Abstract: A mechanical jump rope device for forward rotation of the rope with backward rotation obstructed by a ratchet and pawl mechanism includes a semicircular rope having a pair of ends. Each of the ends is coupled to a respective one of each handle of a pair of handles. Each of the ends of the rope engages by a ratchet and pawl mechanism with each of the handles. A distal end of each of the handles engages by a push button locking mechanism to a bar. Each of the handles can be attached or removed from the bar. The user can use the mechanical jump rope device with or without the bar. The rope rotates forward and the user jumps over the rope. Backward rotation of the rope is hindered by the ratchet and pawl mechanism.

Abstract: A handgrip for skipping ropes having a hollow handle, for gripping the handgrip and configured for housing at least one internal ballast; and a connection element for connecting the handle to a rope; an external ballast able to be fixed to the handle, surrounding and configured for gripping the handgrip.

Abstract: A jump rope device includes a handle and a cable detachably connected to one another via a first and second connecting members. The handle includes a bearing assembly that is connected to the first connecting member via a connecting ring. A bearing post of the bearing assembly includes an enlarged portion that limits the range of motion of the bearing ring so as to prevent the first connecting member from making any contact with any portion of the handle other than the connecting ring.

Abstract: Training devices having at least two elastic members connected to a respective end of an inelastic member are disclosed. The training devices comprise first and second handles coupled to a respective one of the two elastic members. The training devices may be used to add various strength training modalities to a cardiovascular workout or fitness regimen. The training device may be provided in the form of a kit including elastic and inelastic members having differing elasticities, lengths, and widths and including removable handles, potentially of differing types.

Abstract: An exercise system includes a handle having a shaft, a head, a spindle, and a loop. The shaft extends from a first end to a second end. The head has a top, a bottom, a front, and a rear, the top opposite the bottom, the front opposite the rear, the bottom of the head affixed to the second end of the shaft. The spindle has a ring and is positioned at the front of the head with the spindle rotatably supported upon the head. The loop is affixed to the top of the head. The exercise system includes one or more elastic exercise cords configured to selectively connect to the loop or the ring. The exercise system may include one or more kettleballs configured to selectively connect to the one or more elastic exercise cords. The kettleballs and/or elastic exercise cords may be moved in a circular motion.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus for high intensity interval training includes a pair of elastomer tubing devices being stretchable beyond a resting length and further having a first end forming a hand grip for a user, and an opposing end including an anchor portion to enable releasable attachment to a fixed mount. The elastomer tubing devices are independently affixable to one or more fixed mounts at a first distance between the respective anchor portions along a transverse plane and a second distance above ground level to permit independent or tandem oscillation by the user, wherein the elastomer tubing devices are stretched a predetermined distance beyond the resting length and maintained approximately at the predetermined distance during the oscillation. Mechanical impedance of the elastomer tubing devices is adjustable by the user working against inertia generated during the oscillation.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a lighted connector configured to be attached to a rechargeable battery to allow the rechargeable battery to charged and/or discharged. The lighted connector includes a light that is operably connected to a control unit and/or processing component. The control unit and/or processing component may be programmed to control operation of the light in accordance with various parameters. In some embodiments, the light may be configured to be illuminated in response to an illumination triggering event, such as the lighted connector transitioning from a closed position toward an open position or a battery maintenance device associated with the lighted connector being connected to a power source. In addition, the lighted connector may be configured to be turned off in response to a shut-off triggering event, such as the lighted connector being correctly attached to a rechargeable battery. Furthermore, the light may be used in various ways to provide feedback to the user.

Abstract: A toy is disclosed for a segmented tube track kit. The toy comprises a tube, comprised of reversibly attachable tubes. In one embodiment, the tube segments are held together frictionally. In another embodiment, tube segments are held together by locking mechanisms consisting of projections and cutouts. The toy vehicle in the kit has a drive wheel which is forced up away from the body of the car and against the inner walls of the tube by resilient members. In another embodiment, the vehicle has a tumbler wheel at the front of the car.

Abstract: A jump rope handle configured to hold an end portion of a jump rope is provided in accordance with some embodiments. The jump rope handle may be configured for adjustable axial or side connection of a jump rope, or both. In an embodiment, the jump rope handle includes a spindle assembly and a clamp assembly threadably joined to a distal end portion of the spindle assembly to drive a clamping force on a jump rope.

