Abstract: The present invention is directed to somatostatin receptor antagonist compounds having the structure of Formula I: compositions comprising the same, and methods of using such compounds and compositions. The compounds may be useful in the prevention or treatment of hypoglycemia.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to somatostatin receptor antagonist compounds having the structure of Formula I, compositions comprising the same, and methods of using such compounds and compositions. The compounds may be useful in the prevention or treatment of hypoglycemia.

Abstract: A dumbbell having a shaft, first and second dumbbell heads, respectively fixedly connected to first and second ends of the shaft, a tube-shaped hollow grip rotatably arranged around the shaft having first and second ends. An inner diameter of the grip is greater than an outer cross-sectional dimension of the shaft. The dumbbell further having a first ball bearing and a second ball bearing, wherein an outer ring of the first ball bearing is connected to the first dumbbell head, and an inner ring of the first ball bearing is fixedly arranged to the first end of the hollow grip, and an outer ring of the second ball bearing is connected to the second dumbbell head, and an inner ring of the second ball bearing is fixedly arranged to the second end of the hollow grip.

Abstract: A barbell includes first and second bar ends being substantially straight and extending along a first longitudinal axis. A central bar is connected to the bar ends in an angle, and with a mid-portion protruding a first distance from the first longitudinal axis. First and second handles, are connected to at least the central bar and protrudes in an open area between the bar ends. First and second counterweights, protruding a second distance from the first longitudinal axis, substantially in an opposite direction relative the central bar. The first and second counterweights and the second distance are selected so as to weight-balance the central bar.

Abstract: A dumbbell having a shaft, first and second dumbbell heads, respectively fixedly connected to first and second ends of the shaft, a tube-shaped hollow grip rotatably arranged around the shaft having first and second ends. An inner diameter of the grip is greater than an outer cross-sectional dimension of the shaft. The dumbbell further having a first ball bearing and a second ball bearing, wherein an outer ring of the first ball bearing is connected to the first dumbbell head, and an inner ring of the first ball bearing is fixedly arranged to the first end of the hollow grip, and an outer ring of the second ball bearing is connected to the second dumbbell head, and an inner ring of the second ball bearing is fixedly arranged to the second end of the hollow grip.

Abstract: A barbell includes first and second bar ends being substantially straight and extending along a first longitudinal axis. A central bar is connected to the bar ends in an angle, and with a mid-portion protruding a first distance from the first longitudinal axis. First and second handles, are connected to at least the central bar and protrudes in an open area between the bar ends. First and second counterweights, protruding a second distance from the first longitudinal axis, substantially in an opposite direction relative the central bar. The first and second counterweights and the second distance are selected so as to weight-balance the central bar.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to somatostatin receptor antagonist compounds having the structure of Formula I, compositions comprising the same, and methods of using such compounds and compositions. The compounds may be useful in the prevention or treatment of hypoglycemia.

Abstract: A non-impact exercise device comprising a framework, resistance assembly, and a pivoting assembly. The pivoting assembly contains a pair of link arms pivotally coupled to a pair of foot support members. The link arms have handles for the user to grip and the foot support members have foot platforms for the user to stand upon. The foot platforms have a wheel attached to them and the wheel rests upon curved or arced ramps of the exercise device. The user exercises by putting force into the device through the handles and/or foot platforms. This causes the foot platforms to roll along the ramps while the user is standing upon the foot platforms. The user may readily vary the length and frequency of the reciprocating stride.

Abstract: A highly versatile exercise apparatuses is disclosed. More particularly, the invention relates to an exercise apparatus including a central weight stack and opposed extension arms. Upper and lower pulleys direct a cable into the opposed extension arms such that variations in the cable reaction and tension are minimized when either arm is moved.

Abstract: A non-impact exercise device comprising a framework, resistance assembly, and a pivoting assembly. The pivoting assembly contains a pair of link arms pivotally coupled to a pair of foot support members. The link arms have handles for the user to grip and the foot support members have foot platforms for the user to stand upon. The foot platforms have a wheel attached to them and the wheel rests upon curved or arced ramps of the exercise device. The user exercises by putting force into the device through the handles and/or foot platforms. This causes the foot platforms to roll along the ramps while the user is standing upon the foot platforms. The user may readily vary the length and frequency of the reciprocating stride.

