Patent Application
20240399201
The present invention relates generally to the field of weightlifting devices. More specifically, the present invention relates to a weightlifting device that allows a user to perform multiple exercises with one device. The device is comprised of a body, a base, and a bar. The body is comprised of vertical grips and horizontal grips that allow the user a place to grip during exercise. In addition, the base is comprised of a base support that provides structural integrity to the device. The base is also comprised of a hinge that allows the user to lift the body up or down to perform multiple types of exercises. Lastly, the bar is comprised of a protection pad that allows the user a location to comfortably rest the bar during exercise. Accordingly, the present disclosure makes specific reference thereto. Nonetheless, it is to be appreciated that aspects of the present invention are also equally applicable to other like applications, devices, and methods of manufacture.
Weightlifting is an important part of many health and fitness routines commonly used to build strength and muscle. It is often performed using free weights, such as barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells, as well as machines and specially designed weightlifting devices. Modern weightlifting devices have been designed to provide stability and maximize the potential of a user's workout. However, many of these devices have drawbacks, such as poor adjustability, lack of range of motion, and lack of versatility. Modern weightlifting devices can also be cumbersome, difficult to use, and can cause injury if not used correctly.
Visiting public gyms can be a hassle due to high cost of memberships, busy hours, and ineffective workout equipment. Individuals may also lack enough time after a busy workday to visit a public gym on a regular basis. Home gym systems can be large, bulky, and incredibly expensive. Furthermore, individuals may need to purchase several equipment items to obtain a desired at-home workout routine.
Therefore, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an improved weightlifting device. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a weightlifting device that is more user-friendly, safer, and easier to store and transport. Further, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a weightlifting device that is adjustable to accommodate different users and different levels of weightlifting. In addition, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a weightlifting device that is adjustable to accommodate different exercises and can be used with any type of weight.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a weightlifting device. The device is comprised of a body, a base, and a bar. The body is comprised of vertical grips and horizontal grips that allow the user a place to grip during exercise. In addition, the base is comprised of a base support that provides structural integrity to the device. The base is also comprised of a hinge that allows the user to lift the body up or down to perform multiple types of exercises. Lastly, the bar is comprised of a protection pad that allows the user a location to comfortably rest the bar during exercise.
In this manner, the weightlifting device of the present invention accomplishes all of the foregoing objectives and provides an improved means to lift weights. Further, the device allows the user to perform various types of workouts with one device. In addition, the device allows the user to reach a full range of motion on all exercises to properly train the specific muscle group they are targeting. Further, this device allows the user to efficiently train in a way the helps prevent injury.
The following presents a simplified summary in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed innovation. This summary is not an extensive overview, and it is not intended to identify key/critical elements or to delineate the scope thereof. Its sole purpose is to present some general concepts in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a weightlifting device. The device is primarily comprised of a base, a body, and a bar. In differing embodiments, the body may have the appearance of a plurality of weightlifting machines or equipment. The body may also be manufactured from a plurality of strong metals typically used for weightlifting equipment. In the preferred embodiment, the body is made from a combination of metal and wood. In addition, any surface of the body may be comprised of a plurality of indicia such as patterns, logos, emblems, etc., that may or may not be weightlifting or exercise related.
The body is comprised of at least one body arm, at least one vertical grip, and at least one horizontal grip. In the preferred embodiment, the body arm is fixedly attached to the bottom surface of the body. In this manner, the body arm will allow the body to move as one piece.
In the preferred embodiment, the vertical grip is fixedly attached to the front surface of the body as to allow the user a place to grab while performing multiple exercises. In a differing embodiment, there can be multiple vertical grips positioned in various places on the body. In differing embodiments, the vertical grip may be manufactured from a soft, foam-like material as to allow a comforting grip to the user.
In the preferred embodiment, the horizontal grip is fixedly attached to the bottom surface of the body as to allow the user a place to grab while performing multiple exercises. In a differing embodiment, there can be multiple horizontal grips positioned in various places on the underside of the body. In differing embodiments, the horizontal grip may be manufactured from a soft, foam-like material as to allow a comforting grip to the user.