Abstract: A pendulum jump rope for use in confined spaces is described; wherein this pendulum jump rope operates in back and forth pendulum motion such that a flexible elongate member of the pendulum jump rope never has to pass above a user's waist. In some embodiments, the pendulum jump rope may comprise a pair of principal elongate-members; and the flexible elongate-member; wherein the flexible elongate-member may join one of the principal elongate-members to the other principal elongate-member. Free ends of the pair of principal elongate-members may be grasped as handles by the user. Each of the principal elongate-members may also have a joint that is flexible but also resilient; wherein these joints may contribute to the pendulum motion of the flexible elongate member.

Abstract: At least one of two handles of an adjustable jump rope has an outer handle sleeve and an adjustment device releasably retained inside the handle sleeve which is configured to releasably retain a selected length of cable or rope in the handle sleeve so as to control the length of cable extending between the handles. The adjustment device may be an elongate stem having a plurality of spaced retainer devices for releasably retaining an enlarged end of the cable in the stem, so that the end of the cable can be engaged with different retainer devices to lengthen or shorten the cable length.

Abstract: The disclosure discloses a skipping head with skipping rope self-locking function. The skipping head comprises a rope guide tube, a conical housing, steel balls, a spring, a compression nut, a bearing, a bearing seat and a screw; the rope guide tube is provided with three concentric circular holes, which are embedded with steel balls, to compose a skipping rope chuck; the tail end of the chuck is connected to a spring, which is connected with the conical housing through the compression nut, to compose a skipping rope self-locking device; a bearing is internally installed at both ends of the bearing seat respectively, to form a skipping head rotating device; one end of the bearing seat is connected with a rope locking device, the other end will be connected with a skipping handle; the rotating device and the skipping rope gripping device are integrally connected by the screw.

Abstract: A sparking jump rope configured to emit sparks while a user is jumping rope includes a rope made of a non-sparking material; and a sparking portion positioned along a length of the rope, the sparking portion configured to create sparks when the jump rope contacts a ground surface. The sparking portion may include at least one spark pad made of a flint material.

Abstract: An adjustable-length jump rope device that provides the benefits of a speed rope and weighted rope in one device by, among other things, allowing the rotational resistance of the jump rope to be varied without affecting the circumference of the rope and by distributing the weight of the rope evenly, thus, enabling smooth and natural jumping.

Abstract: A dumbbell with detachable weights has a handle assembly, multiple weights, a first end cap assembly, and a second end cap assembly. The handle assembly has a main support with a handle, a first end panel, and a second end panel. The weights are mounted between the first and second end panels of the main support, are arranged around the handle, and are radially detachable from the main support. The first and second end cap assemblies are respectively mounted on the first and second end panels and selectively engage with the weights. By turning a driving cap of the first end cap assembly, the first and second end cap assemblies can disengage from the weights. Since the weights can be radially mounted onto or detached from the main support, an adjusting range of the training weight of the dumbbell can be increased.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the present disclosure include a sparking jump rope configured to emit sparks while a user is jumping rope. The sparking jump rope may include a rope; and a sparking portion positioned along a length of the rope, the sparking portion configured to create sparks when the jump rope contacts a ground surface. The sparking portion may be a solid piece of sparking material or a hollow portion configured to accommodate at least one spark rock. In some embodiments, the sparking portion may be a removable attachment, such that the sparking portion may be removably attached to any conventional jump rope.

Abstract: Jump rope assembly comprising a rope, a handle at one end of the rope, an axially extending axle mounted in bearings within the handle for rotation about its axis, a gimbal head affixed to the axle at one end of the handle including a ring with a circular opening having an axis perpendicular to the axis of the axle, and a spherical ball of greater diameter than the opening pivotally seated against one side of the ring, with an end portion of the rope passing freely through the opening and being attached to the ball in a manner permitting the ball to pivot freely with respect to the axis of the opening as the gimbal head rotates about the axis of the axle.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes an elongated outer elastic hollow tubing having opposed ends and an elongated inner elastic hollow tubing having opposed ends. A connection mechanism at each of the opposed ends is for interlocking the respective opposed ends of the elongated outer elastic hollow tubing and the elongated inner elastic hollow tubing. A pair of handles is positioned at respective opposed ends of the elongated outer and elongated inner elastic hollow tubings.

Abstract: Jump rope handles are disclosed. In an embodiment, a speed rope includes a jump rope handle having a plurality of bearings rotationally coupling a handle head with a handle grip. In an embodiment, the handle head includes a rope landing axially between the plurality of bearings.

