Abstract: A weightlifting belt hook to support additional weight during weight training. The apparatus is attached to the user's weightlifting belt via a hook and holds disk weights generally at the level of the thighs. A downwardly extending stabilizing member configured to extend over the pelvic area and provide an opening extends from the hook, and a weight supporting member extends upwardly and away from the bottom of the downwardly extending stabilizing member. Exercise disk weights are placed over the weight supporting member and rest near the bottom of the weight supporting member.

Abstract: A weighted resistance device worn across and around personal foot coverings comprising a forward positioned weight containment pouch; a rear positioned weight containment pouch impermanently and adjustably attached to said forward positioned weight containment pouch; and a foot affixation band attached to said forward positioned weight containment pouch, said band substantially positioned circumferentially about the top, bottom, left and right sides of a foot-worn article.

Abstract: A rubber compound comprising any raw rubber, from about 5% to about 75% by weight, and a zinc oxide dispersion, from about 25% to about 95% by weight. The specific gravity of the compound is within the range from about 1.4 gm/cc to about 3.4 gm/cc. The resulting material is a soft, pliable and flexible rubber with a relatively high specific gravity. Further, the compound is non-toxic, containing no known hazardous ingredients. The compound is a good alternative to metallic weights or metallic-filled rubbers currently used in the fields of sporting goods, exercise equipment, rehabilitation equipment, and any other manufacturing arenas.

Abstract: A pelvic extension frame for removable attachment to the waist. The pelvic extension frame comprises a yoke having a first end, a second end, a medial aspect and a longitudinal axis. A harness is connected to the medial aspect of the yoke. A first coupling is connected to the first end of the yoke. The first coupling has a first pivot and a first mount. The first pivot is pivotable about the longitudinal axis. A second coupling is connected to the second end of the yoke. The second coupling has a second pivot and a second mount. The second pivot is pivotable about the longitudinal axis.

Abstract: Disclosed and claimed are cap (120), skullcap (200), hat (270), and hat insert (350) devices comprising a weight-increasing layer, such as an elastomeric weight layer (114, 214, 350, 414, 454, 514). The elastomeric weight layer (114, 214, 350, 414, 454, 514) is comprised of an elastomer and weighted bodies. In some embodiments the weight-increasing layer is shaped to conform to the crown of the head of a person wearing headwear of the present invention. In other embodiments a weighted component fits within a hat. Other forms of the weight-increasing layer include a double-walled bladder structure (700), shaped to conform to a person's head, into which weighted material is added. Exercise with such devices serves to increase the bone strengthening weight stress experienced by the wearer's spinal column and to encourage the wearer to maintain an improved, healthier posture.

Abstract: A safety strap for lifting barbells and dumbbells includes a wrist strap which is wrapped around and secured to the wrist of a user. A tongue is attached to said wrist strap which extends toward an open palm of a hand of the user. The tongue has a plurality sleeves which may receive a lifting hook member. The lifting hook member has a central portion and a pair of hooks. Each hook has a connection point located on a line of pull, an angled portion extending inwardly away from said line of pull and closer to the palm of a user, a downwardly extending portion, and an arcuate portion having an approximate midpoint positioned on said line of pull. With this arrangement, a bar positioned on the pair of hooks will remain at the approximate midpoint of said arcuate portions when lifted by said pair of hooks.

Abstract: A weight-lifter bench is equipped with a removable body support pad having a multiplicity of body support cavities in the pad upper surface. These cavities mate with rear surfaces of the person's head and torso when the person is in a lithotomy position, e.g. when the person is performing a weight-lifting activity using the bench. The cavity surfaces conform to the body surface contours, such that essentially the entire rear surface of the person's torso is in contact with the pad. The pad provides a comfortable support surface, and an enhanced body support action that tends to minimize the potential risk for injury or fatigue.

Abstract: An orthopedic shoulder weight halter and corresponding weight(s) are described which allow one or more weights to be attached to shoulder straps by fastening material strips. Fourteen points of adjustment in the halter allow for a universe of different torso sizes. The harness possesses two shoulder straps, two front support straps, a waist strap, a chest strap, an upper back/chest strap, four double-D rings and two quick release buckles. The harness and the weight(s) can be easily put on or taken off of the wearer.

