Abstract: ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A fitness device for training the whole body. The device has coaxially arranged one above the other tubular elements of the same diameter, and an inner body disposed in cavities defined by the tubular elements. At the base of the inner body is a drive motor, providing rotational movement of the lower tubular element and the part of the inner body disposed in its cavity, which transmits the rotational movement and of the part of the inner body disposed in the cavity, by a spindle, at least two obstacles with identical construction respectively lower and upper, each magnetically connected to a sliding means, respectively detachably connected to sliders and of the inner body and a cover.

Abstract: A device to strengthen a person's arm muscles through the utilization of a portable device including a handle portion and a weight component with the two components separated by a flexible rod is provided. Such a device allows for the user to grip the handle portion and act as if they are throwing such a handle portion while the weight end moves along an arc defined through the length of the flexible rod. The resultant action is the generation of centripetal force along the defined arc with the reactive centrifugal force providing resistance to the user's arm muscles in a manner that is unique and heretofore unattainable through the utilization of a portable exercise device. The flexible rod component provides at least 1 foot (100 cm) of spacing between the handle portion and the weight portion.

Abstract: A jump rope handle configured to hold an end portion of a jump rope is provided in accordance with some embodiments. The jump rope handle includes a spindle assembly, a chuck assembly, a lumen through the spindle and chuck assemblies, and a chuck driving mechanism between the spindle and chuck assemblies. The spindle assembly includes a shaft coupled to one or more bearings. The chuck assembly is rotatably coupled to a distal end portion of the spindle assembly. The chuck driving mechanism is configured to open and close a set of jaws of the chuck assembly such as close the set of jaws around the end portion of the jump rope disposed in the lumen up to a proximal end portion of the spindle assembly. A jump rope system including a jump rope and a pair of such jump rope handles is also provided in accordance with some embodiments.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for physical exercises and, in particular, for training the movements “jump” and “squat” from spot for training. The method and apparatus can have the “jump” and “squat” motions follow into a continuous alternating sequence as a response to a passing via a training spot in the same continuous alternating sequence of a lower obstacle, obligating the performance of “jump”, and of the upper obstacle obligating the performance of “squat”.

Abstract: A jump hoop device is provided to assimilate all benefits of a conventional jump rope without use of rope which can become entangled in a user's feet or become worn with frequent use. The present jump hoop device is especially beneficial towards improvement in the areas of exercise, fitness, therapy, rehabilitation and sports training or for enjoyment at home by both children and adults. The apparatus of the invention provides quick and easy adjustment in height and width by an improved adjustment means which does not require use of bolts, pins, nuts or other means. The present apparatus can be used as a double hoop assembly providing double jumping per rotation or as a single hoop assembly like the conventional jump rope. A counter device and means of providing music or other sound recordings are attached to a pair of handle assemblies respectfully, for providing added entertainment or instructional purposes.

Abstract: Jump rope devices which allow for the quick and easy interchanging of a cable of varying weight and length from handles configured to provide smooth rotation of such cables at both low and high speeds are disclosed. Devices in accordance with the disclosure may comprise a ball bearing assembly configured to facilitate 360-degree rotation of the cable. In an aspect, the handle of such jump rope devices is comprised of a ball bearing portion which enables both speed of rotational movement for a plurality of relatively lighter cables, and strength and durability for a plurality of relatively heavier cables. Handles may further comprise a snap hook assembly configured to facilitate rapid interchanging of cables.

Abstract: A toy with light emitting function comprises a rope and handles; the rope is transparent and has light emitting diodes (LEDs) inside; a first handle of the handles has a micro generator device connected with the LEDs; the micro generator device comprises a gear assembly and a micro generator motor; an end of the rope is fixedly connected with a first end of a connection member; a second end of the connection member is connected with a dynamic power input end of the gear assembly; the connection member drives the gear assembly to rotate with respect to the first handle along with rotary motion of the rope; a dynamic power output end of the gear assembly is connected with a driving axis of the micro generator motor; an electricity power output end of the micro generator motor is connected with the LEDs.

