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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8187154 | Training scripts A training script device is described that conveniently allows a user to create a training script defining one or more steps of a workout routine, where each step may include an activity, a duration for performing that activity, and an intensity at which the activit... | 05/29/2012 |
| 8187153 | Concentric and eccentric exercising and training apparatus and method An exercising machine for exercising of a user's torso, arm, leg or other body part, including an exercising attachment for exercising of the user's torso, arm, leg or other body part, a computer-controlled resistance actuator operatively connected to the exercising... | 05/29/2012 |
| 8172723 | Personal exercise device An exercise system may include an exercise device. The exercise device may be configured to facilitate personal exercise and quantification thereof. The exercise device may include a housing body configured to receive compressive force during personal exercise. Pers... | 05/08/2012 |
| 8172724 | Computer automated physical fitness system The invention provides a system for organizing, integrating, coordinating and customizing an individual physical fitness program by employing a set of database management systems, computer platforms and differentiated physical fitness devices and components. ... | 05/08/2012 |
| 8167776 | Controlling exercise equipment In general, a computing device disposed in a cardio exercise machine receives data related to a fitness level of a user. The computing device selects a workout program based at least in part on the data. The operations of the cardio exercise machine are controlled b... | 05/01/2012 |
| 8162804 | Collection and display of athletic information Systems and techniques for the collection and display of athletic information. Athletic data relating to a single person or group of people is collected at a central location, and subsequently displayed at a desired remote location so that the person or people can r... | 04/24/2012 |
| 8157707 | Method and device enabling an athlete to determine and then control the rate of displacement of a mass Method enabling an athlete (3) performing a muscular training exercise to determine a setpoint for the rate of displacement of the displaced mass (2), comprising the following steps: 1) determining at least one initial setpoint rate at which said mass ... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8157706 | Fitness facility equipment usage control system and method A system and method control usage of exercise equipment by: using a control server remote from a first fitness equipment unit to gather usage information at a fitness facility including the first fitness equipment unit; using the control server to communicate a maxi... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8152693 | Exercise data device, server, system and method A method for providing an exercise goal using an exercise data device, the method including: receiving input indicating a selected exercise goal; obtaining exercise goal data relating to the selected exercise goal; obtaining a current performance measurement related... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8152694 | Activity monitoring device and method A physical activity monitoring method and system in one embodiment includes a communications network, a wearable sensor device configured to generate physiologic data associated with a sensed physiologic condition of a wearer, and to generate audio context data asso... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8142333 | Ropeless jump rope having replaceable tip 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 ... | 03/27/2012 |
| 8128533 | Exercise assisting method, exercise appliance, and information processor Each time stepping motion of a player by a stepper 1 is detected, one firework object 214 appears on a television monitor 100 and then disappears. Each a predetermined number of times of the stepping motion of the player is detected, a more spec... | 03/06/2012 |
| 8128532 | Workout processing system There is provided a physical fitness workout processing methodology and system for enabling remote scheduling and set-up of workout sessions for individual gym members or groups. In an exemplary embodiment, an individual or member is enabled to schedule a workout se... | 03/06/2012 |
| 8123661 | Portable isometric exercise device and method The present invention is a portable isometric exercise device with resistance generated by a spring force including an electronic light or sound indicator to signal that a constant force level is being maintained. When a force is applied to the spring and a desired ... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8118712 | Methods and systems for computerized talk test Methods and devices for executing a computerized talk test, comprising: following an exercise program; providing auditory signals from time to time; recording a user talking according to the auditory signals; analyzing the recordings to identify predefined propertie... | 02/21/2012 |
| 8113991 | Method and system for interactive fitness training program A system and method of providing an interactive training program by monitoring a user's actions is disclosed. A user is prompted through the interactive training program to perform certain movements, the user's movements are monitored relative to the prompted moveme... | 02/14/2012 |
| 8109858 | Device and method for exercise prescription, detection of successful performance, and provision of reward therefore An exercise computer monitors the exercises of a user, especially a child, and provides rewards for exercises done well and regularly, thereby motivating the user. Rewards take the form of video games, cartoons, music, and merchant coupons. The exercise computer als... | 02/07/2012 |
| 8109859 | Bilaterally actuated sculling trainer An apparatus for simulating sculling or rowing on water includes a support frame with foot rests, a sliding seat, bilateral oars that are rotationally coupled to a set of actuators, integrated input velocity and torque sensors, computer and computer display. Each ac... | 02/07/2012 |
| 8105207 | Exercising apparatus An apparatus and method is disclosed for enabling an operator to exercise comprising a frame with a load positioned on the frame to provide a resistive force. A press is positioned on the frame for displacement by the operator. A linkage joins the load with the pres... | 01/31/2012 |
| 8105208 | Portable fitness monitoring systems with displays and applications thereof Portable fitness monitoring systems with displays, and applications thereof, are disclosed. In an embodiment, a method of providing training feedback to an individual using a heart rate sensor and a display module supported by the individual during a physical activi... | 01/31/2012 |
