Abstract: A jump rope assembly includes a rope body having two ends each connected with a connecting unit and a handle unit. The rope body has an inner portion provided with a through hole. The connecting unit includes a connecting sleeve mounted on the rope body, a fixing plug inserted into the through hole of the rope body, and a retaining ring mounted in the connecting sleeve and compressing the rope body to press the rope body toward the fixing plug so that the rope body is fixed between the fixing plug and the retaining ring. The handle unit includes a handle having an enlarged end portion mounted in the connecting sleeve, and a locking ring mounted on the enlarged end portion of the handle and locked onto the connecting sleeve.

Abstract: A reactive punching bag device is provided. The reactive punching bag device includes a first telescoping pole and a second telescoping pole. The telescoping poles are via a center pole which may include at least one quick release hook. The connected pole assembly is connectable to a heavy punching bag, or any suitable bag, and provides a reactive obstacle to a trainee developing defensive and offensive skills. In addition, the heavy bag may include at least one attachment chain for hanging the heavy bag. The pole assembly may also include a first and second pole connectable to a center pole by elastic cord through the center of the poles.

Abstract: A bodyweight resistance exercise apparatus has a base portion, a platform secured to the base portion, main vertical supports coupled to an end of the base portion, upper vertical supports coupled to an upper end of the main vertical supports and angled relative thereto, and lifting straps coupled through the upper vertical supports and to the main vertical supports. Adjustability may be provided in a number of ways, including with respect to the location of the platform along the base portion, the angle of the main vertical supports relative to the base portion, the rotational position of the upper vertical supports relative to the main vertical supports, and the attachment of the lifting straps along the main vertical supports. When a desired configuration is achieved, a user may perform bodyweight resistance exercise in a core-stabilized position.

Abstract: An exercise device for strengthening the small muscles and tendons that stabilize the inner and outer parts of the elbow includes a hollow outer housing, an inner housing adapted to slide into and out of the hollow outer housing, a plurality of elastic bands placed inside the interior of the inner housing, a slot located along the sidewalls of the hollow outer housing, a connector secured to the inner housing and passing through the slot of the hollow outer housing, and the inner housing is adapted to slide from a retracted position to an extended position against the resistance provided by one or more elastic bands.

Abstract: A physical training device includes two arm portions connected to each other and movable toward and away from each other. Two grip portions are provided at the respective arm portions. The grip portions together have the shape of a ball, such as a basketball or football. A resilient device urges the grip portions away from each other toward an extended position. The physical training device is particularly useful in training for basketball rebounding.

Abstract: An exercise device comprising a flexible band formed in a closed loop, further including at least one tension adjuster associated with the band for selectively adjusting the tension of the loop. The device further includes two handles, associated with the band, the handles being configured to facilitate gripping of the band by a user's hand.

Abstract: The runner arm training apparatus provides feedback to a user and help for a user in establishing a correct upper arm to lower arm, or elbow, angle. Typically, this angle is about 90 degrees. However, the apparatus may also be used to aid in preventing a 90-degree elbow bend, for perhaps a different athletic or rehabilitating pursuit.

Abstract: An exercise ball with handles facilitates an abdominal, chest and arm workout. The exercise ball is a pliable material inflated and having a pair of handles oppositely positioned on a support rod extending through the exercise ball. The exercise ball rotates relative to the handles. An incline or ramp is used with the exercise ball to create added resistance thereby increasing the effectiveness of the muscle workout. Resistance bands attach to the handles of the exercise ball on one end and a user's feet on the other end to provide added resistance.

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention relates to a water ski load distribution system for anatomically distributing tow rope induced forces across a participant. The system includes an abdominal encircling member, a rigid rear support member, a pair of wrist encircling members, and an elongated flexible member. The abdominal encircling member extends around the user's abdomen and may be incorporated within a personal flotation device. The rigid support member extends vertically on the back region between the abdominal encircling member and the user's shoulder region. The elongated flexible member extends between the wrist encircling members and the rigid support member. The length of the elongated flexible member prevents the user from simultaneously extending both arms at the shoulder joint. The wrist encircling members may optionally include load distribution systems that distribute pulling forces directly from a grip induced object to the wrists.

