Portable fitness device

Abstract

A portable fitness device and methods of preparing the portable fitness device for use are described. The portable fitness device provides a stable and safe yet portable platform for performing resistance exercises in a variety of remote outdoor and indoor locations. Some versions of the portable fitness device include a bar clamped to an adjustable vertical attachment, so that a user can perform pull-up exercises from the bar. Some versions of the device include a bar rack for supporting a barbell loaded with weight plates. The device may be coupled to a standard hitch receiver or other support and can be readily transported and used in a wide variety or outdoor and indoor settings.

1 . A method of deploying a portable fitness device for use comprising the steps of:
 mounting a connecting member of a frame comprising an adjustable attachment to a receiver coupled to a support;   coupling a vertical member with the adjustable attachment;   adjusting the vertical member with respect to the adjustable attachment; and   transferring a force from the support to the vertical member in response to locking the vertical member to the adjustable attachment.   
     
     
         2 . The method of  claim 1 , wherein the support comprises a vehicle. 
     
     
         3 . The method of  claim 1 , wherein the support comprises a post of a support. 
     
     
         4 . The method of  claim 1 , wherein the support comprises an auger support. 
     
     
         5 . The method of  claim 1 , further comprising extending a second section of the vertical member with respect to a first section of the vertical member. 
     
     
         6 . The method of  claim 5 , further comprising clamping a bar into a bar connector 
     
     
         7 . A method of transporting a portable fitness device comprising the steps of:
 unlocking a vertical member from an adjustable attachment;   disengaging the vertical member from the adjustable attachment;   stowing the vertical member for transport.   
     
     
         8 . The method of  claim 7 , wherein stowing the vertical member for transport comprises maintaining the frame coupled to a hitch receiver of the vehicle and coupling the vertical member to the frame.