ES1271765U - WEIGHT ACCESSORY - Google Patents

Abstract

Accessory for weights that, applicable to be used in a dumbbell (2), of those formed by a steel bar (3) with interchangeable discs (4) that are fixed on both sides of it near its ends by means of fasteners. (5), is characterized by comprising: - At least one tubular piece (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15) of variable configuration which, in turn, comprises: - at least one hand (16) or foot (17) grip member, and - fixing means (18) that allow and secure its coupling removably to the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2). (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

WEIGHT ACCESSORY

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The invention, as expressed in the wording of the present specification, refers to an accessory for weights that contributes, to the function for which it is intended, advantages and characteristics that are described in detail below.

The object of the present invention lies in an accessory consisting of, at least, one grip piece of variable configuration that is specially designed to allow its incorporation in a removable way and, where appropriate, interchangeable between different models of the same to the bar. a weight, particularly a dumbbell of those formed by a bar and interchangeable discs, providing the possibility of expanding the way it is held and, with it, the range of muscular exercises to be performed, avoiding having to have different types of weights .

FIELD OF APPLICATION OF THE INVENTION

The field of application of the present invention is framed within the sector of the industry dedicated to the manufacture of gymnastic apparatus, focusing particularly on the field of weights and more specifically on accessories for them.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

As is known, the most frequently used weights and which take up less space, especially in the private sphere but also in gyms or sports facilities, are dumbbells. However, the muscular exercises that can be performed with them, consisting simply of a bar with weights on both sides, are limited, since, on the one hand, the length of the bar is limited, as it is designed to be held with a Single hand and, at most, the weights are interchangeable to increase or decrease the lifting force, for example in the case of plates or discs that are incorporated by the ends and are fixed by means of collars or safety clamps.

This means that, when the user wishes to perform other exercises, he is forced to use other equipment or different weights, which leads to an increase in the occupied space and also an increase in the acquisition cost.

The objective of the present invention is, therefore, to provide the market with an accessory element that allows modifying and expanding the possibilities of using the dumbbells so that, simply by adding one model or another of the accessory, different bodybuilding exercises can be performed with the same dumbbell, either with one or both hands or even with the feet.

On the other hand, and as a reference to the current state of the art, it should be noted that, at least by the applicant, the existence of any other accessory for weights, or any other invention of similar application, that presents technical characteristics and characteristics is unknown. structural equal or similar to those presented by the accessory claimed here.

EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

The accessory for weights that the invention proposes is configured as the ideal solution to the aforementioned objective, the characterizing details that make it possible and that distinguish it conveniently included in the final claims that accompany this description.

Specifically, what the invention proposes, as noted above, is an accessory for muscle training weights that, consisting of at least one grip piece of variable configuration, is specially designed to be removably incorporated, and in its case to be able to exchange it between different models of the same, to the bar of a dumbbell, preferably a dumbbell of those formed by a steel bar and interchangeable plates or discs, providing the possibility of expanding the way of holding the dumbbell and, with this, to be able to perform different types of muscular exercises, with the advantage of avoiding the need to have different types of weights or devices to perform these exercises as well as occupying less space.

For this, and more specifically, the accessory for weights object of the invention is configured, essentially, from at least one tubular piece, preferably metallic, comprising at least one hand or foot grip member and fixing means that allow its attachment removably to the bar of the dumbbell.

And, based on these general characteristics, the accessory of the invention presents various options for implementation aimed at providing different possibilities of use, in addition to using just one hand as usual, either with two hands or with one. or with both feet, to perform a multitude of different bodybuilding exercises.

Thus, in one embodiment, the described accessory comprises two straight tubular pieces with respective manual gripping members and coaxial coupling to the respective ends of the bar, on the outside of the position of the discs, so that the length of the same, allowing the use of the dumbbell as a bar for weight lifting.

In another alternative embodiment, the accessory of the invention comprises two angular tubular pieces with respective members for manual gripping and coupling at an angle to the respective ends of the bar, on the outside of the discs, so that, at the same time the length of the bar is prolonged, the angle of grip of the bar with both hands is modified, allowing it to be used as an angled barbell.

