Portable gym using gravitational forces

Abstract

A portable gym using gravitational forces of the present invention includes a gravity gym assembly and a belt harness. The gravity gym assembly includes a door anchor that is attachable to any doorway having a door, and an adjustable strap that leads to a pulley through which a cable passes. The cable is equipped with detachable handles on each end and may be advanced back and forth through the pulley when forces are applied to the handles. A series of exercises may be accomplished by varying body position, and exercises the entire body by using the person's body weight for resistance. In an alternative embodiment, the portable gym using gravitational forces may include attachment of the cable ends to the belt harness worn around the waist of the athlete and provides for the stabilization and application of resistance on the body while exercising. Exercises that are primarily performed in the gym, including, strengthening shoulder, arm, chest, back, leg, and abdominal core muscle groups, and performing cardiovascular and plyometric movements, can be performed virtually anywhere using the portable gym using gravitational forces of the present invention.

Description

RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]The present application claims the benefit of priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application entitled “Pocket Perfect Gym”, filed Apr. 17, 2009, and currently co-pending.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates generally to exercise devices. The present invention is more particularly, though not exclusively, useful as an exercise device to perform exercises that are typically performed in the gym, and can be performed anywhere with a strong structural base such as a door way, tree branch or fence.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Early history has provided evidence that man has long been aware of the benefits of physical fitness, and in the development of strong muscles. In fact, the Spartans and Greeks are thought to be some of the most physically fit societies that have ever existed. As early as the 18th century, man has developed exercise devices to assist with the development of muscles and general fitness.[0004]One of the first known...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention is a portable gym that uses gravitational forces to provide resistance for exercise. It includes a gravity gym assembly and a belt harness. The gravity gym assembly can be attached to any doorway and has an adjustable strap and pulley system. The assembly can be easily moved and used in different locations. The belt harness is worn around the athlete's waist and provides stability and resistance during exercise. This portable gym can be used to strengthen muscles and perform cardiovascular and plyometric movements. It offers a convenient and flexible way to exercise at home or on-the-go.

Problems solved by technology

While fitness techniques have ranged from the “Dynamic Tension” exercises promoted by Atlas, to the equipment-based exercises promoted by LaLanne and others, there is a gap in the available products and techniques.

Specifically, the “Dynamic Tension” techniques are limited by the absence of any apparatus designed to improve specific muscle strength and function.

On the other hand, the equipment-based exercises require expensive, bulky, and often very complicated, gym equipment.

As a result of these two disparate options, a person must choose between an at-home, equipment-less exercise program, or invest thousands of dollars to purchase the latest state-of-the-art equipment for home or join a gym that has that equipment available at an often significant cost.

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