| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 482104000 | Barbell support | 54 |
| 20080248930 | Apparatus and method for changing barbell weights - An apparatus and method for changing barbell weights. The apparatus includes at least one stand having a ramp sloping upwards to a cradle. The cradle is sized to hold a circular barbell weight, and slopes downward from a cradle inner edge to a cradle outer edge. When a barbell is supported in the stand, only an innermost weight at each barbell end rests against the cradle floor; the other weights all depend from the bar and are easily slid off of, and onto, the bar. Thus, when the barbell rests on the stand(s), weights may be quickly and easily changed. After the desired weights have been changed, the barbell is rolled out of the cradle(s), down the ramp(s), and off of the stand(s). Method steps include rolling the barbell onto one or more stands, changing weights as desired, and rolling the barbell off of the stand(s). | 10-09-2008 |
| 20080248931 | Apparatus and method for changing barbell weights - An apparatus and method for changing barbell weights. The apparatus includes at least one stand having a ramp sloping upwards to a first cradle and a second cradle. The first cradle is sized to hold a circular barbell weight. The height of the first cradle exceeds the height of the second cradle by at least the difference between a weight bore diameter and a bar diameter. When a barbell is supported in the stand, only an innermost weight at each barbell end rests against the cradle floor; the other weights all depend from the bar and are easily slid off of, and onto, the bar. Method steps include rolling the barbell onto one or more stands, changing weights as desired, and rolling the barbell off of the stand(s). | 10-09-2008 |
| 20090131232 | DUMBBELL STRUCTURE - The present invention relates to an improved dumbbell structure, in which a clamping portion, used for mounting weights, is located on two ends of a hand grip of a dumbbell. A clamping hole, a press operation recess and a fixing hole are defined on each of the clamping portions, and a clamping column is located within each of the clamping holes. A press operation column is disposed within each of the press operation recesses. When force is applied to the press operation column, then the press operation column exerts force on the clamping column, and causes the clamping column to separate from the weight. Accordingly, a user is able to quickly change weights on the dumbbell. | 05-21-2009 |
| 20090137368 | SQUAT RACK - An exercise device for supporting a barbell and weights thereon. The exercise device includes a pair of support members that are independently selectively engageable on a support beam. Each support member includes an elongated post with a first end positioned adjacent a floor surface and a second end having an adjustable clamp assembly for engaging the support beam. The clamp assembly suspends the post from the beam and is selectively engaged between a first clamping position and a second movable position. Each support post further includes an adjustable bar support assembly for retaining the barbell thereon. A leveling assembly may be provided on the first end of the post to orient the post at right angles to the floor and beam. The exercise device may further include a safety catch assembly mounted on each of the support members and one or more optional weight support assemblies for storing weights thereon. | 05-28-2009 |
| 20090143203 | COMPACT WEIGHTLIFTING FRAME SYSTEM - A weight lifting frame system with a rear frame member, first and second side frame members coupled to opposite ends of the rear frame member and a barbell holding and guiding assembly capable of releasably securing a barbell for selectively guided movement of the barbell relative to the side frame members. The assembly is configured to receive and releasably retain the barbell therein, and includes first and second guide members coupleable to the side frame members, and first and second movable holders coupleable to the guide members. | 06-04-2009 |
| 20090156373 | Liquid weight system for bench press and stations of home gym - A liquid weight system for a bench press and for stations of a home gym comprises barbells and having hollow portions and expandable disc-bladders which are weight adjustable by means of a utilization of varying levels of liquid supplied from a liquid tank system. The instant abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way. | 06-18-2009 |
| 20090170670 | Load-distribution cushion padding for engaging around a bar of a weight-lifting device and for cradling and protecting the cervical spine of a weightlifter by absorbing shock from the bar of the weigh-lifting device while the weight-lifter is doing a squat exercise - A load-distribution cushion padding for engaging around a bar of a weight-lifting device and for cradling and protecting the cervical spine of a weight-lifter by absorbing shock from the bar of the weigh-lifting device while the weight-lifter is doing a squat exercise. The padding includes a tube and a ring. The tube engages around the bar of the weight-lifting device. The ring surrounds a portion of the tube and cradles and protects the cervical spine of the weight-lifter by absorbing the shock from the bar of the weigh-lifting device while the weight-lifter is doing a squat exercise. The tube is made of molded thick foam of varying degrees of open and closed foam, thicknesses, and densities. The ring is made of a shock-absorbing low-density foam. The tube has a central portion containing a circumferential groove. The ring fills the circumferential groove in the central portion of the tube, and forms therewith, a shock-absorbing tube. The shock-absorbing tube has an axial slot completely therealong, which receives the bar of the weight-lifting device. | 07-02-2009 |
