Abstract: A training and/or exercise device and method for exercising muscle groups of the entire body is disclosed herein that is portable, easy to use, can work the muscles of the entire body, and does not have complicated integrating parts when in use. The device and method allows a free range of motion about a vertical axis without substantial resistance. The device allows a wide variety of movement using a single device, and particularly allows for balancing movements that are advantageous for strengthening the core. Further, the training device is particularly advantageous for use in a home gym and may be stored under a bed or within the overhead compartment of an airplane.

Abstract: A safer, more user-friendly spring-balance single-rider teeter-totter includes manual adjustments for both the vertical position of the spring, which adjusts the rest height of the seat, and the horizontal position of the spring from the pivot, which adjusts the counterbalance resistance. A safety cover may be provided for the spring or other counterbalance mechanism.

Abstract: An exercise chair primarily directed to employing an exercise method, with foot bars, high bars, and a foldable configuration. The seat is supported by a plurality of support elements, at least some of which are hingeably connected with the seat, so that the chair can be folded into a compact shape for storage or transport. The independent foot bars may each be attached to a lever that is hingeably coupled with one or more of the support elements. The position of the foot bars may also be adjustable by extending out of the levers and locking into the desired position. One or more resistance elements may be removably attached to a location below the chair seat, and individually connected with the levers via an adjusting assembly that can either slide or be placed in pre-set mounting locations along the lever to provide variable resistance, or can be equipped with a turnbuckle to provide varying resistance.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a multi-function exercise apparatus which is comprised of a support platform, front and rear frames, footboards, a sliding seat assembly, spring devices and a seat back. Particularly, the sliding seat assembly is mounted on the platform and has the spring devices installed at both sides thereof. Each spring device consists of a spring, a first stem upwardly attached to the seat back and a second stem downwardly secured to the sliding seat assembly, thereby generating a resistant force while propping against the seat back in order to apply the sit-ups performance and synchronize the abdominal exercise with the upper and lower torsos.

Abstract: A therapeutic and/or exercise apparatus is provided for use in connection with structured, multiaxial, multi-pattern movement that aids in rehabilitation or enhances conditioning. The apparatus generally includes a base and a posture bar that is attached to and extends upwardly from the base. The posture bar is affixed to a top surface of the base and can be removable or collapsible for ease of storage. The top surface of the base also includes a recess therein for receiving one of a variety of controlled motion devices such as a rotary disk that moves freely or is restrained by resistance means or other proprioceptive tools. This feature provides a much more balanced exercise process while also naturally working the entire set of muscle groups related to the exercise rather than simply isolating a single motion or muscle.

Abstract: A device for increasing the range of motion of a patient's knee joint generally includes a frame, a lever member pivotally coupled to the frame at a first location, and an actuator pivotally coupled to the frame at a second location. The frame supports the patient in a manner that allows motion of the patient's knee joint, and the lever member bears against a portion of the patient's body below the knee joint. The actuator is also pivotally coupled to the lever member. When operated by a controller, the actuator generates a translational input that rotates the lever member relative to the frame and thereby stretches the patient's knee joint in a desired direction.

Abstract: Exercise apparatus, for example of the type disclosed in the U.S. Pat. No. 6,705,976, is provided with a resistance source for exerting a counterforce to the force applied by the user. This resistance source includes at least two of (1) means, such as a cylindrical rod or the like, for removably holding one or more weights, (2) at least one hook or the like for removably attaching one or more springs, and (3) means for removably attaching one or more damping devices.

Abstract: A kind of exercise furniture includes a rocking frame and a recliner frame. The rocking frame has a rocking base. The recliner frame, which is supported by the rocking frame, includes a back support and a seat support mounted to the back support to define a recliner angle therebetween, wherein the recliner frame is adapted for primarily exercising a user's abdomen when the back support and the seat support are pivotally and repeatedly folded with the leg support to alter its inclined angle, so as to concurrently generate a rocking motion at the rocking base of the rocking frame.

Abstract: A method of training a user to swing a battering ram where the user is positioned at the forward end of a training device. The training device comprises a support frame, a piston rod slidably mounted to the support frame, and a striking plate affixed to the piston rod. The striking plate is positioned at a forward end of the training device when the piston rod is in a pre-impact position. The resistance of a secured door is replicated in the training device by biasing the piston rod toward the forward end of the training device. The piston rod slidably moves rearward upon each impact of the battering ram and then returns to its pre-impact position in time to receive the next impact of the battering ram. The user repeatedly swings the battering ram impacting the training device without stopping or pausing between swings to hone proper technique, mechanics and timing of the swings.

