Weight lift assembly

Abstract

A weight lift assembly for holding a weight includes a base member comprising an upper surface and a lower surface and a strap forming a first loop at a first end of the base member and a second loop formed at the second end of the base member. The first loop and the second loop are spaced apart by a gap. A securing member is releasably coupled to the base member in the gap between the first loop and the second loop to receive and releasably secure a weight to the upper surface of the base member.

Claims

1. A weight lift assembly for holding a weight comprising: a base member comprising an upper surface, a lower surface, and a strap configured to secure the base member to an article of footwear; said strap comprising a first end and a second end, said strap having a first loop formed at the first end of the strap at a first end of the base member and a second loop formed at the second end of the strap at a second end of the base member, each of said first loop and said second loop being adjustable and said first loop and said second loop being spaced apart by a gap; and a securing member coupled to the base member in the gap between the first loop and the second loop; wherein said securing member is configured to receive and releasably secure a weight between the upper surface of the base member and the securing member.

2. The weight lift assembly as set forth in claim 1 further comprising a hook and loop fastener for securing the strap around a foot of a user at the first loop and the second loop.

3. The weight lift assembly as set forth in claim 1 further comprising a first buckle disposed at the first loop.

4. The weight lift assembly as set forth in claim 1 further comprising a D-ring attached to the lower surface.

5. A weight lift assembly for holding a weight comprising: a base member comprising an upper surface and a lower surface; upper surface, a lower surface, a first strap and a second strap configured to secure the base member to articles of footwear; said first strap comprising a first end forming a first loop at a first end of the base member and said second strap comprising a second end forming a second loop at a second end of the base member, each of said first loop and said second loop being adjustable and said first loop and said second loop being spaced apart by a gap; and a securing member coupled to the base member in the gap between the first loop and the second loop; wherein said securing member is configured to receive and releasably secure a weight between the upper surface of the base member and the securing member.

6. The weight lift assembly as set forth in claim 5 further comprising a hook and loop fastener for securing the strap around a foot of a user at the first loop and the second loop.

7. The weight lift assembly as set forth in claim 5 further comprising a first buckle disposed at the first loop.

8. The weight lift assembly as set forth in claim 5 further comprising a D-ring attached to the lower surface.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE VIEWS OF THE DRAWING

(1) The accompanying figures, where like reference numerals refer to identical or functionally similar elements throughout the separate views, together with the detailed description below, are incorporated in and form part of the specification, and serve to further illustrate embodiments of concepts that include the claimed invention, and explain various principles and advantages of those embodiments.

(2) FIG. 1 is a top view of a weight lifting strap of the current invention.

(3) FIG. 2 is a front view of a weight lifting strap.

(4) FIG. 3 is showing weight lifting strap adjusted by user.

(5) FIG. 4 is showing usability of weight lifting strap by user once ready.

(6) Skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of embodiments of the present invention.

(7) The apparatus and method components have been represented where appropriate by conventional symbols in the drawings, showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present invention so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

(8) Detailed descriptions of the preferred embodiment are provided herein. It is to be understood, however, that the present invention may be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but rather as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to employ the present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed system, structure or manner.

(9) Referring specifically to the drawings, a weight lift assembly 10 has a band 12. The band 12 is made of suitable material. The band 12 is placed around the feet so that it fits the natural contour of the feet 14 and rests around the surface of the foot, the band 12 being larger at the bottom than the top when strapped to the feet 14. The band 12 has a base member 16 comprising an upper surface 16A and a lower surface 16B. The band 12 has a fastening member such as a strap 18 adapted to secure the base member 16 to an article of footwear 20.

(10) By placing feet 14 into a belt loop 22 on each end of the strap 18 and slightly tightening and securing the loop 22 around the feet 14. Once both feet 14 are in place, there will be a wide enough gap 24 between the two feet 14 in order to secure a weighted dumbbell 26 to be lifted with a securing flap or member 28 on the upper surface of the base member 16. Using a pulling motion while seated or lying is also an option by attaching a weight machine cable to the D-ring 30 that is attached to the bottom of the strap.

(11) Straps 18 are attached to each end of the band 12 by a hook and loop system a buckle 32 is attached to one of the straps. The buckle 32 is of the sliding-jam type. This means both a hook and loop system 34 (VELCRO) and sliding jam buckle 32 provided to loosely strap the accurate band around the feet regardless of the size of the feet. Circular pads as might be made from cloth etc are provided over the feet bone of each foot to protect the band where it protrudes in this area. These also aid in securing the straps to the band.

(12) Velcro is attached to the lower edge of the periphery of the band in the front thereof. Using a pulling motion while seated or lying is also an option by attaching a weight machine cable to the D-ring 30 that is attached to the bottom of the strap 18.

(13) It will be understood that the band 12 is attached to the user by strapping the band 12 around the feet 14 and allowing the weighted band 12 to rest lightly in the middle of the foot with the weighted pocket at the front and on the foot. By placing feet 14 into the belt loop 22 on each end of the strap 18 and slightly tighten and secure the loop 22 around the feet 14. Once both feet 14 are in place, there will be a wide enough gap 24 between the two feet 14 in order to secure a weighted dumbbell 26 to be lifted.

(14) While a specific embodiment has been shown and described, many variations are possible. With time, additional features may be employed. The particular shape or configuration of the platform or the interior configuration may be changed to suit the system or equipment with which it is used.

(15) Having described the invention in detail, those skilled in the art will appreciate that modifications may be made to the invention without departing from its spirit. Therefore, it is not intended that the scope of the invention be limited to the specific embodiment illustrated and described. Rather, it is intended that the scope of this invention be determined by the appended claims and their equivalents.