| 20090203505 | EXERCISE EQUIPMENT SAFETY APPARATUSES - In one embodiment, an exercise apparatus includes a gas spring, first and second proximate uprights, as well as first and second distal uprights. First and second safety bars extend between and are connected respectively to the first proximate and distal uprights and to the second proximate and distal uprights. An elongated platform or bench is disposed above an elongated base and includes a seat portion rotatably connected to a back portion. The gas spring has a lower end pivotally mounted on the elongated base and an upper end adapted for attachment to each of a plurality of attachment locations located on the back portion of the elongated platform. An actuator is operably coupled to the gas spring and adapted to cause the gas spring to move from an extended position to a retracted position thereby lowering or retracting the back portion of the elongated platform. | 08-13-2009 |
| 20090286658 | Multi-Angle Incline Dumbbell Bench Press - Devices, apparatus, systems and methods for using an inclined weight bench for supporting free weights, being adjustable and customizable for allowing a weight lifter to work out on their own without a separate spotter. The device can have a multi-step spotters platform, a detachable bench assembly with a backside support frame positioned at 45 degree angle with variable adjustable inclination. The device can have a vertical support post fixed to a lateral ground support and dumbbell support frame having one horizontal beam. The device can have dumbbell cradles having enlarged surface areas that safely support and hold the weights, reinforced angled support braces with two feet members and adjustable seat with pin-locking fasteners. Also, a separate spotter can be used that sits on one of the steps and straddles the backrest to help the lifter raise and lower the free weights when needed. | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090305851 | WEIGHT SUPPORT DEVICE - A workout device that supports free weights that move from a first position to a second position through engagement of an activation assembly includes a frame and an activating assembly having a pedal connected to the frame. An activating arm is connected to the pedal at one end and connected to a support arm at the opposite end, while a guide rail is connected to the frame such that the support arm is slidably mounted to the guide rail. | 12-10-2009 |
| 20090312162 | Safety device for spotting a user of a barbell without a need for human intervention - A safety device for spotting a user of a barbell without a need for human intervention. The device includes a frame, an interface ring assembly, and electrical/electronic apparatus. The frame rests on a level surface. The interface ring assembly is operatively connected to the frame, and interfaces with the barbell. The electrical/electronic apparatus is operatively connected to the interface ring assembly, and spots the user of the barbell without a need for the human intervention. | 12-17-2009 |
| 20100056346 | Barbell holder - A weightlifting barbell holder assembly is especially useful for mounting a weightlifting barbell in a generally horizontal position on a horizontal metal beam, typically an I-beam or U-beam. Preferably, the barbell is at least partially within a horizontal channel defined by the beam when mounted thereon. | 03-04-2010 |
| 20100130335 | Bench press - A bench press with a first pair of upright vertical supports and a second pair of upright vertical supports. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20100179033 | System and apparatus for storage and use of free weights - A method to prepare for and conduct an exercise using free weights while minimizing the risk of injury to an individual during the acquisition, use, and return of the free weights. | 07-15-2010 |
| 20100248913 | TECHNIQUE PLATES - An apparatus for weightlifting. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a plurality of technique plates. Each technique plate of the plurality of technique plates is an Olympic weightlifting technique plate. Each technique plate is formed as one piece of solid plastic-based composite, wherein a given technique plate is a different color from other technique plates of a different weight. Each technique plate has a color that is provided by the solid plastic-based composite. Each technique plate comprises a hole that is configured to receive a bar, wherein the hole of a given technique plate is rugged due in part to the given technique plate being one piece and made of solid plastic-based composite, wherein the hole of each technique plate has a hole tolerance and hole width that maintains sliding with ease and minimum teetering of the technique plate on the bar. Each technique plate is secure on the bar preventing damage to the technique plates when dropped on the floor. The plurality of technique plates being rugged, ease of use, and secure on the bar enables a user to focus on technique during weightlifting. | 09-30-2010 |
