John J Dalessio

US Patent:

20150072839, Mar 12, 2015

Filed:

Sep 9, 2014

Appl. No.:

14/481532

Inventors:

John P. Dalessio - New Providence NJ, US
Donovan Thompson - Denver NC, US

International Classification:

A63B 21/078

US Classification:

482104

Abstract:

A weight training apparatus is described and taught. The weight training apparatus having a number of blocks preferably constructed out of wood. These blocks have an attachment mechanism such as a hook and loop fastener to adhere the blocks to one another. One of the blocks has straps that secure the apparatus to a weighted barbell for weight training. The user then lies, on their back, on a weight bench, and performs a typical bench press. The weighted barbell is brought down towards the user's chest in a controlled motion. The bottom block of the weight training apparatus touches the user's chest and the user exerts a force returning the weighted barbell to its original position. The weight training apparatus enables a user to perform modified bench presses to an exact depth without the requirement of a second person. It may also be used for rehabilitation purposes.