Patents Examined by Andrew S Lo
  • Calf stretching apparatus
    Patent number: 11712392
    Abstract: A calf stretching apparatus that includes a base placeable on a ground surface and a foot placement platform with a front end, a rear end, a platform surface spanning in an upward direction with respect to the base from the front end to the rear end and with a portion disposed at an acute angle with respect to a lower surface plane, and a platform sidewall positioned upright with respect to the platform surface and including an upper edge and an arcuate heel sidewall portion having a heel pad member disposed proximal to the front end of the foot placement platform. The heel pad member has two opposing heel placement sidewalls spanning upwardly away from the platform surface toward the upper edge and converging to an internal heel placement support wall, that define a heel placement recess disposed above the platform surface and configured to receive a user's heel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2023
    Inventor: David Barouche
  • Adjustable support attachment apparatus and methods of using same
    Patent number: 11712596
    Abstract: A support attachment apparatus for attachment to a weight rack, comprising a main body including an attachment portion comprising a pin hole and at least one adjustment aperture and, a support portion comprising a support pad.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2023
    Inventor: Albert Sorin
  • Multi-function collapsible exercise apparatus
    Patent number: 11701543
    Abstract: An exercise apparatus for a person to exercise on a support surface includes two side frames that each include a base member, and a front member and a rear member each pivotally attached to the base member. Each side frame is aligned and mutually fixed together at a rear support member joining the rear members and at a front support member joining the front members. Two barbell support members each have a hook at an upper end thereof for supporting a barbell, and are fixed upright on the base members. The exercise apparatus can be configured into a collapsed configuration, circular weights of the barbell acting as wheels while the person grasps and lifts the front sides of the base members. As such the person is able to wheel the exercise apparatus along the support surface. The exercise apparatus may then be reconfigured into an expanded configuration for use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Inventor: Alfred Sidney Smith, Jr.
  • Balance board with adjustable tilt angle and adjustable resistance
    Patent number: 11701550
    Abstract: A balance board, including: an upper plate having a top surface configured for a user to stand on; a base assembly configured to contact the ground; a center assembly pivotally connecting the upper plate with the base assembly; and an adjustable tilt system comprising at least a first adjustable angle stop configured to be rotated at adjustable intervals to change a maximum angle by which the upper plate may be tilted relative to the base assembly. The base assembly may include a first plurality of teeth. In addition, the first adjustable angle stop may include a second plurality of teeth configured to interface with the first plurality of teeth of the base assembly to provide fixation of the first adjustable angle stop at the adjustable intervals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: ESS 3 Tech, LLC
    Inventors: James A. Sack, David A. Shoffler
  • Workout bench
    Patent number: 11701542
    Abstract: A workout bench apparatus comprising a plurality of walls wherein the plurality of walls include spaced apart downward facing protuberances with empty spaces between the downward facing protuberances; and a rigid plank structure attached to the plurality of walls, the rigid plank structure including a substantially flat upper surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: BandBench Fitness, LLC
    Inventor: Rex P. Stone
  • Pedal drive system
    Patent number: 11701536
    Abstract: A pedal drive system, in particular for an electric vehicle or a training apparatus, and for generating electrical power from muscle power of a user with at least one pedal and an electric generator, connected mechanically with said at least one pedal, is provided. To improve the haptic feel and feedback at the pedal, a control unit is provided for controlling a feedback torque, applied at said pedal, wherein the control unit comprises a haptic renderer, configured for control of said feedback torque based on at least one user-defined pedal reference trajectory.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: SWISSMOVE C/O ANWALTS—UND WIRTSCHAFTSKANZLEI KMUFORUM GMBH
    Inventor: Andreas Fuchs
  • Core trainer
    Patent number: 11701540
    Abstract: A core training apparatus for the golf swing. A semicircular member is coupled with a support member, and a resistance member is connected to one of the coupling points. The resistance member is secured to a fixed point, and the user rotates the apparatus back and forth with the user standing at the center rotational axis of the semicircular member, with the resistance member being guided along the semicircular member. The back-and-forth rotation acts to increase and decrease tension on the resistance member thereby exercising the core of the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Inventor: Eugene M. Wolf
  • Group exercise device
    Patent number: 11697044
