Adjustable exercise apparatus

Abstract

Provided is exercise equipment for performing a variety of exercises for upper body exercises such as push-up, pull-up, and dip styles of exercise as well as core strengthening exercises. In some embodiments, the device allows for vertical and horizontal adjustments to a variety of positions allowing for general use for persons of all sizes and levels of abilities, from the beginner to the highly experienced and athletic person.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]Embodiments of the present invention relates to exercise equipment for performing a variety of exercises. More particularly, some embodiments of the present invention relate to exercise equipment for performing a variety of upper body exercises such as push-up, pull-up, and dip styles of exercise as well as core strengthening exercises. In some embodiments, the device allows for vertical adjustments to a variety of positions allowing for general use for persons of all levels of abilities, from the beginner to the highly experienced and athletic person.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Montgomery, in U.S. Pat. No. 4,923,194, describes an exercise device with a crossbar that is rigidly bent to a pre-determined configuration. The bar can be vertically adjusted using springs with rubberized portions using friction to hold the bar in place. As can be appreciated rubber can wear out and coefficients of friction can change over time and with varying loads. As a r...

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Benefits of technology

"The present invention provides an exercise apparatus that can be adjusted for users of varying abilities and can be folded for easy storage. The apparatus includes a base crossbar that can be adjusted lengthwise and attached to floor-bars. The floor-bars can be bisected for folding for storage. The apparatus also includes a pair of upright vertical bars that can slide along and be locked in position, allowing for different levels of difficulty for the exercise. The hand grips can be adjusted to change the difficulty of the exercise, and the cross-bar can be padded for comfort. The apparatus can be used for upper body strengthening and core strengthening exercises."

Problems solved by technology

As can be appreciated rubber can wear out and coefficients of friction can change over time and with varying loads.

As a result the integrity of the adjustment and safety can be jeopardized.

The cross-bar can not be adjusted lengthwise to allow for wider or smaller arm span nor can the grip portion of the bar be adjusted to allow for personal preference or to alter the exercise.

The device takes up a lot of space as folding for easy storage is not provided.

The device does not allow for vertical adjustments and thus is not suitable for a beginner or for users with varying abilities.

The handles are freely rotatable which may result in instability of the hands and arms during the exercise.

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