Gymperformance exercise machine

Abstract

An improved compact exercise machine includes a resistance system with respect to a base for allowing an exerciser to perform a wide range of exercises on a resistance system exercise machine. The compact exercise machine generally includes an exercise machine that has a resistance system with respect to a base. The exercise machine may assume one or more compact configurations to adjust the base of the exercise machine. One or more actuators may be connected to the base of the exercise machine to effectuate the resistance system of the exercise machine with respect to the base.

Claims

1. A compact exercise machine allowing an exerciser to perform a wide range of exercises comprising: an elongated first and second base wherein the first a nd second base are joined together by a hinge, wherein the first and second base each have an upper surface, wherein the first and second base are configured to be folded into a compact configuration by the hinge; a handle selectively fixed to the first and second base; a first and a second pump joined to the upper surface of the first and second base respectfully and configured to be manually driven by the exerciser's feet; wherein the first and second pump each have a circular nylon covering; wherein the first and second pump each have an upper and lower surface, wherein the upper surface of each pump is angled relative to the upper surface of the first and second base respectfully; wherein each upper surface of the first and second pump have a plurality of air valves; and wherein the first and second base is configured to be selectively attached to furniture.

2. The compact exercise machine of claim 1, further comprising: a fastener on the opposite side of the base than the first and second pump, said fastener configured to attach writing instruments.

3. The compact exercise machine of claim 1, further comprising: a pair of fasteners on the first and second base, said pair of fasteners configured to selectively attach a smart phone.

Description

DRAWINGS—FIGURES

(1) In the drawings, closely related figures have the same number but different alphabetic suffixes.

(2) FIG. 1 shows various aspects of this exercise machine in accordance with one embodiment.

(3) FIG. 2 shows a frontal view of the exercise machine in the position primarily but not limited to the intended purpose in accordance with another embodiment.

(4) FIG. 3 shows a side view of the exercise machine on a flat surface while in the extended position in accordance with another embodiment.

(5) FIG. 4 shows the exercise machine in the deflated position completely retracted and devoid of air in accordance with another embodiment.

(6) FIG. 5 shows a back view of the exercise machine in accordance with another embodiment.

(7) FIG. 6 shows exercise machine in use in one position but not limited to the intended purpose in accordance with one embodiment.

(8) TABLE-US-00001 Drawings - Reference Numerals  2 Base  3 Edge Trim  4 Pump  6 Air Valve 10 Pump Cover 12 Pump Base 14 Fastener 16 Hole 18 Grommet 20 Connecting Link 22 Handle 24 Hinge

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENT

(9) The first embodiment of the fitness machine is illustrated in FIG. 2 (front view). The fitness machine has a base 1 and base 2 consisting of a rigid material that may be impact resistant. In one embodiment, the base is a rigid plastic, such as polycarbonate-available at Home Depot (nationwide), Amazon (online), TAP Plastics stores (West Coast). However, the base can consist of any other material that is rigid/impact resistant such as wood, metal, various plasticized materials, etc.

(10) In one embodiment, the base is typically 3.175 mm in thickness and has overall dimensions roughly from 508 mm×483 mm (oblong shape, square shape, etc.). In one embodiment the outer four corners may be typically beveled or rounded to avoid snagging and personal injury.

(11) FIG. 4 (back view) illustrates one embodiment in which base 1 may be joined to base 2 by a hinge 24. Hinge 24 of this embodiment may be made of clear acrylic butt-join, but other materials are also suitable. Hinge 24 of this embodiment has overall dimensions roughly from 38.1 mm×304.8 mm, but in some embodiments, may be longer, up to and including 330.2 mm. Hinge 24 of this embodiment may be joined to base 1 and base 2 using TAP Acrylic Cement-available at all TAP Plastics stores (West Coast) but other materials are also suitable.

(12) FIG. 2 (front view) illustrates one embodiment in which Cowles Custom Edge Trim 13 may be attached (Cowles Custom Edge Trim 13 installs with adhesive) to edges of base 1 and base 2 to avoid chips, scratches and protect from personal injury. However, other materials may be suitable.

(13) FIG. 2 (front view) illustrates one embodiment in which a handle 22 may be connected to base 1 and base 2.

(14) In this embodiment handle 22 may be made with coated wire fabricated with material that has cushioning properties thereby minimizing any pain that may be experienced in grasping the handle 22. However, other materials may be suitable including: vinyl, polyurethane, and leather.

