Dumbbell

Abstract

A configurable dumbbell is provided. The dumbbell is useful for both one-handed and two-handed workout exercises in a single device. The dumbbell can also be reconfigured into separate dumbbells that have both single-handed and double-handed advantages. The dumbbell can be used in single-handed, double-handed, rotational momentum, and non-rotational momentum exercises or any combination thereof.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A dumbbell, comprising:
 a plurality of handles, each handle having a first end and a second end;   a plurality of weight plates securely connected to the plurality of handles;   a handle grip section defined by an area between at least two opposing weight plates of the plurality of weight plates and encompassing said plurality of handles; and   wherein at least one handle of the plurality of handles is off-center relative to a center axis of the dumbbell.   
     
     
         2 . The dumbbell of  claim 1 , wherein each weight plate of the plurality of weight plates includes a plurality of apertures configured to receive the end of the plurality of handles. 
     
     
         3 . The dumbbell of  claim 2 , where the plurality of apertures is a substantially linear arrangement across the diameter of the weight plate. 
     
     
         4 . The dumbbell of  claim 1 , wherein the first end and the second end of each handle of the plurality of handles is threaded to receive a fastener. 
     
     
         5 . The dumbbell of  claim 1 , wherein the plurality of weight plates is substantially hexagonal shaped. 
     
     
         6 . The dumbbell of  claim 1 , wherein the plurality of weight plates further includes a hollow body configured to receive a weight filling material. 
     
     
         7 . The dumbbell of  claim 4 , wherein the threaded end of a first handle is connected to the threaded end of a second handle to form a unitary handle of an increased length.