Abstract: Disclosed is a triceps exercising apparatus. A support harness comprises a neck band and pectoral flaps extending from the neck band in each direction. The neck band and pectoral flaps may be configured together as a unitary structure or as separate structures. In either case, the neck band is placed at the rear of the base of the user's neck, and the support harness is draped over both of the user's shoulders, so that each pectoral flap rests over one of the clavicles. Attached to each pectoral flap and descending therefrom is an elongated elastic element, such as a bungee cord. The lower end of each elastic element is secured to a D-shaped hand stirrup. In embodiments in which the elastic elements are bungee cords, the upper hook of one cord is looped over a hook secured to the lower portion of each pectoral flap, and the lower look is looped over the top of the respective hand stirrup.

Abstract: An exercise device including an upper segment secured via an articulating joint to the upper body or arm and a lower segment which is slidably connected to the upper segment. The lower segment includes a hand support or hand grip. The attachment of the upper segment to the body is done via an articulating joint so that the upper segment may be freely moved in an arc of approximately sixty degrees, front to back. The joint provides a selectable amount of friction, thereby enhancing the intensity of the exercise. The upper segment is slidably and rotatably connected to the lower segment allowing the lower segment to be twisted and moved rectilinearly relative to the upper segment. The lower segment is terminated at the bottom in an elastomeric pole tip for absorbing shock. The lower segment pole tip may also incorporate a spring.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus and method for training athletes or rehabilitating disabled or injured individuals. The device is used to assist users with training muscle fibers that are difficult to train. This device will allow a coach to assist the user with the development of muscles. A user portion (14) of the belt (60) is used to harness a user during an exercise. A controller portion (12) may be connected to the user portion (14) for applying and controlling resistance during the exercise. The training apparatus is used to apply the overload (i.e., additional resistance) at single points or in short phases in order to maintain specificity of the learned action; not to train similar but alternate patterns of action that would not be used by the neuromuscular system when executing the original action. In addition, the apparatus allows the controller the option of assisting the user with the training by choosing whether to pull a releasing handle.

Abstract: A track runner pacing device is provided including a running track. A pacer housing is adapted to move around the running track. A control mechanism serves to effect the movement of the pacer housing about the track at a speed calculated from a distance and time entered into the control means by a user.

Abstract: An exercise device for exercising a user's upper body including a U-Shaped guard mounted around a user's waist, a non-elastic cord extending around a central portion of the guard, guide means on said guard for positioning the cord to allow free longitudinal sliding movement and a hand hold at each end of the cord to allow the user to grasp one of the hand holds in each hand and force the cord to slide alternately in opposite directions along the guard.

Abstract: A readily removable two piece stretch fabric garment (3) with four pockets (4,5,6,7) for containing weights (4a, 5a, 6a 7a) is attached to the users athletic or conventional shoe (2) for the purpose of exercise, training and/or physical therapy. The weights are contoured to match the shape of that portion of the shoe which they overly and they are secured in their respective pockets by releasable Velcro (R) closures. A durable rubber or vinyl sole (8) connected to the toe portion of the footwear garment grips the toe segment of the shoe and forms a partial under surface for the garment to the shoe.

Abstract: An improved exercise walking stick for hand-held or strap-on use by a walker which simultaneously provides a walker or jogger with an enhanced adjustable muscular and aerobic workout, a means for enhancing the walker's visibility, and a means of protecting the walker against unwanted aggressors such as thieves or animals.

Abstract: An upper body exercise device designed to be used by a person while walking. The device consists of a belt to which a pair of cables is attached. The cables are retractable and roll up automatically, via a spring reel assembly, onto spools located within a pair of handgrips. The user grasps the handgrips and pulls outwardly while walking. The force required to pull the handgrips outwardly can be increased or decreased by turning an adjustment knob located on the outside of each handgrip. The adjustment knob causes a frictional force to be exerted on the cable spool making it easier or harder to pull the cable out. Straps are provided on each side of the belt to store the handgrips when not in use. Obviously the device of the present invention may also be used while in a stationary position or while jogging.

Abstract: A walking-type exerciser including two mounting seats, a detachable first supporting frame member connected to the mounting seats, a second supporting frame member detachably attached to the mounting seats, a handle detachably connected to the mounting seats, and two rocking devices detachably mounted to the mounting seats.