Abstract: A center pull cable handle apparatus includes a length of hollow cylindrical steel tube. An outer grip layer is provided on the cylindrical tube. The grip layer and the tube each have a wall opening. A length of aircraft cable having a first cable end extends through the wall opening and is crimped in position inside the steel tube with a cable nut. A connector is provided on an opposite cable end. A length of a soft flexible tubing surrounds the cable between the grip layer and the connector. When a user grasps the handle the first cable end is located inside the grasp of the user and said cable and tubing pass between two fingers of the user.

Abstract: A jump rope has a flexible rope interconnected between left and right handles. Each handle includes two elongate half-pipe members that are held together by a sleeved collar at one end and a sleeved end cap at the other end. On each handle, a rope holder includes a rotor portion rotatably retained within the handle, and a clamping portion configured to releasably clamp a cross-section of the rope. Tubular elastomeric hand grips are preferably sleeved onto intermediate portions of respective handles.

Abstract: Detailed are play and exercise devices providing dynamic distance between a housing and a collar or loop positioned about a limb (typically ankle) of a user. Elastic cord may be used to connect the housing and loop and to allow their relative distances to change in use. The cord also may itself form the loop, avoiding any need for a separate such component.

Abstract: A jump hoop device is provided to assimilate all benefits of a conventional jump rope without use of rope which can become entangled in a user's feet or become worn with frequent use. The present jump hoop device is especially beneficial towards improvement in the areas of exercise, fitness, therapy, rehabilitation and sports training or for enjoyment at home by both children and adults. The apparatus of the invention provides quick and easy adjustment in height and width by an improved adjustment means which does not require use of bolts, pins, nuts or other means. The present apparatus can be used as a double hoop assembly providing double jumping per rotation or as a single hoop assembly like the conventional jump rope. A counter device and means of providing music or other sound recordings are attached to a pair of handle assemblies respectfully, for providing added entertainment or instructional purposes.

Abstract: A pole has upper and lower ends and upper, lower and intermediate regions. A rope has interior and exterior ends. The rope is fabricated of a flexible material. An interior connector couples the interior end of the rope to the lower region of the pole. A weight is provided. An exterior connector couples the exterior end of the rope to the interior extent of the weight.

Abstract: In a preferred embodiment, the present invention is a ropeless jump rope having a pair of handles wherein each handle comprises a housing having a removable rotatable tip at one end to which a flexible elongated member such as a rope, or string is secure to the tip such that an end portion of the flexible elongated member is attached to the tip in a manner substantially perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the tip. Each handle further comprises a flexible support member positioned on the tip and the end portion of the flexible elongated member thereby preventing damage to the flexible elongated member during use of the invention.

Abstract: The method of the invention provides incentives for medical scheme members to minimize medical expenses both by responsible use of the benefits of the scheme, and also by offering positive incentives to members to adopt a healthy lifestyle and to make use of preventative procedures and pretreatment medical advice facilities. A number of health-related facilities and/or services (such as membership of health clubs, gymnasiums or fitness programs) are offered to the medical scheme members, and the members are allocated points for using these facilities. Members are also allocated points for using predetermined preventive medical procedures and medical advice services. Rewards are allocated to members based on their points accrued, and the reward may include a payback of premium payments.

Abstract: A rope-less jump rope and resistance exercise device includes a jump rope handle having a longitudinal length between a first and second end. A resistance handle is attached to the first end of the jump rope handle disposed substantially perpendicular to the jump rope handle. A single ball-and-socket assembly is attached between the second end of the jump rope handle and a receiver. An elongated lash includes a connector end and a free end, where the connector end is removably connectable with the receiver. The receiver includes a slotted aperture and a stop. An elongated and resiliently stretchable resistance member includes a pair of second connector ends, where either of the pair of second connector ends are removably connectable with the receiver. An identical pair of the jump rope handle, ball-and-socket assembly, receiver, lash and resistance member form the rope-less jump rope and resistance exercise device.

