Abstract: The present invention discloses an enclosure 10 having a base with rubber edges 16 to prevent slippage on the floor. A boot 12 for a human foot is provided also. Straps 18 connect boots 12 holding the human feet which straps connect to each other through cables 20 traveling over a pulley means 22 connecting to a multiple spring assembly 40 which cause the straps to be tensioned and to communicate with each other. The multiple springs 40 allow the tension to be adjusted on the straps 18 so that the tension on the boots 12 can be varied, thereby varying the exercise tension on the foot 52. The boots 12 are provided with cleats 50 and hook material 48 for holding the straps 18 thereon.

Abstract: The exercise device includes a pair of U-shaped brackets that are mounted on the top and bottom edges of the door. Suspended between the brackets are a plurality of elastic cords of different elasticities. By selecting different cords, different tensions or resistances can be obtained for exercise routines. An ankle strap may be used to exercise the leg muscles. In some versions, spacers may be provided between the U-shaped brackets and the door to prevent rocking.

Abstract: An exercise wheel comprising means for emplacement of an operator's feet whereby he or she orients the body such that the hands are rigidly placed against the underlying surface and the wheel is alternately projected and retracted so as to exercise certain muscles.

Abstract: A variable weight athletic shoe is described. The athletic shoe may be removably fitted with training weights of varying heaviness or the weights may be left off entirely without damaging the aesthetic appeal or functional aspects of the shoe. Weights of various sizes are quickly and securely coupled to the rear portion of the heel-enclosing section of the shoe with several types of attachment clips and latches. In other variants of the invention, shoe weights are removably attached within cavities in the heel or arch sections of the shoe sole. Weights may also be attached across the instep of the athletic shoe. The shoe weights may be covered in various protective and decorative coverings and may contain lightening holes to achieve the desired weight in a given size.

Abstract: Device for stretching and increasing the flexibility of a human foot and leg including an elongate member including a first recess arranged proximate a first end and adapted to receive the sole of the foot, a second recess arranged alongside the first recess closer to a second end of the member opposite the first end and adapted to receive the heel of the foot, a projection arranged alongside the second recess closer to the second end of the member, and a third recess arranged alongside the projection closer to the second end of the member and adapted to receive a calf of the foot. An elastic band is provided to secure the foot in contact with the member.

Abstract: The invention as shown in FIG. 5 is an exercising device to enable a person to exercise his or her feet while seated. More particularly, the exercising device enables a person to simulate a walking action while seated. The exercising device has a base 1 a pivot beam 5, and two footrests 8. Rear parts of the footrests 8 can pivot with respect to the base 1 by way of ball and socket fittings, and forward parts of the footrests 8 can pivot with respect to the pivot beam 5 by way of additional ball and socket fittings. The pivot beam 5 can pivot with respect to the base 1 by way of a further ball and socket fitting. When the exercising device is in use the person can place his or her feet on the footrests and tilt both the feet and footrests from side to side. The person can also cause forward parts of the footrests 8 to move up and down alternately by way of the pivot beam 5 by alternately pushing his or her feet down against the footrests.

Abstract: A therapeutic exercise machine particularly adapted for restoring and/or maintaining the range of motion for post operative patients and for general therapeutic use. There is a carriage assembly mounted for back and forth longitudinal motion along a support frame. A plurality of tensioning cords urge the carriage frame to a forward location, and there is a contact plate mounted to the carriage frame. The person using the machine presses his or her feet or hands against the contact plate and moves it back and forth against the force of the tensioning cords. The tensioning cords are arranged so that there is an operating end that can be selectively attached to the front of the frame or to the carriage frame to vary the magnitude of the tensioning force.

Abstract: An exercise, training and conditioning apparatus for skaters which includes a pair of movable foot platforms that are guided along a pair of coupled track sections, and a latching mechanism that alternatively secures and releases one of the pair of foot platforms while releasing and securing another one of the pair of foot platforms. According to one embodiment, the pair of track sections are coupled together at 90.degree.. Resistance to movement is applied to the pair of foot platforms by elastic or inelastic cables.

