Apparel – Body garments
Patent
1997-03-31
1999-11-09
Hale, Gloria
Apparel
Body garments
2228, A41B 100
Patent
active
059789646
ABSTRACT:
A sportswear garment manufactured from a form-fitting clothing article having at least one flexible weight and a plurality of pockets to receive and maintain the weights in an immobile manner is provided. The garment may be provided in a variety of forms including for fitting various body portions. The apparel items are constructed of lightweight, durable form-fitting fabrics that conform to the body of the athlete when worn. Various pocket styles and positionings are possible. The flexible weights may have a flexible metal core surrounded by a cushioning layer and/or a plastic coating on the cushioning layer. In another embodiments, weights are provided having a body comprising a thermoplastic elastomer containing a finely divided mineral filler, the body preferably being covered by an expandible knit material. A method is also provided for manufacturing the latter type of weight.
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Gaston Kerry R.
Hale Gloria
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