In the preferred embodiment, the base is manufactured from metal and provides a structurally integral support for the device. The base is comprised of at least one base support, at least one base beam, at least one vertical support, at least one hinge, and at least one safety block. The base support is fixedly attached to the base and the vertical support.
In the preferred embodiment, the vertical support is fixedly attached to the base support. The vertical support is comprised of at least one bar support and at least one plate holder. The bar support is fixedly attached to the vertical support. In this manner the bar is able to rest on the bar support when the device is not in use. In the preferred embodiment, the plate holder is fixedly attached to the vertical support and offers the user a place to store their weight plates when not in use.
In the preferred embodiment, the base beam is fixedly attached to the ends of the base support. In this manner, the base beam provides structural integrity for the device. The hinge is fixedly attached to the base beam and the body such that the body can be moved up or down to accommodate multiple exercise motions. In the preferred embodiment, the safety block is fixedly attached to the base and provides the user the ability to place the block in an upright position to avoid being caught under the machine in the event of a failed repetition.
In the preferred embodiment, the bar is comprised of at least one protection pad and a plurality of weight plates. The protection pad is preferably manufactured from a soft, foam-like material and can be removable from the bar. In this manner, the user is provided with a soft surface on the bar to rest their neck while performing exercises.
Accordingly, the weightlifting device of the present invention is particularly advantageous as it allows the user to perform various types of workouts with one device. In addition, the device allows the user to reach a full range of motion on all exercises to properly train the specific muscle group they are targeting. Further, this device allows the user to efficiently train in a way that helps prevent injury. In this manner, the weightlifting device overcomes the limitations of existing exercise devices known in the art.
To the accomplishment of the foregoing and related ends, certain illustrative aspects of the disclosed innovation are described herein in connection with the following description and the annexed drawings. These aspects are indicative, however, of but a few of the various ways in which the principles disclosed herein can be employed and are intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Other advantages and novel features will become apparent from the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings.
The description refers to provided drawings in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts throughout the different views, and in which:
The innovation is now described with reference to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals are used to refer to like elements throughout. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding thereof. It may be evident, however, that the innovation can be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form in order to facilitate a description thereof. Various embodiments are discussed hereinafter. It should be noted that the figures are described only to facilitate the description of the embodiments. They are not intended as an exhaustive description of the invention and do not limit the scope of the invention. Additionally, an illustrated embodiment need not have all the aspects or advantages shown. Thus, in other embodiments, any of the features described herein from different embodiments may be combined.
As noted above, there is a long-felt need in the art for an improved weightlifting device. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a weightlifting device that is more user-friendly, safer, and easier to store and transport. Further, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a weightlifting device that is adjustable to accommodate different users and different levels of weightlifting. In addition, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a weightlifting device that is adjustable to accommodate different exercises and can be used with any type of weight.
The present invention, in one exemplary embodiment, is comprised of a weightlifting device that allows a user to efficiently perform many different types of exercises that target multiple muscle groups while staying safe from injury. The device is primarily comprised of a base, a body, and a bar. In differing embodiments, the body may have the appearance of a plurality of weightlifting machines or equipment. The body may also be manufactured from a plurality of strong metals typically used for weightlifting equipment. In the preferred embodiment, the body is made from a combination of metal and wood. In addition, any surface of the body may be comprised of a plurality of indicia such as patterns, logos, emblems, images, symbols, designs, letters, words, characters, animals, advertisements, brands, etc., that may or may not be weightlifting or exercise related.
The body is comprised of at least one body arm, at least one vertical grip, and at least one horizontal grip. In the preferred embodiment, the body arm is fixedly attached to the bottom surface of the body. In this manner, the body arm will allow the body to move as one piece. The body arm is preferably manufactured from metal.
In the preferred embodiment, the vertical grip is fixedly attached to the front surface of the body as to allow the user a place to grab while performing multiple exercises. In a differing embodiment, there can be multiple vertical grips positioned in various places on the body. The vertical grip is preferably manufactured from a metal. In differing embodiments, the vertical grip may be manufactured from a soft, foam-like material as to allow a comforting grip to the user.