Abstract: A therapeutic apparatus is provided including a base having a bottom plate and a plurality of top plates. A top surface of the bottom plate is equipped with a plurality of recessed channels formed therein. The plurality of top plates are mounted to the top surface of the bottom plate. A rotating foot mount is provided. A carriage assembly is mounted to a bottom end of a cylindrical post of the rotating foot mount. The housing of the carriage assembly is slidably situated within one of the recessed channels of the base. A spherical ball of the carriage assembly is rollable within the recessed channels. The cylindrical post of the rotating foot mount extends upwardly above the base. The rotating foot mount is slidable along the recessed channels of the base. A plurality of stopper assemblies are each situated at an intersection of the recessed channels. A shaft of each of the stopper assemblies is movable to a raised orientation for blocking the corresponding recessed channel.

Abstract: A device for vacuuming, which is powered by the leg exercise motion of a user, includes a pair of bellows units which are mounted on the user's feet and a tank which is mounted on the user's back. A hand-held cleaning wand is connected to the tank by a flexible hose. The user alternately compresses and releases the bellows units, overcoming an internally mounted spring, and as the bellows unit returns to its original shape, a partial vacuum is formed therein. The bellows units are connected to the tank by flexible tubes and the partial vacuum draws air into the cleaning wand, thereby vacuuming dirt and debris into the tank.

Abstract: An exercise device retractable, compact, and portable comprised of a main center piece block assembly, with two aligned handles with adjustable tension control. The center piece block assembly on one of the two surfaces has a multitude of spherical ball rollers to allow rotatability to every desired direction with a minimum friction or resistance. The opposite side of the center piece block provides a mild recessed surface corresponding to foot heel impression to allow stability for the footrest zone during user exercising. The handgrips of the device in this invention offers torsion control of either the same or the opposite direction of rotation during wrist exercise.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus is provided including a frame and a pair of pedals pivotally coupled to the frame in a side-by-side relationship. A resistance mechanism is included for urging the pedals upwardly. Further, a fulcrum and rod combination is provided for ensuring that only one pedal is capable of being raised at a time.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus for stimulating muscle coordination and joint stability through multiaxial movement patters involving rotation force is provided. A plurality of methods of use of the apparatus are presented as well to maximize the therapeutic and preventative benefit of the apparatus. A variety of embodiments, including a portable version, are described.

Abstract: A diving ballast (131) is adapted to be fitted to a scuba tank, so as to replace or at least supplement a waist-fitted weightbelt. The diving ballast (131) comprises an elongate flexible strap formed with open-ended weight-receiving holsters (122) therein and a plurality of weights (126) each having expanded ends and a waisted portion (127) defined between the expanded ends. Each weight is of such dimensions in relation to a weight-receiving holster (122) so that the expanded end of the weight can be worked through the holsters so that the weighted portion is held captive within the holster. The expanded end of the weight can only be worked through the holster when the strap is slack and the waisted portion (127) is held captive by the material of the holster when the strap is under tension along its length. The diving ballast extends to a waist-fitted weightbelt of the type described, as well as to an ankle-belt having a similar configuration.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an exercise device which is designed to be worn on the foot of a user. The device is specifically adapted to work in conjunction with a barbell type weight which can be placed upon the device by way of a pair of weight supports. Thus, in its broadest context the present invention includes a footboard which is adapted to be worn on the foot of a user, and a pair of barbell weight supports. The device further includes various straps for securing the footboard to a users' foot.

Abstract: An exercise shoe includes a shoe body and a frame fastened to the underside of an outsole of the shoe body. The frame is provided therein with a circular body in which a spring is located such that both ends of the spring are engaged with the retaining rings of two control rod members, and that the spring can be expanded or compressed by the control rod members so as to adjust the resilience of the frame. The frame is provided with a skidproof bottom to prevent the exercise shoe from skidding on a surface.

