A trap bar assembly includes a central frame at least partially defining an open region, a pair of weight bars each extending from the central frame along a common axis, the common axis extending through the open region, and a frame bracket connected to the central frame. The frame bracket is removably connectable to any of a plurality of interchangeable handles. Each of the plurality of interchangeable handles comprises a handle bracket and a grip, wherein the handle bracket is removably connectable to the frame bracket.
An attachment handle for an exercise machine includes a flexible tension member, a first ring secured to a first end of the flexible tension member, a second ring secured to a second end of the flexible tension member, and a hand grip having a bore surrounding the flexible tension member. The hand grip is slideable along the flexible tension member between the first and second rings. The hand grip defines a first shoulder at a first end of the hand grip and a second shoulder at a second end of the hand grip.
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An exercise bar includes a center bar; a pair of weight bars, each weight bar rotatable relative to the center bar about a pivot axis to a plurality of camber positions; a pair of support bars configured to rest on a user's shoulder, each support bar extending from one of the weight bars; and a locking mechanism for locking the weight bars in any of the plurality of camber positions.
A63B 21/00 - Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
A63B 21/075 - Dumb-bells, bar-bells or the like with variable weights
An exercise bar includes a center bar; a pair of weight bars, each weight bar rotatable relative to the center bar about a pivot axis to a plurality of camber positions; a pair of support bars configured to rest on a user's shoulder, each support bar extending from one of the weight bars; and a locking mechanism for locking the weight bars in any of the plurality of camber positions.
A63B 21/065 - User-manipulated weights worn on user's body
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Cam mechanism for adjustable torque without cable slack
A cam mechanism may include a cam assembly rotatably mounted to an axis shaft and having a profile arc adapted for receiving a belt or cable, a belt adjustment lever pivotally mounted to the cam assembly and having a control bearing, and a cam range slot plate rigidly mounted to the axis shaft and defining a slot in sliding communication with the control bearing of the belt adjustment lever, wherein the belt adjustment lever is connected to one end of a belt or cable, and the opposite end of the belt or cable is connected to a moveable weight stack, and wherein the cam assembly is rotatable relative to the cam range slot plate.
A63B 21/00 - Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
A63B 21/062 - User-manipulated weights including guide for vertical array of weights
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An attachment handle for an exercise machine includes a flexible tension member, a first ring secured to a first end of the flexible tension member, a second ring secured to a second end of the flexible tension member, and a hand grip having a bore surrounding the flexible tension member. The hand grip is slideable along the flexible tension member between the first and second rings. The hand grip defines a first shoulder at a first end of the hand grip and a second shoulder at a second end of the hand grip.
A63B 21/04 - Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters attached to static foundation
A63B 21/055 - Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters extension element type
A63B 22/18 - Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements with elements having a circulating or rotating movement, generated by oscillating movement of the user
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Removable lat pull-down seat for an exercise system
An exercise machine may include a support frame with a first and second column; a plurality of guide members movably mounted along both columns; and at least one attachment detachably mounted onto either column, thereby securing the at least one attachment to the support frame. The at least one attachment may include a first portion; a second portion extending from the first portion; and a locking mechanism extending from the second portion. The locking mechanism may include at least one stationary locking pin received by either column; and a movable locking pin configured to be received by either column. The at least one attachment is detachably mounted onto either column simultaneously with the plurality of guide members, and at least one of the plurality of guide members positions an operative portion of a weight arrangement at a location along the support frame.
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An exercise machine may include a support frame; at least one weight rack configured to receive added weight; and a weight ratio arrangement engaged with the support frame, the at least one weight rack, and a first attachment. The weight ratio arrangement may include an exercise cable having a first end connected to the first attachment and a second end connected to a portion of the machine; at least two movable pulley blocks, each including at least one pulley, wherein the at least one weight rack is attached to and configured to move with one of the at least two movable pulley blocks; and a locking mechanism movable between a locked position in which only one movable pulley block is movable and an unlocked position in which the two movable pulley blocks are movable. The exercise cable may be operatively connected to the at least two movable pulley blocks.
