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20080200307 | Treadmill having exercise motivation inducing function - There is provided a treadmill having an exercise motivation inducing function, which comprises: an interface to control the degree of difficulty of exercise, a driving unit to be driven according to the degree of difficulty controlled by the interface, and a control unit to control a gift provider to differentially provide a gift according to the degree of difficulty controlled by the interface. The treadmill motivates a user to receive a predetermined gift after finishing exercise, thereby inducing a positive attitude on exercise to a user disliking exercise. Furthermore, the treadmill adds the fun of exercise so that a user does exercise of her/his own free will, thereby contributing to the improvement of her/his physical constitution. | 08-21-2008 |
20080207401 | GROUP FITNESS SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A group exercise system may include: a master exercise device including a variable parameter and being operatively associated with a control system; and a servant exercise device including the variable parameter and being in communication with the control system. In some embodiments, the control system may include a exercise control program configured to control the variable parameter in both the master exercise and the servant exercise device. In some embodiments, the control system may be configured to receive communication signals from at least the master exercise device to alter control of the variable parameter in both the master exercise and the servant exercise device from the control by the exercise control program. Some embodiments may involve a group exercise method. Still further embodiments may involve a computer-readable storage medium encoded with instructions for performing a group exercise method when executed on a computer device. | 08-28-2008 |
20080242509 | METHODS AND APPARATUS TO CONTROL WORKOUTS ON STRENGTH MACHINES - Systems and methods to control a workout on a strength machine are described. An example system includes a sensor interface to receive a physiological condition of a user during use of the strength machine, and a controller coupled to the strength machine to cause a change of an exercise parameter based on the physiological condition. | 10-02-2008 |
20080242510 | METHODS AND APPARATUS TO DETERMINE BELT CONDITION IN EXERCISE EQUIPMENT - Systems, methods and machine readable media related to determining a condition of an exercise machine belt are disclosed. An example system includes a sensor to detect an event related to the exercise machine belt. The example system also includes a counter to selectively change a count based on the event as well as an output device to output a notification associated with the condition of the exercise machine belt based on the count. | 10-02-2008 |
20080269017 | Adaptive Training System - A mobile unit configured to train an athlete is disclosed. The mobile unit includes multiple sensors, communication devices and a mobility system. The mobile unit executes one or more training paths to simulate chasing associated with various sports. The mobile unit is capable of determining its own location and the location of the athlete throughout a training session, as well as other information. The mobile unit is configured to adapt the training path to stress weaknesses of the athlete with respect to various types of athletic skills. | 10-30-2008 |
20080287261 | Advanced mechanical learning system - The subject of this invention is a novel mechanical learning system. The system proposed in this invention provides a method to speed up and control the learning process of an arbitrary mechanical movement with arbitrary mechanical loading and specified complexity and accuracy. | 11-20-2008 |
20090023553 | Exercise systems in local or global network - An exercise system includes at least two exercise modules and is arranged to allow multiple users performing exercises on, with or against the modules in different locations while performing at least one preset task defined in a context of a story, a scenery or a video (or computer) game each in turn preferably defined in a virtual environment. The exercise system generally generates the task of the story, scenery or game in images of the virtual environment and simulates the exercising users as simulated user in such images, while allowing the users to manipulate the simulated users for attaining a goal of the task based on features related with the exercises performed by the user or allowing the task to manipulate operations of the modules based on such features. The exercise system includes at least one output module including at least two visual units and audio units to provide the images and sounds for the task to each exercising user. | 01-22-2009 |
20090023554 | Exercise systems in virtual environment - An exercise system includes at least two exercise modules and is arranged to allow multiple users performing exercises on, with or against the modules in different locations while performing at least one preset task defined in a context of a story, a scenery or a video (or computer) game each in turn preferably defined in a virtual environment. The exercise system generally generates the task of the story, scenery or game in images of the virtual environment and simulates the exercising users as simulated user in such images, while allowing the users to manipulate the simulated users for attaining a goal of the task based on features related with the exercises performed by the user or allowing the task to manipulate operations of the modules based on the features. The execs system includes at least two output modules each including a visual unit to provide the images for the task to each user and an olfactory or tactile unit to provide smell or tactile sensation to the user, respectively. | 01-22-2009 |
20090042696 | Finger-touch type sensor for an exercise apparatus - A finger-touch sensor for an exercise apparatus, comprising at least a detection recess formed at a handrail (or a swing arm) of the exercise apparatus for insertion of a human finger. At least one block-out short-wave sensor having an emitter and a corresponding receiver is fitted to the detection recess. The block-out short-wave sensor is coupled through a wire transmission line to an electronic console of the exercise apparatus such that an actual detection message obtained by the block-out short-wave sensor may conduct a pre-determined action by use of a built-in microprocessor. In this way, an easy control and adjustment of all factors (such as the exercise speed, slope or resistance, etc.) of the exercise apparatus is ensured by placing the human finger into the detection recess for blocking the emitting or reflecting signal. | 02-12-2009 |
20090048068 | Touch type panel switch for a swing arm of an exercise apparatus - The invention relates to a touch type panel switch for a swing arm of an exercise apparatus. At least one touch type panel switch for the touch of the human finger is disposed at a swing arm (or movable handrail) of an exercise apparatus. The touch type panel switch may be coupled to an electronic console of the exercise apparatus via a conducting line. Meanwhile, a preset function is achieved by a built-in microprocessor. In this way, a practical adjustment of the exercise apparatus to a proper exercise setting (such as of the speed, slope or resistance of the exercise) is ensured. | 02-19-2009 |
20090054208 | Safety device for motorized fitness equipment - A safety device for a motorized fitness equipment includes a socket provided with two first and two second slots; a conductive magnet on bottom of each first slot; and a metal clip in each second slot; a conductive device containing two separate conductive terminals each having a first and a second extensions; the first extension when connected to the first slot being electrically connected to the magnet; and the second portion being inserted into the second slot and held by the metal clip to constitute a circuit breaker by having the socket to combine with or clear away from the conductive device. | 02-26-2009 |
20090062072 | MID-DECK HINGED FOLDABLE TREADMILL DECK - An exercise apparatus that is stowable in a containment space formed by an article of furniture. The exercise apparatus may be deployed from a storage position within the containment space to a ready-to-use position. An electronic console for the exercise apparatus may be deployed to a ready-to-use position for use in conjunction with the exercise apparatus. The electronic console may be placed into a storage position when the exercise apparatus is stowed in the containment space so as not to interfere with the normal use of the article of furniture. The article of furniture may further comprise a component that is moveable to reveal a grasping member for use in conjunction with the exercise device. | 03-05-2009 |
20090098979 | Encouraging Exercise Whilst Playing Electronic Games - In order to encourage people who are playing an electronic games machine ( | 04-16-2009 |
20090111656 | NETWORKED EXERCISE MACHINE - Exercise machines are networked together to provide a user with an indication of the user's performance level compared to the performance levels of other users. Simulated characters corresponding to the users are shown on one or more displays viewable by the users. The simulated characters have a primary movement that may differ in type from the primary movement used in achieving the exercise by the corresponding user. Further, the primary movement used to achieve exercise by one user may differ from the primary movement used to achieve exercise by another user. Exertion transducers provide signals that are used in calculating parameters such as speed and acceleration. Biometric data may be measured from the users during exertion and displayed or uploaded onto the network. | 04-30-2009 |
20090111657 | REHABILITATION AND EXERCISE APPARATUS - A therapeutic and/or exercise apparatus is provided for use in connection with structured, multiaxial, multi-pattern movement that aids in rehabilitation or enhances conditioning. The apparatus generally includes a base and a posture bar that is attached to and extends upwardly from the base. The posture bar is affixed to a top surface of the base and can be removable or collapsible for ease of storage. The top surface of the base also includes a recess therein for receiving one of a variety of controlled motion devices such as a rotary disk that moves freely or is restrained by resistance means or other proprioceptive tools. This feature provides a much more balanced exercise process while also naturally working the entire set of muscle groups related to the exercise rather than simply isolating a single motion or muscle. | 04-30-2009 |
20090118098 | Vibration device for muscle training - A training device includes a motor including a sensor member connected therewith which is electrically connected to a control unit which controls the motor via commands from a user. A torque output unit is connected with an output shaft of the motor and transfers a resistant force to users and to transfers the force from the user to the motor. The torque output unit includes a speed reduction unit and a tension unit so as to transfer proper force between the motor and the users. The users exercise muscles by the vibration provided by the motor which rotates to-and-fro repetitively. | 05-07-2009 |
20090124460 | DISPLAY DEVICE OF BODY BUILDING MACHINE - A display device of a body building machine, comprising: a control portion having as plurality of buttons for controlling the setting of the setting of the processing and display unit; the processing and display unit having a display panel which can display objects by various colors; the processing and display unit serves to display various information in exercise; the display panel displaying the various states of various items by different colors; tech item and state can be represented independent for alerting the users. In the display panel, the set data is represented by a first color; when the data is changed at an initial state, a second color different from the first color is used to display the data. The processing and display unit displays the data about exercise time, exercise speed, pulses, and heat consumption. | 05-14-2009 |
20090143198 | Machines and Methods for Combined and Isolated Upper and Lower Body Workouts - An elliptical exercise machine allowing a user to move between a first position (standing on a stationary platform and using the machine's exercise arms), a second position (using the machine's footskates and holding a stationary handlebar), and a third position (using the machine's footskates and exercise arms), or any variation thereon. The machine may include a computer that directs the user's movements between those positions and others. | 06-04-2009 |
20090156363 | EXERCISE MACHINE WITH ADAPTIVE INTERFACE - An exercise machine with an adaptive interface comprises: a processing unit ( | 06-18-2009 |
20090163321 | SYSTEMS FOR INTERACTION WITH EXERCISE DEVICE - An exercise device is configured to enable a user to interact with a trainer in real-time communication. The exercise device includes an exercise mechanism having a movable element for movement in performance of exercise by a user. Communicating with the exercise mechanism is an interface adapted for gathering a first real-time signal from the user. The interface communicates with a communication system for receiving a packetized second real-time signal including a synchronized control signal from the trainer. The exercise device includes an output device configured to reproduce the second real-time signal. The control signals carried by the second signal are used to control the operating parameters of the exercise mechanism in real-time. | 06-25-2009 |
20090181826 | ELECTRIC BICYCLE WITH PERSONAL DIGITAL ASSISTANT - A control system for controlling an electric bicycle is provided, which includes an electric bicycle, an information processing unit, a monitoring device, an input device, and a display. The electric bicycle and the information processing unit exchange information with each other, and the information includes operation data on the electric bicycle, control data for the electric bicycle, exercise programs. The monitoring device monitors bodily condition of a bicycle rider, and communicates the monitored data with the information processing unit and the electric bicycle. Operations of the electrical bicycle are controlled by collected information and data. The operations of the electric bicycle include a power output level, gear shift, RPM, speed, and acceleration, and the operations of the electrical bicycle are controlled so as to keep a heart rate of the bicycle rider at a target heart rate. | 07-16-2009 |
