Abstract: A strength training machine includes a first bracket, a second bracket and a first connection assembly, in which a cavity of a first end of the first bracket and a cavity of a first end of the second bracket are provided with a counterweight mechanism, a bottom of the first end of the first bracket and a bottom of the first end of the second bracket are provided with a first sliding pad or wheels, and at least two foot pads, a side wall of the first end of the first bracket and a side wall of the first end of the second bracket are provided with a second sliding pad or wheels; the first connection assembly includes a connection handle, a second end of the first bracket and a second end of the second bracket are connected through the connection handle.

Abstract: A multifunctional chair includes a support body, a telescopic structure, a seat body and a pedal assembly. The pedal assembly includes a fixing rod, a movable rod, an operating element and an elastic resistance element. The telescopic structure is connected with the support body, and the telescopic structure can be operated to move telescopically relative to the support body. One end of the fixing rod is fixed to the support body. The movable rod is movably connected with the fixing rod. The operating element is located at the end of the movable rod. Two ends of the elastic resistance element are respectively connected to the support body and the fixing rod. When the movable rod and the fixing rod are rotated toward the ground by pressing the operating element, the elastic resistance element can provide elastic resistance accordingly, so that the user can perform related muscle training exercises.

Abstract: A golf swing training device having components that may be worn by a user during a golf swing. The device may include a belt portion, a stretchable connecting member, and a glove, which is worn on a user's leading hand when swinging a golf club. The glove may include a harness that wraps around a user's hand. To use the golf swing training device, a user fastens the belt around their midsection so that it is snug. One end of the connecting member may be attached to the belt at the appropriate attachment point and the other end may be attached to the glove or harness. As the user begins their backswing, the connecting member stretches and provides resistance to the hand. The stretched connecting member promotes proper club head alignment in the backswing and forward swing.

Abstract: Connecting straps for use for example in sports activities and methods of attaching the connecting straps. In one example, a connection strap system includes a connecting strap and a peg strap configured to be attached to the connecting strap. An example of the connecting strap includes (a) a sleeve of webbing having a first end and a second end and having a loop at each end, each loop having a base and a free end, (b) disposed within the sleeve of webbing, a band of elastic material extending in a continuous loop, and (c) an attachment strap, adjacent each loop, configured to secure a portion of the band to the webbing at the base of each loop. In some cases, the band has a solid, polygonal cross-sectional shape. The peg strap has a peg-loop at each end.

Abstract: Connecting straps, for use for example in sports activities, include (a) a sleeve of webbing having a first end and a second end and having a loop at each end, each loop having a base and a free end, (b) disposed within the sleeve of webbing, a band of elastic material extending in a continuous loop, and (c) an attachment strap, adjacent each loop, configured to secure a portion of the band to the webbing at the base of each loop. In some cases, the band has a solid, polygonal cross-sectional shape.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus having an upper body portion and a lower body portion, the upper and lower body portions positionable in a substantially horizontal position to accommodate a user in a kneeling position. A connector connects the upper and lower body portions. First and second resistant members are attached to the one or both of the upper and lower body portions. The body portions can be movable between a closed folded position and an open position.

Abstract: To be capable of efficiently transmitting appropriate information on the motion improvement to a person in motion. A motion evaluation system includes a sensor unit, an information processing device, and an information presentation device. The information processing device includes a communication device, a storage device, and an arithmetic device.

Abstract: An assist device includes a first body-worn unit that is worn on at least shoulders or a chest of a user; a second body-worn unit that is worn on each of right and left legs or a waist of the user; a belt body provided to extend along a back side of the user, from the first body-worn unit to the second body-worn unit; an actuator provided in the first body-worn unit or the second body-worn unit and allows a part of the belt body to be reeled and unreeled; a battery configured to supply electricity to the actuator; and a controller configured to control the actuator. When a remaining charge level of the battery has decreased to a predetermined set value, the controller executes a vibrating motion process of causing the actuator to perform a vibrating motion of intermittently repeating reeling of a minute amount of the belt body.

