Abstract: Embodiments constructed in accordance with the principles herein relate to an apparatus and method for teaching and practicing sliding techniques. The sliding apparatus includes a sliding element have a sliding surface and opposing surface, the sliding element opposing surface adapted to movably contact a substantially flat surface; and a target element having a first surface and second surface, the target element second surface coupled to the sliding element sliding surface and providing a target for teaching and practicing sliding techniques.

Abstract: A kinematic system is described. The kinematic system includes a kinematic device for attachment to a subject's body part. The kinematic device projects a light line, and a movement of the light line is used to evaluate a movement, posture, or balance of the subject.

Abstract: The present invention extends to methods, systems, and computer program products for providing an online health assessment. The online health assessment collects information from an individual and applies conditional logic to the collected information to identify information to be included in a lifestyle, nutrition, and/or product plan for the individual.

Abstract: A computer-executable method and an apparatus for analyzing biomechanical movement of an animal/human are used to detect and improve motion deficiencies being exhibited by the animal/human. The apparatus portion includes motion capture sensors, which are attached to a user's clothing or are directly adhered to the user's skin. The motion capture sensors are appropriately positioned across the user's body so that the computer-executable method is able to retrieve data for the user's full range of motion. From the data, the computer-executable method analyzes different physical movements, which include but not limited to sports skills and fitness exercises. The computer-executable method compares the data to an ideal version of a physical movement. The computer-executable method is also able to use the analysis of the data in order to create a performance report to illustrate the user's flaws while performing the physical movement and to suggest corrective drills.

Abstract: A coach board has a mounting board, a transparent film, an attractive board and a box. The transparent film is connected to the mounting board so as to form an interlayer space between the transparent film and the mounting board. The attractive board is removably inserted into the interlayer space between the transparent film and the mounting board and has a court layer. The court layer is attached to the attractive board, is visible via the transparent film and is protected by the transparent film. The box is mounted on the mounting board and receives multiple magnets inside. Therefore, a coach can instruct tactics to players easily by putting the magnets on the transparent film corresponding to the court layer of the attractive board.

Abstract: Disclosed are devices, systems, apparatus, methods, products, and other implementations, including a method that includes obtaining biometric data of a user, and generating instruction data, presentable on a user interface, based on data relating to one or more activities to be completed by the user and based on the biometric data of the user. In some embodiments, obtaining the biometric data may include measuring one or more of, for example, heart rate, blood pressure, blood oxygen level, temperature, speech-related attributes, breath, and/or eye behavior.

Abstract: The inclined sand training apparatus includes a front, inclined surface that is sand-filled and lined with sand-filled steps. A walkway traverses across a ridge formed between the front, inclined surface and a rear, inclined surface that is covered in grass. The training apparatus is designed to resemble a sand dune and provide training and workout experiences that includes sand-filled steps, walkway, and a rear, inclined surface covered in grass. The sand-filled steps consist of a concrete riser capped off with a rubber edge that are both back-filled with sand. Lights and other accessories provide a gym-like environment to aid in the training and workout, and further comprise a pool, cycle hut, showers, seating, bathrooms, first aid, and storage.

Abstract: An apparatus for underwater activities including a vessel filled fully or partially with water, which vessel includes one or more open openings for entering the vessel, wherein the lower portion of the vessel is located within a body of water, all of the one or more open opening for entering the vessel are located in that portion of the vessel which is located under the surface level of the body of water, and that walls of the vessel are transparent, or the walls include sections that are transparent, for allowing observation of the activities taking place inside the vessel from outside of the vessel.

Abstract: A system and method, a machine, and an article of manufacture of an occupational performance system and method for achieving occupational performance of competency based education and work force standards.

