Abstract: A levitating exercise wand and a method for use in therapy, exercise, and recreation is described. The method of use of a levitating exercise wand is to provide a therapeutic exercise subsequent to treatments of diseases such as lymphoma or during exercise therapy during treatment of concentration conditions such as attention deficit disorder. The levitating exercise wand has a rod having an attachment point such as a hole placed toward the upper end of the rod from the center of mass so as to maintain a vertical orientation when in motion. A string is attached to the rod and forms a closed loop. A first weight is placed at a lower end of the rod to transfer a center of gravity location. The first weight will allow the wand to have a more controlled motion rather than oscillating or vibrating in an uncontrolled fashion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an exercise device generally comprising a mounting element, an exercise element mounted to the mounting element, and a retractable securing element for removably securing the device to a chair. The exercise device of the present invention may be used by a user while seated in a chair and is relatively small, light weight and easily stored.

Abstract: A chiropractic exerciser device designed to permit a person to hang upside-down from the waist or hips. The chiropractic exerciser consists of three main parts or elements that include handles, a main body including a hang bar, and an upright hang-bar. The first element are handles connected to a step-up bar and inner legs which facilitate additional stretching and exercising positions. The step-up bar feature allows individuals of any height to use the device. The second element is the main body or base, which includes the hang bar that permits a person to hang upside down. The third element is the upright hang-bar which is designed for pull-ups and hanging thereby allowing the vertebrae to straighten and re-align. The upright hang-bar can be used as a static upright hang-bar permitting standard chin-ups, or it can be used with a spring mechanism.

Abstract: An inflatable device can be used for physical therapy, conditioning or training. The device has a support platform and a flexible member. The flexible member is affixed to, and has a bowl-shaped distention projecting from, one side of the platform. This flexible member is inflatable to a pressure for supporting a person. The device is inflated before placing at least some of the weight of a person on the device. When the person wishes to later change the characteristics of the device, the pressure in the inflatable device can be changed to change its stability.

Abstract: A magnet has a north pole and a south pole. The magnetic force of the north pole of a magnet attracts the south pole of another magnet. The magnetic force of the north pole of a magnet repels the north pole of other magnet. The magnet exercise tube uses the nature of the attractive force and the repelling force of the magnet to create a resistance for exercising muscles. A magnet exercise tube consists of one small inner magnet tube, an in-between separation plastic tube and one larger outer magnet tube to create the resistance for exercising muscles. The larger the magnet exercise tube is, the greater the resistance will be created.

Abstract: The objective of this invention is to provide an exercise aid device which can be used for various kinds of exercise and which enables the user to perform aerobic exercise safely and comfortably at the level best suited to that person, and a method which employs this device. In order to achieve this object, the level of intensity of aerobic exercise which is most suitable for the person is considered to be 80% of the AT (Anaerobic Threshold) value as determined by analyzing the pulse rate while that person is exercising. The pulse wave is detected by this headphone-type exercise aid device. The pulse rate is measured at the superficial temporal artery, which is near the right ear. The pulse wave is detected by a sensor of either an optical sensor or an ultrasonic blood velocity meter. Once the optimal exercise is calculated, it is transmitted to the exerciser as the corresponding rhythm through the fitness headphone for maintaining the optimal exercise.

Abstract: A multipurpose exercise and stretching apparatus includes a leverage system and a base platform. The leverage system includes a first component having a plurality of spaced apart horizontal bars; a second component having a foot support and at least one foot stirrup for supporting a foot; a third component having at least one lower grasping bar in a spaced apart relationship to the foot support component; a fourth component having a pair of opposed vertically extending angled grasping bars; a fifth component having a plurality of spaced apart horizontally extending overhead bars mounted on at least one overhead support member; and a sixth component having a plurality of spaced apart angled overhead bars.

Abstract: The exerciser has a pair of arcuate posts having lower footrests for resting on the ground, and a U-shape spacer bar, mounted to the top ends of the arcuate posts for free abutting against an upright wall. The two posts therefore remain substantially parallel to each other and to the upright wall. The posts are provided with notches distributed along their length, in a horizontally registering pair of which a push-up bar may be inserted for support of the push-up bar at a selected height over ground. The exerciser takes minimal ground space, yet allows may different types of exercises to be performed by an individual.