Abstract: A yoga band is configured with a retainer band loop for donning around a hand, wrist or foot and both an inner pose strap and an outer pose strap that may be elastic to enable stretching and holding of poses. The inner pose strap and an outer pose enable different levels or extensions for performing yoga poses, or a progressive stretching from the outer pose strap to the inner pose strap, for example. A yogi may extend the outer pose strap initially, as it may extend further than the inner pose strap, and therefore may be easier to reach and hold the yoga pose. As the yogi progresses, they may extend the inner pose strap which is shorter in length, thereby achieving a greater stretch. The inner and outer pose straps are coupled with a retainer strap component of the retainer band loop to provide a secure support.

Abstract: An exercise chair allows a user to obtain physical exercise at his or her desk or other workplace. An exemplary exercise chair may include a frame, including a base, an angled section angled upward from the front of the base, and a back support extending upward from the rear of the base; a seat support rotatably connected to the angled section; and at least one resistance element connected to a rear portion of the seat support and to the back support.

Abstract: An abdominal exercise device includes a frame comprising top, middle, and bottom frame sections. The middle frame section has a curved shape for creating a teeter-totter movement during exercise. The device includes a headrest connected to the bottom frame section, a plurality of connectors for connecting elastic bands to the frame, and an elastic band connected to at least two connectors. The two ends of the elastic band are connected to two straps. The device creates the teeter-totter movement to exercise the abdominal muscles in response to a person lying down in supine position with the back of the head on the headrest and the feet in the two straps, the person applying a downward pressure with the feet to the straps to move the headrest from a resting position, and the person removing the downward pressure to allow the headrest to go back to the resting position.

Abstract: A footrest device includes a base portion adapted to be switched between a first position and a second position. The base portion includes a first surface having a curved profile, wherein the first surface provides foot support to a user when the base portion is in the first position. The base portion also includes a second surface having a planar profile, wherein the second surface provides foot support to the user when the base portion is in the second position. The base portion further includes a pair of side surfaces extending between the first surface and the second surface, wherein at least one of the pair of side surfaces defines an indentation. The footrest device also includes at least one limit stop projecting from the first surface of the base portion, wherein the at least one limit stop is disposed proximate at least one of the pair of side surfaces.

Abstract: A physical training system includes a belt having a belt attachment member and a first band attachment loop for an elastomeric belt. The belt attachment member is moveably positioned on the belt and at least partially encircles the belt. The belt attachment member comprises a first portion and a second portion, the first portion extending completely across a width of the belt on the outer side of the belt, and the second portion extending at least partially across the width of the belt on the inner side of the belt. The first band attachment loop is moveably connected to the belt attachment member. The elastomeric band extends through the first band attachment loop. A foot coupling includes at least one flexible strap and a second band attachment loop. The elastomeric band extends between the foot coupling and the belt attachment member.

Abstract: A fitness chair for utilizing exercise resistance bands for a safe full body workout is disclosed. The fitness chair includes a chair frame having a seat member and a backrest member; a first hollow member coupled to the chair frame, the first hollow having a first exercise resistance band passing therethrough; a base frame engaging with the chair frame via one or more chair legs, the base frame having a second hollow member and a third hollow member running parallel therebetween, the second hollow member having a second exercise resistance band passing therethrough, and the third hollow member having a third exercise resistance band passing therethrough.

Abstract: An exercise machine tension device securing system for safely and efficiently securing selectable biasing members to an exercise machine. The exercise machine tension device securing system generally includes an exercise machine including a frame and a carriage movably positioned on the frame. A plurality of tension devices may be connected to the frame at one end; with the other end being removably connected to the carriage by a selection device. The selection device may include a plurality of slots for removably receiving one or more of the tension devices to secure the tension devices selectively to the carriage. A securing member movably connected to the selection device includes projections adapted to selectively enclose the slots so as to secure the tension devices within the slots of the selection device.

Abstract: Some embodiments include an outer tube, a pivot structure, an inner tube, a rotational element, and a central rod. The pivot structure perpendicularly intersects the outer tube at a midpoint of the outer tube. The inner tube is coaxially within the outer tube. A first portion of the inner tube is within the outer tube on one side of the pivot structure. A second portion of the inner tube is within the outer tube on another side of the pivot structure. The rotational element couples to the pivot structure, rotates about an axis of the pivot structure, and interfaces with the first and second portions of the inner tube to cause rotation of one portion of the inner tube in a first rotational direction to counter-rotate the other portion of the inner tube in a second rotational direction. The central rod is within the inner tube and translates axially.

