WO2009012532A1 - Training device - Google Patents

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WO2009012532A1
WO2009012532A1 PCT/AU2008/001079 AU2008001079W WO2009012532A1 WO 2009012532 A1 WO2009012532 A1 WO 2009012532A1 AU 2008001079 W AU2008001079 W AU 2008001079W WO 2009012532 A1 WO2009012532 A1 WO 2009012532A1
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training device
affixed
arm
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Nathan Merchant
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Nathan Merchant
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Priority claimed from AU2007903997A external-priority patent/AU2007903997A0/en
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Priority to AU2008280834A priority Critical patent/AU2008280834A1/en
Priority to EP08772703A priority patent/EP2170469A1/en
Priority to US12/670,501 priority patent/US20100216609A1/en
Publication of WO2009012532A1 publication Critical patent/WO2009012532A1/en
Priority to AU2010100749A priority patent/AU2010100749A4/en

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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B69/00—Training appliances or apparatus for special sports
    • A63B69/20—Punching balls, e.g. for boxing; Other devices for striking used during training of combat sports, e.g. bags
    • A63B69/22—Punching balls, e.g. for boxing; Other devices for striking used during training of combat sports, e.g. bags mounted on, or suspended from, a fixed support
    • A63B69/222—Punching balls, e.g. for boxing; Other devices for striking used during training of combat sports, e.g. bags mounted on, or suspended from, a fixed support suspended from a fixed support
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B71/00—Games or sports accessories not covered in groups A63B1/00 - A63B69/00
    • A63B71/0054—Features for injury prevention on an apparatus, e.g. shock absorbers
    • A63B2071/0063—Shock absorbers
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B2225/00—Miscellaneous features of sport apparatus, devices or equipment
    • A63B2225/09—Adjustable dimensions
    • A63B2225/093—Height

