Patents by Inventor Lawrence R. Nolan

Lawrence R. Nolan has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 12268937
    Abstract: A split goal exercise system includes a plurality of exercise stations and a plurality of wristbands; wherein each station includes an overhead visual display configured to play a video, the video demonstrating one or more exercises performed by a fitness trainer, the one or more exercises including one or more modifications that are based on fitness level; wherein the video can be played on a mobile application to view on a mobile device; wherein the plurality of wristbands provides visual feedback to a fitness instructor, the visual feedback representing the fitness goal, fitness concern, or both of the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2025
    Inventors: Nicole K. Nolan, Lawrence R. Nolan
  • Publication number: 20250018240
    Abstract: A rack pulley system for use with an exercise machine includes an upper pulley system to removably secure to a vertical post and having an upper housing mounted to an upper brace, the upper brace to engage with the vertical post; and upper cable guides supported by the upper housing and to support a cable traveling therethrough; a lower pulley system to removably secure to the vertical post and having a lower housing mounted to a lower brace, the lower brace to engage with the vertical post; and lower cable guides supported by the lower housing and to support the cable traveling therethrough; a trolley to engaged with the vertical post between the upper pulley system and the lower pulley system and to traverse along the vertical post, the trolley having a trolley cable guide to connect the trolley to the cable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2024
    Publication date: January 16, 2025
    Inventors: Lawrence R. Nolan, Nicole K. Nolan, Christopher I. Gaddy
  • Publication number: 20240423867
    Abstract: A self-adjusting roller for user with an exercise machine includes a plate with apertures extending through the plate; a rotating connection extending from the plate, the rotating connection having a center body with a member extending therefrom and a support extending therefrom, the center body having a center axis around which the center body can rotate; a pin receiver coupled to the center body via the member; and a pin extending into the pin receiver, the pin receiver selectively supporting the pin in a locked configuration and in a free configuration. When in the locked configuration, the pin extends through a selected one of the apertures; and when in the free configuration, the pin is retained out of any of the apertures. A user engageable apparatus is coupled to the support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2024
    Publication date: December 26, 2024
    Inventors: Lawrence R. Nolan, Nicole K. Nolan, Christopher I. Gaddy
  • Publication number: 20240366998
    Abstract: A horizontal pendulum squat system includes a frame structure having at least one or more bottom members and one or more substantially vertical members supporting a cross bar; a weight pivoting system supported by the cross bar to rotate at one or more connection points with the cross bar, the weight pivoting system having weight arms connected at the connection points such that the weight arms can rotate about the connection points; and at least one platform coupled to the weight arms, the at least one platform is to receive a user applied force; a bench positioned substantially underneath the weight pivoting system; the platform is positioned to receive the user applied force while the user is lying on the bench and applying the force with their legs and feet against the platform; and the weight pivoting system rotates around the connection points during repetitive motion by the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2024
    Publication date: November 7, 2024
    Inventors: Lawrence R. Nolan, Christopher I. Gaddy, Nicole K. Nolan
  • Patent number: 12109448
    Abstract: An isolator arms attachment for an exercise system includes a first arm having a first receiver assembly to engage with a first user engageable device; a first shaft coupled to the first arm and to connect the first arm to the exercise system; and a first counterweight assembly coupled to the first arm near a second end. A second arm having a second receiver assembly to engage with a second user engageable device; a second shaft coupled to the second arm near the second end and to connect to the exercise system; and a second counterweight assembly coupled to the second arm near the second end. The first arm and the second arm are to be manipulated by a user such that the first arm and the second arm provide resistance to the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2023
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2024
    Assignee: Bulletproof Fitness Equipment Inc
    Inventors: Lawrence R. Nolan, Nicole K. Nolan, Christopher I. Gaddy
  • Publication number: 20240316388
    Abstract: A barbell includes a frame with a first outer bar and a second outer bar forming an opening therebetween; a first handle assembly mounted within the opening and having a first handle supported by a first outer member; and a first inner member rotationally engaged with the first outer member such that the first outer member can spin about the first inner member to alter a position of the first handle within the opening; a second handle assembly mounted within the opening and having a second handle supported by a second outer member; and a second inner member rotationally engaged with the second outer member such that the second outer member can spin about the second inner member to alter a position of the second handle within the opening; and weight bars extending from the frame to receive weights.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2024
    Publication date: September 26, 2024
    Inventors: Nicole K Nolan, Lawrence R Nolan, Christopher I Gaddy
  • Publication number: 20240307729
    Abstract: A tilting smith exercise machine includes a support frame with an upper horizontal rail and a lower horizontal rail; and a movable structure extending from a top end to a bottom end, the movable structure having a vertical support; a top trolley positioned at the top end and coupled to the upper horizontal rail, the top trolley having a side angled track and a rear angled track; a bottom trolley positioned at the bottom end and having actuators extending from the bottom trolley to the vertical support, a first hinge to allow the vertical support to pivot from side to side, and a second hinge allowing the vertical support to pivot from front to back; and a user engageable system supported by the vertical support, the user engageable system is to be operated by a user as the user performs an exercise.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2024
    Publication date: September 19, 2024
    Inventors: Nicole Kimberly Nolan, Lawrence R. Nolan
  • Patent number: 11896867
    Abstract: An adjustable exercise equipment system includes a post as part of an exercise machine; a trolley system for engagement with the post, the trolley system having a body forming a channel to receive the post; rollers supported by the body and to provide movement of the body along the post; and a receiver supported by the body, the receiver to engage with a user engageable device; the body and the of rollers allow for selective movement along the post as a user interacts with the user engageable device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2024
    Inventors: Lawrence R. Nolan, Nicole K. Nolan, Christopher I. Gaddy
  • Patent number: D1029149
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2024
    Assignee: Bulletproof Fitness Equipment Inc
    Inventors: Nicole Nolan, Lawrence R. Nolan
  • Patent number: D1029150
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2024
    Assignee: Bulletproof Fitness Equipment Inc
    Inventors: Nicole Nolan, Lawrence R. Nolan