Stabilization System for Ground Based Weight Resistance Exercises

Abstract

A stabilization system for performing a plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises on a resistance training system. The stabilization system includes a first stabilization assembly and a second stabilization assembly. The first stabilization assembly includes a first support positioned and configured to stabilize a first lower body part of a user during the performance of one of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises. The first stabilization assembly is configured such that a horizontal position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system. The second stabilization assembly includes a second support positioned and configured to stabilize a second lower body part of the user during the performance of one of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises with the second support configured to be positioned below the first support of the first stabilization assembly.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

This application claims priority to co-pending U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 63/427,414 filed Nov. 22, 2022, entitled “Cable Weight Machine for Reverse Weight Resistance Exercises,” the entire contents of which is incorporated herein by reference.

FIELD

The present disclosure is directed to a stabilization system for various types of resistance training systems. More specifically, the present disclosure is directed to a customizable stabilization system having a first stabilization assembly configured to stabilize a first lower body part of a user and a second stabilization assembly configured to stabilize a second lower body part of a user such that a user can perform a plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises using the resistance training system.

BACKGROUND

Ground-based strength training systems, wherein a user stands on his or her feet for a wide range of exercises, produce superior athletic performance compared to non-ground-based training systems. This superiority is evident considering the wide variety of athletic performance applications that utilize ground-based movements. However, most strength equipment machines designed for users to perform squats, lunges, hip thrusts, leg curls, and more lack the benefits of true ground-based reverse weight resistance “sister” exercises. Moreover, solutions that purport to offer such sister exercises, in addition to not being ground-based, all fail to comprehensively work targeted muscle-groups simultaneously in lower-body, multiple-joint exercises that includes the hips glutes, hamstrings, quads, calves and ankles.

Relatedly, certain exercises that users perform on resistance training systems such as cable weight machines are limited in the amount of weight that can be used during the exercise when the user intends to perform the exercise in a ground-based position. The limitation in weight is the result of the weight resistance during the intended user movement of a particular exercise being in a different direction than the movement of the weights. For example, the weight resistance of a typical cable weight machine requires a user to pull one end of a cable in a downward or outward direction while the weight attached to the opposite end of the cable is pulled upwards, which will result in the user being lifted from the ground if the weight resistance is too large.

Therefore, what is needed is a user stabilization system for resistance training systems that allows the user to perform various ground-based weight resistance exercises machine that works targeted muscle groups, including via reverse weight resistance exercises, without the need for extra equipment or potentially hazardous operation.

SUMMARY

The above and other needs are met by a stabilization system for performing a plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises on a resistance training system. The stabilization system includes a first stabilization assembly and a second stabilization assembly. The first stabilization assembly includes a first support positioned and configured to stabilize a first lower body part of a user during the performance of one of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises with the first stabilization assembly configured such that a horizontal position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system. The second stabilization assembly includes a second support positioned and configured to stabilize a second lower body part of the user during the performance of one of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises with the second support configured to be positioned below the first support of the first stabilization assembly.

According to certain embodiments, the first lower body part is selected from the group consisting of the knees, thigh, upper leg, hips and combinations thereof of the user and the second lower body part is the feet of the user.

According to certain embodiments, the first stabilization assembly is configured such that a vertical position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system.

According to certain embodiments, the second lower body part is one or more feet of the user, the stabilization system further comprising a platform configured to be connected to the resistance training system such that the one or more feet of the user is disposed between the platform and the second support during the performance of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises. According to some embodiments, the stabilization system further includes one or more handlebars extending up from the platform.

According to certain embodiments, the stabilization system further includes a stabilization frame for connecting the stabilization system to the resistance training system, the stabilization frame including a central stabilization frame member configured to adjustably receive the first stabilization assembly. According to some embodiments, the first stabilization assembly further includes a first support post having a proximal end and a distal end, the first support being secured to the first support post adjacent the distal end of the first support post, and an adapter for operatively connecting the first support post to the central stabilization frame member between the proximal and distal end of the first support post such that the horizontal position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system by adjusting a horizontal position of the first support post with respect to the central stabilization frame member.

