US20230019532A1

US20230019532A1 - Exercise Mat

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Publication number: US20230019532A1
Application number: US17/305,948
Authority: US
Inventors: Gregory Heard
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2021-07-18
Filing date: 2021-07-18
Publication date: 2023-01-19

Abstract

An improvement upon exercise devices embodying mats of single substrates, multiple substrates or similar construction is disclosed. The exercise device comprises of a single substrate or multiple substrates embodying a mat as the accompanying diagrams, wherein said mat has a top end, a bottom end, an attachment mechanism and a plurality of grab holes adapted capable of receiving human hands for a person performing an exercise, or the feet of the exerciser, or any such extensions to the legs and hands, or substituting them.

Description

FIELD OF INVENTION

In general, the present invention relates to exercise devices, and more specifically, to an improvement upon exercise device embodying a mat comprising of a single substrate, multiple substrates or any such similar construction.

RELATED APPLICATIONS

U.S. Pat. No. 8,998,780B2: The disclosed fitness equipment allows a user to target different muscle groups using tri-planar coordination of movement, which was previously difficult (if not impossible) to achieve using conventional suspension training equipment. This is done by providing a resistance between suspension training straps, namely, by mechanically coupling an elastic band between the suspension training straps.
U.S. Pat. No. 7,909,748B2: An exercise apparatus may include a swivel and one or more elongated members, such as ropes or cords, suspended from the swivel with a support, such as a bar, for the user suspended between either ends of a single elongated member, or between two elongated members. The height of the support can be adjusted by placing ends of the support bar in loops formed along the elongated member. Hand holds and foot holds may also be mounted on the loops. In addition, the support may be prevented from rotating along its longitudinal axis.
U.S. Pat. No. 8,083,653B2: An exercise device having a door anchor is described. The anchor is fixed to a pair of elongated members each having a grip. The anchor stands off from the door by 1 to 18 inches before attaching to the elongated members. In one embodiment, the exercise device is sewn together. In another embodiment, a ring holds the various components together.
U.S. Pat. No. 8,197,392B2: An exercise strap comprises an upper strap and a lower strap. A plurality of loop members are located on the lower strap to allow for handles to be easily removed and replaced on different locations on the lower strap. An adjustment member attached to both the upper strap and the lower strap allows for the overall length of the exercise strap to be adjusted. A strap attachment member attached to the upper strap connects the exercise strap to a suitable mounting mechanism.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

There are endless excuses for not exercising: time, space and money being the most common barriers people point to. But you don't need access to a gym facility, expensive equipment or a lot of time or space to get in an effective full-body workout.
Some of the favorite low-cost products to utilize for in-house glute, leg and arm workouts are exercise straps and ropes. Such devices are super easy to pack and whip out in a small space (like a hotel room or a studio apartment). Exercise straps and ropes are a great workout tool not only because they're super affordable, transportable and versatile, but because they can help target larger muscles as well as smaller stabilizing muscles. Plus, research shows that engaging in such training activities improves balance, gait function and flexibility and may induce greater neuromuscular fatigue than exercises with isometric contractions. For example, an elastic resistance band workout is useful for workout newbies and workout buffs alike.
Overly, an exercise strap is a simple and convenient way to exercise at home, suspension training works by challenging the body in conditions of instability to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and more. With access to a door, beam, tree, or some kind of strong support, anyone can use the equipment to work all the muscle groups.
Nonetheless, such devices are limited in their ability to provide a climbing experience, which is a deficiency that the current invention seeks to address. While mats and similar structures have been used in exercises, for the most part, they are used as sitting apparatus. However, they could be adapted into very useful climbing apparatus.
In this disclosure is a novel exercise device construction to improve upon this useful exercise equipment.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The following summary is an explanation of some of the general inventive steps for the exercise device, method and other elements in the description. This summary is not an extensive overview of the invention and does not intend to limit the scope beyond what is described and claimed as a summary.
In some aspects, the present invention relates to exercise devices, and more specifically, to an improvement upon exercise device embodying a mat comprising of a single substrate, multiple substrates or any such similar construction.
The exercise device comprises of a single substrate or multiple substrates embodying a mat as the accompanying diagrams, wherein said mat has a top end, a bottom end, an attachment mechanism and a plurality of grab holes adapted capable of receiving human hands for a person performing an exercise, or the feet of the exerciser, or any such extensions to the legs and hands, or substituting them.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

The novel features believed to be characteristic of the illustrative embodiments are set forth in the appended claims. The illustrative embodiments, however, as well as a preferred mode of use, further objectives and descriptions thereof, will best be understood by reference to the following detailed description of one or more illustrative embodiments of the present disclosure when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:

FIG. 1 of the diagrams is a perspective view of the exercise device according to the current invention.

FIG. 2 of the diagrams is a front elevation view of the exercise device according to the current invention.

FIG. 3 of the diagrams demonstrates a side elevation view of the exercise device according to the current invention.

