Abstract: An elliptical exercise machine, in one aspect of the invention, includes at least one frame member, a rear rotational mechanism associated with the at least one frame member, a first foot support member pivotally coupled to a portion of the rotational mechanism, a second foot support member pivotally coupled to another portion of the rotational mechanism, a plurality of support pads, each support pad having an engagement surface lying substantially in a first plane and a plurality of support structures, each support structure having an engagement surface lying substantially in a second plane, the first plane being at a defined angle relative to the second plane. The entire elliptical machine may be rotated through the defined angle to place the elliptical machine in a storage position. In one embodiment, the first assembly may be pivotal relative to the second assembly.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for generating electrical power from a user comprises a motion capture apparatus that captures at least a portion of motion of a pair of limbs of the user; a motion integrator mechanically coupled to the motion capture apparatus such that captured motion of the pair of limbs is transferred to the motion integrator, and the motion integrator produces an output motion; an adaptive controller, and an electrical generator mechanically coupled to the output motion of the motion integrator; wherein the electrical generator generates electrical power from the output motion of the motion integrator. The apparatus may be adapted to be carried on the user's back. In one embodiment the apparatus is incorporated into a backpack.

Abstract: A portable upper body exerciser which is compatible with walking or using a treadmill permits vigorous upper body exercise involving hands, arms, biceps, triceps, shoulders, and neck. The upper body exerciser is a harness that rests on the shoulders and/or mid back and waist of a person with a forward extension member presenting handgrips at the distal ends of a hand crank that can be rotated much as bicycle pedals are rotated by the feet. The hand crank is positionably movable and attachable anywhere along the outer surface of the forward extension member, for the convenience of the person using the portable upper body exerciser.

Abstract: A balance board adapted for riding rail-to-rail, preferably so that at least a portion of a rider's feet will be placed on the board over the elongated tube. The balance board includes an elongated, planar board having a length that exceeds a width. The balance board further includes two pair of stops mounted to an underside of the board, each pair of stops being mounted near opposite ends of the board, and each stop of the pair of stops being mounted near opposite sides of the board. The balance board further includes a traction region between each stop of each pair of stop.

Abstract: An elliptical exercise machine, in one embodiment, includes a first assembly pivotally coupled with a second assembly and at least one assist mechanism. The first assembly includes a first frame member, a rotational resistance mechanism associated with the first frame member, a first foot support member pivotally coupled to a portion of the rotational mechanism and a second foot support member pivotally coupled to another portion of the rotational mechanism. The second assembly includes a second frame member, a first reciprocating arm pivotally coupled with the second frame member, a second reciprocating arm pivotally coupled with the second frame member. In one embodiment, the assist mechanism may include a folding assist mechanism to provide resistance between the assemblies during a folding transition. In another embodiment, the assist mechanism may include a rotational assist mechanism to assist a user in transitioning the elliptical machine to an upright storage position.

Abstract: A figure trimmer comprises a chassis, a pedal set, a rotating assembly, at least a first elastic component, and at least a second elastic component. The pedal set is arranged on the chassis and is able to restrictedly rotate in horizontal and vertical direction. The rotating assembly couples to the pedal set and the chassis, so as to drive the pedal set rotating in the horizontal direction. When the pedal set rotates in the horizontal direction, the first elastic component exerts an opposite reaction force to the pedal set. When the pedal set rotates in the vertical direction, the second elastic component exerts an opposite reaction force to the pedal set.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus may provide a novel linkage assembly suitable for linking circular motion to relatively more complex, generally elliptical motion. Left and right rocker links may be rotatably mounted on a frame rotatable about a first axis. Left and right cranks may be mounted on the frame rotatable about a second axis. Left and right force receiving members may be movably connected between respective rocker links and cranks in such a manner that the force receiving members move through variable paths of motion that may change as a function of user applied force.

