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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7341548 | Ball and frame exercising apparatus A resilient exercising ball is confined within a frame which defines a space around the ball so that the ball has limited universal movement. The ball is normally centered within the frame by elastic members or cords having end portions attached to the frame. The ba... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7338418 | Assembly for stabilizing seated individuals while exercising An assembly for stabilizing an individual while exercising in a seated position, such as, but not limited to, a wheelchair. A harness assembly comprises a plurality of harness structures each intended to be removably secured to a different part of the individual's b... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7338417 | Perineum muscular power increase device and a method thereof The invention relates to a perineum muscular power increase device and a method wherein a user can do perineum shrink training continuously with interest and goal because the shrink and the relaxation degree of the perineum muscles may be displayed visually. Accordi... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7338415 | Torso exercise machine The subject invention provides an exercise machine for exercising the lower torso. As described herein, the exercise machine includes a stabilizer pad, which effectively immobilizes the user's lower body to maintain proper pelvic positioning during execution of the ... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7338457 | Exercise device utilizing loading apparatus A therapeutic device, such as an exercise device, includes the principles of osteogenic repair by incorporating a loading mechanism into the exercise device. By doing so, the therapeutic device provides an increased osteogenic effect, thereby enhancing the benefits ... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7335143 | Exercise device with gyroscope reaction features An exercise machine that can simulate the act of paddling a kayak with a spinning flywheel to provide exercise resistance and also produce a gyroscopic force to rock the exercise platform for a realistic effect. The flywheel is mounting on a shaft with moving suppor... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7335146 | Cushioned exercise platform A portable resilient action exercise platform 10 permits the user to jog in place when indoors and provides an increasing resistance to deformation as the amount of deformation of the platform increases. A support assembly including a spaced array of flexible... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7335147 | Adjustable laptop holder for exercise equipment An apparatus in both single and multiple arm forms that adjustably and securely mounts to a variety of exercise equipment and provides adjustable and secure mounting for a laptop computer or similarly configured audio visual device. The apparatus allows for ergonomi... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7335136 | Training device for swimmers A training device for use in a pool having a lane guide. The training device comprises a base member shaped to cooperate with at least a portion of the lane guide, an elongated member adapted to pivot relative to the base member, and a resilient member coupling the ... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7335139 | Incremental weight system The present invention provides an incremental weight system for use with a weight stack of an exercise machines. As described herein, the incremental weight system enables users to incrementally increase the lifting weight, by adding weights that weigh less then the... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7335145 | Foldable exercise bench A foldable exercise bench has a base which engages the ground at one end and a back support pivotally mounted on the base for movement between a folded position flat against the support base and a plurality of different inclined exercise positions. A front leg pivot... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7331914 | Muscle stretching device and method for using the same A device and method for stretching, toning and strengthening the chest, shoulder, neck and upper back muscles of a patient thereby relieving pain and improving posture. Typically the patient is suffering from tension related muscle problems. The device and method ar... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7331906 | Apparatus and method for repetitive motion therapy A repetitive motion therapy apparatus has a frame structure. An orthotic is adapted for securing to a part of a body. A pneumatic muscle is coupled between the frame structure and the orthotic for moving the orthotic. A control mechanism controls the pneumatic muscl... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7331912 | Adjustable bench An adjustable bench adapted to support a human body during exercise and capable of engaging an auxiliary rack assembly is provided. The bench includes a seat and a backrest that are interconnected and moveable relative to a frame. The bench is adjustable from a gene... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7331913 | Abdominal bench with constant gap torso cushion A unique abdominal bench with a pivoting torso section has a number of pivots, rods, and levers that allow the fixed seat section, of the abdominal bench to remain a constant distance from the pivoting torso section during an abdominal exercise. The leg section of t... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7329213 | Exercise machine with compound abdominal movement An exercise machine includes a frame having a horizontally extending seat mounted thereon. A foot restraint assembly is pivotally mounted about a first horizontal pivot axis to the frame. A motion translation arrangement has one end pivotally secured about a second ... | 02/12/2008 |
| 7329210 | Vertical training apparatus A vertical training apparatus for allowing a user to practice striking and combinations of strikes against an opponent. The vertical training apparatus includes a stanchion member being designed for being coupled to a support surface whereby the stanchion member ext... | 02/12/2008 |
| 7329214 | Stomach exercising apparatus and method A stomach exercising method includes an elongated strap that has a first end, a second end, a first side and a second side. A coupler releasably couples the first end to the second end to define a loop. A grip is attached to the first side of the strap. The strap is... | 02/12/2008 |
| 7329211 | Backswing release handle An exerciser uses a handle and bracket combined with a resistance that opens the bracket away from the handle to facilitate wrist cocking in a backswing region of a simulated swing. As the handle moves downward and forward toward a hitting region of the swing, the b... | 02/12/2008 |