    Abstract: A group exercise device is provided. The device has a top where a person exercising can obtain balance and positional support during the exercise routine. In addition, the exercise device provides different points of attachment for exercise units. The attachment points vary in vertical placement measured from the floor such that individuals of different builds and heights can jointly use the unit during either solo or group routines. The exercise device of the present invention promotes group interaction during an exercise routine by providing a stable attachment point for multiple users of exercise units, such as resistance bands, and a balance bar accessible in a communal fashion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2023
    Inventor: Shon L Harker
  • Fitness device for training the whole body
    Patent number: 11691044
    Abstract: ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A fitness device for training the whole body. The device has coaxially arranged one above the other tubular elements of the same diameter, and an inner body disposed in cavities defined by the tubular elements. At the base of the inner body is a drive motor, providing rotational movement of the lower tubular element and the part of the inner body disposed in its cavity, which transmits the rotational movement and of the part of the inner body disposed in the cavity, by a spindle, at least two obstacles with identical construction respectively lower and upper, each magnetically connected to a sliding means, respectively detachably connected to sliders and of the inner body and a cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Inventors: Georgi Ivanov Zaykov, Ivan Georgiev Zaykov, Tsvetan Georgiev Zaykov
  • Trolley apparatus, system, method of use, and method of manufacture
    Patent number: 11691045
    Abstract: A trolley apparatus, system, and method of manufacture are described herein. The trolley apparatus may comprise one or more of a first side plate, a second side plate, a support axle, one or more roller components, and/or other components. The support axle may be mounted through and/or between the first side plate and the second side plate. The support axle may be mounted such that the first side plate and the second side plate are at opposite ends of the support axle. The support axle may be configured to support the one or more roller components. In some implementations, the trolley apparatus may be specifically configured to accommodate a slackline webbing which may have a width of about five centimeters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Assignee: eBrands Global Oy
    Inventors: Nathan Thomas Sargent, Riley N. Sargent, Tate A. Sargent
  • Indoor bicycle training device
    Patent number: 11684819
    Abstract: An indoor, stationary, bicycle training device that provides advantages over conventional designs of exercise bicycles is provided. The stationary bicycle may include a tilting/pivoting mechanism to orient the indoor bicycle to simulate descending or climbing. The indoor bicycle may include flexible and resilient frame elements to support the indoor training device to move side-to-side under some riding situations thereby simulating the side-to-side swaying motion of an outdoor bicycle under the same riding situations. The indoor bicycle may include several combinations of frame adjustments to provide configurable dimensions of the indoor bicycle to adjust the frame to properly fit the rider, which may be adjusted based on corresponding dimensions of a user's outdoor bicycle. Still other aspects of the stationary bicycle device may aid in creating an “outdoor” feeling while using the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2023
    Assignee: Wahoo Fitness, LLC
    Inventors: Harold M. Hawkins, III, Michael Carlson
  • Foldable low-profile weightlifting bench
    Patent number: 11684816
    Abstract: A foldable low-profile weightlifting bench that includes a platform, pivotable support legs, and pivotable weightlifting bar support arms adapted such that the foldable low-profile weightlifting bench can be folded into a storage configuration capable of fitting under a typical bed frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2023
    Inventor: Bruce Miller
  • Tree-mounted workout station
    Patent number: 11673012
    Abstract: A workout station includes a main body, a main beam, a bar, and mounting fasteners. The main beam extends from the main body. The bar extends perpendicularly through the main beam opposite the main body. The mounting fasteners extend through the main body and fasten the workout station to a vertical substrate. The main body, the main beam, the bar, and the mounting fasteners support a user hanging from the bar. The main body secures the workout station to a tree or pole at a predetermined position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Inventor: James William Bellaus
  • Reversible resistance exercise machine
    Patent number: 11673014
    Abstract: A reversible resistance exercise machine for reversing the direction of applied resistance against a movable platform of an exercising machine. The exercise machine has a frame, a carriage movably positioned upon the frame, and a plurality of biasing members. A plurality of first tension connectors are accessible near the first end of the carriage and are adapted for removably attaching selected biasing members near the first end of the carriage to resist motion of the carriage in the first direction. A plurality of second tension connectors are accessible near the second end of the carriage and are adapted for removably attaching selected biasing members near the second end of the carriage to resist motion of the carriage in the second direction. A user selectable amount of force may be applied to the carriage to resist movement in either of the first direction and the second direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Assignee: Lagree Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Sebastien Anthony Louis Lagree, Andy H. Gibbs, Todd G. Remund, Samuel D. Cox