Abstract: An exercise device having (—) a frame, (—) left and right leg linkages, each including (i) an upper leg member pivotally coupled to the frame for pivoting about an upper pivot point, (ii) a lower leg member directly pivotally coupled to the upper leg member distal to the upper pivot point for pivoting about a lower pivot point, and (—) a foot support attached to each lower leg member distal to each respective lower pivot point. The invention characterized by a biased damping means in communication with each lower leg member via an interconnect member that defines an influence line segment, and an ergonomically synergistic spatial relationship between the influence line segment and a leg line segment defined by the upper pivot point and the lower pivot on each leg linkage.

Abstract: The integral vertical stepper is comprised by a mechanical system intended to generate a dependent and coordinated ascent and descent constant movement, sliding on an upright structure that holds the pedal system, and this in turn supports the two square profiles utilized as handles, thus achieving that all the elements work in a coordinate way, due that it unifies all its constituent elements, with the only purpose of giving stability, support and motor coordination when performing the exercises and routines proposed, thus avoiding risks and possible accidents. Also, said mechanical system is characterized by its simplicity in the design and its functional features, due that all its constituent parts are designed to carry out the adequate functions, i.e., a metal wire coated with a plastic layer, a pulley, a pedal system, two parallel rectangular profiles, two square profiles used as handles, two rails and three wheels.

Abstract: A therapeutic device includes a base and a platform supported by springs. The platform may be attached to the base by hinges. An upper platform may be rotatably attached to the platform such that it rotates about an axis located above the platforms. The upper platform may be biased by springs between the upper platform and the platform. Handlebars may also be Incorporated into the device. A variety of interchangeable. Springs may be provided to assist in adjusting the therapeutic device.

Abstract: An exercise assembly comprises a frame and elongated foot pedal members that are each movable along user-defined paths of differing dimensions. Each foot pedal member has a front portion and a rear portion. Footpads are disposed on the rear portion of one of the pair of foot pedal members. Elongated coupler arms have a lower portion and an upper portion that is pivotally connected to the frame. Crank members have a first portion that is pivotally connected to the front portion of one of the pair of foot pedal members and have a second portion that is pivotally connected to the lower portion of one of the pair of coupler arms, such that each crank member is rotatable in a circular path. Elongated rocker arms have a lower portion that is pivotally connected to one of the pair of foot pedal members in between the foot pad and the crank member and have an upper portion that is pivotally connected to the frame.

Abstract: A sport board training device for use on a support surface. The sport board training device includes a hand-portable board member having an upper surface and an opposing lower surface. A suspension member is coupled to the lower surface of the board member and is engagable with the support surface. The suspension member is transitional between a compressed position and an extended position relative to the board member as the lower surface of the board member moves toward the support surface when the suspension member is engaged with the support surface.

Abstract: A treadmill includes a frame, a support plate mounted on the frame, and a shock-absorbing structure mounted on two opposite sides of the frame. The shock-absorbing structure includes an elastic bar mounted between the frame and the support plate to support the support plate and to provide a shock-absorbing function. The elastic bar is above the frame and under the support plate and has two opposite ends each pivotally mounted between the frame and the support plate. Thus, the elastic bar is movable in a horizontal direction and is elastically bendable toward an inner side or an outer side of the support plate to increase or decrease a contact area of the elastic bar and the support plate and to change the position of the elastic bar relative to the support plate.

Abstract: An elliptical trainer includes a base, a post, a circular movement unit, two elliptical movement units and a stride-adjusting device. The post and the circular movement unit are supported on the base. Each elliptical movement unit includes a swing bar and a pedal carrier. The pedal carrier includes a front end pivotally connected to a lower end of the swing bar and a rear end pivotally connected to the circular movement unit. The stride-adjusting device includes a power unit and a lever set. The power unit is supported on the post. The lever set includes a middle portion pivotally connected to the post, an end pivotally connected to the power unit, and another end pivotally connected to the swing bars. The power unit is operable to pivot the lever set to move upper ends of the swing bars to change the strides of the elliptical movement units.

Abstract: A portable platform is disclosed that may be switched from a sliding mode to a stationary mode and back again by retracting or extending pads from the underside of the device. The embodiments may be used for a variety of purposes, including moving heavy objects, and performing fitness routines.