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

Abstract: This invention is a skipping rope comprising a flexible cord and a pair of handles secured on the cord and defining there between an effective cord length wherein at least one of the said handles on the cord is an interference fit in the opening of the handle so the effective cord length is adjusted by moving the handle assembly along the cord member and is maintained by the interference fit between the cord and the opening in the handle. Movement of the handle is performed simply by applying tension between the cord and the handle so the user, by moving the handle in one direction or the other, may find an effective working cord length that most suits them.

Abstract: A grip assembly for a jump rope includes a grip body having a first end formed with an open casing and a second end formed with a receiving space, a counter mounted in the casing, a cover mounted on the casing and abutting the counter to locate the counter between the casing and the cover, a pivot head rotatably mounted on the casing and connected with the counter to drive the counter, and a weight member mounted in the receiving space of the grip body. Thus, the counter can count and indicate the jump number of the jump rope so that the user can know the jump number exactly. In addition, the weight member provides a damping force to the user' arms so as to exercise the user's arms.

Abstract: The improved jump ropes devices described herein generally include a source of rhythmic sound, a sensor for determining the motion of the jump rope, and a visual output (e.g., feedback) for indicating how well a user is moving or jumping in time to the rhythmic component of the sound. The device may also include a controller for receiving input from the source of rhythmic sound and the sensor, and controlling the visual output. Methods of using the devices are also described.

Abstract: Conventional skipping ropes have a generally elongate handle swivellably mounted on each end of the rope which is held by the user between the fingers and palms. In accordance with the invention, the handle is shaped like a “T” with the vertical stroke of the T being, at one end, swivellably connected to the rope, and also being, at the other end, connected to the crosspiece, a.k.a. transverse portion, of the T. The handle may be held with the crosspiece of the T situated between fingers and palm and with the vertical “stroke”, a.k.a. elongate portion, extending between two fingers. The crosspiece a.k.a. transverse portion of the handle is asymmetric, and thereby adapted to fit to a hand which is holding the handle with the vertical a.k.a. elongate portion passing between two fingers other than the second (index) and third (middle) fingers.

Abstract: An exercise device which combines the functionality of a jump rope with that of a pair of spring-operated hand-grips is herein disclosed. The device comprises two (2) conventional spring-loaded hand grips at distal ends of the rope. The rope is attached to the top of the hand grips using a ball bearing-type swivel joint that allows the rope to turn freely, even while the hand grips are held stationary. It is envisioned that the grips could be flexed while using said exercise device, held in a closed position for resistance training while jumping rope or used alone without utilizing the jump rope.

Abstract: A jump rope simulator for aerobic and anaerobic exercise having a hand-held unit comprising a handle, a base length connected to the handle, and one or more concatenated extension lengths attached to the base length. To exercise, the user grasps one or two units, imitates the motions of swinging a conventional jump rope, and jumps up and down, but there is no risk to the user of tripping over a rope as with a conventional jump rope. If the user desires, two units may also be linked together with an easily attachable connector to form a device similar to a conventional jump rope. A user can quickly convert between the two configurations of the jump rope simulator.

Abstract: Provided is an exercise apparatus for a jump rope which is adapted to exert the exercise of jump rope without using an actual jump rope and which allows an exerciser to perform running as well as the exercise of jumping rope.

Abstract: An automated jump rope exercising device includes a frame, a power operated primary drive pulley system, and a plurality of auxiliary driven pulley systems that may be operably coupled to the primary drive pulley system. Each of the auxiliary driven pulley systems may be simultaneously rotated in a first synchronous path during operating conditions based upon input from the primary drive pulley. The device may further include a plurality of arms that may be conjoined to the auxiliary driven pulley systems respectively. A plurality of ropes may be detachably anchored to the arms, and each of the ropes may be simultaneously rotated during operating conditions. A user interface may be coupled to the primary drive pulley system thereby permitting the user to selectively adjust a tension level and rotational speed of the ropes during operating conditions.