20090192021 | Exercise machine capable of providing suitable training and control method thereof - An exercise machine and control method thereof, the control method comprising following steps: setting personal physical parameters, receiving a mode selection command, determining to enter either an automatic operating mode or a manual operating mode, entering the automatic operating mode, receiving a program selection command and reading a corresponding training program, generating an automatic operating command by comparing the personal physical parameters with the training program and outputting the automatic operating command to the exercise machine and activating the exercise machine according to the automatic operating command. The exercise machine thus can adjust its training strength based on the input personal physical parameters. Therefore users of the exercise machine with different physical conditions will individually have the better sports effect. | 07-30-2009 |
20090253554 | Personal workout management system - The invention relates to an interactive exercise management system. The system may be used for improving a workout environment for a specific user or group of users, tracking exercise information, and providing future workout information. The system, and method of using the system, allows for a specific user or group of users to control their workout environmental conditions. The conditions that may be controlled include, but are not limited to, sight, sound, smell and climate. | 10-08-2009 |
20090270226 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF ONE OR MORE EXERCISE DEVICES AND PROVIDING MOTIVATIONAL PROGRAMMING - The present invention is directed to systems and methods for providing exercise devices with motivational programming. The programming includes motivational content and control signals, synchronized with the motivational content, for controlling operation of the exercise device. The motivational content includes audio and/or video designed to simulate a group exercise setting and optionally instructional and educational content for the benefit of a user. The control signals can be carried in wireless carrier signals and can include bytes of data that define changes to the value of one or more operating parameters of an exercise device. The control signals can control one or more operating parameters of one or more exercise devices, whether at once, or device specific. | 10-29-2009 |
20090275442 | Method and Apparatus in Connection with Exercise - An apparatus for an interval exercise performable by a person, the interval exercise including at least two training intervals, each including a work phase and a recovery phase, wherein processing a first exercise parameter data characterizing an exertion level of the interval exercise, detecting a work phase of a training interval from the first exercise parameter data, detecting a value of the first exercise parameter from the exercise parameter data at end of the work phase, and determining a threshold level of a physiological parameter, measured from the person and characterizing the person's recovery level in a recovery phase, based on the value of the first exercise parameter at the end of the work phase. | 11-05-2009 |
20090286653 | REMOTE CONTROL DEVICE FOR AN ELECTRONIC APPARATUS IN PARTICULAR FOR PERFORMING A PHYSICAL EXERCISE - A remote control for electronic apparatus, in particular for performing a physical exercise, so as to monitor an operation parameter of the apparatus through a control signal received by a receiver associated with the apparatus. | 11-19-2009 |
20090286654 | CONTROLLER FOR AN EXERCISE BICYCLE - A controller is disclosed, especially but not exclusively, for use in combination with an exercise apparatus. The controller comprises in one arrangement a handlebar assembly and one or more input devices, of at least one of the input device being responsive to movement of the handlebars. The controller may include a support such as a handlebar stem, and may provide output signals to a microprocessor in turn to control operation of a programme running on the microprocessor. | 11-19-2009 |
20090298649 | Exercise device visual representation - An exercise device includes a member that moves through a selected one of a plurality of differently available paths. A display provides a visual representation of the movement of the first member. | 12-03-2009 |
20100009809 | System for simulating a tour of or being in a remote location while exercising - A system and device for simulating being in or traveling through a remote location during exercise. The system may include a data output device configured to present the remote location for consumption by a user. The system may include a storage device configured to store remote location data representing the remote location. The system may include sensors configured to generate exercise data. The system may include a controller communicatively coupled to the sensors, the storage device, and the data output device, the controller configured to receive the generated exercise data and generate processed remote location data for the data output device based on the generated exercise data and the stored remote location data. The system may include a stationary exercise equipment operable by the user, the stationary exercise equipment including a sensor to generate exercise data. | 01-14-2010 |
20100016125 | Mat - A gymnastic mat includes a plurality of sections that can be multi colored and includes at least one sensor in each section, and/or a visual indicator associated with each section, and/or an audio indicator associated with each section. The mat can use the visual indicator and/or audible sounds to indicate the user's proper sequence and rhythm of their hands and feet in executing a gymnastic move, for example a cartwheel. Upon proper execution of the gymnastic move, the visual indicator can illuminate corresponding sections of the mat to indicate execution in the proper sequence, and/or the audible sound output indicates execution in the proper sequence. When the user makes a mistake in executing the proper sequence of the gymnastic move, either the visual indicator will not display for that section (indicating improper execution in sequence), and/or the audible sound output will be out of the “proper” audio sequence (indicating improper execution in sequence). | 01-21-2010 |
20100035724 | Adaptive Training System With Aerial Mobility System - A mobile unit configured to train an athlete is disclosed. The mobile unit includes multiple sensors, communication devices and a mobility system. The mobile unit executes one or more training paths to simulate chasing associated with various sports. The mobile unit is capable of determining its own location and the location of the athlete throughout a training session, as well as other information. The mobile unit is configured to adapt the training path to stress weaknesses of the athlete with respect to various types of athletic skills. | 02-11-2010 |
20100048356 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR INTEGRATING PHYSICAL EXERCISE AND INTERACTIVE MULTIMEDIA - A physical exercise method and apparatus comprises a mat/cushion device and accessories designed for fitness interactivity using an array of variations of graphics specifically placed on the mat. The locations of the graphics are provided as an aid to guide proper body positions or postures, placement and alignment in yoga and physical exercise, and for the use of creative sequencing of movement, proper technique, and body mechanics. The apparatus is a foundation and map for physical exercise programs, games, interactive play, physical therapies and methods. The apparatus contains graphics with anthropometric measurements that may be synchronized with instruction, audio and/or video displays, and/or video games containing and delivering corresponding graphics for body placement and timing. The method through instruction and gaming can be delivered auditorially and/or visually, through interactive multimedia systems, on a timed and/or touch sensitive system, as well as an array of different technologies such as the internet. | 02-25-2010 |
20100056339 | Exercise apparatus in interactive communication with medical service platform - An exercise apparatus in interactive communication with a medical service platform serves to convert movements of the exercise apparatus into accessible exercise data and transmit the exercise data and data about a medical-care-recipient's ID to the medical service platform. | 03-04-2010 |
20100056340 | POSITION TRACKING AND GUIDANCE METHODS - 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 communicate with a personal computer. General purpose devices may include a control unit, a display, a user input, and an audio output. The MPN may provide a variety of functions, including time, communication, entertainment, organization, guidance, athletic, medical, travel, outdoors, identity, security, and military. | 03-04-2010 |
20100062904 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING AN EXERCISE APPARATUS - The various embodiments of the present invention generally provide a control system and a process for an exercise apparatus configurable into a combined treadmill and stepper mode. The apparatus may also be configured into stepper only and treadmill only modes. The apparatus generally includes a master control unit, a first sensor, in communication with the master control unit, which generates a first signal indicative of an effective tread speed for the apparatus, and a resistive element that includes at least one resistance level. Using the first signal, the resistance level, and empirical information, the amount of energy expended by a user of the apparatus may be calculated and the operation of the apparatus controlled. Various sensors, actuators and information, such as that obtained from various data structures, may be utilized in performing calculations and controlling the features, functions and operation of the apparatus. | 03-11-2010 |
20100069201 | TRAINING ARRANGEMENT - In the case of a training arrangement ( | 03-18-2010 |
20100081548 | Exercise simulator and method for encouraging exercise - An exercise simulator and a method of encouraging exercise are disclosed. The exercise simulator has a steering component including a user-movable element and a steering sensor. The sensor outputs a sensor signal indicative of the amount of movement of the user-movable element to provide steering input to a computer. The computer has a program and data for providing a visually displayable simulated environment. The visually displayable simulated environment is navigable by user input comprising movement of the user-movable element. The visually displayable simulated environment can be part of a computer animated game. | 04-01-2010 |
20100093492 | EXERCISE DEVICE WITH PROXIMITY SENSOR - An exercise device configured to sense and respond to objects in proximity to the exercise device is provided. The device includes a sensor configured to sense objects in proximity to the exercise device other than the user who is operating the exercise device. A console is in communication with the sensor that instructs components of the treadmill to provide, for example, an audible and/or visual response to the user of the exercise device, or to slow or stop the exercise device from moving. Sensors that are capable of sensing whether objects are within different spatial zones of proximity are disclosed. Multiple pre-defined and/or user-defined responses to objects detected in multiple corresponding spatial zones of proximity are also disclosed herein. | 04-15-2010 |
20100093493 | System for training athletes - A system for training athletes in running activities, such as sprints or team field sports, provides a resistance to an athlete attempting to run. The system comprises a drive unit, and in an embodiment, the drive unit comprises a motor having a motor shaft and a pulley operatively coupled to the shaft. The system further comprises a rope adapted to be rolled on the pulley, a unit controller adapted to control operation of the drive unit, and a programmable logic controller, which logic controller may display and storage of data related to the operation of the system. In use, the rope may be fastened to an athlete, and thereafter the athlete may be allowed to run in a direction away from the drive unit, where the pulley will provide a resistive force on the athlete. | 04-15-2010 |
20100105524 | VIBRATING PLATE APPARATUS FOR MUSCULAR TONING - A vibrating plate apparatus including a vibrating plate on which a user desiring muscular toning rests, a vibration motor member connected to the vibrating plate for vibrating the plate at a desired frequency, several air cushions provided under the vibrating plate for dampening vibration, and an air tank in communication with each of the air cushions. The tank establishes the air pressure in at least one of the air cushions at a predetermined value independently from the user's weight. The motor member includes two motors rotating in opposite directions, each of the two motors including a set of flyweights driven by the two motors and having a center of gravity offset relative to the axis, the two sets having the same mass, being symmetrical to each other and including at least one moveable flyweight that can assume at least one position for varying the vibrating plate's vibration amplitude. | 04-29-2010 |
20100125024 | Rocking-type exercise device - A rocking-type exercise device includes a seat on which a user can sits, a seat rocking unit for reciprocating the seat at least in one direction, a control unit for controlling the seat rocking unit so as to reciprocate the seat, and a detector unit for detecting a user's exercise posture to obtain detected information. The control unit includes a feedback stimulus output unit for comparing the detected information obtained by the detector unit with a target value and for outputting, if a difference exits between the detected information and the target value, a feedback stimulus by which to make the detected information come close to the target value. | 05-20-2010 |
20100125025 | TRAINING DEVICE FOR TRAINING A BODY PART OF A USER - A training device for training a body part of a user is configured to advantageously limit the resonance movement of the flexible coupling member generated by the vibration of the vibrating device. The training device comprises a vibrating device for generating a vibration and a pretensioning device for generating a pre-tension in a muscle of the body part. The pretensioning device comprises a handling member configured to be held by the user, a reeling means for reeling a flexible coupling member, and a tensioning means for driving the reeling means such that the flexible coupling member is tensioned to allow the vibration generated by the vibrating device to be transferred to the handling member. The pretensioning device further comprises a movement limiter to limit a resonance movement of the flexible coupling member generated by the vibration of the vibrating device. | 05-20-2010 |
