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| 20130029810 | ROTATING SHIN GUARD - A rotating shin guard can be placed on a weight bar to provide a cushion between the person exercising and the metal bar. The shin guard includes a hook and loop closure system that allows the pad to rotate freely around the bar during a deadlift exercise and does not allow the shin guard to slip off the bar. The design of the shin guard provides a comfortable feeling on the shins, knees and quads, without injury to them, while helping achieve proper form that will protect the back from injury. The shin guard can be made of a material, such as a foam rubber material, which is strong enough to take a continuous rotation around a metal bar and soft enough to cushion the shins. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20100022361 | WEIGHTED ARTICLE WITH FILL SPOUT - An article ( | 01-28-2010 |
| 20120184415 | Method and Apparatus for Increasing Grip Strength - In accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, a method of increasing grip strength, includes gripping with one hand a weighted block having first and second side gripping surfaces such that the fingers and the thumb of the hand are disposed on the first and second side gripping surfaces, respectively, the fingers and the thumb extending substantially straight along the first and second side surfaces, respectively, and holding the weighted block such that an arm connected to the hand is extended substantially straight along a side of a user and the fingers and thumb are disposed substantially parallel to the side of the user. The weighted block has a width of about 1.75 inches to 3 inches. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20120184414 | Exercise ball - An improved exercise ball is defined by a resilient, flexible sidewall having a through opening extending from an interior to an exterior of the sidewall. A loose, solid media such as sand is deposited into the through opening. Thereafter, an air valve is arranged within the through opening and the interior is pressurized to fully inflate the exercise ball. A variety of exercises may thereafter be performed with the improved exercise ball. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20090192025 | Exercise weight equipment and methods of use - This invention has to do with exercise weight equipment and is concerned with exercise weight equipment that may be fastened to a person's body during physical exercises. The exercise equipment comprises a preferably U-shaped bracket having opposing sides and a crossbar or rod that extends between and engages the opposing sides of the U-shaped bracket. The crossbar is spaced away from the U-shaped portion of the bracket so that the instep of a person's foot may be engaged between the bar and the opposing U-Shaped portion of the bracket. Strap means connect from one or both of the opposing sides of the U-shaped bracket and extend so as to be able to go around the ankle of a person using the equipment. Means for fastening the strap mean extensions are provided and may take the form of a buckle and belt means. The outer ends of the crossbar or rod have means thereon for engaging and holding captive weights that may be interchanged at will by the person exercising. Various methods of exercise using the above equipment are also disclosed. | 07-30-2009 |
| 20110195822 | Wall-Mounted Home Fitness Training Equipment - An overall fitness trainer and can be a wall mounted unit that can utilize clip resistance bands as well as other techniques. These bands generally clip on the unit and onto different handles, bars and attachments to perform exercises. The unit can have a removable/adjustable pull up bar, dip bar and seat. It also includes a spring loaded, pull pin carriage that moves freely up and down a vertical spine. This allows for easy adjustment of the carriage and allows the user to attach the bands at multiple angles, widths and levels. This in turn increases the number of exercises the user can perform on the unit. The unit can be attached to the wall with lag bolts into two or more studs. Various embodiments of the invention can have an oscillating and telescopic bench, a dip bar, a seat, a knee stabilizer and a foot rest. All of these accessories can be attached and removed to the central spine adding to the versatility and scope of exercises that can be performed. Accessories can also include a baseball bat handle, baseball, medicine ball, boxing gloves, football, squat belt, golf club handle, hockey stick handle, lacrosse stick handle and any other handle of any other sport unit. | 08-11-2011 |
| 20130085045 | MEDICINE BALL DEVICE - A medicine ball device. The medicine ball device has a shell portion with an internal cavity formed therein and an outside surface. A weight is located in the internal cavity. A pair of hand grips extends out of the shell portion at opposite sides thereof. A pair of elongate loop handles extend out of the shell portion from opposite sides of the shell portion, which elongate loop handles pass through the medicine ball device. The loop handles are formed as a strap that engages with the weight to prevent the elongate loop handles from being pulled out of the medicine ball device. A number of attachments accessible from outside of the shell portion are used to attached other devices to the medicine ball device. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20100075815 | Pike pole exercise apparatus - A pike pole exercise apparatus is provided for firemen to train and condition themselves for using a pike pole hook. A base has an elongated post attached thereto which extends generally vertically therefrom. An elongated hollow slide member is slidably mounted on the elongated post for sliding thereon and has a weight attached thereto so that a fireman can grip the slide member and slide it up and down on the elongated pole to exercise and train for using a pike pole hook. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20100105529 | WEIGHT MACHINE SELECTOR DEVICE AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A weight selector for use with a weight lifting machine having a plurality of weights to be lifted and an exertion element configured to exert force so as to lift a preselected amount of weight comprising: a first selector element configured to mechanically select a first amount of weight to be lifted; a second selector element configured to mechanically select a second amount of weight to be lifted, the second selector element being movable relative to the first selector element; and a distance limiting element configured to limit the distance between the first selector element and the second selector element. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20120165163 | WEIGHTLIFTING AID - According to the invention there is provided a method of a weightlifting aid including: a chest contacting arrangement for attaching the aid to the chest area of a user; a base region in connection with the chest contacting arrangement; and a plurality of barbell supporting board elements each of which extends over a substantial portion of the width of the user's chest; in which at least a first barbell supporting board element is releasably connectable to the base region, and the plurality of barbell supporting board elements are releasably interconnectable so as to form a stack of board elements on top of the base region, the stack being of adjustable height depending on the number of barbell supporting board elements used to form the stack. | 06-28-2012 |
