Striker vest
OwnerJon Hayes Boldeninventor
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Abstract
The present invention is a training vest designed to enhance a fighter's combat skills by conditioning both the striking and guard arms simultaneously. The vest features a body with adjustable fastening means, such as Velcro straps, and multiple strategically positioned attachment points for resistance bands. It includes an adjustable cross strap, an upper forearm pull-in strap, and a lower stabilizer belt to ensure proper guard posture and stability during training. Resistance bands attach to wrist straps, providing customizable resistance levels for improved striking power, accuracy, and endurance. The dual-sided design allows for balanced training of both sides of the body. This training vest offers a comprehensive solution for combat training, promoting correct techniques and reducing injury risks.
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A training vest for enhancing a fighter's combat skills comprising:
- a vest body configured to be worn over the torso of a user and secured in place with fastening means;
- a plurality of attachment points distributed on the vest body;
- at least one adjustable cross strap positioned to secure the user's non-striking arm close to the user's body, thereby maintaining proper guard posture;
- at least one resistance band configured to be attached to the vest body at the plurality of attachment points, and further attached to the user's arm to provide resistance during training;
- wherein the vest body is configured to allow training of both sides of the user's body, and the attachment points are positioned to provide multiple configurations for different training exercises and user preferences.
A method of using a training vest for enhancing combat skills, comprising:
- donning the training vest by slipping it over the head and securing it with adjustable fastening means;
- selecting appropriate attachment points on the vest body for the desired training exercise;
- attaching resistance bands to the selected attachment points on the vest body, and connecting the other end of the bands to wrist straps worn around the user's wrists;
- positioning an adjustable cross strap to secure the non-striking arm close to a body of the user for enhanced guard posture;
- threading a lower stabilizer belt through loops on a lower back side of the vest body and fastening it for additional stabilization if needed;
- performing striking exercises against the resistance provided by the bands to improve striking power, accuracy, and endurance.
A training vest for enhancing a fighter's combat skills comprising:
- a vest body configured to be worn over the torso of a user and secured in place with adjustable fastening means;
- at least one adjustable cross strap positioned to secure the user's non-striking arm close to a body of the user, thereby maintaining proper guard posture;
- a plurality of rings and attachment points distributed on the vest body, positioned to allow selective attachment of resistance bands and straps;
- at least one resistance band configured to be attached to the vest body at the plurality of rings and attachment points, and further attached to the user's striking arm via a wrist strap, providing customizable resistance to improve striking power, accuracy, and endurance;
- an upper forearm pull-in strap comprising a circular loop placed around the user's upper forearm, the strap having at least two pull-in lever straps for securing the upper forearm and pulling it closer to the body of the user, thereby enhancing guard posture;
- a lower stabilizer belt configured to stabilize the vest during use, attached through loops on a lower back side of the vest body;
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- a wrist strap with an adjustable thumb loop for securing the user's wrist and attaching the resistance band;
- wherein the vest body is dual-sided to allow training of both sides of the user's body, and the rings and attachment points are positioned to provide multiple configurations for different training exercises and user preferences.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.