Both men and women wear form fitting workout apparel with Lycra fabric to give them comfortable range of movement. Apparel using neoprene fabric to accelerate water weight loss while performing low and high impact physical activities are also used by men and women to aid in weight loss. Neoprene fabric is also used in waist wraps to give lower back support to the wearer and aid in weight loss.
There are various garments that have the water weight loss and moisture wicking features but have not resolved the deficiencies. (Sawka, et al., 1998.) Sawka, et al. concluded that protective clothing usually causes a sweating rate of 1 to 2 liters per hour if the wearer is performing light intensity exercise.
Dicker, et. al. entitled “Aerobic Exercise Garment” received U.S. Pat. No. 6,231,488 on May 15, 2001 for an aerobic resistance garment designed for indoor, warm weather, or high temperature use by including elastic resistance bands and breathable base fabric such as an open mesh or net material with a partial bare midriff shown, if preferred. There are a few garments that have fabric with elasticity to provide resistance to various movements of the body in low and high impact activities such as apparel found in U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,109,546, 5,176,600, 5,186,701, 5,201,074, 5,306,222 and 5,570,472.
The present invention relates to some manufacturing techniques in the following U.S. Pat. Nos. 8,376,808 B2, 5,109,546, 5,176,600, 5,186,701, 5,201,074, 5,306,222 and 5,570,472 and 5,570,472, and to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 08/627,426 filed Apr. 4, 1996; Ser. No. 08/660,098, filed Jun. 6, 1996; Ser. No. 08/734,736, filed Oct. 21, 1996; Ser. No. 08/761,290, filed Dec. 6, 1996; Ser. No. 08/777,453, filed Dec. 3, 1996; Ser. No. 08/802,972, filed Feb. 20, 1997; Ser. No. 08/802,973, filed Feb. 20, 1997; Ser. No. 08/834,887, filed Apr. 7, 1997; Ser. No. 08/840,917, filed Apr. 25, 1997; Ser. No. 08/880,715, filed Jun. 23, 1997; Ser. No. 08/892,669, filed Jul. 14, 1997, and Ser. No. 08/986,521, filed Dec. 8, 1997, all of the information is combined herein with reference thereto. These patents and applications illustrate the general garments to which manufacturing techniques maybe applied for making garments in accordance with this invention.
There are many deficiencies found in the aforementioned garments, sauna and sweat suits such as:
There are garments that have integrated a sports bra and sauna suit to remedy the deficiencies however other deficiencies exist such as:
These deficiencies have not been remedied with a single integrated solution.
Accordingly, it has been recognized that there's a significant need for an exercise garment which resolves these deficiencies. The present invention resolves these issues.
The Active Wear Exercise Garment is form fitting apparel for both Men and Women with 5 main sections. The Top section of the garment supports the breast and chest area and is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric, and wicking or quick drying properties. The garment can be worn alone or under clothes and has multiple designs such as tops, pants, all in one suits, and the abdomen Wrap attached to the waist of the garment. The aforementioned deficiencies have been remedied by the present invention by incorporating the side panels, non-restrictive Top section, and the abdomen wrap.
The Side Panels of the garment has what no other similar garment has thus making this design and functionality unique. The side panels of the garment is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric, and wicking or quick drying properties. The side panels provide the wearer with the following benefits:
1) Ease of Ingress and Egress—putting on and taking off the garment is made easier.
2) Extends Product Quality—other garments do not include the side panels so after time, the mid-section which is initially fitted, eventually conforms to the wearers body and becomes loose and no longer form fitting. The elasticity of the side panels stretches, therefore, decreasing the chances of the mid-section from stretching out of shape and loosening. Other similar garments do not have this unique feature.
3) Flexibility—the side panels allow the wearer the flexibility for their body to reasonably decrease or increase in size without drastically loosening the fit of the garment, instead, the garment conforms to the wearer's body comfortably. With other garments there is no flexibility to lose or gain weight so the product conforms to the initial size of the wearer and isn't flexible, therefore, the garment becomes stretched out if the wearer loses or gains weight. The side panels also provides extra support and flexibility for the wearer with their range of motion during low to high impact activities.
4) Ventilation—the side panels provides additional ventilation so that the body does not overheat. The side panels extends from the under arm section to the bottom of the garment of the tops and all in one suits. For the pants the side panels extends from the waist to the bottom of the pants.
5) Moisture Management—in addition to the side panels providing ventilation, the fabric used will have wicking properties so that it wicks sweat away from the wearer's body and aids in drying the garment.