| 20090318273 | Balanced Circular Free Weights - Architectural parameters are provided for the dimensions of sets of balanced circular free weights so that the weights may maintain a consistent style in appearance over a range of weights while retaining their functionality. | 12-24-2009 |
| 20130059700 | BASKETBALL TRAINER FOR DEVELOPING GRIPPING STRENGTH AND POWER - A training device | 03-07-2013 |
| 20130102443 | VERTICAL EXERCISE EQUIPMENT - A weightlifting device allowing for a variety of bodyweight exercises to be performed. The device having a foundation and support bars. Hinged arms and a cage extend from the support bars. The cage is adapted to hold an exercise ball. A crossbar is attached to the support bars as well as adjustable abdominal straps. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20110251026 | Exercise pole - An exercise device. The device comprises a pole, the pole being between 36 and 72 inches in length. The pole has a first end intended for gripping by a user, and a second end intended for contact with a standing surface. A weight retaining clip can be joined to the pole between the first end and the second end. A handle for gripping can be on the first end, and a substantially ball-shaped base joined can be joined to a second end. Methods for using the exercise device are also disclosed. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20120283072 | WEIGHT TRAINING DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE - A weight training device comprising a hollow tubular body. A plurality of handle wells disposed in the hollow tubular body. A plurality of handles disposed in the handle wells, wherein the plurality of handles comprise axially-oriented handles and circumferentially-oriented handles, and wherein the axially-oriented handles are diametrically opposed to the circumferentially-oriented handles. A fill cap well disposed in the hollow tubular body. A fill cap disposed in the fill cap well and removably attached to the hollow tubular body, wherein the fill cap is threaded and is attached to a threaded extrusion of the hollow tubular body. A plurality of baffles disposed within the hollow tubular body, wherein the hollow tubular body is configured to be used partially filled with a fill material so as to create a randomly variable weight distribution. Two diametrically-opposed end caps are attached to the axial ends of the hollow tubular body. | 11-08-2012 |
| 20110263392 | ADJUSTABLE AND CHANGEABLE WEIGTH TRAINING DEVICE - An adjustable and changeable weight training device includes a top body, an upper body, a collar, at least one weight disk, a lower body, a bottom board and a connection member which is inserted through the parts. The number of the weight disks is adjustable to get a desired weight. The top body can be replaced with other configurations for different purposes, such as a dumbbell, a kettle-shaped dumbbell or a barbell. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110287903 | HAND-HELD EXERCISE WEIGHT - An exercise weight includes a weight member, a handle member spaced apart from and substantially surrounding the weight member, and at least one attachment member joining the weight member to the handle member so that the weight member is located inside the handle member. The exercise weight has a relatively narrow profile, or width, to avoid contact with the body during exercise. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110287904 | VARIABLE-RESISTANCE FUNCTIONAL FITNESS BAG - One example embodiment includes an exercise bag for allowing a user to exercise. The exercise bag includes a body, where the body is configured to contain a fill material. The exercise bag also includes a fill mechanism. The fill mechanism is configured to allow a user to insert the fill material into the body or remove the fill material from the body. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20090298654 | TECHNIQUE PLATES - An apparatus for weightlifting. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a plate. The plate is formed as one piece of solid plastic. The plate includes a hole that is configured to receive a bar. The plate is used in a weightlifting system. According to the apparatus disclosed herein, the plate is rugged and stable. | 12-03-2009 |
| 20090062085 | Exercise device - An improved exercise device in the nature of a kettlebell. The device has a frame covered by a shroud that is configured to lessen the impact of the device on the user. There are a plurality of weights that can be easily attached and detached from the frame to increase or lessen the load to the user. The weights are designed so that they can be added or taken away without altering the center of gravity of the device or the external physical shape of the device. There is also a base that holds the device while the weights are being changed and which also interacts with the device to assist in that exchange. The attaching and detaching system includes a pin that is used to affix the weights to the frame. A dual locking system assures that the pin does not inadvertently come loose during use of the device. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20110263393 | ADJUSTABLE EXERCISE DEVICES - Adjustable-weight exercise devices are disclosed. An example adjustable-weight exercise device may include an exercise device body; a generally cylindrical cavity extending into the exercise device body and comprising at least one engagement feature; and a generally cylindrical weight insert configured to be slidably received the cavity and comprising a corresponding engagement feature. The engagement feature and the corresponding engagement feature may be configured to releasably engage each other to selectively retain the generally cylindrical weight insert within the generally cylindrical cavity. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20100120589 | Kettlebell methods and apparatus - An adjustable weight kettlebell includes a weight lifting member that rests on top of a vertical stack of weights. A weight selector is rotatable into and out of underlying engagement of the weight plates to secure a desired amount of mass to the weight lifting member. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20110172065 | CHOKE DUMMY AND METHOD FOR STRENGTHENING THE MUSCLES USED IN PERFORMING A GUILLOTINE CHOKE - Disclosed is a strength training dummy for use in strengthening those muscles used in performing a guillotine choke. The dummy may have the form and dimensions of a man's head, neck, shoulders and upper torso. The dummy provides resistance to a user who pulls or lifts the dummy in a guillotine choke, beyond the weight of the dummy, when the dummy is attached to a weight. For example, the dummy may have a spine attached to a cable of a weight machine having an adjustable weight load. As the user becomes stronger in performing the guillotine choke, the dummy's resistance can be increased up to the weight machine's maximum load, to challenge the user. Instead of being attached to a cable, the dummy may attach to an extender bar that attaches to a free weight. The extender bar has a bend proximate to its attachment point with the dummy's spine. The extender bar's bend and length create a fulcrum to increase the difficulty of lifting a weight attached to the opposite end of the extender bar. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20100120588 | Adjustable weight kettlebell - An adjustable weight kettlebell includes a weight lifting member that rests on top of a vertical stack of weights. A weight selector is rotatable into and out of underlying engagement of the weight plates to secure a desired amount of mass to the weight lifting member. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20090163329 | Exercise device simulating a hay bale - An exercise device or block in the general form of a bale of hay or straw. The novel block is a parallelepiped having three handles disposed along the major axis of one of its major surfaces. A pattern of recesses is provided in an opposing major surface to accommodate the handles of an adjacent block. The recesses are provided to allow a large number of positional relationships between adjacent blocks. | 06-25-2009 |
| 20100279828 | OFFSET WEIGHT BARS - An offset weight bar is provided which operates with the lifter's neuro-fascial connections to increase muscle activation and recruitment of muscle groups. The offset weight bar includes a grip portion that is shaped in accordance with the neuro-fascial connections in the lifter's hands and arms. The offset weight bar also offsets the weight of the bar from the lifter's palm to a point out along the lifter's unfolded fingers. The shape of the offset weight bar operates with the offset of the weight from the palm to increase the lifter's muscle activation and muscle group recruitment in accordance with the lifter's neuro-fascial physiology. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20090029833 | EXERCISING BALL - An exercising ball includes an inflatable ball body made of an elastic material and defining a chamber, and a moving element disposed movably in the chamber. The inflatable ball body has a passage hole that permits the moving element to enter the chamber, and an inflation valve fitted sealingly and removably in the passage hole. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20090163330 | Weighted Pom-Pom - A weighted pom-pom useful for exercise and cheerleading, to provide conditioning and fun to the user. | 06-25-2009 |
| 20090143201 | Exercise apparatus with a pull cord looped about a central pulley and first and second free pulleys - An exercise apparatus includes a frame, first and second free pulleys, first and second handle portions, first and second frame pulleys attached to the frame, a central pulley, a pull cord, and a resistance member. The first free pulley includes a first pulley wheel and a first hub with the first pulley wheel configured to rotate in relation to the first hub. The second free pulley includes a second pulley wheel and a second hub with the second pulley wheel configured to rotate in relation to the second hub. The first and second handle portions are in mechanical communication with the first and second hubs with the pulley wheels configured to rotate relative to the handle portions. The pull cord is looped about the pulleys with the resistance member configured to resist movement of the pull cord. | 06-04-2009 |
| 20120094809 | ENHANCEMENT OF THE FLOOR OF A GYM'S WEIGHTROOM - A floor of a gym's weight room is configured to encompass the installation of weight stations with weight towers controlled remotely from a control panel, with said weight station assembled atop a weight room floor. The floor of the gym, for each station-tower combination, includes two reinforced boxes embedded in the floor, each having an opening at floor level, wherein one box is located below the base of the weight station and one box is located in front of the respective weight tower, preferably positioned far from the station, the two boxes being connected by at least two parallel tubes located beneath the level of the gym's floor, and wherein the interior of each box is affixed with a cable pulley and bearing, each cable pulley being at a level so that the horizontal section of a steel cable runs toward a center of one of the tubes. | 04-19-2012 |
| 20110224051 | INDOOR-OUTDOOR EXERCISE SLED APPARATUS - An indoor-outdoor manually-propelled variable-resistance exercise sled for one or multiple users. The exercise sled features a rigid and durable weight-bearing platform. To protect indoor flooring surfaces, a removable, flexible, non-grip protective pad may be attached to the bottom of the exercise sled. When the protective pad is removed, the exercise sled can also be used on outdoor ground surfaces. The exercise sled includes dual attachment plates at opposite ends to provide multiple force application points to permit a variety of optional implements to be connected to the exercise sled. A removable handle assembly provides an additional force application surface. In combination, the various attachment points afford a multitude of pulling and pushing, lower-extremity and upper-extremity, functional exercises for one or simultaneously by multiple users. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110224050 | INDOOR-OUTDOOR EXERCISE SLED APPARATUS - An indoor-outdoor manually-propelled variable-resistance exercise sled for one or multiple users. The exercise sled features a rigid and durable weight-bearing platform. To protect indoor flooring surfaces, a removable, flexible, non-grip protective pad may be attached to the bottom of the exercise sled. When the protective pad is removed, the exercise sled can also be used on most outdoor ground surfaces. The exercise sled includes dual attachment plates at opposite ends to provide multiple force application points to permit a variety of optional implements to be connected to the exercise sled. A removable handle assembly provides an additional force application surface. In combination, the various attachment points afford a multitude of pulling and pushing, lower-extremity and upper-extremity, functional exercises for one or simultaneously by multiple users. