WEARABLE RESISTANCE TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Abstract

The present technology discloses a wearable resistance training system designed to be worn on both the torso and a limb of a human body. The system includes a torso portion, which features a torso attachment portion and a belt, and a cuff that attaches to the limb. A resistance band connects the torso and cuff attachments, providing resistance during body movement. This wearable resistance training system enables “on-court” and “on-field” resistance training, integrating strength-building with the performance of specific activities. Its innovative design enhances the quality and efficiency of resistance training.

Description

FIELD

The present technology relates to exercise and athletic training technology, and more specifically, to wearable resistance training systems for exercise and athletic training.

INTRODUCTION

This section provides background information related to the present disclosure which is not necessarily prior art.

Individuals and athletes engaging in exercise and athletic training seek equipment and methods to improve the quality and efficiency of these activities. Exercise and athletic training are pursued in an attempt to improve performance in a particular athletic activity such as football, basketball, soccer, baseball, and boxing, for example. Exercise and athletic training can include resistance training or weightlifting to increase endurance and muscle strength. Resistance training can involve the use of weights in the form of barbells, dumbbells, weightlifting machines, and other resistance devices in exercises. These resistance training activities are different from the particular athletic activity that the individual is targeting for improved performance.

These exercises and the associated devices and equipment are typically used “off field” or “off court” and do not lend themselves to be used while participating in the particular athletic activity. Since the exercises and the associated devices and equipment are not typically used while participating in the particular athletic activity, they may not include the same body motions as those involved with actual participation in the particular athletic activity and thus may not provide the strengthening of the desired muscles. Differences between the body motions when exercising and when engaging in the particular athletic activity may reduce the desired quality and efficiency of training for the particular athletic activity.

Accordingly, there is a need for a wearable resistance training systems and method that provides resistance training that is “on court” or “on field” such that the resistance training is integrated with the performance of the particular activity to facilitate maximizing the quality and efficiency of the resistance training.

SUMMARY

In concordance with the instant disclosure, a wearable resistance training system and method that provides resistance training that is “on court” or “on field”, has surprisingly been discovered.

The present technology includes articles of manufacture, systems, and processes that relate to a wearable resistance training systems.

In one embodiment, a wearable resistance training system can be configured to be worn on a torso and a limb of a human body. The wearable resistance training system can include a torso portion, a cuff, and a resistance band. The torso portion can include a torso attachment portion and a belt. The belt can be configured to secure the torso portion to the human body to prevent the torso portion from shifting or falling off of the human body. The belt can include an adjustment portion designed to allow for a universal fit, accommodating a range of body sizes and ensuring comfort and stability during use.

The cuff can be configured to be attached to the limb of the human body and can include a cuff attachment portion. The resistance band can include a first end and a second end configured to be connected to one of the torso attachment portion and the cuff attachment portion. The resistance band can provide a resistance to a movement of the human body.

In certain embodiments, a method for resistance training a torso and a limb of a human body can include providing a wearable resistance training system configured to be worn on the torso and the limb of the human body, attaching the torso portion to the torso of the human body, attaching the cuff to the limb of the human body, and coupling the cuff to the torso attachment portion using the resistance band to provide resistance to the movement of the limb of the human body.

In a further embodiment, the method for resistance training can include attaching another cuff to another limb of the human body, coupling another cuff to another torso attachment portion using another resistance band, and moving the human body over a range of movements associated with a sport. The range of movement associated with the sport can include jogging, sprinting, punching, catching, throwing, and kicking.

In certain embodiments, a kit for a wearable resistance training system configured to be worn on a torso and limbs of a human body can include a torso portion, a plurality of cuffs, and a plurality of resistance bands. The torso portion can be configured to be worn on the torso of the human body and can include a plurality of torso attachment portions and a belt. The belt can be configured to secure the torso portion to the human body to prevent the torso portion from shifting or falling off of the human body. The belt can include an adjustment portion designed to allow for a universal fit, accommodating a range of body sizes and ensuring comfort and stability during use.

Each cuff of the plurality of cuffs can be configured to be attached to one of the limbs of the human body. Each cuff of the plurality of cuffs can include a cuff attachment portion. Each resistance band of the plurality of resistance bands can include a first end and a second end configured to be connected to one of the torso attachment portions and one of the cuff attachment portions. Each resistance band of the plurality of resistance bands can be configured to provide a resistance to a movement of the limbs of the human body when attached to the respective cuff.

