Patent Application
20250222296
The present invention relates generally to the field of dumbbells. More specifically, the present invention relates to a dumbbell extension weight sleeve device that can be attached to a head of a dumbbell, wherein the body is comprised of a pocket that may receive at least one weight that can add additional weight to the dumbbell. Accordingly, the present disclosure makes specific reference thereto. Nonetheless, it is to be appreciated that aspects of the present invention are also equally applicable to other like applications, devices, and methods of manufacture.
When dumbbell users require additional weight to increase the intensity of their workouts, they are typically forced to purchase entirely new sets of dumbbells. This approach not only becomes costly over time, but it also requires significant storage space, which can be a major issue for those living in homes, apartments, or other small spaces. Finding the right weight increments can also be a challenge, as specific sizes are often out of stock or difficult to locate.
The add-on weight options currently available present their own set of problems. Most attach to the inside of the dumbbell handle, reducing the grip space required for proper lifting form. This can lead to discomfort and even injury if users are unable to maintain a secure hold. Furthermore, many of these products are designed to work only with metal dumbbells, excluding users who prefer or own other materials. Another significant limitation is the amount of weight that can be added. The existing solutions are often limited in how much weight they can safely and securely hold, leaving users without a flexible option to gradually increase their strength training regimen. Additionally, the high cost of these limited add-on options further adds to the frustration of users seeking a more affordable, adaptable, and safe solution. As a result, a more effective and user-friendly solution is needed to address these common challenges.
Therefore, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an improved dumbbell weight add-on. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a dumbbell extension weight sleeve device. More specifically, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a dumbbell extension weight sleeve device that allows a user to incrementally add additional weight to a dumbbell. In addition, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a dumbbell extension weight sleeve device that allows a user to incrementally add additional weight to a dumbbell, wherein the device is not positioned within the dumbbell such that it interferes with gripping or using the dumbbell.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a dumbbell extension weight sleeve device. The device is comprised of a body that attaches to the head of a dumbbell or similar weight apparatus. In one embodiment, the body is made of a rigid material that snap fits around the dumbbell head, while in another embodiment, it is made from flexible materials like fabric or mesh and attaches using fasteners such as buckles, clips, or magnets. The body also comprises at least one pocket that holds a weight, allowing the user to incrementally increase the dumbbell's overall weight. The weights may vary in type and size and can be either fixed or removable, with the pockets optionally equipped with fasteners to secure the weights.
In this manner, the dumbbell extension weight sleeve device of the present invention accomplishes all the forgoing objectives and provides an improved device for adding weight to a dumbbell. More specifically, the device allows a user to incrementally add additional weight to a dumbbell. In addition, the device is not positioned within the dumbbell such that it interferes with gripping or using the dumbbell during use.
The following presents a simplified summary to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed innovation. This summary is not an extensive overview, and it is not intended to identify key/critical elements or to delineate the scope thereof. Its sole purpose is to present some general concepts in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a dumbbell extension weight sleeve device. The device is comprised of a body that attaches to the head of a dumbbell (or any other weight style/device in other embodiments). The body may attach to/around the head of a dumbbell via at least one fastener, but preferably a first fastener 114 and a second fastener. The fasteners may be any reciprocating fastener types known in the art.
The body is comprised of at least one pocket. At least one weight is positioned within the pocket to allow a user to incrementally increase the overall weight of the dumbbell head. The weight may be any weight increment and may be any style of weight such as but not limited to a metal weight, a plastic weight, a water-filled weight, a substance-filled weight (ex. a sand-filled weight), etc. In one embodiment, the weight is fixedly attached within the pocket. In another embodiment, the weight can be removably positioned within the pocket such that weights can be interchanged as needed to provide the desired weight. In a removable embodiment, the pocket may be an open-top pocket or may be comprised of a fastener that secures the pocket closed.
The present invention is also comprised of a method of using the device. First, a device is provided comprised of a body comprised of a pocket. Then, the body can be secured to a dumbbell head, which can be done via engaging two fasteners of the device. Then, a first weight of a first mass can be inserted into the pocket and the dumbbell can be used to perform an exercise. Next, the first weight can be removed from the pocket and replaced within a second weight of a second mass, wherein the dumbbell can then be used to perform an exercise.
Accordingly, the dumbbell extension weight sleeve device of the present invention is particularly advantageous as it provides an improved device for adding weight to a dumbbell. More specifically, the device allows a user to incrementally add additional weight to a dumbbell. In addition, the device is not positioned within the dumbbell such that it interferes with gripping or using the dumbbell during use. In this manner, the dumbbell extension weight sleeve device overcomes the limitations of existing headstones known in the art.
To the accomplishment of the foregoing and related ends, certain illustrative aspects of the disclosed innovation are described herein in connection with the following description and the annexed drawings. These aspects are indicative, however, of but a few of the various ways in which the principles disclosed herein can be employed and are intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Other advantages and novel features will become apparent from the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings.
The description refers to provided drawings in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts throughout the different views, and in which:
The innovation is now described with reference to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals are used to refer to like elements throughout. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding thereof. It may be evident, however, that the innovation can be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form to facilitate a description thereof. Various embodiments are discussed hereinafter. It should be noted that the figures are described only to facilitate the description of the embodiments. They are not intended as an exhaustive description of the invention and do not limit the scope of the invention. Additionally, an illustrated embodiment need not have all the aspects or advantages shown. Thus, in other embodiments, any of the features described herein from different embodiments may be combined.