Abstract: An elastic resistance band that is fabricated by placing two end couplers on each end of a section of elastic resistance material. A pre-tensioned force is applied by incorporating a rigid tensioning member between the two end couplers of the resistance band. The resistance material is stretched during the assembly process, placing the material in a pre-tensioned state. By pre-tensioning the material, the resistance band then provides a more linear force to the end user.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus for developing the upper body and in particular the chest. The apparatus includes opposed lever arms pivotally secured to each other at a fulcrum point located at the terminal ends of the opposed levers. The opposed lever arms are biased against each other and form a “V” shape. A counteracting force is needed to bring the handle ends of the levers together. The force required to bring the opposed handle ends together exercises the upper body of a user.

Abstract: An flexible elongated device for use in human exercise routines or as an implement having an elongated pultruded plastic rod or rods fitting loosely within a plastic tube. At least one of the rods is rectangular in cross section and the tube may be covered by a soft foam plastic sleeve. The rod may be produced by the pultrusion process.

Abstract: A kit is provided so a person can exercise anywhere the person may be located. Body rockers have a handle to grip, which body rockers alone may be used by a user for many exercises. Elastic cords of varying lengths and strength may be attached to the body rockers with carabiners. By securing a part of the elastic cord to a stationary object, the limbs of the body can be exercised as well as abs and upper body. Door stops may be used to secure the elastic cords between a door and door frame. A rocker cover can be used for back and forth rocking motion of the user. All of these items may be loaded in a workout bag and carried with the user to exercise wherever the user may be located.

Abstract: A resistance exercise device enables resistance training by using one or more retractable cables that provide resistance to the user when the user pulls on the cable(s). The resistance exercise device provides a retraction force to retract the cable(s), which is independent of a resistance force applied to the cable(s). The resistance exercise device may thus allow adjustment of the resistance force without affecting the retraction force.

Abstract: A gripping power training bender capable of counting the times of gripping, it has an elastic member, two ends of the elastic member each is connected to a handle, wherein one handle is connected with a counting member, at least a positioning member is positioned between the two handles and is provided with a through hole; and one end of a pulling rope is fixed on an end of one of the handles, the other end is connected to the counting member after being extended through the elastic member and the through hole. Thereby when a user exerts forces continuously on the two handles to bend the elastic member, one end of the pulling rope continuously pulls the counting member to count the times of gripping.

Abstract: A resistance exercise device includes at least one stretchable resistance loop, a pair of handles having openings extending longitudinally therethrough, and a support portion having a pair of openings extending therethrough along opposing edges of the support portion. The support portion is located between the first and second handles.

Abstract: In one aspect of the disclosed embodiments, an inertial exercise device has an elongate member with opposing first and second end portions, and a sleeve movably coupled to the elongate member and disposed between the first and second end portions of the elongate member. A first elastic resistance element interfaces between the elongate member and the sleeve. A user-induced rhythmic movement of the sleeve along the elongate member alternatively toward the opposing first and second end portions causes the first elastic resistance element to alternately compress and extend as the first and second end portions of the elongate member oscillate relative to the sleeve.

Abstract: A pull exerciser includes a bar and an engaging hole extending from an end through the other end of the bar. The pull exerciser further includes two handles each having a grip portion and a connecting portion spaced from the grip portion along a longitudinal axis and a cord mounting section intermediate the grip portion and the connecting portion. The connecting portion of each handle is releasably mounted to one of the ends of the bar. The cord mounting section of each handle includes three through-holes spaced along the longitudinal axis. An end of the first elastic cord is extended through and retained in the through-holes of the cord mounting section of one of the handles. The other end of the first elastic cord or an end of a second elastic cord can be extended through and retained in the through-holes of the cord mounting section of the other handle.

Abstract: A twist exercising device includes two handle units (1) and a plurality of elastic bars (2) detachably mounted between the two handle units. Thus, the number of the elastic bars mounted between the two handle units can be changed freely so as to adjust the tension of the elastic bars according to the user's requirement.

Abstract: A resistance exercise device enables resistance training by using one or more retractable cables that provide resistance to the user when the user pulls on the cable(s). The resistance exercise device provides a retraction force to retract the cable(s), which is independent of a resistance force applied to the cable(s). The resistance exercise device may thus allow adjustment of the resistance force without affecting the retraction force.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus is described herein. The exercise apparatus can have a body forming a first yoke. The first yoke includes a first longitudinal channel extending therethrough and a first slide member is positioned in the first channel. The first slide member is slidable therein in a reciprocating manner and has an abdominal engagement end extending from the channel. The exercise apparatus can further include a second yoke pivotally attached to the body and has a second longitudinal channel extending therethrough. A second slide member is positioned in the second channel and is slidable therein in a reciprocating manner. The second slide member has an upper body engagement end extending from the second channel. The exercise apparatus can include a vibration unit operable to cause all or portions of the exercise apparatus to vibrate.