Further areas of applicability will become apparent from the description provided herein. The description and specific examples in this summary are intended for purposes of illustration only and are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure.

DRAWINGS

The drawings described herein are for illustrative purposes only of selected embodiments and not all possible implementations, and are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a wearable resistance training system on a human body, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 2 is a rear view of the wearable resistance training system on a human body, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 is a front view of a wearable resistance training system on a human body, according to another embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 4 is a rear view of a wearable resistance training system on a human body, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 3;

FIG. 5 is a front perspective view of a torso portion of the wearable resistance training system, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 5A is a side elevational view of the torso portion of the wearable resistance training system, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 6 is a rear perspective view of the torso portion of the wearable resistance training system, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 2;

FIG. 7 is a top plan view of a cuff of the wearable resistance training system, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a cuff of the wearable resistance training system on a limb of the human body, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 9 is a top plan view of a cuff of the wearable resistance training system, according to another embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 10 is a top plan view of a cuff of the wearable resistance training system, according to another embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 11 is a perspective view of the cuff of the wearable resistance training system attached to an article of footwear, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 10;

FIG. 12 is a side perspective view of the cuff of the wearable resistance training system, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 10;

FIG. 13 is a top perspective view of the cuff of the wearable resistance training system attached to an article of footwear, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 10;

FIG. 14 is a perspective view of a cuff of the wearable resistance training system attached to a limb of a human body, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 3;

FIG. 15 is a perspective view of a resistance band of the wearable resistance training system, according to an embodiment shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 16 is a flow chart illustrating a method for resistance training a torso and a limb of the human body, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

FIG. 17 is a flow chart continuing from FIG. 16 and further illustrating a method for resistance training a torso and limbs of the human body, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The following description of technology is merely exemplary in nature of the subject matter, manufacture and use of one or more inventions, and is not intended to limit the scope, application, or uses of any specific invention claimed in this application or in such other applications as may be filed claiming priority to this application, or patents issuing therefrom. Regarding methods disclosed, the order of the steps presented is exemplary in nature, and thus, the order of the steps can be different in various embodiments, including where certain steps can be simultaneously performed, unless expressly stated otherwise. “A” and “an” as used herein indicate “at least one” of the item is present; a plurality of such items may be present, when possible. Except where otherwise expressly indicated, all numerical quantities in this description are to be understood as modified by the word “about” and all geometric and spatial descriptors are to be understood as modified by the word “substantially” in describing the broadest scope of the technology. “About” when applied to numerical values indicates that the calculation or the measurement allows some slight imprecision in the value (with some approach to exactness in the value; approximately or reasonably close to the value; nearly). If, for some reason, the imprecision provided by “about” and/or “substantially” is not otherwise understood in the art with this ordinary meaning, then “about” and/or “substantially” as used herein indicates at least variations that may arise from ordinary methods of measuring or using such parameters.

Although the open-ended term “comprising,” as a synonym of non-restrictive terms such as including, containing, or having, is used herein to describe and claim embodiments of the present technology, embodiments may alternatively be described using more limiting terms such as “consisting of” or “consisting essentially of.” Thus, for any given embodiment reciting materials, components, or process steps, the present technology also specifically includes embodiments consisting of, or consisting essentially of, such materials, components, or process steps excluding additional materials, components or processes (for consisting of) and excluding additional materials, components or processes affecting the significant properties of the embodiment (for consisting essentially of), even though such additional materials, components or processes are not explicitly recited in this application. For example, recitation of a composition or process reciting elements A, B and C specifically envisions embodiments consisting of, and consisting essentially of, A, B and C, excluding an element D that may be recited in the art, even though element D is not explicitly described as being excluded herein.