According to certain embodiments, the central stabilization frame member is configured to adjustably receive the first stabilization assembly and the second stabilization assembly. According to some embodiments, the second stabilization assembly further includes a second support post having a proximal end and a distal end, the second support being secured to the second support post adjacent the distal end of the second support post, and an adapter for operatively connecting the second support post to the central stabilization frame member between the proximal and distal end of the second support post such that a horizontal position of the second support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system by adjusting a horizontal position of the second support post with respect to the central stabilization frame member.

According to certain embodiments, each of the first support and the second support includes one or more roller pads.

According to another embodiment of the disclosure, a stabilization system for performing a plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises on a resistance training system includes a first stabilization assembly and a second stabilization assembly. According to this embodiment, the first stabilization assembly includes a first support positioned and configured to stabilize a first lower body part of a user during the performance of one of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises with the first stabilization assembly being configured such that a horizontal position and a vertical position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system. The second stabilization assembly includes a second support positioned and configured to stabilize a second lower body part of the user during the performance of one of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises, the second stabilization assembly being configured such that a horizontal position of the second support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system independently from the second support with the second support configured to be positioned below the first support of the first stabilization assembly.

According to certain embodiments, the first lower body part is selected from the group consisting of the knees, thigh, upper leg, hips and combinations thereof of the user and the second lower body part is the feet of the user.

According to certain embodiments, the second stabilization assembly is configured such that a vertical position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system.

According to certain embodiments, the second lower body part is one or more feet of the user and the stabilization system further includes a platform configured to be connected to the resistance training system such that the one or more feet of the user is disposed between the platform and the second support during the performance of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises. According to some embodiments, the stabilization system further includes one or more handlebars extending up from the platform.

According to certain embodiments, the stabilization system further includes a stabilization frame for connecting the stabilization system to the resistance training system. The stabilization frame includes a central stabilization frame member configured to adjustably receive the first stabilization assembly and the second stabilization assembly. According to some embodiments, the first stabilization assembly further includes a first support post having a proximal end and a distal end with the first support secured to the distal end of the first support post. The first stabilization assembly further includes a first adapter for operatively connecting the first support post to the central stabilization frame member. The first adapter includes a horizontal guide element and a vertical guide element with the horizontal guide element configured to adjustably receive the first support post between the proximal end and the distal end of the first support post. According to this embodiment, the central stabilization frame member is configured to adjustably receive the vertical guide element of the first adapter such that the vertical position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system by adjusting a vertical position of the vertical guide element with respect to the central stabilization frame member. The horizontal position of the first support is then adjustable with respect to the resistance training system by adjusting a horizontal position of the first support post with respect to the horizontal guide element of the first adapter.

According to some embodiments, the second stabilization assembly further includes a second support post having a proximal end and a distal end with the second support secured to the distal end of the second support post. The second stabilization assembly further includes a second adapter for operatively connecting the second support post to the central stabilization frame member with the second adapter including a horizontal guide element configured to adjustably receive the second support post between the proximal end and the distal end of the second support post. In operation, the horizontal position of the second support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system by adjusting a horizontal position of the second support post with respect to the horizontal guide element of the second adapter.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Other embodiments of the disclosure will become apparent by reference to the Detailed Description in conjunction with the figures, wherein elements are not necessarily to scale so as to more clearly show the details, wherein like reference numbers indicate like elements throughout the several views, and wherein:

FIG. 1 depicts a front overhead perspective view of a cable weight machine with stabilization system according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 2 depicts a side elevation view of the cable weight machine of FIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of the stabilization system portion of the cable weight machine as depicted in FIG. 2.

FIG. 4 is a front elevation view of the cable weight machine of FIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 5 is a front overhead perspective view of the cable weight machine of FIG. 1 with handlebars added to the stabilization system.

FIG. 6 is a side perspective view of a stabilization frame having an adapter for adjusting the horizontal and vertical position of the first support of the first stabilization assembly.

FIGS. 7-13 depict exemplary ground-based weight resistance exercises that can be performed on a resistance training system using the stabilization system according to the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Referring to FIGS. 1 and 5, the present disclosure is directed to a stabilization system 30 for a resistance training system 10. In the embodiment shown and described herein, the resistance training system 10 is exemplified as an adjustable cable weight machine 10. However, the stabilization system 30 of the present disclosure may be used with any number of different types of resistance training systems, machines, racks, etc. (hereinafter collectively referred to as “resistance training systems”) including, but not limited to, pin-select stack, plate-loaded, hydraulic, leverage, electronic/software, and magnetic resistance training systems. In other words, while the stabilization system 30 is shown and described herein as being used with a cable weight machine, the stabilization system 30 may be incorporated into virtually any type of resistance training systems. Further, the stabilization system 30 may be a secondary component intended to be compatible with various third-party systems, or it could be designed specifically for a particular resistance training system.