| 8105209 | Process and apparatus for exercising an operator A process is disclosed for enabling an operator to exercise on an exercise device. The process includes measuring a range of movement of the operator during exercising on the exercise device for generating an electronic range of movement data. A strength is measured... | 01/31/2012 |
| 8092345 | Systems and methods for a portable electronic journal We have disclosed a modular personal network (MPN) that includes multiple devices that may be worn, carried, or used in close proximity to a user. The devices communicate wirelessly. Functions of the MPN may be modified by adding or removing components. The MPN may ... | 01/10/2012 |
| 8092344 | Collection and display of athletic information Systems and techniques for the collection and display of athletic information. Athletic data relating to a single person or group of people is collected at a central location, and subsequently displayed at a desired remote location so that the person or people can r... | 01/10/2012 |
| 8088042 | Method, system, measurement device and receiving device for providing feedback A method, system, measurement device and receiving device for providing feedback relating to an activity to at least one individual. In the method, activity information relating to an activity is measured with a measurement device. Activity information is transmitte... | 01/03/2012 |
| 8088044 | Interactive athletic equipment system Systems and techniques for the collection and display of athletic information. Athletic data relating to a single person or group of people is collected at a central location, and subsequently displayed at a desired remote location so that the person or people can r... | 01/03/2012 |
| 8088043 | Wearable device assembly having athletic functionality A wearable device has a carrier having an aperture. A device has a USB connection and a protrusion wherein the protrusion is received in the aperture to connect the device to the carrier. The device is a USB type device having athletic functionality. ... | 01/03/2012 |
| 8088045 | Core stabilizing running exercise system and apparatus An exercise apparatus in this disclosure includes a doorway mountable runner restraint device. The device has a generally rigid, preferably padded, belly pad that is placed against and in front of a user's pelvis and abdominal area. A pair of cords are attached to t... | 01/03/2012 |
| 8083646 | Athleticism rating and performance measuring system A universal athleticism rating system and related athletic performance measuring systems for accurately detecting and recording athletic performance are disclosed. The athleticism rating system evaluates individual athletes against a common, standardized set of athl... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8083645 | Information exchanging device An information exchanging device includes a physical information measuring unit, a script executing unit, a radio communication unit, a display unit, and a control unit. The physical information measuring unit is configured to measure physical information of a user.... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8083647 | Treadmill system and operating method of the same Provided is a treadmill-related technology. That is, the treadmill device and the operating method of the same is configured to detect a user who is taking exercise in real time, take pictures of the detected user's looks, and insert user image data as the results o... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8079938 | Boxing and martial arts fight, trainer, and game system and method A boxing or martial arts training and/or exercise device includes one or more punching pads locationally displaced and supported on a frame. Respective pads are positioned in support on the frame for punching and kicking. Each pad communicatively connects to one or ... | 12/20/2011 |
| 8075449 | Apparatus and method for lower-limb rehabilitation training using weight load and joint angle as variables The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for lower-limb rehabilitation training of a patient with lower limb paralysis. The invention measures the usage of the paralyzed lower limb, and based upon the measurement, forces patients with lower limb para... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8075451 | Methods and apparatus for monitoring and encouraging health and fitness Methods and apparatus are provided for monitoring and encouraging health and fitness. In accordance with a first aspect, an apparatus is provided that is adapted to assist in weight loss and exercise. The apparatus comprises a personal digital assistant (PDA) having... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8075450 | Monitoring method Method for monitoring a body portion of a user during the use of a gymnastic machine provided with a video monitoring apparatus; this method comprising a phase of defining the body portion to be monitored, followed by a phase of visually and continuously monitoring ... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8070654 | Athleticism rating and performance measuring systems A universal athleticism rating system and related athletic performance measuring systems for accurately detecting and recording athletic performance are disclosed. The athleticism rating system evaluates individual athletes against a common, standardized, set of ath... | 12/06/2011 |
| 8070655 | System and method for promoting and tracking physical activity among a participating group of individuals A system and method of tracking physical activity of a person in order to help motivate that person to add more exercise to their lives. Each participant is provided a motion sensor that detects forces incurred by the participant. The motion sensor creates electroni... | 12/06/2011 |
| 8066621 | Exercise apparatus having a user interface which can move arcuately in three dimensions A method and system for exercising areas of the body such as the neck, the wrist, the ankle, and the torso which require a wide range of motion and effective resistance over this range. A first member can rotate in relation to a frame and a user interface (second me... | 11/29/2011 |
| 8062183 | Sensing apparatus for use with exercise bicycles A sensing apparatus for use in combination with a stationary bicycle comprises a housing that supports a source of emitted radiation and a detector of radiation of the same wavelength as that emitted by the source, fixing means for fixing the housing to an exercise ... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8062182 | Exercise monitoring system An exercise monitoring system for use with an exercise device including a selectorized weight stack includes a static-stack light transmitter for transmitting a reference light to a static-stack reflector and a static-stack receiver positioned to receive reflected r... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8057360 | Exercise system An example system includes a processor and communication circuitry under the control of the processor. The communication circuitry is configured to communicate exercise programs to exercise apparatuses, the communicated exercise programs including a first exercise p... | 11/15/2011 |