As referred to herein, disclosures of ranges are, unless specified otherwise, inclusive of endpoints and include all distinct values and further divided ranges within the entire range. Thus, for example, a range of “from A to B” or “from about A to about B” is inclusive of A and of B. Disclosure of values and ranges of values for specific parameters (such as amounts, weight percentages, etc.) are not exclusive of other values and ranges of values useful herein. It is envisioned that two or more specific exemplified values for a given parameter may define endpoints for a range of values that may be claimed for the parameter. For example, if Parameter X is exemplified herein to have value A and also exemplified to have value Z, it is envisioned that Parameter X may have a range of values from about A to about Z. Similarly, it is envisioned that disclosure of two or more ranges of values for a parameter (whether such ranges are nested, overlapping or distinct) subsume all possible combination of ranges for the value that might be claimed using endpoints of the disclosed ranges. For example, if Parameter X is exemplified herein to have values in the range of 1-10, or 2-9, or 3-8, it is also envisioned that Parameter X may have other ranges of values including 1-9, 1-8, 1-3, 1-2, 2-10, 2-8, 2-3, 3-10, 3-9, and so on.

When an element or layer is referred to as being “on,” “engaged to,” “connected to,” or “coupled to” another element or layer, it may be directly on, engaged, connected or coupled to the other element or layer, or intervening elements or layers may be present. In contrast, when an element is referred to as being “directly on,” “directly engaged to,” “directly connected to” or “directly coupled to” another element or layer, there may be no intervening elements or layers present. Other words used to describe the relationship between elements should be interpreted in a like fashion (e.g., “between” versus “directly between,” “adjacent” versus “directly adjacent,” etc.). As used herein, the term “and/or” includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

Although the terms first, second, third, etc. may be used herein to describe various elements, components, regions, layers and/or sections, these elements, components, regions, layers and/or sections should not be limited by these terms. These terms may be only used to distinguish one element, component, region, layer or section from another region, layer or section. Terms such as “first,” “second,” and other numerical terms when used herein do not imply a sequence or order unless clearly indicated by the context. Thus, a first element, component, region, layer or section discussed below could be termed a second element, component, region, layer or section without departing from the teachings of the example embodiments.

Spatially relative terms, such as “inner,” “outer,” “beneath,” “below,” “lower,” “above,” “upper,” and the like, may be used herein for ease of description to describe one element or feature's relationship to another element(s) or feature(s) as illustrated in the figures. Spatially relative terms may be intended to encompass different orientations of the device in use or operation in addition to the orientation depicted in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures is turned over, elements described as “below” or “beneath” other elements or features would then be oriented “above” the other elements or features. Thus, the example term “below” can encompass both an orientation of above and below. The device may be otherwise oriented (rotated 90 degrees or at other orientations) and the spatially relative descriptors used herein interpreted accordingly.

The present disclosure relates to a wearable resistance training system and a method for resistance training a torso and a limb of a human body, as illustrated generally in FIGS. 1-15. Advantageously, the wearable resistance training system and method can provide resistance training that is “on court” or “on field” such that the resistance training is integrated with the performance of the particular activity or sport to facilitate maximizing the quality and efficiency of the resistance training.

The wearable resistance training system can include a torso portion, a cuff, and a resistance band. The torso portion can be configured to be worn on the torso of the human body and the cuff can be configured to be worn on a limb of the human body. In certain embodiments, the torso portion can be a vest. The torso portion can include a torso attachment portion, a belt, a front portion, a back portion, and an adjustable strap. The cuff can be coupled to the torso portion with the resistance band to provide a resistance to a movement of the limb and/or the torso of the human body. It should be understood that the wearable resistance training system can be configured to be used for an animal or a robotic device.

It should be understood that the torso portion can be made from any fabric suitable for athletic activities. This can include durable, water-resistant materials designed to withstand moisture and sweat, while also being soft and comfortable against the skin. Materials such as moisture-wicking polyester blends, breathable nylon, or other high-performance fabrics can be used to provide durability, comfort, and flexibility, ensuring that the torso portion remains comfortable and resilient during various physical activities.

The torso portion can further include an inner surface. The inner surface can include padding or materials designed to increase friction and prevent slippage during use. These friction-enhancing elements, such as silicone pads, textured rubber pads, or anti-slip fabric linings, can help facilitate keeping the torso portion securely in place on the human body. This design minimizes movement and shifting, providing added stability and ensuring the torso portion remains positioned as intended, even during intense physical activities. The padding can also contribute to comfort by reducing pressure points and evenly distributing any applied forces across the torso area.