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20080261785 | WEIGHTABLE HOOP BELT SYSTEM - A weightable hoop system comprising: a single bodied molded hoop comprising: a first annular volume; a second annular volume located adjacent to the first annular volume; a third annular volume located adjacent to the first annular volume; a threaded input member in fluid communication with the first annular volume; and where the first annular volume is not in fluid communication with the second annular volume and the third annular volume, and the second annular volume is not in fluid communication with the third annular volume. A weightable hoop system comprising: an outer single bodied molded hoop comprising: an outer surface; an inner surface; an upper groove located on the outer surface; a lower groove located on the outer surface; a first annular volume that is not in communication with the ambient atmosphere; an inner single bodied molded hoop comprising: a first end and a second end, such that the inner single bodied molded hoop is not a continuous ring; a top; a bottom; a second generally annular volume; a threaded input member in fluid communication with the second annular volume; a first flange located at the top; a second flange located at the bottom; and where the first flange and second flange are configured to attach to the upper groove and lower groove respectively via an interference fit. A weightable hoop system comprising: a single bodied molded hoop with a top and a bottom comprising: a first annular volume located at the top; a second annular volume located at the bottom; a pinch seal located between the first annular volume and the second annular volume, and preventing fluid communication between the first annular volume and the second annular volume; a first threaded input member in fluid communication with the first annular volume; and a second threaded input member in fluid communication with the first annular volume. | 10-23-2008 |
| 20090312159 | FITNESS DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM HAVING AN EXERCISE CHAMBER WITH AN INCLINED FLOOR - One embodiment relates to a fitness development system. The fitness development system generally comprises an exercise chamber and an object. The exercise chamber may comprise a base, an inclined floor, and one or more barriers. The base may define a substantially horizontal axis to support the exercise chamber, while the inclined floor may comprise an angle of inclination that defines a degree of separation of the inclined floor from the base, wherein the angle of inclination maximizes fitness development of an individual advancing the object up the inclined floor against a gravitational pull on the object. The barriers may substantially enclose the exercise chamber. The object may comprise a configuration enabling maximum fitness development of the individual advancing the object up the inclined floor. | 12-17-2009 |
| 20100152002 | FITNESS TRAINING APPARATUS WITH WEIGHT AND RESISTANCE FEATURES - This invention relates to an exercise device comprising a baton having a first end, a second end, and a chamber, at least one elastic member having a first end and a second end, whereas said first end is affixed to said baton and said second end is affixed to said baton, and at least one weight disposed in said baton member chamber. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20090093348 | EXERCISE TOOL AND WEIGHT MEMBER THEREOF - A weight member for exercise includes a resilient shell that defines an inner chamber. The inner chamber contains a filling having weighting and shock-absorbing properties. The filling includes a high specific weight material and one of a foamable low specific weight material and a non-foamable low specific weight material. An exercise tool including a handle and at least one weight member attached to the handle is also disclosed. | 04-09-2009 |
| 20100160123 | Weighted exercise ring and system - A circularly shaped weight includes an opening in the center having a handle extending there through. The handle bi-sects the opening and creates equal openings for receiving a hand or foot of the user. The weight is particularly useful for individuals who may be incapacitated by arthritis or other physical ailments that may prevent them from properly grasping a weight. The novel shape is useful in stacking the weights when they are not in use. A plurality of circularly shaped weight may be fastened together via a coupler. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20090075792 | Weighted exercise ring and system - A circularly shaped weight includes an opening in the center having a handle extending there through. The handle bi-sects the opening and creates equal openings for receiving a hand or foot of the user. The weight is particularly useful for individuals who may be incapacitated by arthritis or other physical ailments that may prevent them from properly grasping a weight. The novel shape is useful in stacking the weights when they are not in use. A plurality of circularly shaped weight may be fastened together via a coupler. | 03-19-2009 |
| 20100210427 | WEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE KETTLE-SHAPED DUMBBELL - A weight-adjustable kettle-shaped dumbbell includes a body. The inner bottom of the body is hollow. With a selector unit, the body is able to hang a desired number of weight pieces for changing the weight of the dumbbell. The selector unit links a cable member to move upward or downward with an operating member for changing the inner and outer positions of specific selection boards in the body so as to attach relative weight pieces to the body. The kettle-shaped dumbbell of the present invention is adjustable in weight for the user's demand. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100298104 | Exercise Machine for Providing Resistance to Ambulatory Motion of the User - An exercise machine that provides a generally consistent resistive force against a user who walks, steps, or runs away from the machine as part of a strength training exercise program. The machine is built upon a movable frame having transport wheel assemblies that allow the exercise machine to be placed on an indoor floor surface or on the ground outdoors. The frame of the device further supports three parallel spinning assemblies that together allow a length of linear strap attached to the user to run out from the machine and thereafter be retracted or rewound back into the machine. The spinning assemblies include a flywheel assembly, a spool assembly, and a spring assembly, each co-axially arranged on a spin axle extending across the frame. The spring assembly is fixed against the frame and incorporates a coil spring that tightens with the rotation of the spin axle in a first direction (allowing the linear run-out strap to extend out from the spool assembly). The coil spring in the spring assembly thereafter tends to direct the rewinding of the strap back onto the spool assembly. The coaxial flywheel assembly provides both an initial stationary inertia and a subsequent rotational inertia. The flywheel acts as a governor to balance the changing forces associated with the resistive force increasing in the spring assembly. Positioned on the spin axle between the flywheel assembly and the spring assembly is a spool assembly that allows the strap to unwind and subsequently to be wound back onto the spool. A guide strap may be provided around the spool to maintain the linear run-out strap within the spool assembly. A resistance adjustment assembly presses a brake pad against the perimeter surface of the flywheel to adjust the force required to direct rotation of the system. A weight horn bracket is provided to add additional disc weights if necessary. | 11-25-2010 |