Abstract: A therapeutic weighted collar designed to provide more stable and evenly distributed weight than currently available devices.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for aligning a person's center of gravity over the base of support using a weighted garment or orthotic are herein provided. These methods and apparatuses are particularly suited to individuals suffering from various balance or neurological disorders. The methods described herein involve the use of body positioning and perturbation techniques. These methods may be manual, computer assisted, or some combination thereof. In some variations, video recording equipment or other electronic equipment is used. The apparatuses of the present invention comprise a variety of weighted garments or orthotics. These garments or orthotics may take on any number of configurations. In some variations, the weighted garment or orthotic is a vest, in other variations, the weighted garment or orthotic is a brassiere, corset, shoulder pad, undergarment, belt, seating device to be used in combination with a wheelchair, tee shirt, body suit, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A training method and apparatus for athletes that separates running into vertical and horizontal components. The athlete is positioned on a horizontal component training device in an upright position. The athlete contacts the horizontal component training device at a leg pad, a mid-torso location, and an upper torso location. The athlete sequentially trains for acceleration at least the hip flexor and the hip extensor muscles of each leg supramaximally against the leg pad through a sports specific motion. The athlete also sequentially trains the stretch-shortening cycle of at least the hip flexor and the hip extensor muscles of each leg supramaximally against the leg pad through a sports specific motion to train the stretch shortening component of hip flexion and hip extension. Training for acceleration is preferably against hydraulic resistance and training the stretch-shortening cycle is preferably against isotonic resistance.

Abstract: The weight training device 10 has removable weights 40, 42, 44, 46 to change the total weight added to the hockey stick 66 to adapt to the skills and capabilities of a player. Pockets 32, 34, 36, 38 are formed in the weight training device 10 to hold the weights 40, 42, 44, 46 along the rectangular sides 75, 77 of the hockey stick 66. A compressible membrane flap 48 is attached to retain the weights 40, 42, 44, 46 in the pockets 32, 34, 36, 38 and to provide some adhesion to the hockey stick 66 to prevent the device 10 from moving on the hockey stick 66.

Abstract: A weighted exercise collar for providing weight resistance during exercise routines. The exercise collar comprises a curved hollow body portion for receiving weight ballast and a pair of handles extending from a front surface for grasping by a user for placing the collar on and lifting the collar from the shoulders.

Abstract: The invention relates to a weight lifting apparatus which provides for the center of gravity of a weight to be maintained below the point where the apparatus is gripped by a user, as the user raises and lowers the apparatus. The center of gravity of the weight is thus maintained centered about the user's body, which improves the user's control of the weight and improves efficiency of the exercise. In one embodiment the weight lifting apparatus comprises a frame having a handle disposed thereon; and a member extending from the frame for attaching one or more weights thereto, the member being substantially co-planar with the frame; wherein the handle swivels about its longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A weight belt dimensioned and configured for wear on the waist of a user which includes a band having first and second axial extremities and first and second sides. The weight belt includes first latching means disposed on a first axial extremity on the first side and second latching means disposed on the second axial extremity on the second side. The first and second latching means are dimensioned and configured for mating engagement with the second side overlapping the first side. The belt includes a plurality of pockets of substantially uniform size and shape on the second side, each of the pockets, when the belt is installed on the waist of a user, being substantially equidistant from each adjacent pocket. This is true for each pocket throughout the entire circumference of the torso of the user in the preferred embodiment.

Abstract: The invention relates to apparatus 1 for exercising the pelvic floor muscles of a female (not shown) comprising a hollow body 2 adapted to be inserted into a vagina and defined by a plurality of separable parts 3, 4, two in the embodiment, there being support means 5 of the body adapted to receive at least one of a set of weights 6, the arrangement being such that the weight of the body 2 is variable depending on the number of weights, from zero to N, where N (four in the embodiment) is the number of weights in the set, for providing exercise of the pelvic floor muscles of a user. The two body parts 3, 4 are each moulded from physiologically acceptable plastic, are cup shaped and have interengagable screw threads 7 for joining the parts 3, 4 together to form the body 2, and by which the parts 3, 4 are separable by unscrewing.