The torso attachment portion can be disposed on the front portion of the torso portion. In certain embodiments, the front portion of the torso portion can include a plurality of torso attachment portions. The plurality of torso attachment portions can be disposed in a substantially vertical alignment along an outer edge of the torso portion, extending from a shoulder region downward to a waist region or beyond. As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, the torso attachment portions can be disposed on any suitable area of the torso portion.

The torso attachment portions can be disposed on a strap or plurality of straps made from a tougher, more durable material that is less prone to tearing. This material can be selected for its high tensile strength and resistance to wear, ensuring the torso attachment portions remain secure during repeated use and under various tension levels. By using a more robust material for the strap, the torso attachment portions can maintain their integrity and withstand the rigors of prolonged use, providing enhanced stability and durability in comparison to more elastic or flexible materials that can be used for the torso portion.

The torso attachment portion allows the resistance band to couple the cuff to the front portion of the torso portion. It should be understood that the torso attachment portion can be an eyelet, a grommet, a loop, a ring, a D-ring, an O-ring, or any other suitable connecting element.

The belt can be configured to secure the torso portion to the human body. Furthermore, the belt can mitigate against the torso portion from shifting or falling off the torso of the human body. The belt can include an adjustment portion configured to allow for a universal fit, accommodating a range of body sizes and facilitating comfort for the user and stability of the torso portion during use. As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, any suitable type of adjustment portion can be used. As non-limiting examples, the adjustment portion can include hook and loop fastener material, a buckle, a squeeze buckle, a snap buckle, a snap, a button, and combinations thereof.

The adjustable strap of the torso portion can be configured to couple the front portion and the back portion of the torso portion and selectively adjust a distance between the front portion and the back portion of the torso portion. Similar to the adjustment portion of the belt, the adjustable strap can be configured to allow for a universal fit. As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, any suitable type of adjustable strap can be used. As non-limiting examples, the adjustable strap can include hook and loop fastener material, a buckle, a squeeze buckle, a snap buckle, a snap, a button, and combinations thereof.

In certain embodiments, the back portion of the torso portion can include the torso attachment portion. In certain embodiments, the back portion of the torso portion can include a plurality of torso attachment portions. The plurality of torso attachment portions can be disposed centrally along a back of the human body, adjacent to the waist region. The torso attachment portion can allow the resistance band to couple the cuff to the back portion of the torso portion to provide resistance to movement of the limb of the human body. As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, the torso attachment portions can be disposed on any suitable area of the back portion. Similar to the torso attachment portions of the front portion, the torso attachment portions of the back portion can be disposed on a strap or a plurality of straps made from a tougher, more durable material that is less prone to tearing. By using a more robust material for the strap, the torso attachment portions of the back portion can maintain their integrity and withstand the rigors of prolonged use, providing enhanced stability and durability in comparison to more clastic or flexible materials used for the torso portion.

The cuff can be configured to be attached to a limb of the human body, including a wrist, a forearm, an upper arm, an ankle, a calf, a thigh or an article of footwear such as a shoe, for example. It should also be understood that the cuff can be integrated with a glove, a shoe, a sock or other article worn by the user. The cuff can include an adjustable portion, which can be implemented with hook and loop fastener material, a buckle, a squeeze buckle, a snap buckle, a snap, a button, and combinations thereof, for example. However, as will be understood by someone of ordinary skill in the art, the adjustable portion can be any appropriately suitable adjustable mechanism. The cuff can further include a cuff attachment portion configured to allow the resistance band to couple the cuff to one or more torso attachment portions disposed on the front portion or the back portion of the torso portion.

In some embodiments, the cuff can further include a strap configured to secure the cuff to the limb of the human body. In particular, the strap can be configured to secure the cuff to the wrist of the human body. This strap can extend or wrap around and lie across the webbing between the thumb and index finger. The strap can further include an adjustable portion. This adjustable portion can be configured to allow for a universal fit, accommodating a range of sizes and ensuring comfort and stability during use. As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, any suitable type of adjustable mechanism can be used for the adjustable portion. Non-limiting examples of an adjustment mechanism can include hook and loop fastener material, a buckle, a squeeze buckle, a snap buckle, a snap, a button, and combinations thereof.

