The disclosure relates generally to exercise equipment. More specifically, the disclosure relates to isolator arms exercise attachment and exercise system that utilizes the isolator arms to provide a user with a plurality of exercise options with minimal equipment and reduced gym or home footprint.
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further described below in the detailed description. This summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter. Other aspects and advantages of the invention will be apparent from the following detailed description of the embodiments and the accompanying drawing figures.
According to an embodiment of the current disclosure, the invention includes an isolator arms attachment for an exercise system, the isolator arms attachment comprising a first arm extending from a first end to a second end, and a second arm extending from a first end to a second end. The first arm having a first receiver assembly positioned at the first end, the first receiver assembly configured to engage with a first user engageable device; a first shaft coupled to the first arm near the second end, the first shaft configured to connect the first arm to the exercise system; and a first counterweight assembly coupled to the first arm near the second end. The second arm having a second receiver assembly positioned at the first end, the second receiver assembly configured to engage with a second user engageable device; a second shaft coupled to the second arm near the second end, the second shaft configured to connect the second arm to the exercise system; and a second counterweight assembly coupled to the second arm near the second end. The first arm and the second arm are configured to be manipulated by a user such that the first arm and the second arm provide resistance to the user.
According to another embodiment of the current disclosure, the present invention relates to an exercise system with an isolator arms attachment, comprising a support structure with a first vertical post and a second vertical post; a first carriage adjustably secured to the first vertical post, the first carriage having a first set of carriage receivers; a second carriage adjustably secured to the second vertical post, the second carriage having a second set of carriage receivers; a first arm extending from a first end to a second end; and a second arm extending from a first end to a second end. The first arm having a first receiver assembly positioned at the first end, the first receiver assembly configured to engage with a first user engageable device; a first shaft coupled to the first arm near the second end, the first shaft configured to connect the first arm to the exercise system; and a first counterweight assembly coupled to the first arm near the second end. The second arm having a second receiver assembly positioned at the first end, the second receiver assembly configured to engage with a second user engageable device; a second shaft coupled to the second arm near the second end, the second shaft configured to connect the second arm to the exercise system; and a second counterweight assembly coupled to the second arm near the second end. The first arm and the second arm are configured to be manipulated by a user such that the first arm and the second arm provide resistance to the user.
According to another embodiment of the current disclosure, the present invention relates to an isolator arm as part of an exercise system, the isolator arm comprising a first section and a second section, the second section extending away from the first section at an angle between 180 degrees and 90 degrees; a receiver assembly positioned at a first end of the isolator arm, the receiver assembly being a first hexagonal opening and a second hexagonal opening into the first section of the isolator arm; a first locking pin extending into the first receiver to lock a user engageable device therein; a second locking pin extending into the second receiver to lock the user engageable device therein; a counterweight assembly removably attached to the second section of the isolator arm, the counterweight assembly having a counterweight plate supporting a counterweight, the counterweight plate configured to couple to the second section via a counterweight locking pin; a bearing shaft positioned at the second end of the isolator arm; an adjustment plate attached to the bearing shaft; a shaft bolt integral with a shaft, the shaft bolt configured to extend through the bearing shaft such that the bearing shaft and the isolator arm can rotate around the shaft bolt; and a locking pin configured to lock the isolator arm at a position about the shaft bolt by extending through the adjustment plate. The isolator arm is configured to be manipulated by a user and provide resistance to the user.
Embodiments of the invention are described in detail below with reference to the attached drawings.
The drawings do not limit the invention to the specific embodiments disclosed and described herein. The drawings are not necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being placed upon clearly illustrating various principles of the disclosure.
In this description, references to “one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” or “embodiments” mean that the feature or features being referred to are included in at least one embodiment of the technology. Separate references to “one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” or “embodiments” in this description do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment and are also not mutually exclusive unless so stated and/or except as will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art from the description. For example, a feature, structure, act, etc. described in one embodiment may also be included in other embodiments, but is not necessarily included. Thus, the technology can include a variety of combinations and/or integrations of the embodiments described herein.
