Abstract: A device for exercising the calf muscles of a user including a frame formed of a base and two substantially parallel diagonal beams extending from either side of the base forming an acute angle with the base. A pad, contoured for accommodating a front side of at least one of the user's thighs is connected between the diagonal beams and extends at an angle adjustable within an obtuse angle supplementary with the acute angle. A weight bar is movable along the length of both diagonal beams and is releasably held at a plurality of different heights above the base. The machine is operable between a first secured mode securing the weight bar at a desired one of the plurality of different heights and a second released mode releasing the weight bar from its secured position.

Abstract: Lunge poles used to assist a user in maintaining his or her balance while performing lunges include a base, a pair of resilient couplings mounted on the base and a pair of tubular poles extending from the resilient couplings. The base is generally planar and includes four outwardly extending feet having rubber pads on the bottom thereof to frictionally retain the base in position on a floor. A pair of holes is formed in the top of the base for receiving the resilient couplings. An annular groove is formed in the couplings for snap-fitting the couplings with the holes of the base. The couplings include an elongated tapered stem which extends downwardly into the base and a criss-crossed shaped top portion for receiving a bottom end of the tubular poles. A middle section of the couplings is tapered downwardly forming a thin neck which allows the couplings to pivot on the base in a 360.degree. range of motion.

Abstract: A portable abdominal and arm exercise device includes a first pair of elongate parallel rigid members forming a base with an elongate trough therein for receiving one end of a rigid spanning bar, a second pair of upstanding spaced-apart rigid members attached at their lower ends to the first pair of elongate parallel rigid members and attached at their upper ends to one end of a cross bar. The cross-bar is attached at its other end to the rigid spanning bar.

Abstract: An ankle brace which includes an inverted "Y" joint located at the malleoli of the ankle. The ankle brace is formed into the shape of the patient's ankle and then sections of the brace are cut out to form the present invention. In particular, an inverted "Y" joint is manufactured by cutting out a delta-shaped opening.

Abstract: The invention provides an exercise device for independently exercising both the thigh and calf muscles of at least one leg of a user, including a base provided with a pair of spaced-apart, upwardly-extending sides, a plate-like member having a top surface, a bottom surface, a front end, a back end and two sides, at least one pivot element pivotally interconnecting the plate-like member and the upwardly-extending sides with a major axis of the plate-like member perpendicular to the axis of the pivot element, the at least one pivot element supporting the plate-like member in proximity to the midpoint of the major axis, and at least two energy-absorbing elements respectively attaching the front end and the back end of the plate- like member to adjacent surfaces of the base, the arrangement being such that the plate-like member can be pivotally oscillated relative to the base when a moment is applied thereto against the resistance of at least one of the energy-absorbing elements.

Abstract: An endogenic breathing trainer including an inner chamber including an upper end and a lower end. The lower end includes a plurality of holes formed therethrough for permitting air to enter and exit the inner chamber. A breathing pipe connected to the upper end of the inner chamber permits air to enter and exit the inner chamber. A middle chamber receives the inner chamber. The middle chamber includes an upper end and a lower end. The upper end includes a passage therethrough for receiving the breathing pipe and at least one inlet permitting air to pass into the middle chamber. The lower end of the inner chamber is separated from the lower end of the middle chamber by a gap filled with water. An outer chamber receives the inner chamber and the middle chamber. The outer chamber includes an upper end and a lower end. The upper end of the outer chamber includes a passage therethrough for receiving the breathing pipe. At least one inlet passage in the outer chamber permits air to enter and exit the outer chamber.

Abstract: An adjustable clothes hanging and exercising apparatus includes a T-shape supporter which has a horizontal tube and a vertical tube integrally and perpendicularly connected with a lower central portion of the horizontal tube. A left arm supporter has a first end and a second end, wherein one of the first and second ends is detachably connected with the left section of the horizontal tube. A right arm supporter has a first end and a second end, wherein one of the first and second ends is detachably connected with the right section of the horizontal tube. An adjustable device which comprises an adjustable bar having a top end rotatably connected with a bottom end of the vertical tube. A base bar has a top end detachably connected with a bottom end of the adjustable bar. A base supporter is detachably connected with a bottom end of the base bar.