The strap can secure the cuff to the limb of the human body by preventing the cuff from sliding along the limb during operation of the wearable resistance training system. In a similar fashion, the strap can alternatively be configured to secure the cuff to the ankle of the human body, where it can extend or wrap around the underside of a foot or article of footwear. It should be understood that the strap can be configured to secure the cuff to other parts of the body such as a calf, thigh, forearm, or upper arm, for example.

The resistance band can include a first end and a second end. The first end and the second end can be configured to be connected to the torso attachment portion and the cuff attachment portion to provide resistance to the movement of the human body. To connect to the torso attachment portion or the cuff attachment portion, the first end and the second end can each include a coupler. The coupler can be a hook, a hook and loop fastener, a carabiner, a snap, a button, and combinations thereof. In the illustrated embodiment, a carabiner is shown as the coupler to facilitate the connecting and disconnecting of the resistance band from the torso attachment portion and/or cuff attachment portion. The resistance band can be provided in several different sizes, lengths, and tensions. The different sizes, lengths, and tensions can allow human bodies of various sizes and strengths to achieve a desired resistance.

In certain embodiments, a method for resistance training a torso and a limb of the human body can include the steps of providing a wearable resistance training system configured to be worn on the torso and the limb of the human body. A torso portion of the wearable resistance training system can be attached to the torso of the human body. Next, a cuff can be attached to the limb of the human body. Then, the cuff can be coupled to a torso attachment portion using a resistance band. The resistance band can provide resistance to a movement of the limb of the human body.

In certain embodiments, the method can further include the steps of attaching another cuff to another limb of the human body. Then, the another cuff can be coupled to another torso attachment portion using another resistance band. The another resistance band can provide resistance to a movement of the another limb of the human body. Finally, the human body can be moved over a range of movements associated with a sport or exercise. The range of movements associated with the sport can include jogging, sprinting, punching, catching, throwing, kicking, and stretching. It should be understood that the method can also include a plurality of cuffs and resistance bands to provide resistance to a movement of one or more limbs.

In certain embodiments, a kit for a wearable resistance training system can include a torso portion configured to be worn on the torso of the human body. The torso portion can include a plurality of torso attachment portions and a belt. The belt can be configured to secure the torso portion to the human body and can include an adjustment portion. The wearable resistance training system can further include a plurality of cuffs. Each cuff of the plurality of cuffs can be configured to be attached to one of the limbs of the human body. Additionally, each cuff of the plurality of cuffs can include a cuff attachment portion. The kit for a wearable resistance training system can further include a plurality of resistance bands. Each resistance band of the plurality of resistance bands can include a first end and a second end. Furthermore, each resistance band of the plurality of resistance bands can be configured to be connected to one of the torso attachment portions and one of the cuff attachment portions. Each resistance band of the plurality of resistance bands can be configured to provide a resistance to a movement of the limbs of the human body when attached to the respective cuff.

EXAMPLES

An example embodiment of the present technology is provided with reference to the several FIGS. enclosed herewith. More specifically, the present technology relates to a wearable resistance training system 100 and a method 200 for resistance training a torso and limbs of a human body, as illustrated generally in FIGS. 1-17.

With reference to FIGS. 1-15, the wearable resistance training system can include a torso portion 102, a plurality of cuffs 104, and a plurality of resistance bands 106.

With reference to FIGS. 1-4, the torso portion 102 can be configured to be worn on the torso of the human body. In certain embodiments, the torso portion 102 can be a vest. As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, any suitable type of torso portion can be used. The torso portion 102 can include a plurality of torso attachment portions 108, a belt 110, a front portion 112, a back portion 114, and a plurality of adjustable straps 116. Each cuff 104 of the plurality of cuffs can be attached to the torso portion 102 by the one of the resistance bands 106 of the plurality of resistance bands to provide a resistance to a movement of the limbs of the human body. It should be understood that more than one of the resistance bands 106 can be used to attach one of the cuffs 104 to one of the torso attachment portions 108.

With reference to FIG. 5, the torso attachment portions 108 can be disposed on the front portion 112 of the torso portion 102 in a substantially vertical alignment along an outer edge of the torso portion, extending from a shoulder region downward to a waist region and beyond. As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, the torso attachment portions 108 can be disposed on any suitable area of the torso portion 102.