Abstract: A method, system, apparatus, and/or device for supporting a plantar flexion ridge. The method, system, apparatus, and/or device may include: a sheath; a stretch cord extending along an interior of the sheath from a first end of the sheath to a second end of the sheath; a first buckle attached to a first end of the stretch cord; a first sleeve configured to cover at least a portion of the first end of stretch cord; a second buckle attached to a second end of the stretch cord; and a second sleeve configured to cover at least a portion of the second end of stretch cord.

Abstract: An exercise machine storage system for safely storing various objects of an exerciser while the exerciser is performing exercise moves on an exercise machine. The exercise machine storage system generally includes an exercise machine including at least one rail, a carriage, and a pair of end platforms positioned at or near the respective ends of the exercise machine. The carriage is movable along a portion of the at least one rail. A pair of storage receptacles is connected to the exercise machine at or near its respective ends, such as underneath the end platforms. An exerciser may safely secure various objects within one or both of the storage receptacles while performing various exercise moves, with the objects being close enough to the exerciser such that the exerciser may hear any sounds, see any illumination, and/or feel any vibrations emitted by such objects while exercising.

Abstract: An exercise machine with adjustable platforms for adjusting the angular orientation of one or more end platforms and/or carriage platform to allow for a wide range of exercise moves. The exercise machine includes a rail to which a carriage is movably connected and a first end platform connected to an end of the rail. The carriage includes a platform which may be adjusted between a level position in which the platform is laid flat and a raised position in which the platform is at an angular incline. The first end platform may similarly and independently be adjustable between the level position in which the first end platform is laid flat and a raised position in which the first end platform is at an angular incline. In some embodiments, the exercise machine may include a second end platform which is similarly adjustable between a level position and a raised position.

Abstract: A digitally enhanced exercise system includes a proximal section comprising a first structural member and a platform; a distal section comprising a second structural member and an interface, wherein the interface is attached to the second structural member by a mount; a spine that is spans between the first structural member and the second structural member; a carriage configured to move in a single axis along the spine; a tension system, wherein the tension system is capable of resisting the carriage from moving; a sensor array arranged so as to detect changes in weight on the carriage; and a processor. Other aspects are also described and claimed.

Abstract: A portable exercise apparatus in the shape of a square having a handle at either side, which handles are arranged rotatable on spindles such that the user can impart movement on said apparatus without changing his/her grip.

Abstract: A sports swing muscle memory development device comprising attachment components, connection components, and resistance components to enable the development of swing relationship. Further embodiments allow for an adjustable swing relationship to further enhance the effectiveness of the sports swing muscle memory development device.

Abstract: A handgrip exerciser device has two pivotally interconnected arms. Each arm has a first end region, a central region and a second end region. Each arm has at its first end region a hand grip. The central region forms a pivot pin receiving area. A pivot pin extends between the two arms enabling the arms to be rotatably connected together. Each arm having at its second end region a mounting portion. A resistance element providing a resistive force against rotational movement of the arms and having first and second ends. A first arm mounting portion supports the first end of the resistance element providing element. A second arm mounting portion supports the second end of the resistance element. An adjustment element adjusts the resistive force applied by the resistance element to the rotation of the two arms around the pivot pin.

Abstract: An exercise machine with resistance selector system for selecting the number of bias members applying a resistance force against a movable platform. The exercise machine with resistance selector system generally includes one or more switches which are connected to the movable platform. Each of the one or more switches is adapted to engage or disengage a corresponding latch. When engaged, the latch will connect a corresponding bias member to the movable platform. When disengaged, the latch will disconnect a corresponding bias member from the movable platform. In this manner, an exerciser may easily adjust the number of bias members connected to the movable platform so as to adjust the resistance force applied against movement of the movable platform along a rail.

Abstract: A tension device for securing a floating structure includes an elastic member, first and second end members, and an inelastic member. The elastic member is stretchable under tension from an unstretched length to a stretched length. The first and second end members are carried at first and second ends of the elastic member, respectively. The inelastic member is secured to the first and second end member and limits the stretched length of the elastic member. First and second restrictive apertures are limited in diameter by first and second sewn portions of the inelastic member, respectively. The first and second restrictive apertures prevent separation between the inelastic member and the first and second ends of the elastic member, when the tension device is loaded in tension.