Abstract: An infant support structure includes a frame, at least one sliding or translating member movably coupled to the frame, a seat support, and at least one resilient member coupling the seat support and at least one translating member together. The frame contains at least two substantially parallel members that are reconfigurable in a compact configuration and an extended configuration. When the frame is configured in the extended configuration, the translating members are able to move from one end of the frame to the other, simulating an infant walker. The resilient members coupling the sliding members and seat support together enable the infant support structure to serve as an infant jumper/bouncer.

Abstract: An exercise device comprises a frame, a rotational mechanism, a left and a right coupling mechanism, and a pace-adjusting mechanism. A supporting structure is upwardly extended from the front end of the frame. The rotational mechanism is arranged at the supporting structure. The left and right coupling mechanisms are arranged at a side of the supporting structure, respectively. One end of the left and right coupling mechanism couples to the rotational mechanism, and the other end respectively comprise a left and a right pedal assembly for making a moving path. The pace-adjusting mechanism comprises a left and a right linkage assembly, a left and a right swing assembly, and a driving device. The pace-adjusting mechanism can alter the pace length of the left and right pedal assembly.

Abstract: An elliptical exercise device has guide links pivotally attached to a frame and foot support links pivotally attached to the guide links. Horizontal control links couple the guide links to a crank system and vertical control links couple the foot support links to the crank system such that rotation of the crank system moves foot receiving areas in a generally elliptical path.

Abstract: An elliptical trainer comprises a base, a rotational mechanism, a left and a right coupling mechanism, and a rising device. The rotational mechanism is arranged on the base. The left and right coupling mechanisms are arranged at a side of the rotational mechanism, respectively. One end of the left and right coupling mechanism couples to the rotational mechanism, and the other couples to a pedal making a moving path. The rising device comprises a frame, two guiders, at least a ladder component, and a driving assembly. The driving assembly comprises a motor, a screw, a tube, a linkage component, and a cable. The tube has internal thread to engage with the screw. The linkage component couples with the tube, and the cable couples with the linkage component and the ladder component.

Abstract: A reversible walking slide mill for a person seeking walking or jogging exercise has first and second plastic molded slide mill platforms horizontally interlockable to each other in side by side arrangement as for one platform for each person's foot. The platforms are disconnectable as to reduce width when in storage or transportation. A smooth slippery foot sliding surface is on top of each platform having an uphill inclined front surface and a rear surface shorter than the front surface with a flat surface therebetween. A pair of extensible rotatable gripping handles are mounted to each of the platforms for gripping and rotating by the person during exercise. Resilient feet on the bottom of the platforms provide vertical shock absorption, flexibility and recoil independently to each platform when a person is exercising on the slide mill platforms.

Abstract: The golf divot simulator apparatus for simulating the making of the divot associated with striking a golf ball with a golf club, when the golf ball is resting on natural grass turf, incorporates a pivoting structure. The pivoting structure, which includes complementary pivot points, allows the apparatus to rotate away from the path of a swinging golf club that makes contact with the apparatus. The pivoting structure comprises a calculated center of gravity for resetting the apparatus to a ready position via the force of gravity. Thus, subsequent to golf-club-induced rotation of the apparatus, gravity-induced counter rotation resets the apparatus for continued use. The apparatus also incorporates a turf covering for blanketing the pivoting structure. The apparatus further incorporates a fastening mechanism for securing the turf covering to the pivoting structure. The result of the apparatus is a self-resetting practice device that simulates the making of a golf divot.

Abstract: A high knees exercise apparatus includes a base, a driving mechanism, a linkage mechanism and two magnetic resistance. The driving mechanism is located on the base and includes two driving member which is driven swung along arc path. The linkage mechanism is for leading the driving members swung reversely in response to each other. The two magnetic resistance devices are for providing magnetic resistances in accordance with swings of the two driving members respectively.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus that has: a frame; a curved ramp comprised of a non-articulating, non-pivoting curved member that defines a unitary curved path of travel between a selected forward and selected rearward position; a foot support adapted to travel along the unitary curved path from the selected forward position to the selected rearward position and to travel along the same unitary curved path from the selected rearward position to the selected forward position; and a handle interconnected to the foot support and adapted to move in the same direction, forward or rearward, as the foot support via the interconnection to the foot support.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided through which in some implementations an apparatus includes three notable features and attributes: a first curved bar, at least one additional curved bar and a roller. In some implementations, a pad or beams may be placed under the roller. The first curved bar is attached to at least one additional curved bar by a first attachment system, a second attachment system and at least one additional attachment system. Each attachment system consists of a fastener bolt, a fastener nut and at least one spacer. The first curved bar is laterally spaced from the at least one additional curved bar by the at least one spacer of the first, second and at least one additional attachment systems. The first curved bar and the at least one additional curved bar and the first, the second and the at least one additional attachment systems form a support assembly which is movably connected to the roller by a flexible connecting device.