Abstract: A recreational air board used for “surf-bouncing” on a trampoline. The board is made of at least one soft cushioning layer and a support layer. The cushioning layer provides protection against damage caused to the trampoline and other objects by impact with the board. The cushioning layer also minimizes the risk of injury to the user. The support layer provides stiffness to the board so that the board maintains its proper form. The board may be fastened to a user's feet by a pair of elastic cords. The elastic cords form loops to receive a user's feet and are attached to the board through openings in the board. The elastic cords can stretch to snugly fit different sized feet without the need for special boots and bindings.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a swing trainer apparatus for the teaching of a sport player the power “follow-through” of a swing to hit a ball or puck. The swing trainer apparatus comprises a supportable frame and a plurality of webs supported from the frame. The webs defining a swing zone through which the training player must fully empower and continue his/her swing, to order to practice and improve that swing. The webs are made of an elongated flexible material and hang downwardly from the frame.

Abstract: A base member for an exercise device made up of a single member or flat plate. A single tubular member or an array of tubular members may be supported on a plate and fixed to it. The tubular member has slots in its sides extending from the top to the bottom. A cylindrical receptor having radially extending lugs may be inserted in the tubular member with the lugs slidably received in the slots. When the lugs pass the lower end of the tube, the receptor can be rotated bringing the lugs under the lower end of the tubular member thereby locking the receptor in the tubular member. A pin through the flange member into the channel can provide a permanent lock. The flange member provides space to hold material or a space for a seal. An exercise connector post device can be received in the receptor and fins on the inside periphery of the receptor engage fins holding the post against rotation. The receptor also has a series of vertical and horizontal slots which the post can engage or be fastened to.

Abstract: An exercise system for one or more persons including a frame, at least one game element, at least one striking member operable by a person to engage the game element, and a resistance system connected to the striking member for resisting the movement of the striking member as it is operated by the person, whereby the person performs exercise while operating the striking member to exchange the game element.

Abstract: A travel-size exercise device used in pairs to induce muscle-building effect on both upper and lower body comprising an elongated length-reducible rigid member (100) attached to an elongated flexible foot traction member (106). A set of holding provisions comprise a primary handle (44) forming a T-connection due-top on rigid member (100), and an auxiliary handle (54) forming a perpendicular protrusion midwards on member (100). A set of limb-fastening provisions comprise an ankle strap (110) mounted at right angles upwards on rigid member (100), and a corresponding knee support (112) layered upon auxiliary handle (54). Rigid member.(110) has a bottom end engaged to a revolving shoe (62) removably capped with a friction-tip (64) for stable ground engagement.

Abstract: A leg exercising apparatus for persons requiring less strenuous exercise in a supine position, comprising two rotatable posts involving springs and having heel cups positionable at different heights, the posts being integrated with a base and mat. Another embodiment provides two doubled posts with greater durability and adjustability in strength resistance, but limited in leg movement.

Abstract: An exercise device for strengthening the muscles of the pelvis, particularly the collective group of muscles involved in human sexual response, which are also important for controlling the evacuation of the intestines and the bladder. This exercise device focuses on increasing the strength, tone and endurance of these muscles. The device comprises a longitudinally extending member that includes a blunt head portion and a compressible shaft portion. The first end of the shaft portion is juxtaposed with the head portion. The first end of the shaft portion has an outwardly extending retaining slope formed thereon, particularly when the device is received within a pelvic body cavity and the muscles of the pelvic floor are at rest. The retaining slope is engageable with the retaining edge of the adjacent pelvic floor muscle platform of that pelvic body cavity to facilitate intracorporal retention within the pelvic body cavity.

Abstract: An exercising machine for developing multiple muscle groups by combining three distinct exercise elements into a single attenuated movement. The device includes a bifurcated support base having an upstanding support post. A pair of bipolar pivoting arms extending from a central support bracket pivotally secured to support post. Axially resistant handgrips extending from the respective pivoted arms. Resilient elements interconnecting the bipolar arms, support brackets and support posts. A bench being positioned for user engagement in spaced relation to said respective handgrips.

Abstract: A medical appliance for assisting in the performance of exercises for regaining lost range of motion in a previously traumatized knee joint of the leg of a patient having a planer leg support with a first end and a second end, the leg support further having a cushion attached on the first end thereof, the cushion surrounding the first end of the planer support and being further adapted for fitment adjacent to and behind the knee joint to support and locate the lower leg for performance of exercises, and an elongate stretcher removably attachable to the to the leg support whereby the patient may apply force to the to the stretcher increasing the range of movement in the previously traumatized knee.