Abstract: An exercise machine is disclosed. The exercise machine comprises a pancake motor. The exercise machine comprises a torque controller coupled to the pancake motor. The exercise machine comprises a high resolution encoder coupled to the pancake motor.

Abstract: A yoga band is configured with a retainer band loop for donning around a hand, wrist or foot and both an inner pose strap and an outer pose strap that may be elastic to enable stretching and holding of poses. The inner pose strap and an outer pose enable different levels or extensions for performing yoga poses, or a progressive stretching from the outer pose strap to the inner pose strap, for example. A yogi may extend the outer pose strap initially, as it may extend further than the inner pose strap, and therefore may be easier to reach and hold the yoga pose. As the yogi progresses, they may extend the inner pose strap which is shorter in length, thereby achieving a greater stretch. The inner and outer pose straps are coupled with a retainer strap component of the retainer band loop to provide a secure support.

Abstract: A Pilates machine tension device support system for efficiently providing a tension force to a movable platform of an exercise machine. The Pilates machine tension device support system generally includes a frame, a platform movably positioned upon the frame and a tension assembly connected between the frame and the platform to provide selective tension upon the platform in a first direction. The tension assembly is comprised of a plurality of pulleys and a plurality of tension devices positioned upon the pulleys, wherein the tension devices are attached between a frame and the platform. The tension members are selectively engaged to the platform to increase or decrease the tension applied to the platform for varying levels of workouts.

Abstract: An assistive stretching device worn by a user to reduce physical stress while lifting to aid another individual in stretching and method is disclosed. The device includes a belt sized to fit around the torso of the user, first and second pulleys supported on the belt, first and second wrist attachments; first and second ankle attachments; first and second cords threaded through corresponding pulleys with one end attached to corresponding ankle attachments and the opposite end attached to corresponding wrist attachments. The pulleys operate to change the direction of the lifting force, making it easier to lift and stretch the anterior aspects of the musculature of the individual rather than lifting dead weight. An attachment including a dual pulley system may replace the first and second pulleys and includes an arm supporting a pulley at each end and openings to provide leverage adjustments when attaching the arm to the belt.

Abstract: The portable exercise device is a physical training device. The portable exercise device is an elastic structure that generates a counterforce used to exercise muscles. The portable exercise device comprises a plurality of resistance bands, a plurality of supporting bars, and a plurality of carabiners. The plurality of carabiners attaches the plurality of resistance bands to the plurality of supporting bars. Each of the plurality of supporting bars is a rigid structure to which the plurality of resistance bands anchors. The plurality of supporting bars are manipulated to apply deformation forces to the plurality of resistance bands during the use of the portable exercise device. The plurality of resistance bands generates the counterforce used to exercise muscles as each of the plurality of resistance bands returns to the relaxed shape.

Abstract: Presented is a portable full body work out system for indoor and outdoor uses. The system includes a pair of mounts configurable over an intended surface, a pair of bracket assembles releasably mountable over the mounts, a strap with extending around one or more pulleys of one of the bracket assemblies and operatively connecting to a securing device, a resistance band releasably mountable around a retainer member of one of the bracket assemblies and another coupled to the securing device. The securing device is selectively operated during initial set up to allow the user to adopt to an appropriate position to connect an external exercising accessory to the strap for performing an exercise. The user is able to select the desired resistance for the exercise, or reduce the selected resistance, or combine resistances for even greater resistance by selecting appropriate resistance bands, and/or changing the tension applied on the strap.

Abstract: Various implementations include an assistive hamstring device including a belt, knee sleeve, first elastic strap, second elastic strap, and third elastic strap. The first elastic strap extends between a first dorsal belt portion of the belt located adjacent a sagittal plane on a dorsal side of the person and a lateral knee portion of the knee sleeve located adjacent a lateral side of the knee. The second elastic strap extends between a side belt portion of the belt located adjacent a coronal plane of the person and a medial knee portion of the knee sleeve located adjacent a medial side of the knee. The third elastic strap extends between a second dorsal belt portion of the belt located between the first and side belt portion and an intermediate dorsal knee portion of the knee sleeve located between the lateral and medial knee portion, along the dorsal portion of the knee.

