Abstract: A weightlifting apparatus includes a weight belt having a body portion extending between opposed first and second ends. The weight belt includes a strap that extends away from a first end and includes a buckle proximate the second end, said strap and buckle being configured to engage about a weightlifter's waist or released to be removed from the weightlifter's waist. The strap and buckle combination may include hook and loop fasteners, prongs and holes, or a lever buckle configuration. Further, a plurality of fasteners, such as D-rings, may be mounted to sidewalls of the body portion and configured for attachment of auxiliary weightlifting equipment. A multi-segment support pad is positioned on an inner surface of a rear portion of the weightlifting belt to support a lumbar region of the weightlifter's back.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a fall protection system. The fall protection system includes a lanyard defining a first end, a second end, and a third end. The lanyard includes a one-piece webbing including a first portion including the first end and a second portion including the second end. The second portion is continuous with the first portion at the third end. The lanyard further includes a main connected portion connecting the first portion to the second portion proximal to the third end. The fall protection system further includes a truss extending between the first portion and the second portion and connected to each of the first portion and the second portion. The truss is disposed proximal to the main connected portion, such that the main connected portion is disposed between the third end and the truss.

Abstract: A wearable exercise apparatus may include one or more of: a torso support including an abdominal frame, a chest frame, a shoulder frame, a back frame, an arm frame, a first guide, a wrist frame, a second guide, a glove, a dial rotatably connected to the chest frame, a string connected to the dial, at least partially wound around the dial, and passing through an inner space of each of the torso support and the first guide, and an elastic band having one end connected to the string and the other end connected to the wrist frame or the glove, passing through an inner space of each of the arm frame and the second guide, and extending or contracting by a tension of the string.

Abstract: A strength training grip device including at least two joined segments, the joined segments dimensioned to at least partially surround a handlebar of a weight training equipment. Each segment includes an inner surface and at least one force sensor disposed across the inner surface, the at least one force sensor to measure force in at least one direction.

Abstract: A weight plate may be provided with an inner face configured for mounting on the outer surface of a bar and a securing mechanism arranged adjacent the inner face for selectively securing and unsecuring the weight plate relative to the bar. The securing mechanism may be capable of being locked in a secured condition with the weight plate secured to the bar and being locked in an unsecured condition with the weight plate unsecured from the bar. A control apparatus for the securing mechanism may be operable to switch the securing mechanism between the secured and unsecured conditions, and may include a trigger operable, with the securing mechanism in the unsecured condition, to switch the securing mechanism to be locked in the secured condition, and a handle operable, with the securing mechanism in the secured condition to switch the securing mechanism to be locked in the unsecured condition.

Abstract: A limb exercise machine includes a first transmission unit and a second transmission unit. A left-hand control member, as well as a right-foot control member, is connected to the first transmission unit. The left-hand control member and the right-foot control member are pulled by the first transmission unit to be moved synchronously. A right-hand control member, as well as a left-foot control member, is connected to the second transmission unit. The right-hand control member and the left-foot control member are pulled by the second transmission unit to be moved synchronously.

Abstract: An adapter assembly for releasably connecting an accessory connector to an exercise rope is provided. The assembly comprises a connection part being formed by a first portion and a second portion, each having a bottom end and top end, wherein the first and the second portion of the connection part forms, at its bottom end, a cavity configured to receive an end portion of said rope, and wherein the top end of the connection part is configured to releasably connect the accessory connector.

Abstract: A cable hook for fixing a rebound mat to a trampoline frame by means of two elastic elements and at least one flexible strap element has a housing with four receivers, wherein each elastic element has two free ends, each of which has a clamping element enlarging the periphery of the elastic element. A clamping element is inserted in each receiver. The cable hook has a cable hook body which is closed in the peripheral direction transversely to the fixing direction, wherein in each case two receivers are separated centrally by a receiving cavity in the cable hook body through which a clamping element can be passed. The cable hook has two terminating pieces which can each be inserted in a respective receiving cavity, and each has a cover rounding pointing away from the cable hook housing and oriented towards each other.