In the preferred embodiment, the horizontal grip is fixedly attached to the bottom surface of the body to allow the user a place to grab while performing multiple exercises. In a differing embodiment, there can be multiple horizontal grips positioned in various places on the underside of the body. The horizontal grip is preferably manufactured from a metal. In differing embodiments, the horizontal grip may be manufactured from a soft, foam-like material as to allow a comforting grip to the user.
In the preferred embodiment, the base is manufactured from metal and provides a structurally integral support for the device. The base is comprised of at least one base support, at least one base beam, at least one vertical support, at least one hinge, and at least one safety block. In the preferred embodiment, the base support is manufactured from metal. The base support is fixedly attached to the base and the vertical support.
In the preferred embodiment, the vertical support is manufactured from metal and is fixedly attached to the base support. The vertical support is comprised of at least one bar support and at least one plate holder. The bar support is fixedly attached to the vertical support. In this manner the bar able to rest on the bar support when the device is not in use. The bar support is preferably made from metal. In the preferred embodiment, the plate holder is fixedly attached to the vertical support and offers the user a place to store their weight plates when not in use.
In the preferred embodiment, the base beam is fixedly attached to the ends of the base support. In this manner, the base beam provides structural integrity for the device. The hinge is fixedly attached to the base beam and the body such that the body can be moved up or down to accommodate multiple exercise motions. In the preferred embodiment, the safety block is fixedly attached to the base and provides the user the ability to place the block in an upright position to avoid being caught under the machine in the event of a failed repetition.
In the preferred embodiment, the bar is comprised of at least one protection pad and a plurality of weight plates. The protection pad is preferably manufactured from a soft, foam-like material and can be removable from the bar. In this manner, the user is provided with a soft surface on the bar to rest their neck while performing exercises.
Accordingly, the weightlifting device of the present invention is particularly advantageous as it allows the user to perform various types of workouts with one device. In addition, the device allows the user to reach a full range of motion on all exercises to properly train the specific muscle group they are targeting. Further, this device allows the user to efficiently train in a way that helps prevent injury. In this manner, the weightlifting device overcomes the limitations of existing exercise devices known in the art.
Referring initially to the drawings,
The body 110 is comprised of at least one body arm 114 and at least one vertical grip 116. In the preferred embodiment, the body arm 114 is fixedly attached to the base support 120 of the body 110. In this manner, the body arm 114 will allow the body 110 to move as one piece. The body arm 114 is preferably manufactured from a strong metal, such as, but not limited to, sheet metal, stainless steel, galvanized steel, black steel, black iron, brass, nickel alloys, carbon steel, duplex steel, copper nickel, titanium, cast iron, aluminum, etc.
In the preferred embodiment, the vertical grip 116 is fixedly attached to the front surface of the body 110 allowing a user to grab the device 100 after performing multiple exercises. In a differing embodiment, there can be multiple vertical grips 116 positioned in various places on the body 110. The vertical grip 116 is preferably manufactured from a metal such as, but not limited to, steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, black steel, etc. In differing embodiments, the vertical grip may be manufactured from a soft, foam-like material such as, but not limited to, polyurethane foam, memory foam, neoprene foam, open-cell foam, closed-cell foam, foam rubber, eva foam, silicon foam, polyethylene foam, polypropylene foam, etc.
In the preferred embodiment, the base 120 is manufactured from metal, such as steel, and provides a structurally integral support for the device 100. The base 120 is comprised of at least one base support 122, at least one base beam 124, at least one vertical support 112, and at least one hinge 126. In the preferred embodiment, the base support 122 is manufactured from a metal such as, but not limited to, steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, black steel, etc. The base support 122 is fixedly attached to the base 120 and the vertical support 112. In the preferred embodiment, the vertical support 112 is fixedly attached to the base support 122 and is manufactured from metal such as, but not limited to, steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, black steel, etc.
In the preferred embodiment, the base beam 124 is fixedly attached to the ends of the base support 122. In this manner, the base beam 124 provides structural integrity for the device 100. In the preferred embodiment, the hinge 126 is fixedly attached to the base beam 124 and the body 110 such that the body 110 can be articulated between 0 and 180 degrees to perform multiple exercise motions. In the preferred embodiment, the hinge 126 can be any hinge known in the art such as, but not limited to, an offset blind hinge, a knuckle hinge, a butt hinge, a rising butt hinge, a gravity pivot hinge, a ball bearing hinge, a barrel hinge, a concealed hinge, a knife hinge, a piano hinge, a strap hinge, a pivot hinge, a gas-piston hinge, an injection molded hinge, a locking hinge, etc.