| 20100311549 | Device for Training the Muscles of the Body - The invention relates to a device for training the muscles of the body, comprising a stack of weights ( | 12-09-2010 |
| 20100331151 | Vibratory Exercise Device with Low Center of Gravity and Modular Weights - A handheld, vibratory exercise device with a handle that has a low center of gravity and selectively removable modular weights for incorporating an adjustable and additional resistance. The present invention is a vibratory system with a hand-held resistance device that may have a pendulous shape of “low center of gravity” or “low center of mass” and adjustable weights and thereby provides the opportunity for a unique, multi-faceted neuromuscular load. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20090253559 | Treadmill apparatus - A treadmill apparatus comprising a rigid member movably supported overhead of a user wherein the rigid member has guiding arrangement for guiding a handle of the rigid member through a path having a vertical component, and wherein said handle has a biasing arrangement for biasing the handle toward an upper end of the path. | 10-08-2009 |
| 20100285932 | Boxer-Fly Exercise Apparatus - A boxer-fly exercise apparatus, hereinafter Boxer-fly, is provided. The Boxer-fly provides an additional exercise for performing strength training of a user's pectoral muscles. Specifically, the Boxer-fly presents a novel angle for conditioning a user's pectoral muscles derived from the motion performed by a boxer dropping his elbows to block his ribs. Furthermore, the apparatus can be used by any user looking to fully develop their chest muscles. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20110263394 | ADJUSTABLE EXERCISE TRAINING TOOL - Embodiments of the invention are directed to an adjustable multi-purpose exercise training tool. The weight of the training tool is adjustable by the use of a plurality of removable weight members each of which are of a different weight. The removable weight member inserted into the tool determines the weight of the tool. In one embodiment, the multi-purpose exercise training tool includes a planar bottom face and a contoured top face and is approximately elliptical-shaped or circular-shaped. The adjustable multi-purpose exercise training tool may include one or more sets of grip portions allowing a user to grip the multi-purpose exercise training tool at different arm width distances allowing the user to target different muscle groups during use. The training tool is made of a hard, durable material and can be manufactured in a variety of weights. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110263391 | Method and apparatus for improving posture - An apparatus for improving posture comprises a bar element and a pad element centered along the length of the bar element. The bar element is constructed from a weighty material so as to provide a significant and constant downwardly directed weight. The pad element is constructed from a relatively lightweight material as compared to the bar material, but has a very specific cervical curve-accommodating, outer pad diameter or outer pad radius of curvature. The outer pad diameter or outer pad radius of curvature substantially matches that of a normal cervical curve. Together, the radius of curvature of the pad element and the weight of the bar element provide the user with a weighted template against which the user may align the cervical portion of his or her spine and commence resistance muscle training against the downwardly directed weight for improving core muscle groups for improving and/or maintaining one's posture. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110130252 | SAFETY DEVICE - A safety device ( | 06-02-2011 |
| 20120309596 | Method and Apparatus for Exercise, Strength and Physical Therapeutic Training - The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for exercise, strength and physical therapeutic training wherein a clear hollow tube is filled with a liquid and/or movable object and sealed at opposing ends allowing the trainer and/or trainee to view the movement and displacement of contents to assist in the workout to better maintain balance and strength. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120309595 | EXERCISE EQUIPMENT - Exercise apparatus ( | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120302409 | WEIGHT-LIFTING BARS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURING THE WEIGHT-LIFTING BARS, AND A METHOD OF WEIGHT-LIFTING - A weight-lifting bar is provided. The weight-lifting bar includes a tubular member having a first end portion and a second end portion. The tubular member further includes an internal region. The weight-lifting bar further includes a plurality of balls disposed in the internal region of the tubular member that at least partially fills the internal region. The weight-lifting bar further includes a first endcap member configured to be coupled to the first end portion, and a second endcap member configured to be coupled to the second end portion. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20100029447 | HEALTH MACHINE - Provided is a multi-functional health machine which can improve a fixing power of a weight unit in the health machine which can temper various kinds of muscles such as muscles of the upper body and muscles of the waist and the legs, which prevents a connection portion of a support rod which can be selected according to user's physique from seceding due to rotation of a handle portion, and which can reduce a load which is applied to the wrist by making the handle portion rotate according to rotation of the hands to thus make a weight portion placed in a straight line according to the gravitational force of the weight portion. The multi-functional health machine includes: a handle portion ( | 02-04-2010 |
| 20100022359 | TECHNIQUE PLATE FOR A BARBELL - A technique plate in accordance with the present invention has a dimension ring, two clamping disks and a sleeve. The dimension ring has an internal edge, two side surfaces and a clamping protrusion. The clamping protrusion is formed on and protrudes from the internal surface. The clamping disks are mounted on and clamp the clamping protrusion of the dimension ring. Therefore, compared to a conventional technique plate of the same diameter, the technique plate of the present invention is lighter, so the distance between a bar of a barbell and the ground is higher to prevent beginner's injury. | 01-28-2010 |