The stabilization system 30 provides the ability for a user to perform a plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises using the resistance training system 10. For purposes of the present disclosure, a “ground-based weight resistance exercise” is one in which the user is standing on the ground or platform 70 in front of the resistance training system 10 when performing the weight resistance exercise. In other words, the user has their feet on the ground/platform while the weight of the user is largely supported by the ground instead of the user sitting on a seat or bench. The stabilization system 30 is particularly designed to allow for the addition of ground-based reverse weight resistance exercises such as reverse squats, reverse lunges, reverse hip thrusts, reverse leg curls, and more to the resistance training system 10. As described below and shown herein, several different ground-based weight resistance exercises, including different ground-based reverse weight resistance exercises may be performed using different configurations of the stabilization system 30.

With reference to FIGS. 1-5, the stabilization system 30 is depicted in conjunction with a cable weight machine 10. The cable weight machine 10 as depicted generally includes a rectangular, vertically oriented steel frame 12 having a front cable frame member 13. An adjustable weight stack 14 is disposed within the frame 12 with one or more cables 16 and adjustable pulley system 18 operatively connected to the weight stack 14. The cables 16 and pulley system 18 provide for one or more attachment points 20 in which interchangeable handles or straps (not shown) may be attached to a cable 16 adjacent the front cable frame member 13. In preferred embodiments, there are (1) multiple attachment points 20 disposed vertically along the front of the frame 12 as depicted in FIG. 1; and/or (2) one attachment point 20 that can be adjusted vertically by sliding the attachment point 20 along the length of the front frame member 13. Using the different vertical positions of the attachment points 20 and/or different handle/strap members, users can perform a variety of different weight resistance exercises using the cable weight machine 10.

The stabilization system 30 includes a first stabilization assembly 40 and a second stabilization assembly 60. The first stabilization system 40 includes a first support 42 configured to stabilize a first lower body part of a user during the performance of one of the ground-based weight resistance exercises. Similarly, the second stabilization assembly 60 includes a second support 62 configured to stabilize a second lower body part of the user during the performance of the ground-based weight resistance exercise. Thus, in combination, the stabilization system 30 includes a first support 42 and a second support 62 that are configured to simultaneously stabilize two different lower body parts of a user during the performance of a ground-based weight resistance exercise. As shown herein, the first support 42 is preferably positioned and configured to stabilize knees, thighs, upper leg, hips, and combinations thereof of the user (or one of such lower body parts when the user is in a staggered stance as depicted in FIG. 11), while the second support 62 is preferably positioned and configured to stabilize the feet of the user (or one foot of the user when the user is in a staggered stance as depicted in FIG. 11). In preferred embodiments, each of the first support 42 and second support 62 is formed of roller pads that are configured to rotate in conjunction with movement of the user's particularly body part that is pressed against the pad during the exercise. In certain embodiments, each of the first support 42 and second support 62 include a first roller pad (e.g., left roller for the left foot or left knee/hip) and a second roller pad (e.g., right roller for the right foot or right knee/hip). However, it is contemplated that other configurations of the supports 42 and 62 are possible and within the scope of the present disclosure (e.g., stationary pads, single rollers, etc.).

According to another aspect of the disclosure, the first stabilization assembly 40 and second stabilization assembly 60 are operable to provide adjustability to the positioning of their respective first support 42 and second support 62. The adjustability preferably includes the ability to incrementally adjust the horizontal position and vertical position of the first support 42 and second support 62 with respect to the resistance training system 10. In this regard, the resistance training system 10 includes a longitudinal/vertical axis L as depicted in FIG. 2. For purposes of the present disclosure, adjustment of the horizontal position with respect to the resistance training system 10 refers to adjusting the position of the first support 42 and second support 62 along a plane that is substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis L. For example, in the cable weight machine 10 embodiment as depicted, the distance between the attachment points 20 of the cable weight machine 10 and the supports 42, 62 is able to be increased or decreased depending on the particular exercise desired to be performed and/or the size of the user. On the other hand, adjustment of the vertical position of the first support 42 and/or second support 62 refers to adjusting the position of the first support 42 and/or second support 62 along a plane that is substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis L such that the height of the first support 42 and/or second support 62 can be adjusted as desired.