Abstract: A walk simulation apparatus usable for walk training of crippled persons or for a simulator of virtual reality. By the apparatus participants can experience simulations of walking horizontally and on slopes and steps with full reality at the same position. The apparatus is of use also in quantitatively evaluating quality of performances of artificial legs for patients who lost legs. The apparatus comprises a head mounted display showing a participant programmed images in the form of three-dimensional images, a walk surface mechanism having a function of performing simulations of horizontal walk and walk on slopes and steps, a control device, walk plates, and load sensors detecting loads applied on the walk plates individually. The control device has a function of comparing data detected by the load sensors with standard data to analyze a state of walk of the participant.

Abstract: A unique biomechanical balancing and exercising device for rehabilitating body muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints in the ankles, legs, knees, and back in order to strengthen these areas to prevent injury. The balancing and exercising device comprises a rectangular shaped platform with a central opening therethrough to accommodate a semi flexible ball member. The platform utilizes a semi flexible ball member so that the individual has the ability to balance in numerous directions and have the angle of drop much steeper. A pair of ball-shaped rigid members are mounted on the platform and located adjacent to and on opposite sides of the central opening for balancing on and securing the semi flexible ball member therebetween. The platform is placed on top of the semi flexible ball member such that the central opening accommodates a top portion of the semi flexible ball member, and thereby allows the platform to be independently tilted or pivoted front-to-back up to a 25.degree.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for exercising the subtalar complex with controlled triplaner motion. The principal embodiment includes a standing platform and handrail in association with a rotatable foot plate. The foot plate is controllable and adjustable in three planes with fixed settings in all planes, including the oblique. The exerciser provides a method for isolating specific muscle groups involved with foot, ankle and calf extensions or where combinations of muscles are used, such as, with dorsiflexion-eversion or plantarflexion-inversion, while preventing tibial rotation of the foot. A second embodiment provides a more portable exercise apparatus utilizing the concepts employed with the principal embodiment wherein a rocker member is provided, attached to a support member. A foot plate attaches to the support member opposite the rocker and is pivotal in the transverse and frontal planes.

Abstract: A readily removable two piece stretch fabric garment (3) with four pockets (4,5,6,7) for containing weights (4a, 5a, 6a 7a) is attached to the users athletic or conventional shoe (2) for the purpose of exercise, training and/or physical therapy. The weights are contoured to match the shape of that portion of the shoe which they overly and they are secured in their respective pockets by releasable Velcro (R) closures. A durable rubber or vinyl sole (8) connected to the toe portion of the footwear garment grips the toe segment of the shoe and forms a partial under surface for the garment to the shoe.

Abstract: An orthopedic device ankle exerciser for rehabilitating and exercising an injured ankle of a pair of feet where each foot has an arch, a heel, toes, and a mid portion and where one foot of the pair of feet has a healthy ankle. The orthopedic device ankle exerciser comprises a foot board, pivot means, and fastening means. The foot board has a central portion, a lower surface, an upper surface opposite the lower surface, a first end, and a second end opposite the first end. The pivot means pivotably and frictionally supports the foot board and the pivot means is fixably and centrally attached to the lower surface of the foot board at the central portion inorder to prevent horizontal translation of the foot board. The fastening means secures the pair of feet to the foot board in selectively fixed side-by-side relation and the fastening means is fixably attached to the upper surface of the foot board proximate the central portion.

Abstract: An exercise boot comprises a foot receiving member and a spring member positioned under the foot receiving member. The foot receiving member is formed of a unitary flexible piece of material which has integrally joined left and right symmetrical portions and which has been brought together. The spring member comprises identical top and bottom arcuate layers connected in an opposed relationship by a resilient strap and each defining a central slot. The symmetrical portions are provided with base portions which form a sole in the foot receiving member for supporting a wearer's foot and provided with hooks for engaging the slot of the top arcuate layer and thus secure the foot receiving member to the spring member while retaining the left and right symmetrical portions together in a boot configuration and in a way that most of the springiness of the top arcuate member is retained where it is connected to the foot receiving member.