Abstract: An arm/shoulder exercise walking vest (10) comprising a belt (12) worn about a waist (14) of a person (16). A pair of shoulder straps (18) are secured to the belt (12) and worn on a torso (20) of the person (16). A plurality of rings (22) are provided. A structure (24) is for affixing the rings (22) in spaced apart relationships to the shoulder straps (18) and the belt (12). A plurality of elastic bands (26) of varying resistances are also provided. A facility (28) is for attaching in a removable manner a first end (30) of one elastic band (26) to one of the rings (22). The elastic band (26) can be pulled through any other of the rings (22) and grasped at a second end (32) by a hand (34) to be used by the person (16) for exercising an arm/shoulder (36) while walking.

Abstract: A belt which mounts to the hips and thighs and includes a number of fasteners for selectively attaching one or more training bands. The fasteners are arrayed about the circumference of hip and thigh straps. Varying degrees of resistance to hip rotation are obtained upon selectively positioning appropriate elastic and/or static training bands to the fasteners at the front, sides and rear of the hip strap. The training bands may be supported to stationary objects or handles can be gripped by a training assistant. The assembly finds particular advantage for training softball pitchers and batters, although can be used to condition other dynamic training or therapeutic movements.

Abstract: A joggers belt includes a waist band of a resilient material. The band mounts a series of pouches having weight elements within them. The band is configured so that as the jogger moves the weight elements tend to compress the band so that the full force of the weight elements is applied to the jogger's skeleton over a period of time thereby reducing the maximum forces that are applied to the jogger's joints. This result is supported and improved by forming the band with a triangular cross section so that the weights are tilted with respect to the joggers waist. In one embodiment, the weights are spring mounted so as to further extend the force timing of the belt.

Abstract: Fitness apparatus including an upper body wearable protective shell formed of a generally planar web material, which is sufficiently flexible so as to be generally conformable to a user's body and generally impact resistant, a plurality of resiliently stretchable elongate elements mounted at first ends thereof on the protective shell; and a plurality of user appendage engagement attachments mounted at second ends of respective ones of the elongate elements.

Abstract: An adjustable or non-adjustable exercise device having at least one shaft. It is also possible to attach weights, an electronics package, an offset or removable tip to the exercise device. A method of exercising with the exercise device.

Abstract: An exercise device including an upper segment secured via an articulating joint to the upper body or arm and a lower segment which is slidably connected to the upper segment. The lower segment includes a hand support or hand grip. The attachment of the upper segment to the body is done via an articulating joint so that the upper segment may be freely moved in an arc of approximately sixty degrees, front to back. The joint provides a selectable amount of friction, thereby enhancing the intensity of the exercise. The upper segment is slidably and rotatably connected to the lower segment allowing the lower segment to be twisted and moved rectilinearly relative to the upper segment. The lower segment is terminated at the bottom in an elastomeric pole tip for absorbing shock. The lower segment pole tip may also incorporate a spring.

Abstract: This exercise device extends the forearms of a human user to permit running on all fours as an animal runs. The device, usually used as a set of two, is long enough to approximately equalize the user's hip to foot distance and the distance from the user's shoulder to the device's extended end. It has a brace to be grasped by the user's hand with the back of the hand in the forward direction, with an arm embracing member to grasp the elbow end of the forearm, and a forearm support in contact with at least a portion of the wrist end of the forearm at its forward facing surface. The brace is connected to a post. The brace and post are slidable engaged and coupled by a shock absorbing coupling. The outer end of the post terminates in a foot that, during use, permits the brace and post to rotate about an axis perpendicular to the forward direction.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a device for an arm free treadmill workout. It has a belt having a left side and a right side. There is a left loop attached to the left side of the belt. The device has a right loop attached to the right side of the belt. A first strap has a first end connected to the left loop and a second end connected to the treadmill. A second strap has a first end connected to the right loop and a second end connected to the treadmill.

Abstract: A new resistance, weight loss garment worn by user will elevate the heart rate of a user so that the user can expend more calories over an extended period. The garment would contain at least one article of clothing worn on the body of the user, said article of clothing incorporating elastic resistance structures that tend to oppose normal directions of motion thereby causing extra exertion by the user that results in burning more calories over a period of time.

Abstract: An exercise device to be used while walking for exercising the back, abdominal, chest, shoulders, arms, hands, buttocks and leg muscles while walking. A first preferred embodiment of the device includes a elastic neoprene rubber belt having a first and second pair of metal O-rings sewn onto the left and right sides respectively of the belt and approximately 16 long latex hoses attached to each pair. The opposite loose ends of hoses have third and fourth pairs of metal O-rings sewn thereon attached to cylindrical neoprene rubber covers that house a pair of coaxial weights therein. The second embodiment of the device has a T-cross-sectional shaped weight formed by a cylindrical plastic body and an enlarged end cap for fitting within a user's hands and through-holes for tieing. A third embodiment uses alternating hollow cylindrical weights of 1 and 2 lbs each, where each weight has identical outside dimensions. The lengths of the elastic hoses can be varied depending upon the arm swinging of the user.