Abstract: The invention is an apparatus and method of biofeedback training for attaining a physiological state optimally consistent with the successful performance of a task, wherein the probability of successfully completing the task is made is inversely proportional to a physiological difference value, computed as the absolute value of the difference between at least one physiological signal optimally consistent with the successful performance of the task and at least one corresponding measured physiological signal of a trainee performing the task. The probability of successfully completing the task is made inversely proportional to the physiological difference value by making one or more measurable physical attributes of the environment in which the task is performed, and upon which completion of the task depends, vary in inverse proportion to the physiological difference value.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing a therapy device configured to mimic the passenger seat of various types of automobiles. The therapy device includes an adjustable ground clearance, an adjustable seat, an adjustable roofline, and a floor plate. The therapy device is portable, lightweight, and compact. Patients may use the therapy device in a physical therapy setting in order to practice getting into and out of a passenger seat that resembles the passenger seat of their own vehicle.

Abstract: An aid is disclosed for a trainer teaching a student motor skills. A magnetically-inert shield receives a magnetically-inert screen fixed to the front side thereof. A token has a magnetically-attractive material, and a token controller has a first magnet, such that the token controller may be used to move the token around on the screen when the token controller is pressed up against the rear side of the shield. One of the screens may include at least one raised portion raised off of the front surface of the screen a distance sufficient to receive the token thereunder. Various activities and games may be played with the aid, revolving primarily about the student trying to grasp a token that is moved by the trainer about the screen.

Abstract: The Personal Lifecycle Engine is a set of methods and systems based on the Ten-Level Enterprise Architecture designed to empower personal wellness and health. The Engine, unlike institution-provided solutions, provides person-centricity providing the user with life-long personal control of wellness and health information. The Engine is scenario centric and personal aspiration driven employing personally designed daily wellness and health activities as executable and measurable processes. The Personal Lifecycle Engine serves the user by controlling the input and output of information. It controls the disclosure of private information to the specific wellness and health need. It designs healthcare processes for personalized treatment and captures actual treatment processes and tracks dosages. The Personal Lifecycle Engine employs the tightly-coupled Ten-Level Enterprise Architecture to ensure the seamless, complete and correct execution of all process logic.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus related to improving player performance for trajectory-based sports are described. In particular, sporting devices are described that can be utilized to improve player performance in basketball. The sporting devices can include a camera-based system configured to capture and analyze the trajectory of a shot taken by a player. The camera-based system can be configured to provide feedback that allows a player to optimize the trajectory mechanics associated with shooting a basketball. In one embodiment, the camera-based system can be used in conjunction with a training aid that is attached to a basketball rim. The training aid can be configured to improve the trajectory mechanics of individuals utilizing the modified basketball rim to practice their shooting.

Abstract: The system and method of the present invention provides for realistic, live on live with webcams, interactive, golf lessons from a golf professional who is located at a distance from the golfer. The lesson experience is enhanced by providing tools to the professional for annotating the lesson both verbally and visually, as well as by providing for the recording of the lesson and later playback of same, with enhanced synchronization of audio/visual data streams.

Abstract: An electronic clipboard with an optional associated remote personal unit worn by a player. The clipboard can include a flat electronic unit with an optionally writeable flat display. The associated unit can be a wrist or other unit with a small display worn by a player. A protective cover can be pulled over the display to protect it during play. Plays from a library of plays, or plays written on the electronic clipboard, can be transmitted by radio to the remote personal unit and displayed. The electronic coach's clipboard that could store and recall images of plays that the coach could carry or have immediately available. Optionally real-time game photographs can be displayed on the coach's electronic clipboard.

Abstract: A method is generally described which includes providing training by altering a user's motional response includes directing a user to perform specified motions in accordance with a training sequence and detecting the user's motions, by a feedback sensor device, the motions associated with the user. The method also includes generating, by the control program, control data based on the data representative of the detected motions and the training sequence. The control program is configured to receive data representative of the detected motions and to receive the training sequence. The control program has a control algorithm configured to generate control data based on the data representative of the detected motions and the information. Further, the method includes running the control program by a controller configured to output control signals based on the control data.

