Wearable Exercise Device With Adjustable Resistance

Abstract

A wearable exercise device with adjustable resistance adjustment controls includes a strap having a first fastener on a first end and a second mating fastener on a second end, wherein the strap is configured to removably secure around a user's waist. A housing connected to the strap, which includes a pair of internal spools each operably connected to a spring-loaded resistance mechanism. A cable is affixed at one end to each internal spool. The cables extend outwardly from opposing sides of the housing through a pair of cable openings. A handle is connected to an opposing end of each cable. A pair of resistance adjustment controls disposed on the housing are operably connected to each spring-loaded resistance mechanism. The user can wear the waist strap and grasp the handles to perform arm exercises. The resistance adjustment controls allow the user to independently adjust the resistance of each cable.

Claims

1. A wearable exercise device, comprising: a strap having a first fastener on a first end and a second mating fastener on a second end, wherein the strap is configured to removably secure around a user's waist; a housing connected to the strap, the housing comprising a pair of internal spools each operably connected to a spring-loaded resistance mechanism; a cable affixed at one end to each internal spool and extending outwardly from opposing sides of the housing through a pair of cable openings; a handle connected to an opposing end of each cable; and a pair of resistance adjustment controls disposed on the housing, each resistance adjustment control being operably connected, and configured to adjust the resistance of, each spring-loaded resistance mechanism.

2. The wearable exercise device of claim 1, wherein strap is configured to be adjustable in length.

3. The wearable exercise device of claim 1, wherein the handle comprises a grip rotatably coupled to a handle strap.

4. The wearable exercise device of claim 3, further comprising a handle ring attached to each handle strap.

5. The wearable exercise device of claim 4, further comprising a handle connector removably secured to the free end of each cable, the handle connector configured to removably secure the handle ring to each cable.

6. The wearable exercise device of claim 1, wherein each spring-loaded resistance mechanism is configured to bias its attached cable to a retracted position.

7. The wearable exercise device of claim 1, wherein each resistance adjustment control comprises a rotatable dial disposed on a front facing side of the housing.

8. The wearable exercise device of claim 7, further comprising indicia surrounding each rotatable dial that indicates a current level of resistance for each cable.

9. The wearable exercise device of claim 1, wherein the housing is adjustably secured to the strap, such that the user can adjust the position of the housing along a length of the strap.

10. The wearable exercise device of claim 1, wherein the housing is connected to the strap via a fixed fabric connection on opposing sides of the housing.

11. The wearable exercise device of claim 1, wherein the first fastener of the strap comprises a slide buckle, and wherein the second mating fastener of the strap comprises a slide buckle receiver.

12. The wearable exercise device of claim 1, wherein each cable is elastic.

13. The wearable exercise device of claim 1, wherein each cable is inelastic.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0006] Although the characteristic features of this invention will be particularly pointed out in the claims, the invention itself and manner in which it may be made and used may be better understood after a review of the following description, taken in connection with the accompanying drawings wherein like numeral annotations are provided throughout.

[0007] FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of the wearable exercise device with adjustable resistance.

[0008] FIG. 2 shows a front elevation view of the housing component from an embodiment of the wearable exercise device with adjustable resistance.

[0009] FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of the wearable exercise device with adjustable resistance in use.

[0010] FIG. 4 shows a block diagram of the components from an embodiment of the wearable exercise device with adjustable resistance.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0011] Reference is made herein to the attached drawings. Like reference numerals are used throughout the drawings to depict like or similar elements of the wearable exercise device with adjustable resistance. For the purposes of presenting a brief and clear description of the present invention, a preferred embodiment will be discussed as used for exercising in any desired position with multiple cables that can be independently adjusted for a completely customizable workout.

[0012] Referring now to FIG. 1, there is shown a perspective view of an embodiment of the wearable exercise device with adjustable resistance. The device 10 generally includes a strap 11 that is configured to removably secure around the user's waist. The strap 11 can have a fixed length or be adjustable in length via a slide adjuster or any other suitable adjustment mechanism. In the shown embodiment, the strap 11 includes a slide buckle 13 on a first end and a slide buckle receiver 12 on an opposing second end. In other embodiments, other types of fasteners may be utilized, including but not limited to hook and loop material, snaps, clips, and the like.

