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Break apart spherical exercise apparatusRelated Patent Categories: Exercise Devices, Sit Up DeviceBreak apart spherical exercise apparatus description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070225133, Break apart spherical exercise apparatus. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
[0001] TABLE-US-00001 CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPPLICATION: None FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH: Not Applicable SEQUENCE LISTING OR PROGRAM: Not Applicable STATEMENT REGARDING COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL [0002] Portions of the disclosure of this patent document contain material that is subject to copyright protection. The copyright owner has no objection to the facsimile reproduction by anyone of the patent document or the patent disclosure as it appears in the Patent and Trademark Office file or records, but otherwise reserves all copyright rights whatsoever. BACKGROUND [0003] The present invention relates in general to exercise devices, more particularly to inflatable spherical exercise device constructions, and more particularly, to an exercise apparatus that includes two flexible and inflatable hemispherical members, which can be attached to form a spherical exercise sphere. [0004] Exercise devices of spherical and hemispherical construction are well known in the art and may be used for different fitness purposes. These devices are made from a range of materials, and their structures are designed for particular purposes. Several spherical exercise devices have been developed in the past. For example, U.S. Pat. No. 3,176,982 to O'Daniell discloses a resilient inflatable device that mainly includes a flat base and an inflatable resilient dome-shaped member. The flat base is secured to the dome-shaped member. The device is adapted to repel or bounce away persons or objects when they come into contact with the device, especially with an excess of force. This device can be used for amusement or fitness purposes, but is merely hemispherical in shape. [0005] U.S. Pat. No. 2,689,357 to Hornback discloses a device that includes a pair of buoyant and semi-spherical members which are preferably hollow and are adapted to be inflated. The two semi-spherical members, when separated by a distance and connected by a flexible connecting member, can be used as swimming wings. The two semi-spherical members can also be connected together after their respective flat surfaces are in abutting relationship. In this mode, the device can be used as a beach ball. However, this device lacks the connectivity disclosed by the present invention, and does not support the weight of a person in various configurations. [0006] U.S. Pat. No. 1,116,393 to Despot discloses an inflatable foldable device that can be secured to a person for preventing drowning. The device is spherical and includes a framework formed of semi-circular ribs. One of the ribs has its collar secured to a shaft, which can be turned by means of an externally positioned crank. Upon turning the crank, the device can be easily folded when not in use. [0007] In U.S. Pat. No. 1,234,826 to Tortomasi a spherical device that can be used as a life saving float is disclosed. The device mainly includes two hollow hemispheres, which can be secured together in a spherical formation by means of a plurality of locking latches. A side pocket or compartment is provided in the hemispheres to store necessary articles. [0008] Although the above devices are of generally spherical or hemispherical construction, their detailed structure and purposes differ from the present invention. Furthermore, none of the inventions in the current art have the capability for a wide range of excercises as contemplated by the present invention. [0009] Therefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide a spherical exercise apparatus, which provides gripping and ant-slip features. [0010] A further object is to provide a spherical exercise apparatus, which can be formed by removably attaching two hemispherical members. [0011] A further object is to provide a spherical exercise apparatus, which is flexible and inflatable. [0012] Finally, it is an object of the present invention to provide a spherical exercise apparatus, which can also be used to perform exercises by using the individual hemispheres. These and other objects of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the appended Summary, Description, and Claims. SUMMARY [0013] The present invention is directed to a flexible spherical exercise apparatus. The apparatus is includes two inflatable hemispherical members, which can be removably attached together to form a spherical object. The spherical object can be used for performing a variety of exercises. In addition, each hemispherical member can also be used individually to perform other exercises. The hemispherical members can be made of flexible materials, such as rubber, so that they can be inflated with fluid or air. The flat bases of the hemispherical members are made to abut each other and fasten together. Hook and loop fasteners, snaps, laces, buckles, latches, or the like can be used as the means to removably attach the hemispherical members. [0014] The hemispherical members include gripping and anti-slip features on their convex surfaces. Hook and loop fasteners disposed on the convex surfaces of the hemispherical members can provide good grip when used in conjunction with hook and loop fasteners on a user's glove. The material used for fabricating the hemispherical members comprises rubber or another malleable material with anti-slip properties. [0015] In another preferred embodiment, the apparatus includes a separate plate-like member that acts as a base between the hemispherical members. The flat plate-like member also includes a hook and loop fastener system, so that it can be removably attached between the flat surfaces of the hemispherical members. In another preferred embodiment, each hemispherical member can include a base member attached to its flat surface. The base members include a suitable means comprising hook and loop fasteners, rings, snaps, laces, buckles, latches, or the like, to removably attach the hemispherical members. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES [0016] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the exercise apparatus in accordance with the present invention. [0017] FIGS. 2A and 2B are front views of two embodiments of the exercise apparatus. [0018] FIG. 3 is a front view of one of the hemispherical member with its flat surface on the ground. [0019] FIG. 4 shows various exercises that can be performed by using the exercise apparatus. [0020] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the exercise apparatus that includes a separate plate-like member. Continue reading about Break apart spherical exercise apparatus... 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