Abstract: Persons in the elderly population, those with low bone mineral density and those at risk for or who suffer from osteoporosis are in need of resistance training with weight-bearing and can receive the benefits of resistance training with weight-bearing by wearing a jacket with weight inserted into the weight-bearing pockets while walking or performing routine daily activities. The novelty of the pockets is in their 45 degree angle and placement. The jacket provides the benefits of weight-bearing with resistance training which can help with the ailments associated with aging, decrease or stop the loss of bone volume density associated with osteoporosis, increase muscle coordination, increase muscle mass and improve balance.

Abstract: A weightlifting belt hook to support additional weight during weight training. The apparatus is attached to the user's weightlifting belt via a hook and holds disk weights generally at the level of the thighs. A downwardly extending member extends from the hook, and a weight supporting member extends upwardly and away from the bottom of the downwardly extending member. Exercise disk weights are placed over the weight supporting member and rest near the bottom of the weight supporting member.

Abstract: Dumbbell/barbell with a bar and a plurality of weights mounted on the bar, with the bar passing through openings in the weights and each of the weights being formed in sections which are hinged together and can be separated for disengagement from the bar.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a weight on a supine person's abdomen for performing abdominal exercises, including a base and a platform removably resting on the base. The platform has at least one depression for receiving a curl barbell, a straight barbell, and/or dumbbells. Optionally, pegs may extend from the platform surface for maintaining the position of a stack of disc weights laid on top of the platform. Optionally, the platform under surface has resilient palm pads for the user to aid in stabilizing the apparatus while in use. The base has a curved underside with padding and rests on the user's abdomen. A unitary embodiment is a rigid plate. A two-part embodiment has a foundation with a tray and a pedestal that sits in the tray. Optionally, the curved wings extend from sides of the base down around the sides of the user's abdomen. Pins in holes position the platform on top of the base. Optionally, a removable latch secures the platform to the base.

Abstract: A weight vest (10) comprising a front portion (14) and a back portion (50). The front portion (14) is attachable to the back portion (50) in a shoulder region by a primary fastening system (24/66). The amount of surface area of the primary fastening system (24/66) may be varied to adjust to the torso length of the wearer. A secondary fastening system (26/68) may also used to attach the front portion (14) to the back portion (50). A plurality of weights (36) having a cylindrical shape may be placed within sub-pockets (34) of a superior pocket (16a) and an inferior pocket (16b) on the front portion (14) and back portion (50) of the weight vest (10). A belt (52) comprising a superior lateral strap (54a) and an inferior lateral strap (54b) is coupled to the back portion superior pocket and back portion inferior pocket, respectively. The belt (52) is adapted to hold the weight vest (10) closely to the wearer's torso.

Abstract: A weighted garment having a plurality of pockets for insertably receiving and retaining weighted inserts or members, whereby the increased weight serves as resistance for exercising the wearer's limbs, torso, etc. The pockets are integral with the stretch material of the garment and a D-ring is installed on the belt of the garment for attachment with a pull or tugging cable. The pockets are reinforced and a separate arrangement of pockets may be releasably attached to the exterior surface of the garment.

Abstract: An exercise vest includes a plurality of weight receiving vest pockets, all disposed on the outer surface of the vest at locations spaced from the wearer's spine, shoulders and upper torso. Weight receiving modules are disposed in respective vest pockets and include individual pouches for receiving the weights. The module and vest each include at least one foam padding layer to provide at least two layers of such padding between the weights and the body of the wearer.

Abstract: The users weight is distributed evenly between the stomach bench, Multi-position handgrips, and the elbow braces while running or walking in an upright position on the manuel treadmill. Because of this even distribution, stress is diverted away from the ankles, knees,and hips of the user. Therefore lower impact. Lower impact means the user can push heavier than normal leg weights for resistance exercises. Lower impact also means possibilities for physical rehabilitation. Straps attached to the top of the main frame unit of the invention, hold and support the added leg weight bags that can be attached to the users legs. While the user, who is balanced between the stomach bench, multi-position handgrips, and elbow braces, can push the leg weight bags forward, all while in an upright running position.