The torso attachment portions 108 can be disposed on a strap or plurality of straps made from a tougher, more durable material that is less prone to tearing. This material can be selected for its high tensile strength and resistance to wear, ensuring the torso attachment portions remain secure during repeated use and under various tension levels. By using a more robust material for the strap, the torso attachment portions 108 can maintain their integrity and withstand the rigors of prolonged use, providing enhanced stability and durability in comparison to more elastic or flexible materials that can be used for the torso portion 102.

The torso attachment portions 108 allow the cuffs 104 to be coupled to the torso attachment portions 108. The torso attachment portions 108 can each include an eyelet, a grommet, a loop, a ring, a D-ring, and an O-ring, or any other suitable connecting element.

The belt 110 can be configured to secure the torso portion 102 to the human body. The belt 110 can be configured to militate against the torso portion 102 shifting or falling off the torso of the human body. The belt 110 can include an adjustment portion 118 configured to allow for a universal fit, accommodating a range of body sizes and ensuring comfort and stability during use. As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, any suitable type of adjustment portion can be used. As non-limiting examples, the adjustment portion 118 can include hook and loop fastener material, a buckle, a squeeze buckle, a snap buckle, a snap, a button, and combinations thereof.

With reference to FIGS. 1-6, each adjustable strap 116 of the plurality of adjustable straps of the torso portion 102 can be configured to adjust a distance between the front portion 112 and the back portion 114. Similar to the adjustment portion 118 of the belt 110, each adjustable strap 116 can be configured to allow for a universal fit of the torso portion 102. As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, any suitable type of adjustable strap can be used. As non-limiting examples, can include hook and loop fastener material, a buckle, a squeeze buckle, a snap buckle, a snap, a button, and combinations thereof.

In certain embodiments and with reference to FIG. 6, the back portion 114 of the torso portion 102 can include the torso attachment portion 108. In the illustrated embodiment, the torso attachment portion 108 can be disposed centrally with respect to the back portion 114 and placing it in substantial alignment with a spine of a user, adjacent to the waist region. Furthermore, the torso attachment portion 108 can be disposed on an end of a strap and be positioned below a bottom end of the back portion 114. In certain embodiments, the torso attachment portion 108 can constitute a plurality of torso attachment portions. The torso attachment portion 108 can allow the resistance band 106 to couple the cuffs 104 to the torso portion 102 to provide resistance to movement of the limbs of the human body.

As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, the torso attachment portions 108 can be disposed on any suitable area of the back portion 114. Similar to the torso attachment portions 108 of the front portion 112, the torso attachment portions 108 of the back portion 114 can be disposed on a strap or a plurality of straps made from a tougher, more durable material that is less prone to tearing. By using a more robust material for the strap, the torso attachment portions 108 of the back portion 114 can maintain their integrity and withstand the rigors of prolonged use, providing enhanced stability and durability in comparison to more elastic or flexible materials used for the torso portion 102.

With reference to FIGS. 1-4 and 7-14, each of the cuffs 104 can be configured to be attached to the limbs of the human body, including one or more wrists, one or more forearms, one or more ankles, one or more calves, one or more thighs, or one or more articles of footwear such as a pair of shoes. Each of the cuffs 104 can include an adjustable portion 122, which can be implemented with hook and loop fastener material, a buckle, a squeeze buckle, a snap buckle, a snap, a button, and combinations thereof. However, and as will be understood by someone of ordinary skill in the art, each adjustable portion 122 can be any appropriately suitable adjustable mechanism. Each of the cuffs 104 can further include a cuff attachment portion 124 configured to allow the resistance bands 106 to couple the cuffs 104 to one or more torso attachment portions 108 disposed on the front portion 112 or the back portion 114 of the torso portion 102.

In some embodiments, and with particular reference to FIGS. 7-9 and 14, each of the cuffs 104 can further include a strap 126 configured to secure each of the cuffs 104 to the limbs of the human body. In particular, the strap 126 can be configured to secure one of the cuffs 104 to one of the wrists of the human body. This strap 126 can extend or wrap around and lie across the webbing between the thumb and index finger, for example. The strap 126 can further include an adjustable portion (not shown) which can be configured to allow for a universal fit, accommodating a range of limb sizes and ensuring comfort and stability during use. As would be apparent to someone of ordinary skill in the art, any suitable type of adjustable mechanism can be used for the adjustable portion (not shown) of the strap 126. Non-limiting examples can include hook and loop fastener material, a buckle, a squeeze buckle, a snap buckle, a snap, a button, and combinations thereof.

