Abstract: A workout device that has an arcuate body having first and second ends, and one or more attachment points extending through the body, each attachment point for releasably attaching a load and for releasably attaching an anchor to suspend the workout device.

Abstract: An exercise machine assembly provides a fluid-based resistance force and allows a user to exert a force against the resistance force. A fluid displacement device is coupled to the exercise machine assembly and rotatably driven by the force exerted by the user. A fluid container has a hollow body enclosing the fluid displacement device, allowing for the fluid displacement device to rotate therein, and encloses a fluid. The fluid container includes an inner reservoir and an outer reservoir that cause the fluid-based resistance force to vary based on amounts of fluid in the inner and outer reservoirs, respectively. Further, the inner reservoir has one or more openings through which fluid can flow from either of the inner reservoir or the outer reservoir to the other.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a pair of step-up apparatuses wearable on feet of a user. Each step-up apparatus is configurable between an expanded configuration and a compressed configuration to simulate a selected motion when the user wearing the pair of step-up apparatuses travels by foot. One of the step-up apparatuses moves towards the expanded configuration while the other step-up apparatus moves towards the compressed configuration.

Abstract: A sledmill exercise apparatus. The apparatus has a frame with two spaced apart upright supports, which is stabilized to prevent tipping. The frame has a spacer bar between the supports and is moveably connected to it to vary the distance between the bar and the ground. The frame has two handles moveably connected to the bar to vary the distance between the handles. The bar is lockable in one position and the handles are lockable in a holding position. An endless drive belt with a driving surface contacts a user's foot. The supports are sufficiently spaced apart to permit location of the belt adjacent the frame. The bar position and the holding position are such that the user achieves a desired biomechanical position which allows forward and backward resistant movement of the belt relative to the frame.

Abstract: A passive-type treadmill is disclosed which includes a closed-loop belt rolling around a first and a second roller for providing a running platform, the first and second rollers being space apart, a resistance wheel contacting the first roller for providing resistance to the rotation of the first roller, the resistance wheel being capable of rotating around a shaft, and a spring urging the shaft and thus the resistance wheel against the first roller.

Abstract: A stretching apparatus for use during a stretching exercise includes a strap and a ratchet device. The strap is configured to attach to a limb of a user. The strap extends through the ratchet device and the ratchet device controls tension in the strap. The ratchet device is positionable between a ratcheting position and a release position. The ratcheting position prevents movement of the strap in a first direction and allows movement of the strap in a second direction. The release position allows movement of the strap in the first direction. The stretching apparatus also includes a remote trigger connected to the ratchet device to move the ratchet device between the ratcheting position and the release position. The stretching apparatus removably connects to support structures and is adjustable between different positions for different stretching exercises.

Abstract: A jump rope device includes a connection assembly having a male connecting member and a female connecting member. The male connecting member includes a head having first and second locking projections. The female connecting member defines an opening configured to receive at least a portion of the male connecting member into an internal cavity. The female connecting member includes first and second locking arms that are biased into a first position, and configured to move from the first position into a second position when the male connecting member is inserted into the opening. Rotation of the male connecting member relative to the female connecting member moves the locking projections out of contact with the locking arms and into respective apertures defined in the female connecting member, allowing the locking arms to return to the first position and creating a secure connection between the male and female connecting members.

Abstract: An exercise machine may include a deck, a lift motor connected to the deck, and a cooling mechanism that cools the lift motor when the cooling mechanism is activated.

Abstract: An elliptical trainer includes a base frame, a front upright frame mounted at the front side of the base frame, a transmission device set mounted at the front upright frame, a guide rail device set including a guide rail seat pivotally connected with its rear side to the rear side of the base frame, an upper support unit affixed to the front side of the guide rail seat and a lower support unit pivotally connected to the front side of the guide rail seat and biasable up and down relative to the front side of the guide rail seat, a retractable device set pivotally connected between the upper support unit and the lower support unit, and a pedal device set connected to the transmission device set and slidably supported on the guide rail seat.

Abstract: A resistance band apparatus for a person to perform resistance exercises includes a pair of rigid resistance band buckles each having a first end and a second end. The first end has a first attachment mechanism and the second end has at least one second attachment mechanism. At least one elastomeric resistance band has two opposing ends, each end adapted for attachment to the second attachment mechanism of one of the resistance band buckles. Multiple resistance bands may be included, some having a unique length and/or elasticity. The resistance bands are interchangeable and selectively fixed with the buckles. The apparatus may further include a proximal strap fixed between a first resistance band buckle and a user interface mechanism such as a handle, and a distal strap fixed between a second opposing resistance band buckle and an object engagement mechanism, such as a door bracket.