Abstract: A highly versatile exercise apparatuses is disclosed. More particularly, the invention relates to a cable crossover exercise apparatus including a central weight stack and opposed extension arms. The invention also relates to a functional lift exercise apparatus including a central weight stack and substantially parallel extension arms. The invention further relates to a cable type exercise apparatus employing a pulley assembly with a 4:1 load ratio.

Abstract: A highly versatile exercise apparatuses is disclosed. More particularly, the invention relates to an exercise apparatus including a central weight stack and opposed extension arms. Upper and lower pulleys direct a cable into the opposed extension arms such that variations in the cable reaction and tension are minimized when either arm is moved.

Abstract: A highly versatile exercise apparatuses is disclosed. More particularly, the invention relates to an exercise apparatus including a central weight stack and opposed extension arms. Upper and lower pulleys direct a cable into the opposed extension arms such that variations in the cable reaction and tension are minimized when either arm is moved.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an exercise apparatus that includes a frame housing a weight stack. A sliding assembly is coupled to the frame and weight stack. The sliding assembly includes, but is not limited to, a guide column, a sliding element disposed on the guide column, a pulley attached to the sliding element, a first mount disposed at one end of the guide column, a second mount coupled to the sliding element, and a first cable disposed in the pulley. The first cable has a first end attached to one end of the guide column, an intermediate portion disposed in the pulley, and a second end terminating in a handle. A second cable may have a first end attached to the sliding element or the first mount and a second end attached to the weight stack. In one embodiment, the guide column, first mount, and second mount are rotatable independently of each other.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus is disclosed including a base structure having a central support member with a first end and a second end to which a vertically oriented resistance assembly is secured. The apparatus also includes a cable having a first strand and a second strand. The cable links a user to the resistance assembly for the application of resistance as the user moves through an exercise routine. The first and second strands exit the resistance assembly at a position adjacent an upper end of the resistance assembly for engagement by the user at a position above the shoulders of the user. The apparatus further includes a user support structure having an upwardly extending support post. The support post includes a first end secured to the central support member and a second end.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an exercise apparatus that includes a frame housing a weight stack. A sliding assembly is coupled to the frame and weight stack. The sliding assembly includes, but is not limited to, a guide column, a sliding element disposed on the guide column, a pulley attached to the sliding element, a first mount disposed at one end of the guide column, a second mount coupled to the sliding element, and a first cable disposed in the pulley. The first cable has a first end attached to one end of the guide column, an intermediate portion disposed in the pulley, and a second end terminating in a handle. A second cable may have a first end attached to the sliding element or the first mount and a second end attached to the weight stack. In one embodiment, the guide column, first mount, and second mount are rotatable independently of each other.

Abstract: A highly versatile exercise apparatuses is disclosed. More particularly, the invention relates to an exercise apparatus including a central weight stack and opposed extension arms. Upper and lower pulleys direct a cable into the opposed extension arms such that variations in the cable reaction and tension are minimized when either arm is moved.

Abstract: A highly versatile exercise apparatuses is disclosed. More particularly, the invention relates to a cable crossover exercise apparatus including a central weight stack and opposed extension arms. The invention also relates to a functional lift exercise apparatus including a central weight stack and substantially parallel extension arms. The invention further relates to a cable type exercise apparatus employing a pulley assembly with a 4:1 load ratio.

Abstract: A highly versatile exercise apparatuses is disclosed. More particularly, the invention relates to a cable crossover exercise apparatus including a central weight stack and opposed extension arms. The invention also relates to a functional lift exercise apparatus including a central weight stack and substantially parallel extension arms. The invention further relates to a cable type exercise apparatus employing a pulley assembly with a 4:1 load ratio.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus is disclosed including a base structure having a central support member with a first end and a second end to which a vertically oriented resistance assembly is secured. The apparatus also includes a cable having a first strand and a second strand. The cable links a user to the resistance assembly for the application of resistance as the user moves through an exercise routine. The first and second strands exit the resistance assembly at a position adjacent an upper end of the resistance assembly for engagement by the user at a position above the shoulders of the user. The apparatus further includes a user support structure having an upwardly extending support post. The support post includes a first end secured to the central support member and a second end.