Exercise devices – Support for entire body of user
Reexamination Certificate
2009-10-02
2010-10-12
Baker, Lori (Department: 3764)
Exercise devices
Support for entire body of user
C446S220000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07811216
ABSTRACT:
An inflatable exercise apparatus having inflatable bladder segments in fluid communication with each other. The inflatable exercise apparatus includes a valve control mechanism that may control the flow of a fluid between the bladder segments, thereby allowing for the adjustment of the pressure in each bladder segment. Adjusting the pressure in each bladder segment may allow the user to vary the levels of resistance during exercise. The bladder segments may be operably connected to bases. The bladder segments may have a plateau that is configured to accommodate each user's stance dimension, along with ridges to assist in securing the feet of the user in a neutral position. The apparatus may also include band brackets for the attachment of other exercise devices, for example exercise bands or balancing devices. The bases may be pivotably connected so as to allow the apparatus to fold to accommodate a storage state.
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Baker Lori
KoreExtreme, LLC
McAndrews Held & Malloy Ltd.
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