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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7572209 | Giant trainer A trainer for tap swing and giant swing training (collectively, “giant maneuvers”) on a high bar comprises an engagement rotatably coupled to the high bar, a cantilever affixed to the engagement, an upper support member joined at an obtuse angle to the cantileve... | 08/11/2009 |
| 7270643 | Apparatus and arrangement for exercising and supporting an upper limb An apparatus for exercising and supporting an upper limb includes two support modules connected on the first side by a rigid connecting piece. Both support modules have a frame, with a support plate fixed to their upper part. An exercising part is removably attached... | 09/18/2007 |
| 7232357 | Structure of hula-hoop A hula-hoop is disclosed to include a hula-hoop body that is formed of two symmetrical halves that can be collapsed when not in use or locked in shape when in use, a plurality of sliding members respectively coupled to and movable along the periphery of the hula-hoo... | 06/19/2007 |
| 7097590 | Gym equipment, particularly for the training of movements on the high bar A piece of gym equipment, particularly for training for the execution of exercises to be performed on the high bar, comprising a tubular element, which is adapted to be supported, so that it can rotate about its own axis, by a supporting frame so that it is parallel... | 08/29/2006 |
| 7094181 | Transportable trampoline system A portable trampoline exercise system, including a foldable trampoline with long-lasting rigidity in the frame and a specifically adapted carrying case for transporting the folded trampoline. The trampoline is made foldable by using hinges to connect sections of the... | 08/22/2006 |
| 7086996 | Balance re-trainer A balance training apparatus for supporting an individual with a limited liability to maintain his or her on balance has a pair of vertical support rods connected to a base by joints which include lower elastic parts tending to bias the user into an upright position... | 08/08/2006 |
| 7044892 | Child activity device A child activity device for entertaining and promoting activity in a child is disclosed. The child activity device is configurable between a use and storage position and may also include a frame providing bouncing motion for a child. The activity device includes a s... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7014594 | Ladder climbing safety system Ladder climbing safety system for use with a trapeze set-up and which is separate and apart from the usual trapeze safety system. The ladder climbing safety system is arranged to engage a safety belt worn by the trapeze artist to prevent the person from falling when... | 03/21/2006 |
| 7008361 | Training device assembly for group exercises, games and team contests Body exercisers, usable in a plurality of modifications, encouraging exercising on sports training devices through users' emotional stimulation and intended for group exercising, games and team contests. Prior art training devices and/or any modifications of prior a... | 03/07/2006 |
| 6932710 | Board swing A board swing which utilizes a pair of somewhat flexible side frame members which are interconnected by a top rail with this top rail being spaced from the supporting surface on which the side frame members rest. An elongated board is mounted by a pair of flexible s... | 08/23/2005 |
| 6929478 | Devices, systems and methods for performing and practicing aerial maneuvers The disclosure and claims are generally related to a modified sports board, such as a modified skateboard operatively attached to a frame structure. The frame structure is configured to react the multi-directional dynamic forces of a user performing aerobatic maneuv... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6910993 | Device for use in teaching infants to walk A device for use by an adult to support an infant at a comfortable walking position for both while teaching the infant how to walk. ... | 06/28/2005 |
| 6827672 | Apparatus for assisting and training a child to walk An apparatus for assisting a child to walk comprises a handlebar including a first handle having a grip portion. A pair of second handles each have a grip portion substantially coplanar with one another. The second handles are connected to and extend laterally outwa... | 12/07/2004 |
| 6554747 | Exercise device and method of use thereof An exercise device for allowing a user to perform functional tasks during training or exercise. The exercise device has a housing and a harness assembly adapted to be worn by the user. The harness assembly is located substantially within the housing. The ... | 04/29/2003 |
| 6443876 | Belt position device for waist exerciser A waist exerciser includes a casing supported on two support posts and two blocks are rotatably connected to two ends of a shaft in the casing. A locking member is movably received in each of the blocks and has a plurality of first holes. Each of the bloc... | 09/03/2002 |
| 6390952 | Auto-belay rock climbing devices and modular climbing towers The invention provides improved climbing devices and structures for use in mobile and fixed climbing installations. Modular climbing towers are generally assembled from panels having lateral curves by fastening upper and lower flanges of the panels togeth... | 05/21/2002 |
| 6302828 | Weight offloading apparatus A transportable offloading weight apparatus for supporting a portion of a patient's weight undergoing gait training is provided. The offloading weight apparatus employs a resilient suspension system to reduce the amount of weight borne by a patient. The o... | 10/16/2001 |
| 6093024 | Suspended motor-skill training apparatus A suspended motor-skill training apparatus comprises a substantially solid and weighty main body member defining in horizontally surrounding relation a hollow central region open for vertical passage therethrough and sized to permit the legs and pelvis of... | 07/25/2000 |
| 5788606 | Adjustable trampoline support A trampoline system including a trampoline having a frame and an adjustable support for supporting a user of the trampoline. The support includes a tower adjustable to the dimensions of the frame and a harness attached to the tower for carrying the user. ... | 08/04/1998 |