| 7326160 | Weight carrier for a combined exercise/weight bench/cable station device A combined exercise/weight bench/lower cable station device. The device includes a bench that is supported in a generally horizontal use position and that is pivoted so that it can be moved up to an upright stowed position and held in place in the stowed position. A... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7326154 | Exercise equipment pack An exercise equipment pack is adapted to assist a user in performing one or more exercises. The equipment pack includes a base frame. The base frame includes: a front substantially-cylindrical canister portion, formed integrally with the base frame and projecting th... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7326155 | Exercise extension handle A handle for a swing-type exercising device has an adjustable shaft extender connectable to a resistance as the handle is swung for exercise purposes. The handle can also have an offset extension that allows a resistance to apply a torque force to the handle shaft a... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7326159 | Fitness apparatus for abdomen and waist An improved fitness apparatus for abdomen and waist includes a base rod bent forward and having a handle on both sides of the base rod, a main rod disposed perpendicularly upward at the middle section of the base rod, a headrest rod having a head rest inserted at th... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7322910 | Training device A training device is disclosed, or a device for training, sport, gymnastics and for therapy, characterized by an arched planar element (1), having a largely rectangular outline. The arching or curvature encloses an angle of at least 30°, said angle generally... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7322948 | Vibrational loading apparatus for mounting to exercise equipment A therapeutic device, such as an exercise device, includes the principles of osteogenic repair by incorporating a loading mechanism into the exercise device. By doing so, the therapeutic device provides an increased osteogenic effect, thereby enhancing the benefits ... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7322915 | Toe stretcher The present invention relates to an exercise tool. More particularly, it relates to an exercise tool specifically devised as a toe stretcher to align, separate, and stretch toes. The toe stretcher comprises a frame with a separator for separating a plurality of toes... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7322914 | Range of motion exercise devices Exercise devices which enable exercise through a substantially complete range of motion of a body part. The devices include a body contact member located adjacent a frame portion. A plurality of tension members extend between the frame portion and the body contact m... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7322913 | Compact functional training bench A compact functional training bench able to support a user performing upper and lower body exercises is comprised of a base, a seat, a main and adjustable support column, and a pivoting support plate with angular adjustments. The bench has multiple vertical height a... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7322912 | Weightlifting bench with adjustable headrest A weight bench system includes an adjustable headrest assembly. The adjustable headrest assembly is movable from a position flat with a backrest assembly to a multitude of articulated positions. To reset the headrest assembly back to the flat position, the headrest ... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7322911 | Exercise bench An exercise bench has a main support frame with a floor engaging member at one end and a folding front leg assembly at the other end which can be locked in a deployed position or a folded position. A user engaging foot stabilizer is pivotally associated with the fro... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7322908 | Exercise device An exercise apparatus is provided, either in assembled or kit form, particularly for emulating and improving a golf swing. The apparatus includes an elongate bar having hand grips each disposed at opposite ends thereon, and a neck support disposed at a substantially... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7318794 | Yoga blocks A yoga block system which includes a first block and a second block which can either be rectangularly shaped or triangularly shaped. These blocks are capable of joining with one another, releaseably, along either a common face when the blocks are rectangular or alon... | 01/15/2008 |
| 7318795 | TV chair An exercise apparatus for use by a crippled person for exercising their hips and legs. The apparatus comprising a base and a seat mounted on the base, the seat having two sides along the longitudinal axis of the seat. Cushions are located on the least two sides of t... | 01/15/2008 |
| 7318793 | Push up/pull up exercise apparatus and methods for use Exercise devices that have a novel mechanical that allow the force required to do push-ups, pull-ups or dips to be varied to aid with athletic training. ... | 01/15/2008 |
| 7316636 | Impinged retention exercise assembly Three types of exercise grips provide for pivot-anchoring of an impinging body within them so that the impinger heads engage stretchable or non-stretchable exercise media extending upward through their tunnels. The first is a handgrip, the second, an exercise spool ... | 01/08/2008 |
| 7314436 | Exercise device An exercise device having a first base member with foot platforms mounted thereon for rotating a person's lower body and a second base member including at least one handle to be grasped by a person for rotating a person's upper body. The first and second base member... | 01/01/2008 |
| 7314435 | Apparatus for training a body part of a person and method for using same Apparatus for training a body part, such as for example the feet or head, of a person is shown. The apparatus structure is configured to receive and support the body part. The structure includes a body part-supporting member defining a movement path of a selected di... | 01/01/2008 |
| 7314433 | Aquatic exercise device An aquatic exercise device provides uniform resistance under water when moved in any direction while concurrently preventing erratic movements which can damage the wrist of the individual using it. The unique design featuring a plurality of orifices in spherical sur... | 01/01/2008 |
| 7314438 | Hand-operable exercise bar An exercise apparatus includes first and second handles that fit within a user's hands and are formed from non-porous and water impermeable material. Each handle has a medially disposed end provided with a disc-shaped region and a central cylindrical region. The cen... | 01/01/2008 |
| 7314437 | Training harness for athletic hitting and swinging skills A harness for training the muscles used during hitting and swinging athletic movements comprising an arm portion, the arm portion comprising a pair of arm members for engaging a trainee's arms, wherein each arm member comprises a lower arm band adapted for positioni... | 01/01/2008 |