(15) In another embodiment the handle 22 having holding parts with both sides of holding parts forming an arc strengthening support with distal ends registering into parallel holes 16,17 (FIG. 2) at the top middle section of base 1 and base 2 to form a semi cylindrical shape for the reception of the connecting link 20 and 21 (FIG. 2). In this embodiment, parallel holes 16,17 may have overall dimensions of 9.5250 mm. However, other sizes may be suitable. FIG. 2 illustrates another embodiment in which a grommet 18 may be used to protect parallel holes 16,17 from any type of damage. In this embodiment, grommet 18 may be made with rubber having overall dimensions of 6.4 mm. However, other sizes or materials may be suitable. In this embodiment the connecting link 20,21 may be consisting of ferrules made of aluminum steel with overall dimensions of 3.175 mm. However, other materials may be suitable. In another embodiment, the handle 22, and the connecting link 20 and 21 may assume various forms and shapes but essentially has inwardly directed aligned terminals firmly and reliably secured to exercise machine.

(16) FIG. 1 (top view) illustrates another embodiment in which pump 31 may be joined to base 1 and base 2. Pumps 41 and 32 of this embodiment are typically foot or hand pumps such as Intex Giant Bellows Foot Pump. Pump 4 and pump 3 of this embodiment has overall dimensions from 304.8 mm×215.9 mm. In this embodiment, pump 4 and pump 3 may be attached to base 1 and base 2 using E6000 an adhesive formulated to meet high performance industrial requirements. It is a non-flammable, vibration proof product that forms a permanent, waterproof bond. In this embodiment, E6000 may be applied to entire bottom of pump base 12 and pump base 13 forming a permanent, waterproof bond with base 1 and base 2. However, other bonding materials may be suitable.

(17) In this embodiment pump 4 and pump 3 may be dual action pumps manually driven that respectively operate in tandem with each other during each pumping stroke. FIG. 1 illustrates in this embodiment, air valve(s) 5-8 which may be used to push air. However, other materials may be suitable.

(18) FIG. 1 illustrates another embodiment in which pump 4 and pump 3 may have a surrounding surface or pump cover 10 which may be consisting of industrial nylon to protect pumps from damage. However, other materials may be suitable.

(19) FIG. 2 illustrates one embodiment in which fasteners 14, 15, and 23 may be used to attach external objects or devices to base 1 and base 2. In this embodiment H&L fasteners, which are well known in the industry, may be used. However, other fastener materials and sizes may be suitable. In this embodiment, the overall dimensions for fasteners 14, 15 may be 2.54 mm×7.62 mm. In this embodiment, the overall dimensions for fasteners 23 may be 22.2250 mm. In this embodiment, fastener 14, and 15 may be used to fasten or attach electronic devices such as smart phones. However other devices or materials may be suitable. In this embodiment, fastener 23 may be used to attach writing instruments. However, other instruments or materials may be suitable.

(20) Operation

(21) The embodiments disclosed herein provide a compact exercise machine having a flexibility to attach the exercise machine to fixed, non-fixed and moveable objects. The exercise machine is easily transported with the use of the exercise machines lever or handle effectually secured to the compact exercise machine, which may be carried and utilized under the weight of the exercise machine. The exercise machine may attach to various types of furniture and the exercise machines structure and handle greatly facilitates the operation of the compact exercise machine. The new, or different compact exercise machine can be constructed to include benefits over conventional compact exercise machines, such as smoother or improved use of exercise machine while reclining or sitting. Improved performance in operation requiring less force or effort by a user can be particularly important in exercising for weakened or less-able users, such as in a medical or hospital setting, or a retirement home. Additional environments are envisioned. The new, different, or variables can otherwise have required a structure, as described herein, which may have necessitated a structure(s), and thus, an unfamiliar part, method, or movement of the exercise machine for the user.
The current disclosure improves the construction by accounting for the new or different structures while providing the user the familiar operation and exercise routines. To the extent not already described, the different features and structures of the various embodiments may be used in combination with each other as desired. That one feature may not be illustrated in all of the embodiments is not meant to be construed that it may not be, but is done for brevity of description.

CONCLUSIONS, RAMIFICATIONS, AND SCOPE

(22) It can be appreciated that at least one embodiment of the exercise machine may also be utilized to provide a more dependable, compact, yet economical device that may be used by persons of almost any age. Various modifications to the disclosed embodiments will be readily apparent to the reader, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments and applications without departing from the spirit and scope of the present embodiment. Many other variations are possible. For example: Structure can be made of a different color and changed in size or shape Resistance system can be made of different material or changed in size Data can be stored using different materials.
Thus, the various features of the different embodiments may be mixed and matched as desired to form new embodiments, whether or not the new embodiments are expressly described. All combinations or permutations of features described herein are covered by this disclosure.