Abstract: A system incentivizes people to engage in physical activity. A person's physical activity may be monitored over a period of time. Such monitoring may occur by using a sensing device carried or worn by the user. In the system, one or more thresholds for physical activity are established. Information tracked using the sensing device can be compared to the thresholds. A percentage of physical activity relative to the threshold can be translated to a reward established for the physical activity, and the percentage may be used to determine a reward value for an electronic device relative to a full available value. Rewards may include times or amounts. Time values may indicate durations during which particular activities or devices may be used. Amount values may indicate an amount of a battery charge, a number of communications, a currency value, or other values relative to use of an electronic device.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for translating gross human movement into electronic signals and therapeutic, training, or educational uses for the system. An exercising or video gaming system, comprising: a floor pad controller, and a striking controller. The floor pad controller having force sensor(s) and/or placement sensor(s) arranged in a pattern in the plane of a ground or floor. The striking controller having force sensor(s) and contact sensor(s) arranged in an curved grid between the outer layer of the striking controller and an inner core. Applying force to any sensor(s) in the floor pad controller or striking controller executes an action in response to an instruction from the exercising or video gaming system; and an inner core returnably coupled to a ground or floor of a room, so that the striking controller returns to an upright position after being struck by the user.

Abstract: Methods and systems for interpersonal coordination analysis and training are provided. In an example embodiment of a method for interpersonal coordination analysis and training, at least one physical action is selected to be performed. A leader subject is instructed to perform the at least one physical action in the presence of at least one follower subject. The at least one physical action of the leader subject is tracked. The at least one follower subject is instructed to mimic the at least one physical action of the leader subject. The at least one physical action of the at least one follower subject is tracked. Tracking data obtained from the tracking of the leader subject and the at least one follower subject is analyzed. From the analyzing of the tracking data, a responsiveness of the at least one follower subject to mimic the leader subject can be determined.

Abstract: Techniques for dynamic exercise content are described. In implementations, exercise content is provided that includes a variety of different selectable exercise segments that can be individually selected and played back to generate an exercise routine. For example, particular exercise segments can be selected based on user-specified exercise goals, the physical abilities of a particular user, based on various types of feedback, and so on. To assist in the selection of particular exercise segments, exercise segments can be individually tagged with descriptive information, such as using metadata tags. Embodiments can also provide a variety of different types of performance-related feedback to a user during an exercise routine.

Abstract: A physical activity instructional apparatus that enables at least audio instruction, detection of movement and audio feedback based on the detected movement during the performance of a sequence of positions or moves. Embodiments enable a human to learn a sequence of martial arts moves, dance steps, yoga positions, golf, tennis or baseball swing, or any other type of physical activity involving a sequence of positions or moves, for example while being prompted to perform the positions or moves in sequence. Embodiments may utilize a mobile device that includes at least an audio output and which then detects movement and then provides audio or tactile feedback based on that movement to inform the student as to the correct or incorrect performance, for example without requiring a visual display.

Abstract: A portable work capacities testing apparatus comprising a portable computer, a hub releaseably interconnected with the portable computer, a dynamic strength and lifting device releaseably interconnected with the hub, a hand grip strength device releaseably interconnected with the hub, a finger pinch strength device releaseably interconnected with the hub, a forearm/wrist strength device releaseably interconnected with the hub, a handling/proprioception device releaseably interconnected with the hub, a finger flexion device releaseably interconnected with the hub, a whole body coordination device releaseably interconnected with the hub, and a strength push/pull/lift device releaseably interconnected with the hub.

Abstract: The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, a computer-implemented athletic performance analysis method that includes obtaining, at a computer system, first motion data reflecting motion of a sporting device during one or more drills performed by an athlete. The method also includes creating and storing action data by identifying a plurality of portions of the motion data, where each of the portions correspond to one or more actions by the athlete; comparing the action data for the athlete, with the computer system, to corresponding aggregated action data for a plurality of other athletes to determine a relative skill level for the athlete with respect to the one or more actions; and generating data for a report that reflects the relative development level of the athlete.

