US-20260124490-A1 - DEVICES AND METHODS FOR A MULTI-CONFIGURATION EXERCISE DEVICE WITH DECLINE CONFIGURATION

Abstract

A multi-configuration exercise device may include a base frame, an interface frame, a support beam coupled to the base frame and the interface frame, a first strut with an adjustable length to adjust a first angle between the support beam and the interface frame, a second strut with an adjustable length to adjust a second angle between the support beam and the base frame. The exercise device is configured to be manipulated into a configuration in which the second angle is less than the first angle such that the interface frame and the base frame define a decline angle.

Inventors

• Yogesh Taxak
• Benjamin Alfred Elster
• Liang Han Wu

Assignees

• FREAK ATHLETE ESSENTIALS LLC

Dates

Publication Date

20260507

Application Date

20251031

Priority Date

20231208

Claims (20)

1. 1 . An exercise device comprising: a base frame; an interface frame; and a support beam coupled to the base frame and the interface frame, wherein the support beam and the interface frame define a first angle, wherein the support beam and the base frame define a second angle, and wherein the exercise device is configured to be manipulated into a configuration in which the second angle is less than the first angle such that the interface frame and the base frame define a decline angle.
2. 2 . The exercise device of claim 1 , wherein one of: the base frame or the support beam comprises a plurality of coupling features at predetermined positions with respect to a longitudinal axis of the base frame or a longitudinal axis of the support beam, respectively, and wherein the exercise device further comprises a semi-cylindrical pad removably coupled at a plurality of positions along a longitudinal axis of the interface frame.
3. 3 . An exercise device, comprising: a base frame; an interface frame; a first pad is removably coupled at a plurality of positions along a longitudinal axis of the interface frame; and a support beam coupled to the base frame and the interface frame, wherein the support beam and the interface frame define a first angle, wherein the support beam and the base frame define a second angle, and wherein the exercise device includes a configuration in which the second angle is less than the first angle such that a decline angle is defined by the interface frame and the base frame.
4. 4 . The exercise device of claim 3 , wherein the interface frame further comprises a second pad, a third pad, and a fourth pad, wherein the first pad is semi-cylindrical.
5. 5 . The exercise device of claim 4 , wherein the first pad comprises at least one of: a hook and loop fastener, a magnet, a button, and a snap to removably couple with one or both of: the second pad or third pad.
6. 6 . The exercise device of claim 3 , wherein the decline angle is in a range of about 0 degrees to about 90 degrees.
7. 7 . The exercise device of claim 4 , wherein the first pad defines a slot to accommodate anatomical features of a user and increase comfort during exercise.
8. 8 . The exercise device of claim 7 , wherein, when the first pad is coupled to the second pad and the third pad, the slot aligns with a space between the second pad and the third pad.
9. 9 . An exercise device comprising: a base frame; an interface frame; a first pad is removably coupled at a plurality of positions along a longitudinal axis of the interface frame and the first pad comprises a semi-cylindrical pad; and a support beam coupled to the base frame and the interface frame, wherein the support beam and the interface frame define a first angle; wherein the support beam and the base frame define a second angle, and wherein the exercise device is configured to be manipulated into a configuration in which the second angle is less than the first angle such that the interface frame and the base frame define a decline angle.
10. 10 . The exercise device of claim 9 , wherein the first pad comprises at least one of: a hook and loop fastener, a magnet, a button, and a snap to removably couple with one or both of: the second pad or third pad.
11. 11 . The exercise device of claim 9 , wherein the first pad defines a slot to accommodate anatomical features of a user.
12. 12 . The exercise device of claim 9 , wherein a height of the interface frame is configured to be manipulated with respect to the base frame by an adjustment of the first angle and the second angle.
13. 13 . The exercise device of claim 9 , wherein the decline angle is in a range of about 0 degrees to about 90 degrees.
14. 14 . The exercise device of claim 11 , wherein a width of the slot is between about 3 cm to about 10 cm.
15. 15 . The exercise device of claim 11 , wherein, when the first pad is coupled to a second pad and a third pad along the interface frame, the slot aligns with a space between the second pad and the third pad.
16. 16 . The exercise device of claim 9 , wherein the interface frame further comprises a plurality of pads.
17. 17 . The exercise device of claim 16 , wherein the interface frame further comprises a first cylindrical pad and a second cylindrical pad of the plurality of pads, wherein the first cylindrical pad is removably coupled to the interface frame.
18. 18 . The exercise device of claim 17 , further comprising a post coupled to the base frame, wherein: the post comprises a first configuration and a second configuration; in the first configuration, a longitudinal axis of the post is approximately parallel to a longitudinal axis of the base frame; in the second configuration, the longitudinal axis of the post is approximately perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the base frame; and in the second configuration, the first cylindrical pad is removably coupled to the post.