Another unique feature is the abdomen Wrap which is secured around the waste using Velcro patches. The wrap is unique in that it resolves the deficiencies of similar products. Other products have fasteners or closures that don't allow the wearer to have complete flexibility to move comfortably without having to constantly adjust the wrap around their waist. This invention resolves that deficiency by applying Velcro patches to the right and left of the wrap, and mid to lower back of the wrap and garment. The position of the Velcro patches on the garment and Wrap secures the Wrap so that it does not move and the wearer does not have to constantly adjust the Wrap during their physical activities. The issue of the Wrap loosening up during physical activities is resolved. The Wrap is positioned under the breast area and extends to the length of the top, and above the hip and thigh section of the pants and all in one designs. The length and width of the wrap will differ depending on the size and style variations. The Wrap is made of neoprene or similar fabric, which provides multiple benefits to the wearer all at once. The weight of the neoprene or similar fabric will differ depending on the variations in design. The main benefits to the wearer includes:
The Top section is not restrictive and uncomfortable like a Sports Bra but the fabric has the elasticity and density to support the breast during low and high impact activities so the wearer does not have to wear a bra.
The mid and lower section of the Top section extends from under the breast and chest area to the top to mid hip section of the wearer. The length of the Top depends on the style variations and the size. The mid and lower section of the pant and All in One suits extends from under the breast and chest area, covers the abdomen area, and ends at the bottom of the pant. The length of the pant will vary. This section of the garment is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric, which provides multiple benefits to the wearer all at once. The weight of the neoprene or similar fabric will vary depending on the variations in design. The main benefits to the wearer includes:
There are many possible variations of this product but the side panels will be the unique feature which will be in all of the designs thus making the garment unique and eliminating the deficiencies found in similar products. The different variations include pants, both long and short, and body suits. The pants versions will have various lengths which will end either at the knee, mid-calf, thigh, hip or ankle. The designs will include the side panels from the waist to the length of the pants. The water weight loss fabric, neoprene or similar fabric will be in the abdomen area both back and front. The leg, hip and thigh sections will also include the water weight loss fabric, neoprene or similar fabric, in both the back and front panels of the pant legs. Another variation is a body suit which would integrate the Top section of the garment as described above, and pants; both long and short, as described above. And a regular body suit which does not include pants but have openings for the legs and cover the breast, abdomen, and hip areas (not shown). Another variation includes different Top sections and mid-section designs, with various sleeve lengths (not shown). All Tops and variations will have the unique side panel design as aforementioned. All variations are not limited to what is listed above but will include the unique feature of the side panels. Another variation will include pockets on various garments both inside and outside (not shown). The pockets will have various shapes and sizes and made of various fabrics such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric or constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric. The pockets will hold various items such as keys, cellular phones, money, drink bottles, etc. All variations of the pockets are not limited to what is listed above.
Element 1 is a Front elevation view of the Side Panels thereof; the side panels are inserted to connect the front and back of the garment. Each Side Panel is approximately 4 to 6 inches in width. About 2 to 3 inches of each side panel is seen in the front view and, about 2 to 3 inches of each side panel is seen in the back view of the garment as in Element 4. The Side Panels are constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric
Element 2 is a Front elevation view of the Top Section which supports the breast chest area and is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric thereof;
Element 3 is a Front elevation view of the mid and lower section of the top which covers the abdomen. This section extends from under the breast and chest area to the top to mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary). This section of the garment is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 4 is a Rear elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 5 is a Side elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 6 is a Front elevation view of the Side Panels thereof; the side panels are inserted to connect the front and back of the garment. Each Side Panel is approximately 4 to 6 inches in width. About 2 to 3 inches of each side panel is seen in the front view and, about 2 to 3 inches of each side panel as seen in the back view of the garment as in Element 10. The Side Panels are constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric
Element 7 is a Front elevation view of the Top Section which supports the breast chest area and is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric thereof;
Element 8 is a Front elevation view of the Zipper thereof;
Element 9 is a Front elevation view of the mid and lower section of the top which covers the abdomen. This section extends from under the breast and chest area to the top to mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary). This section of the garment is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 10 is a Rear elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 11 is a Side elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 12 is a Front elevation view of the Side Panels on the left side thereof; the side panel is inserted to connect the front and back of the garment. The side panel is approximately 4 to 6 inches in width. About 2 to 3 inches of the left side panel as seen in the front view and, about 2 to 3 inches of the left side panel is seen in the back view of the garment as in Element 16. The Side Panel is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric
Element 13 is a Front elevation view of the Top Section which supports the breast chest area and is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric thereof;
Element 14 is a Front elevation view of the Side Zipper on the right side thereof;
