Conformable resistance training device

Abstract

A resistance training device including a conformable base and one or more resistance arms that are affixed to the conformable base. The conformable base is malleable such that it may conform to the contour of a user's body as the user gets into position and executes an exercise. The conformable base may support the weight of a user. A plurality of resistance training exercises are executable. One or more resistance arms may provide multiple levels of resistance for each resistance training exercise. Multiple levels of resistance may be achieved by employing multiple resistance arms of varying strengths.

1 . A resistance training device comprising: 
 a conformable base; and    one or more resistance arms affixed to said conformable base.    
   
   
       2 . The device of  claim 1  wherein a plurality of resistance training exercises are executable with said device.  
   
   
       3 . The device of  claim 2  wherein said one or more resistance arms provide multiple levels of resistance for each resistance training exercise.  
   
   
       4 . The device of  claim 3  wherein said multiple levels of resistance are achieved by employing multiple resistance arms of varying strengths.  
   
   
       5 . The device of  claim 3  wherein said multiple levels of resistance are achieved by employing multiple resistance arms of similar strength.  
   
   
       6 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said one or more resistance arms comprise one or more lengths.  
   
   
       7 . The device of  claim 6  wherein said one or more lengths are adjustable.  
   
   
       8 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said one or more resistance arms comprise one or more degrees of elasticity.  
   
   
       9 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said one or more resistance arms are removable.  
   
   
       10 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said conformable base is inflatable.  
   
   
       11 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said resistance arms are elastic.  
   
   
       12 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said conformable base supports the weight of a user.  
   
   
       13 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said one or more resistance arms comprise one or more handles.  
   
   
       14 . The device of  claim 13  wherein said one or more handles are removable.  
   
   
       15 . The device of  claim 1  further comprising one or more fixtures that permit use of one or both of a user's feet in order to execute resistance training.  
   
   
       16 . The device of  claim 15  wherein said one or more fixtures are removable.  
   
   
       17 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said one or more resistance arms are affixed to said conformable base in one or more positions.  
   
   
       18 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said conformable base is spherical.  
   
   
       19 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said conformable base comprises polyvinyl chloride, latex, natural or synthetic or butyl rubber, elastomer, vinyl, nylon, fabric, foam, neoprene, solid foam rubber, plastic, foam PVC, or combinations thereof.  
   
   
       20 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said device is portable.  
   
   
       21 . The device of  claim 1  wherein said one or more resistance arms comprise natural rubber, synthetic rubber, rubber latex, plastic, elastomer, nylon, foam, Velcro, or combinations thereof.  
   
   
       22 . A method comprising: 
 positioning a conformable base having one or more affixed resistance arms; and    exercising one or more body parts by manipulation of said one or more affixed resistance arms.    
   
   
       23 . The method of  claim 22  further comprising executing a plurality of resistance training exercises with said conformable base having one or more affixed resistance arms.  
   
   
       24 . The method of  claim 23  further comprising providing multiple levels of resistance with said one or more affixed resistance arms for each resistance training exercise.  
   
   
       25 . The method of  claim 24  further comprising employing multiple resistance arms of varying strengths to achieve said multiple levels of resistance.  
   
   
       26 . The method of  claim 24  further comprising employing multiple resistance arms of similar strength to achieve said multiple levels of resistance.  
   
   
       27 . The method of  claim 22  wherein said one or more body parts comprise one or more muscle groups.  
   
   
       28 . The method of  claim 22  wherein said one or more body parts comprise one or more connective tissues.  
   
   
       29 . The method of  claim 22  wherein one or more body parts comprise any body part needing rehabilitation.  
   
   
       30 . The method of  claim 22  wherein exercising comprises rehabilitating.  
   
   
       31 . A method of rehabilitation comprising: 
 positioning a conformable base having one or more affixed resistance arms; and    exercising one or more body parts in a manner that promotes wellness.    
   
   
       32 . The method of  claim 31  further comprising providing multiple levels of resistance with said one or more affixed resistance arms.