Abstract: In one embodiment a fitness device is disclosed. The fitness device may include a central handle having a body with a central aperture through the body. The device may also include a first end cap having a ring removably coupled to the central handle at a first location and a second end cap having a ring removably coupled to the central handle at a second location, opposite the first location.

Abstract: A workout bench having a bench and a support frame having at least one vertical support member and at least one horizontal member having a first foot member end and a second foot member end, one or more band mounts configured to affix thereto the support frame, the one or more frame band mounts having one or more band adjustment slots, the one or more frame band mounts includes at least one vertical frame band mount configured to affix thereto the at least one vertical support member, and at least two horizontal frame band mounts, a first horizontal frame band mount configured to affix thereto the first foot member end and a second horizontal frame band mount configured to affix thereto the second foot member end, one or more resistance bands with spaced raised stops configured to adjustably catch therein the one or more band adjustment slots, and a handle.

Abstract: An End Platform for an Exercise Machine for increased support of an exerciser's spine, neck and head which allows for an expanded scope of exercises that cannot otherwise be performed on the machine without the improved platform. The End Platform for an Exercise Machine generally includes a novel, ergonomically improved stationary platform affixed to at least one opposed end of a substantially longitudinal exercise machine that includes at least a resistance biased reciprocating platform. The improved end platform provides for increased support of exercisers' spine, neck and head, thereby allowing for an expanded scope of exercises that cannot otherwise be performed on the machine without the improved platform, and further provides for the attachment of new and novel exercise equipment accessories to the exercise machine.

Abstract: A portable exercise device designed to efficiently and safely exercise the gluteal, hamstring and calf muscles. The exercise device is an inclined platform with an elongated resistance band attached to both sides of the upper surface of the inclined platform, providing resistance from the sides of the platform. An additional raised support is provided on the inclined platform, as well as resistance originating from within the platform, which optimizes the concentric and eccentric phase of every squat and lunge for maximal strength and hypertrophy of the muscles. The combination of the inclined platform with resistance from the sides and from the platform itself allows the user to conduct a variety of exercises for strengthening the muscles of the lower body.

Abstract: A resistance harness that allows 360° of resistance around the body. The strap design allows rings to slide from anterior to posterior or medial to lateral. The rings enable concentric, eccentric, or isometric resistance. This sliding ability allows for resistance to be constant in one direction or changeable. As the ring slides under tension, the muscular recruitment needed to resist will change as the force angle of the ring slides and changes position around the body.

Abstract: A modular structure for performing physical exercises incorporates a gripping system that slides along a surface of the modular structure. The gripping system allows for varying height of an anchoring point where different types of resistance bands or ropes are attached. The modular structure is adaptable, easy to use, and has plurality of exercise stations that can be used simultaneously.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a simulator system and method for exercising the limbs of a user confined to the wheelchairs. The method of rehabilitation of the user includes providing a simulator system mountable on the wheelchair, configuring various parameters associated with a gear motor, and a pair of pedals using a user interface device, configuring the pedals in a specific direction and position, initiating exercise by using the user interface device, monitoring a set of information related to pedaling during or after the exercise on the user interface device, receiving the parameters associated with the gear motor, the pair of pedals from the user interface device, and sensors, analyzing the parameters received from the sensors and the user interface device, and generating corrective commands based on the analysis of the received parameters.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus including a stationary exercise apparatus and a lever arm pivotably biased about a pivot axis. A support supports the lever arm above the stationary exercise apparatus, and a biasing device rotatably biases the lever arm with respect to the support about the pivot axis. The pivot axis extends substantially in a vertical direction, and the stationary exercise apparatus is a treadmill.

