Abstract: A muscle tension strap including a pair of elongated flat bands each formed of substantially non-resilient material. The pair of flat bands are affixed together at a plurality of intermediate points therealong to form a plurality of tandem loops. The plurality of intermediate points at which the pair of elongated flat bands are affixed together are in a range of four to seven. Portions of each flat band adjacent each end are affixed together in overlying relationship to form a final loop with a handle therein and the pair of flat bands have a length in a range of five feet to seven feet.

Abstract: An exercise device includes a body having at least one recess formed therein, the recess being configured and dimensioned to receive a finger of a user, and an elastic member removably disposed around a periphery of the body.

Abstract: A massage body-building device comprises a rod body; the rod body integrally formed with at least one massage body; the massage body having a plurality of noses; two ends of the rod body being formed with respective stops; each of two surfaces near two ends of the rod body being formed with a through hole and two embedding holes; two rollers engaged to the portions of the rod body near two ends of the rod body; two positioning sleeves installed at two ends of the rod body; each positioning sleeve having a through hole; two plugs for sealing the two positioning sleeves; and an elastic rope having two ends which are installed to the rod body. Each of two end surfaces of the rod body is formed with a projection; one end of each positioning sleeve has an inner annular ring; and one edge of the ring has a recess for receiving the projection of the rod body.

Abstract: A golf swing exerciser uses two lengths of resistance cords or tension elements connected to an exercising handle so that one of the cords extends to an upper resistance region on a back swing side of the exerciser and the other resistance cord extends between upper and lower resistance regions on a back swing side of the exerciser. The cord from the upper resistance region resists downward movement of an exercising handle from a back swing region, and the cord extending between the upper and lower resistance regions resists lateral movement of the handle into a hitting region. The combined resistance of both cords significantly increases as the handle moves into the hitting region.

Abstract: A portable exercise device having an elongated tube with a pair of bolsters or handles fixedly attached to each end thereof. A third pair of bolsters is positioned intermediate the ends of the elongated tube and is slidably mounted on the tube in a reciprocatory movement relative to the pairs of bolsters at each end of the tube. Resistance elements are connected between the third pair of bolsters and the tube to resist the pushing or pulling of the third pair of bolsters. The machine is used for exercising a person's inner and outer thighs, the leg and abdominal muscles. A stand is provided for supporting the exercise machine when performing a bun kick.

Abstract: A chest-developing exerciser is disclosed to include a retractable main shaft, a wheel pivotally provided at the bottom end of the main shaft, two handlebars respectively coupled to the top end of the main shaft at two sides, a support bar pivotally connected to a middle part of the main shaft, two foot bars bilaterally provided at the bottom end of the support bar remote from the main shaft, two holder frames respectively fixedly provided at the main shaft and the support bar, and spring members connected between the holder frames.

Abstract: A thigh exerciser includes a pair of horizontal first and second swing rods each having a pivot end portion connected pivotally to the seat member, and a thigh-engaging portion disposed outwardly of the seat member. The thigh-engaging portions of the first and second swing rods can be pressed toward each other. A biasing damper includes a piston disposed within an inner chamber in the pivot end portion of the first swing rod, a fluid filled within the inner chamber, and a resilient member for biasing the piston to move within the inner chamber in a first direction. The piston is connected to the pivot end portion of the second swing rod such that pivoting movement of the first and second swing rods toward each other is converted into movement of the piston within the inner chamber in a second direction opposite to the first direction.

Abstract: A sports apparatus provides a variable resistance to a user. A resilient panel can be adjusted for custom resistance. The resilient panel is provided with pulleys and cables arranged to deflect the panel when a user provides a force on the cable. The user can transmit force to the resilient panel by attaching a suitable exercise implement to the cable. The resilient can also be arranged as required by the type of exercise and for convenience.

Abstract: An exercise chair with a base frame with upright sides that support a pivoting backrest with a pivoting left arm and a pivoting right arm and a seat therein, with pivotally coupled leg members all that function sitting up or lying down. Each arm member has a reciprocating handle and each leg member has foot pegs. Resistance is provided to each member by being pivotally coupled to bidirectional resistance hydraulic cylinders. The rear side of the backrest has pivotally attached, laterally, telescoping arms, each supporting a floating pulley with a cable looped through it with one end of the cable connected to a system of pulleys with spring resistance, and the other end of the cable, having a handle that can be pulled by the users hands or extended to the feet.

