055] The features of the present invention which are believed to
be novel are set forth below with particularity in the appended
claims. However, modifications, variations, and changes to the
exemplary embodiments described above will be apparent to those
skilled in the art, and the full-body workout systems described
herein thus encompass such modifications, variations, and changes
and are not limited to the specific embodiments described
herein.
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