Patents Examined by LoAn H. Thanh
  • Abdominal/back muscle exercise device
    Patent number: 9878202
    Abstract: A stand-up abdominal/back muscle exercise device. The stand-up abdominal/back muscle exercise device may include a base, a knee support, and an ankle support. Additionally, the stand-up abdominal/back muscle exercise device may include a steady post. The ankle support may include a t-bar, a telescoping inner horizontal support shaft, a telescoping inner vertical support shaft and an ankle padding. The knee support may include a telescoping upright post, a knee support inner shaft, a knee radial pivot lock bracket, a knee cushion and an upper leg support rest.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2018
    Inventor: Gregory Paul Littell
  • Exercise device
    Patent number: 9878197
    Abstract: An exercise device for use by persons with limited strength or mobility includes a a frame member situated in an interior area of a body member. First and second upper appendages are coupled to and extend away from upper left right regions of the body member. First and second lower appendages are coupled to and extend away from lower left right regions of the body member. A top appendage may extend away from a top region of the body member. A tension member, such as a tension spring, is situated inside each appendage and is configured to be selectively bent, extended, or otherwise manipulated and is resilient to return to an unbent and retracted configuration. Movement of respective tension members enables a person to exercise, experience the touch sensation, and have feelings of pleasure and enjoyment. A magnet attached to the frame member attracts other magnetic or metal items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2018
    Inventor: Keiko Mayes
  • Apparatus and methods for exercising a limb of a user
    Patent number: 9873017
    Abstract: At least one elastic link may be simultaneously coupled to two different portions of a limb of a user in order to provide resistance to the limb when the limb attempts to change the distance between the two different portions of the limb.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2018
    Inventor: Gregory Barel
  • Exercise machine having elastic exercise resistance cables
    Patent number: 9873012
    Abstract: There is provided an exercise machine. The machine includes an upright mounting assembly having a top and a bottom spaced-apart from the top. The machine includes a seat operatively connected to the mounting assembly. The machine includes a first pair of space-apart pulley assemblies rotatably mounted adjacent to the top of the mounting assembly. The machine includes a second pair of spaced-apart pulley assemblies rotatably mounted adjacent to the bottom of the mounting assembly. The machine includes a plurality of exercise resistance cables connected at proximal end portions to the mounting assembly and extending around and outward from the pulley assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2018
    Assignee: Liberty Active Body & Mind Inc.
    Inventors: Roman Huppée, Robert F. Huppée
  • Multiple position locking handle for an exercise machine
    Patent number: 9868018
    Abstract: A multiple position locking handle for an exercise machine for that is movable into a plurality of different positions when unlocked and that is retained in a single secure position when locked. The multiple position locking handle for an exercise machine generally includes a tubular base having a lower end and an upper end, an elongated member extending through the opening of the upper end of the tubular base and extending downwardly through at least a portion of the tubular base, a handle extending outwardly from the elongated member at an angle, and a locking device. The elongated member is movable within the tubular base when the locking device is in the unlocked state and is substantially not movable within the tubular base when the locking device is in the locked state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2018
    Assignee: Lagree Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Sebastien Anthony Louis Lagree
  • Exercise apparatus
    Patent number: 9868017
    Abstract: An exercise apparatus comprises an elongate support member extending along a length between first and second ends. The rigid member has a passage extending therethrough between the first and second ends. The apparatus further comprises a handle extending between first and second handle ends, the handle having connectors proximate to each of the first and second ends and a grip section therebetween and at least one elongate flexible member extending through the passage of the support member and having end connectors on each end thereof, the at least end connectors being connectable to one of the connectors of the handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2018
    Inventor: Roman Bertolutti
  • Exercise machine with a detachable stabilizing support assembly having adjustable positions
    Patent number: 9868016
    Abstract: A detachable stabilizing support system for use on an exercise machine, such as a functional trainer exercise machine, has adjustable support positions and is capable of being configured between an exercise position and a more compact storage position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2018
    Assignee: HOIST FITNESS SYSTEMS, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffrey O. Meredith, Bruce Hockridge, Billy Y. Kim