Abstract: Method and assembly for measuring the speed of or distance covered by a runner. According to the invention, the angular displacement of the foot is measured, and the distance of the trunk from a reference, such as the foot or the ground, is determined. On the basis of these data it is possible to calculate the speed or distance.

Abstract: An exercise device to be worn on the user's body. The exercise device includes a resistance arm connected by pivot means at the ends thereof to mechanisms for mounting the resistance arm at spaced apart locations on the human body. The mechanisms for mounting include an arm harness at one end and a body harness at the other end, or a pair of straps for mounting around either an arm or a leg of the user's body spaced above and below an elbow or a knee, respectively.

Abstract: An arcuately-formed reservoir, having collapsible, accordion-pleated sides, provides a supply of drinking water which, also, serves as a weighting medium. A compliant sheathing is used to enclose the reservoir therewithin. A pair of sheathed reservoirs are carried on the wrists of a jogger or runner. The reservoir has a closure cap, with a water-dispensing control valve therein, and the sheathing has an aperture formed therein through which the cap and valve protrude.

Abstract: An inflatable structure having a trampoline-type floor with an inflatable framework projecting upwardly therefrom and having netting panels extending between adjacent portions of said framework to prevent a child from inadvertently bouncing out of the structure, with at least one of said panels having releasable fastening means to allow opening of said one of said panels as a door.

Abstract: A jogging apparatus comprising a base and a hollow container mounted on the base with a plurality of shock absorbers. The container having an open top defined by a rim, at least one side wall terminating at the rim, an interior space and a bottom, the interior space filled with a predetermined amount of sand.

Abstract: An exercise device for exercising the user's legs includes a base member having a bottom for engaging a flat support surface and upwardly opening sockets defined by a bottom panel and an upright surrounding socket with cushion elements constructed of resilient compressible material. The cushion elements have lower portions sized and adapted to be nestably received within the sockets and upper portions forming a domical structure that projects above the base member when the cushion elements are received within the sockets.

Abstract: A combination exercise device includes a trampoline which has a peripheral frame and a resiliently mounted spring member secured to the frame with an upper surface upon which the user may jump. Feet are mounted to the frame for elevating the spring member. The exercise device also includes a step which has a horizontal rigid platform upon which the user may repeatedly step on and off in an aerobic exercise. The trampoline is selectively mounted with respect to the step so that the upper surface of the spring member of the trampoline is selectively disposed above the platform at a sufficient distance to permit the trampoline to be used while mounted over the spring member. In other stages of use the trampoline is removed from the step so that the step may be used in an exercise mode. Alternatively, the trampoline may be of a sufficiently small size that the step and trampoline could be permanently mounted together and both types of exercises could then be selectively performed.

Abstract: An athletic support device adapted to be used in assisting an individual to perform abdominal sit-ups without additional stress being placed on the cervical-thoracic region of the body. The support device includes a body member adapted to be positioned about the base the neck so as to brace the cervical-thoracic junction. The body member includes a pair of handle members, whereby the support device is held in place to assist the user while rising from a lying position to a sitting position when performing sit-up exercises.

Abstract: An aesthetically pleasing weight for shoes allows a user to customize his or her workout. The shoe weight slips under the shoelaces of workout shoe. The shoe weight is held firmly in place by the shoelace tension and shape of the shoe weight. A secondary securing cord can be used as a backup to hold the weight in position. The intensity of the workout can be varied by the number and magnitude of weight the user selects. Different muscle groups can be targeted by adjusting the position on the shoe on which the weight(s) is secured. The shoe weight is attractively shaped of polished metal. Conversely, the shoe weights can be coated. The coating can be colored, textured or the like.

Abstract: An adjustable exercise device having at least two shafts. The exercise device has a novel adjustment means. It is also possible to attach weights or an electronics package an offset or removable tips, to the exercise device.

Abstract: An exercise device having at least one shaft, and a weight attached to the shaft. The weight may be attached in a variety of ways, and the amount of weight may be varied depending on the users needs.

Abstract: An exercise device comprising first and second collars for encircling the right and left legs of a user, respectively, and at least one resistance member extending between and connected to each of the collars to provide increasing resistance against angular separation of the legs through a range of flexion and extension motion. Each collar is selectively securable in a predetermined position relative to corresponding leg, preferably surrounding the knee and supporting the kneecap, or alternately surrounding the thigh or calf of the user. The natural tension provided by the resistance member may be augmented by using one or more layers of elastomeric material that provide graduated or progressively increasing levels of resistance. The device may be used to enhance the benefits of walking or running, for rehabilitative therapy, enhancement of other aerobic conditioning activities, increasing muscular flexibility and joint mobility, or strength training.