As noted above, in preferred embodiments, both the first support 42 and second support 62 are operable to be both horizontally and vertically adjustable. However, in certain embodiments, one or more of the supports may be configured to be stationary (e.g., foot supports), only horizontally adjustable, or only vertically adjustable. However, to maximize the range of ground-based weight resistance exercises that can be performed using the stabilization system 30 of the present disclosure, it is preferable that the second support 62 is at least horizontally adjustable while the first support 42 is both horizontally and vertically adjustable.

With reference to FIG. 2-4, the stabilization system 30 further includes a stabilization frame 32 that is configured to adjustably support the first support 42 and second support 62 with respect to the resistance training system 10. With reference to FIG. 3, the stabilization frame 32 of this embodiment includes a plurality of stabilization frame members 34a, 34b, and 34c. Stabilization frame members 34a and 34b are secured at a proximal end to the front frame member 13 of the cable weight machine while stabilization frame member 34c is connected to the distal ends of stabilization frame members 34a and 34b. More specifically, in the embodiment shown, stabilization frame members 34a and 34b are spaced apart along the front frame member 13 and each extend laterally (e.g., horizontally as shown or at an angle) from the front frame member 13 with respect to the longitudinal axis L of the cable weight machine 10. Stabilization frame member 34c (which may also be referred to herein as the central stabilization frame member 34c) is then secured to the stabilization frame members 34a and 34b adjacent their distal ends (e.g., via welding) such that the central stabilization frame member 34c extends substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis L of the cable weight machine 10.

With continued reference to FIG. 3, the first stabilization assembly 40 further includes at least one first support post 44 having a proximal end and a distal end with the first support 42 connected adjacent the distal end. First support post 44 is configured to be operatively connected to the central stabilization frame member 34c between its proximal end and distal end such that the horizontal position and/or vertical position of the first support 42 may be incrementally adjusted with respect to the cable weight machine 10. Similarly, the second stabilization assembly 60 includes at least one second support post 64 having a proximal end and a distal end with the second support 62 connected adjacent the distal end. According to this embodiment, second support post 64 is also configured to be operatively connected to the central stabilization frame member 34c between its proximal end and distal end such that the horizontal position and/or vertical position of the second support 62 may be incrementally adjusted with respect to the cable weight machine 10. It is noted that the present embodiment provides that the first support post 44 and second support post 64 are adjustably connected to the same central stabilization frame member 34c. However, in other embodiments, stabilization frame 32 could include any number of frame members in various configurations such that the first support post 44 and second support post 64 are adjustably connected to different frame members while still providing for the adjustment capabilities of the first support 42 and/or second support 62 as desired and disclosed herein.

As shown in FIG. 3, the first support post 44 and second support post 64 include a plurality of pin receivers 46, 66 disposed along the sides of the posts 44, 64 between the proximal end to the distal end to provide for the horizontal adjustability of the posts 44, 64. Similarly, with reference to FIG. 4, central stabilization frame member 34c includes a plurality of pin receivers 36 disposed along the length of the frame member 34c to provide for the vertical adjustability of the posts 44, 64. With reference to FIG. 6, the horizontal and vertical adjustability of post 44 with respect to frame member 34c is further exemplified (with the adjustability of post 64 intending to operate in a similar manner). As shown, the first stabilization assembly 40 further includes an adapter 48. The adapter 48 includes at least one horizontal guide element 47 and a vertical guide element 49. Post 44 is inserted into the horizontal guide element 47. Horizontal guide element 47 is then secured (e.g., via welding) to the vertical guide element 49. The vertical guide element 49 is disposed around the central stabilization frame member 34c. Thus, in operation, post 44 is vertically adjustable by sliding the vertical guide element 49 along the length of the central stabilization frame member 34c and then horizontally adjustable by sliding the post within the horizontal guide element 47. To lock the post 44 into place, locking pins or other similar locking devices are inserted through the guide element 47 or 49 and into one of the pin receivers 46 or 36 as appropriate. In certain embodiments, the locking device (e.g., spring loaded pins) are integrated into the horizontal guide element 47 and/or vertical guide element 49.

