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Strength training is a crucial piece of any wellness program. Environments ranging from rehabilitation centers to sports training facilities to commercial and private health clubs focus on strengthening the body’s muscular system to restore health, achieve goals, improve function, and enhance overall physical and psychological well-being. There are two primary types of strength training systems available today. The first is the traditional modular, fixed movement path, strengthening machine. A modular strength system consists of only fixed movement paths and body positions that isolate individual muscle groups. The second type of strengthening system is the functional, variable movement path type. Functional strength training systems will provide a variety of movement patterns that use multiple muscle groups, strengthen the entire neuromuscular system, and develop the body’s balance and coordination proficiency. As the need, and demand, for functional training continues to grow, so does the need for new and innovative pieces of equipment.
- A single strength training system that can perform both modular and functional exercises is beneficial to a large segment of fitness equipment buyers.
The linear pivot strength system was created to provide a better alternative to the current choices in functional strength training systems. The adjustable linear motion path allows the user to define and set specific planes of movement to perform strength training exercises. The system also will allow for the resistance to start anywhere along the motion path in a push or pull direction. It also will function in a “cable only” mode, with out the bar, and accept most standard cable attachments.
The system has been through extensive consumer testing applications in commercial fitness centers.
Inventor Brian Olsen created the first prototype, based upon a “Smith Machine” device that would pivot in 180 degrees. He realized this would allow the user to perform a wide variety of movements from one strength training piece. Brian has over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. From owning his own gym and personal training studios, to leading professional fitness workshops, to training and competing in power lifting contests himself, Brian appreciates how the body works and the methods to best achieve one’s goals. Along with his exercise science background, Brian has also extensively recent studied trends in fitness, focusing on the “neighborhood fitness center,” it’s needs, and objectives. For more on this subject, click here
The patent is for sale to the highest bidder. Minimum bid $15,000
Terms and conditions for all offers can be negotiated.
The system has been developed using engineers, manufacturers and fitness industry experts.
There are working models available along with the sale of the patent.
Patent protection begins on all claims with the 3/21/01 provisional patent filing. The patent is in effect for twenty years from 2/18/08
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Abstract
The emergence of the neighborhood fitness center is the new growth segment in the fitness industry. As recently as ten years ago most fitness facilities were located only in larger more populated communities. These facilities offered large workout spaces, a variety of fitness classes and offered a variety of services to a large customer base. The new growth segment of fitness facilities provides a smaller workout area and very limited services to a small population base. This new business model raises many questions as to their ability to develop and continue growth in the long term. Only those organizations that can adapt to the new markets, recognize their role in them, develop, lead, and plan properly will be able to survive in the long term.