Abstract: This exercise device extends the forearms of a human user to permit running on all fours as an animal runs. The device, usually used as a set of two, is long enough to approximately equalize the user's hip to foot distance and the distance from the user's shoulder to the device's extended end. It has a brace to be grasped by the user's hand with the back of the hand in the forward direction, with an arm embracing member to grasp the elbow end of the forearm, and a forearm support in contact with at least a portion of the wrist end of the forearm at its forward facing surface. The brace is connected to a post. The brace and post are slidable engaged and coupled by a shock absorbing coupling. The outer end of the post terminates in a foot that, during use, permits the brace and post to rotate about an axis perpendicular to the forward direction.

Abstract: An exercise and physical therapy device having an adjustable length elongated resilient element with a wrist attachment strap at one end and a shoe attachment clip at the other end. The device is configured so that the shoe clip attaches to either the shoelace or an eyelet of the user's shoe, allowing the device to be used simultaneously while performing walking, running, or other exercises.

Abstract: An upper torso arm weight support to be used during jogging and walking to obviate muscle fatigue in the rear shoulder and lower neck regions having the corresponding result of prolonging the exercise routine with attendant benefit to leg and/or further overall muscle or aerobic development. A medial portion of a cushioned non-elastic band is positioned intermediate the user's shoulders just below the user's neck by criss-crossing straps. The user grasps handgrips at either end of the band which thereby supports the weight of the arms.

Abstract: A resilient stretching exercise device worn on the body of the user, in particular about the arms and shoulders. The device has four contiguous loops of resilient cord. The two inner loops pass around the back and through the arms of the user. The two outer loops terminate in handgrips whereby the user may exercise arms, shoulders and upper body while walking by pumping the arms against the resistance of the resilient cord.

Abstract: An elastic exercise device which provides varying resistance to exercise to enable a user to adjust the resistance depending on the strength of the muscles being exercised. The resistance to exercise is varied by selectively adjusting and securing the length of a resistance member. The present invention is directed to a flexible host member carrying a resistance member. The resistance member has an adjustment section which extends along at least length of the flexible host member and is accessible for adjustment. A securing member is attached to the adjustment section, whereby the length of the resistance member is secured alter being adjusted. The length of the resistance member is shortened by accessing the adjustment section of the resistance member, drawing a loop portion of the adjustment section, wrapping the loop portion around or against the flexible member, wrapping the securing member around the flexible member and then fastening the securing member.

Abstract: A weight apparatus adapted to be worn on the shank position of either the arm or the leg and the associated method of attaching such a weight apparatus to the body. The weight apparatus includes at least one weight between one half pound and ten pounds. A biasing device is used to bias the weight against the shank portion of the limb. The biasing device biases the weight in a specific orientation whereby the weight is held against the shank in the region where the predominant bone in the shank is most discernable. By biasing the weight in such a position, there is little muscle or tendons disposed between the weight and the bone. As a result, as the muscles and tendons in the shank are flexed, there is little change in the shape of the surface against which the weight rests. As a result, the weight can be worn comfortably in a manner that does not restrict the natural movements of any muscles or tendons within the limb.

Abstract: An exercise device is provided which is useful as a jogging or aerobics accessory. The device is worn on a belt which fits around the waist of the user. The device features handles attached to retractable cords. As the handles are extended away from the waist of the user, the device provides adjustable resistance.

Abstract: A stair climbing exercise apparatus capable of playing with a video game machine including a body portion having a plurality of steps each of which is formed with a plurality of recesses, each of the recesses having a plurality of cavities, a pedal fitted in each of the recesses and having a plurality of protuberances adapted to be received in the cavities, a spring disposed within each of the cavities, and a micro-switch arranged in each of the recesses and under the pedal.

Abstract: A multipurpose floating pillow including an ellipse dish-like lower member having a spherical recess formed on its top surface for receiving an inflatable sac therein. A molded and resilient upper member covers and engages with the lower member. A container may be disposed in a recess formed on the bottom side of the lower member to receive, for example, a weight scale. Pads made of slightly rigid material may be disposed between the inflatable sac and the upper member. The resiliency and softness of the floating pillow can be adjusted through the inflation of the inflatable sac. The floating pillow will therefore not become deformed after long periods of use and may provide different functions on different occasions.