Abstract: An oral exercise device that is portable, that has adjustable resistance and that allows the tongue to perform isotonic exercises in an environment that closely approximates the natural configuration of the tongue and the mouth to improve disorders of speech and swallowing.

Abstract: An exerciser includes a safety block having two through holes defined through the safety block and two cutouts defined in two opposite sides of the safety block, two elastic strings respectively extending through and securely received the two through holes of the safety block, two safety pads each provided to opposite sides of the safety block to securely connect to one end of the two elastic to allow an operator to work on thigh muscles and two rings connected to a corresponding one of the two safety pads to allow the operator to work on chest muscles.

Abstract: An exercise system includes a platform, a set of ankle holders connected to the platform by resistance (e.g., elastic) bands, and a leg support. A user can sit on the platform with her back supported by a back support (or fully reclined with her head/neck supported by a headrest) and with her legs supported by the leg support. After attaching the ankle holders to her ankles, the user can perform leg extensions as part of a cardiovascular and resistance workout. The leg support can be constructed so as to compress during each leg extension, thereby reducing knee strain and minimizing the potential for injury.

Abstract: A training device for figure skaters and other athletes includes an elongate bungee-type cord, and a clipping mechanism with two normally closed loops secured to one end of the cord. At the other end, the cord is secured to itself to form a loop designed to accommodate the user's wrist. With the loop on the wrist and with the other end of the cord secured to the skate or other footwear by the clipping mechanism, the user practices gliding, spinning, twisting, or jumping maneuvers. The elasticity of the cord is selected to provide a gentle tensile force that guides the relative positioning of the linked hand and foot as the maneuvers are performed, to positively reinforce the correct positioning for the maneuvers.

Abstract: A muscle exercising device includes a body with two pivotable members pivotably connected to two sides of the body and each pivotable member has an arm connected thereto. Each of the two pivotable members has a first pressing portions and a second pressing portion, both of the two pressing portions are in contact with two outsides of a resilient member connected between the two pivotable members. A sliding member is slidably connected to the body and the resilient member is connected to and movable together with the sliding member. The users pivot the two arms to compress the resilient member to exercise muscles.

Abstract: A golf swing exerciser uses two lengths of resistance cords or tension elements connected to an exercising handle so that one of the cords extends to an upper resistance region on a back swing side of the exerciser and the other resistance cord extends between upper and lower resistance regions on a back swing side of the exerciser. The cord from the upper resistance region resists downward movement of an exercising handle from a back swing region, and the cord extending between the upper and lower resistance regions resists lateral movement of the handle into a hitting region. The combined resistance of both cords significantly increases as the handle moves into the hitting region.

Abstract: An adjustment assembly for a universal exercising machine includes two blocks respectively adapted to have resilient rods to be mounted thereon and being movable relative to the frame and each block having a first pathway and a second pathway to respectively allow extension of an adjustment device and a securing bolt and nut combination and two adjustment disks to sandwich therebetween the two blocks. Each adjustment disk has two sets of openings respectively defined in two opposed sides of the adjustment disk and two passages respectively provided to communicate with one set of openings. Each opening has a dimension larger than that of the passage so that when the adjustment device is selectively received in the passage, the blocks are able to be moved relative to the frame.

Abstract: A sit up exercising apparatus has a seat assembly, an actuating bar The seat assembly has front leg, a cushioned seat and a rear leg. The actuating bar is attached pivotally to the seat assembly and provides an elastic force to assist a person using the sit up exercising apparatus and has multiple rollers. The rollers massage a person's back who is using the sit up exercising apparatus. Consequently, a person's backbone is not likely to be injured, and the exercising force can be adjusted to accommodate individual users based on their age or physical condition.

Abstract: A multi-stage adjustable spring resistant belly massager comprises a belly massaging pad, a push-pull rod, a resistance adjusting mechanism and two handle grips. The belly massaging pad rests on the human belly, the push-pull rod is mounted in a barrel to perform the up and down movement, the resistance adjusting mechanism surrounds the push-pull rod and the handle grips are for the player to practice the push-pull exercise on the belly. The resistance adjusting mechanism is composed of a plurality of pulling guides, spring straps, a top decorative cover and a lock ring. The player operates the handle grips to carry out the up and down movement on the belly in one way and rotates the push-pull rod around the belly in other way to accomplish the weight reduction and fat removal in the belly.

