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Portable exercise pole and method of use

Portable exercise pole and method of use description/claims

1. Field of the Invention

The present invention relates to exercise equipment and the use thereof, and more particularly to a portable exercise pole mounted from floor to ceiling that does not mar either surface.

2. Description of the Background

Aerobic and other conventional exercise classes tend to grow somewhat redundant over time, and participants tend to become bored. Consequently, there is always a demand for imaginative and different exercises and routines to encourage people to continue enjoying fitness in their lives, as well as to help clubs and instructors retain their customers. Recent exercise trends include pilates, step aerobics, spinning, cardio kick-boxing, and many other equipment-intensive exercises. Pilates equipment includes, for example, a soft rubber ring, therapy exercise balls, power cords, and a mat. Step aerobics requires use of a portable aerobic exercise step. An exercise bicycle is necessary to partake in spinning exercises, while a punching bag is required for cardio kick-boxing.

Pole dancing is a fairly new form of exercise and instruction based on the better-known form of erotic dancing. It has become popular of late because some people enjoy learning how to pole dance, and because it brings an entirely new erotic element into fitness classes. Pole dancing is different from all other forms of exercise as it is intended to induce feelings of sensuality and confidence in the athlete performing the exercise. Pole dancing exercise requires the use of a vertical pole extending from floor to ceiling, and the dancer progresses through a sequence of exercises all entailing some degree of suspension, the pole thereby increasing upper body strength, toning and conditioning, and increasing an athlete's flexibility all at the same time.

The general concept of an exercise pole mounted floor to ceiling is known (U.S. patent application 20040220031 to Blacker). However, the Blacker '031 application is drawn to a telescoping exercise pole having an inner tension spring. The Blacker '031 pole requires a capture plug fixedly attached to the ceiling, to hold the upper pole section in tension with the ceiling.

U.S. Pat. No. 6,042,066 to Maharg et al. is also somewhat relevant inasmuch as it discloses a floor to ceiling tension support pole with a locking mechanism. The pole pieces are telescopable to adjust the length. A locking mechanism is done by turning a handle. Rubber feet absorb part of the telescopic movement.

U.S. Pat. No. 4,576,354 to Blessing, Sr. shows a panel support column for supporting sheet rock panels in an overhead position using telescoping rods and a compression spring. The support rod uses a plurality of height adjusting holes to which a clamp is attached to allow adjustment of the height of the column.

Neither of the foregoing nor any other known references teach or suggest the use of a portable exercise pole that can be readily and securely mounted from floor to ceiling, and which does not mar either surface despite arduous use.

It would be greatly advantageous to provide a portable exercise pole that is readily mounted floor to ceiling with nothing screwed into either surface, and that uses only screw-type compression to be held upright, and further has rubber stops on the base flange and rubber padding covering the top of the pole, which prevent both the floor and ceiling, respectively from being marred or damaged. Furthermore, it would be greatly advantageous to provide a portable exercise pole comprised entirely of inexpensive components that are easy to assemble.

Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a portable exercise pole having removable parts, where nothing is screwed into the floor or ceiling, thereby making the pole portable and simple to assemble and disassemble.

Still another object of the present invention is to provide a portable exercise pole having stop nuts and a jam nut, which counter compressive forces giving the pole added support and stability.

It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a portable exercise pole with 2-inch diameter rods so the athlete can grip the pole comfortably with one hand while performing exercises.

It is still another object of the present invention to provide a portable exercise pole that is sufficiently rigid to withstand at least 250 pounds of human weight and to withstand lateral forces exerted upon the pole during use.

It is yet another object of present invention is to provide a portable exercise pole with an extension to create a pole of additional height for a ceiling that is taller than a standard 8-foot ceiling.

Still another object of the present invention is to provide a portable exercise pole that has rubber stops on the base and rubber padding covering the top piece to prevent marring of the floor and ceiling, respectively.

Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a portable exercise pole having rubber stops and padding, which provide friction and a firm grip between the pole and the floor and ceiling, respectively, thereby allowing the pole to stand sturdy vertically and withstand lateral forces.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a portable exercise pole having rubber bumpers adhered to floor and ceiling bases that prevent damaging the floor and ceiling, respectively and that add stability to the pole through friction forces.

It is another object of the present invention is to provide a portable exercise pole that is fabricated of materials chosen to provide the appropriate degree of resiliency, durability, and longevity.

Yet another object of the present invention is to provide an exercise pole and method of use thereof that builds confidence in the athlete using the pole for exercises.

It is yet another object of the present invention to provide an exercise pole and method of use thereof that instills a sexy feeling in the athlete that uses the pole for exercises.

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