20100130329 | Automated Striking And Blocking Trainer With Quantitative Feedback - An automated striking and blocking trainer is disclosed. In some embodiments, the trainer includes the following: a frame; a striking body joined with the frame, the punching bag including one or more strike zone assemblies, the strike zone assemblies each having a light indicator and a striking force sensor; an arm assembly joined with the frame, the arm assembly including one or more arms, each of the one or more arms including a voltage differential sensor and a motion indicator in the form of an electrical motor, wherein the voltage differential between the power being used by the electrical motor when the one or more arms are not struck and when the one or more arms are struck is used to determine a torque of the one or more arms and an input force of a blocking strike; and a head assembly including a processor unit and a display. | 05-27-2010 |
20100137104 | Gymnastic machine - A gymnastic machine comprising a frame ( | 06-03-2010 |
20100151994 | VIBRATION TRAINING DEVICE - A training device includes a motor including a sensor member connected therewith which is electrically connected to a vibration control unit which controls the motor via commands from a user. A torque output unit is connected with an output shaft of the motor and transfers a resistant force to users and to transfers the force from the user to the motor. The torque output unit includes a speed reduction unit and a tension unit so as to transfer proper force between the motor and the users. The vibration control unit sensing status of the motor according to input commands so as to control the motor simultaneously to generate vibration and resistant force on user's muscles by rotating to-and-fro repetitively. | 06-17-2010 |
20100160115 | USER DETECTION FOR EXERCISE EQUIPMENT - Embodiments of the present disclosure include a user detection system for exercise equipment, such as a treadmill. In an embodiment, a sensor monitors displacement between a deck supporting a moveable treadmill belt and aspects of a treadmill frame. As users interact with the treadmill, a processor uses a sensor signal indicative of the displacement to determine whether a user has mounted the treadmill belt. | 06-24-2010 |
20100167875 | CHASING TRAINING DEVICE - An athletic training device to develop speed and agility. A robot can be programmed or remote controlled to move in an erratic manner so that it can be chased by an athlete. An on-board shut-off unit stops the device when it is removed by the athlete chasing the device. | 07-01-2010 |
20100210418 | TREADMILL, FITNESS DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD OF THE SAME, AND CONTROL MODULE OF THE SAME - A fitness apparatus includes: a body having a belt for supporting an exerciser; a driving motor for driving the belt; a motor driving portion for driving the driving motor; a display device installed in a predetermined area of the body to provide information to the exerciser; and a control portion for determining symbol display coordinates using an exerciser speed corresponding to a rotation speed of the driving motor, and outputting a symbol corresponding to the exerciser at the symbol display coordinates through the display device. According to the fitness apparatus of the present invention, an exerciser can control the symbol display coordinates of a symbol displayed on the display device, and thus various game functions can be implemented. Therefore, an exerciser can enjoy an exercise without easily feeling tedious. | 08-19-2010 |
20100216599 | EXERCISE DEVICE WITH PROXIMITY SENSOR - An exercise device configured to sense and respond to objects in proximity to the exercise device is provided. The device includes a sensor configured to sense objects in proximity to the exercise device other than the user who is operating the exercise device. A console is in communication with the sensor that instructs components of the treadmill to provide, for example, an audible and/or visual response to the user of the exercise device, or to slow or stop the exercise device from moving. Sensors that are capable of sensing whether objects are within different spatial zones of proximity are disclosed. Multiple pre-defined and/or user-defined responses to objects detected in multiple corresponding spatial zones of proximity are also disclosed herein. | 08-26-2010 |
20100222178 | EXERCISE MACHINE INFORMATION SYSTEM - An example system and method involves receiving data communicated from multiple exercise machines and storing machine-related data for the multiple exercise machines. The machine-related data includes at least maintenance data, use data and warranty data for a respective one or more of the exercise machines. The machine-related data is updated based on the data received from the multiple exercise machines and one or more operations is automatically performed with reference to the stored machine-related data to produce operation-generated information about one or more of the multiple exercise machines. | 09-02-2010 |
20100234179 | Exercise Arrangement - The invention discloses an exercise arrangement having a stationary frame with a seat and handle for a user attached to the frame. At least one flywheel is rotatably mounted on the frame and is operatively joined to a crankshaft, with at least one pedal, by a flexible drive element. Vibration means are associated with the flywheel and/or crankshaft being adapted to apply vibration to the user. | 09-16-2010 |
20100240493 | Exercise apparatus - An exercise apparatus is composed of a counterweight device, a pulley assembly, a pulley sensor, an operating device, and a control device. The counterweight device includes a frame, a plurality of weight pieces mounted to the frame, and a plurality of electronic switches mounted to the frame for detecting the number of the weight pieces that are moved. The pulley assembly includes at least one pulley mounted to the frame; and a transmission member mounted to the pulley and connected with the weight pieces. The pulley sensor is mounted to the frame for sensing the status of the pulley. The operating device is connected with the transmission member for driving the pulley assembly to move the weight pieces. The control device is electrically connected with the electronic switches and the pulley sensor for calculating, displaying, and recording data of the user's exercise performance. | 09-23-2010 |
20100248898 | SECURITY APPARATUS FOR TREADMILL - A treadmill is provided with a security apparatus. The security apparatus includes a plug and a socket. The plug includes a casing and a conductive card. The conductive card includes a first portion disposed in the casing and a second portion extended from the casing. The socket includes a casing and two conductive elements. The casing includes a slot defined therein. The conductive elements are disposed in the casing so that the conductive elements are isolated from each other normally but connected to each other through the conductive card when the conductive card is inserted into the casing through the slot. | 09-30-2010 |
20100248899 | EXERCISE APPARATUS WITH AUTOMATICALLY ADJUSTABLE FOOT MOTION - An elliptical exercise apparatus includes a frame, a pair of footpads, and a linkage coupling the footpads to the frame and for guiding the footpads in closed paths when a user's feet apply forces to the footpads. The linkage, which includes a rotatable member having an angular position indicative of the positions of the footpads within their closed paths, responds to input control signals by adjusting length and height dimensions of the closed paths. A control system senses the angular position of the rotatable member, senses the forces the user applies to the footpads, and generates the control signals to increase or decrease the path dimensions when it senses particular combinations of angular position and user forces, thereby permitting the user to control the path dimensions by controlling the forces applied to the footpads. | 09-30-2010 |
20100248900 | EXERCISE SYSTEMS FOR SIMULATING REAL WORLD TERRAIN - An exercise system includes one or more exercise devices that communicate via a network with a communication system. The communication system stores and/or generates exercise programming for use on the exercise device. The exercise programming is able to control one or more operating parameters of the exercise device to simulate terrain found at a remote, real world location. The exercise programming can include images/videos of the remote, real world location. The control signals and the images/videos can be synchronized so that a user of the exercise device is able to experience, via the changing operating parameters, the topographical characteristics of the remote, real world location as well as see images of the location. | 09-30-2010 |
20100279820 | COMPRESSION TRAINING APPARATUS, COMPRESSION TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF CONTROL - A training system includes a tight fitting device | 11-04-2010 |
20100279821 | Training System and Method - A training system and method include providing a frame, a user support portion coupled to the frame and arranged to support a user, and a user engagement portion coupled to the frame and arranged to be engaged by the body part. A force sensor is provided for sensing a user-applied force at the user engagement portion, and a position sensor is operably connected to at least one of the user support portion and the user engagement portion for sensing a relative position therebetween. A motor is coupled to at least one of the user support portion and the user engagement portion for driving a position thereof with respect to the frame over a range of motion at a preprogrammed velocity, and a controller is provided in communication with the motor, the force sensor, and the position sensor. A knee position mechanism is movably coupled to the frame between the user support portion and the user engagement portion, the knee position mechanism including a sensor in communication with the controller for tracking a horizontal position of a knee of the user over the range of motion. | 11-04-2010 |
20100298096 | ADJUSTABLE STRIDE LENGTH EXERCISE METHOD AND APPARATUS - An exercise apparatus includes a frame for residing on a horizontal surface, a pair of arm-supporting members for supporting the user's arms and a pair of leg-supporting members for supporting the user's legs. A linkage assembly couples the arm-supporting members and leg-supporting members to the frame and moves the arm-supporting members and leg-supporting members in closed paths relative to the frame in response to user forces applied to the arm-supporting members and leg-supporting members. The linkage assembly includes actuators for adjusting dimensions of the closed paths in response to control signal inputs. Sensors mounted on the linkage assembly generate force-indicating signals representing one or more of the user force. A user interface receives and processes the force-indicating signals and supplies the control signal inputs to the actuators, wherein a dimension of at least one of the closed paths is a function of at least one of the forces applied to the leg and arm-supporting members. | 11-25-2010 |
20100304931 | Motion capture system - A motion capture system includes at least four relatively positioned locating units defining an area; an RFID fiducial moving with a movable object within the vicinity of the defined area; the locating units receiving RF signals transmitted by the RFID fiducial; and a processing unit in communication with the locating units and the RFID fiducial, the processing unit transmitting RF signals to the RFID fiducial and receiving information from the locating units in response to the transmitted RF signals and determining a location of the RFID fiducial. | 12-02-2010 |
20110021316 | EXERCISE AIDING APPARATUS - Exercise aiding apparatus includes a step | 01-27-2011 |
20110034301 | TRAINING METHOD - A training method in which training coordinator device is in communication with a training transducer integrated in an exercise article. The training coordinator device receives training schedule data, for example, via an internet link, and uses this schedule to prompt and encourage a user in performing training activities in a real time and persistent manner defined in the training schedule by means of a user interface which may take the form of an LED array. The training coordinator device monitors training activities by signals from a suitably adapted training transducer, which may be integrated in an exercise article such as a bicycle etc. Information concerning the user's training activities may be published via an internet link for access by both the user and medical professionals, who may also be the source of the training schedule. | 02-10-2011 |
20110045950 | Exercising Device Operated By A Motor To Perform A Passive Reciprocating Motion - An exercising device includes a base, a driving unit and a limit cap. The base has an upper surface provided with two toothed racks, a first stop post and a second stop post and a lower surface provided with an antiskid member. The limit cap has a slideway. The driving unit includes a housing, a rotation shaft, a motor, two driven gears, two handgrips, and a control switch. When the control switch is moved to touch the first stop post or the second stop post, the control switch is driven to change the rotation direction of the motor. Thus, the slideway limits the moving direction of the driving unit to prevent the driving unit from being deflected sideward during movement. In addition, the base will not slip from the ground by provision of the antiskid member. | 02-24-2011 |
20110045951 | EXERCISING DEVICE OPERATED BY A MOTOR TO PERFORM A PASSIVE RECIPROCATING MOTION - An exercising device includes a base, a driving unit and a limit cap. The base has an upper surface provided with two toothed racks, a first contact switch and a second contact switch and a lower surface provided with an antiskid member. The limit cap has an elongate slideway. The driving unit includes a housing, a rotation shaft, a motor, two driven gears, two handgrips, and a control switch. When the driving unit touches the first contact switch or the second contact switch, the motor is controlled to change the rotation direction of the rotation shaft. Thus, the slideway limits the moving direction of the driving unit to prevent the driving unit from being deflected sideward during movement. In addition, the base will not slip from the ground by provision of the antiskid member. | 02-24-2011 |