Abstract: Physical movement of a human subject may be guided by a visual cue. A physical environment may be observed to identify a current position of a body portion of the human subject. A model path of travel may be obtained for the body portion of the human subject. The visual cue may be projected onto the human subject and/or into a field of view of the human subject. The visual cue may indicate the model path of travel for the body portion of the human subject.

Abstract: A mechanical ride safety system for automatically disabling a mechanical ride in response to a rider losing his/her grip on the ride. The mechanical ride safety system generally includes a gripping member that is grasped by a rider when the ride in in use. The gripping member includes a sensing member which is adapted to sense whether the gripping member is being grasped or has been released. A processing unit and transmitter are communicatively interconnected with the sensing member so that a signal may be transmitted when the gripping member is released. A receiver is communicatively interconnected with the control unit of the mechanical ride such that, upon receiving a signal indicating that the gripping member has been released, the control unit will automatically disable the mechanical ride to prevent injury to the rider.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for athletic performance and technique monitoring are disclosed. In one example, a sensor output is received associated with a movement of a user torso during a running motion. The sensor output is analyzed to identify an undesirable torso motion.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods for training players and sportsmen. The technical result is an increase in the effectiveness of training. The method for training players and sportsmen with a piece of sports equipment on a pitch includes carrying out the training on a pitch that is provided with controllable dynamic lighting. The dynamic lighting is used to establish permitted zones in which the sportsman must be found, holding the piece of sports equipment. Further, the position, shape and area of the permitted zones are altered at random for the sportsman. The development of the sportsman's skill and the effectiveness of training are judged according to the sportsman's ability to stay in the permitted zones, holding the piece of sports equipment.

Abstract: An apparatus, method, and system for jump rope training is disclosed, comprising at least one jump rope, at least one RFID device associated with the at least one jump rope, at least one RFID reader antenna, at least one RFID reader, and at least one coaching device.

Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for gathering data from a horse and rider and providing training to the rider are provided. In one aspect, for example, a method of training an equestrian rider can include performing a ride by an equestrian rider on a horse, and obtaining ride data from the ride, the ride data including video, inertial measurements, rider joint, head, torso, and/or limb information, horse joint, head, torso, and/or limb information, and at least one force measurement between the horse and the rider during the rider. The ride data can then be analyzed and at least one riding improvement to be made by the rider can be identified, and the at least one riding improvement to be made to the rider can be relayed to the rider to provide training for a subsequent ride.

Abstract: A call center system for coaching a player in judgmental aspects of an athletic sport or for practicing judgmental aspects of the sport includes a call center computer having a display and a memory. The system may also include a camera, a telephone, and a position locator system. Either the pictures stored in the memory or pictures taken with the camera are used to provide coaching or practice. Pictures of a golf course, golf course mapping data, or both are stored in a call center system. GPS data indicating the position of a golf ball on a golf course hole is used to provide either an overhead view of the hole and terrain features, pictures of the course at or near the location of the ball, or both, on a golf professional computer display.

Abstract: In a first aspect, a method is provided that includes the steps of (1) providing a monitor for determining a level of exercise performance performed by an exerciser and for outputting a signal representative of the performance level; (2) using the monitor to measure a level of exercise performance performed by an exerciser; (3) outputting from the monitor a signal representative of the performance level; (4) providing a video game having a character, the video game inputting and being responsive to the performance level signal output by the monitor, the video game using the performance level signal to control a performance level of the video game character; and (5) while the exerciser is not exercising, controlling a performance level of the video game character based on a performance level signal output by the monitor.

Abstract: A cognitive/multisensory stimulation system for assessing, profiling, training, and improving performance of athletes and other populations is provided. Cognitive/multisensory training can be provided by: establishing with an athlete a sensory semantic language for relating a number of sensory signals to corresponding possible actions, the sensory semantic language being essentially new to the athlete; instructing the athlete to perform an athletic exercise involving skills and full body movement; providing during exercise sensory signals to the athlete to require rapid discernment by the athlete of the semantic meaning of the sensory signal to correctly chose one possible action; and determining whether the athlete correctly responds to the selected sensory signal during said exercise. The system simulates sports scenarios during real sports actions by stimulating different perceptive-cognitive and motor mechanisms typically experienced by athletes during real competition.