Abstract: A unique, simple, and effective leg rest system of great versatility for desks, wherein a hinged or retractable panel is disposed within the leg opening of any desk, and is shifted from an inactive out-of-the-way position to an active position which may be parallel to the floor or at an angle thereto as desired, thereby to permit the desk user to elevate and rest his or her legs, feet, and thighs in comfort as well as to achieve desired orthopedic or therapeutic purposes. Various forms of the invention are disclosed.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus of the type for exercising the muscles of a user by providing spring or elastic loaded resistance to repetitive movements of a user having a horizontally extending frame assembly. The exercise apparatus includes biased foot pedals and elastic cables that are user operable to exercise a variety of muscles or muscle groups of a user. An adjustable seat having a back that may be folded for storage is also included.

Abstract: An exercise device that allows the user to extend each leg separately from a sitting position. A pair of upwardly curved tracks (20) are affixed to horizontal base members (10) by the rear support members (16) and to vertical base members (12) by the top support members (18). Tracks (20) extend upwardly toward the forward end of the invention. The two foot plates (31) are affixed to tracks (20) by the foot plate attachments (30) to move forward and rearward. A pair of foot supports (32) are affixed to foot plates (31), wherein they can adjustably fit to a human being's feet as the legs are extended. Embodiments include different options for supplying resistance to the movement of the foot supports, including the use of hydraulic cylinders (42) or straps (36). Other embodiments include a means for carrying the device and for collapsing it for easy storage. It can easily be used in many environments including at a desk or on a sofa.

Abstract: A rocking-type foot and lower leg exercising apparatus incorporates one or two centrally pivoted pedals mounted upon a base in a position facilitating the placement of the feet of the user upon such pedals while seated in a chair and rocking of the pedals with the foot positioned upon them to provide a soothing motion that will maintain the tone of the muscles of the legs and encourages blood circulation in the feet and legs. The pivot point of the pedals may be located at any vertical position between the base and the pedal, but is located longitudinally between about one fourth to one half of the distance from the end of the heel position on the pedals.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method apply lateral force to the joints of a leg of a person. The apparatus includes a generally inelastic interconnecting medium having a first end and a second end. A cuff is attached to the first end of the interconnecting medium. The cuff is sized to receive a portion of a foot of the leg to which the lateral force is to be applied. An engager is connected at the second end of the interconnecting medium to attach the interconnecting medium to a substantially stationary object. When the person pulls on the foot in the cuff in a direction away from the substantially stationary object, the foot remains substantially in one location, and a bending moment or a lateral force is applied to the joints of the leg to provide therapeutic relief to the leg joints without requiring the assistance of another person.

Abstract: A wobble board is provided with the capability of varying the height between its sphere section and board. The wobble board includes a board with centrally protruding and downward extending bolt. A sphere section having legs, preferably four in number threads to the bolt. In between the sphere section and board underside, a variable height spacer is utilized. Preferably, the variable height spacer is provided with at least two sets of leg receiving notches. These sets of leg receiving notches are each at differing heights relative to the board. At the same time, the position of the notches within each set is complimentary in position to the legs. In operation, height between the sphere section and board is changed by unthreading the sphere section relative to the board without release of the variable height spacer between the sphere section and board. Unthreading continues until leg access to one set of the variable height notches occurs.

