Patent classifications
A63B21/002
Exercise apparatus
The present disclosure provides an exercise apparatus with a mobility mat and an orthopedic device. The mobility mat can have a plurality of segments with a plurality of assistive features such as hand holds, foot holds, and a contoured cushion. The mobility mat can be configured to couple with the orthopedic device. The orthopedic device can have an inclined face and a plurality of remaining faces including various additional assistive features.
Exercise apparatus
The present disclosure provides an exercise apparatus with a mobility mat and an orthopedic device. The mobility mat can have a plurality of segments with a plurality of assistive features such as hand holds, foot holds, and a contoured cushion. The mobility mat can be configured to couple with the orthopedic device. The orthopedic device can have an inclined face and a plurality of remaining faces including various additional assistive features.
Plank support exercise apparatus and related methods
A plank support exercise apparatus and related methods is provided. The plank support exercise apparatus has a frame and at least one arm support pad connected to the frame. A ground-interface surface is positioned along at least a portion of the apparatus.
Adjustable exercise plank machine
An exercise machine for assisting in the performance of a core exercise that is adjustable between a plurality of configurations. The exercise machine includes a front track, a rear track, a first bar operably engaged with the front track and the rear track, a second bar operably engaged with the front track and the rear track, a first handle member operably engaged with the first bar proximate, a second handle member operably engaged with the second bar, a first foot block operably engaged with the first bar, and a second foot block operably engaged with the second bar. The first bar, the second bar, the first handle member, the second handle member, the first foot block, and the second foot block are all selectively adjustable to accommodate users of different shapes and heights as well as variations of core exercises.
TENSILE STRENGTH TRAINING DEVICE
A tensile strength training device having a handheld housing with a curved electronic display panel defining a housing channel and with a left side panel and a right side panel each flanking and coupled to the curved electronic display panel, each with a sidewall defining a concave cavity, two opposing handle apertures, and two opposing bracket apertures. Left and right U-shaped handle brackets are disposed within the respective wo opposing bracket apertures and coupled to a handle member disposed within the concave cavity thereon for grasping by a user and disposed within the two opposing handle apertures. The device includes a printed circuit board electrically coupled to a power source, a force sensor operably coupled to the left and right U-shaped handle brackets, and operably configured to measure a tensile force applied thereto that is able to be displayed around at least 180° of the curved electronic display panel.
Isometric exercise system having improved accuracy and consistency for applied force determinations
An isometric exercise system comprised of a network-enabled isometric exercise apparatus, force correction equations, and an isometric exercise companion software application. The isometric exercise apparatus can include force-receiving components, a measurement component, a pivot assembly, and a structural assembly. The measurement component can measure the amount of applied force. The pivot assembly can rotationally transfer the applied force to the measurement component. Force analysis of exercises can indicate that only a tangential component of the applied force is mechanically transferred to the measurement component via the pivot assembly. The force correction equations can translate the measured force into the tangential force transferred by the pivot assembly. The isometric exercise companion software application can present the amount of weight manipulated by the user to perform the exercise calculated using the force correction equation and the measured force. This calculation can have greater accuracy and consistency than utilizing the measured force.
EXERCISE PROP
An exercise prop for use in the performance of floor-based exercises such as Pilates and isometric exercises is provided. The exercise prop includes a braided body having a looped handgrip at each end. A method for fabricating an exercise prop is also provided.
Exercise Apparatus
A piece of exercise equipment particularly for improved strength training exercises. More particularly, the invention relates to equipment that allows the user to vary tension when performing different exercises. The present invention is specifically designed for improved exercise through the variability of a tension component for use in such exercises as the plank exercise, sit-ups, push-ups and supine pull-ups that includes a core support, a guide arm, a head support, and a foot support that work in conjunction to most optimally support the user. The core support, the head support and the foot support are all connected, supported, and elevated from the floor by a central support system.
Isokinetic Control Module and Method for Strength Training with User-Generated Resistance and Graphical Force Display
An isokinetic control module and method for incorporation on both new and existing exercise equipment. The control module replaces standard friction and hydraulic resistance components offering constant speed of the moveable elements of the machine rather than a selected resistance or weight. The constant user-generated resistance prevents injury and enhances strength training of the targeted muscle groups by maintaining constant strain on those muscles throughout the exercise. This method and device incorporates both a PCFC valve and a check valve device, removing all resistance the moment the user stops applying force to the machine. This enhances safety and facilitates the rapid return of the lifting element to its home position between repetitions. An optional graphical display is also disclosed.
Isokinetic Control Module and Method for Strength Training with User-Generated Resistance and Graphical Force Display
An isokinetic control module and method for incorporation on both new and existing exercise equipment. The control module replaces standard friction and hydraulic resistance components offering constant speed of the moveable elements of the machine rather than a selected resistance or weight. The constant user-generated resistance prevents injury and enhances strength training of the targeted muscle groups by maintaining constant strain on those muscles throughout the exercise. This method and device incorporates both a PCFC valve and a check valve device, removing all resistance the moment the user stops applying force to the machine. This enhances safety and facilitates the rapid return of the lifting element to its home position between repetitions. An optional graphical display is also disclosed.