Abstract: A legwork strengthening and style training device. The device has a pair of leg straps for engaging around a person's thighs just above the knees. Each leg strap is a relatively wide, elongate, and elastic strap with detachable hook and lace material affixed thereto to provide size fitting adjustability. Each leg strap has an elongate sliding strap with two ends and an intermediate region, each end being attached to the leg strap, with the intermediate region being unattached to the leg strap. A pair of sliding snap hooks are provided, each having a sliding portion which has an aperture through which the intermediate region of the sliding strap slidably passes and an upper hook end which is detachably attachable to the attachment ends of the elastic resistance member. The upper hook end is rotatably connected to the sliding portion.

Abstract: An exercise device having at least one shaft. The exercise device has at least one off-set, either at the top or at the bottom depending upon the user's needs. It is also possible to attach weights or an electronics package to the exercise device.

Abstract: A new and improved spring-loaded ski pole for upper body workout comprising a base portion secured within a ski pole. The base portion has an aperture formed therethrough. Included in the device is a housing having an open first end and a closed second end. The open first end has a diameter greater than the base portion. The closed second end has an aperture formed therethrough. A steel rod is situated within the housing and retained within the aperture formed through the base portion. The steel rod has a stop integral therewith. The stop is positioned beyond the base portion preventing the steel rod from exiting the base portion. The second end extends upwardly through the aperture of the closed second end of the housing. A spring envelops the steel rod. The spring has a first end resting on the base portion and a second end resting against the closed second end of the housing.

Abstract: When a lap switch is operated, data of a lap time stored in a register T is stored in a lap register pointed out by a pointer PR. An average pace for a section of a course is calculated on the basis of data of a step count for that section stored in a register H and data on the lap time for that section stored in the register T. Data on a calculated average pace is stored in a lap register. A pace difference between the present and the immediately preceding average pace is calculated and data on the pace difference is stored in an appropriate lap register. Thereafter, the pointer PR is incremented by one.

Abstract: A sport parachute for use in speed and endurance enhancement training for athletes, particularly runners, bikers, skaters, etc. engaged in recreational activities and amateur or professional sports. The parachute is provided with cords attached at one end to cord attachment points along the edge of a parachute sheet and attached together commonly at the other end thereof and to a strap, e.g. a belt, to be worn by the athlete. The cords are brought together through a resistance adjuster that alters the free length of the cords and the resulting shape of the parachute when inflated to thereby alter the drag afforded by the inflated parachute. The parachute sheet is formed with air pockets extending radially from near the center of the sheet and terminating at the cord attachment points. The drag afforded by the parachute may be adjusted by the degree of opening of the pockets and the spreading apart of the cord attachment points.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus utilizing a harness or girth which attaches to the central region of a user. A boss extends outwardly and rearwardly from the harness to support a frame member. The frame member is detachably connected to the boss and connected to a sheet or airfoil which is capable of creating air resistance and increases work to the user as the user travels in a certain direction.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for pacing an athlete along a predetermined course having at least one visual marker located thereon to be used in conjunction with a prerecorded narrative message indicating when the athlete should be adjacent the visual marker and for providing motivational support to the athlete along the length of the course. The device includes a means worn by the athlete for playing back any one of a plurality of prerecorded messages, each corresponding to a specific distance and performance goal. The plurality of messages may be stored on an archival medium such as a magnetic tape or electronic chip which, when played back, produces an audio narrative message heard by the athlete. Each narrative message continuously provides the athlete an update of the time into the event, the remaining in the event, the time between successive visual markers, and motivational support.

Abstract: An exercise device having at least one shaft, and a weight attached to the shaft. The weight may be attached in a variety of ways, and the amount of weight may be varied, depending on the users needs.

Abstract: An exercise device for exercising a user's upper body, including a belt mountable around the user's waist, an elastic cord secured at a midpoint thereof to the front portion of the belt, and gripping members operatively connected to the respective ends of the elastic member. The gripping members may include a hand grip only, a wrist cuff only, or both a hand grip and a wrist cuff, either as separate members or as an integral unit. As an alternate embodiment, the belt may be a two piece belt connected at the front ends thereof by a cord adjuster plate, with the elastic cord adjustably secured to the belt by an anchor.

Abstract: An exercise belt which is worn around the waist or hips of the user having an outer band of neoprene (10) which expands and contracts with the pulling and releasing of the belt. A continuous band of webbing (12) with expansion loops (14) and web loops (16), is attached to the outer band of neoprene (10). The expansion loops limit the neoprene (10) from over expanding. The web loops (16) allow for connecting to a tow line. A patch of velcro pile (18) at the rear of the belt allows accessories to be attached. An inner band of neoprene (10) with velcro (18 & 20) assists in a firm fit, and adjusts for various user sizes. The belt is characterized as quick and easy to put on and take off.