Abstract: A jump rope comprising cable and handle assemblies. The handle assembly comprises grip and bearing sections, the bearing section threadably connected to the grip section and comprising a housing and a heim joint, the heim joint comprising a metal ball that swivels within the heim joint housing. The grip section comprises female threads tor receiving a male threaded end of the bearing section. The cable assembly comprises a cable and cable stop. The cable is attached to the heim joint by slidably inserting a cable end through the aperture in the ball. A distal end of the heim joint comprises internal female threads that engage with a male threaded proximal end of a rotatable shaft located within the bearing housing. The rotatable shaft is supported by first and second ball bearings located on either end of the shaft so that the rotatable shaft may rotate freely within the bearing housing.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for an exercise jump rope are disclosed herein. According to one aspect, the exercise jump rope comprises a cable assembly including a cable, a first and a second end attachment at a first end and a second end of the cable, respectively, and a first and a second cable connector coupled to the first and the second end attachment, respectively. The exercise jump rope further comprises a first and a second handle assembly coupled to the first and the second cable connector, respectively, each handle assembly including a hollow handle and a swivel assembly, each swivel assembly including a bearing fixed to the hollow handle, an axis pin having a head and a cross-hole and rotatably coupled to the bearing, an axis pin positioner configured to position a majority of the axis pin within the hollow handle.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for an exercise jump rope are disclosed herein. According to one aspect, the exercise jump rope comprises a cable assembly including a cable, a first and a second end attachment at a first end and a second end of the cable, respectively, and a first and a second cable connector coupled to the first and the second end attachment, respectively. The exercise jump rope further comprises a first and a second handle assembly coupled to the first and the second cable connector, respectively, each handle assembly including a hollow handle and a swivel assembly, each swivel assembly including a bearing fixed to the hollow handle, an axis pin having a head and a cross-hole and rotatably coupled to the bearing, an axis pin positioner configured to position a majority of the axis pin within the hollow handle.

Abstract: A skipping rope having at least one handle comprising an elongate hand grip, a mounting portion which is fixed to the hand grip and an attachment arrangement by which a rope or cord is affixed to the mounting portion, the attachment arrangement allowing the rope or cord to be secured to the mounting portion at any of a range of locations along its length.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to an improved jump rope. In one embodiment, an improved jump rope comprises a pair of tubular handles and a cord. Each of the tubular handles can comprise a void on a top portion, and the void can house a fastening mechanism. The jump rope can further comprise a pair of bearing swivels. Each of the bearing swivels can comprise a tapered hole on each end, the tapered holes mateable with a first fastener and second fastener. The first fastener can connect the handles and the bearing swivels. Each end of the cord can connect with the second fastener.

Abstract: A toy with light emitting function comprises a rope and handles; the rope is transparent and has light emitting diodes (LEDs) inside; a first handle of the handles has a micro generator device connected with the LEDs; the micro generator device comprises a gear assembly and a micro generator motor; an end of the rope is fixedly connected with a first end of a connection member; a second end of the connection member is connected with a dynamic power input end of the gear assembly; the connection member drives the gear assembly to rotate with respect to the first handle along with rotary motion of the rope; a dynamic power output end of the gear assembly is connected with a driving axis of the micro generator motor; an electricity power output end of the micro generator motor is connected with the LEDs.

Abstract: An exercise band adapted for use in multiple exercise types, such as speed-endurance exercise and strength training. The exercise band includes bi-modal handles that arrange for ease of use in either jump rope mode or resistance band mode. The handle(s) may be arranged in multiple ways to allow for various grip orientations to better accommodate multiple exercise types. Also included is a method for modifying a jump rope to allow for reorientation of the handles for strength training.

Abstract: A multi-functional weighted exercise assisting device has a housing, a weight mounted in the housing, a first illuminating assembly mounted on one end of the housing, and an additional assembly mounted on the other end of the housing. The additional assembly may be a second illuminating assembly or a rope assembly. The weighted exercise assisting device with the illuminating modules can light up surroundings around an exerciser, so the exerciser can recognize surrounding conditions in the dark and does not fall down or bump into anything The illuminating modules on the weighted exercise assisting device can warn vehicle drivers passing by the exerciser to prevent the exerciser from being bumped.

Abstract: A center pull cable handle apparatus includes a length of hollow cylindrical steel tube. An outer grip layer is provided on the cylindrical tube. The grip layer and the tube each have a wall opening. A length of aircraft cable having a first cable end extends through the wall opening and is crimped in position inside the steel tube with a cable nut. A connector is provided on an opposite cable end. A length of a soft flexible tubing surrounds the cable between the grip layer and the connector. When a user grasps the handle the first cable end is located inside the grasp of the user and said cable and tubing pass between two fingers of the user.