Abstract: A pull exerciser includes a plurality of elastic cords of different elastic coefficients and a plurality of handles. The plurality of elastic cords are connected in series. Adjacent ends respectively of a pair of elastic cords adjacent to each other are securely held by an associated handle. Each handle includes a longitudinal hole having two end openings. Each end opening is extended through by an associated one of the ends of the plurality of elastic cords and has a minimum inner diameter smaller than a maximum outer diameter of the associated end of the associated elastic cord, thereby securely engaging the adjacent ends of the pair of elastic cords and an associated handle together.

Abstract: A platform exercise apparatus includes a planar platform adapted for use on a floor and elevated therefrom with an elevating portion. A plurality of holes extend through the planar platform and define attachment bars therebetween. Elastic bands are provided having attachment hooks on one end thereof and a handle on the other end thereof. The elastic bands are selectively detachably attachable to the attachment bars with the hooks. The apparatus is used for exercise by standing thereon, grasping one or more of the handles and stretching the elastic bands. The apparatus is produced by injection molding the planar platform together with the elevating portion. Alternatively, the apparatus is made from a sheet of metal having the perimeter edges thereof bent to form the elevating portion, and by cutting or stamping the holes through the platform for thereby forming the attachment bars. An exercise bench can be used with the apparatus by positioning above the planar platform for thereby retaining the apparatus.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus with a single resistant rod configured to provide resistance for use in exercise and an electronic weight selector mechanism for use with a resistance rod having a variable resistance system and an electronic selector control. The weight selector control includes a bi-directional control and a plurality of indicia. The bi-directional control allows the user to change the amount of resistance provided by the single resilient elongate rod in combination with the variable resistance system. The plurality of indicia allows the user to monitor the amount and direction of change in resistance while operating the bi-directional control.

Abstract: An exercise system includes at least a first and second pivot pole assembly for supporting and stabilizing a person engaged in exercise. The pivot pole assemblies each include a base plate which is configured to rest on a floor during the use of the system, and a pole portion which is pivotally connected to the base portion by a universal joint. The assemblies may be configured so as to be connectable to one another, and such connection may be achieved through the bases and/or the poles. The system may incorporate weights attachable to the poles and/or may utilize compressible poles to provide an enhanced effect. Further disclosed are exercise programs incorporating the systems.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for rehabilitation and exercise of the limbs, the joints and the trunk.

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: An exercise machine has a base member with a front end and a rear end. A leg developer pivotally mounts to the base member at the front end. The flip pad pivotally mounts to the base member at the front end and the flip pad is set in one of at least two angular positions. The flip pad with leg developer exercise machine also has a base standing on a floor and supporting a seat with a first pivot near one end of a seat. The seat is placed a distance above the floor on a base frame of base to accommodate a user comfortably to sit down for various exercises. The flip pad can be in abdominal position rotated toward the user or in bicep position. Specifically the user's back so that the user can exercise abdominal muscles or tricep muscles.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus that is lightweight, easily transported, inexpensive and easy to use in performing a wide variety of exercises, the exercise apparatus including a rigid shaft formed of interconnectable limbs having a pair of spaced sleeve-sliders thereon and opposing end caps that receive a long resilient band having side lengths stretched along the staff and the sleeve-sliders thereon, and with each end cap also receiving a short resilient band with a handle thereon.

Abstract: A multi-exercise apparatus for chair base attachment to an office chair or other commonly used chair. The attachment is easily engaged and disengaged via the clamp. The apparatus provides loops disposed at the clamp and on the upper end of the vertical member. The loops provide for attachment of the elastomers of the apparatus. The elastomers are provided with varied handles for various exercise choices. A user can perform a variety of exercises and exercises for opposed muscles groups, thereby benefiting from balanced exercises from the chair. The apparatus does not interfere with normal chair usage.

Abstract: A non-gravity-type resistance exercise apparatus that includes a novel pulley-carrying exercise arm that can be incrementally rotated in a novel manner between high, low and numerous intermediate exercise positions to enable the proper performance of a number of different exercises. The apparatus includes a compact, self-contained, selectorized resistance module that embodies a plurality of discrete, elongated elastomeric cords that can be quickly and easily selectively coupled with the body-engaging means to provide precise resistance to the performance of several different kinds of exercises.