Abstract: According to various embodiments, there is provided a plank exercise device including a support portion adapted to receive arms or hands of a person and adapted to receive a display device, a destabilizer connected to the support portion, and a stationary base adapted to hold the destabilizer.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an exercising apparatus for individuals with spinal injuries including; a frame having a vertically adjustable vertical standard; a forked base having a space defined in the forked base for receiving a wheelchair; a resistance assembly pivotally attached to the vertical standard having a vertical position, and a horizontal position so that an individual can use the exercise apparatus while sitting in a wheelchair in the vertical position and while inclined on a horizontal surface in the horizontal position; and, a resistance member included in the resistance assembly to increase the amount of force needed to rotate the resistance assembly. The invention can include a first pedal assembly for being rotated by hand and a second pedal assembly linked to the first pedal assembly so that when the first pedal assembly is rotated, the second pedal assembly rotates. The forked base can be disposed under the horizontal surface in the horizontal position.

Abstract: A plank support exercise apparatus and related methods is provided. The plank support exercise apparatus has a hand grip and a frame extending from the hand grip. At least one arm support pad is connected to the frame, wherein a distance between the hand grip and the at least one arm support pad is adjustable. A ground-interface surface is positioned along at least a portion of the frame.

Abstract: A leg muscle, abdominal muscle, and spinal exercise device adapted for imparting curvature to a lumbar or sacral spine of a user and for manipulating the spine and intervertebral discs with decompression force includes a frame for placement on a floor. The frame has a top surface and a bottom surface, wherein the top surface and bottom surface are in a spaced apart relationship forming a hollow portion there between. At least one inflatable bladder is carried by the top surface of the frame. A body strap attachment passes through the frame in non-fixed relationship and is partially disposed within the hollow portion for encompassing the user's thoracic-sacral spinal region and securing said frame. An elongate stirrup strap member is attachable to the body strap attachment thereby connecting to the user's spinal region. A stirrup is attachable to the stirrup strap member distal end.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus comprising a base; a supporting surface carried by the base, the supporting surface to receive a weight bearing portion of a user's body; a support frame carried by the base; a stationary pelvic belt receiving frame carried by the support frame; a pelvic belt rotatably received within the stationary pelvic belt receiving frame and configured to securely receive a pelvic area of the user's body for rotation therewith; and one or more mechanical force resistors carried by the support frame and operably coupled to the pelvic belt so as to impart resistance to rotation of the pelvic belt relative to the stationary pelvic belt receiving frame.

Abstract: The weight exercising harness is adapted for use with a dip belt. The weight exercising harness is adapted for use with one or more weight plates. The weight exercising harness is an apparatus that attaches the one or more weight plates to the dip belt. The weight exercising harness is adapted for use with a person. The weight exercising harness comprises a thigh segment, a knee segment, a leg cushion, and a lock pin. The thigh segment attaches to the knee segment using the lock pin. The leg cushion is mounted on the exterior of the thigh segment for the purpose of protecting both legs of the person.

Abstract: A device in connection with exercise, includes a base body (1) and elements (11) for applying the base body (1) in the fold of the knee of a user. The base body (1) includes two supporting surfaces (5, 7) that form an intermediate angle (?) that is in the interval 70°<?<110°, and that the elements to apply the base body (1) on a user (A) include at least one band (11) that may form or forms a closed loop relative to the base body (1).

Abstract: A multi-axis adjustable exercise machine which is pivotable about both a pitch axis and a roll axis with respect to a base for allowing an exerciser to perform a wide range of exercises on a pitched or rolled exercise machine. The multi-axis adjustable exercise machine generally includes an exercise machine which is adjustable with respect to a base. The exercise machine may be pivoted about a roll axis to adjust the roll angle of the exercise machine or may be pivoted about a pitch axis to adjust the pitch angle of the exercise machine. One or more actuators may be connected between the base and the exercise machine to effectuate the pivoting of the exercise machine about either or both axes with respect to the base.