Abstract: A durable weighted vest insert to produce a calming effect in users. The insert has a plurality of sealed compartments having weights in an anterior and posterior portion. Weight distribution is configured to provide a uniform and even pressure predominately over the upper muscles of the back and high on the pectoral muscles (i.e., an anterior and posterior shoulder girdle) when placed on a user and can be determined as a percentage of a user's body weight. The insert has mechanical fasteners such as pressure sensitive fastening materials, zippers, buttons, ties or hooks on an exposed surface. The invention can also include a vest having an interior surface comprising opposing mechanical fasteners placed corresponding to the fasteners of the insert whereby the insert can be incorporated and concealed within the vest.

Abstract: An exercise kit includes an article of clothing stitched together using strands of a metallic fiber, wherein the metallic fiber imparts a memory property to the article of clothing to cause dynamic tensioning and compressing when the article of clothing is deformed from an original shape through the natural extension and flexing actions of a user wearing the article of clothing.

Abstract: A squat exercising hook harness comprising a pair of generally parallel aligned bars interconnected and spaced by a joining member to accommodate the neck of a person therebetween. The aligned bars each include bends therein that define a base section and a chest section. The chest sections are spaced by the base sections from the joining member. The base sections define a base plane and the chest sections form an obtuse angle in combination with the base sections. Each free end of the chest sections has an upturned portion at the end. A T-member has a leg and a cross bar connected to a first end of the leg. A second end of the leg is connected to a midpoint of the joining member so that the T-member extends from the joining member in an inverted fashion and defines an angle between the range of 60 degrees to 120 degrees with the base plane.

Abstract: An exercise belt which includes resilient connectors which connect a back panel with overlapping front panels, said overlapping front panels containing compressible hemispherical protruding elements which apply localized pressure to the abdomen of the user.

Abstract: Weighted exercise gloves shaped like boxing gloves. The shape and distribution of the weight about the gloves allows the user to have resistance weight at the end of his arms without having to grip the weight. The weight is equally distributed across the hands and lower forearms, and there is no requirement to grip the weight of the gloves, thus stress on the wrists is minimized.

Abstract: Exercise weights and method, regarding belts, handweights, arm weights, ankle weights, and knuckles weights.

Abstract: An orthopedic shoulder weight halter and corresponding weight(s) are described which allow one or more weights to be attached to shoulder straps by fastening material strips. Fourteen points of adjustment in the halter allow for a universe of different torso sizes. The harness possesses two shoulder straps, two front support straps, a waist strap, a chest strap, an upper back/chest strap, four double-D rings and two quick release buckles. The harness and the weight(s) can be easily put on or taken off of the wearer.

Abstract: A pelvic extension frame for removable attachment to the waist. The pelvic extension frame comprises a yoke having a first end, a second end, a medial aspect and a longitudinal axis. A harness is connected to the medial aspect of the yoke. A first coupling is connected to the first end of the yoke. The first coupling has a first pivot and a first mount. The first pivot is pivotable about the longitudinal axis. A second coupling is connected to the second end of the yoke. The second coupling has a second pivot and a second mount. The second pivot is pivotable about the longitudinal axis.

Abstract: Athletic performance is enhanced based on methods and articles for customizing the mass addition characteristics of garments as appropriate to the desired athletic performance benefits sought. The enhancements can be explained and implemented by the analysis of specific components of balance associated with the body structure of the athlete. The customized mass addition may be achieved by a carrier mateable or insertable with the garment, or by integral manufacture of mass addition garments whose effectiveness is based on components of balance principles.

Abstract: A weightlifting apparatus includes a ring-shaped support frame adapted to rest on a base that holds a plurality of weights, with side edges of the weights adjacent side sections of the support frame. An interlock mechanism includes slide members on the support frame that are movable along the side sections, and interlock tabs on the weights that slide across grooves in the weights. The slide members are configured to cammingly engage one end of the interlocking tabs, such that as the slide members engage the tabs on one side of the weights, the interlocking tabs move into engagement with an opposite side of the weights. The slide members are interconnected by a flexible ring, and are configured to move in opposite directions to selectively engage pairs of the weights so that pairs of the weights are selectively secured to the support frame by the interlock mechanism.