Abstract: An exercising device includes a control handle having a limit flange, a retaining ring mounted on the limit flange, a mounting seat combined with the retaining ring to limit the limit flange between the mounting seat and the retaining ring, a driven member mounted on the mounting seat, a stop member mounted on the driven member, and a weight member located between the mounting seat and the stop member. Thus, the weight member is adjustably mounted on the driven member to adjust the relative position between the weight member and the mounting seat and to adjust the damping force applied by the weight member onto a user's hand. In addition, the stop member can stop movement of the weight member to prevent the weight member from being detached from the driven member due to an excessive centrifugal force.

Abstract: An exercise device includes a first member and a second member, wherein each member is fabricated from a non-elastic material and includes a first end, a second end, and a body extending therebetween. The exercise device also includes a first handle and a second handle, wherein the first handle is rotatably coupled to the first member body, and the second handle is rotatably coupled to the second member body such that each handle is slidable along each respective member body between the body first and second ends. The exercise device further includes a first handle stop and a second handle stop, each handle stop is coupled to a respective one of the member first ends for maintaining each handle in slidable contact with each respective member body.

Abstract: A ropeless jump rope for simulating the jumping of rope and for calculating, recording, and displaying a variety of data relating to the use of the ropeless jump rope. A preferred embodiment comprises a housing having a grip on at least a portion thereof and a display/control portion. The display/control portion houses a microprocessor, a display/control panel and a battery compartment. The housing further houses a pulse rate monitor for monitoring the pulse of a user.

Abstract: A weighted skipping exercise device for cardio-aerobic exercise. A leg ring is attached to a cone element containing adjustable weights by an elongated cord. The elongated cord having a first loop end positioned within a channel around a the outer circumference of the leg ring. A second cord end connected to the cone element by an attaching means permitting free rotation of the cone element. The cone element comprising a top cone attached to the second cord end and a bottom cup having a circular slot for containment of the adjustable weights. The top cone and bottom cup threaded together by a friction ring comprise the cone element. The cone element and adjustable weights attached by the elongated cord revolve in a circular path around the user by movement of the leg ring positioned around a user's first leg and continuous revolutions maintained byjumping or skipping over the circular path of the device with a second leg of the user.

Abstract: A jump rope incorporates a sensor in at least one handle which contacts the hand of an exerciser holding the handle. The output signal from the sensor is provided to a microprocessor programmed to analyze the signal and derive a physiological factor of the exerciser such as heart rate and provide a signal of the derived factor to an output device which may be a display or an audio signal generator.

Abstract: Conventional skipping ropes have a generally elongate handle swivellably mounted on each end of the rope which is held by the user between the fingers and palms. In accordance with the invention, the handle is shaped like a “T” with the vertical stroke of the T being, at one end, swivellably connected to the rope, and also being, at the other end, connected to the crosspiece, a.k.a. transverse portion, of the T. The handle may be held with the crosspiece of the T situated between fingers and palm and with the vertical “stroke”, a.k.a. elongate portion, extending between two fingers. The crosspiece a.k.a. transverse portion of the handle is asymmetric, and thereby adapted to fit to a hand which is holding the handle with the vertical a.k.a. elongate portion passing between two fingers other than the second (index) and third (middle) fingers.

Abstract: Conventional skipping ropes have a generally elongate handle swivellably mounted on each end of the rope which is held by the user between the fingers and palms. In accordance with the invention, the handle is shaped like a “T” with the vertical stroke of the T (3) swivellably connected to the rope (1). The handle may be held with the crosspiece of the T (4) between fingers and palm and with the vertical extending between two fingers. This gives a more comfortable and effective skipping position.

Abstract: A water spraying jump rope which is constructed by a free standing post, a water supply pipe mounted in the free standing post, a flexible hollow tubing having a plurality of orifices spaced at intervals connected to one end of the water supply pipe through a swivel joint, and a swivel joint/grip handle assembly rotatably connected to a free end of the flexible hollow tubing.

Abstract: A jump rope simulator for aerobic and anaerobic exercise having a hand-held unit comprising a handle, a base length connected to the handle, and one or more concatenated extension lengths attached to the base length. To exercise, the user grasps one or two units, imitates the motions of swinging a conventional jump rope, and jumps up and down, but there is no risk to the user of tripping over a rope as with a conventional jump rope. If the user desires, two units may also be linked together with an easily attachable connector to form a device similar to a conventional jump rope. A user can quickly convert between the two configurations of the jump rope simulator.

