Exercise Device

Abstract

An exercise device has a two-part telescoping elongate bar with a first rod and second rod. The first rod includes a weighted collar affixed to each end that can hold additional weights. The second rod is received within the first rod and engages via a coupling for axial sliding movement outward from an open end of the first rod for telescoping operation such that the device is extensible. A person holds the device using hand grips attached to one end of the first rod and an opposing end of the second rod.

Description

PRIORITY CLAIM[0001]The present application claims benefit of U.S. provisional application no. 61 / 350,751 filed on Jun. 2, 2010.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates to an exercise device that has particular utility for stretching and improving the condition of a person's back. Particularly, the invention relates to an extensible exercise bar device for stretching.[0004]2. Description of the Prior Art[0005]Various exercise devices are presently known that comprise a bar having hand grips. However, each of these devices have shortcomings with respect to stretching the back.[0006]U.S. Pat. No. 4,257,591 (Evans, Sr.) relates to an exercising device that comprises a bar with variable length having hand grips at each of its opposing ends. However, the device does not have a secure means for adding weight and does not provide an axially sliding member for improving a stretch.[0007]U.S. Pat. No. 3,006,646 (Nanni) relates to an exercis...

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Benefits of technology

[0010]The extensible exercise bar device provides an elongate first rod and an elongate second rod of smaller diameter than the first rod. The elongate second rod is received within an open end of the first rod. The second rod is held within the first rod by a coupling for axial sliding engagement, whereby the second rod telescopes from the first rod upon outward sliding movement from the first rod. The rods of the exercise bar device may be constructed of polyvinyl chloride and joined together by a PCV coupling. The second rod will have some resistance when extending from the first rod to provide for exercise and improved results during stretching. Additionally, the first rod includes a first collar and a second collar on opposing ends of the first rod that are either integrated therein or removable. These collars add weight to the first rod that further improves exercise results. The weight of these collars may be adjusted by adding additional weight to sleeves on each collar that receive the weights, which may consist of stretchable weight rings placed on the sleeves.

[0011]In use, a person grips opposing handles in his or her hands that are provided on one end of the first rod and on the opposing end of the second rod. In one effective stretching exercise, the person holds the exercise device behind their back and rotates his or her body while gripping the opposing handles. As he or she rotates, they extend the second rod from the first rod by sliding movement to provide improvement to the stretching exercise. The person may wear an exercise belt around their waist to rest the bar and cushion the device while protecting the person's back from excess strain during the stretching exercise.

[0012]In another embodiment, the person grips the opposing handles and uses the device in front of his or her body. In this position, the user can stretch the chest, arms and shoulder areas of the body. These exercises are especially helpful for relieving stress, improving overall flexibility and adding strength. A bearing member may be included between the handle and the weight collar to assist the user when operating the device in front of the body.

Problems solved by technology

However, the device does not have a secure means for adding weight and does not provide an axially sliding member for improving a stretch.

Nanni does not provide a stable weighted bar that includes an axially sliding member to improve a stretch.

The device does not provide a weighted bar with weights a fixed distance apart and a pair of rods that are coupled to telescope and axially slide sufficient distance to provide a useful stretch.

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