Abstract: A spring-type body exerciser includes a stationary part and a movable part having an inner tube telescopically extending into a tubular member of the stationary part. The inner tube has an axially extending slot formed adjacent to a top end thereof. A push piece is mounted on the top end of the inner tube. A threaded shaft extends through the push piece and into the inner tube. A tubular adjustment sleeve has a threaded portion engaging the threaded shaft and a radial projection extending into the slot of the inner tube. The adjustment sleeve is provided inside the inner tube. A spring member is provided inside the tubular member and has a first end connected to the tubular member and a second end connected to the adjustment sleeve. The spring member biases the inner tube to extend normally out of the tubular member. The spring member resists a pushing force applied on the push piece so as to retract the inner tube into the tubular member.

Abstract: A lightweight, compact, and portable exercise device with built-in molded base (1), molded to accept the body, knees and feet of the user, comprising adjustable force resisters (4a) and adjustable bar (9) heights to perform a variety of different exercises. The rotating sleeve (10) prevents injury and facilitates exercises. The resistance assembly clips (14) and the molded carrying handle (15) make transport of the device easy.

Abstract: A portable motor skill development low beam formed of an elongated generally flat base having, on the upper surface, spaced apart, paralleled short vertical height ridges and an elongated beam member of generally inverted U-shaped cross-sectional configuration providing a top generally planar upper surface and integral, opposed, downwardly extending side portions each having a lower edge that rests upon the base member, the lower edges of the side portions being received by the base portion vertical ridges so that the beam member is supported on the base portion providing an upper surface for use by a gymnast, the beam member being easily detachable from the base member so that the device can be quickly disassembled for ease of transportation.

Abstract: A device for use by weightlifters for supporting a substantial weight, specifically a barbell, across the shoulders of an individual wherein the majority of the weight is transferred to the individual's hips and legs to avoid any strain on the back. The supporting device comprises a waist or hip belt, tubular support members extending generally vertically from pivotable mounting points at either side of the belt and shaped to curve around the user's back, a transverse channel cradle member with upwardly open U-shaped cross section extending between the upper ends of the support members to form an adjustably shaped frame. The tubular members are adjustable to vary their length and the distance between their lower ends to fit the user.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a comfort cushion adapted for use by a person standing for a prolonged period. The cushion causes increased leg muscle activity that results in increased movement of blood upward from the feet of the standing person. The cushion is composed of a wear layer which is resistant to abrasion from foot traffic and a base material which is substantially more compressible than the wear layer. The comfort cushion causes the foot to assume a slightly different angular relationship to the horizontal as compared with the conditions that exist when one is standing on a conventional flat floor. This, in turn, causes increased leg muscle activity.

Abstract: A golf swing training and exercising apparatus including a base platform, a vertical support frame angled with respect to the golfer's position and to the intended line of flight, a rotating parabolic shaped arm connected between a simulated golf grip and a resistance source which enables a golfer to execute a simulated golf swing by rotating the arm against the resistance. The structural configuration of the apparatus insures that minimum resistance to the swing execution is provided when the swing is executed with the proper body muscle groups and in the proper swing plane.