Abstract: A treadmill exercise machine may include a frame having a base and upright supports extending upward from a base. A handlebar assembly may be rotatably connected proximate the distal ends of the upright supports. The handlebar assembly may be moved from a non-deployed position to an upright locked position accessible to a user to grasp and pull down on an overhead hand bar of the handlebar assembly to reduce the weight load transmitted to the user's lower body.

Abstract: A device for performing ankle-based inversion therapy, based on the method established by gravity boots. The device includes a mounting component at its top which enables attachment to support bars, while the primary loop of the device is adjustable in size and conforms to the ankle. A handle and extension are used to enter the inverted posture and to open the primary loop upon exit. Grip loops on the outside of the primary loop are used to manipulate the device with opposite toes during use.

Abstract: A multiple exercise medicine ball including a medicine ball body having core, a pair of diametrically opposed indents in an outer wall thereof, and a pair of u-shaped handles which extend from the indents and can be raised for use as a dumbbell, a barbell and a curl bar. A pair of cylindrical bars, rotatably disposed in a pair of channels in the core and extending outwardly through a center of the indents, can be gripped while the user in a pushup exercise position to perform an abdominal wheel exercise. An inverted substantially u-shaped grip member, which extends from atop the medicine ball, is used for kettlebell fitness training. A 360 degree rotatable motion ball protrudes from a bottom side of the medicine ball body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to exercise apparatuses, systems and methods of using the same. Specifically, the exercise apparatuses and system utilize one or a plurality of multifunctional straps and grips to provide the ability to use the same in a plurality of ways. The purpose of the present invention is to provide a user with a great number of exercises for strengthening and health that the user can perform anywhere.

Abstract: A rotatable handle for a dumbbell bar for allowing hand rotation to reduce the risk of shoulder injury includes a first plate that has an upper face and a lower face, and a second plate that has a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom surface is pivotally coupled to the upper face, such that the first plate and second plate are freely rotatable. A grip is positioned on the lower face, such that the grip is configured for grasping by the hand of a user. A clamp is coupled to and positioned on the top surface. The clamp is complimentary to a dumbbell bar, such that the clamp is configured to secure the second plate to the dumbbell bar.

Abstract: A planking device for assisting in the performance of a plank exercise. The device comprises a pair of padded arm rests coupled to a front crossbar. The front crossbar has an electronic timer operative for measuring the plank exercise duration, the timer coupled to the front crossbar. A pair of grips extend upwardly near the front of each arm rest, the grips have a starter button for selectively activating and deactivating the timer, the timer selectively activated when a plank exercise is initiated, the timer selectively deactivated when the plank exercise is completed, the timer measuring the duration of the plank exercise.

Abstract: An exercise device is formed of inelastic, fixed length, substantially rigid straps connected in a T-shaped configuration so as to define an anchor member and two support members. An anchor loop is fixed to the outer end of the anchor member for securing a weighted member thereon or for securing to various stationary objects. A hand grip is coupled to the outer end of each support member such that the user must exert additional effort during various exercises to maintain proper position of their hands relative to one another.

Abstract: A treadmill exercise machine may include a frame having a base and upright supports extending upward from at a forward end of the base. Horizontal arms connected proximate the upper ends of the supports may extend generally toward the rear end of the base. A handlebar assembly may be rotatably connected proximate the distal ends of the arms. The handlebar assembly may be moved from a non-deployed position to an upright locked position accessible to a user to grasp and pull down on an overhead hand bar of the handlebar assembly to reduce the weight load transmitted to the user's lower body.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus including a frame, and a cushion adjacent to the frame having a surface. The exercise apparatus further includes a harness wearable by the user and a resistance member extending between the harness and the frame and where the tension within the resistance member is variable.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus that is mountable to a substrate, having a channel, a belt, and at least one buckle. The buckle has a bottom portion that is adapted to fit within the channel such that the buckle can move along the channel and resist moving in either perpendicular direction. The buckle has a top portion that includes an opening for attaching exercise equipment and at least one cam. The cam is selectively engaged with the belt such that when the cam is disengaged, the buckle can be moved along the belt and when engaged, the buckle resists movement with respect to the belt.