Abstract: An adjustable scissors-action exerciser includes two motion arms pivotable relatively to each other and adjustably set in one of multiple operation angles. When the operation angle between the two motion arms grows beyond a predetermined angle, a locking mechanism is unlocked to allow the user to adjust the operation angle of the scissors-action exerciser. When the operation angle between the two motion arms is reduced within a predetermined angle, the locking mechanism is locked.

Abstract: A portable personal exercise device comprising an elongated, linear rigid bar with opposing ends. An anchor sleeve is fixedly secured to each end and a pair of handles is mounted to the bar for only linear sliding movement between the anchor sleeves. The handles extending outwardly from the bar. The anchor sleeves define the limits of movement of the handles toward the ends of the bar and the handle sleeves and anchor sleeves are provided with the aligned parallel projections for releasably securably receiving one or more elastic bands in alternative arrangements so as alternatively to bias the handles with respect to each other or with respect to the anchor sleeves against relative movement towards or away from each other or towards or away from corresponding anchor sleeves whereby a variety of exercises may be performed.

Abstract: A compact, low profile, collapsible exercise device with storage base. The device includes a storage case, a rectangular or U-shaped frame pivotally attached to the storage case, a horizontal hinge rod assembly attached to the frame and rotatably mounted on the frame, a resistance bar, a pair of swing arms, each swing arm having a distal end attached to opposing ends of the hinge rod, and proximal ends attached to opposing ends of the resistance bar. The device includes at least two springs, each spring having a proximal end and a distal end. The distal ends of the springs are releasably attached to spring connectors on the frame. The proximal ends of the springs are attached to the respective swing arms near the proximal ends thereof. In use, an exerciser positions a part of his/her body, such as the hands, in contact with the resistance bar and applies a force sufficient to extend the springs. When the exerciser releases the force, the spring restores to its non-extended length.

Abstract: A combined exerciser and therapist table (1) having an exercise pad (2) on rollers (4) on roller tracks (5) supported by an exerciser frame (6) on legs (7) that include height adjustment. The exerciser frame is rectangular with a head end (8) and a foot end (9). The exercise pad includes a torso portion (10) proximate the head end and a leg portion (11) proximate the foot end of the exerciser frame. A vertically oriented foot-end frame (14) is attached detachably to tops of the legs at the foot end. The foot-leg frame includes a 1 plurality of strap hooks (15, 26) that are oppositely disposed for supporting a leg strap (16, 30) at desired spaced-apart distances above the foot end. A horizontal pressure bar (17) pivots downwardly to a desired position above the exercise pad and is pivotal vertically to a non-interference position parallel the upstanding foot frame.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus comprising a generally rectangular extruded aluminum alloy frame having a head end and a foot end and including a pair of spaced apart parallel track members wherein the head end, the foot end, and the track or rail members are each formed from the metal extrusion material. The apparatus includes a movable carriage made of a rigid frame that moves along the rail members between the head and foot ends against one or more resistance members connected to the carriage and the foot end of the frame. Each of the rail members includes a longitudinal slot therein for receiving a foot support bar assembly. The rail members and head and foot end members are generally each metal tubular box extrusions and the rail members telescopically retract. Roller wheels attached to the carriage move along the top of the rail members and guide wheels move along the inside of the rail members.

Abstract: A flexible main member of tubular shape is provided with handgrips at its end segments enabling the user to exercise certain muscles by repeated manual flexing of the tube. The tube is of a fiber reinforced synthetic material. A cushion is affixed medially of the tube for contact with the user's body during use of the device.

Abstract: An exercise ball device has a big ball having a hole, an elastic cable penetrating a hole of a big ball, two end hooks disposed on two ends of the elastic cable, and two small ball having retainer rings to receive one of the end hooks.

Abstract: An exercise ball device has a ball having two retainer rings, two elastic cables, two end hooks disposed on one end of the elastic cables, two U-shaped handles having holes on the top of the arc sides, two stoppers hanged up on two handles, two hook components having two inelastic belts, and two buckles disposed on one end of the inelastic belts.