Abstract: An elliptical motion exercise apparatus may provide a novel linkage assembly suitable for linking circular motion to relatively more complex, generally elliptical motion. Left and right cranks may be rotatably mounted on a frame. A force receiving member may be movably connected between a handle bar rocker and left and right crank assemblies in such a manner that the force receiving member moves through paths of motion which are fixed, adjustable or variable.

Abstract: A balance board adapted for riding rail-to-rail, preferably so that at least a portion of a rider's feet will be placed on the board over the elongated tube. The balance board includes an elongated, planar board having a length that exceeds a width. The balance board further includes two pair of stops mounted to an underside of the board, each pair of stops being mounted near opposite ends of the board, and each stop of the pair of stops being mounted near opposite sides of the board. The balance board further includes a traction region between each stop of each pair of stop.

Abstract: A wave forming apparatus has a channel for containing a flow of water with an inlet end connected to a water supply, a floor, and spaced side walls, a first bed form or weir at the inlet end of the channel, and a second bed form in the channel downstream of the first bed form. Also disclosed is a wave forming apparatus has a channel for containing a flow of water, the channel having an inlet end connected to a water supply for supplying a flowing stream of water, a floor, and spaced side walls, and at least one oblique foil member adjustably mounted in the floor of the channel. The foils, weirs or bed form, form a standing wave.

Abstract: A push-pass technique system in accordance with the present invention for training soccer players having a curved track, raised on each end by graduating ramps, upon which moves a rolling base plate secured by four wheels on each side to the track. A foot pedal is attached to the rolling base plate. The foot pedal glides back and forth upon the horizontal plane and moves length-wise across the plane to a pre-determined length following the curvature of the ramp. The foot pedal will guide the player's foot into the proper horizontal position while training the player to execute the proper push-pass soccer technique and gain muscle memory.

Abstract: A rehabilitation mechanism includes a supporting base having a seat member, a frame member is mounted on the supporting base and includes two protrusions each having a pivot shaft, two handle members and two foot supports are pivotal attached to the pivot shaft, and a latch device includes two catch members slidably attached to the handle members and each catch member includes one end for selectively locking the handle member to the frame member and for preventing the handle member from being rotated relative to the frame member, and the catch members each include another end for selectively locking the handle member to the foot support and for allowing the handle member and the foot support to be rotated relative to the frame member altogether.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a base providing a relatively higher first terminal end, a relatively lower second terminal end, and a track between the first and second terminal ends. The exercise apparatus also includes a seat unit movable along the track between a first position adjacent to the first terminal end and a second position located far apart from the first terminal end. A distance difference relative to the seat unit is produced by a wheel pedal unit movable along the track between a first pedaling position adjacent to the second terminal end and located horizontally far apart from the seat unit, and a second pedaling position located far from the second terminal end and horizontally adjacent to the seat unit. Thus, changing the position of the wheel pedal unit and the position of the seat unit can change the distance difference between the seat unit and the wheel pedal unit in both the vertical and horizontal directions.

Abstract: A sports training agility ladder is usable in a flat ladder position with the ladder rungs on or close to the ground. The ladder may also be moved into and used in a hurdle position where a bridge or center section of each rung is raised up off of the ground. The ladder accordingly provides advantages of an agility ladder and of hurdles. Each rung may have permanently attached left and right tubes forming a frame. Left and right elastic cords may extend through the left and right tubes. The ladder is consequently easily and compactly folded up for storage and transport, and quickly and easily unfolded for use in either the ladder position or the hurdle position.

