Abstract: Apparatus and method for facilitating a dynamic plank exercise comprises a generally horizontally disposed structure, a plurality of legs supporting, at their upper ends, the structure, rollers disposed on lower ends of the plurality of legs and adapted to rest upon a floor surface, the rollers allowing the legs, and the structure, to be translated relative to the floor surface, and a pair straps vertically suspended from the structure, the straps adapted to support the users' legs, whereby, the users may place their legs in the straps and perform exercises with the users' arms supported by the floor surface, wherein the users are able to translate their legs relative to their arms as the structure is translated on the floor surface.

Abstract: A jump box for training athletes that eliminates a lot of the hazards of using a traditional jump box. The device has a base, a back frame and a platform the height of which can be adjusted in small increments. The platform is sized and shaped to extend further towards the athlete than any other portion of the jump box making it considerably safer than other devices on the market. In addition, the platform of the jump box is angled downward slightly to make it easier for the athlete to jump on the device. The weight and construction of the device makes it virtually impossible to knock over. In addition, because of the shape and orientation of the platform, athletes can use the box without injuring themselves if they miss a jump.

Abstract: A weighted pad for weightlifting is described herein. The weighted pad can be applied to any area of the body to provide additional padding, reduce redness, pain, and bruising. It can be used with dumbbells, barbells, free weights, or any other weight applied over the joints or musculoskeletal regions, making it highly versatile for various exercise.

Abstract: An exercise mat comprising: a base layer; a top layer comprising at least one pre-determined removable mat layer section; and at least one textured insert adapted for insertion into a gap in said top layer, wherein said gap is defined by the removal of said at least an one pre-determined removable mat layer section; wherein said at least one textured insert provides for a tactile sensation when a user applies pressure thereonto.

Abstract: A novel rowing machine attachment includes a bracket for attaching to a roller assembly of a rowing machine and a receiver for attaching to a handle of a rowing machine. In a particular embodiment, the bracket fixably attaches to the roller assembly and the receiver releasably attaches to the bracket for selective use. In a more particular embodiment, the bracket and the receiver are both integral parts of a single rigid body structure.

Abstract: An end platform for an exercise machine for increased support of an exerciser's spine, neck and head which allows for an expanded scope of exercises that cannot otherwise be performed on the machine without the improved platform. The end platform for an exercise machine generally includes a novel, ergonomically improved stationary platform affixed to at least one opposed end of a substantially longitudinal exercise machine that includes at least a resistance biased reciprocating platform. The improved end platform provides for increased support of exercisers' spine, neck and head, thereby allowing for an expanded scope of exercises that cannot otherwise be performed on the machine without the improved platform, and further provides for the attachment of new and novel exercise equipment accessories to the exercise machine.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus comprises a platform having a front roller, a rear roller and an endless belt mounted around the front roller and the rear roller for allowing a user to perform a first exercise type of a relatively lower resistance or a second exercise type of a relatively higher resistance. A front frame is mounted at a front side of the platform and has at least one holding portion adapted to be grasped by the user. One or more control interfaces controls the first exercise type and the second exercise type.

Abstract: An adjustable elliptical trainer is disclosed, which includes a body, a sliding rail, a connecting piece and a movement mechanism. The sliding rail has one end rotatably connected to the body around an axis and an other end detachably connected to the body by the connecting piece along a longitudinal extension direction of the sliding rail. The movement mechanism includes a sliding part matched with the sliding rail, and the sliding part is provided on the sliding rail and is slidable along the sliding rail. The axis is perpendicular to the longitudinal extension direction of the sliding rail, a first connection point is provided at a joint between the connecting piece and the sliding rail, and a second connection point is provided at a joint between the connecting piece and the body, the connecting piece is configured to be movable relative to the sliding rail and/or the body.

Abstract: A pedal-driven exercise machine is designed for an exerciser in a seated position to do pedaling. The pedal-driven exercise machine is equipped with a main body portion, a crank unit that is rotatably supported by the main body portion, a pedal unit that is rotatably supported by the crank unit, and a foot space securing unit that secures a foot space at a foot of the exerciser by retreating the pedal unit from the foot of the exerciser when the pedal-driven exercise machine is out of use.

Abstract: A pedaling exercise device includes a rotation mechanism configured to pivotally support a rotation shaft to allow rotation, a pair of cranks having first ends connected to both ends of the rotation shaft of the rotation mechanism, respectively, a pair of links having first ends rotatably connected to second ends of the cranks, respectively, and having second ends provided with wheels, respectively, a pair of pedal portions connected to the links along a longitudinal direction of the links, respectively, a rolling surface connected to a first end of the rotation mechanism on a user side, and a restriction portion configured to restrict separation of the wheels from the upper surface of the rolling surface in a case where the first end of the rotation mechanism is lifted such that the rotation mechanism is erected in a state where a second end of the rotation mechanism is grounded.