Abstract: An exercise cane that can be used for mobility, but it is also constructed for use as an exercise device while walking or jogging. The cane also includes optional features such as a battery operated light, a storage compartment, a drinking bottle with a container therefore, and a novel drinking straw that allows a user to take a drink without interrupting the physical workout.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus (100) for performing press exercises is disclosed. The exercise apparatus includes a frame (102) and a support assembly (118) adjustably coupled to the frame. A first press arm (108) is coupled to the support assembly and is pivotal about a first pivot axis (140A) between a rest position and an extended position. An adjustment mechanism (152) is coupled to the support assembly and adapted to selectively adjust the support assembly between a first position, wherein when the first press arm is rotated about the first pivot axis a preselected angle, a distal end (304A) of the first press arm scribes a first predetermined path (300A), and a second position, wherein when the first press arm is rotated about the first pivot axis the preselected angle, the distal end scribes a second predetermined path (302A).

Abstract: A variable resistance physical exercise apparatus is provided which provides improved features over prior art devices in that it is more compact, provides a linear resistance profile to the user and provides a variety of modes of operation. The device comprises a motor driven bi-directional linear translation mechanism to vary the effective length of a lever arm and therefore vary the weight of resistance to the user. An alternative embodiment includes a spring winder drum pulley combination.

Abstract: A multifunctional physical training machine. The training machine includes a frame, two first pad members, a second pad member and a cord assembly. The frame includes a first base bar and a second base bar for resting on the ground, a first frame bar having an end thereof fixed with the first base bar and a second frame bar having an end thereof fixed with the second base bar and the other end thereof connected to the first frame bar. The first and the second pad members are disposed on the first frame bar in different elevation. The cord assembly has two elastic cords detachably connected to the first base bar or the second base bar, and two holding members disposed at the ends of the elastic cords respectively. The cord assembly further has two length adjusting devices to change the lengths of the elastic cords.

Abstract: The exercise apparatus comprises a frame and a carriage. A resistance system resists movement of the carriage with respect to the frame and the longitudinally headward direction. The resistance system allows the resistance to be changed at the head end portion of the frame and further does not require elastic members to travel with the carriage when they are not use. The rebound system that adjusts the range of motion of the carriage comprises two flexible members attached to the carriage and the frame and a resistance member is attached to a central portion of the flexible members and resists lateral seperation of the central portions of the flexible members.

Abstract: An exercise machine that outputs constant force from resilient resistances and allows continuously selectable levels of strength training resistance. The machine consists primarily of a pre-biased resistance element (50), a conical pulley structure with eccentric cross section (40), an axially adjustable force attachment point (34) and a frame (10). Flexible force transmission elements (30) conduct force to the user interface elements (16, 17) via pulleys (36).

Abstract: An abdominal exercise device includes a frame, and upper and lower force receiving members movably mounted on the frame and constrained to move in opposite directions. A resistance device is interconnected between the frame and at least one of the force receiving members to resist movement of the members toward one another and/or to bias the members away from one another. The lower member is configured to support a person's feet, and the upper member is configured to support a person's hands and/or to engage a person's chest. The device facilitates a combination crunch and leg lift exercise that involves both a person's upper abdominal muscles and a person's lower abdominal muscles. Also, the upper member may be resiliently supported in a manner that facilitates exercise of a person's oblique muscles, as well.

Abstract: An exercise device for building muscle, burning fat. An exercise device; allowing a user to choose a preferred resistance curve appropriate for specific exercises. A device allowing user to use resistance curve in any practical way.

Abstract: A resistance module for an exercise machine for providing a substantially constant force through a range of motion includes at least one cantilever spring and at least one rigid member movable with respect to one another along a path of travel. The rigid member causes the cantilever spring to deflect and produce a resistance force. The cantilever spring has an anchored end and a deflection end. The rigid member engages the deflection end of the cantilever spring, and constrains the deflection end to a predetermined path of deflection as the cantilever spring and the rigid member move with respect to one another. The rigid member can be a non-planer contact surface along which the deflection end tracks, or a pivot link. The module can include means for operatively coupling at least one of the cantilever spring and the at least one rigid member to an exercise machine.