| 20110092344 | BARBELL HOLDER - A weightlifting barbell holder assembly is especially useful for mounting a weightlifting barbell in a generally horizontal position on a horizontal metal beam, typically an I-beam or U-beam. Preferably, the barbell is at least partially within a horizontal channel defined by the beam when mounted thereon. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110172066 | Weightlifting Support Apparatus - A weightlifting support apparatus comprises a frame assembly, a bench disposed thereon, a movable rack movably attached to said frame assembly, an actuation mechanism operatively coupled to said movable rack, and a control unit for selectively operating the actuation mechanism, The movable rack may support a barbell or heavy object thereon, and the actuation mechanism may impart a force on the movable rack to cause the rack to move in an upward or downward direction, thus assisting a user in lifting a barbell or heavy object when the user is incapable of lifting or moving the barbell or heavy object on his or her own. The apparatus reduces or eliminates the need for another person to standby while the user is lifting weights and improves the safety of the practice of lifting weights. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110183818 | Barbell Support - A barbell support safely assists with adding and removing weight plates between exercises. The barbell support provides leverage and stability for manipulating weight plates on the barbell. An embodiment of the barbell support has at least one cradle, a leverage handle, and at least one pivot foot. The cradle or cradles are capable of supporting and balancing a barbell. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110230316 | Weight lifting free fall restraint system - Generally, a weight lifting free fall restraint system which includes a support frame providing at least one free fall restraint element which, when coupled to a weight bar, retractably pays out a tether element in response to movement of the weight bar and restrains retractable pay out of the tether element in response to free fall of the weight bar. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20120129662 | WEIGHT LIFTING POWER MACHINE WITH SLAVE RACK - A weight lifting power cage for use by a weight lifter includes a floor frame assembly including a pair of side floor frames, a front lateral floor frame member, and a rear lateral floor member. A carriage is carried by the side floor frames and is movable simultaneously vertically and front to back. The carriage retains a weight bar mount for retaining a weight bar spanning between each side frame. The weight bar is movable by the carriage vertically and front to back. The movable carriage also carries a pair of vertical weight rack bars. An engagement mechanism enables the weight lifter to rack the weight bar from a weight lifting position without stepping forward or backward. | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120157271 | Adjustable Dumbbell Support Stand - Disclosed is a dumbbell support stand having a flat base, an upstanding support stand and a dumbbell support platform. The flat base allows for placement of the stand in close proximity to a weightlifting bench for improved access to the dumbbell, while further allowing its placement under a weightlifting bench for additional stability. The dumbbell support platform comprises a first and second embodiment, the first employing two, separated receiver supports having an angled rearward portion, and the second embodiment having a singular platform positioned at a slight angle from the vertical to assist a user grasping a nearly upright dumbbell when engaging in overhead dumbbell extension exercises. In the first embodiment, the two receiver platforms employ a forward and interior raised lip to prevent a dumbbell from falling from the platform, while the open space between platforms allows the user to grasp the dumbbell handle without obstruction. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120225756 | Rotating barbell support structure - A rotating barbell support rotatably holds a barbell in at least a first position and a second position by rotating the barbell between such positions. A user may lie on a bench and rotate the barbell to his or her lifting sweet spot while the rotating barbell support continues to support the weight of the barbell. The user may then begin one or more bench presses from his or her sweet spot without the need to maneuver the full weight of the barbell or the need for a spotter. The rotating barbell support may have a pair of biased support assemblies, each having a support arm and a post. The support arm may have a weight, spring, or elastic element attached thereto, while the post may have a barbell holder. The posts of the support assemblies may be biased to a backward tilted angle by the weight. | 09-06-2012 |
| 20120244999 | MODULAR SELF-SPOTTING SAFETY DEVICE FOR WEIGHTLIFTING - An embodiment of a barbell and dumbbell safety spotting apparatus is a weight support cable ( | 09-27-2012 |
| 20120252640 | Dynamic weight lifing machine - An exercise system utilizes exercise apparatus having at least two operative positions, a first operative position with a base fixedly contacting a floor, and a second operative position with the base spaced apart from the floor and horizontally moveable over the floor in any desired direction of travel. When a barbell is mounted at rest on the exercise apparatus the apparatus is in the first operative position. When the barbell is disengaged from the at rest position, the exercise apparatus moves to the second operative position. | 10-04-2012 |