Abstract: A neck rehabilitation device for exercising the muscles of a person's neck and upper back is provided. The device has a rear neck-engaging assembly that can be positioned at least partially about the person's neck for engaging a rear side of the person's neck. The rear neck-engaging assembly includes an elastic strap for extending and being stretched about the rear side of the person's neck to exert a forward-directed force on the person's neck. The assembly also includes a resilient compressible member providing resistance to compression for use in exercising the muscles of the person's neck and upper back while the elastic strap is stretched about the person's neck. A method of cervical curve restoration of a person's neck is also provided. The method includes stretching a reversed cervical curve forward and simultaneously exercising the muscles of the person's neck and upper back.

Abstract: The disclosed device is an oscillating exercise device for strengthening of the muscles comprising the shoulder and the torso. The device is held in the user's hand and moved in an oscillating manner to simulate a sports specific movement or for muscle strengthening. The device is composed of a tube with internally threaded ends, detachable, threaded end caps, hinged clamshell handle, weight mass and elastic resistance bands. The end caps house springs that extend into the tube when screwed to the ends of the tube. The weight is of a diameter such that it may travel freely along the inner length of the tube, yet closely matched to the inner diameter of the tube such that significant air compression occurs in front of the moving weight. The generated air compression slows the velocity of the traveling weight and reduces the shock of the weight when it impacts the springs at the tube ends. An attachable handle allow for improved simulation of sports specific throwing motions.

Abstract: An exercise device comprises an elongate rod having opposite ends each being configured to be grasped by a user. The rod includes a flexible inner core having a pair of opposite ends and an outer sheath substantially circumscribing at least a central portion of the inner core. A pair of grip sections are each positioned on an opposite end of the rod, the grip sections being configured to allow a user to grasp each end of the rod when performing exercises. At least one end cap is fixed to one of the opposite ends of the rod, the end cap including engaging structure associated therewith to facilitate engagement with a safety strap. A safety strap is engaged with the end cap and is configured to be releasably secured to the user to prevent accidental release of a grip section of the rod.

Abstract: Methods and devices for kayak training and/or exercising. One embodiment can use two PVC type pipes (one shorter than the other) in a parallel configuration. A flexible bungee type stretchable cord can be passed through the small pipe and have ends that are each attached to opposite ends of the larger pipe. Ends of another stretchable cord are each fixable attached to ends of the small pipe with a mid portion of the second bungee cord attached to a fixably nonmoveable member such as a door knob and the like. A user sitting down can grip the larger pipe with both hands spread apart and create a rowing action with the device so that the stretched cords simulate rowing actions such as those used with a kayak. The device can also be used as an exercise device and method to tone muscles such as arm and stomach and side muscles of the user.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus that includes a bar member having opposed ends with each end being a closed end and having adjacent to the closed end an open channel defined by an elongated slot. An elastic member with handles attached to respective ends of the elastic member and a cap member disposed about the closed end of the bar member for retaining the handle in place. A method of attachment is also illustrated.

Abstract: The present embodiments relate to an exercise device that can provide for a novel and versatile method of exercising. The exercise apparatus can be provided with a base, a connector, and a bar for spooling the connector on the bar. The exercise apparatus can be used for both stretching and strength training exercises.

Abstract: A core resistance apparatus is provided. The core resistance apparatus is comprised of a rotational adjusting element having a rotational member and a first and a second rotational cord guide. The first and second rotational cord guides pivotally contact a first and a second side portion of the rotational member along a contacting means, respectively. The core resistance apparatus is comprised a first and a second resistance cord. The resistance cords each have a first and second attachment point, wherein the first and second rotational cord guides slidingly connect with the first and second resistance cords, respectively. The core resistance apparatus is comprised of a first and a second upper body connector, and a third and a fourth lower body connector. The upper and lower body connectors attach to a user, wherein the location of the rotational adjusting element adjusts to a center of gravity relative to the user movement.