Abstract: A hand grip for use in the self-exercise of hand, wrist and forearm muscles. A pair of pivot elements are mounted about a common pin for pivotal back and forth movement so that the head ends of the elements move together and apart. A force resistance elastomeric member having an interior cavity is releasably mounted on the head ends. Forces applied by the user in repetitively squeezing handles together cause the head ends to move apart against the yieldable resistance of the member. The member's elastic memory causes the elements to pivot back as the user releases his or her grip. A slot in the elastomeric member through which the head ends are mounted enables easy interchange between members of different elastic strengths to provide for a wide range of force resistances.

Abstract: An exercising machine for developing multiple muscle groups by combining two distinct exercise elements into a single attenuated movement. The device includes multiple support housings each with upstanding handgrips extending therefrom. Each handgrip has spring resistant elements interconnected with said housings allowing for axial opposing resistant rotation.

Abstract: An anchor device for elastically resistive exercise apparatus is disclosed. The cactus-tree anchor device has a rigid elongated vertical backbone. Protruding from the elongated backbone is a plurality of curved, upward-pointing arms resembling the trunk and arms of a Saguaro cactus. Pairs of these curved arms protrude from opposite sides of the elongated backbone. These arms facilitate the easy connection of elastic members, such as coil springs, to the anchor device while helping to prevent elastic members from becoming inadvertently dislodged during expansion and contraction of the elastic member. Mounting members located at upper and lower ends of the vertical backbone allow the anchor device to be mounted on or within the exercise apparatus. The anchor device is particularly adapted for use in a Pilates combination chair exercise apparatus.

Abstract: A lower-body exercising device and method including a three-dimensional platform with a resilient means for providing a resistance-based workout while sitting at work, home or traveling is disclosed. Preferably, the invention is manufactured from a single piece of material, is designed to be wedge-like in shape, is compact in size so as to fit under a desk or table or airplane seat, and is constructed with springs or filled bladders that provides resistance to a pushing force by the user during manipulation. The invention can be manipulated by pressing the soles of the feet alternately into the device, or together in a “pumping” motion. Optionally, the device is covered in a plush, washable upholstery material, has textured surfaces, and/or includes heating elements.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus for pole vault training including a rope, a cross bar and an elastomer of selected properties intervening between said cross bar and said rope and effective when utilized to simulate the athletic maneuvers of pole vaulting.

Abstract: A portable quadriceps exercise device includes at least one static arm; a pair of knee support pads connected to opposite respective sides of the at least one static arm; a foundation arm having a first end pivotally connected to a first end of the at least one static arm; and a stabilization arm having a first end pivotally connected to a second end of the at least one static arm. A handle is connected to the second end of the stabilization arm so that a user may grasp the handle to maintain stability of the device during use. The device may also include a pivot arm having a first end of the pivot arm being pivotally connected to the second end of the at least one static arm; a pair of ankle pads connected to opposite respective sides of the pivot arm adjacent the second end thereof; and at least one resistance element operatively connected between the at least one static arm and the pivot arm.

Abstract: A resilient exercise hoop includes a resilient hoop body, two pressing members, and a resistance member. The resilient hoop body is circular in shape but deformed to be elliptic while pressed by an external force. While the external force is eliminated, the hoop body will recover the circular shape. The two pressing members face in opposite directions for pressing by the user to deform the resilient hoop body. The resistance member has two ends, which are respectively connected to two predetermined opposite sides of the resilient hoop body, with resilience for resisting the two opposite sides of the hoop body from outward extension and deformation. In addition, the resilience of the resistance can be variated by the user.

Abstract: A portable personal training and exercise device having a base assembly, a pole assembly and cable and pulley assembly. The base assembly has a tilt mechanism for holding the pole assembly in different orientations. The cable and pulley assembly is attached to the pole assembly and has two coaxial pulleys rotatably mounted on a common single stationary shaft. Each pulley is spring biased for rewinding a cord onto the pulley. The cable and pulley assembly also has a tension adjustment unit for adjusting the resistance of the pulleys, and two multi-direction guide units mounted on the housing of the cable and pulley assembly for allowing the pulley cords to be pulled in multiple directions with reduced friction. A user may pull the cords of the pulleys for exercising various muscles of the user and adjust the resistance force of the cords at an appropriate level suitable to the user.