20110065549 | REAL TIME AUTOMATIC CONTROL SYSTEM OF SPORTING GOODS AND CONTROL METHOD USING THE SAME - Disclosed are a real time automatic control system and more particularly, there are provided a system providing sports suitable for a user by automatically controlling sporting goods by considering health history information and state information of a user in real time while the user is playing sports using the sporting goods, and a control method using the same. For this, there is provided a real time automatic control system of sporting goods that includes: a sensor device outputting condition information including a rating of perceived exertion of a user in real time; a server device storing profile information including health history information and sporting history information of the user; and an exercise intensity setting device setting an optimal exercise intensity by using the condition information and the profile information, and controlling the sporting goods in real time in accordance with the optimal exercise intensity. | 03-17-2011 |
20110077125 | BIOMECHANICAL DIAGNOSTIC MACHINE FOR BICYCLE FITTING, REHABILITATION AND TRAINING - Presented is a bike fitting and diagnostic machine with adjustable rider contact points of the saddle, the pedals, and the handlebars. Adjustments can be made while the rider pedals, and while the rider's output is measured in watts, calories, heart rate, or other units. Optimal bike fit parameters are determined to help a rider select a well fitting bike or have one made to his specifications. | 03-31-2011 |
20110105277 | MULTI-TRAINER FOR SWIVEL CHAIRS ON CASTORS - A limb-exercising system for attaching to an swivel chair on castors, the limb-exercising system including a rigid platform, at least one interchangeable limb-exercising unit, a force resistor, and a cable, the rigid platform being coupled with the castors of the office swivel chair, such that the relative movement between the rigid platform and the office swivel chair is minimal, the interchangeable limb-exercising unit being coupled with the rigid platform, the interchangeable limb-exercising unit being operative to provide movement exercise for at least one muscle group of the body of a user, the force resistor being coupled with the rigid platform and with the interchangeable limb-exercising unit, the force resistor providing resistance to movement of the interchangeable limb-exercising unit, the cable being coupled between the interchangeable limb-exercising unit and the force resistor. | 05-05-2011 |
20110124466 | PARTLY-INLAID TREADMILL - A partially-inlaid treadmill system includes a running deck, a wide belt assembled on two parallel rollers to slide over the running deck, side handrails, a panel for controlling and monitoring the treadmill system, a partition that separates a first part of the treadmill system positioned for access to the user from a second part of the treadmill system that includes mechanisms and electro-electronics for driving the belt, incline devices, belt lubrication, ventilation and regulating devices, an emergency control lever, a drawer, a plurality of directional ventilation openings, and an aisle provided on the same side of the partition as the second part of the treadmill for accessing components of the second part of the treadmill system. | 05-26-2011 |
20110124467 | PARTLY-INLAID ELLIPTICAL GYMNASTICS EQUIPMENT - A partially-inlaid elliptical gymnastics equipment system includes a plurality of pedals connected to moving arms that move in synchronism with said pedals, at least one fixed member configured within a reach of a user, a panel for controlling and monitoring the equipment system, a mechanical and electric assembly that connects at least one pair of pedals and moving arms to define an elliptical system and promotes an alternating displacement of the at least one pair of pedals and arms, a vertical partition that includes a first pair of vertical windows through which distal end parts of bars pass, each bar connecting one the pedals to the elliptical system and a pair of vertical windows through which the moving arms pass, the moving arms being synchronized with the movements of the pedals, and an aisle providing access to the mechanical and electric assembly. | 05-26-2011 |
20110130248 | EXERCISING DEVICE - An exercising device comprises an operation module, a step module, and a seat module. The operation module has an operation unit. The step module has steps for bearing feet of the user, respectively. The step module is configured to move the step. The seat module has a seat and a driving unit configured to swing the seat. The step module and the seat module are detachably attached to the operation module. The exercising device has any one of a first condition, a second condition, and a third condition. The operation module is configured to hold the step module when the exercising device has the first condition. The operation module is configured to hold the seat module when the exercising device has the second condition. The operation module is configured to hold both the step module and the seat module when the exercising device has the third condition. | 06-02-2011 |
20110177915 | INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC POWER TYPE SPEED RACE APPARATUS - An independent electric power type speed race apparatus is disclosed. The independent electric power type speed race apparatus comprises a first health cycle comprising a first pedal, a first cycle rotary body rotating by handling of the first pedal, and a first cycle load driving part working as a load checking the rotation of the first cycle rotary body; a first cycle speed sensor sensing a rotation speed of the first cycle rotary body; a second health cycle comprising a second pedal, a second cycle rotary body rotating by handling of the second pedal, and a second cycle load driving part working as a load checking the rotation of the second cycle rotary body; a second cycle speed sensor sensing a rotation speed of the second cycle rotary body; a display plate installed at the front of the first health cycle and the second health cycle; a plurality of first LEDs installed on the front side of the display plate and forming a first race track; a plurality of second LEDs installed on the front side of the display plate and forming a second race track in the face of the first race track; and a main processor controlling the race between the first race cycle and the second race cycle by turning on the plurality of first LEDs forming the first race track in sequence according to the rotation speed of the first cycle rotary body which is sensed by the first cycle speed sensor and turning on the plurality of second LEDs forming the second race track in sequence according to the rotation speed of the second cycle rotary body which is sensed by the second cycle speed sensor. | 07-21-2011 |
20110190096 | Stretching Apparatus - The invention relates to a stretching apparatus which is used to stretch the posterior muscles and tendons by means of powered stretching movements. The apparatus comprises a body ( | 08-04-2011 |
20110207580 | EXERCISE DEVICE - The system provides an exercise device where resistance is provided by one or more of gyroscopic forces, centrifugal forces, magnetic forces, torus forces symmetric field physics, electro-mechanical forces, mass shaping, frequency dynamics, etc. In one embodiment, a handheld device with an internal flywheel is provided. The flywheel is spun up to a desired speed and provides a gyroscopic resistance to movement in a particular direction relative to the orientation of the device. By holding the device in a particular orientation and attempting to move the device against the gyroscopic effect, resistance is provided for exercising. The device itself is relatively light so that the resistance exists principally when the device is being moved. In one embodiment, the rate of rotation of the flywheel can be controlled via an on-board control so that the resistance can be increased or decreased during exercise movement. | 08-25-2011 |
20110218076 | SPRINT TRAINER AID - Disclosed is a sprinter training aid which pulls the sprinter forward in an over speed condition, for the purpose of exercise the muscles which pull the leg forward when running, such the hip flexor muscles. Two devices can be used, one pulling the sprinter forward and one pulling the sprinter backward at the start of a run. The backward pulling at the start of the run exercises the sprinter's muscles which are used when going from a stationary position, to a full speed sprint. The device which pulls the sprinter forward would take over when the rearward pulling device shut off, and pull the sprinter to an over speed condition. Include in the device is a cable and cable winder, and a motor, computer, and a wireless connection to a data compilation computer. | 09-08-2011 |
20110237397 | Static Cycling Machine - A static cycling machine includes a support assembly and a drive assembly. A frame assembly is mounted on the support assembly. The frame assembly includes a seat tube assembly extending from the drive assembly, the seat tube assembly being adjustable in length. A down tube assembly extends from the drive assembly, the down tube assembly being adjustable in length. A handlebar assembly is mounted on the down tube assembly. A fork assembly is connected to the handlebar assembly and is adjustable in length. The seat tube, down tube, handlebar and fork assemblies are connected to each other such that at least the dimensions of the frame assembly can be adjusted by adjusting the lengths of the tube assemblies. A driven wheel assembly is operatively connected to the drive assembly so that work applied to the drive assembly can be transmitted to the wheel assembly. Actuators are operatively engaged with the frame assembly to adjust dimensions of the frame assembly. | 09-29-2011 |
20110256983 | VIRTUAL ANKLE AND BALANCE TRAINER SYSTEM - A rehabilitation system that combines robotics and interactive gaming to facilitate performance of task-specific, repetitive exercise to enable individuals undergoing rehabilitation to improve the performance of coordinated movements of the ankle, and to practice balance activities, is disclosed. More specifically, the rehabilitation system includes at least one two degree-of-freedom robotic, haptic interface for a mammalian foot and interactive gaming hardware that is coupled to a controller, to provide a virtual reality-like environment. | 10-20-2011 |
20110256984 | Physical Therapy System and Method - A system and method for developing an individual's physical abilities includes measuring one or more physical ability of an individual and establishing control parameters of a game such that operation of the game at a beginning level is within the individual's measured physical ability. The degree of physical ability shown by the individual over time of game play is monitored, and the control parameters are gradually modified to require a progressively greater physical ability of the individual than required at the beginning level. The system includes an input device, e.g., a joystick, that is operated by the individual to play the game. The system records aspects related to game play, such as frequency and duration of play, specific actions or motions, and changes in physical ability. A therapist is then able to review the record and modify system settings to optimize improvement by the individual. | 10-20-2011 |
20110275480 | MUSCLE AND/OR JOINT EXERCISE APPARATUS - An apparatus of muscle and/or joint exercise adapted to reeducation and/or physical conditioning of a body part of a user, including a hollow body; | 11-10-2011 |
20110312470 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR REMOTE INTERACTIVE EXERCISE AND HEALTH EQUIPMENT - An exercise system includes a local system having an exercise apparatus and an associated local computer, where the local computer controls and monitors the operation and use, respectively, of the exercise apparatus. The system further includes a remote system having a remote computer, and a transmission medium including a telephone line that couples the local system to the remote system for data communication between the local system and the remote system. The remote system may receive local system data from the local system concerning the use of the exercise apparatus, and the local system may receive remote system data from the remote system concerning the operation of the exercise apparatus. The local computer preferably controls the operation of the exercise apparatus based upon a modifiable script stored in a read/write memory of the local computer, which can be updated by the remote system. A method for controlling an exercise apparatus includes running a modifiable script on a local computer to control the use and to monitor the operation of an exercise apparatus, and communicating with a remote system to provide the remote system with data concerning the use of the exercise apparatus. The script is stored in read/write memory of the local computer and remote system data received from the remote system may include at least a portion of a new script to be stored in the read/write memory of the local computer. | 12-22-2011 |
20110319228 | EXERCISE SYSTEM - An example exercise system includes an exercise apparatus including a processor, a movable element and an output device and a device including a processor and coupled to the exercise apparatus and to a communication network. The device is configured to receive an exercise program information and mental activity data and to output the exercise program information and the mental activity data to the exercise apparatus. The processor of the exercise apparatus is configured to use the exercise program information to control a parameter associated with the movable element and to control the output device to output the mental activity data during use of the exercise apparatus. | 12-29-2011 |
20120004074 | Method And Apparatus For Controlling The Load Parameters Of Training Device - The invention relates to a method for controlling load parameters of an exercise machine ( | 01-05-2012 |
20120010049 | Device for an Automatic Body Fat Reducing and Muscle Building - An apparatus for body fat reduction and muscle building includes a bridge having a rectangular shape. A chassis is joined to the bridge and extends away from a back side. A piston having a surface for applying a load resistance to an abdomen is positioned proximate the bridge with a stem extending through a central hole. A swash plate is joined to a distal end of the stem. A return spring is in communication with the swash plate. A drive shaft is mounted to the chassis. A cam is joined to the drive shaft where the cam contacts the swash plate. A motor rotates the drive shaft and cam to move the piston in a first direction towards the abdomen and the return spring moves the piston in a second direction away from the abdomen. A belt secures the bridge to a user with the piston adjacent to the abdomen. | 01-12-2012 |
20120015777 | Core muscle strengthening - The method and system of this invention provides for core muscle strengthening. The method comprises the step of: providing an apparatus ( | 01-19-2012 |