Abstract: A lower body exercise apparatus includes a plurality of supports, each support configured to be positioned on a horizontal surface and including a base having an inclined surface. In one embodiment of the invention, the inclined surface forms an angle between approximately 20.degree. and 55.degree. from horizontal. In one aspect of the invention, the plurality of supports includes two supports positioned at a distance from one another and having an angle relative to one another. The user can perform exercises on the two supports to exercise the lower body and to improve agility. In another aspect of the invention, the plurality of supports includes a first set of two supports positioned at a distance from one another and having the inclined surfaces facing one another, and a second set of two supports positioned at a distance from one another and having the inclined surfaces facing one another, and where the supports are arranged substantially in a rectangle on a horizontal surface.

Abstract: A stepper exerciser of the teeter-totter type with foot platforms maintained horizontal and in which the foot platforms are rotatable about a vertical axis and its method of use.

Abstract: An improved recreational device of skill and balance, having an elongated base, a pair of downwardly projecting feet which are spaced apart, and on the inboard side of spaced footrests on the upper face of the board, the feet being rotatable about a vertical axis, and preferably being a resilient material. An optional rope or J-hook is also provided to engage with the center of the board. Methods for using the apparatus are also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus for exercising the ankle, comprising a base frame, a seat support section attached to the base frame, and a seat adjustably mounted to the seat support section. The apparatus includes a foot carriage assembly comprising a foot carriage frame pivotally attached to the base frame for enabling plantar and dorsiflexion of the foot, a support arm pivotally attached to the foot carriage frame for enabling inversion and eversion of the foot, and a foot platform pivotally attached to the support arm for enabling abduction and adduction of the foot. A resistance system is operably connected to the foot carriage assembly for providing resistance against a force applied by a patient during use.

Abstract: The invention comprises a product of and a method of using a raised platform which preferably has two pairs of sides. One pair of sides converge to define a protrusion and to accommodate feet which are turned inwardly; the other pair of sides recede to define an opening and to accommodate feet which are turned outwardly. Each side in a pair of sides is separately configured so the user can place his foot on the platform when the foot is turned inwardly or outwardly. The platform is supported above a lower surface by legs.

Abstract: Exercising apparatus includes a reservoir unit for receiving and dispensing fluid. An arm exercising unit includes at least two hollow paddles with fluid. Each of the hollow paddles may be connected to the reservoir unit by a flexible feedline and return line. A pump may pump fluid from the reservoir unit to each of said hollow paddles via said feedline. A return mechanism may allow flow of the fluid from the hollow paddles to the reservoir unit via the return line.

Abstract: An ankle strengthening and rehabilitation device comprises a foot plate attachable to the sole of a person's foot, and a weight attachable to the foot plate so as to cantilever outward from the bottom surface of the foot plate. The foot plate may be provided with an isolation channel extending along a longitudinal axis of the foot plate, and with a fastener for attaching the weight to the foot plate through the isolation channel so that the weight may be selectively positioned along the longitudinal axis of the foot plate. Alternately, the foot plate may be provided with a series of isolation apertures positioned along a longitudinal axis of the foot plate, and with a fastener for attaching the weight to the foot plate through any one of isolation apertures so that the weight may be selectively positioned along the longitudinal axis of the foot plate. The weight may comprise multiple weighted disks assembled together to form a weighted column.

Abstract: A simulator controlling device includes a swinging member for controlling a virtual moving object in the right and left direction. The swinging member is swung right and left within right and left limits. A first elastic portion forces and returns the swinging member to a neutral position within the right and left limits. A second elastic portion forces the swinging member toward the neutral position within right and left additional reaction areas. Each of the right and left additional reaction areas is formed from each of the right and left limits.

Abstract: Equipment for carrying out anterior and posterior flexion exercises of the foot and lower limbs for athletic training and rehabilitation comprising a surface (2) for the foot to rest on connected to a curved surface (3) suited to roll on the plane of execution of the exercise and able to provoke, following a corresponding movement of the body, the forward and backward inclination of the footrest surface. Means for the adjustment of the footrest (7) as well as means for fastening the foot to said rest are provided. The curved surface is formed by two portions of different extent and radii of curvature.