Abstract: The combination limb and abdominal exerciser of the present invention has a first torsional spring coupled between two rods of a set of pivotally connected rod members, such that the expansion or compression of the first torsional spring provides an exercise resistance when the two rods are moved outward away from or moved inward closer to each other by an external force, and the two rods return by the resilience of the first torsional spring when the external force is released, so as to help a user to exercise the upper limbs or exercise the lower limbs. Furthermore, a handle can be axially disposed at the end of each of the two rods, and a second torsional spring is disposed between each handle and the corresponding rod. The user can hold the handles and make the rods to rotate with respect to each other for wrist exercise.

Abstract: An exercising handgrip includes a first handle, a second handle pivotally connected with the first handle, a damping spring biased between the first handle and the second handle, a threaded adjusting module movably mounted on the second handle and pressing the damping spring, and a threaded adjusting knob rotatably mounted on the second handle and screwed onto the threaded adjusting module to move the threaded adjusting module relative to the damping spring by rotation of the adjusting knob. Thus, the adjusting knob is rotated on the second handle to drive the threaded adjusting module to move forward or backward relative to the second handle so as to change the distance between the first handle and the second handle and to compress or extend the damping spring, thereby adjusting the damping force of the damping spring.

Abstract: A resistance training exercise device, system and method having at least one elastic, elongated and hollow cord with a tether secured to each end of the cord and a limit band in the 3 cord to limit the length that the cord may be stretched.

Abstract: An exercise handle for use with a cord and a method for the use thereof, the handle having a channel portion having at least two channel ends that are positioned non-diametrically relative to each other on the channel portion, the channel portion being rounded relative to a center point; a channel being fashioned on the channel portion, the channel being adapted to receive the cord; a grip portion being positioned between the at least two channel portion ends in an off-center relationship to the center point of the channel portion.

Abstract: A leg stretching exercise apparatus includes a base seat, a telescopic handle erectly projecting from the front of the base seat, pulley sets and hinge members set on both sides of the base seat, first and second side frames hinged at each hinge member, pedal plates respectively slideably mounted on the first and second side frames by wheels under the pedal plates. An end of resistance members is hooked on to crooks under the pedal plates, and the other end is mounted around the pulley sets at the side of the base seat then hooked on to the crooks at fixed end of the first and second side frames. Thereby, a user can step both feet on the pedal plates and move the pedal plates outwardly in horizontal direction to obtain good exercising effect by the resistant force generated from the resistance members while exercising.

Abstract: A freely movable strength training device for strengthening the body musculature can be loaded by pulling. The device has a housing and at least one spring element arranged in the housing, which can be loaded via muscular strength. The device has at least two pull elements which can be actuated by a user. All pull elements are fastened on the spring element.

Abstract: A gripping power training bender capable of counting the times of gripping, it has an elastic member, two ends of the elastic member each is connected to a handle, wherein one handle is connected with a counting member, at least a positioning member is positioned between the two handles and is provided with a through hole; and one end of a pulling rope is fixed on an end of one of the handles, the other end is connected to the counting member after being extended through the elastic member and the through hole. Thereby when a user exerts forces continuously on the two handles to bend the elastic member, one end of the pulling rope continuously pulls the counting member to count the times of gripping.

Abstract: An adjustable exercising device includes two grip members, each including a lateral coupling seat having a plurality of inserting holes disposed on a front end thereof and an engaging device mounted thereon. Each of a plurality of resilient straps has a connector fixed on each of two ends thereof. Each connector includes an engagement slot or engagement bore arranged on one side thereof, so that the connectors are inserted to the inserting holes to be retained by the engaging device.

Abstract: An elastic device made of a flexible and stretchable resistance tube on the inside covered by a flexible and stretchable sleeve or sheath. The sleeve or sheath may be formed in an accordion-type pleat. An end connector is formed by providing a reversed loop in the center resistance tube that is engageable with a strap means that is threadable through the loop to form a knot for securing the strap means to the end of the flexible and stretchable resistance tube. The strap means may be provided in several different forms including a handle, link or clip. In another embodiment of the invention an elastic device is comprised of a flexible and stretchable resistance tube, and a connector means that is disposed at least one end of the tube, a solid ball member that is for insertion into a hollow end of the tube, and at least one strap disposed about a loop of the flexible and stretchable resistance tube adjacent to the rigid ball member.

Abstract: Provided is a chest expander including: a head having a spring installation part at which a spring is installed and arm connection parts installed at both sides of the spring installation part; a pair of arms pivotally coupled with the arm connection parts of the head at their upper ends; a spring member vertically installed at the spring installation part of the head, and converting movement of the pair of arms approached toward each other into a resilient force generated by compressing or extending the spring to vertically transmit the resilient force to the arms; a pair of links having first ends connected to each arm and second ends extending between the arms; and a spring operation part having a link connection part connected to the second ends of the links and compressing or extending the spring member using power added and transmitted to the link connection part through the links by the movement of the arms.