| 20120289384 | WEIGHTLIFTING EQUIPMENT SUPPORT ASSEMBLY - This disclosure provides a weight support assembly including a main support mountable to an upright frame member to define a coarse position and a secondary support movable relative to the main support to define a fine position. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120329614 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR EXERCISE DEVICE - An apparatus including first, second, third, and fourth vertical members, a first top horizontal member which joins a top of the first and a top of the second vertical members, a second top horizontal member which joins a top of the third and a top of the fourth vertical members, and a third top horizontal member which joins a top of the first top horizontal member and a top of the second top horizontal member. The first, second, third, and fourth vertical members, and the first, second, and third top horizontal members form a cage structure. The apparatus may also include first and second dumbbell holder members adjustably fixed to the cage structure. The apparatus may also include devices for suspending a first and a second dumbbell from the cage structure. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20130065738 | MODULAR SQUAT STAND SYSTEM - The modular squat stand system may include a plurality of upright members, each including a plurality of upright member holes. The modular squat stand system may further include a base including a plurality of upright member sockets, each the plurality of upright member sockets including first, second, and third sides. The first and third sides may be connected by the second side. The first and third sides may be parallel relative to each other, and perpendicular relative to said second side. The first and third sides may each include a plurality of upright member socket holes. At least one of the first and third sides may include an integrated gusset. The plurality of upright member sockets may be configured to removably accept the plurality of upright members by receiving fastening members through the plurality of upright member socket holes and the plurality of upright member holes. | 03-14-2013 |
| 20130190143 | SPOTTING DEVICE - A spotting device for use during exercise routines is provided where a lineal motor includes a forcer that travels along a magnetic shaft to provide a resistance force in response to a force generated by a weight in order to provide assistance and safely to a user performing the exercise routine. | 07-25-2013 |
| 20130310228 | SAFETY DEVICE FOR LIFTING AND SUPPORTING BARBELLS - The present invention is a safety device and method of use that comprises a generally round eccentric disk having a peripheral edge and central rotation axis. The generally round eccentric disk has a barbell access slot extending from the peripheral edge to a seat. A cam lobe is formed with a support base adjacent the cam lobe and opposite the central rotation axis from the barbell access slot. The distance is from the peripheral edge adjacent the slot to the seat is greater than the radius of the barbell weights. Rolling the peripheral edge to orient the cam lobe beneath the seat lifts the barbell above the ground. | 11-21-2013 |
| 20140073493 | FREE WEIGHT SUPPORT APPARATUS AND METHOD - A weight lifting free-weight support method and apparatus comprising a support frame connected to at least one retractor assembly comprising a first and second reel having a locked and unlocked condition and an elongated strap with a first end and second end, the second end attached to a weight lifting free-weight, the first end having first and second spooling portions diverging from each other, the first spooling portion connected to the first reel and the second spooling portion connected to the second reel such that when the reels are in the unlocked condition the elongated strap is allowed to travel freely along a user-defined path relative to the support frame, and when at least one of the reels is in the locked condition, the spooling portions are prevented from unspooling from the reels, the locked condition triggered by unspooling the spooling portions at a rate greater than a predetermined rate. | 03-13-2014 |
| 20140121073 | WORKOUT SAFETY DEVICE - A portable safety device for use by fitness persons during a regimen involving the use of dumbbells. The device adapted to hold a dumbbell at the ready while the fitness person positions him or herself in the prone position on a weight bench to remove the dumbbell from the safety device in order to commence his or her fitness regimen, and wherein a cradle adapts to hold the dumbbell automatically moves to a dwell position away from the fitness person during his or her exercise. | 05-01-2014 |
| 20140128229 | PIVOTING TWIN ARM SUPPORT FOR FREE WEIGHTS - An apparatus for supporting a weight lifting dumbbell includes a riser and a cradle support arm pivotally attached to the riser at a first pivot connection. The cradle support arm may be selectively rotated around the first pivot connection between a raised position and a lowered position. The apparatus may also include a cradle for supporting a free weight. The cradle is pivotally connected to the cradle support arm at a second pivot connection. Moving the cradle support arm between the raised and lowered positions causes the second pivot connection to rotate around the first pivot connection in response to the cradle support arm being rotated around the first pivot connection. The apparatus may further include a cradle actuating link pivotally connected to the riser and the cradle. The cradle actuating link operates to cause the cradle to rotate counter to the rotation of the cradle support arm. | 05-08-2014 |