Abstract: A portable controllable fluid device (20a) for rehabilitation of injured limbs, appendages and joints (33a). The rehabilitation device (20a) includes a first bracket (22a) for fixedly securing to a first body part, such as a lower leg (25), a second bracket (24a) for fixedly securing to a second body part, such as a foot (26), and a controllable fluid brake (27a) such as a magnetorheological fluid brake including a magnetorheological fluid contained therein having a carrier fluid and disbursed magnetic particles, attached between the first bracket (22a) and second bracket (24a). The controllable fluid brake (27a), preferably acts in a rotary fashion and provides resistive forces about an axis adjacent said body joint (33a) to exercise the muscles upon movement of said first bracket (22a) relative to said second bracket (24a) resulting from movement of the user's first body part relative to the second body part.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for mobilizing the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint in a toe, especially after prolonged immobilization. It includes a member having a first curved surface for facilitating the rolling of the member and a second surface for receiving the plantar portion of a human foot, including a portion of the ball of the foot and at least one toe. The apparatus further includes a retainer for securing a single toe to the member. In use, a patient places a foot on the second surface of the member with the ball of the foot and at least a to-be-treated toe contacting the second curved surface. Then, using the retainer, the single to-be-treated and mobilized toe is secured to the member. Thereafter, the patient may impose either plantarflexion or dorsiflexion motion to the single to-be-treated toe by rolling the member either forward or backward.

Abstract: An exerciser includes a pivot shaft disposed in a base. A lever has one end rotatably secured to the pivot shaft for allowing the lever to be rotated about the pivot shaft. The lever has a pivot axle disposed to the other end. A foot support is rotatably secured to the pivot axle for allowing the foot support to be rotated about the pivot axle. The foot support includes a block secured to the pivot axle and a cover rotatably supported on the block by a number of balls such that the cover is rotatable about the block.

Abstract: Combination athletic shoes and plyometric training devices are disclosed. The said shoes having removable heels that include a snap-lock track slide retainer fixedly disposed in the sole at the instep of the athletic shoe, a heel track slide retainer fixedly disposed in the sole at the heel of the athletic shoe and having a lower surface with a female portion of a dovetail joint therein, and a heel track slide with integral forward snap-lock insert fixedly attached to the heel of the athletic shoe and having a male portion of a dovetail joint on the top thereof that slidably engages the female portion of the dovetail joint in the lower surface of the heel track slide retainer and which is releasibly retained thereto by a release disposed on the bottom of the athletic shoe. This arrangement allows for the athletic shoe to function in a combination use in that without the heel in place the shoe can be used as plyometric type strength training device for the lower leg muscles.

Abstract: The exercise apparatus of the invention has a stirrup and an anklet. The stirrup has a lateral strap that extends laterally from the stirrup. The anklet has ankle straps that cross in back of the foot and removably attach in the front of the leg above the ankle. The apparatus has an elastic cord connected to the lateral strap and a handle. The handle can have a rotatable grip which allows the user to change hand positions and vary the type of exercise performed.

Abstract: An adjustable weighted exercise sleeve that fits over the hand or foot and is secured thereto enabling the user to accomplish various exercises with the benefit of weight resistance. The adjustable weighted exercise sleeve has adjustable straps secured by hook and loop fasteners to provide a comfortable fit for the user. The configuration of the exercise sleeve and adjustable straps allows the user to interchangeably wear the exercise sleeve on the hand and wrist or foot and ankle. The exercise sleeve uses variable weighting arrangements to allow the user to choose a weight resistance for optimum comfort and physiological benefit.

Abstract: A flat board section 1 with a flat top surface 1a, which is formed as a flat surface, is made of a wooden board with sufficient thickness and strength for supporting a human body. A top surface 1a of flat board section 1 is octagonal and has an area which enables both feet or buttocks of a person to be placed thereon. A fulcrum section 2, which made of metal and has a hemispherical protrusion 2a, is provided at a central part of a bottom surface 1b of flat board section 1. Protrusion 2a is the part which always contacts with a floor surface or the ground when flat board section 1 is placed on the floor surface or the ground and is the part which serves as the center of winging of flat board section 1.The invention presents a health equipment by which the lack of exercise can be resolved in a simple manner at home and regardless of athletic ability.

