Exercise devices – Sit up device
Reexamination Certificate
2006-07-19
2010-11-16
Baker, Lori (Department: 3764)
Exercise devices
Sit up device
C482S023000, C446S220000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07833142
ABSTRACT:
An abdominal mat has a raised section which may be positioned to support the lumbar region of the user's back. At least one sensor is associated with the raised section for producing a signal in response to force applied to the raised section by the user. A feedback device is coupled to the sensor for providing feedback to the user based on the force applied to the raised section. A user may use the device to test the strength of his or her abdominal muscles, and/or to monitor the force applied to the raised section of the mat when the user is exercising his or her abdominal muscles. The raised section may comprise an inflatable bladder connected to be automatically inflated and deflated by an electronic pump to accommodate different body types, therefore establishing a consistent starting point.
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Baker Lori
Oyen Wiggs Green & Mutala LLP
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