As noted above, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an improved dumbbell weight add-on. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a dumbbell extension weight sleeve device. More specifically, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a dumbbell extension weight sleeve device that allows a user to incrementally add additional weight to a dumbbell. In addition, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a dumbbell extension weight sleeve device that allows a user to incrementally add additional weight to a dumbbell, wherein the device is not positioned within the dumbbell such that it interferes with gripping or using the dumbbell.
The present invention, in one exemplary embodiment, is comprised of a dumbbell extension weight sleeve device. The device is comprised of a body that attaches to the head of a dumbbell (or other types of weights in alternative embodiments). The body may be secured to or around the dumbbell head using at least one fastener, though it preferably includes a first fastener and a second fastener. These fasteners can be any type of reciprocating fasteners known in the art.
The body contains at least one pocket, in which a weight is placed to allow users to incrementally increase the overall weight of the dumbbell head. The weight may come in any increment and may be made from various materials such as metal, plastic, water, or substance-filled (e.g., sand). In one version, the weight is fixed within the pocket, while in another, the weight is removable, allowing users to interchange weights as needed. For the removable version, the pocket may have an open top or may be equipped with a fastener to secure it.
The invention also includes a method of use. First, a device with a body containing a pocket is provided. The body is secured to a dumbbell head by engaging the two fasteners. A first weight with a specific mass is then inserted into the pocket, and the dumbbell is used for exercise. The first weight can later be removed and replaced with a second weight of a different mass, allowing the dumbbell to be used for further exercises.
The dumbbell extension weight sleeve device offers a significant advantage by enabling users to add weight incrementally to a dumbbell. Importantly, the device is positioned in such a way that it does not interfere with gripping or using the dumbbell, thus overcoming limitations found in existing solutions.
Referring initially to the drawings,
In a second embodiment, the body 110 is made of a fabric material. However, it should be noted that the body 110 may be made from any material such as but not limited to a fabric, a mesh, a rubber, etc. In this embodiment, the body 110 attaches to/around the head 20 of a dumbbell via at least one fastener 112, but preferably a first fastener 114 and a second fastener 114. The fasteners 112,114 may be any reciprocating fastener types known in the art. This includes but is not limited to a male fastener, a female fastener, a hook fastener, a loop fastener, a buckle fastener, a clip fastener, a tie fastener, a magnet fastener, an elastic fastener, etc.
The body 110 is comprised of at least one pocket 120. At least one weight 122 is positioned within the pocket 120 to allow a user to incrementally increase the overall weight of the dumbbell head 20. The weight 122 may be any weight increment in different embodiments, such as but not limited to 1 lb, 2.5 lbs., 5 lbs., 10 lbs., etc. The weight 122 may be any style of weight such as but not limited to a metal weight, a plastic weight, a water-filled weight, a substance-filled weight (ex. a sand-filled weight), etc. In a different embodiment, the pocket 120 may be in the form of a sleeve, an opening, an embossed area, etc. or any other means that allows a weight 122 to attach to the body. The pocket 120 and/or body 110 may be comprised of at least one indicia 130 which may be in the form of an emblem, a logo, a pattern, a word, a letter, a slogan, etc.
In one embodiment, the weight 120 is fixedly attached within the pocket 120. In another embodiment, the weight 122 can be removably positioned within the pocket 120 such that weight 122 can be interchanged as needed to provide the desired weight. In a removable embodiment, the pocket 120 may be an open top pocket or may be comprised of a fastener 124 that secures the pocket closed such as but not limited to a zipper, a snap button, a hook and loop fastener, a button and opening fastener, a magnet fastener, etc., as seen in
The present invention is also comprised of a method of using 200 the device 100, as seen in
The present invention is also comprised of a method of using 3200 the device 100, as seen in
Certain terms are used throughout the following description and claims to refer to particular features or components. As one skilled in the art will appreciate, different persons may refer to the same feature or component by different names. This document does not intend to distinguish between components or features that differ in name but not structure or function. As used herein “dumbbell extension weight sleeve device” and “device” are interchangeable and refer to the dumbbell extension weight sleeve device 100 of the present invention.
Notwithstanding the forgoing, the dumbbell extension weight sleeve device 100 of the present invention and its various components can be of any suitable size and configuration as is known in the art without affecting the overall concept of the invention, provided that they accomplish the above-stated objectives. One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the size, configuration, and material of the dumbbell extension weight sleeve device 100 as shown in the FIGS. are for illustrative purposes only, and that many other sizes and shapes of the dumbbell extension weight sleeve device 100 are well within the scope of the present disclosure. Although the dimensions of the dumbbell extension weight sleeve device 100 are important design parameters for user convenience, the dumbbell extension weight sleeve device 100 may be of any size, shape, and/or configuration that ensures optimal performance during use and/or that suits the user's needs and/or preferences.
Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the present invention. While the embodiments described above refer to particular features, the scope of this invention also includes embodiments having different combinations of features and embodiments that do not include all the described features. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications, and variations as fall within the scope of the claims, together with all equivalents thereof.
What has been described above includes examples of the claimed subject matter. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivable combination of components or methodologies for purposes of describing the claimed subject matter, but one of ordinary skill in the art may recognize that many further combinations and permutations of the claimed subject matter are possible. Accordingly, the claimed subject matter is intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications, and variations that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, to the extent that the term “includes” is used in either the detailed description or the claims, such term is intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term “comprising” as “comprising” is interpreted when employed as a transitional word in a claim.
The present application claims priority to, and the benefit of, U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/619,481, which was filed on Jan. 10, 2024, and is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
| Number | Date | Country | |
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| 63619481 | Jan 2024 | US |