Abstract: A method including the steps determining a workstation environment of a user, providing a first reminder to the user to perform a set of exercises after an interval of work, and instructing the user to perform the set of exercises after an acceptance, by the user, of the reminder to perform the set of exercises, the set of exercises tailored to the workstation environment of the user, wherein the instructions associated with the first set of exercises and the second set of exercises include a demonstration to the user to ensure the proper execution of the exercises by the user to help reduce the probability of a workstation injury. Furthermore, an associated system is also provided.

Abstract: A method of golf instruction utilizing a schematic represented by a plurality of vertical, diagonal and circular lines which demonstrate a preferred golf swing. A video recorder, processor and monitor can be used to record the golf swing of a student aligned within the schematic. Corrections to the students swing can be made based on the deviation from the schematic. Additionally, the flight path of the ball can be determined based upon the deviation from the schematic and the adjusted flight path can be displayed.

Abstract: Embodiments related to an interactive physical therapy experience are disclosed. One embodiment provides a computing device configured to receive, from an administrator client, an assigned exercise list comprising one or more assigned exercises to be performed by a user. The computing device is further configured to send, to a user client, one or more exercise modules, each of the exercise modules representing one of the assigned exercises. The computing device is further configured to receive prescription tracking data representing performance of the one or more assigned exercises by the user, and provide feedback to the administrator client based on the prescription tracking data.

Abstract: A device for developing and improving seated balance is described. The device can be used to develop seated balance that is beneficial for horseback riding, kayaking, and other sports where seated balance is required. Embodiments include a seated balancing device that includes a seat borne by a universal joint, the universal joint being borne by a support member. The universal joint provides a pivot point, and a seating surface resides within 7 inches of the pivot point. The universal joint enables the seat to have at least two rotational degrees of freedom, which permits the seat to tilt in multiple directions.

Abstract: The internet based training system creates an individualized training plan designed to achieve a particular training purpose and delivers the plan to the individual user or athlete via the internet. The training system includes a local user interface and a remote server accessed via the internet. The remote server includes a computer program and a number of databases containing team information, athlete information, exercise information and training programs associated with specific training purposes such as a specific sport or activity. An algorithm is used for determining the weight of each exercise to be performed for each period in the training cycle of a particular training program. The computer program automatically creates a specific training plan using information from the databases and the weight determined by the algorithm.

Abstract: The present invention provides systems and methods that measure and analyze a user's movement during a specific activity, then provide immediate, focused feedback as to how the user can modify the movement.

Abstract: A processing system includes a memory storing tasks that define a physical exercise and a target value. The tasks are divided into categories of training requirements, and each category is linked to a progress status indicator. The processing system determines a progress status and retrieves a task from a category corresponding to the progress status; instructs the user to carry out a physical exercise; acquires measurement data generated during physical exercise; compares information acquired from the measurement data with the target value. Upon determining, on the basis of the comparison that the user reached the target value, the processing system stores a task indicator to indicate that the task was completed the progress status of the user has increased sufficiently as a result of completing the task, the processing system raises the progress status of the user, and retrieves a subsequent task.

Abstract: A simple and practical clinical system and method to objectively assess and evaluate patient status and progress in different aspects of gait and functional performance is provided in which a complete functional clinical program that emphasizes the functional parameters relevant to gait or functional performance, such as walking, sit to stand (STS), standing, weight shifting ability, stair-climbing, the heel to toe gait pattern, symmetry in weight bearing, and adequate limb loading patterns is possible in the clinics and at home. An objective therapy regimen personalized to the patient is loaded into a handheld device to guide the patient through the exercises and to monitor compliance. Various forms of encouraging feedback are provided to the patient during the sessions. The therapy regimen may be updated remotely based on the patient's performance.