In another embodiment, the accessory comprises a single tubular piece that can be attached to the central part of the bar of the dumbbell, which defines a Y-shaped configuration with two symmetrical manual gripping members at an angle with respect to the axis of the bar to hold the barbell. the dumbbell with both hands.

In another embodiment, the accessory comprises a single tubular piece attachable to the central part of the bar of the dumbbell that defines a T-configuration with two manual gripping members parallel to the axis of the bar for holding the dumbbell with both. hands.

In another alternative embodiment, the accessory comprises a single tubular piece that can be attached to the central part of the bar of the dumbbell that defines a U-shaped configuration, with two hand grip members parallel to each other and perpendicular to the axis of the bar for holding the dumbbell with both hands.

And, in yet another embodiment, the accessory comprises one or two pieces, respectively attachable either to the central part of the bar of the dumbbell or to the respective ends of the bar, on the outside of the discs, which defines a frame-like configuration with a central gripping member parallel to the axis of the bar to introduce the foot, on the instep part, so that the dumbbell can be lifted with one or both legs at the same time.

Preferably, in any of the described embodiment options, the manual grip members that comprise the different pieces incorporate a cover made of non-slip material, for example rubber, to make the use of the dumbbell with said accessory more secure.

For its part, in the embodiment option in which the accessory piece or pieces comprise a gripping member for the feet, this preferably incorporates a plush and / or padded material to minimize the hardness of the metal and make the contact softer. tube with the foot.

For its part, the fixing means that allow the removable coupling of the pieces to the bar of the dumbbell, in a preferred embodiment, consist of an adjustment clamp by screwing, allowing the coupling of the piece or pieces both in the central part as at the ends of the dumbbell bar.

However, when the accessory includes parts that can be attached to the ends of the bar of the dumbbell, the fixing means that allow the removable coupling of the pieces, preferably, consist of a section of hollow cylinder provided with at least one clamping screw and having a diameter suitable to receive internally the end of the dumbbell bar.

With all this, the accessory allows, advantageously, to be able to do different types of exercises with a simple dumbbell, without having to have another type of bar. In addition, the user will be able to have one, two or more of the different implementation options described that the accessory can present to be able to put on or take out the one they prefer on each occasion, being able to do six or seven different exercises with a single dumbbell, in addition to those that can be done with the dumbbell itself.

The accessory is therefore ideal for exercises at home as well as in gyms, as it replaces other exercises that can also be done on a pulley.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

To complement the description that is being made and in order to help a better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, the present specification is attached, as an integral part thereof, to a set of drawings in which for illustrative purposes and non-limiting, the following has been represented:

Figure number 1.- Shows a schematic view in front elevation of an example of a dumbbell to which the accessory for weights object of the invention is intended, its appearance and parts for conventional use being appreciated;

Figure number 2.- Shows a front elevation view of the dumbbell shown in figure 1 incorporating an example of the accessory for weights object of the invention, specifically an example of a first embodiment option that comprises two symmetrical pieces of coaxial grip to the bar, appreciating its coupling to the respective ends of the bar;

Figure number 3.- Shows a front elevation view of the two pieces that constitute the example of the option of the accessory of the invention shown in figure 2, its configuration being appreciated independently of the dumbbell;

Figures 4 and 5.- They show elevational views, from the respective sides, of one of the pieces of the variant of the accessory shown in Figure 3;

Figure number 6.- Shows a front elevation view of the dumbbell incorporating an example of a second option of realization of the accessory of the invention, in this case constituted by two grip pieces at an angle with respect to the axial axis of the bar attachable to both ends of it;

Figure number 7.- Shows a front elevation view of the two pieces that make up the accessory, according to the example of the option shown in figure 6;

Figure number 8.- Shows a front elevation view of the dumbbell incorporating an example of a third option for making the accessory of the invention, in this case constituted by a single central coupling piece to the bar with two gripping members in V;

Figure number 9.- Shows a front elevation view of the part that constitutes the accessory of the invention, according to the option shown in figure 8, represented independently of the dumbbell;