Abstract: In accordance herewith, a handle of a skipping rope is substantially shaped like a “T” with the vertical stroke or elongate portion of the T at one end, swivellably connected to a rope, and the other end, connected to a crosspiece or transverse portion of the T. The handle may be held in a hand with the crosspiece of the T situated between fingers and palm and with the elongate portion extending between two fingers. The crosspiece or transverse portion of the handle is asymmetric, and adapted to fit to a hand that is holding the handle with the elongate portion passing between two fingers of the hand other than the second (index) and third (middle) fingers. This provides a comfortable and effective skipping position, allowing the crosspiece portion of the handle to be in contact with all the fingers and/or the full width of the palm.

Abstract: An apparatus that moves a jumping element. The apparatus includes a motorized hub that is attached to a housing. The hub can rotate a jumping element, such as a jump rope, about a horizontal axis and/or a vertical axis. The hub is connected to a motor. The jump rope is coupled to the hub by a crank arm. The crank arm automatically releases from the arm in response to a threshold force. The apparatus includes a deactivation element that deactivates the motor when the jumping element is released from the hub. The jump rope can be coupled to the hub by a strap that limits the movement of the rope when decoupled from the hub. Deactivating the motor terminates rotation of the hub to prevent further movement of the crank arm and rope.

Abstract: The jumping or skipping plaything has a flattened and twisted connector between a roller, drum or wheel at one end and an ankle ring at the other end. The connector rotates with the wheel or roller or drum relative to the ankle ring. The connector also contains day glow material to provide an edge glow.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus is provided that simulates the effects of jumping rope, but does not utilize an actual rope. Two handles are provided similar in appearance to jump rope handles. At the end of the handle, where the rope would typically be, a donut-shaped enclosure is provided and mounted to the handle along its symmetrical axis. Inside of each donut-shaped enclosure, a weighted ball that rotates around a circular chamber within the enclosure. When rotated, the weighted balls generate rotational torque to simulate the use of a jump rope.

Abstract: An apparatus for developing ball skills comprises a ball. The ball is connected to an elastic link by a first swivel which is connected to the ball by a flexible member anchored in the ball by a disc located between a bladder of the ball and a skin of the ball.

Abstract: An adjustable jump rope apparatus allows easy and quick adjustment of the jump rope length by inserting and threading the jump rope through grooves around a ball-shaped bearing member, and then attaching the end of the jump rope to the body of the jump rope with a clip. The ball-shaped bearing member is rotatably retained within a hollow handgrip. Undoing the clamp and sliding the rope in either direction allows for a quick and easy jump rope length adjustment. A removable support structure enables the addition/removal of incremented weights to and fixes and supports the weights inside each hollow handgrip, thereby providing a weighted jump rope or even a dumbbell when a jump rope is not attached. Weight distribution is even as the weights extend substantially the entire length of the handgrip. The support structure also simultaneously assists in retaining the ball-shaped bearing member within the handgrip.

Abstract: A device is designed to exercise foot muscle and is formed of a base on which two rotary mounts are disposed. The rotary mounts are provided with two upright fastening plates, each having a fastening hole. Two footrests are provided in the underside with two pivoting plates, each having a pivoting hole. The footrests are pivotally fastened to the rotary mounts such that the pivoting plates and the fastening plates are pivoted together by two pivots which are disposed in the pivoting hole and the fastening hole. The footrests turn horizontally along with the rotary mounts and turn up and down on the pivots.

Abstract: The jumping or skipping plaything has a flattened and twisted connector between a roller, drum or wheel at one end and an ankle ring at the other end. the connector rotates with the wheel or roller or drum relative to the ankle ring. The connector also contains day glow material to provide an edge glow.

