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Exercise apparatus and method of using same

Exercise apparatus and method of using same description/claims

This is a Continuation In Part Application of co-pending U.S. application Ser. No. 11/594,457 filed Nov. 7, 2006.

The present invention relates to generally to exercise devices. More particularly, the invention concerns a novel exercise device that includes an adjustable body-encircling strap to which elastomeric cords are attached. Each elastomeric cord has a gripping handle connected to the free end thereof for gripping by the trainee to enable the trainee to exercise body muscles of the arms, legs, shoulders and back while sitting, standing, or lying by controllably stretching the cords against the resistance offered thereby.

A wide variety of different types of exercise devices have been suggested in the past. Many such devices comprise heavy and bulky weight lifting machines which typically include various cable arrangements for lifting weights. Other such prior art devices comprise various types of large machines which include elastic cords and straps that replace the weights found in conventional weight lifting machines. Additionally, several types of inexpensive, easily portable elastic exercising devices are on the market. Exemplary of such devices is a device offered for sale on the internet under the name and style RIPCORDS and an exercise device offered for sale by Lifestyle Sports of Dunkirk, N.Y. under the name and style Flex Band.

It is an object of the present invention to provide an exercise device that includes a body-encircling strap that can be adjustably fitted about various portions of the user's body. Adjustably and removably afixed to the body-encircling strap is a resistance module that comprises a connector sleeve to which a pair of elastomeric cords are connected. The elastomeric cords of the resistance module can be extended by the user in a manner to enable the user to exercise body muscles of the arms, legs, shoulders and back while walking, sitting, standing, or lying.

Another object of the invention is to provide an exercise device of the aforementioned character that includes a plurality of resistance modules of differing resistance that can be selectively interconnected with the body and circling strap of the device.

Another object of the invention is to provide a device of the character described in the preceding paragraph in which each of the exercising modules is provided with a foot engaging strap for engagement by the foot of the trainee. Another object of the invention is to provide a device of the character described in which each elastomeric cord of each resistance module has a gripping member connected thereto for gripping by the hands and feet of the trainee to enable the cords to be controllably stretched against the resistance offered thereby by extension of the trainee's arms and legs.

Another object of the invention is to provide an exercise device as described in the preceding paragraphs in which the exercise module is slidably movable relative to the body encircling strap so as to enable the exercise module to be positioned at various locations about the trainee's waste.

Another object of the invention is to provide an exercise device of the character described which is lightweight, readily portable and is easy and convenient to use so as to permit the user to tone or firm up various body muscles while at the office, at a hotel, at the beach, at the park, while traveling and during leisure time, such as while walking or watching television.

Another object of the invention is to provide an exercise device of the class described that includes a body-encircling support strap that is easily adjusted so that it can be snugly fit about various portions the user's body in a manner to prevent slippage during the performance of a particular exercise.

Another object of the invention is to provide an exercise device as described in the preceding paragraphs in which the elastomeric cords of each of the resistance modules can be of various lengths, diameters and tensile strengths so as to provide various degrees of resistance.

Another object of the invention is to provide an exercise device as described in the previous paragraph in which the elastomeric cords of each of the resistance modules are color-coded to indicate their degree of resistance.

Another object of the invention is to provide an exercise device of the type described that is useful for post operation rehabilitation of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee and ankle.

Another object of the invention is to provide an exercise device that is useful to prevent swelling of the feet, legs, ankles, wrist and back due to prolonged sitting during travel.

Another object of the invention is to provide an inexpensive exercising device of simple construction that is suitable for use by people of various ages and physical capabilities.

Another object of the invention is to provide an inexpensive exercising device that can be used to reduce swelling in the upper and lower extremities.

The forgoing as well as other objects of the invention are realized and attained by the novel exercise apparatus more fully described in the paragraphs that follow.

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