Abstract: An adjustably tensioned, transverse-suspended elastic element exercise device is disclosed. The transverse element is suspended between rigidly mounted frame or arm elements and sized so as to enable full range of motion exercises. The tension and height of the transverse elastic member can be adjusted to accommodate varying exercise levels and positions. The assembly may include handgrips and attachments to augment workouts. Electronic adjustability, metrics, programmability and Internet connectivity enhance the user experience. A method of using the device is also disclosed.

Abstract: An exercise machine is disclosed. The exercise machine comprises a pancake motor. The exercise machine comprises a torque controller coupled to the pancake motor. The exercise machine comprises a high resolution encoder coupled to the pancake motor.

Abstract: Connecting straps, for use for example in sports activities, include (a) a sleeve of webbing having a first end and a second end and having a loop at each end, each loop having a base and a free end, (b) disposed within the sleeve of webbing, a band of elastic material extending in a continuous loop, and (c) an attachment strap, adjacent each loop, configured to secure a portion of the band to the webbing at the base of each loop. In some cases, the band has a solid, polygonal cross-sectional shape.

Abstract: A connectible component is connected to a housing. A sensor of the housing is utilized to detect an identity element of the at connectible component. The connectible component is identified utilizing the at least one sensor. In some implementations, identification of the connectible component may identify whether or not a connectible component is connected to the housing. In other implementations, identification of the connectible component may identify the type of connectible component that is connected. In such implementations, the housing may house an electronic device and the electronic device may be configured based on the type of connectible component that is connected.

Abstract: A coil spring anchor bar and carriage stop is disclosed for use in a reformer exercise apparatus to fasten ends of one or more coil springs extending from the movable carriage to the foot end of the reformer frame. The anchor bar and carriage stop includes an elongated metal plate having a longitudinally flat straight portion extending between first and second ends, a first longitudinally straight curved portion curved in a first direction and extending between and forming part of the first and second ends, and a second curved portion between the first and second ends curved in a direction opposite the first direction. A pair of spaced apart carriage stops extend orthogonally from the straight portion engage the movable carriage to maintain a predetermined minimum distance between the anchor bar and the carriage when the anchor bar is supported from the foot end of the reformer frame.

Abstract: An exercise machine with resistance selector system for selecting the number of bias members applying a resistance force against a movable platform. The exercise machine with resistance selector system generally includes one or more switches which are connected to the movable platform. Each of the one or more switches is adapted to engage or disengage a corresponding latch. When engaged, the latch will connect a corresponding bias member to the movable platform. When disengaged, the latch will disconnect a corresponding bias member from the movable platform. In this manner, an exerciser may easily adjust the number of bias members connected to the movable platform so as to adjust the resistance force applied against movement of the movable platform along a rail.

Abstract: The disclosed inventive concept provides an orthopedic exercise apparatus for accommodating a wheelchair-bound user and allowing the user to perform low-load prolonged stretching without getting out of his or her existing wheelchair. The apparatus includes a base having a top sheet and a bottom sheet secured thereto, and a T-shaped structure mounted to and extending perpendicular to the base. The T-shaped structure includes a stabilization post having an adjustable height and a cross-bar mounted to the top end of the stabilization post. The cross-bar is lowered onto the user's thighs in order to limit stretching to the user's knee or provide passive a dorsiflexion force to the ankle. The apparatus can be used in conjunction with a pulleyed weight station for treating knee flexion contractures or, alternatively, with a pair of ankle blocks removably fitted within the base for treating ankle plantar flexion contractures.

Abstract: An elastic band contains: multiple warps, multiple latex yarns, and plural latex threads which are interweaved so as to produce the elastic band. The multiple warps include a plurality of cloth layers formed on side surfaces and bottoms of the multiple warps respectively, and the multiple warps include multiple elastic layers arranged among the plurality of cloth layers individually. The multiple elastic layers are interweaved by the multiple warps, the multiple latex yarns, and plural latex threads. A sewing machine includes multiple frames and multiple steel buckles so that the multiple warps are inserted through multiple frames repeatedly, and the multiple warps, the multiple latex yarns and the plural latex threads are inserted through the multiple steel buckles repeatedly so as to produce the elastic band.