Abstract: A device comprising two rollers, mounted onto a frame comprised of two tubular bars set opposite to and parallel with each other into either end of a perpendicular central bar. Setting the two rollers onto this frame, which has the appearance of a broad capital “I”, involves each roller having a single thin metal rod fitted precisely through the center of their cores, thus creating spindle points. [In an alternative embodiment of the roller design, the spindles are two shorter rods set protruding perpendicularly from ‘lids’ which snap firmly onto a central cylinder.

Abstract: An infant exerciser includes a base plate, a turntable rotatably coupled to the base plate, and a mounting plate removably coupled to the turntable. A chair support assembly is coupled to the mounting plate. The chair support assembly receives a chair to couple the chair to the mounting plate. A foot actuating assembly is coupled to the mounting plate and is positioned adjacent the chair support assembly. The foot actuating assembly has a platform member for being actuated by feet of the infant when the infant is seated in the chair. A drive assembly is coupled to the mounting plate such that the foot actuating assembly is positioned between the chair support assembly and the drive assembly. The drive assembly is actuatable by the platform member and engages the base plate such that actuation of the drive assembly rotates the turntable with respect to the base plate.

Abstract: A piece of jewelry designed to adorn and decorate the pelvic region of a human female. The piece of jewelry comprises an anchor member which is worn within the vagina, a decorative charm and a connecting chain long enough to permit the decorative charm to lie outside the labia comfortably. The piece of jewelry is also an ornamental device which provides the wearer a means to exercise her pubococcygeus muscle.

Abstract: Both feet-used arch swinging exerciser includes a hollow housing, a driving unit and an arch swinging mechanism. The driving has a rotary output shaft on which a rotary block is disposed. A driving rod extends from the rotary block. The arch swinging mechanism includes an arch swinging member and an extension rack for resting both feet of a user. The arch swinging exerciser is swung through a unique arch swinging path so that the arch swinging exerciser not only can horizontally swing and exercise both feet, but also can intermittently vertically exercise both feet. Therefore, the feet are more smoothly exercised to eliminate the tiredness of the feet and expedite blood circulation of the feet, legs and waist of the user. In addition, the safety in use of the arch swinging exerciser can be ensured.

Abstract: A device for performing exercises that employs an anchoring structure, a support beam, and a suspended target. The anchoring structure may be, but is not limited to, a base or clamp. If a clamp is used, the height of the target is varied by attaching the clamp at different heights along a vertical edge. If a base is used, then the height is varied by inserting the support beam into openings vertically disposed upon a pole that is inserted into the base.

Abstract: An inexpensive, compact and portable device useful for assisting a person to stretch his/her muscles. The device consists of a flexible, inelastic strap having a plurality of large loops disposed along the length of the strap and attached thereto. The loops, preferably of 1-2 inch hemp webbing, are dimensioned to fit over large portions of the body extremities during stretching such as the thigh and/or shoulder. The large size of the loops enables the user to stretch various muscles or groups of muscles without the need for grasping the device. By obviating the need for grasping the device during a stretch, a user can maintain a completely relaxed position during a stretch, employing gravity to provide a stretching force. An advantage of stretching while relaxed is that the user may effortlessly hold the stretch longer, thereby enhancing the benefit of the stretch.

Abstract: A prisoner control harness has a retractor reel with a cord leading to a cuff worn at one of the prisoner's extremities. Engageable ratchet means are provided for limiting the motion of the retractor reel and remote control means under the control of a custodian or guard, are provided for activating the ratchet so that if the custodian needs to disable the prisoner, a signal from the remote control activates the ratchet so that the cord reels in but will not reel out, limiting the prisoner's ability to escape.

Abstract: A training apparatus has a primary frame structure including a pair of base members, first and second vertical post assemblies each including a lower vertical post member attachable to a respective base member and an upper vertical post member telescopically received within the lower vertical post members and selectively positionable relative thereto to adjust a height of a top end of the upper vertical post member, and a horizontal cross beam assembly including a pair of elongate cross beam members. The top ends of the upper vertical post members are provided with receptacles for receipt of outboard ends of the cross beam members so that the horizontal cross beam assembly spans between the spaced apart vertical post assemblies at a selected, adjusted height above the floor.

Abstract: An abdominal exerciser device includes a self-standing casing that freely movably supports an exercising member such as a ball with an exposed surface protruding upward from the casing for contacting a user's body part. The device also includes a hollowed cover connecting to the casing to protect the exposed surface from outside environment when the device is unused, and a handgrip for hand-carrying the same. The device can include a carrier having an adjustment member mounted thereon to adjust position of the casing relative to the carrier.

