Abstract: Weights are disposed on opposite sides of a base member, and selector rods are selectively moved into engagement with the desired number of weights on each side of the base member. The resulting adjustable resistance assembly may be used on dumbbells and/or weight stacks.

Abstract: An exercise device has a variable amount of energy absorbing material disposed in series between a body supporting member and an underlying floor surface.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a vertical stack of weights, including a top plate, and at least one additional weight disposed adjacent the top plate. The additional weight may be a plate having a height, a width, and a thickness that is smaller than the width and smaller than the height, and arranged so that its thickness extends horizontally toward the stack of weights, and/or multiple additional weights may be arranged to define a horizontal array on at least one side of the stack of weights. The additional weight(s) may be movably mounted on the frame for movement along a path defined by interfaces between opposite outer surfaces of the weight(s) and respective guide surfaces on the frame. A selector rod may be movably mounted on the top plate for movement into and out of engagement with one or more of the additional weights, and/or arranged to define a longitudinal axis that extends through all of the additional weights and perpendicular to the stack of weights.

Abstract: An exercise dumbbell system includes a handle and weight plates maintained in spaced relationship at opposite ends thereof. Weight selectors are movable laterally into and out of engagement with respective weight plates to secure them relative to the handle. Each weight plate is provided with a pathway having at least one notch that opens upward, and at least one groove that is bounded above by a lip. The selectors have respective weight engaging portions that travel along respective pathways to alternatively underlie different combinations of the weights.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a floor engaging base, a vertical stanchion, and at least one body support. Cables are interconnected between respective handles and respective pivot arms. At least one resistance device is interconnected between the pivot arms and the frame. The cables are routed about pulleys on the frame in a manner that facilitates different types of exercise motions. Adjustments to resistance may be made by repositioning at least one of the cables and the resistance device relative to the pivot arms.

Abstract: A set of coins is arranged relative to a display having discrete regions associated with discrete coins within the set. In a preferred embodiment, the display is a map, and an opening is provided within the borders of or proximate to each state on the map in order to receive a respective coin.

Abstract: Weights are selectively engaged by a weight selector assembly for movement during exercise activity. The weights are engaged by a selector member which is operable only when the weight selector assembly is docked relative to a weight supporting base.

Abstract: A weight stack exercise machine includes a stack of primary weights movably mounted on a frame, and secondary weight which are selectively movable between respective inactive positions, supported by the frame, and respective active positions, acting on the top plate in the primary weight stack. The frame supports the secondary weights in respective inactive positions, one above the other with a gap disposed therebetween.

Abstract: An exercise dumbbell includes a handle and weights that are selectively latched to opposite ends of the handle. A base is provided to support the handle and the weights when not in use.

Abstract: A weight stack exercise machine includes a stack of primary weights movably mounted on a frame, and at least one counter-weight which is selectively movable between an inactive position, supported by the frame, and an active position, acting on the top plate in the stack of primary weights.

Abstract: An amusement device for young children includes a cloth housing secured about a core such that peripherally distributed portions of the housing are relatively closer to the core and/or peripherally distributed gaps are defined between the housing and the core.

Abstract: A selector rod is rotated into engagement with each desired weight plate in a stack to provide adjustable resistance to exercise movement. On a first embodiment, the selector rod extends vertically and is movable axially relative to a vertical stack of weights. On a second embodiment, the selector rod extends horizontally and is movable radially relative to a horizontal stack of weight plates.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus has a crank and a degree of freedom disposed between a force receiving member and a frame.

Abstract: Weights are disposed on opposite sides of a base member, and selector rods are selectively moved into engagement with the desired number of weights on each side of the base member. Upon rotation of a knob, the selector rods move in opposite directions to engage the desired number of weights.

Abstract: A set of coins is arranged relative to a display having discrete regions associated with discrete coins within the set. In a preferred embodiment, the display is a map, and an opening is provided within the borders of or proximate to each state on the map in order to receive a respective coin.

Abstract: A figurine is mounted on a shoe. On a preferred embodiment, the figurine stands upright on top of the toe portion of the shoe; is selectively removable from the shoe; and is capable of standing upright on a floor surface when removed from the shoe.

Abstract: An exercise dumbbell includes a handle and weight plates maintained in spaced relationship relative thereto. At least one latch is movable into and out of engagement with desired weight plates to prevent movement of the engaged weight plates in a first direction, and thereby secure same relative to the handle. At least one catch is connected to the at least one latch and operable in a second, discrete direction to encourage the latch to remain engaged with the weight plates.

Abstract: Supplemental weights are selectively movable into and out of a path traversed by the top plate in a weight stack. Preferably, the supplemental weights include a half-weight and a quarter-weight which are movable in any combination into the path of the top plate and into concentric alignment with the top plate.

Abstract: At least one supplemental weight is selectively movable into and out of the path traversed by the top plate in a weight stack. The supplemental weight(s) may be configured to register with the top plate, provided with handle(s), and/or added to existing weight stack equipment.

Abstract: Weights are disposed on opposite sides of a base member, and selector rods are selectively moved into engagement with the desired number of weights on each side of the base member.