20120021871 | CHASING TRAINING DEVICE - An athletic training device to develop speed and agility. A robot can be programmed or remote controlled to move in an erratic manner so that it can be chased by an athlete. An on-board shut-off unit stops the device when it is removed by the athlete chasing the device. | 01-26-2012 |
20120040798 | Treadmill with Man-Machine Interaction Speed Regulation and Control Method Thereof - A treadmill with man-machine interaction speed regulation and a control method thereof are presented. The treadmill includes an arm swinging detection unit for detecting an arm swinging amplitude or frequency. When a user runs on the treadmill, the arm swinging amplitude or frequency of the user can be detected by the arm swinging detection unit. In the situation that a variation of the arm swinging amplitude or frequency is greater than a preset threshold value, a new transmission speed of a treadmill belt is worked out according to a new arm swinging amplitude or frequency, and the speed of the treadmill is regulated to the new speed automatically. Otherwise, the treadmill belt keeps the former transmission speed. The treadmill speed is automatically regulated according to dynamically monitored arm swinging information, which allows the user to change the transmission speed of the treadmill belt in a natural way. | 02-16-2012 |
20120058859 | AUTOMATED WEIGHTLIFTING SPOTTING MACHINE - A weight training assistance apparatus which requires a user to overcome the force exerted by one or more weights comprising: one or more sensors for monitoring a user's activity by monitoring the position of an item indicative of the position of the weights during a weight training exercise; a processor in communication with said sensors; the processor enabled to dynamically compare the user's activity of the item during the exercise with a predetermined activity profile to determine a dynamic level of fatigue for the user; the processor further enabled to determine a response at a given moment based on the exercise undertaken, the current user activity and the determined dynamic level of fatigue; a load bearing device that is controllable by the processor, the load bearing device enabled to dynamically vary the magnitude of the net force exerted by the weight as determined by the response, the processor further enabled to maintain the magnitude of the force when the user's activity is within a predetermined limit of the predetermined activity profile. | 03-08-2012 |
20120108392 | TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD USING A DYNAMIC PERTURBATION PLATFORM - A new apparatus, system and method for fall prevention training is provided that delivers, studies and analyzes the biomechanics of a disturbance event, such as a slip or trip incident, so that an appropriate response can be executed by the person to reduce or eliminate the number of falls experienced. The apparatus includes a platform that delivers a disturbance event in less than about 500 ms and preferably in the range of about 100 ms to about 200 ms. The method includes a unique protocol for fall prevention training using the apparatus. The disturbance event can create instability in the joint of the individual. An individual's walking gait can be monitored with the portions thereof detected. A disturbance event can be triggered when a given portion of the walking gait is detected. Also, the disturbance even can be triggered manually, at preset intervals or according to preset script. | 05-03-2012 |
20120129654 | ELECTRIC CUSHIONING MECHANISM OF A TREADMILL - An electric cushioning mechanism of a treadmill having a cushioning rod assembly positioned at the rear end of the front support frame. The cushioning rod assembly is coupled to an electric cushioning mechanism. The electric cushioning mechanism includes a linking support, a cushioning drive motor, a slide element, and a slope guide plate. The linking support is provided with a roller at the bottom of both sides thereof, respectively. The cushioning drive motor has a guide screw rod. A pushing slope is formed at the bottom of both sides of the slide element. The pushing slope pushes against the slope guide plate. The roller of the linking support tends to slide on the path with different slopes by use of the angular change on the slope guide plate, thereby creating different reactive cushioning forces. | 05-24-2012 |
20120142497 | TRAINING SYSTEM - A training system for training of part of a trainee's body includes a training machine, a control device controlling the training machine, and a display unit displaying a game screen. The training machine imposes a load on the trainee, with an MR-fluid load generating unit using MR fluid, which has viscosity varying with a magnetic field strength. The load is calculated on the basis of a target load and a relationship between the current in the MR-fluid load generating unit and the load generated by the MR-fluid load generating unit. The control device produces the game screen in correspondence with the trainee's training motion detected by a displacement detection sensor, and makes the display unit display the game screen, while controlling the load in the training machine. | 06-07-2012 |
20120157263 | MULTI-USER SMARTGLOVE FOR VIRTUAL ENVIRONMENT-BASED REHABILITATION - A low-cost, virtual environment, rehabilitation system and a glove input device for patients suffering from stroke or other neurological impairments for independent, in-home use, to improve upper extremity motor function, including hand and finger control. The system includes a low-cost input device for tracking arm, hand, and finger movement; an open source gaming engine; and a processing device. The system is controllable to provide four types of multiple patient/user interactions: competition, cooperation, counter-operative, and mixed. | 06-21-2012 |
20120157264 | ALTERNATELY VIBRATORY-TYPE EXERCISE APPARATUS - Provided is an alternate vibration type exercise apparatus that alternately vibrates a pair of vibration generators each other in which a vibration plate of each vibration generator is vibrated by up- and down-displacement of a moving driving coil inserted into a magnetic gap of a magnetic circuit, to thereby enable an alternate exercise of both of the feet of a trainee. The alternate vibration type exercise apparatus include: a base; a drive signal generator that generates first and second drive signals having a 180-degree phase difference therebetween; and first and second vibration generators having first and second vibration plates that are disposed at a distance spaced from each other on the left and right sides of the base and that are mounted so as to vibrate up and down, respectively, in which the first and second vibration plates that are connected with the first and second driving coils vibrate up and down alternately as the first and second drive signals are applied to the first and second driving coils that are disposed in first and second magnetic gaps, respectively, by a magnetic gap drive mode. | 06-21-2012 |
20120165157 | FITNESS CENTER WORK-OUT STATION WITH ELECTROMECHANICAL CONTROL OF END OF STROKE POSITION - A fitness center work-out station with electromechanical control of the end of stroke position, including a base, from which there arises a structure where there is fastened a seat, a back rest, arms for action by the user, pulley for connecting the arms, and a steel cable which descends to the level of the base passing through a compensating pulley and following on horizontally to the opposite end of the base where there is a vertical tower where there are stacked the weights, where the end of the steel cable is connected. The base is provided with a contour structure, with two centrally supporting frame rails of the upper structure and a compensating pulley pivoted between the pair of frame rails and at the base of the structure. | 06-28-2012 |
20120190501 | SPEED AND/OR AGILITY TRAINING DEVICES AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USE THEREOF - Disclosed herein are training devices useful for improving the agility and/or speed of a trainee, systems comprising same, and methods of improving a trainee's agility and/or speed. In one embodiment a training device comprises a first sensor operatively associated with a control mechanism, wherein the control mechanism is optionally configured to enable the device to move (a) randomly, (b) in a predetermined movement pattern, or (c) in relation to a second sensor. | 07-26-2012 |
20120202650 | REHABILITATION/EXERCISE MACHINE AND SYSTEM USING MUSCLE FEEDBACK - There is provided a machine for rehabilitation or exercise, comprising: a frame; a first arm movably secured to the frame via a first actuator; a first force sensor for measuring a force exerted by a user on the first arm; and a control unit adapted for controlling a displacement speed for the first arm via the first actuator as a function of the force and for increasing the displacement speed of the first arm via the first actuator when the force is superior to a target force. In one embodiment, there is further provided an electromyograph for location on the exercised muscle for measuring an electrical potential generated by the muscle and for lowering the target force when the electrical potential is superior to a predetermined maximum electrical potential. There is further provided a system for exercising a muscle. | 08-09-2012 |
20120214645 | 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 based at least in part on the workout program. The computing device generates audio feedback based on at least one of the user's operation of the cardio exercise machine and the selected workout program. The processed data is stored on a removable computer storage medium that is insertable into a port of the cardio exercise machine. | 08-23-2012 |
20120220427 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND DEVICES FOR SIMULATING REAL WORLD TERRAIN ON AN EXERCISE DEVICE - An exercise system includes one or more exercise devices that communicate via a network with a communication system. The communication system stores and/or generates exercise programming for use on the exercise device. The exercise programming is able to control one or more operating parameters of the exercise device to simulate terrain found at a remote, real world location. The exercise programming can include images/videos of the remote, real world location. The control signals and the images/videos can be synchronized so that a user of the exercise device is able to experience, via the changing operating parameters, the topographical characteristics of the remote, real world location as well as see images of the location. | 08-30-2012 |
20120225753 | Rowing Machine Exercise-Assisting Device - The present invention relates to an exercise-assisting device, and more specifically to a seat able to move reciprocally automatically in the front-to-back direction, which is one of the constituent elements of a rowing machine constituting a remedial exercise device for physically disabled individuals, and particularly paraplegics, while also constituting a whole-body exercise device able to prevent heterotopic ossification. | 09-06-2012 |
20120264568 | COMPUTER INTEGRATED EXERCISE MACHINE - A method and a device are disclosed for an exercise machine having an integrated or removable computing device with a Graphical User Interface (GUI) to enable a user to control and interact with the computing device. In various embodiments, the computing device is configured to access other computers, run software applications related or unrelated to the exercise machine, communicate with other users via voice and/or visual data channels, and substantially perform all functions available using a personal computing device. | 10-18-2012 |
20120295763 | TRAMPOLINE WITH FEEDBACK SYSTEM - A trampoline includes a frame and a jumping mat assembly that is supported by the frame to allow at least one user to bounce thereon. The trampoline also includes a sensor system that includes a plurality of sensors that are supported by the frame and/or the jumping mat assembly. The plurality of sensors are spaced apart from each other. At least two of the plurality of sensors generate a respective signal due to the user impacting the jumping mat assembly. The trampoline further includes a feedback system that provides a feedback signal and a controller that compares the respective signals from the sensors to determine a status of user. The controller is operable to cause the feedback system to provide the feedback signal according to the determined status of the user. | 11-22-2012 |
20120302403 | DEVICE INTENDED IN PARTICULAR FOR ATHLETIC TRAINING - The invention relates to a device particularly intended for sports training, for example for cycling competitions. The device comprises an exercise system with which a sportsman engages so as to generate a fictitious movement at a certain speed, according to a certain positioning angle. A database is provided in the form of an optical record concerning said movement. Said database contains images of the landscape surrounding the movement and also stores positioning information (climbing/downhill) for determining said positioning along the entire movement. | 11-29-2012 |
20130012357 | FITNESS EQUIPMENT INCORPORATED WITH CONTENT CONTROL OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - In a fitness equipment that provides a user with walking, running, or bicycling exercises, signals generated by a driving device corresponding to the forward/backward movement of the user is converted into the forward/backward control of an electronic game or the up/down scrolling control of the content of an application of an electronic device, such that the user is capable of enjoying the content control while physically exercising, which beats boredom of just exercising. On the other hand, content control of the electronic device transferred from manual operation to movement on the fitness equipment provides fitness objectives when using the electronic device. Furthermore, the resemblance between the movement of walking, running, or bicycling of the user and the movement of the figures in the electronic games or the scrolling of the content of the application adds to similarity, sense of presence, and convenience. | 01-10-2013 |
20130072352 | SPINE EXERCISE APPARATUS - Disclosed herein is a spine exercise apparatus which makes it possible for a user to actively perform spine exercise in a variety of postures. The spine exercise apparatus includes a base plate, a support unit, a plate drive unit and a control box. The base plate includes body contact units which come into contact with portions of the user's body and support the user's body. The support unit protrudes from the base plate and supports another portion of the user's body. The plate drive unit supplies power to the plate so that the plate moves in a plurality of degrees of freedom. The control box creates a plate drive signal containing information about the power to be supplied by the plate drive unit and provides the plate drive signal to the plate drive unit. | 03-21-2013 |