Abstract: A swing trainer balance block apparatus for improving balance during swing training includes a foot board having a board top side, a board bottom side, a board front side, a board back side, a board left side, and a board right side. The board top side receives a portion of a user's foot. A base support is coupled to the foot board. The base support is coupled to the board bottom side and is elastically deformable to create instability in the foot board. One swing trainer balance block apparatus is used beneath each of the user's feet to stimulate stabilizer muscles while practicing swinging a baseball bat or a golf club.

Abstract: A climbing exercise apparatus having ipsilateral and contralateral modes of operation may include a frame supporting generally vertically oriented frame members in spaced apart relationship to one another fixedly secured to a base of the frame. The vertically oriented members may support endless belt and pulley systems. Handlebars and foot supports may be connected to upper and lower carriage members engaging the endless belt to establish ipsilateral and contralateral configurations of the climbing exercise apparatus.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus having multiple exercise modes of operation may include a frame supporting generally vertically oriented reciprocating members spaced apart and in substantial parallel relationship to one another. Reciprocating leg members may include foot supports secured at the lower distal ends thereof. Reciprocating arm members may include hand grips coupled proximate the upper distal ends of the arm members. The arm members and leg members may be operably coupled in multiple configurations for a user to perform various climbing exercise movements.

Abstract: The disclosure provides an apparatus for exercising muscles of the head and/or neck. The apparatus comprises a harness, and a plate is pivotably connected to the harness. The plate is movable between a collapsed position and an exercise position where a back of the head of the user can engage with the plate. A biasing member biases the plate towards the collapsed position.

Abstract: An exercise step and method of exercising a user's legs is disclosed. The exercise step includes a main body which has a substantially planar and horizontally oriented upper wall and a sloped wall extending from bottommost surface of the exercise step to the upper wall. In use, a user steps on the sloped wall with a heel portion of his or her foot and raises the heel portion such that a sole portion of his or her foot is supported by the upper wall.

Abstract: An exercise device includes an elongate guide having a longitudinal dimension between spaced apart ends. A pair of foot supports are slidably mounted on, and relative to the elongate guide. A body engaging member is adjacent a side edge of the elongate guide and is engageable by an individual using the device. A linkage system is connected to the pair of foot supports and to the body engaging member through rotatable connections, with the rotatable connections permitting interconnected movement of the body engaging member and foot supports in the same longitudinal direction along the longitudinal dimension of the elongate guide. Preferably, an adjustable rail also is provided by a pair of rotatably mounted arms.

Abstract: Disclosed is a foldable weight training sled for training, where the foldable weight training sled is moved along a substantially linear longitudinal direction. The foldable weight training sled includes a chassis, a first pair of fixed rotatable wheels, a second pair of fixed rotatable wheels, a first pair of foldable push bars, a second pair of foldable push bars, and a measurement device. The foldable push bars may be moved between an upright deployed position, and a folded position wherein the push bars rest along a top side of the chassis.

Abstract: Exerciser (3) for hanging that can be positioned around a door (16), usable by tall and short persons, having an adjustable bar for hanging (1) which can be easily removed to free the passage through the door. It is meant either for hanging exercises, than for vertebral column stretching. It comprises a bar for hanging (1) supported by two uprights (2,2?) resting on the floor (8) and fixed to a wall (14) with spacers (12). The existence of said two uprights (2,2?) permits: 1) to place the bar (1) also above a door lintel (6), for tall users 2) to removably place the bar (1) internally to the door (16) passage, for short users, thanks to rotating adjusting junctions (18,18?). Therefore this structure does not prevent the use of a door, and permits the user to make brief exercises at any time he passes through the door.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an exercise device for incline push-ups that allows a user to do incline push-up exercises in a comfortable and efficient (in terms of the load exerted on upper body muscles) manner. More specifically, the exercise device comprises a push-up board removably attached to an edge of a worktop by using a support structure. When engaged with the edge of the worktop, the support structure is configured to support the board at an acute angle to the worktop. The exercise device thus configured may be particularly suitable for users who are in a recovery phase after a surgery or after an injury (e.g., a shoulder injury).