Abstract: A resistance training exercise device, system and method having at least one elastic, elongated and hollow cord with a tether secured to each end of the cord, a strain relief sleeve and a clip secured to the free end of each tether, each tether being secured to their respective end of the cord by a grommet, plug and sleeve and each clip preferably comprising an o-ring that receives the free end of the tether and a spring-loaded biasing flange for clipping onto a handle, strap or the cord itself.

Abstract: An exercise machine, including an elastic band and a tension fulcrum positioned so that the band extends around the tension fulcrum to provide resistance exercise to the user.

Abstract: A pivotal axis exercise device which creates opposing forces to provide muscle resistance to selected muscle groups based on a personally selected exercise regime. The device is comprised of metal housing components attached with metal loops and cable loops to provide a pivotal axis point which may be gripped and pulled to provide resistance leveraging the pivotal axis point of the device, or which may be gripped along the metal housing components to vary the exercise regimen and to provide resistance to different muscle groups.

Abstract: A quick disconnect and re-connect system is provided for exercise apparatus having a connection assembly for connecting a user-gripped handle to a resistance-bearing cable.

Abstract: An exercising/rehabilitating device that is portable, durable and easily manufactured comprising of a flexible rod, a medially located pad with two weighted handles on each end of the rod. The device can be used to stretch various muscle groups by providing uniform resistance to forces, thus allowing for conditioning and muscle growth. Or, it can be slung over one's shoulders and carried when jogging or walking to reduce the stresses on the spine, because of its damping effect and its realignment and concentration of these normal forces.

Abstract: The present invention provides for in one embodiment an archery exerciser training device designed to eliminate or minimize target panic, develop muscle memory, and warn up muscles before using a bow and arrow. The training device consists of a cylindrical tube with an attached handle. Within the tube is a gas compression spring with integrated plungers mounted on either end. Each plunger further includes an axle on which two wheels are opposingly mounted. A cable is mounted to one plunger at the distal end of the device and the cable travels in a zig-zag fashion around the four wheels and out of the plunger at the proximal end of the device and terminates in a loop, thereby creating a pulley system. The exposed loop of the cable is pulled in a rearward direction, approximating the motions made when drawing a bowstring.

Abstract: An exercise device for human exercise routines having an elongated pultruded plastic rod or rods fitting loosely within a plastic tube. At least one of the rods is rectangular in cross section and the tube may be covered by a soft foam plastic sleeve. The rod may be produced by the pultrusion process.

Abstract: An elastic resistance band that is fabricated by placing two end couplers on each end of a section of elastic resistance material. A pre-tensioned force is applied by incorporating a rigid tensioning member between the two end couplers of the resistance band. The resistance material is stretched during the assembly process, placing the material in a pre-tensioned state. By pre-tensioning the material, the resistance band then provides a more linear force to the end user.

Abstract: An adjustable exercising tubing comprise comprises two grip members, each including a lateral coupling seat having a plurality of inserting holes disposed on a front end thereof and an engaging device mounted thereon; and a plurality of resilient straps, each having a connector fixed on each of two ends thereof, the connector including an engagement slot or engagement bore arranged on one side thereof so that the connectors is inserted to the inserting holes to be retained by the engaging device.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus and method of using exercise apparatuses. In some aspects and in some constructions, the invention may provide an exercise apparatus including a body housing a biasing member and having a first elongated member and a second elongated member movable relative to the first elongated member between a retracted position and an extended position, the biasing member biasing the second elongated member toward one of the retracted position and the extended position, a first pedal connected to the first elongated member, and a second pedal connected to the second elongated member, the first pedal being engageable by a first appendage of an operator and the second pedal being engageable by a second appendage of the operator for moving the second elongated member between the retracted position and the extended position.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods and an apparatus used to lift a barbell. In some embodiments, the invention relates to an apparatus having a centralized handle and opposing hooks extending away from and attached to opposing ends of said handle. In other embodiments, the invention relates to methods for attaching said hooks to a barbell to assist in the performance of weight-bearing exercise and lifting.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hand-held, resistance exercise device in the form of an inelastic, strapping system to be used by two people simultaneously using the bodyweight of each user to generate a resisting force in order to develop a wide range of muscles.