20130079196 | APPARATUS FOR MUSCLE STIMULATION - The invention relates to an apparatus for muscle stimulation with at least one motor and with two motor-operated drives, wherein each of these drives comprises a frame and a stepping plate mounted in the frame. Each of these drives is a revolving linkage square. The driven drive member is in each case a crank mounted in the frame. Moreover, a crank and a stepping plate are in each case connected in an articulated manner by means of a coupling member. With the present invention, an apparatus for muscle stimulation is developed that can be operated both with low and also with high stroke frequencies. | 03-28-2013 |
20130090211 | Exercise Device and Method of Using Same - An exercise device includes a vertical support member; an adjustable incline having a first end and a second end, the first end of the adjustable incline adjustably supported by, and vertically movable with respect to, the vertical support member for adjusting the incline of the adjustable incline; a user support platform movably attached to the adjustable incline; first and second pulleys coupled to the adjustable incline; one or more cables extendable through first and second pulleys and coupled to the user support platform for movement of the support platform along the adjustable incline through cable movement; and a non-motorized lift assist mechanism coupled to the adjustable incline and configured to impart a force on the adjustable incline to assist a user in adjusting the incline of the adjustable incline. | 04-11-2013 |
20130095978 | TRAINING APPARATUS, ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD - A training apparatus including a training element for a user performing exercises, an AC motor and a frequency converter being arranged to control the AC motor, wherein the frequency converter comprises measuring means being arranged to measure a voltage and a current of the AC motor and calculation means being arranged to calculate a magnetic state of the AC motor using the measured voltage, the measured current, a reference torque and a reference flux in order to generate a torque of the AC motor. The training apparatus further comprises a control unit having a machine control module being arranged to calculate the reference flux and the reference torque using an intended overall torque, wherein the machine control module is connected to the frequency converter and arranged to transmit the reference flux and the reference torque to the frequency converter. | 04-18-2013 |
20130116091 | TRAINING APPARATUS AND SYSTEM WITH MUSICAL FEEDBACK - A training apparatus includes adjustable resistance means; means for continuously determining an actual configuration of the training apparatus during exercise; means for generating a control signal for an audio device, the control signal being at least partially based on the actual configuration of the training apparatus; and means for outputting the control signal. | 05-09-2013 |
20130123069 | STRETCHING DEVICE - A user-actuated stretching device ( | 05-16-2013 |
20130137549 | TRAINING APPARATUS - A training apparatus includes a training machine, a detecting unit, a signal generating unit, and a control unit. The training machine includes a displaceable part that is movable in response to exercise motions performed by the exerciser during training exercise. The detecting unit detects the displacement of the displaceable part or detects the displacement of the target training area of the exerciser resulting from the exercise motions. The signal generating unit generates a stimulus signal to be applied to the exerciser during the training exercise. The control unit corrects a content of processing relating to stimulus signal performed by the signal generating unit based on the displacement detected by the detecting unit. | 05-30-2013 |
20130150214 | DEVICE AND SYSTEM FOR WORK AND EXERCISE - A device for work and exercise has a movable element, a support frame, a frame, a work platform, a fixing board, and a control assembly. The movable element allows a user to exercise thereon. The support frame is installed on one end of the movable element and has a supporting portion on the top end thereof. The frame is disposed on the supporting partion. The work platform mounted on the frame provides the user with a working surface. The fixing board is mounted to the work platform to extend the work platform toward the user. The control assembly controls the movable element and coupled to the fixing board. | 06-13-2013 |
20130172151 | ELECTRONIC METER FOR AN EXERCISE APPARATUS - Electronic meter for an exercise apparatus wherein the body mass index (BMI) and the standard heart rate parameter list are stored in a microprocessor of the electronic meter. After the user inputs his personal basic data (such as height, weight, gender, age, etc.), the microprocessor will determine the weight difference for the user. According to this result, an optimal exercise session suitable for the user will be automatically determined and executed. The “exercise speed” can be changed before the microprocessor conducts the exercise session. Under the condition that the best calorie consumption value preset by the program for a specific user stays unchanged, the user may change the exercise speed according to his own physical strength. At that time, the microprocessor will re-determine the resistance level and the total operation duration of the exercise apparatus. In this way, the operational and recording process can be done. | 07-04-2013 |
20130172152 | Exercise Device Control Ring - A control ring that usable in adjusting one or more operating parameters of an exercise device includes a body, user input mechanisms, and a transmitter. The control ring is wearable on a finder of an exerciser. The body of the control ring has an interior surface and an exterior surface. The user input mechanisms are associated with the body and may be selectively activated by the exerciser. Upon activation of the user input mechanisms, the transmitter communicates a control command to an exercise device in order to adjust the operating parameters of the exercise device. | 07-04-2013 |
20130178334 | Exercise Device Having Communication Linkage For Connection With External Computing Device - In general, the present invention relates to exercise devices that lack, in whole or in part, a console. For example, an exercise device of the present invention may lack display screens and/or user input controls that selectively adjust an operating parameter of the exercise device. A console interface, or the portions of a console interface that are absent from an exercise device of the present invention may be provided by an external computing device that is communicatively connected to the exercise device. The external computing device may be individually and selectively connected to multiple exercise devices to as to provide a display screen and user input controls to a number of different exercise devices. | 07-11-2013 |
20130203557 | FITNESS COURSE GUIDANCE SYSTEM FOR INTEGRATING IDENTIFICATION CAPABILITY INTO PERSONAL DEVICE - A fitness course guidance system for integrating identification capability into a personal device includes: a plurality of fitness devices each including a controller, an identifying device, and a first wireless interface; at least one personal device including a course guidance program, at least one fitness course, a tag, and a second wireless interface, being positioned on one of the fitness devices to allow the fitness device to identify the at least one personal device, executing the course guidance program to use the at least one fitness course, issuing an instruction to a user, and receiving the use status and related data of the fitness devices; and a server electrically connected to the controller of the fitness devices and the at least one personal device in a wired or wireless manner and adapted to collect the use status of the fitness devices. | 08-08-2013 |
20130210578 | EXERCISE DEVICE PATH TRACES - An apparatus and method concurrently present one or more visible tracings on a display, each of the one or more visible tracings being based upon one of a plurality of available paths actually taken by a member of an exercise device. | 08-15-2013 |
20130225370 | DYNAMIC FITNESS EQUIPMENT USER INTERFACE ADJUSTMENT - A method and exercise system obtain at least one parameter of ongoing exercise on a fitness equipment unit and adjust at least one operational characteristic of the user interface while a person is exercising and based upon the obtained at least one parameter of ongoing exercise. | 08-29-2013 |
20130231216 | TABLE FOR USE WITH WORKOUT EQUIPMENT - A table for use with a workout equipment is provided. The table includes a base, a table board and a supporting stand. The base has a front shielding portion, two lateral shielding portions, and a receiving space defined by the front shielding portion and the lateral shielding portions. The supporting stand is disposed between the base and the table board and is of a length adjustable to change the distance between the table board and the base. Accordingly, the table operates in conjunction with any workout equipments that come in various types or styles to enable a user to exercise and work concurrently and conveniently. | 09-05-2013 |
20130237374 | User Identification And Safety Key For Exercise Device - A key includes a safety mechanism operatively connectable to a safety port on an exercise device. When the safety mechanism is operatively connected to the safety port, the exercise device is placed in an operational configuration and when disconnected, the exercise device is in a non-operational configuration. The key further includes a user identification mechanism that is communicatively connectable to a user identification port on the exercise device and transmits user identification information to the exercise device. | 09-12-2013 |
20130267383 | Integrated Exercise Device Environment Controller - An exercise environment controller is integrated into an exercise device and being usable to adjust one or more environmental parameters relative to an exercise device environment. The integrated exercise environment controller includes an input interface that receives environmental inputs from a user of the exercise device, an environment sensor that detects current environment parameters of the exercise device's environment, and a communication module connected to the input interface and the environment sensor that communicates a control command to a home automation device that regulates climate for at least the exercise device environment. | 10-10-2013 |
20130274065 | Touchscreen Exercise Device Controller - A touchscreen exercise device controller is connected to an exercise device and is used to adjust one or more operational parameters relative to the exercise device. The touchscreen exercise device controller includes a touchscreen that displays one or more exercise device controls for controlling exercise device operations, and receives touch inputs from an exercise device user that indicate which exercise device operations are to be changed. The touchscreen exercise device controller further includes a processing module that generates operational commands for the exercise device based on the received user inputs, and upon determining that one or more of the touch inputs comprises a predefined touch input, modifies at least a portion of the exercise device controls displayed on the touchscreen. | 10-17-2013 |
20130274066 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING RUNNING EFFICIENCIES ON A TREADMILL - A treadmill may comprise a deck, a treadbelt covering at least a portion of the deck, and a drive motor configured for driving the treadbelt. The treadmill may further comprise a sensor, a console, and a computer. The sensor may be configured to detect an amount of power utilized by the drive motor, and the console may be configured to convey information to a user. The computer may comprise a memory and a processor, and be configured for electric communication with the sensor and the consol. The computer may be programmed to analyze data received from the sensor, to provide a communication to a user through the consol that provides information about the user's running form based on the analyzed data received from the sensor, and to provide a communication to the user through the consol that provides information on how the user may change their current running form to improve running efficiency. | 10-17-2013 |
20130288858 | ADJUSTABLE STRIDE LENGTH EXERCISE METHOD AND APPARATUS - An exercise apparatus includes a frame for residing on a horizontal surface, a pair of arm-supporting members for supporting the user's arms and a pair of leg-supporting members for supporting the user's legs. A linkage assembly couples the arm-supporting members and leg-supporting members to the frame and moves the arm-supporting members and leg-supporting members in closed paths relative to the frame in response to user forces applied to the arm-supporting members and leg-supporting members. The linkage assembly includes actuators for adjusting dimensions of the closed paths in response to control signal inputs. Sensors mounted on the linkage assembly generate force-indicating signals representing user force. A user interface receives and processes the force-indicating signals and supplies the control signal inputs to the actuators. A dimension of at least one of the closed paths is a function of at least one of the forces applied to the leg and arm-supporting members. | 10-31-2013 |
20130303334 | Medical exercise machine capable of force adjustment used without weight with friction and spiral spring force - An exercise machine with spiral springs designed for performing all movements. The exercise machine has a small size but high in efficiency, and can be used at home and all public places. In this machine by utilizing spiral spring the force needed for movement, is derived from leather band spring and the friction between cloth leather band and fully leather band. A special mechanism is considered to adjust the machine force so that the work force can be varied by the user without weights. | 11-14-2013 |
20130310220 | CONSOLE FOR EXERCISE APPARATUS - An exercise machine comprising: a frame and a support mechanism having a user interactive surface, the user interactive surface comprising a middle section, an upper section), and a lower section disposed vertically below the middle section; the upper and lower sections each including one or both of a visually observable display and a manually actuatable member, the middle section including a surface that is blank; the support mechanism including a mount mechanism adapted to mount a readily portable object in an orientation such that the object overlies entirely within the blank surface of the middle section. | 11-21-2013 |