19. 19 . The exercise device of claim 16 , wherein the interface frame further comprises a second pad, a third pad, and a fourth pad of the plurality of pads.
20. 20 . The exercise device of claim 19 , wherein the fourth pad is removably coupled to at least one of: the second pad, the third pad, or the fourth pad.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application is a continuation of U.S. Utility Ser. No. 19/045,113 , filed on Feb. 4, 2025, and is a continuation of U.S. Utility patent application Ser. No. 19/045,109 , filed on Feb. 4, 2025; both of which claim priority to U.S. Utility patent application Ser. No. 18/430,353 , filed on Feb. 1, 2024, now U.S. Pat. No. 12,257,474; which claims priority to International PCT application PCT/US24/11560, filed on Jan. 15, 2024; which claims the priority benefit of Chinese Utility Model No. 202323354501.3, filed Dec. 8, 2023, and U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/607,687, filed Dec. 8, 2023, the contents of each of which are herein incorporated by reference in their entirety. TECHNICAL FIELD This disclosure relates generally to the field of exercise devices and methods, and more specifically to the field of multi-configuration exercise devices. BACKGROUND There exists a long-known issue of requiring a multitude of exercise machines to fulfill various exercise routines. Requiring a multitude of exercise machines involves inconvenience, space constraints, and financial burden issues placed on individuals. Many people desire a diverse workout regimen to target different muscle groups and achieve well-rounded fitness. However, accommodating a range of machines for strength training, flexibility, and specialized exercises can quickly clutter one's home or gym space. Furthermore, owning multiple machines can be expensive, not to mention the maintenance costs and regular upgrades that may be required. The fragmentation created in exercise equipment can also deter some from staying committed to their fitness journey, as the logistical challenges and costs associated with acquiring and maintaining various machines can make consistent exercise more challenging. SUMMARY In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to an exercise device including: a base frame; an interface frame; a support beam coupled to the base frame and the interface frame; a first strut coupled to the support beam and the interface frame, wherein the first strut has an adjustable length configured to adjust a first angle between the support beam and the interface frame; an auxiliary support beam coupled to one of: the support beam or the base frame; and a second strut coupled to the support beam and the base frame, wherein the second strut has an adjustable length, wherein at least one of: the auxiliary support beam or the second strut is used to adjust a second angle between the support beam and the base frame, and wherein the exercise device is configured to be manipulated into a configuration in which the second angle is less than the first angle such that the interface frame and the base frame define a decline angle. In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to an exercise device, including: a base frame; an interface frame; a support beam coupled to the base frame and the interface frame; a swing brace coupled to the support beam, wherein the base frame includes an adjustment interface for engagement with the swing brace; and a first strut coupled to the support beam and the interface frame, wherein the first strut includes an adjustable length, wherein the adjustable length of the first strut is configured to adjust a first angle between the support beam and the interface frame, wherein the swing brace is configured to adjust a second angle between the support beam and the base frame, and wherein the exercise device includes a configuration in which the second angle is less than the first angle such that a decline angle is defined by the interface frame and the base frame. In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to an exercise device including: a base frame; an interface frame; a support beam coupled to the base frame and the interface frame; a first strut coupled to the support beam and the interface frame, wherein the first strut has an adjustable length configured to adjust a first angle between the support beam and the interface frame; and a second strut coupled to the support beam and the base frame, wherein the second strut has an adjustable length configured to adjust a second angle between the support beam and the base frame, and wherein the exercise device is configured to be manipulated into a configuration in which the second angle is less than the first angle such that the interface frame and the base frame define a decline angle. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The foregoing is a summary, and thus, necessarily limited in detail. The above-mentioned aspects, as well as other aspects, features, and advantages of the present technology are described below in connection with various embodiments, with reference made to the accompanying drawings. FIG. 1 illustrates an embodiment of a multi-configuration exercise device in an example configuration. FIG. 2 illustrates an embodiment of a multi-configuration exercise device in an expanded configuration wi