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Portable exercise devicePortable exercise device description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20080070754, Portable exercise device. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001]1. Field of the Invention [0002]The present invention relates to exercise apparatuses, specifically to a portable exercise device. [0003]2. Description of the Related Art [0004]In recent years, there has been a considerable increase in the number of individuals seeking physical exercise. While a wide variety of exercise routines are currently available, many individuals prefer those exercises that can be done in the home, and with minimum of equipment. Exercises to strengthen the arms and legs typically involve either heavy weights, or bulky springy resistance means. Exercises employing weights as a means of resistance often must be used in conjunction with a supportive apparatus, particularly where leg and arm strengthening exercises are to be performed. [0005]In response to this a plurality of portable exercise devices and attachment devices has been developed. These devices have been used in conjunction with supportive apparatuses, such as conventional chairs, bed frames, wheelchairs and the like, for exercising both the upper and lower body. Many of these portable exercise devices, however, are only able to attach to one or a few supportive apparatuses. This essentially limits the portability of an exercise device. [0006]Some improvements have been made in the field. Examples include but are not limited to the references described below, which references are incorporated by reference herein: [0007]U.S. Pat. No. 4,262,902, issued to Dranselka, discloses a portable pedaling type exercise device which is attachable to a conventional chair without alteration includes a rear member which is held rigidly between a pair of opposing legs of a chair by the application of compressive force. Flexibility in the location of the pedal assembly in relation to the chair and floor is achieved through adjustable length members of the supporting frame. A direct mechanism for applying selective drag to the pedal shaft and removable stirrups for securing feet to the pedals are also provided. [0008]U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 20060084555, by Garner, discloses an exercise machine including a frame and a drive arm pivotally engaged to the frame, for example, on an upright thereof. A cylinder is mounted at one point to the frame and, at a removed end of a plunger, has links or rod members to engage the removed end of the plunger to the frame and also to the drive arm. [0009]U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 20060160682, by Tate et al., discloses a training and/or exercise device and method for exercising muscle groups of the entire body is disclosed herein that is portable, easy to use, can work the muscles of the entire body, and does not have complicated integrating parts when in use. The device and method allows a free range of motion about a vertical axis without substantial resistance. The device allows a wide variety of movement using a single device, and particularly allows for balancing movements. Further, the training device may be stored under a bed or within the overhead compartment of an airplane. [0010]U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 20060084556, by Payne., discloses an exercise apparatus is a lightweight and portable exercise device that enhances the active care and rehabilitation of patients participating in programs of therapeutic exercise as other individuals who may wish to use the device for general physical fitness and exercise. The exercise apparatus comprises at least one resistance band secured to an anchor device, and handles with attachment rings, hooks, etc. to secure the handles to the resistance band(s). The anchor device is used to secure the exercise apparatus to either a door frame or to some other immovable object. The device is versatile enough to allow the user to employ a wide range of different type handles in order to achieve the desired exercise effect. Resistance can be varied and will increase linearly as the muscle shortens and becomes more efficient. The exercise apparatus can be used to exercise all areas of the spine as well as every major extremity joint from shoulders, elbows, and wrists to hips, knees and ankles without the need for rotating to different machines to exercise different body parts. [0011]Mexican Design Patent No. 19998, issued to Gonzalez, discloses [a manufacturing model for exerciser handlebars for a stationary bicycle that is completely different from those that are already well-known. This model of exerciser handlebars is characterized by its special form of design as an ornament that gives it a particular and very characteristic look. This model of handlebars is basically made up of handlebars proper that are rounded sectional tubes, in a form parallel to another set of handlebars that have helical elements by way of a spring downward and an intermediate form of elements to exercise weights (dumbbells); finally this model is made up of a tubular element of a squared off section to be able to be adapted to any type of stationary bicycle. [0012]The inventions heretofore known suffer from a number of disadvantages which include: the inability to attach to a plurality of surfaces and/or locations, having multiple and/or complex components, being bulky and/or large devices, and/or the inability to work a variety of muscles and body parts. [0013]What is needed is a portable exercise device and adapter that solves one or more of the problems described herein and/or one or more problems that may come to the attention of one skilled in the art upon becoming familiar with this specification. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0014]The present invention has been developed in response to the present state of the art, and in particular, in response to the problems and needs in the art that have not yet been fully solved by currently available portable exercise devices and adapters. Accordingly, the present invention has been developed to provide a portable exercise device and adapter that is easily attachable to a plurality of surfaces; is simple to manufacture, develop, and/or use; does not require multiple and/or complex components and/or cables; and can exercise multiple muscles in the body. [0015]In one embodiment, there is a portable exercise device which comprises a clamp, configured to removably couple to an object. The clamp may include: a spacing member; a first clamping member coupled to the spacing member and/or extending therefrom; and/or a second clamping member spaced from the first clamping member. The second clamping member may be coupled to the spacing member and/or extend from the spacing member. The portable exercise device may also include a clamping device coupled to the second clamping member. The clamping device may include: a pressure reducing plate disposed substantially parallel to the first clamping member; and/or an adjustment device mechanically coupled to the pressure reducing plate, configure to adjust a position of the pressure reducing plate. [0016]In another embodiment, the portable exercise device may include a first attachment member coupled to and/or extending outwardly from the clamp. A first exercise handlebar composed of a substantially rigid elongated member may be removably coupled to the first attachment member. The first exercise handlebar may include: a coupling member, configured to removably couple the first exercise handlebar to the first attachment member; a gripping portion extending from a spring portion sufficient to enable a user to grasp the first exercise handlebar; and/or a spring portion disposed in between the gripping portion and/or the coupling member, configured to provide the gripping portion with resistant flexibility. [0017]In yet another embodiment, the portable exercise device may include a second attachment member, substantially identical to the first attachment member, coupled to and/or extending outwardly from the clamp. There may be a second exercise handlebar, substantially identical to the first exercise handlebar, which may be removably coupled to the second attachment member. There may be a third attachment member, substantially identical to the first attachment member, coupled to and/or extending outwardly from the clamp. There may also be a third exercise handlebar, substantially identical to the first exercise handlebar, which may be removably coupled to the third attachment member. [0018]In another embodiment, the first attachment member, the second attachment member, and/or the third attachment member may be threaded. The coupling member may also be threaded. The clamping device may further include a hole selectively disposed through the second clamping member with the adjustment device disposed therein. The adjustment device may be threaded. [0019]Finally, the exercise device may include a buffering material selectively disposed on the pressure reducing plate and/or the first clamping member. This buffering material may be rubber and/or gummy like material, configured to provide a buffering material between the portable exercise device and/or an object. [0020]Reference throughout this specification to features, advantages, or similar language does not imply that all of the features and advantages that may be realized with the present invention should be or are in any single embodiment of the invention. Rather, language referring to the features and advantages is understood to mean that a specific feature, advantage, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. Thus, discussion of the features and advantages, and similar language, throughout this specification may, but do not necessarily, refer to the same embodiment. [0021]Furthermore, the described features, advantages, and characteristics of the invention may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments. One skilled in the relevant art will recognize that the invention can be practiced without one or more of the specific features or advantages of a particular embodiment. In other instances, additional features and advantages may be recognized in certain embodiments that may not be present in all embodiments of the invention. [0022]These features and advantages of the present invention will become more fully apparent from the following description and appended claims, or may be learned by the practice of the invention as set forth hereinafter. Continue reading about Portable exercise device... Full patent description for Portable exercise device Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Portable exercise device 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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