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Ball exerciser and method of using the sameRelated Patent Categories: Exercise Devices, Involving User Translation Or Physical Simulation ThereofBall exerciser and method of using the same description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070117682, Ball exerciser and method of using the same. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] The present invention is directed toward an exercise device and more particularly, toward an improved exercise device and method that offers the option of a combined aerobic and anaerobic workout for both the lower and upper body. [0002] Physical fitness and exercise have been and continue to be very important aspects of people's lives. To aid people reach their goals with regard to cardio fitness, numerous types of exercise devices are currently available. For example, treadmills, stationary bicycles, ski machines, rowing machines, and stair climbers are just a few of the more popular devices. [0003] Many of the above described exercise devices are designed primarily for the legs. Rowing machines, of course, also provide exercise for the upper body although they are normally designed for specific muscle groups. It is also known to provide some stationary exercise devices such as ski machines with moveable handles for exercising ones arms. Such handles, however, provide only for monotonous forward and back movement. [0004] Weightlifting is yet another form of exercise and conditioning tool used by many who are concerned with maintaining their health and a desired level of fitness. To aid in this endeavor, free weights as well as many machines are available that exercise and strengthen various muscles, either individually or simultaneously. [0005] Devices that combine a cardio workout with muscle toning are also very popular. For example, elliptical machines provide an aerobic workout as well as upper body strengthening. However, because these machines are constructed in such a way that the portion of the machine providing the cardio workout is tied into the muscle toning portion of the machine, the exerciser is forced into always combining the two types of workouts. [0006] Therefore, a need exists for an exercise device that gives the exerciser the option of an aerobic workout, an anaerobic workout, or a combination of the two and which provides the user with the ability to vary the muscle groups being worked. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0007] The present invention is designed to overcome the deficiencies of the prior art discussed above. It is an object of the present invention to provide an exercise device that provides a combined aerobic and anaerobic workout. [0008] It is a further object of the present invention to provide an exercise device that provides an exerciser with the options of a cardio workout combined with muscle toning, a cardio workout, or muscle toning. [0009] In accordance with illustrative embodiments demonstrating features and advantages of the present invention, there is provided an exercise device that is comprised essentially of a substantially spherically shaped ball having a diameter of approximately eighteen to twenty four inches. A support structure supports the ball so that it is rotatable in substantially any direction. The ball is preferably positioned at least waist high to a person wishing to exercise using said ball. To exercise, the person places his or her hands in various positions as desired such as on opposite sides of the ball and moves them back and forth to rotate the ball about a any axis. Alternatively, the person can move his or her hands up and down or in substantially any direction while rotating the ball. Using a variable resistance means, the amount of force needed to rotate the ball can be adjusted so as to increase or decrease the workout. The ball can be used alone or it can be positioned in front of a stationary workout apparatus such as a treadmill to be used simultaneously therewith. [0010] Other objects, features, and advantages of the invention will be readily apparent from the following detailed description of a preferred embodiment thereof taken in conjunction with the drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0011] For the purpose of illustrating the invention, there are shown in the accompanying drawings forms that are presently preferred; it being understood that the invention is not intended to be limited to the precise arrangements and instrumentalities shown. [0012] FIG. 1 is a front perspective view a first embodiment of the invention showing the same being used in combination with a treadmill; [0013] FIG. 2 is a front perspective view of a stand that forms a part of the first embodiment of present invention; [0014] FIG. 3 is a partial front elevational view of the stand of the first embodiment of FIG. 2; [0015] FIG. 4 illustrates the pivotable nature of the stand of the first embodiment of the invention; [0016] FIG. 5 is a side elevational view of the first embodiment of the invention; [0017] FIG. 6 is an exploded view of the base of the stand shown in the foregoing figures, and FIG. 7 is a schematic cross-sectional representation of a second embodiment of the invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS [0018] Referring now to the drawings in detail wherein like reference numerals have been used throughout the various figures to designate like elements, there is shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 a first embodiment of an exercise device constructed in accordance with the principles of the present invention and designated generally as 10. [0019] The exercise device 10 of the present invention essentially includes a substantially spherically shaped ball 12 which preferably has a diameter of between 12 and 36 inches but preferably between 18 to 24 inches. The ball 12 may be made of substantially any material and can be either solid or hollow. Alternatively, and for the reasons discussed more fully below, the ball may be partially or completely filled with particulate material such as sand or magnetically attractable metal fillings or the like. [0020] The ball 12 is mounted so that it can be manually rotated utilizing a person's hands. Preferably, the ball can be rotated in any direction. As will become apparent, however, certain benefits can be obtained utilizing the present invention if the ball 12 is mounted to be rotatable about only a vertical axis or about only a horizontal axis. Again, however, it is preferred that the ball 12 be mounted for rotation about at least two orthogonal axes. Continue reading about Ball exerciser and method of using the same... Full patent description for Ball exerciser and method of using the same Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Ball exerciser and method of using the same patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. 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