In the preferred embodiment, the bar 130 is manufactured from a strong metal such as, but not limited to, steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, black steel, etc. The bar 130 is fixedly attached to the body arm 114 as to allow the user to move the entire body 110 during exercise. The bar 130 is comprised of at least one protection pad 134 and a plurality of weight plates 132.
In the preferred embodiment, the protection pad 134 is manufactured from a soft, foam-like material such as, but not limited to, polyurethane foam, memory foam, neoprene foam, open-cell foam, closed-cell foam, foam rubber, eva foam, silicon foam, polyethylene foam, polypropylene foam, etc. In this manner, the user is provided with a soft surface on the bar to rest their neck while performing exercises. The protection pad 134 can be removable from the bar 130 if the user does not wish to use it.
In the preferred embodiment, the weight plates 132 are manufactured from a strong durable metal such as, but not limited to, iron, steel, stainless steel, aluminum, bronze, copper, etc. The weight plates 132 are removable such that they can be placed on the bar 130 to increase the weight during exercise.
The vertical support 112 is also comprised of at least one bar support 136 and at least one plate holder 150. The bar support 136 is fixedly attached to the vertical support 112. In this manner, the bar 130 is able to rest on the bar support 136 when the device 100 is not in use. The bar support 136 is preferably made from a metal such as, but not limited to, steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, black steel, etc. In the preferred embodiment, the plate holder 150 is fixedly attached to the vertical support 112 and offers the user a place to store the weight plates 132 when not in use. The weight plates 132 are preferably manufactured from metal such as, but not limited to, steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, black steel, etc.
In the preferred embodiment, the safety block 128 is fixedly attached to the base 120 and provides the user the ability to articulate the safety block 128 in an upright position to avoid being caught under the device 100 in the event of a failed repetition. The safety block 128 is preferably manufactured from a strong, durable wood such as, but not limited to, oak, maple, birch, ash, beech, hickory, walnut, cherry, teak, mahogany, etc. In one embodiment, the device 100 may have no safety block 128.
In a further embodiment, the vertical support may be comprised of at least one perpendicular spotter arm 160. The arm 160 is preferably a 90-degree arm that acts to catch the bar 130 if a user fails at the bottom of squat rep. The arm 160 may be fixedly or removably attached to the vertical support 112 in different embodiments.
Certain terms are used throughout the following description and claims to refer to particular features or components. As one skilled in the art will appreciate, different persons may refer to the same feature or component by different names. This document does not intend to distinguish between components or features that differ in name but not structure or function. As used herein “weightlifting device” and “device” are interchangeable and refer to the weightlifting device 100 of the present invention.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the weightlifting device 100 of the present invention and its various components can be of any suitable size and configuration as is known in the art without affecting the overall concept of the invention, provided that they accomplish the above-stated objectives. One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the size, configuration, and material of the weightlifting device 100 as shown in the FIGS. are for illustrative purposes only, and that many other sizes and shapes of the weightlifting device 100 are well within the scope of the present disclosure. Although the dimensions of the weightlifting device 100 are important design parameters for user convenience, the weightlifting device 100 may be of any size, shape and/or configuration that ensures optimal performance during use and/or that suits the user's needs and/or preferences.
Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the present invention. While the embodiments described above refer to particular features, the scope of this invention also includes embodiments having different combinations of features and embodiments that do not include all of the described features. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications, and variations as fall within the scope of the claims, together with all equivalents thereof.
What has been described above includes examples of the claimed subject matter. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivable combination of components or methodologies for purposes of describing the claimed subject matter, but one of ordinary skill in the art may recognize that many further combinations and permutations of the claimed subject matter are possible. Accordingly, the claimed subject matter is intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications and variations that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, to the extent that the term “includes” is used in either the detailed description or the claims, such term is intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term “comprising” as “comprising” is interpreted when employed as a transitional word in a claim.