| 20140155230 | Release Movement Neuromuscular Developer - A weightlifting apparatus supports a weight bar and controls its path. The apparatus allows a lifter to complete the full range of a lift repetition encompassing lowering the weight and rebounding with an explosive lift to include release of the weight bar at the end of the lift. The apparatus controls and catches the weight bar at the bars greatest height. A gage on the apparatus allows measurement of the height of the bar so that progress can be measured. A spotter operates a return and reset mechanism in the apparatus to return the bar to the control of the lifter and to reset the catch mechanism of the apparatus. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140162850 | Pivotal Unit For Barbell - A barbell includes a rod and two tubular members are respectively mounted to the two ends of the rod. Two pivotal units are respectively located in the two tubular members and mounted to the two ends of the rod. Each pivotal unit has a washer, a bearing, a sleeve and a positioning member. The washer has a recess defined in one side thereof. The bearing is securely connected to the inside of the tubular member and a first end of the bearing contacts the washer. The sleeve is located in the bearing and securely mounted to the rod, a first end of the sleeve is movably engaged with the recess of the washer. The positioning member is a U-shaped manner and engaged with a groove defined in the rod. The positioning member contacts two respective seconds of the sleeve and the bearing. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140187391 | BENCH PRESS COMBINING FULL BODY SAFETY BARS AND GLIDING BAR HOLDER ARMS - A bench press and a power rack system having a combination of moving uprights to hold a barbell and safety arms to prevent dropping of the barbell on the user's body. The moving uprights being in the same plane as the safety arms and move inside them to provide maximum freedom for the users arms during the exercise, while protecting users entire upper body. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140200117 | Moveable Bar Catch with Support - A gym system is described. The gym system includes multiple vertical support members, each support member comprising a set of locking receptacles, and a moveable bar catch having a tubular body adapted to slide along at least one vertical support member, and a pivoting locking feature comprising a protuberance adapted to engage a particular locking receptacle from among the set of locking receptacles. A bar catch including a tubular body adapted to be able to be positioned along a support member of a weightlifting support apparatus is also described. The bar catch includes a solid hook adapted to support a weightlifting bar and to pivot at one end, allowing the solid hook to be placed in a moveable first position and a locked second position, a safety support adapted to provide support to the solid hook and the weightlifting bar, and a handle coupled to the tubular body. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140256517 | WEIGHT TRAINING DEVICE - An improved weight training device is configured to allow horizontal, vertical and rotational movement while ensuring safety. The improved weight training device includes a barbell that is immediately adjacent to two swivel bearing assemblies. The barbell is configured to slide through the two swivel bearing assemblies. A horizontal guide bar is immediately adjacent to each swivel bearing assembly. Each swivel bearing assembly is configured to slide along its horizontal guide bar. At least four vertical guide assemblies are in the improved weight training device. A vertical guide assembly is mechanically coupled to each end of each horizontal guide bar. Each vertical guide assembly is configured to slide vertically along its vertical guide bar. There are at least two brakes. Each brake is mechanically coupled to the barbell and further mechanically coupled to two of the vertical guide assemblies. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140287888 | BENCH HALO - A portable bench press safety device for preventing injury to ones head, face or neck which can be easily attached and removed without the need for tools from weight lifting benches of various sizes and dimensions. | 09-25-2014 |
| 20140296040 | MOTORIZED WEIGHTLIFTING RACK - A weightlifting rack includes a tower with a pair of arms terminating in catches to support a weighted bar. An actuator powered by an electric motor is connected to the arms to adjust the vertical position of the arms to accommodate different height weightlifters. After the bar is lifted from the catches, the catches can be pivoted rearwardly out of the way while the weightlifter performs exercises. | 10-02-2014 |
| 20150011367 | Bench Press Neck Guard - A portable lifesaving device that prevents a falling weight bar from injuring the neck while a weightlifter performs a bench press, including, two rods forming a “V” shape guard that rests horizontally over the neck (chest height) and is supported by two pillars at one end and by the chest at the other end, two pillars resting on the bench closely on each side of the neck, a crossbeam(s) that secures the pillars, a cushion under the converging end of the rods protecting the chest, two hooks positioned under the bottom of the bench, two bars the hooks to the top outside of the pillars preventing lateral collapse of the device, elastic straps pulling the bars and hooks inward to secure the hooks under the bench, and a bar on the crossbeam preventing a fallen weight bar from rolling onto the head. | 01-08-2015 |
