All-in-one multipurpose resistance band based portable strength training device
View Patent ↗The present invention is directed at a novel portable fitness device used for conducting strength training exercises. The device comprises a foldable frame that can hold exercise accessories inside the device while the device is folded. The device further comprises an anti-slide plate and anchor slots wherein at least one resistance band can be locked into the anchor slots. The resistance bands may connect to handles or a bar and the resistance bands may offer up to 300 pounds of resistance. The foldable frame doubles as a carrying case.
1. A portable fitness device comprising:
at least a first frame, at least a second frame, and a hinge
wherein the first frame and the second frame are connected using the hinge;
wherein the first frame and the second frame have a top surface and a bottom surface;
anti-slide plates attached to the top surface of at least one of the first frame and the second frame;
at least one resistance band
wherein the resistance band comprises a hollow tube made of an elastic material;
wherein the resistance band has a plurality of protrusions that allow the resistance band to be locked into an anchor slot;
wherein the protrusions are caused by balls inserted inside of the hollow tube at pre-determined intervals;
wherein the protrusions and a portion of the hollow tube surrounding the protrusions is enclosed by an elastic cover;
at least one anchor slot integrated into each of the first frame and the second frame
wherein the anchor slots allow a user to lock in the resistance band into each anchor slot;
wherein the portable fitness device enables the user to exercise using at least a portion of body weight for resistance while using at least one of the first frame or the second frame for support;
wherein the portable fitness device has an unfolded configuration and a folded configuration;
wherein the bottom surface of the first frame and the bottom surface of the second frame, separated by 180 degrees, are parallel in the unfolded configuration;
wherein the bottom surface of the first frame and the bottom surface of the second frame, separated by 0 degrees, are flush in the folded configuration;
wherein the portable fitness device can be transformed between the unfolded configuration and the folded configuration by rotating the first frame and the second frame around the hinge, folding or unfolding the portable fitness device;
wherein the portable fitness device can be used as a carrying case while the portable fitness device is in the folded configuration; and
wherein the portable fitness device has at least one cavity that secures at least one fitness accessory when the portable fitness device is in the closed configuration.
2. The portable fitness device as in claim 1
wherein the hollow tube comprises 2-14 protrusions, preferably 4-12 protrusions, more preferably 6-10 protrusions, and most preferably 8 protrusions;
wherein the protrusions are positioned at pre-determined intervals; and
wherein intensity and location of resistance is determined by which protrusion is locked into the anchor slot, allowing for multiple exercise options.
3. The portable fitness device as in claim 2
wherein the resistance band further comprises a washer between a first protrusion and a second protrusion.