Strength Training Devices for Skaters

• US 20110190101A1
• Filed: 01/31/2011
• Published: 08/04/2011
• Est. Priority Date: 02/01/2010
• Status: Abandoned Application

• Current Assignee: Kirk Schlappi
• Original Assignee: Kirk Schlappi
• Inventors: Schlappi, Kirk
• Application Number:
  US13/017,427
• Publication Number:
  US 20110190101A1
• Time in Patent Office: Days
• US Class Current: 482/114
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 21/00069 Setting or adjusting the resistance level; Compensating for a preload prior to use, e.g. changing length of resistance or adjusting a valve
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 21/012 using frictional force-resisters electromagnetically-controlled brakes A63B21/0056
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 21/4035 for operation by hand
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2102/24 Ice hockey
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 22/20 using rollers, wheels, castors or the like, e.g. gliding means, to be moved over the floor or other surface, e.g. guide tracks, during exercising
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2209/00 Characteristics of used materials
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 2209/10 with adhesive type surfaces, i.e. hook and loop-type fastener
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 23/03508 For a single arm or leg, A63B21/0726 takes precedence
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 59/70 with bent or angled lower parts for hitting a ball on the ground, on an ice-covered surface, or in the air, e.g. for hockey or hurling
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 69/0024 for hockey
• CPC Class Codes: A63B 69/0026 for ice-hockey

Abstract

The present invention relates to methods and devices for conditioning and the development of strength, particularly for skaters, while maintaining proper skating mechanics. In one aspect, the present invention provides a strength training device for skaters. The device includes a hollow receptacle defining a first chamber in fluid communication with a first opening for placement and removal of fluid within the first chamber. The device further includes a friction surface disposed proximate a bottom member of the hollow receptacle. The device also includes an engagement feature for releasable engagement with a controller suitable for causing movement of the device, wherein during movement the friction surface generates a reactionary counter-force.

Claims

1. A strength training device for skaters, comprising:

a hollow receptacle defining a first chamber in fluid communication with a first opening for placement and removal of fluid within the first chamber;

a friction surface disposed proximate a bottom member of the hollow receptacle; and

an engagement feature for releasable engagement with a controller suitable for causing movement of the device, wherein during movement the friction surface generates a reactionary counter-force.

2. The strength training device of claim 1, wherein the friction surface includes a plurality of friction members extending from the bottom member.

3. The strength training device of claim 2, wherein the plurality of friction members extend along a width of the device, the friction members being generally perpendicular with respect to a directional axis of the device.

4. The strength training device of claim 3, wherein the plurality of friction members are spaced apart to define grooves therebetween.

5. The strength training device of claim 2, wherein the plurality of friction members form a pattern.

6. The strength training device of claim 2, wherein the plurality of friction members are integrally formed with the hollow receptacle.

7. The strength training device of claim 2, wherein the plurality of friction members are formed on a friction plate that is releasably attached to the hollow receptacle.

8. The strength training device of claim 2, wherein the plurality of friction members comprise wires.

9. The strength training device of claim 1, wherein the friction surface includes an abrasive coating.

10. The strength training device of claim 9, wherein the abrasive coating is formed of rubber and an abrasive material.

11. The strength training device of claim 2, wherein the friction surface includes an abrasive coating disposed over the plurality of friction members.

12. The strength training device of claim 1, wherein the hollow receptacle defines a second chamber in fluid communication with a second opening for placement and removal of fluid within the second chamber, wherein the first and second chambers are separated by a barrier for preventing fluid flow therebetween.

13. The strength training device of claim 1, wherein the engagement feature is suitable in size and shape for receiving a blade of a hockey stick.

14. The strength training device of claim 1, wherein the engagement feature includes eyelets for engagement with a rope.

15. The strength training device of claim 1, wherein the hollow receptacle includes a surface having an alignment guide for stacking and maintaining the position of another strength training device.

16. The strength training device of claim 1, wherein the hollow receptacle further includes an upper member and plurality of side members extending between the upper and lower members, the hollow receptacle being triangular in shape.

17. A strength training device for skaters, comprising:

a hollow plastic receptacle including an upper member, a lower member and a plurality of side members extending between the upper and lower members, the hollow plastic receptacle defines a chamber in fluid communication with an opening for placement and removal of fluid within the first chamber;

a friction surface disposed on the bottom member of the receptacle, the friction surface includes a plurality of friction members disposed apart and extending along a width of the device, the friction surface further includes a friction coating formed of rubber and abrasive material; and

an engagement feature configured for engagement with a blade of a hockey stick, the engagement feature comprising an opening extending between a front portion and rear portion of the device.

18. The strength training device of claim 17, wherein the plurality of friction members are formed on a friction plate that is releasably attached to the hollow receptacle.

19. The strength training device of claim 17, wherein the plurality of friction members are integrally formed with the bottom member.

20. A strength training device for skaters, comprising:

a triangular hollow plastic receptacle including an upper member, a lower member and a plurality of side members extending between the upper and lower members, the hollow plastic receptacle defines a chamber in fluid communication with an opening for placement and removal of fluid within the chamber;

a friction surface integrally formed on the bottom member of the receptacle, the friction surface includes a plurality of friction members disposed apart and extending along a width of the device, the friction surface further includes a friction coating formed of rubber and abrasive material;

an engagement feature configured for engagement with a blade of a hockey stick, the engagement feature comprising an opening extending between a front portion and rear portion of the device;

an alignment guide for stacking and maintaining the position of another strength training device on the upper member, the alignment guide comprising one or more projections and one or more recesses formed on the upper member; and

a handle integrally formed with the hollow plastic receptacle and recessed with respect to one of the plurality of side members.