Apparel – Body garments
Patent
1996-08-05
1999-08-17
Hale, Gloria M.
Apparel
Body garments
2227, 2 79, 482105, 482120, A41D 1300
Patent
active
059374411
ABSTRACT:
Weighted suit to be used in athletic training, physical therapy, muscle toning and weight reduction. The suit has a bottom and top that can be adjusted to accommodate the physical characteristics of the wearer, as well as the activity to be performed by the wearer while the suit is worn. The suit also has weighted gloves which may be attached to the sleeve portion of the top of the suit. The suit is constructed from spandex material that accommodates stretch in one direction and resists it in another direction approximately perpendicular to the first. Weight compartments are located about the suit into which weight units may be installed. Variable weight packets may be used to selectively apply different resistance experienced during the user's activity. The weights are located away from the user's joints, and protective components may be integrally included into the suit to cover vulnerable knee and elbow joints. The suit is reinforced with support strapping that is continuously sewn to the suit for supporting the weight packets against gravity and inertial forces during use. A support belt for the user's back may be optionally included as an integral component. The suit clings snugly to the user's physique and therefore may be worn beneath other clothing, such as a business suit.
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