An exercise machine may include a support frame; at least one weight rack configured to receive added weight; and a weight ratio arrangement engaged with the support frame, the at least one weight rack, and a first attachment. The weight ratio arrangement may include an exercise cable having a first end connected to the first attachment and a second end connected to a portion of the machine; at least two movable pulley blocks, each including at least one pulley, wherein the at least one weight rack is attached to and configured to move with one of the at least two movable pulley blocks; and a locking mechanism movable between a locked position in which only one movable pulley block is movable and an unlocked position in which the two movable pulley blocks are movable. The exercise cable may be operatively connected to the at least two movable pulley blocks.
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A63B 21/062 - User-manipulated weights including guide for vertical array of weights
An exercise machine including a support frame, a weight stack slidably connected to the support frame, a weight ratio pulley arrangement engaged with the support frame, the weight stack, and an attachment extending from the support frame, the weight ratio arrangement including an exercise cable and at least two movable pulley blocks, a weight stack pulley arrangement engaged with the support frame, the weight stack, and one of the movable pulley blocks of the weight ratio pulley arrangement, the weight stack pulley arrangement including a weight stack cable, the weight stack cable being in operative connection with one of the movable pulley blocks of the weight ratio pulley arrangement, and a locking mechanism movable between a locked position in which only one movable pulley block is movable and an unlocked position in which the two movable pulley blocks are movable.
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A63B 21/062 - User-manipulated weights including guide for vertical array of weights
A pulley rack for an exercise machine includes a support frame, an upright extending generally vertically within the support frame, a counterweight having one or more counterweight pulleys, the counterweight moveable in a vertical direction relative to the support frame, one or more guide pulleys mounted to the support frame, a cable end assembly mounted to the upright, and a pull cable having a fixed attachment end connected to the cable end assembly and a pullable end freely passing through the cable end assembly. The pull cable is routed through the cable end assembly, the counterweight pulleys, and guide pulleys such that a force exerted on the pullable end raises the counterweight. A section of the pull cable extends from the pullable end through the cable end assembly and downwardly to one of the guide pulleys mounted below the cable end assembly.
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A cable attachment handle for an exercise machine including a main mounting body defining a horizontal axis, a first stud extending from the main mounting body, a first handle mount rotatable about the first stud, a first handle extending from the first handle mount, a second stud extending from the main mounting body, a second handle mount rotatable about the second stud, a second handle extending from the second handle mount, and a cable attachment element affixed to the main mounting body between the first stud and the second stud.
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A63B 22/00 - Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements
A cable attachment handle for an exercise machine including a main mounting body defining a horizontal axis, a first stud extending from the main mounting body, a first handle mount rotatable about the first stud, a first handle extending from the first handle mount, a second stud extending from the main mounting body, a second handle mount rotatable about the second stud, a second handle extending from the second handle mount, and a cable attachment element affixed to the main mounting body between the first stud and the second stud.
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A cam mechanism may include a cam assembly rotatably mounted to an axis shaft and having a profile arc adapted for receiving a belt or cable, a belt adjustment lever pivotally mounted to the cam assembly and having a control bearing, and a cam range slot plate rigidly mounted to the axis shaft and defining a slot in sliding communication with the control bearing of the belt adjustment lever, wherein the belt adjustment lever is connected to one end of a belt or cable, and the opposite end of the belt or cable is connected to a moveable weight stack, and wherein the cam assembly is rotatable relative to the cam range slot plate.
A pulley rack for an exercise machine includes a support frame, an upright extending generally vertically within the support frame, a counterweight having one or more counterweight pulleys, the counterweight moveable in a vertical direction relative to the support frame, one or more guide pulleys mounted to the support frame, a cable end assembly mounted to the upright, and a pull cable having a fixed attachment end connected to the cable end assembly and a pullable end freely passing through the cable end assembly. The pull cable is routed through the cable end assembly, the counterweight pulleys, and guide pulleys such that a force exerted on the pullable end raises the counterweight. A section of the pull cable extends from the pullable end through the cable end assembly and downwardly to one of the guide pulleys mounted below the cable end assembly.
