Strength training system with folding frame

Abstract

In one example, a strength training system includes a folding frame having a central sub-frame and first and second lateral sub-frames, and pivoting cross members pivotally coupling the central sub-frame to at least one of the first and second lateral sub-frames, the folding frame being configured to move between an unfolded position and a folded position in which the first and second lateral sub-frames are generally parallel in the unfolded position. The strength training system also includes a strength training assembly coupled to the folding frame. The strength training system may include a pulley machine that includes pulleys and cables. In at least one example, the pulleys and cables may be secured to the folding frame in a pre-assembled manner. Further, in at least one example, the strength training system may be assembled without the use of tools.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]Not applicableBACKGROUNDBackground and Relevant Art[0002]In an attempt to improve their health and physical conditioning, consumers are purchasing home exercise devices in record quantities. Some of the exercise equipment purchased includes strength training equipment, such as strength training systems.[0003]Strength training systems having one or more exercise stations linked to a resistance assembly have been around for some time. Strength training systems are often large and made of numerous different parts. In order to reduce the cost associated with packaging, storing, and shipping, strength training systems are packaged in an unassembled manner. Packaging strength training systems in an unassembled manner reduces the size of the box required to enclose the system, thus reducing the packaging costs and the amount of storage space required to store the system.[0004]While packaging strength training systems in an unassembled manner pro...

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Benefits of technology

[0006]In one example, a strength training system includes a folding frame having a central sub-frame, first and second lateral sub-frames, and pivoting cross members pivotally coupling the central sub-frame to at least one of the first and second lateral sub-frames. The folding frame may be configured to move between an unfolded position and a folded position in which the first and second lateral sub-frames are generally parallel in the folded position and/or in the unfolded position. The strength training system also includes a strength training assembly coupled to the folding frame. Strength training assemblies may include, wi

Problems solved by technology

While packaging strength training systems in an unassembled manner provides some benefits as described above, there are however, various drawbacks to packaging and shipping strength training devices is an unassembled manner.

Such assembly can be complicated.

However, even with the aid of an instructional manual, the complications associated with assembling the strength training system are not eliminated.

Further, the assembled strength training systems often do not provide the stability or rigidity desired for vigorous strength training.

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