Portable Exercise Device

Abstract

A portable exercise device is provided. The device is comprised of a frame with a repositionable pulley housing and a band, allowing users to perform various resistance exercises. Additionally, the pulley housing contains an internal coil attached to a band with handles and grips, featuring a resistance control to adjust the band's tension in specific increments. The device can be stabilized by the user's weight while sitting on the device or can be fastened to a surface or vertical object for additional exercise variations, making it suitable for a wide range of resistance exercises including wrist curls, bicep curls, triceps extensions, shoulder presses, and leg exercises, among others.

Claims

1. A portable exercise device comprising: a frame comprised of a seat and a track; and a pulley housing captured within the track, the pulley housing comprised of a coil, a band, and a resistance control.

2. The portable exercise device of claim 1, wherein the frame is comprised of a telescopic horizontal frame member.

3. The portable exercise device of claim 2, wherein the telescopic horizontal frame member is comprised of a locking member.

4. The portable exercise device of claim 1, wherein the seat is comprised of a padded seat.

5. The portable exercise device of claim 1, wherein the band is positioned around the internal coil.

6. The portable exercise device of claim 1, wherein the band is comprised of a handle.

7. The portable exercise device of claim 1, wherein the internal coil applies tension to the band.

8. The portable exercise device of claim 7, wherein the amount of tension the internal coil applies to the band can be adjusted by the resistance control.

9. A portable exercise device comprising: a frame comprised of a vertical member, a horizontal frame member comprised of a track, a seat; and a pulley housing captured within the track, the pulley housing comprised of a coil, a band, and a resistance control.

10. The portable exercise device of claim 9, wherein the band is comprised of a handle.

11. The portable exercise device of claim 10, wherein the handle is comprised of a grip.

12. The portable exercise device of claim 9, wherein the internal coil applies tension to the band.

13. The portable exercise device of claim 12, wherein the amount of tension the internal coil applies to the band can be adjusted by the resistance control.

14. The portable exercise device of claim 9 further comprised of a fastener.

15. The portable exercise device of claim 14, wherein the fastener is comprised of a hook and loop strap.

16. The portable exercise device of claim 14, wherein the fastener is comprised of an elastic strap.

17. A method of using a portable exercise device, the method comprising the following: providing a portable exercise device comprised of a frame comprised of a seat, a pulley housing attached to the frame; a coil, a resistance control; and a band; placing the portable exercise device on a surface and sitting or standing on the seat; adjusting a position of the pulley housing on the frame; set a resistance level of the band via the resistance control; and grasp the band and perform an exercise.

18. The method of using a portable exercise device of claim 17, wherein the exercise is comprised of a wrist curl, a reverse wrist curl, a bicep curl, a hammer curl, an overhead triceps extension, a shoulder press, a lateral raise, a front raise, a chest press, a chest fly, a squat, or a calf raise.

19. The method of using a portable exercise device of claim 17, wherein the portable exercise device is comprised of a fastener.

20. The method of using a portable exercise device of claim 19 further comprised a step of attaching the fastener to a surface.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The description refers to provided drawings in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts throughout the different views, and in which:

[0017] FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of one potential embodiment of a portable exercise device of the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture;

[0018] FIG. 2 illustrates a flowchart of a method of using one potential embodiment of a portable exercise device of the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture; and

[0019] FIG. 3 illustrates a flowchart of a method of using one potential embodiment of a portable exercise device of the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] 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 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 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.

[0021] As noted above, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an improved exercise device. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a portable exercise device. More specifically, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a portable seated exercise device that provides a portable device that allows a user to exercise various body parts in a small area. Further, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a portable seated exercise device that provides a portable device that allows a user to exercise various body parts in a small area wherein the device is lightweight and easily transportable.

[0022] The present invention, in one exemplary embodiment, is comprised of a portable exercise device. The device is comprised of a frame with a repositionable pulley housing. During use, a user can sit on a seat of the device and pull a band from the housing to perform resistance exercises. More specifically, the frame is comprised of at least one horizontal frame member and at least one vertical frame member. The horizontal frame member may be of a fixed length or telescopic. The frame is also comprised of at least one seat. The vertical frame member is comprised of at least one track, wherein at least one pulley housing may be removably or fixedly captured within the track such that the housing can be repositioned laterally along the track.

[0023] The housing is comprised of at least one internal coil, wherein at least one band is attached to the coil. The housing is comprised of at least one resistance control that allows a user to rotate the internal coil to increase or decrease the mechanical leverage applied against the tension generated by the coil. This allows a user to adjust the resistance of the band during use.

[0024] During use, the device is placed on a surface such that a user sits on the seat and can then grab the band by a handle of the band to perform resistance exercises while their weight secures and stabilizes the base. During use, the device can be used to perform a plurality of resistance exercises such as, but not limited to, wrist curls, reverse wrist curls, bicep curls, hammer curls, overhead triceps extensions, shoulder presses, lateral raises, front raises, chest presses, chest flyes, squats, calf raises, etc.

[0025] The present invention is also comprised of a method of the device. First, a device is provided comprised of a frame comprised of a seat, a pulley housing attached to the frame, at least one coil, at least one resistance control, and at least one band. Then, the device can be placed on a surface and a user can sit and/or stand on the seat. Next, a user can adjust the position of the pulley housing relative to the frame member with respect to the desired exercise they will perform using the device. Next, a user can use a resistance control to set a resistance level of the band. Then, a user grasps the band (and/or a handle of the band) to perform an exercise while remaining seated or standing on the seat.