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  • the present invention relates to a device for fitness training.
  • Fitness training that comprises a boxing or punching element is widely used to improve cardio pulmonary fitness.
  • Such fitness training is performed using a punching bag which is situated hanging from the ceiling or attached with a flexible stand.
  • Such punching bags do not allow for directional punching which is beneficial for cardio pulmonary fitness.
  • fitness training often utilises a partner holding punching pads.
  • a training device comprising a body with one or more arms extending from the body, with a striking pad affixed to each arm. Each arm is adapted for striking contact and resilient in response to striking contact.
  • the training device allows a user to perform boxing and cardio training exercises in a variety of positions and heights and to adjust the position of the striking contact as required. Further, the user does not have to be concerned that they might injure a partner holding punching pads, but instead can use their strength on the training device as they wish. This allows the user to do cardio or boxing exercises in their own time at the best of their ability.
  • the arms are spring loaded. In one form the arms comprise two or more segments which are attached together.
  • the body is adapted to be affixed to a wall and is moveable in relation to the wall, hi another form the body is adapted to be affixed to a stand.
  • the body is height adjustable to allow a user to position the body at the most appropriate height.
  • the arms are moveable in relation to the body.
  • arms are affixed to the body at an attachment point and the arms are moveable in relation to the attachment point.
  • the arms are angularly moveable in relation to the body.
  • each arm comprises two or more segments, each of which are moveable in relation to the body. This allows for a user to position the arms at an angle at which he wishes to punch or strike the arms.
  • the arms comprise two arms positioned to emulate arms extending from a human body.
  • the body is vertically moveable by means of a mechanical actuator, hi one form the mechanical actuator can be actuated without use of hands.
  • Figure 1 is a front view of a training device of one embodiment of the disclosure
  • Figure 2 is a side view of the training device of Figure 1
  • Figure 3 is a perspective view of a mounting of the training device of Figure 1
  • Figure 4 is a perspective view of a body of the training device of Figure 1
  • Figure 5 is a perspective view of an arm of the training device of Figure 1
  • Figure 6 is a front perspective view of a body and arm of the training device of Figure 1.
  • the training device 1 which is adapted for cardio pulmonary or boxing training.
  • the training device 1 comprises a body 10 which is adapted to be affixed with a mounting 11.
  • the mounting 11 incorporates attachment segments 12 which extend along each side of the mounting 11.
  • the attachment segments 12 include a plurality of attachment holes 13 which are adapted to allow the body 10 to be moved in the vertical plane up and down the mounting 11 and attached with mounting pins (not illustrated) to the mounting 11 via the attachment holes 13.
  • the training device 1 further comprises arms 15 which extend from the body 10.
  • Each arm includes a contact pad 16.
  • the arms are adapted to move with the body 10 such that the arms and therefore the contact pads 16 can be positioned at variable heights from the ground. As will be appreciated this allows for a variety of exercises as well allowing for a variety of users.
  • the contact pad 16 comprises a rigid base 17 and a yielding pad surface 18.
  • the pad surface 18 may be composed of a leather or rubber cover over a foam or rubber padding.
  • the pad surface 18 is designed to be punched by a user without injury.
  • Each arm 15 is composed of two arm segments 20 and 21.
  • Inner arm segment 20 is adapted to be affixed with the body 10 while outer arm segment 21 is adapted to be affixed with the contact pad 16.
  • the inner arm segment and outer arm segment 21 are attached together such that upon contact with the pad 16 the arm yields so as not to injure a user.
  • the inner arm segment 20 and outer arm segment 21 are spring loaded in relation to one another. This allows for a user to punch the contact pad 16, for the contact pad 16 to yield in response as the arm segments 2Q and 21 move with respect to one another and for the contact pad 16 to return to its original position. That is, the arms 15 are resilient upon punching contact.
  • Each arm 15 and each arm segment 20 and 21 is angularly movable with respect to the other arm segments and with respect to the body 10. As a result the contact pad 16 can be positioned in a variety of positions for a variety of exercises.
  • the contact pad 16 is moveable with respect to the outer arm segment 21.
  • the contact pad is affixed with the outer arm segment 21 such that the contact pad 16 can be angularly moved with respect to the outer arm segment.
  • the arms can be angled in one direction while the contact pad is angled in a different orientation to allow for great freedom of choice in selecting positioning for the contact portion.
  • the arms can extend outwardly from the body while the contact pad 16 is oriented to face downwardly from the body to allow for upper cut punching exercises.
  • the contact pad 16 can be positioned directly in front of the body 10 to allow for more straight forward punching exercises.
  • the body 10 is adapted to be attached with a stand (not illustrated).
  • the body 10 is vertically moveable up and down the stand and each arm 15 is moveable with respect to the body 10.
  • the body 10 and arms 15 are moveable by a mechanical actuator.
  • This mechanical actuator may be actuated without using the hands for a more seamless exercise regime.
  • the mechanical actuator is actuated to move the body 10 and/or arms 15 by foot actuation.
  • the body 10 and arms 15 are moveable by an electronic actuator.
  • the electronic actuator is programmable to allow a user to program the training device 1 for a particular exercise program or for a series of combination punching exercises.
  • the training device can be programmed to allow a user to do a sequence of punches upward and then directly forward.
  • the body is moveable in the horizontal plane either in a straight line or about a curve, hi this form the mounting 11 incorporates a horizontal segment (not illustrated) which allows the body to move horizontally with respect to its original position. This allows a user to incorporate motion into the exercise.
  • the training device allows a person to perform boxing and cardio training exercises without requiring the involvement of another person. Further, a user does not need to worry about injuring the person who is assisting. This allows a user to perform to their best ability.

Abstract

A training device comprising a body, one or more arms extending from the body, each arm being moveable in relation to the body, a pad affixed to each arm, the pad being adapted for striking contact and resilient in response to striking contact.