Abstract: A circular fitness apparatus and method. The circular fitness apparatus includes plural flexible exercise attachments attached to a vertical pole in a hollow circular base that can be selected and used for simultaneous group or individual fitness exercises by plural exercise participants. The circular fitness apparatus is useable for group and individual exercise activities comprising health based, skill based and functional based fitness activities.

Abstract: An apparatus for exercising the human body consisting of an elastic natural gum rubber band formed in a closed loop is disclosed. The apparatus is provided in a variety of lengths, thicknesses and widths to suit the size and muscular strength of the user. As the thickness of the band is increased, resistance to stretching also increases. A method of exercising using the elastic natural gum rubber band formed in a closed loop is also disclosed. The user attaches the band between a point on his body and either a second point or a plurality of points on his body and stretches the elastic band by flexing or extending parts of the body. The elastic band may also be attached between a fixed object and one or more points on the human body. The method includes completing repetitions of the exercises and progressing through increasing thicknesses of bands as the user's muscular fitness increases.

Abstract: The present invention provides and exercise device and methods designed to assist the exerciser in all abdominal strengthening exercises by use of an adjustable resilient means to provide resistance and absorb impact for the exerciser's eccentric range of motion, while supporting or boosting exerciser's concentric range of motion. This device offers maximum support for the exerciser's hips and back through the full range of abdominal exercises. The device includes a seat member and back member pivotally connected so that the seat and back provide a horizontal platform for the exerciser's use in a full range of abdominal exercise. When the preferred embodiment is not in use, the back member and seat member fold together for ease of storage or portability. A second embodiment offers the advanced exerciser adjustable foot positioning and back member positioning and is supported by an external frame assembly.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for obtaining a predetermined linear force, including a first elastic force means (Ee 1, 56) and a force output means (16, 76) in the form of a non-elastic, flexible elongated member. The invention is characterised by a force transformation means (10, 12, 72) arranged between said first elastic force means and the force output means, such that a pulling of the force output means creates a tension in said first elastic force means, and wherein the force transformation means is arranged and designed such that the pulling force required on the force output means decreases with the distance (X2) the force output means is pulled.

Abstract: A handle for use with an elastomeric tube in a resistance exercise device is generally U-shaped with a grip removably secured between opposite ends of the handle. A frusto-conical throat is defined through the nadir of the U-shape and receives one end of the tube. A retainer ball of greater diameter than the tube is inserted into one diametrically stretched end of the tube. The diameter of the retainer ball is smaller than the large diameter proximal end of the throat but greater than the small diameter distal end of the throat. With the end of the tube stretched about the retainer ball, the ball compresses the tube wall against the frusto-conical throat wall with a force that increases as the tension in the tube increases (i.e., as the tube is pulled distally). As a result, the tube is prevented from becoming loose and becoming disengaged from the handle during use.

Abstract: This invention describes a novel gravity-independent exercise unit designed for use in microgravity, or on the ground, as a means by which to counter muscle atrophy and bone degradation due to disuse or underuse. Modular resistive packs comprising constant torque springs provide constant force opposing the withdrawal of an exercise cable from the device. In addition to uses within the space program, the compact resistive packs of the CFREU allow the unit to be small enough for easy use as a home gym for personal use, or as a supplement for rehabilitation programs. Resistive packs may be changed conveniently out of the CFREU according to the desired exercise regimen. Thus, the resistive packs replace the need for expensive, heavy, and bulky traditional weight plates. The CFREU may be employed by hospitals, rehabilitation and physical therapy clinics, and other related professional businesses.

Abstract: A chest exerciser includes a hollow seat with top and bottom walls, and left and right side walls interconnecting the top and bottom walls. Each of the side walls has a horizontally extending slide groove which has front and rear groove ends proximate to front and rear ends of the hollow seat, respectively. Each of a pair of lever members includes an inner shaft which has a pivot end extending through the slide groove in a respective side wall and pivoted to the hollow seat about a vertical pivot axis, an outer tube sleeved on the inner shaft and having an abutment end abutting against an outer wall surface of the respective side wall, and a resistance unit for providing resistance to relative axial movement between the inner shaft and the outer tube.