Abstract: An exercising system has a frame defining a space in which a user is positioned for performing a large number of different exercises. Frame members have holes within which flexible bars are positioned, spanning across the machine, for low-impact exercising using the bars. In a preferred embodiment the bar-supporting frame members, or some of them, are adjustable in position so as to provide a nearly unlimited number of positions for different users and for different exercises. A few of the many exercises facilitated by the system are described.

Abstract: An abdominal exerciser in which the body floats with respect to the exerciser frame, which leads to isolating the abdominal muscles. The exerciser includes a seat; a frame adapted to support said seat in a position that is raised off a floor; a seat pivot connecting said seat and frame, said pivot located under said seat; an upper body arm adapted to engage the upper body of a user; an upper body arm pivot connecting said seat and said upper body arm; and a lower body arm attached to said seat.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus comprising a rigid movable booster bar having two flexible elastic elements attached to the booster with an attachment. The attachments are spaced from each other and configured to allow winding the elastic element upon the booster bar by rotating the booster bar. Each flexible elastic element comprises at least two stages of flexible shock cords, with the stages disposed serially along the length of the flexible element, with adjacent stages having a different elastic stiffness.

Abstract: A portable exercising apparatus includes a first frame member, a second frame member, a first tube perpendicularly and fixedly connected to the first frame member, a second tube perpendicularly and fixedly connected to the second frame member and slidably inserted into the first tube and defining with the first tube an air chamber, an air valve mounted in the first tube in communication with the air chamber and the atmosphere, and two elastic members connected between the first frame member and the second frame member at two sides of the first tube and the second tube.

Abstract: An amusement device that includes an elastic ball, a rigid, generally rectangular platform surrounding the ball so as to give the ball a figure eight appearance, an elongated elastic handle extending upwardly from the center of the ball, and a plurality of straps releasably securing the handle to the platform. The handle includes an upper section, a lower section, and a bar extending generally horizontally outwardly from the upper section of the handle. The bar may be grasped by a person while bouncing on the ball. The handle and the ball are made from an elastic material such as rubber.

Abstract: Training apparatus includes: a base stand which has slide shafts that are provided side by side and extend in the right-and-left directions; a slide base portion which can slide along this slide shaft; a foot stand which is provided over the slide base portion so as to be turned; a connection mechanism portion which is formed by a rod and its support portion that engages a substantially-middle proper part of the base stand in the right-and-left directions and the foot stand, so that the sliding position and the turning angle of the foot stand can be correlated; and a spring which gives the slide base portion the force by which the slide base portion moves toward a substantially-middle position of the base stand in the right-and-left directions. Thereby, a sliding exercise and a twisting exercise can be taken together, and the body trunk can be effectively trained.

Abstract: A multi-purpose fitness apparatus. The apparatus includes an extendable base, a height-adjustable weight-supporting frame, a resistance assembly providing adjustable resistance, an exercise mechanism, a detachable bench assembly, and a connecting mechanism connecting the exercise mechanism to the resistance assembly. The resistance assembly includes a supporting frame having a lower resistance support and an upper resistance support that is slidably coupled to the lower resistance support. A top spring-attachment member is mounted on the top end portion of the upper resistance support. A bottom spring-attachment member is moveably coupled to a vertical track member mounted on the lower resistance support. The movement of the bottom spring-attachment member is resisted by resistance from one or more resilient resistance members detachably affixed to the spring-attachment members. The amount of resistance is adjustable by selecting the number of the resistance members affixed.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a floor engaging base, a vertical stanchion, and at least one body support. Cables are interconnected between respective handles and respective pivot arms. At least one resistance device is interconnected between the pivot arms and the frame. The cables are routed about pulleys on the frame in a manner that facilitates different types of exercise motions. Adjustments to resistance may be made by repositioning at least one of the cables and the resistance device relative to the pivot arms.

Abstract: A resistance chair with wheels assists users with performing correct abdominal crunches by guiding the user's effort. The resistance chair includes a seat connected to a hinged back with back support that extends to support the user's back and assist in the crunch recovery following the crunch extension.