[0013] A housing 15 is connected to the strap 11, which includes the internal resistance and cable attachment components of the device 10. In the shown embodiment, the housing 15 is connected to the strap 11 via a fixed fabric connection 14 between the strap 11 and housing 15 on opposing ends of the housing 15. In other embodiments, the housing 15 may be adjustably secured to the strap 11, such that the user can adjust the position of the housing 15 along a length of the strap 11. The housing 15 houses a pair of internal spools each operably connected to a spring-loaded resistance mechanism. A cable 20 is affixed at one end to each internal spool. Each cable and extends outwardly from opposing sides of the housing through a pair of cable openings 16, 17. The perimeters of the cable openings 16, 17 may be rigid in order to prevent them from collapsing around the cables 20.

[0014] A handle 23 is connected to an opposing end of each cable 20. In the shown embodiment, each handle 23 includes a grip rotatably coupled to a handle strap 22. The rotatable grip allows for enhanced range of motion when gripping the handle 23. A handle ring is connected to the handle strap 22, which is utilized to secure the handle 23 to a handle connector 21 that is removably secured to the free end of each cable 20. The handle connector 21 is configured to removably secure the handle ring to each cable 20. In this way, the user can attach handles having different configurations for comfort or for different types of exercises if desired. A pair of resistance adjustment controls 18, 19 disposed on the housing allow the user to adjust the resistance of each cable 20. Each resistance adjustment control 18, 19 is operably connected, and configured to adjust the resistance of, each spring-loaded resistance mechanism.

[0015] Referring now to FIG. 2, there is shown a front elevation view of the housing component from an embodiment of the wearable exercise device with adjustable resistance. In the shown embodiment, each resistance adjustment control 18, 19 comprises a rotatable dial disposed on a front facing side of the housing. There may be indicia disposed around the dials which indicate to the user the currently selected level of resistance. The indicia can indicate specific weights, or can be numerical increments that represent the different levels of resistance. Independent dials allows the user to adjust the resistance of each cable independently, offering greater customization.

[0016] Referring now to FIG. 3, there is shown a perspective view of an embodiment of the wearable exercise device with adjustable resistance in use. In operation, the user 30 can secure the strap 11 around their waist. The user 30 can then set the resistance adjustment controls 18, 19 to a desired resistance, grasp the handles 23, and press or pull the cables 20 outwardly from the housing. Each spring-loaded resistance mechanism is configured to bias its attached cable 20 to a retracted position, thereby applying a resistance to each cable 20. The cables 20 may be elastic or inelastic according to user preference. While the user 30 is shown in a standing position, the present invention can be utilized in any suitable position. For example, the user may perform exercises while wearing the strap 11 in a seated position. The user may also walk, jog, or run while wearing the device, allowing them to perform resistance exercises with the hands and arms while also performing aerobic exercises.

[0017] Referring now to FIG. 4, there is shown a block diagram of the components from an embodiment of the wearable exercise device with adjustable resistance. The handle 23 and cable 20 are affixed to the cable spool 40 that is positioned within the housing. The cable spool 40 can include an integral spring-loaded resistance mechanism, such as a spring-rewind mechanism, for example. The cable spool 40 can also be mechanically coupled to a separated spring-loaded resistance mechanism. The resistance adjustment dial 18 is operably connected to one of the spring loaded resistance mechanisms 41. Rotating the resistance adjustment dial 18 in one direction reduces resistance as the cable 20 is pulled out of the housing, while rotating the resistance adjustment dial 18 in an opposite direction increases resistance as the cable 20 is pulled out of the housing. The user can thus independently adjust the resistance of each cable 20, allowing not only for different resistance values in a single device, but also different adjustments for each arm. In this way, the user can customize the resistance applied to each arm without the need to remove the device from its waist attachment.

[0018] It is therefore submitted that the present invention has been shown and described in what is considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiments. It is recognized, however, that departures may be made within the scope of the invention and that obvious modifications will occur to a person skilled in the art. With respect to the above description then, it is to be realized that the optimum dimensional relationships for the parts of the invention, to include variations in size, materials, shape, form, function and manner of operation, assembly and use, and all equivalent relationships to those illustrated in the drawings and described in the specification are intended to be encompassed by the present invention.

[0019] The foregoing is considered as illustrative only of the principles of the invention. Further, it is not desired to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation shown and described, and accordingly, all suitable modifications and equivalents may be resorted to, falling within the scope of the invention.