Figures 10 and 11.- They show respective front elevation views of the dumbbell incorporating, respectively, options for making the accessory of the invention, specifically an example of an option constituted by a single central coupling piece with two parallel gripping members. to the bar in figure 10, and an option constituted by a single central coupling piece with respective gripping members parallel to each other and perpendicular to the bar in figure 11;

Figures 12 and 13.- Show, respectively, a front elevation view of the dumbbell incorporating an example of another option for making the accessory and of said accessory represented independently of the dumbbell, in this case an option that comprises a single piece central attachment to the bar with grip for the foot;

Figure number 14.- Shows a front elevation view of the dumbbell incorporating an example of another option for making the accessory, in this case an option that comprises two coupling pieces to the ends of the bar with grip for the feet;

Figure number 15.- Shows a front and side elevation view of the two pieces of the accessory, according to the example shown in figure 14, represented independently of the dumbbell;

Figure number 16.- Shows a front elevation view of the dumbbell, again incorporating an example of embodiment of the accessory of the invention consisting of two grip pieces that can be attached to both ends of the bar configured at an angle to the axial axis of the bar, in this case an example at a right angle or L configuration; Y

Figure number 17.- Shows a front elevation view of the two pieces that make up the accessory, according to the example of the option shown in figure 16.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

In view of the aforementioned figures, and in accordance with the numbering adopted, different examples of various non-limiting realization options of the accessory for weights of the invention can be seen in them, which comprises what is described in greater detail below .

Thus, as seen in said figures, the accessory (1) of the invention, applicable to be used in a dumbbell (2), preferably a dumbbell (2) of those formed by a steel bar (3) with discs (4) interchangeable that are fixed on both sides of the same near its ends by means of appropriate fasteners (5), such as the one shown in figure 1, essentially comprising:

- At least one tubular piece (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15) of variable configuration, preferably metallic, which, in turn, comprises:

- at least one hand gripping member (16) or for the foot (17), and - fixing means (18) that allow and secure its coupling removably to the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2) .

Considering Figures 2 and 3 it is observed how, in an option of In this embodiment, the accessory (1) comprises two straight tubular pieces (10) with respective manual gripping members (16) and fixing means (18) at one end of said pieces (10) suitable for coaxial coupling to the respective ends of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2), on the outside of the position of the discs (4), so that the length of the same is prolonged on both sides.

Taking into account figures 6 and 7 it is observed how, in another embodiment option, the accessory (1) comprises two angular tubular pieces (11) with respective manual gripping members (16) and fixing means (18) at one end. of said pieces (10) suitable for coupling to the respective ends of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2), on the outside of the position of the discs (4), so that, at the same time lengthens the length of the bar (3), the angle of both ends of it is modified, in this example forming an obtuse angle.

In Figures 16 and 17 another example of the previously described embodiment option where the accessory (1) comprises two angular tubular pieces (11), in this case in a right angle or L-shape, with respective manual grip members (16) and fixing means (18) at one end of said pieces (10) suitable for coupling to the respective ends of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2), on the outside of the position of the discs (4 ), so that, while the length of the bar (3) is prolonged, the angle of both ends thereof is modified, in this case forming a right angle.

Taking into account figures 8 and 9 it is observed how, in another embodiment option, the accessory (1) comprises a single Y-shaped tubular piece (12) with two symmetrical manual gripping members (16) and at a divergent angle with respect to the axis. of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2) and some fixing means (18) for its coupling to the part center of the bar (3).

Considering figure 10 it is observed how, in another variant of embodiment, the accessory (1) comprises a single tubular piece of T-configuration (13) with two manual gripping members (16) parallel to the axis of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2) and fixing means (18) for coupling to the central part of the bar (3).

Looking at figure 11, it is observed how, in another embodiment option, the accessory (1) comprises a single tubular piece with a U-shaped configuration (14) with two manual gripping members (16) parallel to each other and perpendicular to the axis of the bar (3) of the dumbbell and fixing means (18) for coupling to the central part of the bar (3).

In Figures 12 to 15, it is observed how, in another embodiment, the accessory comprises one or two frame-shaped configuration pieces (15) with a gripping member for the foot (17) parallel to the axis of the bar (3) and some fixing means (18) for its coupling, either to the central part of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2) in a unitary way, as shown in figures 12 and 13, or for its coupling to the respective ends of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2), on the outside of the position of the discs (4).