Abstract: An abdominal exercise device that includes a bendable, contoured, cushion surface upon which the user may properly perform sit-ups, stomach crunches, etc. The exercise device also includes strap assemblies and elastic resistance bands to allow the user to perform other exercises.

Abstract: A device for varying, in an exercise apparatus, forces and movements between a movement organ and resistive means, comprises a pulley; a movable structure, bearing a pivot pin for the rotation of the pulley, whereto is applied a traction force correlated to the muscle effort of the person performing the exercise; a cable element wound on the pulley, forming a pair of parallel branches, whereof one is connected to the resistive means, the other to a bar able to move within a guide. The device comprises selective fastening means which, in a first operative condition, anchor the bar to the guide opposing twice the force of the resistive means to the pin; and which, in the second operative condition, allow the bar to translate until it abuts against the movable structure, opposing a reaction force equal to the reaction force of the resistive means to the pin.

Abstract: A touch counter for an exercise device has a base and a movable cover. A cavity is defined along the length of the base. At least one post extends upwards from the bottom of the cavity. The movable cover is pivotally mounted in the cavity and has a circuit board and at least one switch. The display is mounted under the movable cover. The circuit board is mounted under the display. The switches are located under the movable cover and correspond to the posts.

Abstract: An abdominal exerciser device comprising a resilient rubber ball rollably engaging a plurality of ball bearings mounted inside an almost complete in height semi-spherical cavity upwardly oriented within a self-standing casing and allowing the rubber ball a free-rolling action when applied against a body part such as the abdominal, waist and/or hips effectively pressuring and massaging the muscles of the body part. One or more casings may also be mounted on absorbing materials themselves mounted onto a rigid frame structure adapted to support a user.

Abstract: Exercising cart structure including a support beam, a front wheel frame and a rear wheel frame. One end of the support beam is connected with the front wheel frame, while the other end of the support beam is reciprocally slidably fitted with the rear wheel frame. Two front wheels and two rear wheels are respectively one-way rotatably mounted at two ends of the wheel shafts of the front and rear wheel frames. In use, a user sits on the seat and holds the handlebar of the front wheel frame with two hands with both feet stepping on two lateral step pads of the front wheel frame. The user's feet first push the front wheel frame forward by a certain distance and then the user's body and hip portion exert a force onto the rear wheel frame to move the same forward relative to the front wheel frame. Therefore, by means of forcing the front and rear wheel frames to alternately separate from and get close to each other, the exercising cart can gradually move forward.

Abstract: An exercise kit includes a lightweight garment having at least a pair of elongated pockets. An elongated bent shape memory member is secured within desired ones of the pockets to provide resistance when deformed and no resistance when restored resiliently to an original shape. The method of using the kit includes performing physical activities that includes movement of at least some portion of the body sufficient to cause the plastic member to deform and to provide sufficient resistance to the movement to tone the muscles of the user experiencing such resistance.

Abstract: The exercise apparatus the AB Challenger Apparatus, is an exercise device which is comprised of light cylindrical straight and curved components, which are easily assembled by the use of cylindrical joints. The apparatus described herein is particularly recommended for strengthening all abdominal muscles, serratus anterior, chest muscles, anterior deltoids, flexor groups of the hand and leg muscles.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a sports or exercise device comprising a mounting frame and a parallelogram having left and right longitudinal bars and upper and lower cross bars, wherein the longitudinal bars are movable vertically and parallelly to one another against at least one resistance element or weight. A left hand grip and a left treading surface are assigned to the left longitudinal bar, and a right hand grip and a right treading surface are assigned to the right longitudinal bar, such that the movement of the parallelogram results in a forward movement of the left hand grip and left treading surface, or a backward motion of the right hand grip and the right treading surface.