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: The office gym exercise kit is a portable exercise kit that provides for a number of exercises to be performed by a user, including arm, leg and back exercises. The kit components are capable of attaching about a chair post and a chair back support to provide the exercises for the user. A flexible body is wrapped around the post and under the base of the chair then secured such that the flexible body remains in place around the chair post. A flexible band is wrapped around the chair back support. Both the flexible body and flexible band have retainers attached thereon. Several elastic straps are included in the kit. The elastic straps may be fastened to the flexible body and flexible band by latching onto the retainers. The user then exercises by extending the elastic straps with arms, legs or the like.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a pressing bar assembly interconnected to a lifting assembly. As the pressing bar assembly is pivoted, the lifting assembly also pivots and angularly raises a seat assembly on which a user is positioned. Resistance bands and the user's own weight provide resistance to movement of the pressing bar assembly. A user may perform a variety of exercises on the inventive apparatus according to the position of the body. A user may perform exercises from an initial sitting position, an initial side-lying position, an initial prone position, or an initial kneeling position.

Abstract: In a basic configuration, the present system includes an adjustable top portion or platform, one or more lower portions or risers and one or more resilient members placed between the riser and the platform. Preferably the resilient members have a sufficient height to space the platform slightly above the riser, and the resilient members are partially compressible to absorb the impact when a user steps atop the platform. In preferred embodiments, the platform and/or riser include a variety of locations in which the resilient member or members may be placed or arranged to provide various levels of cushioning and/or balancing of the platform over the riser. Preferably the multi-exercise system can be used as a standard horizontal platform, as an angled platform, as a balancing platform, or a resilient member-mounting riser for aerobic exercises, stretching, yoga, balancing or exercises exercising the sole or arch of a foot.

Abstract: A multi-purpose surfing balancer including a base plate, a resilient rubber body, a step-on board, and a central pole. A bottom surface of the rubber body being fixed to a middle of a top of the base plate. The top of the base plate being fixed to a middle of a bottom of the step-on board. The central pole being fixed to the surface of the step-on board for a user to stand on the step-on board with both feet splitting over both ends of the resilient rubber body in position to practice balancing or surfing by the support of the resilient rubber body and swing motion controlled by the user.

Abstract: A method and structure for exercising with a portable exercise apparatus. The portable exercise apparatus comprises a body support structure and at least one exercising structure. The a body support structure comprises a sitting structure pivotally attached to a back support structure. The back support structure may be positioned at a plurality of angular positions with respect to the sitting structure. The body support structure is adapted to be placed on a supporting structure. The at least one exercising structure is removably attached to the body support structure. The at least one exercising structure comprises a first resilient structure movably attached to a second resilient structure, a first attachment device, and a resistance means for applying a preset amount of resistance against movement of the first resilient structure with respect to the second resilient structure. The attachment device is adapted to removably attach the second resilient structure to the body support structure.

Abstract: A stretching exerciser includes a seat bar supported on a collapsible spring bar at a base in a backwardly tilted position. A back cushion is pivotally fastened with a top end of the seat bar and forwardly backwardly turnable relative to the seat bar. The back cushion is closely attached to the seat bar due to the effect of the gravity weight when receiving no external force. A seat is pivoted to the seat bar. An axle is adjustably mounted on a front side of seat bar to selectively support the seat between two elevational positions.

Abstract: A mini-type exercise machine includes a base, a T-shaped strut pivotably connected to a front end of the base, a seat assembly mounted on the base, a pressing member pivotably connected to the seat assembly, and at least one damper mounted on each of the T-shaped strut and the pressing member for providing a resistance while any of the T-shaped strut and the pressing member pivots. The mini-type exercise machine of the present invention can be operated to perform various types of exercise so as to have multiple exercise effects by means of the T-shaped strut and the pressing member. In addition, the present invention is partly detachable and easily collapsible, such that the present invention can be partly dismantled into small parts and easily collapsed to be small-sized, thereby enabling the present invention to be easily pocketable.

Abstract: A training device (10) for strengthening the swing muscle groups of a golfer while enhancing proper muscle memory wherein, the device (10) includes a ball (21) having a meridian line (22) that divides the ball (21) into two visually distinct hemispheres (23) (24) and further including a hand engaging member (40) including a pair of anchor elements (41) (42) and a resilient strap element (50) connected to the ball (21) and bisected by the meridian line (22) passively engage the golfer's hands against the ball (21) during repetitive swing movements.

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 anchor block having within it one or more tunnels through which exercise cords are run and an equal number of slots connected to the tunnels, each slot extending from either the face or the backside of the block. In certain cases, some of the slots may extend from the face while others do so from the backside. In other cases, to enhance strength, all of the slots extend solely from the face or from the backside. This slotted arrangement is useful for a solid handgrip, strapped handgrip assembly, ankle exercise cuff assembly or anchoring door impingement assembly so that stoppered elastic exercise cords may be quickly and easily interchanged. The slot may be shaped in any of several ways including straight, zig-zag or curved.

