Abstract: This invention pertains to a system for providing exercise programs to users based on regimens prepared by health care practitioners. Each regimen is automatically converted into a set of exercise sessions, each session consisting of one or more exercises. The exercise sessions are provided to users as audio/video programs. Preferably, an avatar in the video portion of each program performs the respective exercises and together with the audio portion provides prompts, encourages and instructs the user in following and performing the exercises. In addition, a plurality of sensors may be deployed for concurrently receiving and processing motion data for display and analysis relative to exercise performance.

Abstract: A training aid for skiers or other individuals engaged in physical activity using an athletic apparatus includes a sensor for sensing the force between a skier's leg and his boot. The sensor is arranged to generate an electrical signal indicative of the weight distribution of the skier during skiing. This signal is monitored and if it indicates that the skier's weight distribution is improper, an indication is provided to the skier so that the skier can take corrective measures.

Abstract: An illuminated toy sword includes a handle. A light source mounted in said handle provides focused light. A light rod has a first end and a second end, the first end being optically coupled to the light source. The light source is focused upon the second end of the light rod, such that the light rod is substantially evenly illuminated.

Abstract: A toy ball of increased play value is provided and includes a sphere. A light source is disposed within the sphere. A switch disposed within the sphere activates the light source when the ball is impacted such as when it is bounced.

Abstract: An animated paddle includes a handle and a paddle rotationally mounted to the handle. The paddle includes a plurality of light emitting diodes. The light emitting diodes are selectively illuminated in accordance with a predetermined pattern. However, the light emitting diodes may be illuminated to transmit a message, such as a word, or they may be illuminated to produce designs, such as circles of sequentially greater and lesser size.

Abstract: A device which effects the illusion of the levitation and animation of a source of light, supported by a non-reflective, resilient wire which under darkened conditions becomes imperceptible, carrying current to the light source from an attached circuit board/power supply which is in turn supported with the thumb by an attached flesh colored receptacle which when positioned properly, conceals the circuit board with the thumb.