Abstract: A method for strengthening coordination between a person's hand muscles and muscles of the lower part of a person's body. The method comprises (a) the person jumping into the air while holding a hanging article; and (b) placing while in the air the hanging article on an elevated, substantially horizontal flexible support, so that the hanging article is retained on the support after the person releases the article from his hold. The support is positioned above the extended height of the person. Also disclosed is an exercise system for strengthening coordination between a person's hand muscles and muscles of the lower part of a person's body comprising (a) an elevated substantially horizontal flexible support; and (b) a hanging article, wherein the support is positioned above the extended height of the person.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus and method utilizes a flywheel mounted on a rotatable axle. The user exercises by accelerating and decelerating the rotation of the flywheel. For example, a line which wraps around the axle provides a mechanism for accelerating and decelerating the flywheel when a user applies a pulling force to the line. The inertia of the flywheel resists the user applied pulling force and provides the exercise mechanism. Preferably, spool mounted on the axle and variable pivot locations provide a mechanism for easily varying the exercise resistance.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for use by a person to perform leg stretching exercises. In one embodiment, the device comprises a first support member, a second support member, a third support member and a fourth support member. Each of the first, second, third and fourth support members. Each of the first, second, third and fourth support members further comprise first and second mounting portions. Each of the first, second, third, and fourth support members further comprise a leg support member moveable by the person from the first mounting portion to the second mounting portion. The first support member is engaged to the second support member. The second support member is engaged to the third support member. The third support member is engaged to the fourth support member. The fourth support member is engaged to the first support member.

Abstract: A portable folding exercise apparatus has left and right side frames pivotably attached to a cross brace. Handgrips on the side frames are useful for performing traditional dips and knee raises, with the apparatus in an upright position. A cross brace has a pair of parallel handgrips useful for performing close parallel regular push-ups, tricep dips, abdominal crunches, arm curls, hammer curls, and shoulder presses. The exercise apparatus is preferably formed of welded steel tubing, and is sufficiently rigid to resist excessive bending or deflection during use, even under extreme loads generated by heavy users. Quick release pins lock the side frames into an open position for use and may lock the side frames into a closed position for transport or storage.

Abstract: This invention provides an inexpensive athletic exercising system for development of muscles of the athlete to increase the velocity and strength of movement of a body member away from an initial position toward a further position employing in a preferred embodiment of the invention a set of two magnetic members for magnetic retention together with a predetermined magnetic force. The first magnetic member is affixed to an athletic vehicle, such as a tennis racquet, ball bat or hockey stick, to be manipulated by said athlete. The second magnetic member is positioned at a restrained position from which an athletic stroke is initiated for magnetic retention together with the first magnetic member. This system permits an athlete to develop strength and speed in muscular reaction over an athletic stroke by manual manipulation of the athletic vehicle to overcome the predetermined magnetic force while permitting a substantially unimpeded follow through stroke after the initial magnetic force is overcome.

Abstract: A stretch exercise device is molded in one piece of a material having the physical properties of a soft, flexible, deformable rubber. Two elongate, spaced apart side members extend along a long axis. Many finger grips or rungs are arranged parallel to one another attached at their ends to the side members. The rungs are spaced apart by a distance small enough so that a hand grasping a first rung may reach out with some fingers to reach an adjacent rung without first releasing a secure grip on the first rung. This enables a user to exert continuously increasing tension in stretching exercises. Grooves on the rungs and grooves on the side members provide finger gripping surfaces to facilitate this progressive tensioning movement.

Abstract: A multiple station exercise and stretching apparatus is described. A first exercise station includes a plurality of spaced apart horizontal bars. A second exercise station includes a foot support and at least one horizontally extending grasping bar. A third exercise station includes at least one foot stirrup and at least one horizontally extending bar which is in a spaced apart relationship to the foot support. A fourth exercise station has an upper grasping member having bars which angle in a rearward and downward direction and at least one lower grasping device which is positioned at an angle to the upper grasping device. A fifth exercise station includes a plurality of vertically extending bars. A sixth exercise station includes a plurality of angled overhead bars. Each station preferably includes a support platform having a first angled mat which angles upwardly from a midline and a second angled mat which angles upwardly in an opposite direction from the first angled mat.

Abstract: A shoe, preferably an athletic shoe, with an attachment designed to give people who have just begun an exercise program, and have not yet achieved sufficient flexibility to be able to comfortably touch their toes, something to grab onto that is attached to the toes of their shoes. The attachment consists of two side members that go on each side of the shoe from the toe to the opening for the leg, and a front piece and several cross-pieces connecting the side members, like rungs on a ladder. The side members, front piece and cross-pieces can be sewn together, or cut from one piece of material. The front piece is sewn to the toe of the shoe or otherwise permanently attached. A person using the invention may begin by reaching the cross-piece furthest from the toe, and work his or her way downward, one rung at a time, until they are able to touch their toes. The side members may be removably attached to the shoe by strips of hook and loop fasteners, when the attachment is not in use.