Abstract: A convertible treadmill belt apparatus in which base belt (10) is transformable both into an endless belt with prickly acupressure massaging surface by releasable attachment of at least one acupressure patch (20), and into a regular smooth surfaced treadmill belt, also by releasable attachment of at least one bald treadmill patch (50). Unique patches (20) and (50) can also be assembled to create different sized acupressure mats. These are used for massages in a variety of ways including on the floor, in a chair, and suspended on a wall.

Abstract: Disclosed is a curved track simulation device. The curved track simulation device is configured such that a base board can rotate and tilt to the left or right and embody left or right cornering motion on an upper surface of a track belt that is rotating and circulating forward and rearward, thus making it possible for a user to feel a sensation as if he/she is enjoying a driving-based or sliding-based leisure activity or sport, and which can appropriately use a combination of frictional force and slippage which are created when the track wheel rotates to the left or right on the track belt, thereby satisfying the dual function of providing both amusement and exercise.

Abstract: An exercise device, including a support, an axle mounted on the support, and at least one roller or wheel mounted on the axle.

Abstract: A workout device with a foot-oriented elliptical loop is provided and bilaterally equipped with a transmission rod, a first link rod, a driving rod, a second link rod, a swing arm, and a supporting rod. The transmission portions are pivotally coupled to cranks to enable the cranks to undergo revolution. The supporting rods each have a supporting portion to support a user's feet. The aforesaid rods interact with each other. The supporting portions of the supporting rods move along a closed elliptical loop with segmental junctions spaced apart by a relatively short distance, such that the user's treading process is prevented from undergoing abrupt descents, unsmooth transitions, and thus jolts.

Abstract: A thigh exercise device includes a curved track, two foot pedal assemblies movably attached to the curved track and respectively having a guide pulley, and two resistance assemblies each having two pulleys rotatably mounted on the curved track and a resistance band wound around the pulleys and the guide pulley of one of the foot pedal assemblies. When the foot pedal assemblies are moved along the curved track, the resistance bands can be pulled tight by the guide members of the foot pedal assemblies such that a user can strengthen thigh muscles through the tension provided by the resistance bands.

Abstract: A method of exercising a human body, the method comprising: providing a sliding element having a body portion adapted for receiving a limb of the human body, and a sliding surface adapted to slide on a exercise floor; placing the sliding element on an exercise floor and placing the human body limb on the body portion; and performing an exercise routine including sliding the sliding element by moving the human body limb. The exercise routine includes routines performed with the human body in a standing position; routines performed with the human body in a prone position; routines performed with the human body in a supine position; and routines performed with the human body in a side-lying position. The invention also includes an exercise device for exercising a human body, the device comprising: a sliding disc having a body portion adapted for receiving a limb of the human body; and a sliding surface adapted to slide on an exercise floor.

Abstract: An apparatus and method concurrently present one or more visible tracings on a display, each of the one or more visible tracings being based upon one of a plurality of available paths actually taken by a member of an exercise device.

Abstract: A portable rowing machine is disclosed that includes a tubular frame consisting of two parallel tubes positioned and supported by floor brackets, a seat that is removably situated on top of the tubular frame and slidable along the tubular frame on rollers mounted to the underside of the seat, swivel arms attached to brackets and extending perpendicularly outward from the tubular frame, and oar arms attached to the ends of the swivel arms. The tubular frame includes a telescoping portion enabling adjustment of the length of the frame from a compact storage size to a size desired for a users leg length. The swivel arm brackets are pivotally positionable in a storage position and a working position. The oar arms are adjustable in length to suit the users body size. A clutch bearing and band brake assembly provides oar arm motion resistance comparable to rowing a boat.

Abstract: An oblong orbital exercising machine includes a main frame, an upright, two swinging handles, a cycle movement mechanism, two tread bars, two sliding bars, two pedals, two cranks, two rollers, two guiding tracks, two pivot members, and two ball bearings. The top face of each of the guiding tracks has an arcuate convex shape to correspond to the respective roller. Each of the guiding tracks has two upward extending side wings formed on two opposite sides thereof. Each of the pivot members has a threaded rod threadedly connected with a respective one of the swinging handles. Each of the ball bearings is located between a respective one of the pivot members and a respective one of the swinging handles. Each of the ball bearings is mounted on the threaded rod of the respective pivot member.