Abstract: A collapsible exercise device having three U-shaped frame members pivotally connected at one pivot point, and each frame member being connected between free swingable portions by straps. A foot shaft is pivotally connected to a base frame member, and is also connected by a strap to the swingable portion of a middle frame member. A user positions himself on a floor or level surface within the apparatus, using his legs to depress the foot shaft, and creating tension on the straps, which pivots the frame members at the pivot point, thus lifting the head and torso therewith. The user exercises by alternatively depressing the foot shaft to lift up the head and torso into an engaged position, and then releasing pressure on the foot shaft to return the head and torso to a rest position.

Abstract: An exerciser includes a board, a pair of rocking members, and a transverse rod. A connecting tube is fixed to the board. Each end portion of the connecting tube has a hole. Each rocking member has an L-shaped rod, a coil spring member, and a handle which are connected to one another in sequence. Each of the L-shaped rods has a lower end which is inserted into the respective end portion of the connecting tube and which has two positioning holes that are aligned selectively with the hole in the respective one of the end portions of the connecting tube when the L-shaped rod is rotated respectively to first and second positions with respect to the board. Each of the L-shaped rods further has a locking pin which extends through the hole in the respective one of the end portions of the connecting tube and one of the positioning holes in the corresponding one of the L-shaped rods. The upper ends of the handles are connected detachably to the end portions of the transverse rod.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to an exercise and strengthening device for fingers and hands and a method of exercising and strengthening same, along with certain muscles of the arm(s). More particularly, it relates to a device which applies a reactive force against the hand(s) and one or more of the fingers of a user when the device is held firmly in one or both of a user's hands. The user specifies the hand(s) and finger(s) upon which the device applies such force by either selecting an appropriately configured device or fixing a changeable device in a desired configuration. The device is preferably configured to resemble the grips of an instrumentality the user would hold while working (e.g., the grip of a hand tool) or while playing a sport (e.g., the grip of a golf club or baseball bat). The invention also relates to a method of exercising or rehabilitating fingers, individually or as a group, to strengthen the hand(s) and desired finger(s) thereof.

Abstract: An apparatus for upper body exercise includes a belt which has a pair of shoulder straps and leg straps to maintain the belt in position relative to the user's body. At least one elastic band has an end attached to an upper portion of the belt. The free end of the elastic band has a loop that can be pulled by a user for upper body exercise.

Abstract: Time piece incorporated into a wrist brace to allow one to wear the wrist brace and a time piece. The invention comprises a wrist brace having a support web typically secured on the wrist by a strap which has a VELCRO.RTM. strip which is secured to a VELCRO.RTM. strip on the web. The time piece assembly comprises a looped band which has a two VELCRO.RTM. strips, one for engaging the VELCRO.RTM. strip on the web, the other for engaging the VELCRO.RTM. strip on the strap. The time-piece is operable from a control panel within the reach of the fingers on the hand extending from the wrist on which the wrist brace is worn.

Abstract: An adjustable rotating resistance exerciser wherein an adjustment knob functions to supply an axial force to a series of interleaved washers and compressible washers to adjust the rotational restriction of a tubular grip handle, which is disposed on an inner collar that is affixed to a tubular handlebar. The exerciser may be configured such that it is adaptable to a riding bicycle or a stationary exercise bicycle or the exerciser may be affixed to various size tubes or bars such that it may be used in any convenient location. A further embodiment of the present invention may be utilized by incorporating the adjustable rotating resistance exerciser with a tabletop unit which can be used by individuals confined to wheelchairs, hospital beds or nursing homes. Furthermore, the tabletop unit may be modified to accept foot plates so that individuals may use the rotational exerciser to exercise ankle and calf muscles.