[0026] The present invention is also comprised of a second method of using the device. First, a device is provided comprised of a frame comprised of a seat, a pulley housing attached to the frame, at least one coil, at least one resistance control, and at least one band. Then, the device can be secured to a surface (in one embodiment, a chair back) using at least one attachment fastener and a user can rest their body against the seat. Next, a user can adjust the position of the pulley housing relative to the frame member with respect to the desired exercise they will perform using the device. Next, a user can use a resistance control to set a resistance level of the band. Then, a user grasps the band (and/or a handle of the band) to perform an exercise while remaining seated or standing on the seat.

[0027] Accordingly, the portable exercise device of the present invention is particularly advantageous as it provides an improved exercise device. More specifically, the present invention provides a portable device that allows a user to exercise various body parts in a small area. Further, the device is lightweight and easily transportable as it does not include weights. In this manner, the portable exercise device provides a solution to exercising while on the go with a device that is easy to transport and use.

[0028] Referring initially to the drawings, FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of one potential embodiment of a portable exercise device 100 of the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture. The device 100 is comprised of a frame 110 with a repositionable pulley housing 140. During use, a user can sit on a seat 120 of the device 100 and pull a band 143 from the housing 140 to perform resistance exercises.

[0029] The frame 110 may be made from any material such as, but not limited to, plastic or metal. The frame 110 may be any shape but is preferably square or rectangular. The frame 110 is comprised of at least one horizontal frame member 111 and at least one vertical frame member 113. The horizontal frame member 111 may be of a fixed length in one embodiment. In another embodiment, the horizontal frame member 111 is telescopic in length, wherein the member 111 can be temporarily locked/secure at a desired length via at least one locking member 112 such as, but not limited to, a twisting lock, a button lock, a spring-loaded tab, etc. The vertical frame member 113 may also be similarly telescopic in one embodiment. The frame 110 is also comprised of at least one seat 120. The seat 120 may be any type, configuration, and style of seat and may be made from any padded or non-padded material.

[0030] The vertical frame member 113 is comprised of at least one track 114. At least one pulley housing 140 may be removably or fixedly captured within the track 114 such that the housing 140 can be repositioned laterally along the track 114. The housing 140 can be secured in any position within the track 114 via at least one locking member 115 such as, but not limited to, a button lock, a twist lock, etc. This allows the housing 140 to be repositioned while performing various exercises, as will be explained more fully below.

[0031] The housing 140 is comprised of at least one internal coil 141, wherein at least one band 143 is attached to the coil 141. The band 143 may be made from any material. The band 143 is comprised of at least one handle 144 with at least one grip 145. The housing 140 is comprised of at least one resistance control 142. The control 142 allows a user to rotate the internal coil to increase or decrease the mechanical leverage applied against the tension generated by the coil 141. This allows a user to adjust the resistance of the band 143 during use. In various embodiments, the control 142 may allow a user to adjust the resistance of the band 143 in specific increments, such as, but not limited to, 2.5-pound increments.

[0032] During use, the device 100 is placed on a surface such that a user sits on the seat 120 and can then grab the band 143 by the handle 144 to perform resistance exercises while their weight secures and stabilizes the base 110. In another embodiment, the device 100 is comprised of at least one fastener 130. The fastener 130 further allows the frame 110 to attach to a surface and also allows the frame 110 to be attached to a chair back or other vertical surface to perform various exercises. The fastener 130 may include, but is not limited to, a hook and loop strap, an elastic strap, a magnet, a mounting bracket, etc. During use, the device 100 can be used to perform a plurality of resistance exercises such as, but not limited to, wrist curls, reverse wrist curls, bicep curls, hammer curls, overhead triceps extensions, shoulder presses, lateral raises, front raises, chest presses, chest flyes, squats, calf raises, etc.

[0033] The present invention is also comprised of a method of using 200 the device 100, as seen in FIG. 2. First, a device 100 is provided comprised of a frame 110 comprised of a seat 120, a pulley housing 140 attached to the frame 110, at least one coil 141, at least one resistance control 142, and at least one band 143 [Step 202]. Then, the device 100 can be placed on a surface and a user can sit and/or stand on the seat 120 [Step 204]. Next, a user can adjust the position of the pulley housing 140 relative to the frame member 113 with respect to the desired exercise they will perform using the device 100 [Step 206]. Next, a user can use a resistance control 142 to set a resistance level of the band 143 [Step 208]. Then, a user grasps the band 143 (and/or a handle 144 of the band 143) to perform an exercise while remaining seated or standing on the seat 120 [Step 210].

[0034] The present invention is also comprised of a second method of using 300 the device 100, as seen in FIG. 3. First, a device 100 is provided comprised of a frame 110 comprised of a seat 120, a pulley housing 140 attached to the frame 110, at least one coil 141, at least one resistance control 142, and at least one band 143 [Step 302]. Then, the device 100 can be secured to a surface (in one embodiment, a chair back) using at least one attachment fastener 130 and a user can rest their body against the seat 120 [Step 304]. Next, a user can adjust the position of the pulley housing 140 relative to the frame member 113 with respect to the desired exercise they will perform using the device 100 [Step 306]. Next, a user can use a resistance control 142 to set a resistance level of the band 143 [Step 308]. Then, a user grasps the band 143 (and/or a handle 144 of the band 143) to perform an exercise while remaining seated or standing on the seat 120 [Step 310]. Device 100 has the capability to strap to anything. Therefore, it can be fastened around the belt for portable usage if the user goes for a walk and performs an incline press as well.

[0035] 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 portable exercise device and device are interchangeable and refer to the portable exercise device 100 of the present invention.

[0036] Notwithstanding the foregoing, the portable exercise 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 portable exercise device 100 as shown in the FIGS. are for illustrative purposes only, and that many other sizes and shapes of the portable exercise device 100 are well within the scope of the present disclosure. Although the dimensions of the portable exercise device 100 are important design parameters for user convenience, the portable exercise 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.

[0037] 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 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.

[0038] 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.