  • Vertical jump measurement system
    Patent number: 11673013
    Abstract: The invention comprises a plurality of indicator members rotatably coupled to an inner slide assembly, the inner slide assembly coupled to an inner channel member, the inner channel member further coupled to an outer channel member. In this configuration, system is mounted to a mounting surface through the outer channel member, the inner channel member is configured in a first state to freely traverse along a vertical axis of the outer channel member and in configured in a second state fixed at a single point on the vertical axis, and inner slide assembly is configured in a first state to freely traverse along a vertical axis of the inner channel member and in a second state fixed at a single point on the vertical axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Assignee: The Top Hopper LLC
    Inventor: Scott Mervis
  • Quick replacement structure for seat cushion of exercise bike
    Patent number: 11667344
    Abstract: A quick replacement Structure for a seat cushion of an exercise hike is disclosed. The quick replacement structure includes an adaptor member, a rotation unit and a quick release assembly. The rotation unit is assembled between the adaptor member and seat bows of the seat cushion, and the adaptor member can be conveniently fastened on the exercise bike in cooperation with the quick-release assembly so that a user can quickly replace the preferred seat cushion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2023
    Assignee: CYCLINGDEAL USA, INC.
    Inventor: Haidong Gu
  • Exercise machine accessory system
    Patent number: 11666816
    Abstract: An exercise machine accessory system for facilitating exerciser rehydration during a workout and antibacterial machine wipe down. The exercise machine accessory system generally includes an exercise machine having a first end and a second end, first and second stationary exercise platforms, a movable carriage movably positioned upon a rail, a biasing member connected to the movable carriage, first and second handle assemblies connected to the frame of the exercise machine, a first bottle holder, a first antibacterial wipes dispenser and/or a first disposal receptacle connected to the first right handle assembly or the first left handle assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2023
    Assignee: Lagree Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Sebastien Anthony Louis Lagree, Andy H. Gibbs
  • Modified weight training equipment
    Patent number: 11666793
    Abstract: A weight object configured to be lifted from a ground surface includes a first portion made of high-durometer material, a second portion made of elastomeric material having lower durometer than the first portion, and a handle for holding the weight object and lifting the object from the ground surface, where the second portion includes spaced holes within the elastomeric material for absorbing noise generated when the weight object is dropped on the ground surface. Alternatively, a weight object is disclosed which is configured to be lifted from a ground surface, comprising at least one layer of elastomeric material having spaced holes therein for absorbing noise generated when the weight object is dropped on the ground surface, and an opening configured to receive a handle. Slip over variations are disclosed for mounting sound absorbers to existing weight lifting equipment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2023
    Assignee: Sound Shore Innovations L.L.C.
    Inventor: Kyle D. Rothschild
  • Treadmill with vertically displaceable platform
    Patent number: 11666799
    Abstract: A treadmill has a base with a vertically displaceable platform. A mechanism is provided that resists the downward movement of the platform in response to a load applied to the platform. The mechanism also rebounds the platform upwardly with a force applied to the platform in response to a decrease of a load on the platform. A support structure enables stable vertical positioning of the platform with respect to the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2023
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey A. Beyer, Stacy E. Stamm, Jay T. Worobets, Brian R. Brothers, Andrew James Lewis, Thomas J. Sawarynski, Jr., Edward F. Wettlaufer, Jr.
  • Chin-up/pull-up exercise apparatus
    Patent number: 11666800
    Abstract: A chin-up/pull-up exercise apparatus is disclosed. The exercise apparatus includes a frame, an overhead assist module, and a chin bar. The chin bar is connected to the frame. The overhead assist module includes a set of pulleys, a harness, and a cable spool connected to a motor. The set of pulleys, which is connected to the frame, is positioned vertically above the chin bar. A cable, which travels on the set of pulleys, is connected to the harness and the cable spool that can be rotated by the motor. The exercise machine enables real, full arm extension pull ups regardless of one's upper body strength with applications for physical therapy; physical exercise training; muscle, tendon, and joint rehabilitation; and upper and lower body strength building.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 1, 2023
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2023
    Inventor: Bryant Wilder