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Multi-configurable exercise deviceMulti-configurable exercise device description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20090124464, Multi-configurable exercise device. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
This application is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 11/566,220, filed Dec. 3, 2006, which claims the benefit of application Ser. No. 10/690,682, filed Oct. 22, 2003, which claims the benefit of provisional Application No. 60/420,184, filed Oct. 23, 2002, all of which are incorporated herein by reference. 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to an exercise device and, more specifically, to an exercise device that can be arranged into varying configurations allowing the user to perform a variety of exercises and activities. 2. Background of the Invention There are many exercise devices on the market today. The exercise community is continuously searching for an exercise device that provides maximum health and weight loss results while still being functional and easy to store away. Prior exercise apparatus have been disclosed in the following United States patents: U.S. Pat. No. 6,402,664 (T J Marston), U.S. Pat. No. 6,206,805 (K J Helton, et al), U.S. Pat. No. 6,063,007 (D Sithole), U.S. Pat. No. 5,899,838 (L J Jacobs), U.S. Pat. No. 5,855,536 (W T Wilkinson), U.S. Pat. No. 5,512,026 (W T Wilkinson), U.S. Pat. No. 5,474,509 (D W Hodgdon), U.S. Pat. No. 5,354,247 (W T Wilkinson), U.S. Pat. No. 5,066,001 (W T Wilkinson), U.S. Pat. No. 4,478,413 (J T Siwula), U.S. Pat. No. 4,223,945 (E Nikitits), U.S. Pat. No. 3,229,430 (W Berg), U.S. Pat. No. 4,026,016 (L Heftel), U.S. Pat. No. 2,575,593 (J C Perry), U.S. Pat. No. 2,097,273 (S E Feist), U.S. Pat. No. 1,818,428 (M Paysen), U.S. Pat. No. 310,226 (D B Rice et al.). None of the above patents, however, discloses the aspects of the current invention. The invention is summarized below only for purposes of introducing embodiments of the invention. The ultimate scope of the invention is to be limited only to the claims that follow the specification. Generally, the invention is incorporated in an exercise device comprising one or more blocks (or “step units”); that is a “first block”, a “second block”, etc. Each block has a horizontal platform (herein, “first horizontal platform”, a “second horizontal platform”) upon which the user can stand on and perform all types of exercise activity. It is preferred that blocks are connected together by hinges. The blocks can be of graduating heights or they can be the same height. The exercise device of the present invention allows the user to perform a variety of exercises and activities. Connecting blocks by swivel means at the corners allows for unlimited possibilities of configurations, exercises, stabilization of apparatus, direction, and range of motion. Each block can be easily disassembled, unlocked, disconnected or unhinged and neatly stacked for purpose of portability. The multi-tiered system has “ready to go” inherent progressive resistance. The range of motion possibilities allows arcs of upper or lower torso limb movement in all planes of motion with increased vertical depth and spheres. The exercise device can be used in unison with other types of exercise tools such as dumbbells, weighted pipes, sticks, and medicine balls. The exercise device can also have insertion points on the platforms to further increase the range of activities. Insertion points allow for the attachment of one or more stabilizer bars, pipes with handle for additional individual balance support, and other exercise enhancing attachments. An additional height level cap can be placed on each level to build a wider and level base. The wider base can be used for plyometric type exercises, single/dual foot step-ups when unit is in “tri-fold” configuration and when configured inline (I formation) it makes a sturdy weight bench. The apparatus is a strength and bodybuilding tool for the upper body as well, useful for bi-level push-ups, dips, and abdominal balance and bridge movements and holds at multiple-levels. Along with resistance from range of motion and varying heights and planes of movement, the exercise device works synergistically and is intended to work in unison with resistances such as dumbbells, weighted pipes, sticks, medicine balls or other implements. It can be used for individual home or fitness gym use. The exercise device also serves as a flexibility stretching apparatus. Light strong materials, such as aluminum or plastic or any other durable, light material are the desired construction material. A comfort pad or resistance grip can be added to block platform for increased functionality. Each exercise device can be assembled and built to varying heights, the top level ideally set to fit to a users\' knee level for 90 degree maximum knee bend with single foot placement. Each subsequent lower level can be positioned to a proportional height. The exercise device can be built for different sizes of people and leg heights for maximum benefit. Although primarily invented for health and fitness training, the device can also be used as stepladder, bench, or other structural support. The description of the invention that follows, together with the accompanying drawings, should not be construed as limiting the invention to the example shown and described, because those skilled in the art to which this invention appertains will be able to devise other forms thereof within the ambit of the appended claims. Continue reading about Multi-configurable exercise device... Full patent description for Multi-configurable exercise device Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Multi-configurable exercise device patent application. 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