Abstract: A cycling shoe for measuring power includes a sole having a pocket in the bottom of the sole. A sensor platform having a plurality of sensors, at least one sensor on a top of the sensor platform and at least one sensor on the bottom of the sensor platform, is inserted into the pocket. A platform cover and a cleat are attached to the sole over the sensors. Force applied to a pedal clipped to the cleat is measured and processed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a smart barbell (1) which comprises a first bar part (10) and a second bar part (20), each arranged for carrying one or more weights, the first bar part (10) and the second bar part (20) extends along a longitudinal axis (X-X). The barbell (1) further comprises a central bar part (30) arranged between the first and the second bar parts (10, 20) and which is connected to the first bar part (10) and the second bar part (20) and extends along the longitudinal axis (X-X). At least one of the first bar part (10) and the second bar part (20) comprises a cavity (12, 22), in which at least one sensor (40, 50) is arranged for registration of movements of the barbell (1) and for wireless communication with a data analyzing unit (100).

Abstract: A system for delivering physical therapy to a user includes an active video gaming system that has a motion detector capable of detecting the physical motions of a user. The system includes parameters related to movement restrictions that a user may have and the system creates a gaming environment based on the parameters.

Abstract: Coating compositions including hydroxyurethane linkages, coating layers formed from such coating compositions, and golf balls including such coating layers.

Abstract: Thermoplastic and thermoset compositions including hydroxyurethane linkages, golf ball components formed using such thermoplastic or thermoset compositions, and golf balls including such golf components.

Abstract: A device for maintaining sports equipment is provided. The device may comprise a lower housing, a controller, a wall, a fan, and a heat element. The device may further comprise a top member, a mount connecting member, and a mount. The controller may be in communication with a display and an interface that may each be carried by the lower housing. The wall may be removably positioned extending upwardly from the lower housing. The wall may define an interior area defined by the interior face of the wall. The fan may selectively circulate air within the interior area. The heat element may selectively generate heat. The mount connecting member may be carried by a portion of the lower housing. The mount may matingly engage with the mount connecting member.

Abstract: A golf club tool and method, the golf club tool comprises a tool body defining a hollow body interior that continuously connects an open first body end to an enclosed second body end, the hollow body interior is configured to removably receive and partially encapsulate a top portion of a golf club; the enclosed second body end removably supports a golf ball marker and further pivotally mounts a multi-prong fork; and the multi-prong fork is further configured to have a removable engagement with a golf ball.

Abstract: A golf club head is provided with an electronic display that is visible to a user of the golf club head when the golf club head is in the address position, such as for displaying one or more images to the user. The electronic display may include a memory, a microprocessor, and a battery, and may be configured to communicate with a user operable electronic device via a wired or a wireless communication protocol. For example, the electronic display may be configured to receive one or more images from the user operable electronic device, to store the one or more images in the memory, and to display the one or more images to the user.

Abstract: A golf club having unique mass properties and all the benefits afforded therefrom.

Abstract: A golf club head includes a body that defines an internal cavity, a toe side, a heel side, a front side, an aft side, a top side, and a bottom side. The body includes a crown, a sole portion, and a hosel. When the golf club head is at address, the golf club head defines a rectangular volume that intersects outermost points on the toe side, the heel side, the front side, the aft side, the top side, and the bottom side of the body. The body of the golf club head defines eighteen heel-toe cross sections that are arranged parallel to a y-z plane and spaced evenly along a heel-toe direction within the rectangular volume. An average value of the centroid height of a first heel-toe cross section, a second heel-toe cross section, and a third heel-toe cross section is less than about 40 millimeters.

Abstract: An iron-type golf club head includes a heel, a toe, a top portion, a sole portion, a top portion, a rear portion, and a striking wall. The striking wall includes a striking face having a plurality of scorelines and a face center and a rear surface. A minimum striking wall thickness T min is no greater than 2.5 min. A thickened central region of the striking wall has a maximum thickness, T max, greater than T min but no greater than 2.75. A first thickness T1 of the striking wall corresponds with a first location spaced toe-ward from the face center by a first distance D1 of between 20 mm and 30 mm. A second thickness T2 of the striking wall corresponds with a second location spaced heel-ward from the face center by the first distance D1 such that T1 is greater than T2 by no less than 0.05 mm.

Abstract: A golf club head includes a body having a faceplate with a strike surface, a toe end opposite a heel end, a back end opposite the faceplate, and a sole opposite a top rail, the faceplate is connected to the sole and configured to pivot about the sole.

Abstract: An iron-type golf club head includes: a body having an outer surface and including a striking face; a channel extending into the body and having an opening in the outer surface of the body; and a weighted insert shaped and sized to be at least partially inserted into the channel and including a heavy end and a light end, wherein the channel is oriented such that, when the weighted insert is at least partially inserted into the channel, a longitudinal axis of the weighted insert is parallel to a striking face plane that is tangential to an outermost surface of the striking face.