Description

TRAINING DEVICE
Field of the Invention
The present invention relates to a device for fitness training.
Background of the Invention
Fitness training that comprises a boxing or punching element is widely used to improve cardio pulmonary fitness. Generally such fitness training is performed using a punching bag which is situated hanging from the ceiling or attached with a flexible stand. Such punching bags do not allow for directional punching which is beneficial for cardio pulmonary fitness. As a result fitness training often utilises a partner holding punching pads.
Summary of the Invention Disclosed is a training device comprising a body with one or more arms extending from the body, with a striking pad affixed to each arm. Each arm is adapted for striking contact and resilient in response to striking contact.
The training device allows a user to perform boxing and cardio training exercises in a variety of positions and heights and to adjust the position of the striking contact as required. Further, the user does not have to be concerned that they might injure a partner holding punching pads, but instead can use their strength on the training device as they wish. This allows the user to do cardio or boxing exercises in their own time at the best of their ability.
In one form the arms are spring loaded. In one form the arms comprise two or more segments which are attached together.
In one form the body is adapted to be affixed to a wall and is moveable in relation to the wall, hi another form the body is adapted to be affixed to a stand.
In one form the body is height adjustable to allow a user to position the body at the most appropriate height. In one form the arms are moveable in relation to the body. In one form that arms are affixed to the body at an attachment point and the arms are moveable in relation to the attachment point. In one form the arms are angularly moveable in relation to the body. In one form each arm comprises two or more segments, each of which are moveable in relation to the body. This allows for a user to position the arms at an angle at which he wishes to punch or strike the arms.
hi one form the arms comprise two arms positioned to emulate arms extending from a human body.
In one form the body is vertically moveable by means of a mechanical actuator, hi one form the mechanical actuator can be actuated without use of hands.
Brief Description of the Drawings
Figure 1 is a front view of a training device of one embodiment of the disclosure; Figure 2 is a side view of the training device of Figure 1; Figure 3 is a perspective view of a mounting of the training device of Figure 1; Figure 4 is a perspective view of a body of the training device of Figure 1 ; Figure 5 is a perspective view of an arm of the training device of Figure 1; Figure 6 is a front perspective view of a body and arm of the training device of Figure 1.
Detailed Description of an Embodiment of the Present Invention
Referring to the Figures, disclosed is a training device 1 which is adapted for cardio pulmonary or boxing training. The training device 1 comprises a body 10 which is adapted to be affixed with a mounting 11. The mounting 11 incorporates attachment segments 12 which extend along each side of the mounting 11. The attachment segments 12 include a plurality of attachment holes 13 which are adapted to allow the body 10 to be moved in the vertical plane up and down the mounting 11 and attached with mounting pins (not illustrated) to the mounting 11 via the attachment holes 13.
The training device 1 further comprises arms 15 which extend from the body 10. Each arm includes a contact pad 16. The arms are adapted to move with the body 10 such that the arms and therefore the contact pads 16 can be positioned at variable heights from the ground. As will be appreciated this allows for a variety of exercises as well allowing for a variety of users.
The contact pad 16 comprises a rigid base 17 and a yielding pad surface 18. The pad surface 18 may be composed of a leather or rubber cover over a foam or rubber padding. The pad surface 18 is designed to be punched by a user without injury.
Each arm 15 is composed of two arm segments 20 and 21. Inner arm segment 20 is adapted to be affixed with the body 10 while outer arm segment 21 is adapted to be affixed with the contact pad 16. The inner arm segment and outer arm segment 21 are attached together such that upon contact with the pad 16 the arm yields so as not to injure a user. The inner arm segment 20 and outer arm segment 21 are spring loaded in relation to one another. This allows for a user to punch the contact pad 16, for the contact pad 16 to yield in response as the arm segments 2Q and 21 move with respect to one another and for the contact pad 16 to return to its original position. That is, the arms 15 are resilient upon punching contact.
Each arm 15 and each arm segment 20 and 21 is angularly movable with respect to the other arm segments and with respect to the body 10. As a result the contact pad 16 can be positioned in a variety of positions for a variety of exercises.
The contact pad 16 is moveable with respect to the outer arm segment 21. The contact pad is affixed with the outer arm segment 21 such that the contact pad 16 can be angularly moved with respect to the outer arm segment.
This allows for the arms to be angled in one direction while the contact pad is angled in a different orientation to allow for great freedom of choice in selecting positioning for the contact portion. For example, the arms can extend outwardly from the body while the contact pad 16 is oriented to face downwardly from the body to allow for upper cut punching exercises. Alternatively the contact pad 16 can be positioned directly in front of the body 10 to allow for more straight forward punching exercises.
In one not illustrated embodiment the body 10 is adapted to be attached with a stand (not illustrated). In this embodiment the body 10 is vertically moveable up and down the stand and each arm 15 is moveable with respect to the body 10.
In another not illustrated embodiment the body 10 and arms 15 are moveable by a mechanical actuator. This mechanical actuator may be actuated without using the hands for a more seamless exercise regime. In one not illustrated form the mechanical actuator is actuated to move the body 10 and/or arms 15 by foot actuation.
In a further not illustrated embodiment the body 10 and arms 15 are moveable by an electronic actuator. In one form the electronic actuator is programmable to allow a user to program the training device 1 for a particular exercise program or for a series of combination punching exercises. For example, the training device can be programmed to allow a user to do a sequence of punches upward and then directly forward.
In yet another not illustrated form the body is moveable in the horizontal plane either in a straight line or about a curve, hi this form the mounting 11 incorporates a horizontal segment (not illustrated) which allows the body to move horizontally with respect to its original position. This allows a user to incorporate motion into the exercise.
It can be seen that the training device allows a person to perform boxing and cardio training exercises without requiring the involvement of another person. Further, a user does not need to worry about injuring the person who is assisting. This allows a user to perform to their best ability.
While the training device has been described with reference to the aforementioned embodiment, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that alterations, changes and improvements may be made and equivalents may be substituted for the elements thereof without departing from the scope of the training device. It is to be understood that a reference herein to a prior art document does not constitute an admission that the document forms part of the common general knowledge in the art in Australia or in any other country.
In the claims which follow and in the preceding description of the invention, except where the context requires otherwise due to express language or necessary implication, the word "comprise" or variations such as "comprises" or "comprising" is used in an inclusive sense, i.e. to specify the presence of the stated features but not to preclude the presence or addition of further features in various embodiments of the invention.