Abstract: This disclosure generally relates to a hammock strap. The hammock strap includes an elongated length of strap material that is separated into a first strap and a second strap. The first strap and the second strap are woven together at one or more separation points to form eyelets between the first strap and the second strap. The first strap and the second strap may be further divided to provide a wider area of strap material.

Abstract: A core strengthening assembly for performing core strengthening exercises includes a ball that may be positioned on a support surface. A harness is positioned around the ball and the ball rotates freely in the harness. A pair of pedals is each removably coupled to the harness. Each of the pedals may have one of a user's feet positioned thereon. In this way the user's feet are spaced from the support surface when the user performs core strengthening exercises.

Abstract: An exercise machine ergonomic handle system for providing hand-holds for the performance of exercises with reduced flexion and/or extension of the hand and wrist and reduced ulnar and/or radial deviation so as to reduce injury and allow application of full strength to the exercise machine. The exercise machine ergonomic handle system generally includes a longitudinally extending frame, a carriage that moves upon a first longitudinal portion of the frame, and at least one pair of ergonomic handles positioned on a second longitudinal portion of the frame. The ergonomic handles rotate about an axis to prevent flexion and/or extension, and can be positioned at a width and/or angle that reduces ulnar and/or radial deviation.

Abstract: A pet locator comprises an upper shell, a lower shell and a mainframe; the upper shell is connected with the lower shell to form an installation cavity. The mainframe is installed in the installation cavity; the left and right sides of the bottom of the lower shell are symmetrically provided with a hinged seat, and the hinged seat is hanged with a wearable piece, the hinge joint of the wearable piece and the hinged seat is provided with a torsional spring, one end of the torsional spring is jammed at the hinged seat, the other end of the torsional spring is jammed at the wearable piece; when the wearable piece is rotated by manpower, the torsional spring is rolled tightly, when the wearable piece is not rotated by manpower, the torsional spring is relaxed, and the back force of the torsional spring drives the wearable piece to rotate back.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus with an adjustable rotating element around which a force transferring material wraps either clockwise or counterclockwise to provide bidirectional rotational resistance for exercising. The force transferring material is preferably guided to remain in close proximity to the rotating element while wrapping around the rotating element.

Abstract: An exercise machine tension device securing system for safely and efficiently securing selectable biasing members to an exercise machine. The exercise machine tension device securing system generally includes an exercise machine including a frame and a carriage movably positioned on the frame. A plurality of tension devices may be connected to the frame at one end; with the other end being removably connected to the carriage by a selection device. The selection device may include a plurality of slots for removably receiving one or more of the tension devices to secure the tension devices selectively to the carriage. A securing member movably connected to the selection device includes projections adapted to selectively enclose the slots so as to secure the tension devices within the slots of the selection device.

Abstract: A suspension trainer including a handle system comprised of a ring element and a removable strap element.

Abstract: An exercise machine for performing dip exercises, having: a stationary main frame; first and second mounting brackets connected to the stationary main frame; first and second dip handle assemblies connected to the mounting brackets, each dip handle assembly having a first exercise arm, a first stop plate, and a first arm mount hub, wherein the first and second dip handle assemblies are each configured to be converted between an exercise position and a storage position while connected to the exercise machine.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus for targeting the hip muscles is disclosed. The apparatus consists of a plurality of supports, a footboard, and a belt wherein elastic bands may be attached to the belt and to the base supports to provide resistance. The apparatus is fully adjustable for targeting muscles of interest, and collapsible for ready transport. Adjustable handles are optionally provided to maintain user stability and thus maximize the effectiveness of the exercise. A method of using the exercise equipment is also provided.

Abstract: A passive-type treadmill is disclosed which includes a closed-loop belt rolling around a first and a second roller for providing a running platform, the first and second rollers being space apart, a resistance wheel contacting the first roller for providing resistance to the rotation of the first roller, the resistance wheel being capable of rotating around a shaft, and a spring urging the shaft and thus the resistance wheel against the first roller.