Abstract: Disclosed is a jump rope comprising: an oil impregnated bushing; having a pair of handles with an external surface treatment. Additionally, the rope may include a fastener attached to each end and secured within the head of the jump rope yet still free to rotate about an axis formed by the centerline of the rope body. In some configurations a universal joint is attached to each end and secured to the jump rope handle, with one end of the input yoke acting as a column for rotation and one end of the output yoke used to secure the rope, and both free ends of each yoke attaching to the cross-trunnion to complete the assembly.

Abstract: A jump rope has a flexible rope interconnected between left and right handles. Each handle includes two elongate half-pipe members that are held together by a sleeved collar at one end and a sleeved end cap at the other end. On each handle, a rope holder includes a rotor portion rotatably retained within the handle, and a clamping portion configured to releasably clamp a cross-section of the rope. Tubular elastomeric hand grips are preferably sleeved onto intermediate portions of respective handles.

Abstract: An improved jump rope handle and method of assembling the same. The jump rope handle includes a head. The head includes a channel, a set hole perpendicular to the channel, and a set mechanism adjustably insertable into the set hole. The jump rope handle further includes a grip. The grip includes a cylindrical member, first and second bearings arranged along the cylindrical member, an inner bushing arranged along the cylindrical member between the first and second bearings, and a sleeve around said inner bushing, said bushing being fixedly attached to an inner surface of the grip. An end portion of the cylindrical member is fixedly attached to the head whereby the cylindrical member and the head rotate together about a same axis. The channel of the head is configured to receive a rope. The set mechanism is configured to be inserted into the set hole to secure the rope.

Abstract: The present invention is a jump rope having a pair of opposing handles connected to a rope portion which extends there between. The rope portion has a plurality of lights which flash and change color intermittently during use. At least one of the handles has a processor and memory which are connected to a speaker and a microphone for recording, playing and amplifying music or sounds.

Abstract: An apparatus, method, and system for jump rope training is disclosed, comprising at least one jump rope, at least one RFID device associated with the at least one jump rope, at least one RFID reader antenna, at least one RFID reader, and at least one coaching device.

Abstract: An apparatus, method, and system for jump rope training is disclosed, comprising at least one jump rope, at least one RFID device associated with the at least one jump rope, at least one RFID reader antenna, at least one RFID reader, and at least one coaching device.

Abstract: Jump rope devices which allow for the quick and easy interchanging of a cable of varying weight and length from handles configured to provide smooth rotation of such cables at both low and high speeds are disclosed. Devices in accordance with the disclosure may comprise a ball bearing assembly configured to facilitate 360-degree rotation of the cable. In an aspect, the handle of such jump rope devices is comprised of a ball bearing portion which enables both speed of rotational movement for a plurality of relatively lighter cables, and strength and durability for a plurality of relatively heavier cables. Handles may further comprise a snap hook assembly configured to facilitate rapid interchanging of cables.

Abstract: An exercise bar is configured to removably receive elastic lines, allowing its use in elastic resistance exercises, and/or inelastic lines, allowing its use in suspended bodyweight exercises. Separate grips, each being engageable by a hand or a foot, are also provided, and may be removably connected to the bar or to each other via one or more lines. Bar supports may also be provided to support the bar above the ground, allowing easy use of the bar to perform push-ups and other exercises.

Abstract: A skipping rope having at least one handle comprising an elongate hand grip, a mounting portion which is fixed to the hand grip and an attachment arrangement by which a rope or cord is affixed to the mounting portion, the attachment arrangement allowing the rope or cord to be secured to the mounting portion at any of a range of locations along its length.

Abstract: A jump rope simulator for aerobic and anaerobic exercise having a hand-held unit comprising a handle, a base length connected to the handle, and one or more concatenated extension lengths attached to the base length. To exercise, the user grasps one or two units, imitates the motions of swinging a conventional jump rope, and jumps up and down, but there is no risk to the user of tripping over a rope as with a conventional jump rope. If the user desires, two units may also be linked together with an easily attachable connector to form a device similar to a conventional jump rope. A user can quickly convert between the two configurations of the jump rope simulator.

Abstract: A pole has upper and lower ends and upper, lower and intermediate regions. A rope has interior and exterior ends. The rope is fabricated of a flexible material. An interior connector couples the interior end of the rope to the lower region of the pole. A weight is provided. An exterior connector couples the exterior end of the rope to the interior extent of the weight.

Abstract: In a preferred embodiment, the present invention is a ropeless jump rope having a pair of handles wherein each handle comprises a housing having a removable rotatable tip at one end to which a flexible elongated member such as a rope, or string is secure to the tip such that an end portion of the flexible elongated member is attached to the tip in a manner substantially perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the tip. Each handle further comprises a flexible support member positioned on the tip and the end portion of the flexible elongated member thereby preventing damage to the flexible elongated member during use of the invention.