20140045656 | Interactive Exercise Equipment with Exercise Monitoring System - An exercise equipment includes an equipment body arranged for providing an exercise tool, a power arrangement for power supply, and an equipment control unit arranged for controlling a process of operation of the equipment body. The equipment control unit includes a central processing unit arranged for receiving a health data of an user and a database unit. The central processing unit includes an evaluation module analyzing the health data and providing a health status, a feedback module providing an exercise instruction based on the health status, and a communication module communicating the exercise instruction to the equipment body and the power arrangement such that the process of operation of the equipment body follows the exercise instruction. The database unit storing interlinking databases includes a health data database, a health status database and an exercise instruction database. Accordingly, the user can exercise conforming to the exercise instruction through the equipment control unit on a real-time basis. | 02-13-2014 |
20140073482 | Exercise Device Control Ring - A control ring that usable in adjusting one or more operating parameters of an exercise device includes a body, user input mechanisms, and a transmitter. The control ring is wearable on a finger of an exerciser. The body of the control ring has an interior surface and an exterior surface. The user input mechanisms are associated with the body and may be selectively activated by the exerciser. Upon activation of the user input mechanisms, the transmitter communicates a control command to an exercise device in order to adjust the operating parameters of the exercise device. | 03-13-2014 |
20140100084 | Apparatus and Method to Improve Toddler's Steps and Mobility - An apparatus which can be operated in one of two modes. The apparatus has a plurality of legs, a processor, at least one electronic motor controlled by the processor, a plurality of mechanical gears coupled to the at least one electronic motor, the plurality of mechanical gears are configured to adjust a length of the at least one leg wherein a point on a surface of the apparatus can be adjusted in height. The plurality of legs can be adjusted in length to slant the surface of the apparatus at an angle or to vary a height of the surface of the apparatus. The two modes may include an upside down mode wherein the apparatus is configured to operate as a toddler gym or a right side up mode where the apparatus is configured to operates as the table. | 04-10-2014 |
20140106935 | EXERCISE DEVICE - This invention relates to an exercise device and more particularly to an exercise device of the type that allows the user of the exercise device to exercise with part of their body in a negative pressure environment. These devices are becoming increasingly popular however the known devices are prone to frequent failure. The present invention provides a construction of exercise device that reduces the incidences of failure caused by failure of the electronics panel. The electronics panel being mounted in a separate dedicated enclosure internal the chamber with the negative pressure environment, the interior of the dedicated enclosure is isolated from the negative pressure conditions and atmosphere in the remainder of the chamber. The exercise device will be more reliable and cost effective to run. Furthermore, the construction of the present invention permits easier access to the interior of the casing for maintenance when maintenance is required. | 04-17-2014 |
20140121061 | CONTACT PRESSURE SENSING APPARATUS FOR USE WITH EXERCISE EQUIPMENT SENSORS - Contact pressure sensing apparatus for use with exercise equipment sensors are described. An example apparatus includes a sensor to detect a physiological condition of a user of an exercise device through physical contact with the user and a pressure sensor to detect a contact pressure applied by the user to the sensor. | 05-01-2014 |
20140179490 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING A DEVICE ALLOWING A USER TO WALK OR RUN ON THE SPOT IN AN ARBITRARY DIRECTION AND DEVICE THEREFOR - The invention concerns a method for controlling a device ( | 06-26-2014 |
20140194248 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING AN EXERCISE APPARATUS - A method for controlling an exercise apparatus via a control interface of an exercise apparatus, including steps of controlling a touch screen to display an information field, and then monitoring the touch screen to detect whether a touch has occurred on the surface of the touch screen and whether the touch is located in an input zone which has a plurality of sensing areas in the information field. A user can use one of specific actions to move a first tag in the input zone from a first sensing area to a second sensing area. And one of the steps of the method relocates the first tag proximate to the second sensing area to have a portion of the first tag to point at the second sensing area. Then, the final step of the method operates the exercise apparatus from a first condition using a first value corresponding to the first sensing area to a second condition using a second value corresponding to the second sensing area. | 07-10-2014 |
20140194249 | SPEED AND/OR AGILITY TRAINING DEVICES AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - Disclosed herein are training devices useful for improving the agility and/or speed of a trainee, systems comprising same, and methods of improving a trainee's agility and/or speed. In one embodiment a training device comprises a first sensor operatively associated with a control mechanism, wherein the control mechanism is optionally configured to enable the device to move (a) randomly, (b) in a predetermined movement pattern, or (c) in relation to a second sensor. | 07-10-2014 |
20140206503 | MEDICAL REHAB LIFT SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL FORCE SENSING AND MOTION CONTROL - A body-weight support system is disclosed, including an improved lift system and method. The system enables not only the support of patients undergoing rehab therapies, but including exercise modes that are both customizable and dynamic in nature, as well as a track system, wherein the system is capable of providing alternative functionality at differing locations. Other features disclosed include a system by which a movable support unit tracks or follows a patient, adjustable and variable supportive forces for users based upon, for example, a percentage of sensed body weight, and a user-interface that may be employed in a mobile, wired or wireless manner and will allow the use of multiple lift systems on a single, looped track system. | 07-24-2014 |
20140221158 | Static Cycling Machine - A static cycling machine includes a base assembly. A front post support structure is arranged on the base assembly. A front post assembly is arranged on the front post support structure and is angled forward with respect to a support substrate, the front post assembly being adjustable in length and configured to permit a handlebar assembly to be mounted thereon. A rear post support structure is arranged on the base assembly. A rear post assembly is arranged on the rear post support structure and is angled rearward with respect to the support substrate, the rear post assembly being adjustable in length and configured to permit a seat assembly to be mounted thereon. Linear actuators are arranged on respective support structures and operatively engaged with respective post assemblies to adjust the lengths of the post assemblies. A control system controls operation of the linear actuators. A crank assembly is arranged on at least one of the base and support structures. | 08-07-2014 |
20140302967 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING THE WEIGHT OF A TREADMILL USER - A treadmill may comprise a drive motor positioned and configured to drive a treadbelt, and an electrical current sensor configured to measure the electrical current utilized by the drive motor. The treadmill may also include a computer programmed and configured to analyze the measured electrical current usage by the drive motor to determine the weight of a person positioned on the treadbelt. A person's weight may be determined by driving the treadbelt with the drive motor while a person is positioned on the treadbelt, measuring an electric current utilized by the drive motor, and analyzing the measured electric current to determine the weight of the person positioned on the treadbelt of the treadmill. Additionally, the measured weight may be utilized to calculate calorie expenditure. | 10-09-2014 |
20140323270 | SPRINT TRAINER AID - Disclosed is a sprinter training aid which pulls the sprinter forward in an over speed condition, for the purpose of exercise the muscles which pull the leg forward when running, such the hip flexor muscles. Two devices can be used, one pulling the sprinter forward and one pulling the sprinter backward at the start of a run. The backward pulling at the start of the run exercises the sprinter's muscles which are used when going from a stationary position, to a full speed sprint. The device which pulls the sprinter forward would take over when the rearward pulling device shut off, and pull the sprinter to an over speed condition. Include in the device is a cable and cable winder, and a motor, computer, and a wireless connection to a data compilation computer. | 10-30-2014 |
20140342877 | THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE METHOD AND THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE APPARATUS - The proposed apparatus and method relate to restorative sports medicine and patient rehabilitation with neurological motoric disorders. A patient is positioned in equilibrium by suspension devices for patient's body parts. The suspension devices are moved by actuating mechanisms with an electro-pneumatic drive and actuating components, controlled by a programmed computer, motivating the patient by controlling an object in a virtual gaming environment, to restore movements when there is an initially minimal or a complete absence of physical activity. The effectiveness is judged according to the reduction of energy consumption of the drives. The apparatus includes a base composed of two parallel guides with movable crossbars, on which the actuating mechanisms are pairwise movably arranged, monitoring and control units, the computer, sensors detecting the state of the actuating mechanisms, and power sources. There are units for analyzing the energy consumption of each drive and for assessing the treatment results. | 11-20-2014 |
20150024906 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING MOTOR FUNCTION WITH ASSISTED EXERCISE - One embodiment of the present invention includes a system and method for alleviating symptoms of a medical disorder of a patient by forced exercise. The system includes an exercise machine having movable portions that move in response to a first contribution by a patient and in response a second contribution by a motor. The system further includes at least one mechanical sensor and a control system programmed to alter the second contribution by the motor in response to the sensed data. | 01-22-2015 |
20150057127 | Adjustable Exercise System - An adjustable exercise system for adjusting an exercise machine such as a Pilates machine between various angles of incline with respect to a fixed base to allow for a wider range of exercises. The adjustable exercise system generally includes a base, an exercise machine pivotably connected to the base, and one or more actuators, for lifting or lowering the exercise machine into varying angles of incline with respect to the base. The rear end of the base is generally pivotably connected to the rear end of the exercise machine by a hinge or pivot connectors. A controller is also provided which communicates via a wired or wireless communications network with one or more of the adjustable exercise systems. Using the controller, an exercise instructor may adjust the adjustable exercise systems of multiple exercisers with a single command. | 02-26-2015 |
20150072835 | Exercise Machine With Controlled Motion and User Force Matching Resistance - An exercise machine with controlled motion and user force matching resistance. The machine includes a frame to which is rigidly mounted a motor driven reciprocating drive. A user engageable arm is pivotally mounted to the frame. The reciprocating drive is connected to the arm by a rigid connecting rod. The reciprocating drive drives the arm through a predetermined stroke following a pre-determined velocity profile. The user performs the exercise by applying force to the arm. The arm applies a generally equal counterforce to the force applied by the user. The pre-determined motion of the arm is generally independent of the force applied by the user. The stroke of the arm has a fixed fully contracted position and a user adjustable fully extended position. Adjustments to the fully extended position are made by changing the location of the joint between the connecting rod and the arm. Motion of the arm starts upon application of force applied by the user, and stops when the user force is removed. | 03-12-2015 |
20150094190 | SPEED AND/OR AGILITY TRAINING DEVICES AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - Disclosed herein are training devices useful for improving the agility and/or speed of a trainee, systems comprising same, and methods of improving a trainee's agility and/or speed. In one embodiment a training device comprises a first sensor operatively associated with a control mechanism, wherein the control mechanism is optionally configured to enable the device to move (a) randomly, (b) in a predetermined movement pattern, or (c) in relation to a second sensor. | 04-02-2015 |
20150111698 | All-In-One Smart Console for Exercise Machine - An all-in-one smart console, which is a self-contained unit, includes a control module for controlling an operation of the exercise machine, a command system operatively linked to the control module for receiving exercise related information from the exercise machine and data from the portable wireless communication device, and a fitness analysis module operatively linked to the control module for collecting exercise related information of the exercise machine and generating an exercise result based on the exercise related information. | 04-23-2015 |
20150133268 | CONTINUOUSLY MOVABLE SURFACE WITH AT LEAST TWO BELTS - An apparatus with a continuously movable surface with at least two belts includes a platform with a front end and a rear end, and a first front pulley mounted inside the platform adjacent to is mounted inside the platform adjacent to the front the front end of the platform. A second front pulley end of the platform. At least a first rear pulley is mounted inside the platform adjacent to the rear end of the platform. A second rear pulley may also be mounted inside the platform adjacent to the rear end of the platform. A first conveyor belt is looped around the first front pulley and first rear pulley and a second conveyor belt is looped around the second front pulley and either the second rear pulley or the first rear pulley. When the first and second conveyor belts rotate between respective pulleys, a continuously movable surface forms. | 05-14-2015 |