| 20100022360 | Exercise machine force application apparatus - An exercise machine has a reactant force generating mechanism and a force application device. The force application device is coupled to the force input structure of the reactant force generating mechanism and is configured for transmitting force generated by a user to the force input structure. At least a portion of the force application device protrudes from within an opening in the force input structure. The force application device includes a non-compliant base portion, a compliant outer shell coupled to the base portion and pressure displaceable material contained within an interior space of the compliant outer shell. The force application device allows the user-generate force to be transmitted through the pressure displaceable material and exerted on the reactant force generating mechanism of the exercise machine so as to cause the force input structure to exert a proportional reactant force on the force application device. | 01-28-2010 |
| 20110306475 | Exercise apparatus for permitting a user to build muscle strength in an ergonomic fashion - An exercise apparatus for permitting a user to build muscle strength in an ergonomic fashion comprising a weighted body with a first and second opposing faces with a handle attached to the body in a manner that permits the user to grip the apparatus during use without having to grip the body directly, and the first face comprises an ergonomic generally concave surface configured to more closely conform to the user's forearm profile when the apparatus is gripped by the user in a manner such that the body comes in contact with the user's forearm. Alternate embodiment incorporates a second face comprising an ergonomic generally concave surface. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20110319233 | TURN WEIGHT PLATE - Devices, apparatuses, systems and/or methods related to weight plates. Specifically, the disclosed devices, apparatuses, systems and/or methods relate to nested weight plates including a first weight plate increment and a second weight plate increment configured to receive the first weight plate increment. The nested weight plates may include a turning mechanism including a turning circle and/or a screw. The screw may be received by the first weight plate increment such that rotation of the turning circle engages and/or disengages the second weight plate increment. In this manner, a user may select to total weight desired. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20120046148 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MULTIPLE MODES OF EXERCISE - An application for a dual use weight lifting apparatus includes a first independent weighted portion and a second independent weighted portion. Each of the independent weighted portions has handles suitable for grasping by a user and each of the independent weighted portions has a mating surface opposing the handles. The apparatus includes a way to removably hold the independent weighted portions together at the mating surfaces, thereby forming a joined weight lifting apparatus. The independent weighted portions are used as kettle weights when disconnected and as medicine balls when connected. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20120021876 | ADJUSTABLE CABLE MACHINE - The adjustable cable machine contains a frame member raised on a base member having two ground bars. A seat member is configured in the front and a weight member capable of sliding vertically on the frame member. Two extension members are configured oppositely to the lateral sides of the frame member. Each extension member contains an adjustment element fixed to the frame member and an extension rod pivotally joined to the adjustment element. Each extension rod could be turned to adjust its angle relative to the frame member. A traction member composed of pulleys and cables is configured between the weight member and the extension members. A handle could be configured to an upper actuating ends at a top end of each extension rod or a lower actuating end in a front section of a ground bar. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120058863 | RESISTANCE EXERCISE TRAINER HAVING PORTABLE HAND-HELD WEIGHTS - The soft weight strength trainer includes a selectively fillable pouch with a strap positioned so that a person can fit a hand or foot in-between the strap and the fillable pouch. The soft weight strength trainer can be utilized in a variety of exercises that strengthen various muscle groups. None of the exercises that are performed with the soft weight strength trainer require a close fisted grip, which makes the soft weight strength trainer ideal for use by a person with reduced hand strength due to age or injury. Additionally, the soft weight strength trainer will not cause damage or injury if inadvertently dropped due to its non-rigid construction. | 03-08-2012 |
| 20110092341 | Bench dip blaster - It is a molded and shaped device, having a planar body on the top portion, and shaped body on the underside portion. It is round in the center, and rectangular on the ends. The units periphery curves from the radius of the center area to the rectangular portions at each end. Protruding vertical handles on each end allow for lifting and holding with ample distance from incremental annular discoid's in all directions. A center post is provided to hold said discoid's of various weights and sizes securely in place. The underside is shaped with two concave cavities. The two concave areas are equidistant between the center of the unit and the ends of the unit, and run perpendicular from end to end. The underside also has three raised areas in equal heights, to allow the unit to sit level on a flat surface. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110092342 | Therapeutic Device and Method of Using - A therapeutic device includes a weight distributing portion and a weight attaching portion. The weight distributing portion includes a relief area. The weight attaching portion is adapted to attach weights to the weight distributing portion. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20120115688 | Fitness Equipment - The invention discloses a fitness equipment which comprises a ring-shaped gravity body and a handle connected with the gravity body, wherein, the handle is positioned in the radial position of the interior of the ring-shaped gravity body, the end parts of the handle are detachably and fixedly connected with the gravity body, protective covers are embedded into the inner surface of the ring-shaped gravity body, and through the coverage of the protective covers, the connecting parts between the ring-shaped gravity body and the handle are rendered smooth. Through the application of the protective covers and the appropriate structural design of the two end parts of the handle, the surfaces of the fitness equipment provided by the invention can be rendered smooth, thereby effectively avoiding injuries to users. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120157270 | All in one fitness ball - A new weighted exercise ball is disclosed in the present invention. The ball has handles on each side of the ball which rotate 360 degrees clockwise or counter clockwise. The handles alleviate stress on the wrists and provide a firm grip. The ball has inner compartments that slide outward and allows for the entry of weights of various sizes. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20100248910 | VARIABLE-WEIGHT KETTLEBELL - A kettlebell having a hollow interior portion, and a substantially flat surface upon which the kettlebell may rest. The interior portion is lined with a water-impervious coating. Additionally, or alternatively, the interior portion may have a water-impervious bladder disposed therein. | 09-30-2010 |
| 20100048362 | Exercise equipment and exercise equipment systems - A kettlebell exercise device is disclosed herein having, in one embodiment a standardized core section having a handle and one or more facets to which are attached weighted facet plates. The core section may optionally comprise a cavity to which a weighted insert may be secured. The improved kettlebells of the present invention allow for increased manufacturing efficiencies, reduced manufacturing costs and reduced downtime to produce a series of kettlebell exercise devices of varying overall weights. | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100273613 | DUMBBELL SYSTEM FOR MUSCLES WORK - A dumbbell system that allows a single arm working and alternatively a simultaneous and symmetrical working of both arms to fortify specific muscles, including biceps, triceps and back muscles. The dumbbell system includes a dumbbell unit and either a single weight plate attachment means, or a double weight plate attachment means to connecting two dumbbell units to each other. | 10-28-2010 |
| 20120283071 | Weight plate with center post locking cartridge - A weight plate for use with physical fitness weightlifting equipment so that the weight plate may be coupled to other weight plates and lifted together in a stack. Each weight plate includes a pivotal switch arm including a first end at which to receive a pushing force to cause the switch arm to rotate relative to the weight plate and an opposite end at which a curved fork is carried. In one embodiment, a center post runs continuously through the center bore holes of the weight plates. In another embodiment, an insert is located in the center bore hole of each weight plate to be mated to the insert from an adjacent plate. When the pivotal switch arm of any weight plate is rotated to a locked position, the curved fork is rotated with the switch arm into surrounding engagement with the center post or the insert. | 11-08-2012 |
| 20090075791 | VARIABLE RESISTANCE SYSTEM - A method and apparatus for providing variable resistance in connection with exercise equipment uses multiple weight plates that are selected by selector assemblies. A series of actuators that are not directly connected to the selector assemblies actuate the selector assemblies to engage and disengage the weight plates. The actuators are in communication with a controller, which is connected to a user interface console. The user interface console accepts input from a user and instructs the controller to adjust the amount of weight engaged by the selector assemblies based on input from the user and various sensors. | 03-19-2009 |
| 20120083391 | Positional offset weight system - The Positional Offset Weight System is an extendible tube assembly with an attached weight that provides the user with a rapid adjustment mechanism to set resistance. The device can be used for a wide variety of exercises by reducing mechanical advantage. This allows the user to use a single light weight to achieve results that normally requires a variety of heavier weights or equipment. The device or system uses a twist or friction lock to adjust the length of the tube based on desired resistance, stability and range of motion. | 04-05-2012 |
| 20110124474 | Hip Thrust Sled - A hip thrust sled may include a pair of spaced apart runners configured in generally parallel relation to each other. A first cross member extends between and is connected to the spaced apart runners proximate to a distal end of the hip thrust sled. A second cross member extends between and is connected to the spaced apart runners near a proximal end of the hip thrust sled to receive removable weights. A pendulum arm is rotatably attached at its distal end to the first cross member and is configured at a proximal end to move vertically relative to the spaced apart runners. The pendulum arm extends towards the proximal end of the hip thrust sled at an upward angle. An adjustable stop may limit the vertical movement of the pendulum arm. A handlebar may be attached to the proximal end of the pendulum arm. | 05-26-2011 |
| 20120258843 | UPPER-BODY EXERCISE DEVICE - The invention provides for an upper-body exercise device comprising a pair of reciprocal support members for providing support to respective limbs of a user's body, and at least one of which support members is arranged to be engaged by a user's hand, a pair of support members being arranged for reciprocal movement over respective support means extending outwardly on a substantially common line from either side of a central region of the device to respective outer regions thereof; and the support members further being arranged to be moved by a user in a reciprocal manner between the said central region and the said lateral regions as part of an exercise routine. | 10-11-2012 |
| 20120231936 | Kettlebell methods and apparatus - An adjustable weight kettlebell includes a weight lifting member that rests on top of a vertical stack of weights. A weight selector is rotatable into and out of underlying engagement of the weight plates to secure a desired amount of mass to the weight lifting member. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120231937 | Adjustable Exercise Apparatus - Provided is exercise equipment for performing a variety of exercises for upper body exercises such as push-up, pull-up, and dip styles of exercise as well as core strengthening exercises. In some embodiments, the device allows for vertical and horizontal adjustments to a variety of positions allowing for general use for persons of all sizes and levels of abilities, from the beginner to the highly experienced and athletic person. The equipment also allows for detachment of hand grips to which weights can be attached for performing a variety of arm, wrist, shoulder and other kettle bell style exercises. Additionally the hand grips of the inventive device can be removed and positioned on a longitudinal bar to allow for barbell style exercises. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120322627 | Collapsible Kettlebell - A kettlebell having a housing which is configurable to an as-used configuration by filling a cavity in the housing with fill material. The kettlebell is returnable to a substantially planar stored configuration by emptying the cavity. The fill material can be varied from a group of different fill materials to vary the weight of the kettlebell in the as-used configuration. The housing has straps engaged to minimize twisting of the housing when the handle engaged to the housing is gripped by a user during exercise. | 12-20-2012 |