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1. A training device comprising: a body, one or more arms extending from the body, each arm being moveable in relation to the body; a pad affixed to each arm; the pad being adapted for striking contact and resilient in response to striking contact.
2. A training device as defined in claim 1, wherein the arms are spring loaded.
3. A training device as defined in claim 1 or 2, wherein the arms comprise two or more segments which are attached together.
4. A training device as defined in claim 3, wherein each segment is moveable with respect to each other segment.
5. A training device as defined in any of the preceding claims, wherein each pad is moveable with respect to the arm to which the pad is affixed.
6. A training device as defined in claim 5, wherein each pad is angularly moveable with respect to the arm to which the pad is affixed.
7. A training device as defined in any of the preceding claims, wherein each arm is angularly moveable with respect to the body.
8. A training device as defined in any of the preceding claims, wherein the body is adapted to be affixed to a wall.
9. A training device as defined in claim 8, wherein the body is affixed to the wall by means of a mounting, the mounting being affixed to the wall and the body being moveably affixed to the mounting.
10. A training device as defined in any of the preceding claims, wherein the body is adapted to be affixed to a stand.
11. A training device as defined in any of the preceding claims, wherein the body is height adjustable to allow a user to position the body at the most appropriate height.
12. A training device as defined in claim 6, wherein the body is vertically moveable by means of a mechanical actuator.
13. A training device as defined in claim 7, wherein the mechanical actuator can be actuated without use of hands.
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