Studios, devices and methods for exercising or improving posture

Abstract

Apparatuses and methods are described to effectively improve posture. The devices include a bar that is mounted vertically to a floor. The devices may also include resistance bands and/or straps, such that a person may exercise their postural musculature while stabilizing their back. Devices for mounting the bar to the ground and to a wall are discussed. The mounting devices may also include portions for receiving resistance bands. The bars may also be arranged in front a mirror to provide a studio setting for group exercises.

1 . An exercise device for improving a user's posture, said exercise device comprising:
 a bar having a first end and a second end; and   a first bracket having:
 a first portion to mount the first bracket on a floor body, 
 a second portion to receive the first end of the bar in an orientation that is substantially perpendicular to the floor body, and 
 one or more portions to receive an exercise strap and/or resistance bands. 
   
     
     
         2 . The exercise device of  claim 1 , where said one or more portions includes a hook or a clasp. 
     
     
         3 . The exercise device of  claim 1 , where said bar is only supported by said first bracket. 
     
     
         4 . The exercise device of  claim 1 , further comprising:
 a second bracket including:
 a first portion to mount the second bracket on the wall, and 
 a second portion to accept the second end of the bar in an orientation that positions said bar substantially perpendicular to the floor body. 
   
     
     
         5 . The exercise device of  claim 4 , where said one or more portions of said second bracket includes a hook or a clasp. 
     
     
         6 . The exercise device of  claim 1 , where said bar is a cylindrical bar having a diameter. 
     
     
         7 . The exercise device of  claim 6 , wherein said diameter is between 40 mm and 55 mm. 
     
     
         8 . The exercise device of  claim 6 , wherein said diameter is greater than 55 mm. 
     
     
         9 . The exercise device of  claim 6 , wherein said length is from 1.2 m to 3.7 m. 
     
     
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