Abstract: A method of taking a sliding exercise, which is taken on a training machine and the training machine has two pedals, includes the steps of: a) putting feet on the pedals; and b) reciprocating the feet in opposite directions or in the same direction. The feet respectively move in a curved path on a substantial horizontal plane. Therefore, the use's feet reciprocate forward/rearward and split to train user's muscles.

Abstract: A modular sizing fit cycle, having an enclosed, acoustically dampened transmission, and calibrated height and angle adjusters, each designed to fit an individual to a bicycle according to specific measurements attained during a controlled ride. The sizing fit cycle is highly portable, having distinct pieces that facilitate portability. Additionally, the sizing fit cycle is preferably equipped with a quiet, chain and bell-driven transmission at the rear, facilitating accurate measurements via a load generator and providing a realistic simulation of a stable cycling session.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus providing a base having a top surface and a bottom surface, wherein the top surface is smooth and planar. The top surface includes a first plurality of apertures arranged in a circular pattern having a first diameter, and a second plurality of apertures arranged in a circular pattern having a second diameter. A plurality of repositional stops are further provided including mounting posts for securing the repositional stops within any of the first and second plurality of apertures.

Abstract: A key includes a safety mechanism operatively connectable to a safety port on an exercise device. When the safety mechanism is operatively connected to the safety port, the exercise device is placed in an operational configuration and when disconnected, the exercise device is in a non-operational configuration. The key further includes a user identification mechanism that is communicatively connectable to a user identification port on the exercise device and transmits user identification information to the exercise device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for exercising the human body comprising a stiff frame accommodating at least two guide tracks and at least one carriage in each guide track, at least one resistance unit, preferably attached to the frame, and for each carriage: a substantially inelastic cord drive system connecting said carriage with said at least one resistance unit, and an elastic cord drive system connecting the substantially inelastic cord drive system with the frame. Specific use of the apparatus according to the invention imitates the pattern of movements in cross-country skiing.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods that assist a user in utilizing an exercise machine. An exercise support device enables a user to exercise without having to hold on to the exercise machine while exercising. The exercise support device has a belt that can be worn by a user. In embodiments, the belt is connected to arm assemblies, which can be coupled to the side rails of an exercise machine. The exercise support device provides balance for a user of an exercise machine, which can enhance the quality of a user's exercise.

Abstract: An elliptical exercise device includes a frame supporting guide links which provide for a horizontal component of motion of associated foot support links. A mechanical coupling couples the foot support links to a crank system and intermediate links couple the crank system to the guide links such that a foot receiving area of each foot support link moves in a closed generally elliptical path when the crank system rotates.

Abstract: A pedal motion path adjustable elliptical trainer includes a base frame, a rotating mechanism assembly, a lifting mechanism, a sliding mechanism and a control mechanism. The lifting mechanism is biasable relative to the base frame, including a rail holder, a support member and two sliding rails. The rotating mechanism assembly includes two cranks coaxially pivoted with one of each of the ends thereof to the base frame, and a support link set pivotally coupled between the other ends of the cranks and slidably coupled to the sliding rails. The control mechanism is mounted between the base frame and the rail holder to control the angle of deflection of the lifting mechanism. The sliding mechanism is pivotally coupled between the control mechanism and the rail holder. Thus, the invention allows quick adjustment of the pedal motion paths, training different muscles of the legs.

Abstract: A leg exerciser includes a base positioned on the floor, two pedals pivotally connected to the base in a parallel manner, two spring plates supporting the pedals on the floor, each spring plate having a fixed end connected to one pedal, a free end movably supported on the floor and a smoothly arched suspension arm connected between the fixed end and the free end, and two sliding coupling devices coupled between the free ends of the spring plates and the base, each sliding coupling device including a track plate extended from the base along a predetermined path and a roller pivotally connected to the free end of one spring plate and rotatably supported on the track plate.

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.