Abstract: The present invention relates to exercise equipment, which is used during exercising in a small space, e.g., stretching before sports activities or finishing-up exercises after sports. It relates to portable discoid exercise equipment, which uses rotation weights to allow exercises by way of lightly swinging one or two hands. The portable discoid exercise equipment using rotation weights according to the present invention comprises a body of hollow discoid; a support axis fixed to the center of said body; and two or more of rotation means comprising respectively a rotation weight, rotating around the rim of the body along with the rotator, which is fixed to the end of the arm extending from the end of the rotator fixed to the support axis for rotation toward the rim of the body.

Abstract: A universal weighted exercise and resistance training garment, and a system thereof, to be worn by humans and non-humans, for body conditioning and training, and more particularly, a garment (with configurations of short sleeves or long sleeves, and short pants or long pants) with pouches for holding weight pads, said garment being constructed of a material that wicks moisture from the wearer and having a plurality of perpendicular, non-stretchable, fabric strips to provide immovable support for the weight pads, similar to a skeletal structure. Also disclosed is a related variety of conditioning components comprising weight pads held to a body by garments or straps, and worn by athletes for the purpose of weight resistance training. The variety of weight pads and garments can also be dimensioned for non-human use, such as horses and dogs for athletic training and exercise.

Abstract: A weighted cuff comprises a casing, a weight insert received in the casing, and a cylindrical spring clip embedded in the casing, the cylindrical spring clip imparting a desired shape to the casing and defining a slot extending along the length of the casing.

Abstract: The present invention is a weight vest including a shell constructed of a plurality of panels defining a front and a back. The front of the vest has a first side and a second side which are selectively connectable, such as with a zipper, a flap and/or one or more straps. The shell including first and second arm openings located opposite one another and a neck opening. The shell has an exterior and an interior, and a lower portion generally opposite the neck opening. A lining is connected to the shell and located at the interior thereof. At least one upper weight pocket is located at the interior of the shell adjacent one of the arm openings. At least one lower weight pocket is located at the interior of the shell near the lower portion of the shell. Each pocket includes an opening into which a weight may be placed, the opening selectively closeable for retaining said weight therein.

Abstract: Exercise weights and method, regarding belts, handweights, arm weights, ankle weights, and knuckles weights.

Abstract: A weight lifting system has a plurality of weighted disks each disk having an aperture in the center thereof. A barbell with ends each formed to receive the aperture of at least one of the weighted disks thereon and a hoisting belt connected to the barbell is provided. The weight lifting system further includes a connecting star having an aperture sized to fit around the barbell and wherein the hoisting belt is connected to the barbell using the connecting star and a connecting bar. The weight lifting system further provides that the connecting star has a plurality of various sized loops wherein the belt has a connecting bar sized to fit within those loops. A belt for lifting a barbell is provided wherein the belt has a flat portion and a connecting structure attached to each of those ends. The present invention also provides a method for lifting a barbell using a belt including the steps of connecting the belt to the barbell and the lifting the belt.

Abstract: A training method for athletes that separates running into vertical and horizontal components. The athlete is positioned on a horizontal component training device in an upright position. The athlete contacts the horizontal component training device at a leg pad, a mid-torso location, and an upper torso location. The athlete sequentially trains for acceleration at least the hip flexor and the hip extensor muscles of each leg supramaximally against the leg pad through a sports specific motion. The athlete also sequentially trains the stretch-shortening cycle of at least the hip flexor and the hip extensor muscles of each leg supramaximally against the leg pad through a sports specific motion to train the stretch shortening component of hip flexion and hip extension. Training for acceleration is preferably against hydraulic resistance and training the stretch shortening cycle is preferably against isotonic resistance.