It is noted that FIG. 6 depicts first support 42 with one roller pad. In embodiments in which the first support 42 includes two different supports (e.g., two roller pads as shown in FIGS. 1-5), adapter 48 includes a horizontal guide element 47 on each side of the vertical guide element 49. Each horizontal guide element 47 is then operable to receive a first support post 44 having one of the roller pads secured to the distal end of the first support post 44. In other words, the first stabilization assembly 40 includes two first support posts 44 each having a roller pad 42 disposed at the distal end of the post 44. The adapter 48 includes a separate horizontal guide element 47 for each of the two first support posts 44. The entire first stabilization assembly 40 may be adjusted vertically by sliding the vertical guide element 49 up or down the central stabilization frame 34c. However, according to this embodiment, each of the two first support posts 44 are individually horizontally adjustable with respect to their horizontal guide element 47 to horizontally adjust the first support 42.

With reference to FIGS. 1 and 5, the stabilization system 30 preferably also includes a platform 70 that is configured to be attached to the resistance training system 10. With the larger amount of weight resistance that is able to lifted using the stabilization system 30 of the present disclosure, as well as the different ground-based positions of the user that are possible using the stabilization system 30 of the present disclosure, the user standing on a platform that is connected to the base of the resistance training system 10 prevents the resistance training system 10 from tipping over during the performance of the ground-based weight resistance exercises.

With reference to FIG. 5, and according to certain embodiments of the present disclosure, the stabilization system 30 also includes one or more handlebars 80 extending up from the platform 70. The handlebars 80 provide another source of stabilization/support for the user when performing different ground-based weight resistance exercises. Further, with reference to FIG. 13, users may also use one or more of the handlebars 80 to perform certain ground-based weight resistance exercises without the use of the first support 42 and/or second support 62.

Referring to FIGS. 7-13, exemplary ground-based weight resistance exercises are depicted using the stabilization system 30 of the present disclosure in conjunction with a cable weight machine 10. As should be readily understood from these examples, the first support 42, second support 62, and/or handlebars 80 permit a user to maintain control and balance while performing various ground-based weight resistance exercises. In particular, when performing certain ground-based weight resistances exercises such as reverse squats and lunges as depicted in FIGS. 10 and 11, the weight resistance of the resistance training system 10 is often pulling a user away from the ground instead of towards the ground as in more traditional weight exercises. Thus, first support 42 and second support 62 help the user to stay grounded while the weight resistance pulls the user away from the ground. Similarly, with reference to FIGS. 7, 8, and 12, the stabilization system 30 allows users to perform more traditional arm exercises of a resistance training system (such as tricep pulldowns, lat pulldowns, upright rows, etc.) in the ground-based position and/or with more weight resistance possible for stronger users than in traditional resistance training systems.

The foregoing description of preferred embodiments for this disclosure have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the disclosure to the precise form disclosed. Obvious modifications or variations are possible in light of the above teachings. The embodiments are chosen and described in an effort to provide the best illustrations of the principles of the disclosure and its practical application, and to thereby enable one of ordinary skill in the art to utilize the disclosure in various embodiments and with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated. All such modifications and variations are within the scope of the disclosure as determined by any future claims when interpreted in accordance with the breadth to which they are fairly, legally, and equitably entitled.

Claims

1. A stabilization system for performing a plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises on a resistance training system, the stabilization system comprising:

a first stabilization assembly having a first support positioned and configured to stabilize a first lower body part of a user during the performance of one of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises, the first stabilization assembly configured such that a horizontal position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system; and

a second stabilization assembly having a second support positioned and configured to stabilize a second lower body part of the user during the performance of one of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises, the second support configured to be positioned below the first support of the first stabilization assembly.

2. The stabilization system of claim 1 wherein the first lower body part is selected from the group consisting of the knees, thigh, upper leg, hips and combinations thereof of the user and the second lower body part is the feet of the user.

3. The stabilization system of claim 1 wherein the first stabilization assembly is configured such that a vertical position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system.