Exercise equipment is well known in the art and varies from complex machinery to simple devices, wherein a user may select various equipment based on exercises they desire to perform. It is desirable for exercise machines to be versatile and easy to operate and configure, thereby allowing for a user to perform multiple exercises with limited equipment. In addition, it is desirable for equipment to take up a small footprint in both home use and gym use, thereby reducing the need for large areas. And lastly, it is desirable for equipment to be easily stored and transported from one location to another.
The present invention provides for an isolator arms attachment with a first arm and a second arm, wherein the arms are configured to be attached to a support structure and configurable for use in multiple arrangements. Each arm is created into a lattice design, preferably out or a metal, thereby reducing the weight of the arm. In addition, each arm includes a receiver assembly for receiving a user engageable device, such as a handle or a foot plate. Each arm further comprises an adjustment mechanism, wherein an angle of the arm can be manipulated, again to allow for use in multiple arrangements. Accordingly, the arms of the present invention are easily manipulated, stored, and used in a plurality of exercises.
Each arm 102, 104 includes a first section 106, 108 and a second section 110, 112. As shown, the sections are connected at an angle 109, wherein the angle 109 is greater than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees. This connection allows for the arms 102, 104 to extend outward at a wide angle which provides for diverse uses by the user. Further, each arm 102, 104 is made up of a lattice/open weave configuration as opposed to being a solid bar/body. This design greatly reduces the overall weight of each arm, while still ensuring structural integrity and strength. Accordingly, the arms can be easily removed and stored or rearranged into various configurations.
Each arm 102, 104 extends from a first end 114, 116 to a second end 118, 120. The first ends 114, 116 support receiver assemblies, namely receivers 122, 124 with locking pins 126, 128. In at least some embodiments, the receivers 122, 124 are hexagonal shaped openings or ports that extend into the associated arm from a top surface 125. The use of dual receivers ensures that user engageable devices are securely affixed to the associated arm. In addition, the locking pins 126, 128 extend from an outer side 127 of the associated arm, which ensures the locking pins do not obstruct or otherwise hinder use of the user engageable devices. The hexagonal shape of the receivers 122, 124 aids in creating a tight lock/retention on inserted shafts of a user engageable device, preventing rotation or shifting of the user engageable device.
On the second ends 118, 120, of each of the arms 102, 104, are counterweight assemblies 130, 132 each having a counterweight 134, 136 to aid in rotation around bearing bolts 200, 202. For example, counterweight 134 is attached to counterweight plate 131 which is then coupled to the second end 118 of the first arm 102 via a spring-loaded locking pin 138. Similarly, a spring-loaded locking pin 140 secures the second counterweight assembly 132 to the second arm 104.
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Each arm 102, 104 further includes a hex shaft 154, 156 which in embodiments is coupled to and integral with the associated shaft bolt 200, 202. The hex shaft 154, 156 allows for the associated arm 102, 104 to attach to a support structure of an exercise assembly, as shown in
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Although the configurations can vary, in embodiments, weight arms 320, 322 are also coupled to the carriages 316, 318 to receive and hold weights 324, 326. In the embodiment shown in
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Many different arrangements of the various components depicted, as well as components not shown, are possible without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. Embodiments of the present disclosure have been described with the intent to be illustrative rather than restrictive. Alternative embodiments will become apparent to those skilled in the art that do not depart from its scope. A skilled artisan may develop alternative means of implementing the aforementioned improvements without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. It will be understood that certain features and subcombinations are of utility and may be employed without reference to other features and subcombinations. Not all steps listed in the various figures need be carried out in the specific order described.
This application claims the benefit of U.S. provisional application 63/436,057 filed Dec. 29, 2022, which is incorporated by reference in its entirety herein.
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