An exercise machine including a support frame, a weight stack slidably connected to the support frame, a weight ratio pulley arrangement engaged with the support frame, the weight stack, and an attachment extending from the support frame, the weight ratio arrangement including an exercise cable and at least two movable pulley blocks, a weight stack pulley arrangement engaged with the support frame, the weight stack, and one of the movable pulley blocks of the weight ratio pulley arrangement, the weight stack pulley arrangement including a weight stack cable, the weight stack cable being in operative connection with one of the movable pulley blocks of the weight ratio pulley arrangement, and a locking mechanism movable between a locked position in which only one movable pulley block is movable and an unlocked position in which the two movable pulley blocks are movable.
A centering device includes a receiving bracket configured to be attached to a bench unit including at least one wheel, the receiving bracket defines a receiving hole, and a catch mechanism configured to be attached to an exercise machine, the catch mechanism comprising at least one outer peg and a center peg, the outer peg defining a groove. The receiving bracket and wheels being engagable with the catch mechanism to center the bench unit with respect to the exercise machine.
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A cam assembly is disclosed which includes a cam having a first cam pivot, a second cam pivot, and a machine shaft guide; a range plate which is engageable with the cam; a belt connected to the cam; and a machine shaft connected to the range plate. The first cam pivot defines the motion of a first arc and the second cam pivot guide defines the motion of a second arc as the cam is adjusted. A method of using a cam assembly is also disclosed which includes engaging an adjustor on a cam; releasing a connection between the cam and a range plate; rotating the cam; releasing the adjustor; and securing a connection between the cam and the range plate.
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A63B 21/062 - User-manipulated weights including guide for vertical array of weights
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F16H 25/18 - Gearings comprising primarily only cams, cam-followers and screw-and-nut mechanisms for conveying or interconverting oscillating or reciprocating motions
F16H 37/12 - Gearings comprising primarily toothed or friction gearing, links or levers, and cams, or members of at least two of these three types
A fitness bar catch includes a first side plate, a central plate perpendicular and adjacent to the first side plate, a second side plate perpendicular and adjacent to the central plate and parallel to the first side plate, a stud extending perpendicular from the second side plate, a bar rest extending from the second side plate, and a safety mechanism extending from the first side plate. The safety mechanism may be engageable to prevent lateral movement of the fitness bar catch relative to a vertical support member.
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A fitness bar catch includes a first side plate, a central plate perpendicular and adjacent to the first side plate, a second side plate perpendicular and adjacent to the central plate and parallel to the first side plate, a stud extending perpendicular from the second side plate, a bar rest extending from the second side plate, and a safety mechanism extending from the first side plate. The safety mechanism may be engageable to prevent lateral movement of the fitness bar catch relative to a vertical support member.
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A supplemental weight stack is disclosed. The supplemental weights add a weight load to an exercise machine in increments less than the main weight increments. The supplemental weights can be stacked horizontally and can be designed such that when engaged, each supplemental weight acts upon an engagement mechanism. The user selects the supplemental weight by acting upon an adjustment mechanism, which, in turn, actuates the engagement mechanism.
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A63B 21/062 - User-manipulated weights including guide for vertical array of weights
A63B 71/00 - Games or sports accessories not covered in groups
A cam assembly is disclosed which includes a cam having a first cam pivot, a second cam pivot, and a machine shaft guide; a range plate which is engageable with the cam; a belt connected to the cam; and a machine shaft connected to the range plate. The first cam pivot defines the motion of a first arc and the second cam pivot guide defines the motion of a second arc as the cam is adjusted. A method of using a cam assembly is also disclosed which includes engaging an adjustor on a cam; releasing a connection between the cam and a range plate; rotating the cam; releasing the adjustor; and securing a connection between the cam and the range plate.
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