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: An exercise apparatus, a method of using the apparatus, and a method of exercising are disclosed. In one or more embodiments, the exercise apparatus comprises an exercise platform comprising a base and a lid, the platform defining an interior space accessible by moving the lid from a closed to an open position with respect to the base, at least one handle associated with the platform for use by a user in moving the exercise apparatus, at least one wheel movably mounted to the base and permitting the platform to be rolled along a surface, at least one riser for use in supporting the platform upon a surface to increase a height thereof and sized to fit within the interior space when not in use, at least one resistive element for selective attachment to the platform for use in an exercise by a user, at least one mount associated with the platform to which the at least one resistive element may be attached, and at least one hand/foot peg for use with the platform.

Abstract: A full body exercise apparatus capable of permitting a user to conveniently develop and condition an extremely broad cross section of muscle groups so as to provide a full body workout. The full body exercise apparatus includes a bottom frame structure having a front end portion, a rear end portion, and a central axis extending therebetween. A seat pad and knee pad are provided near the central axis for user comfort. Stabilizer arms extend horizontally from the central axis to provide stability to the full body exercise apparatus. A pole section is removably secured to the bottom frame structure and extends perpendicularly upwards. A plurality of tension members are removably secured throughout the full body exercise apparatus and include a handle thereupon.

Abstract: A multi-function physical training machine comprises a base frame and coupling units mounted on the base frame for the installation of at least one cord assembly which has two elastic cords. A T-shaped bar is pivoted on the base frame to be turned in a predetermined range. First resistance members are installed on the T-shaped bar to provide the T-shaped bar a loading when being turned. A seat assembly is mounted on the base frame and is pivotally connected with a training bar assembly such that the training bar assembly can be turned in a predetermined range. Second resistance members are installed on the training bar assembly to provide the training bar assembly a loading when being turned.

Abstract: A trunk rotation apparatus includes a support, a gripping bar and a mounting for mounting the gripping bar to the support for translation movement. This trunk rotation apparatus is suitable for exercising, strengthening or controlled rehabilitative movement.

Abstract: An exercise ball device has an elastic cable, two end hooks disposed on two ends of the elastic cable, a ball having a retainer ring to receive one of the end hooks, a treadle having a hole, and a soft cushion having a retainer ring to receive the other one of the end hooks, which penetrated a hole on a treadle.

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 aspect of the invention involves a method of using a collapsible exercise device including providing a collapsible exercise device; positioning a first end of an adjustable incline at a desired height with respect to a vertical support member so that the adjustable incline is at a desired inclination; moving first and second combination pulley-support and pull-up bars to a desired position; moving first and second pulleys connected to the first and second combination pulley-support and pull-up bars to a desired location; and moving a support platform along the adjustable incline through cable movement through the first and second pulleys on the combination pulley-support and pull-up bars.

Abstract: The present invention provides a sphincter exerciser for strengthening the sphincters of persons in an effort to prevent diseases, such as aconuresis or encopresis caused by weak sphincters. This sphincter exerciser consists of a body (10), which has two depressions (4), two hinge holes (6) and a window (8). Two footholds (20) are hinged to the two hinge holes (6) by means of two hinge shafts (18). A roller (30) is shafted to the roller bracket (14) of each foothold (20), and is laid on the inclined bottom of an associated depression (4). The exerciser also has a momentum adjuster (40), which is installed in the body (10) and allows a user to adjust momentum while exercising. This momentum adjuster (40) has an adjusting block, two guide rollers (38), a wire (46), and a coil spring (48) connected to the hinge shafts (18) by the wire (46).

Abstract: A torso exercise machine includes a frame designed to rest upon a floor surface; a seat pivotally mounted on the frame; at least one handlebar pivotally mounted on the frame; and a link pivotally interconnected between the seat and the handlebar. The link constrains the seat and the handlebar to pivot in opposite directions relative to the frame. A resistance device may be interconnected between the handlebar and the frame to resist pivoting of the handlebar and the seat toward one another.

Abstract: An exerciser includes an exercise module defined by hinged first and second plates with a spring therebetween to provide biasing resistance, and a bracket member for attaching the exercise module to a surface such as a bed. The exerciser provides a simple means for exercising, especially for users in a supine position.