Multi-function fitness device

Abstract

A multi-function fitness device is disclosed that is useful for flexibility, aerobic, and strength training routines. The device comprises a substantially inelastic length of textile, or other type of material, that is modified for the provisional coupling of grip enhancing components in order to create anti-slip grips for exercise comfort and variety. The device can be utilized as an exercise aid for both tension and compression based movements as well as double as a gym towel if made with a water absorbing material.

1 . A fitness device for strength and flexibility training comprising: 
 a) a flexible length of at least one type of mostly non-elastic material;    b) modifications to the flexible length of at least one type of mostly non-elastic material to provide for the provisional coupling of at least one grip enhancing component at each of the two ends of the device or in the proximity to the ends of the device;    c) a provisional coupling means whereby the at least one grip enhancing component can be temporarily and securely coupled with, but not attached to, the flexible length of mostly non-elastic material    
   
   
       2 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the provisional coupling of the device with grip enhancing components creates anti-slip grips for an exerciser's gripping hands during tension-based fitness activities.  
   
   
       3 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the provisional coupling of the device with grip enhancing components creates anti-slip grips for encircling, or partially encircling, removably attachable devices.  
   
   
       4 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the mostly non-elastic material is comprised, in whole or in part, of a water absorbing material or textile.  
   
   
       5 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the provisional coupling means consists of at least one integrally constructed pocket, or any other type of insertion receptacle.  
   
   
       6 . The device of  claim 5  wherein a non-permanent fastening apparatus is used to hold the pockets closed to help secure the provisional coupling with the grip enhancing components.  
   
   
       7 . The device of  claim 5  wherein the mostly non-elastic material is modified for the provisional insertion of grip enhancing components by folding it at least once along a length and then stitching, or securing the at least one fold in some other manner, in order to create pockets within the at least one fold.  
   
   
       8 . The device of  claim 7  wherein the stitches, or other securing means across the width of the device used to construct the pockets are at least one of a variety of centering patterns, such as a v-pattern or curved pattern, to help enhance the central positioning of the grip enhancing component within the confines of the pocket.  
   
   
       9 . The device of  claim 1  wherein a plurality of provisional coupling sites are located at various distances from the ends of the device in order to create a plurality of distance options to enable readily exchangeable coupling configurations with the grip enhancing components for exercise variability and comfort.  
   
   
       10 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the construction material is modified by rolling it along one length and securely gathering it at at least one point in order to make pockets for the provisional insertion of grip enhancing components.  
   
   
       11 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the mostly non-elastic material is modified for the provisional coupling of grip enhancing components by folding it at least once along a length and then temporarily securing the at least one fold with buttons, snaps or other such non-permanent attachment mechanisms to create insertion receptacles for the grip enhancing components.  
   
   
       12 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the fitness device, coupled with the grip enhancing components, is designed for configurations supporting both tension and compression-based exercise activities.  
   
   
       13 . A fitness device for strength and flexibility training comprising: 
 a) a flexible length of at least one type of mostly non-elastic material;    b) a plurality of grip enhancing component; and    c) a provisional attachment means whereby each grip enhancing component contains a releasable attachment mechanism, or one component of a releasable component mechanism, that is used to temporarily secure the grip enhancing components into place at least at one point along the flexible length of material and thereby create anti-slip grips for tension-based exercises.    
   
   
       14 . The device of  claim 13  wherein the provisional coupling of the device with grip enhancing components creates anti-slip grips for an exerciser's encircling hands during tension-based fitness activities.  
   
   
       15 . The device of  claim 13  wherein the provisional coupling of the device with grip enhancing components creates anti-slip grips for encircling, or partially encircling removably attachable devices.  
   
   
       16 . The fitness device of  claim 13  wherein the grip enhancing components encircle the flexible length of material and when released from the material, the grip enhancing components are designed to slide along the length of the material.  
   
   
       17 . The fitness device of  claim 13  wherein the grip enhancing components are separate from the flexible length of material and when released from the material, the grip enhancing components are designed for removal from the flexible length of material.  
   
   
       18 . The device of  claim 14  wherein the flexible length of material is comprised, in whole or in part, of a water absorbing material or textile.