4. The stabilization system of claim 1 wherein the second lower body part is one or more feet of the user, the stabilization system further comprising a platform configured to be connected to the resistance training system such that the one or more feet of the user is disposed between the platform and the second support during the performance of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises.

5. The stabilization system of claim 4 further comprising one or more handlebars extending up from the platform.

6. The stabilization system of claim 1 further comprising a stabilization frame for connecting the stabilization system to the resistance training system, the stabilization frame including a central stabilization frame member configured to adjustably receive the first stabilization assembly.

7. The stabilization system of claim 6 wherein the first stabilization assembly further includes:

a first support post having a proximal end and a distal end, the first support being secured to the first support post adjacent the distal end of the first support post, and

an adapter for operatively connecting the first support post to the central stabilization frame member between the proximal and distal end of the first support post such that the horizontal position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system by adjusting a horizontal position of the first support post with respect to the central stabilization frame member.

8. The stabilization system of claim 6 wherein the central stabilization frame member is configured to adjustably receive the second stabilization assembly.

9. The stabilization system of claim 8 wherein the second stabilization assembly further includes:

a second support post having a proximal end and a distal end, the second support being secured to the second support post adjacent the distal end of the second support post, and

an adapter for operatively connecting the second support post to the central stabilization frame member between the proximal and distal end of the second support post such that a horizontal position of the second support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system by adjusting a horizontal position of the second support post with respect to the central stabilization frame member.

10. The stabilization system of claim 1 wherein each of the first support and the second support includes one or more roller pads.

11. A stabilization system for performing a plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises on a resistance training system, the stabilization system comprising:

a first stabilization assembly having a first support positioned and configured to stabilize a first lower body part of a user during the performance of one of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises, the first stabilization assembly configured such that a horizontal position and a vertical position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system; and

a second stabilization assembly having a second support positioned and configured to stabilize a second lower body part of the user during the performance of one of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises, the second stabilization assembly configured such that a horizontal position of the second support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system independently from the second support, the second support configured to be positioned below the first support of the first stabilization assembly.

12. The stabilization system of claim 11 wherein the first lower body part is selected from the group consisting of the knees, thigh, upper leg, hips and combinations thereof of the user and the second lower body part is the feet of the user.

13. The stabilization system of claim 11 wherein the second stabilization assembly is configured such that a vertical position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system.

14. The stabilization system of claim 11 wherein the second lower body part is one or more feet of the user, the stabilization system further comprising a platform configured to be connected to the resistance training system such that the one or more feet of the user is disposed between the platform and the second support during the performance of the plurality of different ground-based weight resistance exercises.

15. The stabilization system of claim 14 further comprising one or more handlebars extending up from the platform.

16. The stabilization system of claim 11 further comprising a stabilization frame for connecting the stabilization system to the resistance training system, the stabilization frame including a central stabilization frame member configured to adjustably receive the first stabilization assembly and the second stabilization assembly.

17. The stabilization system of claim 16 wherein:

the first stabilization assembly further includes a first support post having a proximal end and a distal end and a first adapter for operatively connecting the first support post to the central stabilization frame member, the first adapter including a horizontal guide element and a vertical guide element, the horizontal guide element configured to adjustably receive the first support post between the proximal end and the distal end of the first support post,

the first support is secured to the first support post adjacent the distal end of the first support post,

the central stabilization frame member is configured to adjustably receive the vertical guide element of the first adapter such that the vertical position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system by adjusting a vertical position of the vertical guide element with respect to the central stabilization frame member, and

the horizontal position of the first support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system by adjusting a horizontal position of the first support post with respect to the horizontal guide element of the first adapter.

18. The stabilization system of claim 17 wherein:

the second stabilization assembly further includes a second support post having a proximal end and a distal end and a second adapter for operatively connecting the second support post to the central stabilization frame member, the second adapter including a horizontal guide element configured to adjustably receive the second support post between the proximal end and the distal end of the second support post,

the second support is secured to the second support post adjacent the distal end of the second support post, and

the horizontal position of the second support is adjustable with respect to the resistance training system by adjusting a horizontal position of the second support post with respect to the horizontal guide element of the second adapter.

19. The stabilization system of claim 11 wherein each of the first support and the second support includes one or more roller pads.