Abstract: An exercise device for strengthening the muscles of the pelvis, particularly the collective group of muscles involved in human sexual response, which are also important for controlling the evacuation of the intestines and the bladder. This exercise device focuses on increasing the mass, strength and tone of these muscles. The device comprises a pair of longitudinally extending members that are connected to one another at their first ends. The opposing second ends of these members are movable between an open position and a closed position, but are biased toward the open position providing resistance to movement toward the closed position. In the open position the second ends of the members are spaced apart from one another further than the first ends of the members are spaced apart from one another. The device is sized and configured to be received within the vaginal and anal cavities of the human body to exercise the groups of muscles related thereto.

Abstract: An exercise equipment prophylactic covering system, for use in preventing bodily contact with exercise equipment, and thereby preventing contact with bodily fluids from previous users of said exercise equipment. The system includes a seat cover, a single open ended tubular cover, a double open ended tubular cover, and a bicycle handle bar cover. The seat cover is preferably used on any type of seat, said cover attaching over the top of the seat back. The double open ended tubular cover is preferably used on any bar which does not have an open end or forms a continuous part of an exercise machine, such as the handle bars on step machines and the like. The single open ended tubular cover is preferably used on any equipment which provides an open ended handgrip, such as a pull down bar, dumbbells, barbells, and the like. The bicycle handle bar cover secures over the handle bars of a spinning bicycle.

Abstract: An exercise machine for low impact exercise of a person. The machine has a base and a support post extending from the rearward end of the base. Two leg members divergently extend generally downward from a first forward facing pivot point for pivoting about a first axis perpendicular to the support post. A planar foot support is on each leg member and extends forward from the support post. Two arm members divergently extend generally upward from a second forward facing pivot for pivoting about a second axis parallel to the first axis. A handle is on each arm member. The arm members are pivotally joined to the leg members and the second axis slides vertically in engagement with the support post.

Abstract: A device and method is shown for invoking a muscle's natural involuntary, reflexive response or stretch reflex by imparting a sudden increase in load on the muscle over a defined period of time from a predetermined base load at which the muscle has assumed a baseline tonus, and over a predetermined amplitude of motion. The muscle is stimulated by cycling the load with a frequency of between 1 and 60 Hz, or more preferably between 10 and 30 Hz, and an amplitude of displacement of the muscle between 2 and 50 mm, or more preferably between 5 and 10 mm. The force input to the muscle can be provided by either the mass of the body to which the muscle is connected or by an external mass or resistance to motion. A seesaw platform can be oscillated in a vertical direction at the correct frequency and amplitude.

Abstract: Disclosed is an entertainment and exercise device which allows exercise by placing it on a person's body and swiveling the body. The entertainment and exercise device has a flexible circular belt and a turning member rotating along the periphery of the belt. When the user wears the entertainment and exercise device on his body and swivels the body, the turning member rotates about the belt, thereby the user obtains an exercise effect and a finger-pressure effect. Also, the entertainment and exercise device of the present invention is convenient to carry and store, thereby being used for exercise irrespective of the exercising area.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a fitness device which includes a seat, a telescoping means which is attached to the seat at a terminal portion thereof by a pivot means and a support means which is attached to a second terminal portion of the telescoping means. The fitness device is adapted to support the hands and feet of a user who desires to stretch, strengthen and condition various muscle groups in the user's body.

Abstract: A stretching and exercise apparatus (10) includes a pair of parallel legs (11a, 11b) having first ends and second ends. The first ends of the legs define arcuate rocker portions (12a, 12b) having straight distal ends (22a, 22b). A top crosspiece (16) is secured transversely across the legs is attached. The apparatus further includes a pair of handgrips (20a, 20b) that extend generally perpendicularly from the legs pointing in the same direction as the straight distal ends. Optionally, a lower crosspiece (18) may be provided across the legs in parallel with the top crosspiece. Preferably, the top crosspiece is pivotally attached to the legs for selective angular adjustment, and the handgrips and the lower crosspiece are slidably attached to the legs for selective longitudinal positioning. The axis of rotation of the rocker portions closely coincides with the pivot axis of a person's hip joint. The apparatus is used to provide support, control, and leverage during various stretching exercises.

Abstract: A series of open dumbbell shaped connectors, each with a male end and each with a female end, sized so that a male end may be snapped into a female end to form a series that may be connected at each to a handle, with the series having sufficient resistance to movement of the handles that forearms and wrists may be reasonably exercised to develop and maintain muscle tone by a user twisting and coiling the series.