The straps 126 facilitate securing each of the cuffs 104 to the limbs of the human body by preventing each of the cuffs 104 from sliding along the limbs during operation of the wearable resistance training system 100. In a similar fashion, the straps 126 can alternatively be configured to secure each of the cuffs 104 to the ankles of the human body, where they can extend or wrap around the underside of each foot or each article of footwear. It should be understood that the strap can be configured to secure the cuff to other parts of the body such as a calf, thigh, forearm, or upper arm, for example.

With reference to FIG. 15, each resistance band 106 of the plurality of resistance bands can include a first end 130 and a second end 132. Each of the first end 130 and the second end 132 can be configured to be connected to one of the torso attachment portions 108, located on the front portion 112 and the back portion 114, and one of the cuff attachment portions 124 to provide resistance to the movement of the limbs of the human body. To connect to the torso attachment portions 108 or the cuff attachment portions 124, each of the first ends 130 and the second ends 132 can include a coupler 134. The coupler 134 can be configured to releasably connect to the torso attachment portions 108, the back attachment portion 120, and the cuff attachment portions 124. It should be understood that the coupler 134 can be a hook, a hook and loop fastener, a carabiner, or other suitable connector. In the illustrated embodiment, the coupler 134 is a carabiner which provides for ease of connecting and disconnecting the resistance bands 106 from the torso attachment portions 108, the back attachment portion 120, and the cuff attachment portions 124.

It should be understood that the resistance bands 106 can be made out of various elastic materials, including elastic fabric, natural latex, synthetic latex, or silicone. The choice of material can influence both the durability and elasticity of the bands, providing options tailored to specific user needs. For example, natural latex may offer higher elasticity and smoother resistance transitions, while synthetic latex can be formulated to enhance durability and resistance to environmental factors such as UV light.

The resistance bands 106 can be provided in different sizes, lengths, and tensions, enabling users with a wide range of body sizes and strength levels to achieve a desired resistance. Each band can be configured to provide a specific resistance level—such as 5 lbs., 10 lbs., 15 lbs., or more—allowing users to select the most suitable option for their strength or training goals. By varying the thickness, length, and material composition, each band can be calibrated to offer a precise resistance range, ensuring accurate and consistent force levels throughout usage.

With reference to FIGS. 16-17, a method 200 for resistance training a torso and limbs of the human body can include a step 202 of providing a wearable resistance training system 100 configured to be worn on the torso and the limbs of the human body. In a step 204, a torso portion 102 of the wearable resistance training system 100 can be attached to the torso of the human body. In a step 206, a cuff of the plurality of cuffs 104 can be attached to one of the limbs of the human body. In a step 208, the cuff 104 can be coupled to one of a torso attachment portions 108 using one resistance band 106 of a plurality of resistance bands.

In a step 210, another cuff 104 of the plurality of cuffs can be provided. In a step 212, another cuff 104 can be attached to another limb of the human body. In a step 214, the another cuff 104 can be coupled to another torso attachment portion 108 using the another resistance band 106. The resistance bands 106 can provide resistance to a movement of the limbs of the human body. In a step 216, the human body can be moved over a range of movements associated with a sport or exercise. The range of movements associated with the sport can include jogging, sprinting, punching, catching, throwing, kicking, and stretching.

Example embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough, and will fully convey the scope to those who are skilled in the art. Numerous specific details are set forth such as examples of specific components, devices, and methods, to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that specific details need not be employed, that example embodiments may be embodied in many different forms, and that neither should be construed to limit the scope of the disclosure. In some example embodiments, well-known processes, well-known device structures, and well-known technologies are not described in detail. Equivalent changes, modifications and variations of some embodiments, materials, compositions and methods can be made within the scope of the present technology, with substantially similar results.

Claims

1. A wearable resistance training system configured to be worn on a torso and a limb of a human body, comprising: a torso portion configured to be worn on the torso of the human body, the torso portion including: a torso attachment portion, anda belt configured to secure the torso portion to the human body, the belt including an adjustment portion;a cuff configured to be attached to the limb of the human body, the cuff including a cuff attachment portion; anda resistance band including a first end and a second end, each of the first end and the second end configured to be connected to one of the torso attachment portion and the cuff attachment portion to provide a resistance to a movement of the human body.