Element 15 is a Front elevation vie of the mid and lower section of the top which covers the abdomen. This section extends from under the breast and chest area to the top to mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary). This section of the garment is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 16 is a Rear elevation view of the Side Panel thereof;
Element 17 is a Side elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 18 is a Side elevation view of the Side Zipper thereof;
Element 19 is a Front elevation view of the Side Panels thereof; the side panels are inserted to connect the front and back of the garment. Each Side Panel is approximately 4 to 6 inches in width. About 2 to 3 inches of each side panel is seen in the front view and, about 2 to 3 inches of each side panel as seen in the back view of the garment as in Element 23. The Side Panels are constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric
Element 20 is a Front elevation view of the Top Section which supports the breast chest area and is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric thereof;
Element 21 is a Front elevation view of the Front Zipper thereof;
Element 22 is a Front elevation view of the mid and lower section of the top which covers the abdomen. This section extends from under the breast and chest area to the top to mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary). This section of the garment is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 23 is a Rear view elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 24 is a Side elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 25 is a Front elevation view of the Side Panels thereof; the side panels are inserted to connect the front and back of the garment. Each Side Panel is approximately 4 to 6 inches in width. About 2 to 3 inches of each side panel is seen in the front view and, about 2 to 3 inches of each side panel as seen in the back view of the garment as in Element 28. The Side Panels are constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric
Element 26 is a Front elevation view of the Top Section which supports the breast chest area and is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric thereof;
Element 27 is a Front elevation view of the mid and lower section of the top which covers the abdomen. This section extends from under the breast and chest area to the top to mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary). This section of the garment is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 28 is a Rear elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 29 is a Side elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 30 is a Front elevation view of the Top with the Wrap closed and Velcro patch closure. The Wrap is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 31 is a Front elevation view of the Top under the Wrap. The Top is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric, or four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric. The Top's length extends to the mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary) thereof;
Element 32 is a Front elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right and left sides of the Wrap.
Element 33 is a Front elevation of the Top under the Wrap. The Top is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric, or four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric. The Top's length extends to the mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary) thereof;
Element 34 is a Rear elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right side, left side, and middle of the Wrap.
Element 35 is a Front elevation view of the Top with the Wrap closed and Velcro patch closure. The Wrap is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 36 is a Front view elevation of the Top under the Wrap. The Top is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric, or four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric. The Top's length extends to the mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary) thereof;
Element 37 is a Front elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right and left sides of the Wrap.
Element 38 is a Front elevation view of the Top under the Wrap. The Top is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric, or four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric. The Top's length extends to the mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary) thereof;
Element 39 is a Rear elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right side, left side, and middle of the Wrap.
Element 40 is a Front elevation view of the Top with the Wrap closed and Velcro patch closure. The Wrap is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 41 is a Front elevation view of the Top under the Wrap. The Top is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric, or four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric. The Top's length extends to the mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary) thereof;
Element 42 is a Front elevation view of sleeves thereof;
Element 43 is a Front elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right and left sides of the Wrap.
Element 44 is a Front elevation view of the Top under the Wrap. The Top is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric, or four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric. The Top's length extends to the mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary) thereof;
Element 45 is a Rear elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right side, left side, and middle of the Wrap.
Element 46 is a Front elevation view of the Top with the Wrap closed and Velcro patch closure. The Wrap is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 47 is a Front elevation view of the Top under the Wrap. The Top is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric, or four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric. The Top's length extends to the mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary) thereof;
Element 48 is a Front elevation view of sleeves thereof;
Element 49 is a Front elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right and left sides of the Wrap.
Element 50 is a Front elevation view of the Top under the Wrap. The Top is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric, or four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric. The Top's length extends to the mid hip section of the wearer (length will vary) thereof;
Element 51 is a Rear elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right side, left side, and middle of the Wrap.
Element 52 is a Front elevation view of the Side Panels thereof; the side panels are inserted to connect the front and back of the garment. Each Side Panel is approximately 4 to 8 inches in width. About 2 to 3 inches of each side panel is seen in the front view and, about 2 to 3 inches of each side panel as seen in the back view of the garment as in Element 55. The Side Panels are constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric
Element 53 is a Front elevation view of the Zipper in the middle of the Pant.