20150141199 | Exercising Apparatus - An apparatus is disclosed for enabling an operator to exercise comprising a frame having a body, a base and a top. A load is positioned on the frame for providing a resistive force. A press is positioned on the frame for displacement by the operator. A linkage joins the load with the press for displacing the load upon displacement of the press by the operator. An aria extends between a support end and a user end. A support pivot secures the support end of the arm to the top of the frame for pivoting the arm about the frame. A user interface inputs and outputs data. A user pivot securing the user interface to the user end of the arm for pivoting the user interface about the arm. | 05-21-2015 |
20150297934 | ACTIVE MOVEMENT TRAINING DEVICES, METHODS, AND SYSTEMS - A rehabilitation machine can have a chassis with actuators positioned behind a patient area. The actuators can have supports projecting toward the patient area and can have respective adapters shaped to engage the legs of a patient at the thigh, the calf, and the foot while the patient is in a standing or walking posture. The actuators can also have motors, transition elements, and linkages connected to apply moments through the adapters to achieve, for each leg, hip adduction/abduction, hip flexion/extension, knee flexion/extension, and foot plantar flexion/dorsiflexion according to signals from a controller. The actuators can be confined to a space, largely behind the patient, such that free arm swing is permitted when the patient is attached. | 10-22-2015 |
20150306440 | GAIT TRAINING APPARATUS - An apparatus for gait training, comprising: a movable base ( | 10-29-2015 |
20150306451 | SELECTABLE STRIDE ELLIPTICAL - An exercise apparatus comprises a frame, a left foot link supporting a left foot pad, a right foot link supporting a right foot pad in a left foot link supporting a left foot pad. The right foot pad is linked to the left foot pad so as to synchronously move out of phase with the left foot pad through an elliptical path having an adjustable step height and an adjustable stride length. An adjustment synchronizer is operably coupled to the left foot link and the right foot link to synchronously adjust both the step height and the stride length of the elliptical path. | 10-29-2015 |
20150306456 | CONTROL INTERFACE OF AN EXERCISING MACHINE SUITABLE TO ASSUME OPERATING MODES - An exercise machine suitable to assume various operating modes. The exercise machine includes a control interface which comprises a control device configured to receive at least one command by a user to be provided to the exercise machine for performing a physical exercise. The control device is further configured to provide the user with a piece of information representative of the operating mode of the exercise machine. | 10-29-2015 |
20150343264 | Heart Rate Based Training System - Exercise systems and methods are provided that create and run exercise programs that are custom tailored to individual users. An exercise program for a specific user is based upon the user's average work heart rate and recovery heart rate. The exercise programs may include a series of workouts for the user to perform. Each workout requires the user to exercise at various intensity levels so that the user's heart rate moves between different predetermined target heart rate zones. The target heart rate zones are calculated from data relating to the user's average work heart rate and recovery heart rate. As the user's fitness level changes, the user's average work heart rate and recovery heart rate also change. Creation of new exercise programs uses the most current heart rate data to calculate the target heart rate zones, thereby continuously tailoring the exercise programs to the user. | 12-03-2015 |
20150366738 | STEP ASSIST DEVICE, AND COMPUTER-READABLE MEDIUM HAVING STORED THEREON A STEP COUNT PROGRAM - Provided is a step assist device including a first phase angle modifying section that, according to repetition of the step movement, modifies in a staged manner the phase angle input thereto, based on a predetermined phase change pattern, such that a phase pattern of the phase angle approaches a straight line relative to the passage of time, and outputs the modified phase angle as a first modified phase angle. The control section acquires a target value based on a continuous change pattern of the auxiliary force set in advance for at least one of the first modified phase angle and a prescribed phase angle, and controls the providing section according to the target value. | 12-24-2015 |
20150366739 | STEP COUNTER, STEP ASSIST DEVICE, AND COMPUTER-READABLE MEDIUM HAVING STORED THEREON A STEP COUNT PROGRAM - Provided is a step counter including a right angle sensor that outputs a right hip joint angle signal indicating a right hip joint angle of a user; a left angle sensor that outputs a left hip joint angle signal indicating a left hip joint angle of the user; a generating section that generates an angle difference signal indicating change over time of an angle difference between the right hip joint angle and the left hip joint angle, based on the right hip joint angle signal and the left hip joint angle signal; and a calculating section that calculates a step number of the user based on a difference signal generated from a difference between filtered signals resulting from the angle difference signal being applied to at least two different filters. | 12-24-2015 |
20150367169 | Noise Cancelling Mechanism in a Treadmill - A treadmill having a running deck comprising a motor arranged to drive movement of a tread belt, a processor, memory in electronic communication with the processor, and instructions stored in the memory. The instructions are executable by the processor to determine an anti-phase waveform based on waveform attributes of a noise emitted from the treadmill and to cause a sound of the anti-phase waveform to be emitted into a surrounding environment. | 12-24-2015 |
20150367171 | Fat Cell Destroying Exercise Device - A motorized belt and roller device utilizes pressure-applying rollers to facilitate weight loss. The belt is arranged to reciprocate over an extended distance, and to apply sufficient pressure via the rollers to cause breakdown of fat cells in the abdominal region. The belt and roller device, including a moving mechanism, may be mounted on a treadmill. | 12-24-2015 |
20150375040 | GAMIFIED EXERCISE APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD - The present system relates to an exercise system comprising an appliance which acts much like an exercise device able, which is able to be used by an individual to enable repeated movements of one or more limbs, to thus enable the user to achieve a low level aerobic activity (e.g., low level exercise) while performing other non-exercise related tasks. A communication control module communicates with a personal electronic device located at the exercise device. A management subsystem communicates with the communication control module and is configured to track usage of the exercise device by at least one individual, and to implement at least one gamification subsystem. The gamification subsystem uses the tracked usage for the purpose of executing a program to reward usage of the exercise device. The gamification subsystem may also be configured to report information it generates to at least one of the individual or an entity associated with operation of the exercise device. | 12-31-2015 |
20150375046 | Resistance Motor for Exercise Apparatus - A resistance motor for an exercise apparatus includes a housing and an internal gear unit. The housing includes a casing body and a casing cover coupled with the casing body to define a receiving cavity therewithin. The internal gear unit includes an output wheel operatively supported by the casing body, a worm gear, a first gear, a second gear, and a third gear. The worm gear, the first gear, the second gear, and the third gear are supported in the receiving cavity. The worm gear, the first gear, the second gear, the third gear, and the output wheel are operatively engaged in a sequent order. The output wheel, which has the largest diameter, is located above the second gear and the third gear, such that the position of the output wheel is higher than the positions of the second gear and the third gear. | 12-31-2015 |
20160001155 | HORSE RIDING EXERCISE MACHINE - A horse riding exercise machine includes: a saddle support; an operation frame; a pair of operation rods; an elevation rod; a forward-backward rod; a vertical bar; a movable bar; a flywheel; a rotation frame; a main spring; a gear; and a handle. The horse riding exercise machine can be driven without power by using energy stored in the flywheel so noise from the motor and a drive apparatus indoor can be suppressed and energy consumption can be prevented, and, specifically, the horse riding exercise machine can be adjusted suitable for the weight of the user by using the handle and the foot support can be used according to the height of the user. | 01-07-2016 |
20160023048 | WEIGHTED HANDHELD ELECTRONIC DEVICE - The present invention is directed to a weighted hand held electronic device that is ergonomically shaped to fit one's hand. The device has the ability to control another device such as a television using built in remote control capabilities and the ability to control an auxiliary device such as a phone, music player, or other device that can be attached to this handheld device. The handheld device makes walking, running, or other forms of exercising easier and more productive while watching television because of the device's weight, convenience and functionality. | 01-28-2016 |
20160038785 | Desk Workstation with an Integrated Treadmill - A treadmill and desk assembly which allows a user to comfortably exercise while simultaneously running or walking. The desk includes a work panel, an adjustable leg, and a base frame. The work panel is connected normal to the adjustable leg, which in turn is connected to and supported by the base frame. The treadmill includes a first guiding member, a second guiding member, a front housing, a belt, a front roller, and a rear roller. The first guiding member and the second guiding member are adjacently connected to the front housing. The front roller and the rear roller are connected in between the first guiding member and the second guiding member. The belt is tensionably positioned about the front roller and the rear roller, thus allowing for relative rotation. The front housing is sized to fit and interlock with a treadmill-receiving cavity of the desk. | 02-11-2016 |
20160051859 | GAIT TRAINING APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR - A gait training apparatus includes: a walking assistance device that is attached to a leg portion of a user and assists walking of the user; a peripheral device used for gait training of the user; a control unit that controls the walking assistance device and the peripheral device; and a switching unit that switches the control unit between a cooperative control mode for performing a cooperative control of the walking assistance device and the peripheral device based on information output from the walking assistance device, and an operation mode for controlling the peripheral device based on set operation information. When the control unit is switched to the operation mode by the switching unit, the control unit executes the control of the peripheral device even when the control unit is in a non-connected state with the walking assistance device. | 02-25-2016 |
20160059077 | EXERCISE THERAPY AND REHABILITATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method is provided for performing exercise therapy and rehabilitation. A first therapy module can be performed. The first therapy module comprises at least one first physical metric for rotating, by a resistance device, at least one joint of a limb of a user. At least one psychophysical metric and at least one physical metric of the user can be monitored while performing the first therapy module. Psychophysical metric data for the at least one psychophysical metric and physical metric data for the at least one physical metric can be received. Based on at least one of the psychophysical metric data and the physical metric data, the at least one first physical metric for rotating the at least one joint of the limb by the resistance device while performing the first therapy module can be modified. | 03-03-2016 |
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20160121162 | Remote Configuration and Operation of Fitness Studios from a Central Server - A method for configuring and operating one or more fitness studios each comprising a plurality of exercise stations at which users perform associated exercise routines, each station having an associated display, the method comprising, for each fitness studio, periodically retrieving, by a server from a database, fitness information for the studio in question for a specified period, from a multi-period fitness library; communicating, by the server to a studio computer, the retrieved fitness information over a communications network; periodically receiving, by the studio computer, the retrieved fitness information; configuring the exercise stations dependent upon the received fitness information; and communicating, by the studio computer to the exercise station displays, dependent upon the received fitness information, station directions to users exercising at the stations for performing an exercise | 05-05-2016 |
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20160121167 | THE DEVICE FOR GENERAL AND SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY AND ITS USE - A device for general and sport physiotherapy, facilitating the performance of stretching and relaxation exercises on the muscles of the entire body. One innovative aspect of this device lies in the configuration of its guidance mechanism, the configuration of the mechanism for regulating the device's height, the configuration of the mechanism facilitating the rotation of the transverse carrier bar with its self-locking rotatable coupling around the axle of the transverse carrier bar, and in the configuration of the device as a whole, which provides the user with the choice of a new range of prophylactic and preventive health care exercises and appropriate therapies. The patent request at hand is being lodged for both the manual as well as the electronic operation mechanism of the device. | 05-05-2016 |
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