Abstract: Embodiments of golf club heads, golf clubs, and methods to manufacture golf club heads and golf clubs are generally described herein. In one example, a golf club head includes a body portion with an interior cavity, a face portion coupled to the body portion and having at least one back groove, a first mass portion, a first port having a first port opening in the interior cavity and configured to receive the first mass portion, a second mass portion, a second port configured to receive the second mass portion, and a filler material in the body portion coupled to the face portion. A distance between the first mass portion and a toe portion edge of the body portion is less than a distance between the first mass portion and a heel portion edge of the body portion. Other examples and embodiments may be described and claimed.

Abstract: A golf tee is disclosed, which is resistant to breaking and resistant to flying. The golf tee herein comprises a head; a stem; a ground-gripping ring or rings; and a wide and sturdy pointy contoured tip section.

Abstract: A ball bat includes an outer shell and an insert positioned in a ball striking area of the outer shell. The insert may include a tube element and one or more spacer elements positioned to form a gap between the tube element and the outer shell along at least a portion of a length of the tube element. In some embodiments, the insert or the gap may extend along only the length of the ball striking area. The outer shell may provide some compliance during a hit to create a trampoline effect, while the insert may provide a backstop to limit radial deflection of the outer shell.

Abstract: A golf club protector that may be magnetically attached to a golf club iron to provide a protective, covering layer over at least the face of the iron. The golf club protector is formed from body having an inner layer, an outer later, and an intermediate layer positioned between the inner and outer layers. A series of magnets are positioned in the intermediate layer. The body has an outer perimeter corresponding to the shape of a golf club iron and is dimensioned to be positioned in covering relation to a face of the golf club iron.

Abstract: A golf training apparatus to be worn on the arm of a player, for improving the player's swing by supporting his one (target directed) arm and thereby avoiding the tendency for inadvertent bending thereof during his swing. An elongate support member is clamped in position on the arm, and an adjustable loop on the apparatus is tighten-able by the player's free hand, to hold the elbow against bending. The advantage is improved accuracy of the club head, and minimization of undesirable slices or hooks. One hand operation is facilitated, to install or remove the accessory.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a body suspension exercise device primarily comprised of at least one pad, at least one strap, at least one ring with at least one mounting bracket and at least one clip, and at least one rope. In the preferred embodiment, the device has a plurality of pads attached to one another in a radial fashion, wherein the ring encloses the pads. A user can insert their legs into the pads, wherein the pads can then be tightened by the strap. The ring further receives a rope that allows the device to be suspended from an object or structure. Therefore, a user can suspend their legs using the device and perform a plurality of core, abdominal, and upper body exercises.

Abstract: A dribble training system and method of use has a base unit having a plurality of cone indicator lights and a plurality of cone units each having a cone body and a button operably installed on the cone body, whereby the base unit is wirelessly paired with the plurality of cone units as by setting a base unit group address selection and a cone unit group address selection to be corresponding and further by setting a cone identifier unique to each cone unit, and further whereby selective illumination of a specific cone indicator light on the base unit followed by touching the button of the specific cone unit corresponding to the illuminated specific cone indicator light causes wireless transmission to the base unit of an activation signal corresponding to the touched button, resulting in cessation of the illumination of the specific cone indicator light.

Abstract: A multipurpose exercise device for replicating exercise motions that has a base on a support surface and a user platform. One end of a support post is axially mounted to the base and the other end is pivotally mounted to the user platform. The platform pivots with the post in a horizontal plane parallel to the support surface and pivots in a vertical plane perpendicular to the support surface. Resistance elements, dampening elements and a linkage system are selectively mounted to the support post and the base to control the velocity and angle of pivot of the platform in the horizontal and vertical plane. Ski and snowboard modules may be mounted to the user platform. The user stands on the platform or modules and performs exercise motions to propel the platform in the horizontal plane and the vertical plane to replicate the exercise motions, e.g., skiing and snowboarding.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method, a device, a system and/or a manufacture of training utilizing a target comprising strike sectors and/or a mat comprising position sectors indicated to the user. In one embodiment, a method for combat training, athletic training, and workout includes determining a position sector ID from a training file associated with a position sector visually identified on a mat including a position detector. A strike sector ID is determined associated with a strike sector on a strike target capable comprising a strike detector and capable of receiving a strike from a human extremity. A first indicator signal is generated to communicate the foot placement to the user and a second indicator signal communicates the strike sector. A strike signal is received from the strike and/or a position signal is received from the foot placement on the mat. The user's strike and/or positioning performance may be assessed.