Abstract: A handle which provides a shaft coaxially rotatably engaged to a first bearing element and a second bearing element which attaches to a corresponding one of the opposed ends of a cable means.

Abstract: A jump rope exercise device is provided having a first elongated member and a second elongated member with each member having a free distal end, and a proximal end rotatably attached to a specially designed handle which can be gripped between the fingers of the user during the exercise period. During the exercise each handle is gripped by the user; one by the left hand and the other by the right hand, and the elongated members are maneuvered in clockwise, counterclockwise or crisscrossing direction.

Abstract: A rope-less jump rope exercise device includes a handle and a flexible, elongated lash having a first end associated with the handle and a second end. A ball-and-socket assembly interconnects the first end of the lash and the handle in order to provide rotary movement of the lash relative to the handle in all directions. The handle, lash and ball-and-socket assembly form one half of a pair of identical jump rope exercise assemblies which jointly comprise the jump rope exercise device. Alternatively, a rope-less jump rope exercise device includes a handle defining an inner cavity and a flexible, elongated lash having a first end at partially disposed within the inner cavity and a second end. A spring disposed within the inner cavity is configured to interconnect the handle and the lash and resist movement of the lash out of the inner cavity.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus for jumping exercises including at last one handle and an appendage, the apparatus further including a first attachment member including an aperture defining a first zone and a second zone, the second zone shaped similar to a cylinder. The handle includes a hub that fits at least in part within the first zone and can be rapidly engaged within the second zone so to attach the appendage to the handle while allowing rotational movement of the hub within the second zone.

Abstract: A jump rope assembly includes a rope body having two ends each connected with a connecting unit and a handle unit. The rope body has an inner portion provided with a through hole. The connecting unit includes a connecting sleeve mounted on the rope body, a fixing plug inserted into the through hole of the rope body, and a retaining ring mounted in the connecting sleeve and compressing the rope body to press the rope body toward the fixing plug so that the rope body is fixed between the fixing plug and the retaining ring. The handle unit includes a handle having an enlarged end portion mounted in the connecting sleeve, and a locking ring mounted on the enlarged end portion of the handle and locked onto the connecting sleeve.

Abstract: This invention is a skipping rope comprising a flexible cord and a pair of handles secured on the cord and defining there between an effective cord length wherein at least one of the said handles on the cord is an interference fit in the opening of the handle so the effective cord length is adjusted by moving the handle assembly along the cord member and is maintained by the interference fit between the cord and the opening in the handle. Movement of the handle is performed simply by applying tension between the cord and the handle so the user, by moving the handle in one direction or the other, may find an effective working cord length that most suits them.

Abstract: A grip assembly for a jump rope includes a grip body having a first end formed with an open casing and a second end formed with a receiving space, a counter mounted in the casing, a cover mounted on the casing and abutting the counter to locate the counter between the casing and the cover, a pivot head rotatably mounted on the casing and connected with the counter to drive the counter, and a weight member mounted in the receiving space of the grip body. Thus, the counter can count and indicate the jump number of the jump rope so that the user can know the jump number exactly. In addition, the weight member provides a damping force to the user' arms so as to exercise the user's arms.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus for jumping exercises including at last one handle and an appendage, the apparatus further including a first attachment member including an aperture defining a first zone and a second zone, the second zone shaped similar to a cylinder. The handle includes a hub that fits at least in part within the first zone and can be rapidly engaged within the second zone so to attach the appendage to the handle while allowing rotational movement of the hub within the second zone.

Abstract: A jump rope having a rope section having two ends, and a connector attached to one end of the rope section, the connector having a hook section, a middle section connected at one end to the hook section, and a flange section integral with the other end of the middle section. An end cap is attached to another end of the rope section. The first handle has two open ends and a conical shape, one of the open ends having a smaller size fixedly connected to the end cap. The second handle has two open ends and a conical shape, one of the open ends having a smaller size configured to slide over the flange section of the connector and abut against the middle section of the connector allowing the connector to spin freely in the handle when the jump rope is in use and the connector is not connected to another jump rope. When the jump rope is connected to another jump rope, the second handle can be locked to the first handle so as not to be sliding around on the jump rope when the jump rope is in use.

Abstract: The improved jump ropes devices described herein generally include a source of rhythmic sound, a sensor for determining the motion of the jump rope, and a visual output (e.g., feedback) for indicating how well a user is moving or jumping in time to the rhythmic component of the sound. The device may also include a controller for receiving input from the source of rhythmic sound and the sensor, and controlling the visual output. Methods of using the devices are also described.