Abstract: Weighted exercise gloves shaped like boxing gloves. The shape and distribution of the weight about the gloves allows the user to have resistance weight at the end of his arms without having to grip the weight. The weight is equally distributed across the hands and lower forearms, and there is no requirement to grip the weight of the gloves, thus stress on the wrists is minimized.

Abstract: Weighted exercise gloves shaped like boxing gloves. The shape and distribution of the weight about the gloves allows the user to have resistance weight at the end of his arms without having to grip the weight. The weight is equally distributed across the hands and lower forearms, and there is no requirement to grip the weight of the gloves, thus stress on the wrists is minimized.

Abstract: A universal resistance cross-training system is described which is adapted to direct a variety of resistance forces to robust portions of an exerciser's limb, while leaving hands and feet free for normal use. The system is based upon an arched cuff which provides both transverse compression sockets at either end and ratcheted channels following the outside surface of the cuff and extending between the two compression mounts. Resistance devices such as fins, elastics, weights, parachutes, floats and linkages are connected to the cuff via either the compression sockets or the ratcheted channel. The resistance forces are transferred from the resistance devices through the arch to the user's limbs.

Abstract: A leg exercise device adapted for use with an adjustable dumbbell independent of a weight bench. The leg exercise device includes a bracket with a central sleeve that receives the bar of an adjustable dumbbell. Weight plates are attached to one end of the dumbbell bar and secured by a locking collar, while the other end of the bar receives a locking collar to secure the bar within the sleeve. A pair of opposing side portions extend out from the central sleeve and a foot handle is rotatable attached to each side portion. The foot handles include a pair of spaced outwardly extending padded fingers that engage opposite sides of the user's foot. The leg exercise device may be used to do leg extensions or leg curls on a weight bench that does not have an attachment designed for that purpose. The foot handles rotate while leg extensions or leg curls are being done so that the weight resistance automatically adjusts throughout the eccentric and concentric phases of each exercise.

Abstract: The present invention includes a band for a person's limb or digit. The band has a body portion, at least one first strap portion extending in cantilever fashion from one side of the body portion toward another side of the body portion and at least one second strap portion extending in cantilever fashion from the another side of the body portion toward the one side of the body portion. The body and strap portions define an opening for receiving a limb or digit. The first and second strap portions flex when the band receives the limb or digit to securely and comfortably hold the band on the limb or digit. The band also includes at least one weight releasably securable to the body portion for increasing or decreasing the weight of the band.

Abstract: Sports shoes for training physical strength which are divided into the uppers, middle layer of a shoe sole, and the bottom sole, including: a rubber seat inserted at both sides and the back of the uppers; a high-elastic sponge adhered at bottom surface of the middle layer thereof; and, a plurality of holes widely distributed at the upper surface of the bottom sole, springs engaged in each hole, a first space and a second space shaped to the fore and the back of the bottom sole, metal tubes engaged with given intervals in the first and second spaces, and polyurethane charged between the metal tubes.

Abstract: A shoe sole has a resilient outsole including a weight for applying a larger-than-normal load to leg muscles. The outsole has a single recess bored on the upper surface thereof and extending in the lengthwise direction from a tow portion to a heel portion thereof. The recess has a similar outline to the outline of the outsole and a single weight is embedded in the recess. The single weight comprises a mixture of a resilient material and metallic grains and has a similar outline to the outline of the outsole. The weight is formed to be thin at the toe portion and thick at the heel portion.

Abstract: A variably-weighted exercise hoop includes a plurality of large hollow balls, a plurality of plugs corresponding to and received in the balls, and a cable extending through and securing together the combined balls and plugs. A fixed quantity of pellets is enclosed in each combined ball and plug, and that quantity is varied by the manufacturer to achieve hoops of different weights using only one mold, whereby users of different abilities can have suitable hoops. The pellets provide both audible and physical rhythms for a user as the hoop rotates.

Abstract: A piece of jewelry designed to adorn and decorate the pelvic region of a human female. The piece of jewelry comprises an anchor member which is worn within the vagina, a decorative charm and a connecting chain long enough to permit the decorative charm to lie outside the labia comfortably. The piece of jewelry is also an ornamental device which provides the wearer a means to exercise her pubococcygeus muscle.