  • Pilates machine tension device support system
    Patent number: 9868010
    Abstract: A Pilates machine tension device support system for efficiently providing a tension force to a movable platform of an exercise machine. The Pilates machine tension device support system generally includes a frame, a platform movably positioned upon the frame and a tension assembly connected between the frame and the platform to provide selective tension upon the platform in a first direction. The tension assembly is comprised of a plurality of pulleys and a plurality of tension devices positioned upon the pulleys, wherein the tension devices are attached between a frame and the platform. The tension members are selectively engaged to the platform to increase or decrease the tension applied to the platform for varying levels of workouts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2018
    Assignee: Lagree Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Sebastien Anthony Louis Lagree, John C. Hamilton
  • Ankle harness for securing a free weight
    Patent number: 9868014
    Abstract: An ankle harness for securing a free weight to a shoe and an ankle region of a user, the ankle harness including a pad member having a top face, a bottom face, a top edge, a bottom edge, and a pair of side edges, the top face of the pad member having a first fastener, an ankle strap coupled to one of the pair of side edges and having a top face and a bottom face, the bottom face of the ankle strap having a second fastener, a first pair of straps coupled to the pad member and extending past the bottom edge of the pad member, and a second pair of straps coupled to the pad member and extending past the bottom edge of the pad member. The pad member is secured to the user by disposing the ankle strap around the ankle region to permit the second fastener to engage with the first fastener.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2018
    Inventor: Virginia Batiz Lake
  • Physical fitness exercise device which simulates horseback riding and also facilitates upper body and lower body exercise
    Patent number: 9861872
    Abstract: A physical fitness device that simulates the motion of horseback riding. Innovative features of the present invention include a horseback riding simulation post which extends both vertically, at a vertical angle toward a rider seated on the device, and an upwardly extending longitudinal section which extends toward a rider on the exercise device seat and terminates in a transverse handle which enables the user to grasp the handle with both hands or one hand. There are a pair of parallel crank arms with a respective one of the crank arms adjacent opposite sides of the exercise device with each crank arm having an upwardly extending section extending forwardly or rearwardly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2018
    Assignee: Hupa International Inc.
    Inventor: Bob Hsiung
  • Fastening system for a sports and recreational facility
    Patent number: 9861849
    Abstract: The invention relates to a fastening system for a sports and recreation device. The fastening system comprises a slackline, two band clamps, and a block and tackle, and two round slings. The fastening system is characterized in that the band clamps and the block and tackle comprise round-sling bolts and slackline bolts, wherein the round-sling bolts and the slackline bolts can be guided in elongated holes and functional holes vertically with respect to their axes and can be displaced, in the direction of their axes, through cut-outs in the functional holes. The bolts, at each of their two ends, comprise bolt heads having a diameter that is smaller than the cut-outs but larger than the elongated holes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2018
    Assignee: Bergsee Sport UG
    Inventors: Michael Grund, Stephan Chudowski
  • Hand speed trainer
    Patent number: 9861851
    Abstract: A hand speed training device comprised of a tight fitting sleeve which is worn on the forearm of the user. The sleeve is made of a neoprene material or other elastic material. The device has one or more elongated pockets on the outside of the sleeve. Each pocket has a slot in it. Also each pocket is attached along its periphery to the hand speed trainer. In an alternate embodiment the pockets are each attached along their periphery to the hand speed trainer however one end is left open. The pockets are oriented so they are parllel with the longitudinal axis of the device. A weight made of lead or other dense material is inserted in the pockets. The device is worn by the user during exercises. It is particularly helpful in developing upper body strength and coordination for sports such as baseball, tennis, or golf where such strength is advantageous.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2018
    Inventor: Phillip David Owens
  • Wearable device normalization of fitness equipment settings and characteristics
    Patent number: 9864844
    Abstract: Systems and methods may provide for obtaining first wearable sensor data associated with a first fitness session and first fitness equipment and obtaining second wearable sensor data associated with a second fitness session and second fitness equipment. Additionally, an effort normalization may be conducted between one or more settings of the second fitness equipment and one or more settings of the first fitness equipment based on the first wearable sensor data and the second wearable sensor data. In one example, a user prompt is generated during the second fitness session via a user interface of one or more of the second fitness equipment or a wearable device based on the normalization.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2018