Abstract: A children's instructional floor exercise apparatus for developing physical, cognitive and social skills. The apparatus has a plurality of tiles that have an anatomy indicium and an independent tile orientation indicium. When the tiles are placed in a predetermined pattern and with each tile's orientation indicia indicating the same rotational orientation, the anatomy indicia correspond to a predetermined physical movement designed to exercise a specific muscle group and develop a specific physical skill. The apparatus may be provided with written instructions describing the desired tile pattern and physical movement. Multiple apparatus may be provided in a set so as to create an obstacle course of movements, with each obstacle designed to work with and complement other obstacles in the set to provide a well-rounded exercise routine.

Abstract: Every time a performance action is played with a performance appliance, a state of each performance action is detected. A degree of variations of the states of the performance actions is detected by using a variations sensor and a degree of skill of the performance action is judged and notified based on the result detected by the variations sensor.

Abstract: An integrated training system for articles of footwear is disclosed. Each article of footwear includes a set of physical characteristics associated with an athletic skill. A customized training program is provided with each article of footwear to provide custom tailored training for improving the particular athletic skill associated with the selected article of footwear.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable media for providing a physical training routine for a user are disclosed. One such method may include displaying a visual indicator indicating a movement to be completed by the user and determining whether the user completes the movement. The methods also include recording one or more characteristics of the movement and providing feedback to the user based on the one or more characteristics.

Abstract: An embodiment of the present invention contemplates a martial arts kick training device that generally includes a belt, an elongated target that extends downwardly from the belt, and a foot plate. The elongated target comprises a pad, preferably thick and wide enough to fully absorb the force of a trainee's kicks, and a metal plate to which the pad is attached. The foot plate extends integrally from the metal plate and is adapted to be stepped upon by the sparring partner while training.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for interactive live webcam physical activity classes. A system analyzes each live video stream of physical activity learning sent from web cams to a user interface. The user interface is associated with a webcam that sends a live video stream of physical activity instruction to user interfaces associated with the web cams. The system sends the analysis of one of the live video streams of physical activity learning to a corresponding web cam.

Abstract: A rehabilitation coaching method and a rehabilitation coaching system are provided. The method includes setting an exercise rhythm according to personalized exercise rhythm data for the user, and outputting the exercise rhythm to coach the user to do a rehabilitation exercise. The method also includes obtaining a total oxygen consumption rate according to the profile of the user, the time of doing the rehabilitation exercise and the exercise rhythm, and obtaining an exercise intensity according to the resting heart rate of the user and an average heart rate of the user during the rehabilitation exercise. The method further includes obtaining a recommended exercise rhythm according to the exercise intensity and the total oxygen consumption rate, and updating the personalized exercise rhythm data for the user according to the recommended exercise rhythm.

Abstract: A device for assessing and display of a difference in vectors of forces exercised by a pair of arms or legs of exercising persons, e. g. patients suffering from a damage of the musculoskeletal or nervous system or sportsmen comprises a housing (1) with preferably two means (2) for a participation with a pair of limbs—arms or legs, wherein the means (2) are designed in various ways with the purpose to allow proper participation with the treated pair of limbs in an individual exercise, and are arranged on bearings (3) within the housing (1), further comprising a microcontroller (8) and optionally a computer (13), the Internet (14) for connection to an expert centre (15). Each means (2) is connected with a means (4) for the measurement of forces (F).

Abstract: In a first aspect, a method is provided that includes the steps of (1) providing a monitor for determining a level of exercise performance performed by an exerciser and for outputting a signal representative of the performance level; (2) using the monitor to measure a level of exercise performance performed by an exerciser; (3) outputting from the monitor a signal representative of the performance level; (4) providing a video game having a character, the video game inputting and being responsive to the performance level signal output by the monitor, the video game using the performance level signal to control a performance level of the video game character; and (5) while the exerciser is not exercising, controlling a performance level of the video game character based on a performance level signal output by the monitor.