Patent Application
20250229161
The present invention relates to an athletic accessory, emphasizing grip pads tailored to the requirements of weightlifting and combat sports. By combining innovative design elements, materials, and construction techniques, the present grip pad aims to revolutionize the user experience in both disciplines. The grip pad keeps a non-slip grip even during high-intensity training when there is a lot of moisture, perspiration, or even if the non-slip grip is completely wet.
In sports, weightlifters frequently encounter challenges related to grip support, resulting in discomfort, calluses, and potential injuries. Similarly, combat sport athletes face the constant risk of hand injuries due to the repetitive nature of strikes during training and competitions. Existing grip pads often fall short of addressing the unique demands of both weightlifting and combat sports, necessitating a more versatile and specialized solution.
In the dynamic realm of sports, athletes across various disciplines contend with unique challenges that can impede performance and compromise physical well-being. This is particularly evident in the domains of weightlifting and combat sports, where grip support and hand protection are pivotal for sustained athletic success.
Weightlifters, dedicated to the pursuit of strength and conditioning, frequently grapple with issues related to grip support. The act of lifting heavy weights places substantial strain on the hands, leading to discomfort, formation of calluses, and, in more severe cases, potential injuries. The inadequacy of traditional grip pads to provide a comprehensive solution has left weightlifters in search of an accessory that not only enhances grip but also prioritizes user comfort, ensuring a seamless and secure lifting experience.
In the realm of combat sports, encompassing disciplines such as boxing, MMA, and related activities, athletes face a relentless risk of hand injuries. The repetitive nature of strikes, both in training and competitive settings, exposes the hands to constant impact and potential harm. Existing hand protection solutions, including gloves and pads, often fall short of addressing the diverse and specific needs of combat sport enthusiasts. Athletes require a more nuanced and advanced accessory that not only shields the hands from injuries but also contributes to optimal performance during intense training sessions and competitions.
The prevailing grip pads in the market exhibit limitations when confronted with the multifaceted demands of weightlifting and combat sports. Many existing solutions lack the versatility required to seamlessly transition between these two distinct activities. Weightlifting focused grip pads often neglect the specialized needs of combat sports, and vice versa. This inadequacy necessitates athletes to invest in multiple accessories, leading to inconvenience and added expenses.
Recognizing the unmet needs within the athletic community, the call for a more versatile and specialized grip pad becomes apparent. An accessory that can seamlessly cater to the grip support requirements of weightlifters while simultaneously addressing the hand protection needs of combat sport enthusiasts is paramount. This prompts the exploration and development of a grip pad that provides an innovative solution designed to bridge the gap between these disparate athletic pursuits. There is a need for a nuanced and dual-purpose design to offer a comprehensive and tailored accessory that not only revolutionizes the user experience but also sets new standards in grip support and hand protection for athletes across diverse sporting disciplines.
A grip pad having a flat shape including a central section having first and second extending sections directed in opposing directions from each other. The first and second extending sections joined together to form a first strap that secures the grip pad to the user's hand. An end section which is cojoined with the central section. The end section having first and second protruding sections that extend out from the flat shape in opposite directions and in the same direction as the first and second extending sections. The first and second protruding sections joined together to form a second strap that secures the grip pad to the user's hand.
The structure, operation, and advantages of the present invention will become further apparent upon consideration of the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying figures (Figures). The figures are intended to be illustrative, not limiting.
Certain elements in some of the figures may be omitted, or illustrated not-to-scale, for illustrative clarity. The cross-sectional views may be in the form of slices, or near-sighted cross-sectional views, omitting certain background lines which would otherwise be visible in a true cross-sectional view, for illustrative clarity.
Often, similar elements may be referred to by similar numbers in various figures (Figures) of the drawing, in which case typically the last two significant digits may be the same, the most significant digit being the number of the drawing figure (Figure).
The grip pad 10 of the present invention specifically focuses on a grip pad engineered to meet the unique demands of weightlifting and combat sports. This grip pad 10 facilitates the needs and limitations observed in existing grip pads, to provide performance-enhancing and injury-preventing solutions. The grip pad 10 seamlessly integrates innovative design principles, advanced materials, and state-of-the-art construction techniques, resulting in an improved user experience within both the weightlifting and combat sports communities.
Combat sports, encompassing disciplines such as boxing, mixed martial arts (MMA), and similar activities, pose a distinct set of challenges due to repetitive strikes that can result in hand injuries over time. The grip pad 10 provides an important approach to providing a grip pad configured to cover the top of the hand, as shown in
The grip pad 10 distinguishes itself by integrating innovative design elements that cater to the specific requirements of combat sports, as shown in
The flat shape 12 also includes an end section 26 which is cojoined with the central section 14 and has two curvatures 28 and 30 are joined together to form an outer edge 32 of the end section 26. The end section 26 has first and second protruding sections 34 and 36 that extend out from the flat shape in the same direction as the first and second extending sections 16 and 18. The first and second protruding sections 34 and 36 can be joined together by means such as sewing a joint 38 as shown in
When the grip pad 10 is used for combat sports, the grip can to be crafted from a proprietary blend of high-quality, durable, and flexible materials that act to enhance comfort, longevity, and provide a user-friendly design. The surface texture of the grip is intricately designed to cover the top of the hand, as shown in
When the grip pad 10 is used as for weightlifting, the grip is crafted from a proprietary blend of high-quality, durable, and flexible materials that act to enhance comfort, longevity, and provide a user-friendly design. The surface texture of the grip is intricately designed to cover the palm of the hand, as shown in
In addition, the grip pad 10 is engineered to maintain a non-slip grip even during high-intensity training when there is a lot of moisture, sweat, or even when it is completely wet.
In conclusion, the grip pad 10 emerges as a pinnacle of innovation within the realm of athletic accessories, revolutionizing the landscape for both weightlifters and combat sport athletes. By seamlessly integrating cutting-edge features such as advanced materials, ergonomic design, and shock absorption technology, the grip pad not only enhances athletic performance but also places a paramount emphasis on user comfort and safety.
This comprehensive solution represents a significant advancement in the field of athletic grip pads. Its ability to cater to the nuanced requirements of weightlifting and combat sports sets a new standard for versatility and functionality. Athletes can now experience the benefits of a singular accessory that excels in grip enhancement, hand protection, and adaptability across a diverse spectrum of physical pursuits.
Although the invention has been shown and described with respect to a certain preferred embodiment or embodiments, certain equivalent alterations and modifications will occur to others skilled in the art upon the reading and understanding of this specification and the annexed drawings. In particular, regard to the various functions performed by the above described components (assemblies, devices, etc.), the terms (including a reference to a “means”) used to describe such components are intended to correspond, unless otherwise indicated, to any component which performs the specified function of the described component (i.e., that is functionally equivalent), even though not structurally equivalent to the disclosed structure which performs the function in the herein illustrated exemplary embodiments of the invention. In addition, while a particular feature of the invention may have been disclosed with respect to only one of several embodiments, such feature may be combined with one or more features of the other embodiments as may be desired and advantageous for any given or particular application.
This application is a continuation-in-part application of U.S. application Ser. No. 18/445,748, filed Jan. 17, 2024. This application claims the benefit of this prior application and this prior application is incorporated by reference herein as though set forth in full.
| Number | Date | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parent | 18445748 | Jan 2024 | US |
| Child | 18783175 | US |