Abstract: The exercise device is adapted for use in resistance training. The exercise device is adapted for use with an exerciser. The exercise device comprises an anchor block and a plurality of resistance straps. Each individual resistance strap selected from the plurality of resistance straps is an elastic spring like device. The selected individual resistance strap provides a counterforce to an exerciser that is deforming the selected individual resistance strap through the use of tension. Each individual resistance strap is anchored to the anchor block. The anchor block is a rectilinear structure. The exerciser sits upon or pushes against the anchor block such that the weight of the exerciser in combination with the exercises performed will hold the anchor block in position during an exercise session.

Abstract: Disclosed are various approaches for determining the maximum oxygen consumption of a person, also known as maximum aerobic capacity or VO2 Max. A person is positioned on a treadmill. Attached to the person is a harness configured to apply a horizontal force to the person. A work rate for the person can be calculated based at least in part on the magnitude of the horizontal force applied by the harness and the velocity of the belt. The maximum oxygen consumption for the person can then be calculated based at least in part on the previously calculated work rate.

Abstract: The invention relates to the treadmill technology, and more particularly to the low noise type direct drive type treadmill. It has solved the technical problems such as large output power loss and large noise. The low noise type direct-drive type treadmill includes a running platform, an endless running belt arranged on the running platform, a rotating roller arranged at one end of the running platform and a tubular motor arranged at the other end. The rotary roller and tubular motor is arranged parallel to each other and provided with a running belt fixed to the running platform between the rotating roller and the tubular motor, the annular running belt is arranged between the rotating roller and the tubular motor and the annular running belt is located on the periphery of the running belt when the tubular motor is operable to drive the endless running belt.

Abstract: A body weight exercise device includes a frame, a first handle attached to the frame, a second handle attached to the frame, and a processor and memory. The memory includes programmed instructions to cause the processor to determine a characteristic associated with a performance of an exercise with the body weight exercise device.

Abstract: A hand, wrist and forearm exercise device includes a resistive hand grip exerciser disposed at each end of a flexible, elongated resilient member. The flexible, elongated resilient member is arcuately bendable along a longitudinal axis and also one end is twistable relative to the another end along the longitudinal axis.

Abstract: An exercise machine is provided which is configured to place a user in an exercise position, wherein movement during exercise against a load will target the gluteus maximus muscles. The exercise machine positions the body of a user in a lowered or exercise position which supports the user while raising their body to an elevated position, in a manner to stabilize the user and direct movement of the user along the sagittal plane during use, while concurrently isolating the gluteus maximus muscles as the muscles overcoming the load.

Abstract: A stepper exercise device includes a base support frame, a wheel assembly having a first wheel, a stepper assembly coupled to the base support base and first wheel of the wheel assembly, and a resistance adjustment mechanism coupled to the wheel assembly. The stepper assembly includes a first step pedal and a second step pedal coupled to a first side and a second side of the first wheel respectively. The first step pedal and the second step pedal are configured to move in an elliptical motion resembling a step motion of a user as if the user walked on the support surface. The resistance adjustment mechanism is configured to provide different amounts of resistance to rotational motions of the first wheel, which in turn provides various resistance to step motions of the first and second step pedals to adjust the intensity of the exercise.

Abstract: An exercise machine may include a deck, a motor housing incorporated into the deck, a lift motor located in the motor housing, and a cooling mechanism that cools the lift motor when the cooling mechanism is activated. An airflow pathway may be defined to direct air from the cooling mechanism to a location above the motor housing and on to a user of the exercise machine. The exercise machine may be configured such that upon beginning operation of the machine, substantially all of the airflow exhausts to the location above the motor housing. A mechanism may be provided to selectively alter a characteristic of the airflow after the exercise machine has begun operation.

Abstract: A manually operated treadmill includes a running belt defining a non-planar running surface, and an electrical power generator coupled to the running belt and adapted to convert rotational motion of the running belt into electrical power. A rotational speed of the running belt is controllable by a user's relative position longitudinally forward or rearward on the non-planar running surface.

Abstract: A locomotor training system, including device and methods of use, is provided. The locomotor training device is a simple mechanical device which includes a rigid supporting member coupled to the front-thigh side of a user's proximal lower extremity and a hinged member coupled to the lower extremity distal to the rigid supporting member. Manipulation of the device by an operator, in some cases facilitated by an adjustable handle, facilitates the user's normalization of joint mechanics associated with unimpaired ambulation while providing neuromuscular re-education and muscle strengthening.