Abstract: It includes a pair of handles, a jump rope, and a pair of ball chains. Each handle has a recess and a cover. The ball chain has several ball units linearly connected. This ball chain has a first fixing portion to connect with the jump rope and a second fixing portion to secure with the handle. The ball chain is pretty pliant and easy to deform, so that the rotational friction and drag between the jump rope and the handle during high-speed rope jumping can be significantly minimized.

Abstract: The Sport Jump Apparatus is a jumping apparatus for developing a human's alacrity and also provides an aerobic, anaerobic, and physical exercise to the body. The human's alacrity is the ability to act quickly and move rapidly using both mental and physical skills in reacting to events and objects that invade the space immediately surrounding a person. A unique and innovated piece of exercise equipment consisting of a hard plastic or fiberglass-coated octagon base four sided molded A frame (approximately 21″ tall). An internal battery-powered motor (rechargeable 12 volts), the variable speed motor has a fitted control panel that houses the on-off switch, the variable speed switch, the 5-second delay switch and charger jack located near the center on the outside of the frame allowing the user to manually or remote control the motor's speed as desired.

Abstract: An amusement device, particularly for use by children for jumping or skipping, has a ring through which one foot is placed, and a tube or rod extending therefrom with a wheel at the far end of the rod or tube. The wheel contains some small lamps and a generator, whereby rotation of the wheel causes the lamps to light. The connector rod or tube is wrapped with holographically printed film.

Abstract: The jump rope device employs DC motors to rotate two ropes and a dual closed loop control system is used to synchronize the turning movements of the two ropes. An infrared beam is used to monitor the use of the machine by a user. Each motor housing is mounted on a tripod support which can be collapsed for ease of transportation and storage. A floor mat with sensors may be employed for various exercises.

Abstract: A jump rope handle for a jump rope. The jump rope comprises a handle portion having a receiving area. The handle portion has a non-linear axis which is adapted to be held by a hand of a user which does not require any bending of the wrist of the hand of the user. The handle comprises a mechanism for holding a rope. The holding mechanism mates with the receiving area to connect with the handle portion. A rubber rope made with a durometer less than 60 shore A. A method of a user exercising. The method comprises the steps of gripping a first handle of a jump rope with a right hand of the user. Then there is the step of gripping a second handle of the jump rope with a left hand of the user. Next there is the step of jumping the jump rope by the user while the user does not bend the wrist of either the right or left hand.

Abstract: Conventional skipping ropes have a generally elongate handle swivellably mounted on each end of the rope which is held by the user between the fingers and palms. In accordance with the invention, the handle is shaped like a “T” with the vertical stroke of the T (3) swivellably connected to the rope (1). The handle may be held with the crosspiece of the T (4) between fingers and palm and with the vertical extending between two fingers. This gives a more comfortable and effective skipping position.

Abstract: An exercise device including a pair of elastic bands, the inner ends of which are joined together by a releasable fastener. The outer ends of the elastic bands are each provided with a lateral handle and a longitudinal handle. To gain exercise, a user may grasp the lateral handles to stretch the elastic bands when they are joined together by fastener. Alternatively, a user may grasp the longitudinal handles to swing the elastic bands in circles when such are detached from one another.

Abstract: The jump rope device employs DC motors to rotate two ropes and a dual closed loop control system is used to synchronize the turning movements of the two ropes. An infrared beam is used to monitor the use of the machine by a user. Each motor housing is mounted on a tripod support which can be collapsed for ease of transportation and storage. A floor mat with sensors may be employed for various exercises.

Abstract: A jump rope consisting of an elongated cord extending between a pair of handles. The cord has a pair of end portions connected to the handles, a mid portion and a pair of intermediate portions between the mid portion and the end portions. Each of the intermediate portions has a weight per unit length that is two to four times that of the remaining portions of the cord. More specifically, the length of each intermediate portion is from 10% to 24% of the total length of the cord and the length of each end portion is from 8% to 12% of the total length of the cord. In one embodiment, the extra weight of each intermediate portion is achieved by having the thickness of the intermediate portion greater than the other portions of the cord. In another embodiment, the extra weight of each intermediate section is achieved by having beads strung on the intermediate sections.