| 20150065315 | Weightlifting aid - According to the invention there is provided an improved weightlifting aid and method of use thereof, comprising: a barbell supporting block element; and a plurality of barbell contacting arrangements for attaching different sides of the block element to a barbell; in which the one or more barbell contacting arrangements are releasably connectable to the barbell; so as to secure the block element to the barbell above the chest of a user performing a bench press exercise, the block element being of adjustable height depending on which part of the block element is attached to the barbell. | 03-05-2015 |
| 20150065316 | EXERCISE EQUIPMENT FRAME HAVING SECTIONAL STRUCTURAL MEMBERS - An exercise equipment frame, such as a power cage, is formed from uprights that comprise at least two sections that are telescopically interfit with one another. The sections have an interference fit between them when the telescopic interconnection is made that is tight enough to require the use of a tool that enables leverage greater than that achievable by the hand pressure of a user. The sections may be of substantially equal length to one another when forming the main uprights of the frame to allow packaging of the sections when disassembled in a carton of more regular dimensions. The sections may also be unequal length to allow coupling of a frame extension to the top of a completed power cage type frame. | 03-05-2015 |
| 20150072839 | Weight Training Apparatus - A weight training apparatus is described and taught. The weight training apparatus having a number of blocks preferably constructed out of wood. These blocks have an attachment mechanism such as a hook and loop fastener to adhere the blocks to one another. One of the blocks has straps that secure the apparatus to a weighted barbell for weight training. The user then lies, on their back, on a weight bench, and performs a typical bench press. The weighted barbell is brought down towards the user's chest in a controlled motion. The bottom block of the weight training apparatus touches the user's chest and the user exerts a force returning the weighted barbell to its original position. The weight training apparatus enables a user to perform modified bench presses to an exact depth without the requirement of a second person. It may also be used for rehabilitation purposes. | 03-12-2015 |
| 20150087485 | WEIGHT LIFTING EQUIPMENT AND METHODS - Various weight racks, plate racks, jerk blocks, and methods are disclosed. In some embodiments, the weight racks comprise one or more weight stands that can be connected and disconnected and that comprise rolling elements that allow free movement of the weight stands. In some embodiments, plate racks that allow weight plates to be rolled into and out of them are provided. In some embodiments, jerk blocks that are height adjustable without stacking are provided. | 03-26-2015 |
| 20150119210 | SAFETY DEVICE FOR LIFTING AND SUPPORTING BARBELLS - The present invention is a safety device and method of use that comprises a generally round eccentric disk having a peripheral edge and central rotation axis. The generally round eccentric disk has a barbell access slot extending from the peripheral edge to a seat. A cam lobe is formed with a support base adjacent the cam lobe and opposite the central rotation axis from the barbell access slot. The distance is from the peripheral edge adjacent the slot to the seat is greater than the radius of the barbell weights. Rolling the peripheral edge to orient the cam lobe beneath the seat lifts the barbell above the ground. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150306443 | FREE WEIGHT SIMULATING, WEIGHTLIFTING SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a free weight simulating, weightlifting system configured to allow the user to lift weights in a full range of motion while reducing shoulder joint pressure and having additional support safety. The system has a support base, sides that define the exercise area and guide rails that pivotally attach to the support base and barbell. | 10-29-2015 |
| 20150335939 | Weighted Barbell Stand - A weighted stand for use in storing several barbells in an upright and vertical orientation. The device provides a first plate and a second plate placed in opposition to one another, creating an open space therebetween. Both the first plate and the second plate have a plurality of apertures in which tubular members extend therethrough and are connected thereto. The tubular members provide a hollow interior and a first open end and a second open end. The user can insert the bar portion of a barbell within the first open end of the tubular members for storage in a vertical orientation therein. A weight member is positioned within the open area between the first plate and the second plate for anchoring and stabilizing the device. Further, a mat portion is connected to the second side of the second plate in order to prevent said device from sliding on the floor. | 11-26-2015 |
| 20150343255 | Exercise lifting bar with translating hand grips - The problems of efficiency and safety when exercising the pectoral muscles are solved in at least one aspect while maintaining low-complexity and portability by a free weight barbell with translating hand grips, with the grips having an integral weight application loading surface that moves with the grip. Provided is an exercise lifting bar having at least two hand grips, an integral loading surface for holding optional plate weights coupled to each hand grip, the paired or coupled grips and loading surfaces thereby defining a member; the members further being substantially cylindrical, collinear, and operable to translate relative to one another. Also included is a translation limiter to limit the motion between the members. A method of assembly and exemplary embodiments of the exercise lifting bar for use in cable exercises are also provided. | 12-03-2015 |