Abstract: An adjustable band peg assembly is for exercise equipment in an exercise zone where a user performs exercises. The assembly comprises a housing and a band peg that is connected to the housing so as to be selectively movable between an active position wherein the band peg extends into the exercise zone and an inactive position wherein the band peg is retracted away from the exercise zone.

Abstract: A weight training barbell system provides modifiable barbells that facilitate the attachment of plate weights, various elastic straps, inelastic bands, handles, grips, and connectors, in a compact space saving design. The weight training barbell system incorporates various features that allow it to perform specialized exercises that provide same or greater intensity from a workout using lower weights. The weight training barbell system accomplishes this through the use of specialized components that permit a user to redistribute weight along the length of the bar and components that add resistance, in more than one direction, while lifting the bar. The weight training barbell system can be utilized to perform compression lifting exercises, offset lifting exercises, and self spotting exercises.

Abstract: A fitness garment or suit comprises at least one of a jacket or pants similar to an athletic truing suit. A detachable inner lining support various types of weights in distributed pattern about body portions, generally distributing the total load between joints to provide general fitness training while the user wears the suit throughout the course of their normal activities. The inner lining does not interfere with the drape and feel of the outer garment.

Abstract: An exercise device comprising an elongate member and a pair of handles associated with the end of the elongate member. Each handle includes a grip defining a channel having two ends and an endless strap forming a loop extending through the channel. The loop is engaged with the elongate member to secure the elongate member to the handle. The exercise device may include a connector engaged with the elongate member and the handle to secure the elongate member to the handle.

Abstract: A resistance exercise device is disclosed for an amputee which includes a support assembly configured to engage the stump portion of an amputated limb. The support assembly includes a pair of circumferential support cuffs. The support assembly includes inelastic adjustable bands with the support cuffs attached to the end thereof. The harness assembly is connected to a centrally located anchor, having a spacing member, that provides for a distribution of the user's weight between the arms. The device allows the user to selectively adjust the exercise load from nearly zero resistance to the user's full body weight.

Abstract: A system for allowing a user to exercise. The system includes a platform, where the platform is configured to support a user during an exercise routine. The system also includes vibration means, where the vibration means moves the platform up and down during the exercise routine.

Abstract: An exercise ball having a transparent water level indicating system is disclosed. The exercise ball has a liquid impermeable shell which creates an interior chamber and forms a covering surface for the exercise ball. The interior chamber is filled with a fluid such as water through a valve provided on the liquid impermeable shell. The valve includes an air tight closure which prevents the leakage of the fluid during exercise. A transparent portion provided on the liquid impermeable shell of the exercise ball indicates a level of the fluid filled within the interior chamber. The transparent portion includes a plurality of markings for providing direct indication of a weight of the exercise ball. A user can directly view the level of the fluid filled in the exercise ball and thereby can read a present weight of the exercise ball with the fluid.

Abstract: An exercise bar having five linear segments wherein the segments are in bent relationship to each other that allow the user to accomplish a twist-like motion. The bar is symmetrical about a central vertical axis. The first and fifth segments of the bar are the hand-grips. The second and fourth segments each have a first end and a second end and connects to the hand grips at an angle of approximately 120 degrees to about 160 degrees at their first end. The second and fourth segments are attached at their second end to a central third segment which comprises an approximately a neck bar that is curved to fit the neck in an ergonomic fashion.

Abstract: The disclosure includes a variety of functional power grips. An exemplary grip includes a generally elongate handle portion having a gripping surface for a user, and a generally flexible member having a first end and a second end, the generally flexible member having a cross sectional dimension that is substantially the same as the handle portion, wherein the first and second ends of the generally flexible member are attached to first and second ends of the handle portion, the handle portion and generally flexible member cooperating to form a loop, and a strap disposed about the generally flexible member for attaching the functional power grip to a piece of exercise equipment.