2. The wearable resistance training system of claim 1, wherein the torso attachment portion includes a member selected from the group consisting of an eyelet, a grommet, a loop, a ring, a D-ring, and an O-ring.

3. The wearable resistance training system of claim 1, wherein the torso portion includes a plurality of torso attachment portions.

4. The wearable resistance training system of claim 3, wherein the plurality of torso attachment portions is vertically oriented.

5. The wearable resistance training system of claim 1, wherein the torso portion further includes a front portion, a back portion, and an adjustable strap configured to adjust a distance between the front portion and the back portion.

6. The wearable resistance training system of claim 5, wherein the back portion includes a torso attachment portion.

7. The wearable resistance training system of claim 6, wherein the torso attachment portion is disposed centrally on the back portion.

8. The wearable resistance training system of claim 1, wherein the torso portion comprises a vest.

9. The wearable resistance training system of claim 1, wherein the cuff is configured to attach to an article of footwear.

10. The wearable resistance training system of claim 1, wherein the cuff further includes an adjustable portion.

11. The wearable resistance training system of claim 1, wherein the cuff further includes a strap configured to secure the cuff to the limb of the human body.

12. The wearable resistance training system of claim 11, wherein the strap includes an adjustable portion.

13. The wearable resistance training system of claim 11, wherein the strap is configured to extend around a thumb of the human body.

14. The wearable resistance training system of claim 11, wherein the strap is configured to extend around an article of footwear.

15. The wearable resistance training system of claim 1, wherein the first end and the second end of the resistance band each includes a member selected from a group consisting of a hook, a hook and loop fastener, and a carabiner.

16. The wearable resistance training system of claim 1, wherein: the torso portion includes: a front portion, a back portion, and an adjustable strap configured to adjust a distance between the front portion and the back portion;the torso attachment portion includes: a member selected from the group consisting of an eyelet, a grommet, a loop, a ring, a D-ring, and an O-ring;the cuff includes: a strap, the strap includes an adjustable portion and is configured to secure the cuff to the limb of the human body; andthe first end and the second end of the resistance band each includes: a member selected from a group consisting of a hook, a hook and loop fastener, and a carabiner.

17. A method for resistance training a torso and a limb of a human body, the method comprising: providing a wearable resistance training system configured to be worn on the torso and the limb of the human body, wherein the wearable resistance training system includes: a torso portion configured to be worn on the torso of the human body, the torso portion including: a torso attachment portion, anda belt, the belt including an adjustment portion;a cuff configured to be attached to the limb of the human body, the cuff including a cuff attachment portion;a resistance band including a first end and a second end each of the first end and the second end configured to be connected to one of the torso attachment portion and the cuff attachment portion to provide a resistance to a movement of the human body;attaching the torso portion to the torso of the human body;attaching the cuff to the limb of the human body; andcoupling the cuff to the torso attachment portion using the resistance band to provide resistance to the movement of the limb of the human body.

18. The method of claim 17, wherein: the cuff is comprised by a plurality of cuffs;the resistance band is comprised by a plurality of resistance bands;the torso attachment portion is comprised by a plurality of torso attachment portions; andthe method further comprises: attaching another cuff to another limb of the human body;coupling another cuff to another torso attachment portion using another resistance band to provide resistance to the movement of the another limb of the human body; andmoving the human body over a range of movements associated with a sport.

19. The method of claim 18, wherein the range of movements associated with the sport includes jogging, sprinting, punching, catching, throwing, kicking, and stretching.

20. A kit for a wearable resistance training system configured to be worn on a torso and limbs of a human body, the kit comprising: a torso portion configured to be worn on the torso of the human body, the torso portion including: a plurality of torso attachment portions, anda belt configured to secure the torso portion to the human body, the belt including an adjustment portion;a plurality of cuffs, each cuff configured to be attached to one of the limbs of the human body, each cuff including a cuff attachment portion; anda plurality of resistance bands, each resistance band including a first end and a second end configured to be connected to one of the torso attachment portions and one of the cuff attachment portions, each resistance band configured to provide a resistance to a movement of the limb of the human body when attached to the respective cuff.