| 20150343296 | Safe Lift Guide - In accordance with one embodiment, a dumbbell attachment is provided. The primary object of the present invention is to provide an apparatus to aid athletes who train with weights, specifically dumbbells. The present invention will receive and support a dumbbell safely and comfortably. | 12-03-2015 |
| 20160045777 | Weight Training Apparatus and Method of Using - A weightlifting weight support assembly, said assembly comprising: a weight rack, said rack comprising a pair of vertical upright beams, each of said beams comprising a plurality bores disposed vertically along the front of said beams; an elongated cross member, said cross member comprising a pair of opposing ends; a lever arm selectively rotatably attached to at least one of said ends; a pair of vertical weight supports fixedly attached to said cross member, each of said weight supports comprising a longitudinal axis and a plurality of bores disposed vertically along said longitudinal axis; at least one weight bar receiver, each of said weight bar receivers comprising at least one protrusion for selectively engaging said bores of said vertical weight supports; and a first and a second cross member support subassembly, each of said cross member supports selectively attached to the front of said beams, each of said supports comprising a proximal end, said proximal end of said cross member supports comprising a bar receiving portion having an opening, a slot, and a trough, where said cross member is slidingly engaged with said bar receiving portion; and a distal end, said distal end of each of said cross member supports comprising a vertical plate, a pin extending perpendicularly from said plate, and at least one horizontal hook extending from said plate, said distal end of each said cross member removably connectable to said rack via an engagement of said pin in said bore and said horizontal hook around said vertical beam of said rack. | 02-18-2016 |
| 20160074695 | FITNESS STRUCTURE - A fitness structure includes a first standing member including a plurality of first guiding grooves located at different heights, a second standing member facing the first standing member and including a plurality of second guiding grooves respectively facing the plurality of first guiding grooves, and a catcher bar including a barbell support part extending in a first direction and an inserting and withdrawing part protruding from both end portions of the barbell support part, and supported by the first standing member and the second standing member as the inserting and withdrawing part is inserted into one of the plurality of first guiding grooves and one of the plurality of second guiding grooves facing each other, in which each of the plurality of first guiding grooves and the second guiding groove includes a horizontal groove guiding the inserting and withdrawing part in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction from an opening that is an entrance into which the inserting and withdrawing part is inserted, and a vertical groove connected from the horizontal groove and guiding the inserting and withdrawing part toward an accommodation part, and the inserting and withdrawing part has a vertical cross-section at least partially extending in a lengthwise direction of the vertical groove. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160107020 | EXERCISING APPARATUS - An apparatus for supporting an exercise weight is disclosed. The apparatus includes a frame comprising a base member structurally configured to be placed on a surface, a weight support member coupled to the base member, and at least one movable member movably coupled to the weight support member. The apparatus further includes at least one arm, wherein a first end of the at least one arm is coupled to the movable member. Further, the apparatus includes at least one cradle coupled to a second end of the at least one arm, wherein the at least one cradle is structurally configured to support an exercise weight. Moreover, the apparatus includes an actuator coupled to the movable member, wherein the actuator is configured to change a position of the movable member along the axis. | 04-21-2016 |
| 20160158591 | WEIGHT TRAINING STRUCTURES - A weight training structure includes two exterior structures, a strut connected between the two exterior structures, two interior structures, and a lifting structure movably connected to the two interior structures and configured to support weight. Each exterior structure has a plurality of walls defining an internal portion. Each interior structure is positioned in the internal portion of and movably connected to one of the exterior structures. The lifting structure is movable between a raised position in which the lifting structure is not in contact with the two interior structures and a lowered position in which the lifting structure is in contact with the two interior structures forcing the two interior structures to move between an extended position and a retracted position in the internal portion of the two exterior structures. Other example embodiments of weight training structures, exterior structures, interior structures, lifting structures, etc. are also disclosed. | 06-09-2016 |
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