    Assignee: Intel Corporation
    Inventors: Lenitra M. Durham, Giuseppe Raffa, Glen J. Anderson, Deepak S. Vembar, Jamie Sherman
  • Exercise bar device
    Patent number: 9855460
    Abstract: An exercise bar for use when exercising, such as while walking, running, jogging, stretching, or the like. The exercise bar device includes a U-shaped frame having a pair of handles extending from opposing sides thereof. The user can position his or her body in the opening defined by the U-shaped frame while holding the frame in various positions with the handles located on side of the user. Each handle is further configured to removably receive a weighted plate thereon for providing additional resistance. In some embodiments, the exercise bar includes an audio unit adapted to allow the user to play music or other audio while exercising. The U-shaped frame further includes a storage compartment, one or more lights, a panic alarm, and a pedometer, depending upon the embodiment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2018
    Inventor: M. C. Wilson
  • Training apparatus, in particular for climbing
    Patent number: 9855478
    Abstract: A training apparatus is attached to a hangboard, equipped with differently-shaped grips (projecting parts or recesses). The hangboard is vertically moveable in a supporting element at a wall or at a permanent fixed structure and this supporting element is equipped with an element or a protruding flange acting as the lower end-stop for the moveable hangboard. Springs or elastic elements act between the fixed supporting element and the hangboard to press or pull the hangboard upwards.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2018
    Assignee: Vertical-Life SRL
    Inventor: Matthias Polig
  • Clamping device
    Patent number: 9855458
    Abstract: A clamping device for securely engaging one or more objects through the application of pressure. The clamping device includes a primary member having opposed interior and exterior surfaces. The primary member has a generally cylindrical shape such that the interior surface defines a generally circular space about a center point of the primary member. The clamping device can receive an elongated member through the generally circular space circumscribed by the primary member. The primary member is adapted for clamping and releasing such that the clamping device may releasably engage the elongated member. The elongated member is securely retained by the clamping device through the application of pressure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2018
    Inventor: Tyler Scott Stilson
  • Exercise device and method
    Patent number: 9855453
    Abstract: The present invention provides an exercise device comprising: an outer ring; an inner ring located within the outer ring; and a plurality of spokes connecting the inner ring and the outer ring. A method of use is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2018
    Inventor: Jason William Day
  • Wakeboard training trampoline apparatus
    Patent number: 9849324
    Abstract: The invention is a wakeboard training device utilizing a trampoline for the jumping surface and a tow rope structure for the control for the rider. The jumping surface can be inclined to improve simulating wave support and the trampoline improves safety and training efficiency. A training park would include connecting four of these devices together to form a quadrangle shape to maximize room efficiency so that multiple riders can train safely in a room. It would also allow one rider to perform 360 degree tricks about the pivot center of the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2017
    Inventor: Phillip Howell
  • Elliptical stepper
    Patent number: 9849331
    Abstract: An elliptical stepper includes a base, a damping device mounted on the base, two crank devices respectively laterally mounted to two opposite sides of the damping device. Each crank device has a stepping device mounted thereon and each stepping device has a roller set mounted to a bottom thereof, wherein the roller set is universally rolled relative to a corresponding one of the two stepping device. The base includes two opposite sides each having a guiding structure disposed thereon. Each guiding structure includes at least one rail having a front end outwardly extending relative to a center line of the base. Each roller set is moved along a corresponding one of the two guiding structures such that each stepping device provides a wiggling effect when moved along an elliptical route.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2017
    Assignees: SHANG JIA YU CO., LTD., QUIN FORM INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
    Inventor: A-Lan Jhang
  • Horse-riding training device
    Patent number: 9844714
    Abstract: A horse-riding training device comprises a base, a body portion for supporting a rider, the body portion being displaceably mounted on the base, a neck portion pivotally connected to the base and a resilient element which resists displacement of the body portion and the neck portion with respect to the base, which provides a realistic simulation of riding a horse.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2017
    Inventor: William Ronald Greenwood