Preferably, the manual gripping members (16) of the piece or pieces (10, 11, 12, 13, 14) comprising the accessory (1) of the invention incorporate a cover made of non-slip material, for example rubber.

Likewise, the gripping members for the foot (17) of the piece or pieces (15) of the accessory (1) comprise incorporating a plush and / or padded material.

For its part, the fixing means (18) for the removable coupling of the pieces (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15) that comprise the accessory (1) to the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2) , either in the central part or at the ends of the bar (3), in one embodiment, they consist of a clamp for adjustment by screwing, as shown in the examples in Figures 8 to 13.

Optionally, the fixing means (18) for the removable coupling of the pieces (10, 11 or 15) comprising the accessory (1) attachable to the ends of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2) consist of a section of hollow cylinder provided with at least one clamping screw that has a diameter suitable to internally receive the end of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2), as can be seen in Figures 2 to 7, especially in figure 4, as well as in figures 14 and 15.

Having sufficiently described the nature of the present invention, as well as the way of putting it into practice, it is not considered necessary to make its explanation more extensive so that any expert in the field understands its scope and the advantages derived from it.

Claims (11)

1. - Accessory for weights that, applicable to be used in a dumbbell (2), of those formed by a steel bar (3) with interchangeable discs (4) that are fixed on both sides of it near its ends by means of fasteners (5), is characterized by comprising: - At least one tubular piece (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15) of variable configuration which, in turn, comprises: - at least one hand gripping member (16) or for the foot (17), and - fixing means (18) that allow and secure its coupling removably to the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2) . 2. - Accessory for weights, according to claim 1, characterized by comprising two straight tubular pieces (10) with respective manual grip members (16) and fixing means (18) at one end of said pieces (10) suitable for its coaxial coupling to the respective ends of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2), on the outside of the position of the discs (4). 3. - Accessory for weights, according to claim 1, characterized by comprising two angular tubular pieces (11) with respective manual grip members (16) and fixing means (18) at one end of said pieces (10) suitable for its coupling to the respective ends of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2), on the outside of the position of the discs (4). 4. - Accessory for weights, according to claim 1, characterized by comprising a single Y-shaped tubular piece (12) with two symmetrical and divergent angle manual gripping members (16) with respect to the axis of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2) and fixing means (18) for its coupling to the central part of the bar (3). 5. - Accessory for weights, according to claim 1, characterized by comprising a single tubular piece of T-configuration (13) with two manual grip members (16) parallel to the axis of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2) and fixing means (18) for coupling to the central part of the bar (3). 6. - Accessory for weights according to claim 1, characterized by comprising a single U-shaped tubular piece (14) with two manual grip members (16) parallel to each other and perpendicular to the axis of the bar (3) of the dumbbell and fixing means (18) for its coupling to the central part of the bar (3). 7. - Accessory for weights according to any of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the manual grip members (16) of the piece or pieces (10, 11, 12, 13, 14) incorporate a non-slip material cover. 8. - Accessory for weights according to claim 1, characterized by comprising one or two frame-shaped configuration pieces (15) with a gripping member for the foot (17) parallel to the axis of the bar (3) and some fixing means (18) for its coupling, either to the central part of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2) in a unitary way, or for its coupling to the respective ends of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2), on the outside of the position of the discs (4). 9. - Accessory for weights according to claim 1 or 8, characterized in that the grip members for the foot (17) of the piece or pieces (15) incorporate a plush and / or padded material. 10. - Accessory for weights according to any of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the fixing means (18) for the removable coupling of the pieces (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15) to the bar (3 ) of the dumbbell (2) consist of an adjustment clamp by screwing. 11. - Accessory for weights according to any of claims 2, 3 and 8, characterized in that the fixing means (18) for the removable coupling of the pieces (10, 11 or 15) attachable to the ends of the bar (3 ) of the dumbbell (2) consist of a section of hollow cylinder provided with at least one clamping screw having a diameter suitable for internally receiving the end of the bar (3) of the dumbbell (2).