Abstract: A system for monitoring and recording and processing an activity includes one or more cameras for automatically recording video of the activity. A remote media system is located at the location of the activity. A network media processor and services is communicatively coupled with the remote media system. The remote media system includes one or more AI enabled cameras. The AI enabled camera is configured to record the activity. The network media processor is configured to receive an activation request of the AI enabled camera and validate the record request.

Abstract: An electronic sideline marker for use in football comprises a first display configured to display an indication of a down and a second display configured to display one or more timers. The second display may be configured to display a play clock, a go-clock, and/or a throw-clock. A play clock may first be displayed, and the marker may then receive an indication (e.g., a button press) that the football has been snapped, at which point display of the play clock may be replaced with display of a go-clock. The marker may be configured to output indications when the play clock, go-clock, and/or throw-clock expire. The marker may be configured to electronically communicate with one or more other markers for use in the football game, or one or more other remote electronic devices such as sensors in flag football belts, flags, and/or footballs.

Abstract: A shin guard, system, and method includes a rigid member forming an outer surface of the shin guard, one or more soft members, secured with respect to the rigid member, forming an inner surface of the shin guard, and haptic devices positioned with respect to one or both of the rigid member and the one or more soft members. The haptic devices are configured to selectively generate haptic signals according to a plurality of predetermined patterns that may be sensed by a wearer of the shin guard.

Abstract: A self-propelled, one-wheeled vehicle may include a suspension system configured to dampen up and down motion of a board relative to the axle of a central wheel assembly when the vehicle encounters obstacles and bumps on a riding surface. Illustrative suspension systems include a shock absorber, a rocker, a pushrod, bell cranks, and/or a swingarm that couple the axle to the board. The suspension system may be disposed completely below a foot deck of the vehicle.

Abstract: An interactive bowling system using scoring systems and/or other computer infrastructures which interact with visual and/or audio effects within the bowling center. The system includes a management system having stored therein instructions to provide special effects associated with one or more events to one or more special effects components. Upon an occurrence of an event, the management system: determines that the occurrence of the event is associated with one or more special effects; and provides the instructions to the one or more special effects components to effectuate the special effects associated with the one or more events.

Abstract: A method for playing a hold 'em card game with two hands provides a variant to a standard hold 'em card game by dealing four hole cards to a player, with each set of hole cards being independently played, bet, raised, or folded in relation to the same community cards. An initial round of wagering occurs, followed by dealing four hole cards to each player. The hole cards are played independently of each other. There is another round of betting, before a turn and a river are also dealt. If the dealer's best of five hands exceeds a poker hand ranking of the player's, the player forfeits the wager. If the player's best of five hands exceeds the dealer's, the player receives an equal amount of units to the wager.

Abstract: Computer-implemented methods and systems for locating virtual elements that can be used or collected by players of a parallel reality game having a virtual world that parallels at least a portion of the real world are provided. In particular, the location of virtual elements in the virtual world is determined based on data associated with one or more real world conditions. Virtual elements can be located in the virtual world at locations corresponding to locations in the real world that encourage safe and effective game play. Locating virtual elements in the virtual world based on data associated with real world conditions improves the link between the parallel virtual world and the real world, enhancing the illusion that the virtual world is another dimension of the real world that the player can interact with through the parallel reality game.

Abstract: A system that mirrors motion of a physical object by displaying a virtual object moving in a virtual environment. The mirroring display may be used for example for feedback, coaching, or for playing virtual games. Motion of the physical object is measured by motion sensors that may for example include an accelerometer, a gyroscope, and a magnetometer. Sensor data is transmitted to a computer that calculates the position and orientation of the physical object and generates a corresponding position and orientation of the virtual object. The computer may correct or adjust the calculations using sensor data redundancies. The virtual environment may include constraints on the position, orientation, or motion of the virtual object. These constraints may be used to compensate for accumulating errors in position and orientation. The system may for example use proportional error feedback to adjust position and orientation based on sensor redundancies and virtual environment constraints.

Abstract: A video game controller, including a first joystick, including a first body having an elongate shape, and a directional pad disposed on at least a portion of a first end of the first body to input at least one input corresponding to each point of the directional pad, a second joystick, including a second body having an elongate shape, and a plurality of action buttons disposed on at least a portion of the second body to input at least one action input in response to depressing at least one of the plurality of action buttons, and a base to removably connect to at least one of a second end of the first body and a second end of the second body.