| 5704881 | Apparatus for counterbalancing rehabilitating patients A counterbalancing assembly reduces the weight of an exercising person by pulling the exercising person upwardly. The counterbalancing assembly includes a monolithic support structure which is secured to a base. A cantilever support extends out from the t... | 01/06/1998 |
| 5704882 | Sit and bounce exercise device A rebound-type exercise device is provided which allows an individual to perform a sit and bounce exercises. The exercise device includes a support frame which supports a seat assembly by means of four springs. The support frame includes a pair of lateral... | 01/06/1998 |
| 5662555 | Aerial exercise system and method of using the same A family, portable power stretching and entire body building gym, and method of using the same, comprising hooks (2) for suspending the device from a rod or beam (4), first elongate flexible members (8) secured at a first end thereof to the hooks (2), sti... | 09/02/1997 |
| 5588941 | Spine theraphy and exercise device A spine therapy and exercise device (10) for conditioning and exercising the muscles associated with the back, abdomen and legs. The device (10) of the present invention includes a belt member (12) and a harness (14). The harness (14) is carried by the be... | 12/31/1996 |
| 5577984 | Frame for a variable impact therapy system A frame for hanging exercise equipment includes a base having front and rear sides and opposite ends for resting on a floor. The base is further equipable with inclineable end extensions. Crossing first and second overhead supports have generally horizont... | 11/26/1996 |
| 5531656 | Portable baby swing The portable baby swing of the invention is arranged for the ease of transport and storage, to include a support shaft having first and second sets of telescoping leg sections extensible at opposed ends therefrom, with third and fourth telescoping leg sec... | 07/02/1996 |
| 5518480 | Arm training device An arm training device comprises a resilient and extensible tether, a set of bindings for the upper and lower arm, such that the set of bindings is connected to each other and to a tether. The other end of the tether is then connected to a restraint means... | 05/21/1996 |
| 5509869 | Isotonic cervical exercise device An apparatus for exercising the muscles surrounding the cervical spine of a person, comprising: a belt adapted to be secured about the waist of a person, and including frontal and posterior portions; a pair of suspenders connecting at their frontal ends o... | 04/23/1996 |
| 5507707 | Isokinetic cervical exercise device An apparatus for exercising the muscles surrounding the cervical spine of a person in an isokinetic manner, comprising: a headband adapted to fit around the person's head; a breast plate; a back plate; at least one strap adapted to hold the breast plate a... | 04/16/1996 |
| 5498219 | Infant walking trainer An infant walking trainer includes a handle and a body harness suspended from the handle. The harness supports an infant in an upright walking stance when the handle is held overhead the infant.... | 03/12/1996 |
| 5421783 | Human slingshot machine An amusement ride for slingshotting and bouncing humans with bungee cords. The ride is similar to a bungee jump, except that two separate bungee cords are used, and the jumper (rider) starts on the ground. The ride keeps most of the thrilling sensations o... | 06/06/1995 |
| 5403253 | Exercise and gymnastics training machine A freestanding exercise and gymnastics training machine allows improved control and balance when doing ring exercises. The exercise and gymnastics training machine comprises a first block and tackle pulley system and a second block and tack system which t... | 04/04/1995 |
| 5360384 | Gymnastic spotting belt apparatus A gymnastic spotting belt apparatus for being buckled about the waist of a gymnast and for being clipped to a pair of spotting ropes. The belt apparatus includes at least four D-rings such that the belt apparatus may be used by either children or adults. ... | 11/01/1994 |
| 5356355 | Fully adjustable infant walking aide An infant walking aide device which helps an adult to assist a small child or toddler in learning to walk. A fully adjustable harness is supported by a crossbar which is held by the adult. The harness has straps which fit over the child's shoulders, under... | 10/18/1994 |
| 5242380 | Orthopedic under-arm back harness An orthopedic back harness is provided for alleviating muscle and back pains. The harness is comprised of a wide flexible belts having some degree of stiffness and substantial padding. The belt is fitted above the breast and under the arm pits of the user... | 09/07/1993 |
| 5221241 | Gymnastic training device A gymnastic training device has a conventional training belt adapted to support a gymnast at the waist. A pair of elongated resilient supporting assemblies are attached to opposite sides of the training belt and are comprised of bungy cords which can be s... | 06/22/1993 |
| 5178590 | Aerial exercise assembly An aerial exercise assembly is provided which enables human users to achieve bounding, swinging and flipping exercise movements and comprises a set of swing members such as straps that extend downwardly from a support and which may be coupled to a single ... | 01/12/1993 |
| 5120287 | Infant walking aid An infant walking aid (20) is provided for supporting an infant contained therein during a training exercise. The infant walking aid (20) is adapted to be grasped in one hand of an operator and allows the operator to maintain control. A harness mechanism ... | 06/09/1992 |
| 4976623 | Portable device for teaching tumbling A tumbling teaching and practice device includes a pair of side supports and a floor support. The floor support is hingedly affixed to be collapsible and thereby permit the device to be compacted for storage when not in use. The floor support includes a p... | 12/11/1990 |
| 4968028 | Vertical jump exercise apparatus A vertical jump exercise apparatus may be used to train and condition participants in sports demanding a high degree of vertical jumping ability. Elastic codes fastened to the waist of the user provide a nearly constant resistive force, thereby simulating... | 11/06/1990 |
| 4961574 | Exerciser for aerial maneuvers An apparatus for aerial bodily maneuvers comprises a harness securable to the lower torso of an exercising person, a first and second ring disposed in a coaxially retaining and rotatable arrangement therebetween about a first axis coinciding with the cent... | 10/09/1990 |