FIG. 4 of the diagrams demonstrates the current exercise device while being used by a human.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

Hereinafter, the preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The terminologies or words used in the description and the claims of the present invention should not be interpreted as being limited merely to their common and dictionary meanings. On the contrary, they should be interpreted based on the meanings and concepts of the invention in keeping with the scope of the invention based on the principle that the inventor(s) can appropriately define the terms in order to describe the invention in the best way.
It is to be understood that the form of the invention shown and described herein is to be taken as a preferred embodiment of the present invention, so it does not express the technical spirit and scope of this invention. Accordingly, it should be understood that various changes and modifications may be made to the invention without departing from the spirit and scope thereof.
In the first exemplary embodiment according to FIG. 1 of the diagrams, it is illustrated a perspective view of the exercise device according to the current invention. The exercise device comprises of a single substrate or multiple substrates embodying a mat as shown in 1 of the diagrams, which has a top end 2, a bottom end 3, an attachment mechanism 4 and a plurality of grab holes such as 5 in the figure. Further illustrated is a fold line 6, on the same figure.
Depending on the nature of the exercise, the device may be used during a climbing exercise to exercise the hands, or as an apparatus to exercise both hands and legs in a climbing exercise.
In a preferred embodiment, the single substrate or multiple substrates embodying a mat and shown as 1 provides the support for a person undertaking an exercise activity, wherein it is provided a plurality of grab holes 5 adapted capable of receiving human hands for a person performing an exercise, or the feet of the exerciser, or any such extensions to the legs and hands, or substituting them. For example, some exercisers may prefer the use of climbing apparatus such as hooks instead of using their hands. The device would work for an exerciser wearing shoes or gloves as well as one without them. The material making up the single substrate or multiple substrates may be elastic, non-elsatic, fabric, nonfabric, nylon or any such flexible material. Moreover, the material may be non-slip through a special coating applied on the surface, the material from which it is made or by a design thereof. A non-limiting example of such could be Flexmat®, which is a fabricated anti-skid material made from recycled rubber or any similar. However, other implementations may apply as well.
In another exemplary embodiment according to the FIG. 2 of the diagrams is a front elevation view of the exercise device according to the current invention. In the figure, it is shown a plurality of grab holes 5 adapted capable of receiving human hands for a person performing an exercise, or the feet of an exerciser, and an attachment mechanism 4, which may embody a hole where a support is hooked into, or a pin to hook into a groove, a hook capable of hooking onto a support surface such as a wall, or any such mechanisms that would support the device while carrying the weight of an exerciser during an exercise activity.
In a subsequent exemplary embodiment illustrated by the FIG. 3 of the diagrams demonstrates a side elevation view of the exercise device according to the current invention. It is illustrated a top end 2, a bottom end 3 and a single or multiple substrates embodying a mat and shown as 1.
In a final exemplary embodiment according to the FIG. 4 of the diagrams, it is demonstrated the current exercise device while being used by a human. It is shown on the diagram a single or multiple substrates embodying a mat and shown as 1 on which a plurality of grab holes 50 and 51 adapted capable of receiving human hands for the person 10 performing an exercise, or the feet of said exerciser 10. The middle single or multiple substrates 1 supports the human during an exercise activity.
During such an activity, the human hand or foot or an attachment to it would cause a load on the grab holes receiving said human hand or foot or attachment to it, wherein the load is translated to the middle single or multiple substrates 1 and to a fixed surface such as but not limited to a wall, an exercise bar or any such fixed surface attached by means of the attachment mechanism 4.
Although a preferred embodiment of the present invention has been described for illustrative purposes, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various modifications, additions and substitutions are possible, without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention as disclosed in the accompanying claims.

INDUSTRIAL APPLICATION

The current invention is applicable in the construction of exercise devices.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. An exercise device comprising of:

a mat comprising of at least a single substrate and comprising of a plurality of grab holes adapted capable of receiving human hands for a person performing an exercise, or the feet of the exerciser, or any such extensions to the legs and hands, or substituting them during an exercise activity, and;

an attachment mechanism capable of attaching to a support surface during an exercise activity.

2. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the attachment mechanism is a hook.

3. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the attachment mechanism is a pin or any such protrusions.

4. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the attachment mechanism is a hole.

5. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the mat is a single substrate.

6. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the mat comprises of multiple substrates.

7. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the grab holes are formed with anti-slip patterns.

8. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the grab holes comprise of anti-slip coating.

9. A method of providing an exercise device, the method comprising of:

providing a mat comprising of at least a single substrate and comprising of a plurality of grab holes adapted capable of receiving human hands for a person performing an exercise, or the feet of the exerciser, or any such extensions to the legs and hands, or substituting them during an exercise activity, and;

providing an attachment mechanism capable of attaching to a support surface during an exercise activity.

10. The method of claim 9, wherein the attachment mechanism is a pin or any such protrusions.

11. The method of claim 9, wherein the provided attachment mechanism is a hole.

12. The method of claim 9, wherein the provided mat is a single substrate.

13. The method of claim 9, wherein the provided mat comprises of multiple substrates.

14. The method of claim 9, wherein the provided grab holes are formed with anti-slip patterns.

15. The method of claim 9, wherein the provided grab holes comprise of anti-slip coating.