Abstract: A system for performing proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (“PNF”) stretching. The system includes a harness portion comprising a harness strap with movably attached buckle portions and a hook receptacle surrounding the harness strap to support the harness strap when the hook receptacle is suspended. The harness strap includes a mini-strap with buckle portions extending in parallel with the harness strap. The harness strap buckle portions mate with the mini-strap buckle portions to form a double loop harness configuration, and alternatively, combine with a single loop enabler to form a single loop harness configuration. An attachment strap is configured for attachment to a fixing structure by a movably attached hooking mechanism, which varies the distance between the attaching end of the attachment strap and the hooking mechanism. The harness portion attaches to the attachment strap attached to the fixing structure to provide a user with a body support while in un-balanced positions.

Abstract: An abdominal exercise device has a kneeling pad and a roller. The kneeling pad includes a top surface and two spaced apart kneeling recesses. The kneeling recesses are formed in the top surface of the kneeling pad. The roller is positioned movably relative to the kneeling pad when in use and includes a bracket, a left handle, a right handle, a front wheel and two rear wheels. The left and right handles are attached to a middle of the bracket. The front wheel is mounted on a front of the bracket. The rear wheels are mounted on a rear of the bracket. The kneeling recesses are ergonomically designed to correspond to contours of the human knees, thereby providing a comfortable support for a user's knees. The three wheels ensure that the roller has good balanced performance such that the user can steadily operate the roller.

Abstract: A wall structure for exercising and attaching fitness and physical activity elements includes one or more modular panels configured to be fixed to a wall. The panels are configured receive at plurality of handles at various fixing positions distributed over a surface of the panel. Each panel has one more anchoring points distributed over the surface of the panel and configured for fixing accessory elements thereto.

Abstract: A portable rehab station, including left and right outriggers, each having a forward end and a rearward end, the left and right outriggers being pivotally connected at the bottom ends of the respective left and right frame members to pivot between retracted and expanded positions, the retracted position including the left and right outriggers being generally mutually parallel, and the expanded position including the left and right outriggers being spread out at an angle of between about six and ten degrees relative to each other; a front, ground-engageable caster connected to the forward end of each of the left and right outriggers and a rear, ground-engageable caster connected to the rearward end of each of the left and right outriggers; and an actuator assembly connected with the frame and operably connected with the left and right outriggers to selectively pivot the left and right outriggers between the retracted and expanded positions.

Abstract: An exercise device includes at least first and second weighted toning rings, at least one resistance cord and at least first and second clips. The first and second weighted toning rings each have a toroidal shape, an inner periphery, an outer periphery and a hook that extends outwardly from the outer periphery. The at least one resistance cord has a first end and a second end. The first clip attaches the first end of the at least one resistance cord to the hook of the first weighted toning ring and the second clip attaches the second end of the at least one resistance cord to the hook of the second weighted toning ring.

Abstract: An exercise machine cable adjustment system for providing efficient adjustment of the effective length of one or more cables. The exercise machine cable adjustment system generally includes a frame, a carriage movably positioned upon the frame and a pair of cables adjustably connected to the carriage to allow for adjustment of the effective length for each of the cables.

Abstract: An exercise device comprising at least one elastic tube, a connector engaged with the elastic tube, an enlarged element, a webbing interconnecting the enlarged element and the connector; and a handle comprising a yoke and a handgrip. The yoke defining at least one passage sized to receive the webbing and to prevent the passage therethrough of the enlarged element to releasably secure the handle to the elongate member. The elongate member may comprise a plurality of elastic tubes braided together. Each of the elastic tubes may have an enlarged end for engaging the connector. The exercise device further including a sheath disposed over the webbing extending between the connector and the enlarged element. Said one passage sized to receive the sheath and the webbing.