Abstract: A therapeutic multi-component exercise kit for rehabilitative or maintenance purposes. The components can be combined in several different ways to provide exercise for specific muscles. One such combination includes a base and pedal arrangement, whereby resistance is provided by at least one elastomeric band, for dorsiflexion strengthening exercise. Another combination includes a belt having elastomeric loops for plantar flexion strengthening exercise. Inversion and eversion exercise is provided, as is external and internal rotation of the patient's foot, again using elastomeric bands to provide resistance.

Abstract: A therapeutic exercise device is provided having an adjustable ankle harness, multiple elastic elements of varying resistance, an adjustment device to further adjust tension development on the elastic elements, and handles or handles in conjunction with an elongated bar. The adjustable ankle harness has a quick release ankle harness fastener on the portion which circumscribes the ankle. The ankle harness has a loop portion which is positioned under the heel and attachment loops for attaching the elastic elements. Each elastic element has a quick release fastener at each end which connects the elastic element to an attachment loop of the ankle harness and a handle at the opposite end. Multiple elastic elements may be used simultaneously for planar alignment of the particular joint, limb, or muscle being exercised. Further, elastic elements having variable resistannce or lengthwise tension may be simultaneously used.

Abstract: The sporting and exercising device comprises an upper foot-receiving portion, and a lower spring portion. The spring portion comprises an upper spring layer arched upwardly, a lower spring layer arched downwardly, and an intermediate elastic plastic strap. A first end of the plastic strap is connected to both a first end of the upper spring layer and a first end of the lower spring layer, and a second end of the plastic strap is connected to both a second end of the upper spring layer and a second end of the lower spring layer. First and second resilient shock absorbing bodies are mounted on the top face of the plastic strap proximate the first and second ends thereof, respectively. Similarly, third and fourth resilient shock absorbing bodies are mounted on the bottom face of the plastic strap proximate the first and second ends thereof, respectively. The resilient shock absorbing bodies prevent the spring portion to collapse after a certain deformation by compression has been reached.

Abstract: A rectangular board has support surface with two spaced apart parallel arcuate rockers. Each rocker has a flat portion adjacent to one edge of the rocker board. The flat portion makes an angle of approximately 45.degree. with the upper surface of the board. A hemispherical pedestal or projection is formed between the two rockers on the underside of the board. The board has structure to assist in the performance of multiple exercises. A person standing on the board may hold the upper portion of the body in a substantially vertical position, with the lower extremities of the body then following the board back and forth as it rocks. In a second exercise, the board is held so the flat portion of the rocker holds the upper surface of the board at an angle of approximately 45.degree. to the ground. The user's toes are placed on the ground with the heels extended up the 45 degree ramp until the ankle joints are stretched.

Abstract: An aesthetically pleasing weight for shoes allows a user to customize his or her workout. The shoe weight slips under the shoelaces of workout shoe. The shoe weight is held firmly in place by the shoelace tension and shape of the shoe weight. A secondary securing cord can be used as a backup to hold the weight in position. The intensity of the workout can be varied by the number and magnitude of weight the user selects. Different muscle groups can be targeted by adjusting the position on the shoe on which the weight(s) is secured. The shoe weight is attractively shaped of polished metal. Conversely, the shoe weights can be coated. The coating can be colored, textured or the like.

Abstract: A device for exercising the muscles of the gluteal region comprising a rigid frame formed as an elongated bar. A hip support is rotatably attached to the middle of the frame and a back support is attached to the hip support. The device further comprises a bootie having elastic resistance members connected to the toe and heel portions of the bootie.