Abstract: An apparatus for exercising the ankle, comprising a base frame, a seat support section attached to the base frame, and a seat adjustably mounted to the seat support section. The apparatus includes a foot carriage assembly comprising a foot carriage frame pivotally attached to the base frame for enabling plantar and dorsiflexion of the foot, a support arm pivotally attached to the foot carriage frame for enabling inversion and eversion of the foot, and a foot platform pivotally attached to the support arm for enabling abduction and adduction of the foot. A resistance system is operably connected to the foot carriage assembly for providing resistance against a force applied by a patient during use.

Abstract: This invention is concerned with a portable exercise device which can readily be broken down into its component parts for storage. Regardless of its portability the portable exercise device is capable of providing the user with a good workout. This portable exercise device has a two segment main body section which can be readily assembled and disassembled. When assembled the main body section incorporates an elongated groove into which is positioned a limb. One end of the main body section further incorporates a U shaped groove into which is positioned an elastic band. The ends of the elastic band are looped. These looped ends are positioned around the limb on opposite sides of the main body section. The other end of the main body section is fitted with a cushion. In operation the user positions the cushion of the portable exercise device against his midriff. The uses then grips the opposite ends of the limb with both hands and draws the limb towards his midriff.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus (10) consists of an elongated frame (12) tubular, in construction, having an upper end and a lower end. The frame (12) comprises a frame left slot (12L) and a frame right slot (12R), the frame left slot (12L) and frame right slot (12R) comprises an opening therebetween. A preload housing (16) securely attached to an upper distal end of the frame (12) therearound. The preload housing (16) comprises a preload housing adjuster (16A) removably fastened to a preload housing adjuster handle (16AA) by a removable fastening means. The preload housing adjuster handle (16AA) functions as a grip for the user, the preload housing (16) further comprises a preload housing slide (16B) slidably attached to the frame (12) at a mid distal point. An adjuster (26) functions to vary the resistance load. A lower slide (18) is movably attached to the frame (12). The lower slide (18) functions to support the user's left foot. A resistance device functions to provide a resistance to an user.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for coupling a tubular handle (4, 6) of an exercise device to a flexible line (10), such as an elastic cord, is described. The elastic flexible line is directed through a circumferential opening (60) in the handle and attached to the inner lumen of the handle with a coupling assembly (24). The coupling assembly comprises a retainer (30) defining a hole (40) for receiving the end portion of the flexible line and fastener (32) for securing the end portion of the flexible line to the retainer to thereby fix the line to the handle. The coupling assembly provides a strong mechanical link between the flexible elastic line and the handle that minimizes wear on the elastic line.

Abstract: A folding device for treadmill, particularly a easy and ready-to-fold folding device to fold handle frame on treadmill so that the handle frame can be folded to the surface of treadmill body to minimize packing volume and transportation cost as well as to save space requirement for storage.

Abstract: A cabinet has a tread base rotatably connected to be oriented in an exercise position extending outwardly and in a stored position extending inwardly secured within the enclosure of the cabinet. The underside of the tread base may be configured to provide a suitable aesthetic exterior surface. A latching arrangement is provided to secure the tread base within the enclosure in the second or stored position. Elevation structure and motor structure are provided to elevate the tread base when in the first position and to power the endless belt of the tread base when in the first position. The elevation structure may be operated to vary the inclination of the tread base when in the first position. The underside of the tread base has a decorative panel and functions as a door for the cabinet. The elevation structure may include an electrically driven rack and pinion as well as a gas cylinder system.

Abstract: An exercise device is intended for developing arm and wrist, and is composed of a joint seat, a joint housing, a bearing member, an elastic element, two handlebars, and two torsion-resisting elements. The joint seat, the joint housing and the bearing member are fastened coaxially and pivotally in conjunction with the elastic element. The joint seat and the joint housing are provided with a handlebar fastened therewith. The torsion-resisting elements are located in the handlebars such that one end of the torsion-resisting element is retained by the joint housing or the joint seat, and that another end of the torsion-resisting element is retained by the handlebar.