Element 54 is a Front elevation view of the front Pant panels which extends from under the breast and chest, covers the abdomen area, thighs, and legs. The length of the Pant will vary. The front Pant panels are constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 55 is a Rear elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 56 is a Side elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 57 is a Front elevation view of the Side Panels thereof; the side panels are inserted to connect the front and back of the garment. Each Side Panel is approximately 4 to 6 inches in width. About 2 to 3 inches of each side panel is seen in the front view and, about 2 to 3 inches of each side panel as seen in the back view of the garment as in Element 61. The Side Panels are constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric
Element 58 is a Front elevation view of the Pant with the Wrap closed around the waist and Velcro patch front closure. The Wrap covers the abdomen area. The Wrap is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 59 is a Front elevation view of the Zipper in the middle of the Pant under the Wrap.
Element 60 is a Front elevation view of the Pant under the Wrap. The front Pant panels extends from under the breast and chest, covers the abdomen area, thighs, and legs. The length of the Pant will vary. The front Pant panels are constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 61 is a Rear elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 62 is a Side elevation view of the Wrap thereof;
Element 83 is a Side elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 64 is a Front elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right and left sides of the Wrap thereof;
Element 65 is a Front elevation view of the Zipper in the middle of the Pant thereof;
Element 66 is a Front elevation view of the Pant under the Wrap and the front Pant panels which extends from under the breast and chest, covers the abdomen area, thighs, and legs. The length of the Pant will vary. The front Pant panels are constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 67 is a Rear elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right side, left side, and middle of the Wrap.
Element 68 is a Front elevation view of the Side Panels thereof; the side panels are inserted to connect the front and back of the garment. Each Side Panel is approximately 4 to 6 inches in width. About 2 to 3 inches of each side panel is seen in the front view and, about 2 to 3 inches of each side panel as seen in the back view of the garment as in Element 72. The Side Panels are constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric
Element 69 is a Front elevation view of the Top Section which supports the breast chest area and is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric thereof;
Element 70 is a Front elevation view of the middle Zipper from the Top section to the crotch of the pants section thereof;
Element 71 is a Front elevation view of the front Pant panels which extends from under the breast and chest, covers the abdomen area, thighs, and legs. The length of the Pant will vary. The front Pant panels are constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 72 is a Rear elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 73 is a Side elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 74 is a Front elevation view of the Side Panels thereof; the side panels are inserted to connect the front and back of the garment. Each Side Panel is approximately 4 to 6 inches in width. About 2 to 3 inches of each side panel is seen in the front view and, about 2 to 3 inches of each side panel as seen in the back view of the garment as in Element 79. The Side Panels are constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric
Element 75 is a Front elevation view of the All in One Suit with the Wrap closed around the waist and Velcro patch closure. The Wrap covers the abdomen area. The Wrap is constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 76 is a Front elevation of the Top Section which supports the breast chest area and is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric thereof;
Element 77 is a Front elevation view of the front Zipper under the Wrap from the top section to the crotch of the pants section thereof;
Element 78 is a Front elevation view of the front Pant panels which extends from under the breast and chest, covers the abdomen area, thighs, and legs. The length of the Pant will vary. The front Pant panels are constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 79 is a Rear elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 80 is a Side elevation view of the Wrap thereof;
Element 81 is a Side elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
Element 82 is a Front elevation view of the Velcro patches which keeps the Wrap closed and in place. The Velcro patches are on the right and left sides of the Wrap thereof;
Element 83 is a Front elevation view of the Top Section which supports the breast chest area and is constructed with fabric that has a plurality of densities with integrated elasticity, such as lycra, spandex, or knit fabric thereof;
Element 84 is a Front elevation view of the middle Zipper from the Top section to the crotch of the pants section thereof;
Element 85 is a Front elevation view of the front Pant panels which extends from under the breast and chest, covers the abdomen area, thighs, and legs. The length of the Pant will vary. The front Pant panels are constructed with a four way multi-functional fabric, such as neoprene or similar fabric.
Element 86 is a Rear elevation view of the Side Panels thereof;
The Active Wear Exercise Garment, has a form fitting silhouette for both Men and Women, and has 5 main sections. The garment can be worn alone or under clothes and has various designs such as tops, pants, all in one suits, and the abdomen Wrap.
Number | Date | Country | |
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Parent | 29491516 | May 2014 | US |
Child | 15672284 | US |