| 20110251028 | Exercise Apparatus - An exercise apparatus comprising an elongate support member, an exercise attachment, a frame member, and lateral arm supports is provided. The elongate support member is removably attached to a support frame of the exercise apparatus. The exercise attachment, for example, a rod member, a strapping element, etc., is connected to a lower end of the elongate support member via a pulley system for supporting the user's arms and/or legs. The pulley system comprises a first pulley connected to the lower end of the elongate support member, and a cable rollably attached to the first pulley. The frame member is rigidly attached to the elongate support member. The lateral arm supports are rigidly attached on opposing sides of the frame member. The lateral arm supports extend outwardly from the frame member for supporting the user's arms. The user utilizes the exercise attachment and/or the lateral arm supports for performing an exercise. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110251027 | Exercise Apparatus - An exercise apparatus comprising a clamping assembly, one or more adjustment plates, one or more pivot plates, and a weight bearing assembly is provided. The clamping assembly comprises claw members, each comprising a vertical web and horizontal flanges extending from the vertical web. The horizontal flanges detachably clamp to a support structure. The adjustment plates are rigidly attached to the vertical web of one of the claw members and comprise apertures for enabling positional adjustment of the weight bearing assembly. The pivot plates are rigidly attached to the vertical web of another one of the claw members. The weight bearing assembly comprises a leg member rigidly attached to a support frame, and gripping handles. The leg member is pivotally connected to the pivot plates and detachably connected to the adjustment plates. The gripping handles that are rigidly supported by the support frame are held by a user for performing exercises. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20120088639 | EXERCISER - Embodiments of the invention are directed toward apparatus for performing physical training exercises, comprising: a member comprising a length of tubing and including an exterior surface having a central longitudinal axis and defining at least two pairs of receivers, axially-spaced from one another; wherein each receiver is defined by a longitudinal axis and an aperture formed through the exterior surface of the member. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20110275494 | COLLAPSIBLE KETTLEBELL SYSTEM - The present invention provides, in at least one embodiment, a collapsible kettlebell system featuring a collapsible bladder like structure that can be filled by a liquid such as water, metal shavings or shot, sand and other appropriate substances. A handle is provided as a point of grip by the user. The handle includes an internal support structure that keeps the collapsible bladder in place. The internal support may also include a cavity for an optional/additional weight. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20120283073 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR STRENGTH CONDITIONING - An apparatus for conditioning and strengthening an individual comprising a housing defining a fluid retaining chamber adapted to receive fluid such that the housing can be provided with a predetermined weight and at least two handles extending from the housing. The handles are spatially disposed on the housing so as to permit the individual to lift the housing. The housing and corresponding fluid retaining chamber each have a substantially hourglass profile viewed from the upper side and the lower side. Also, the housing further comprises at least two openings extending through the housing from the upper side to the lower side and equally spaced on opposite sides of a center line of the housing, and each of the openings is traversed by one of the handles. | 11-08-2012 |
| 20120289382 | Exercise Device for Supporting Weight from Hand Grips Using Straps - An exercise device is formed of inelastic, fixed length, substantially rigid straps connected in a Y-shaped configuration so as to define an anchor member and two support members. An anchor loop is fixed to the outer end of the anchor member for securing a weighted member thereon or for securing to various stationary objects. A hand grip is coupled to the outer end of each support member such that the user must exert additional effort during various exercises to maintain proper position of their hands relative to one another. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20130012365 | Kettlebell Accessories - Kettlebell (weight training) exercise equipment to protect an athlete's body from injury and to improve exercise/training form may include palm, wrist and/or forearm protectors in a glove-like form, or the kettlebells themselves may be fitted with suitable padding materials to achieve similar effect. | 01-10-2013 |
| 20100130334 | OFFSET WEIGHT BARS - An offset weight bar is provided which operates with the lifter's neuro-fascial connections to increase muscle activation and recruitment of muscle groups. The offset weight bar includes a grip portion that is shaped in accordance with the meuro-fascial connections in the lifter's hands and arms. The offset weight bar also offsets the weight of the bar from the lifter's palm to a point out along the lifter's unfolded fingers. The shape of the offset weight bar operates with the offset of the weight from the palm to increase the lifter's muscle activation and muscle group recruitment in accordance with the lifter's neuro-fascial physiology. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20120149536 | HEAVY DUTY FITNESS EQUIPMENT BAG - A weighted exercise device includes an inner bag for filler content containment; and an outer bag, wherein the inner and outer bags have a reinforced double closure to eliminate leaking, bursting, migration or seepage of filler content. | 06-14-2012 |
| 20120149535 | Functional exercise device - An exercise device is provided, having a frame with a first end opposite to a second end and a top portion opposite to a bottom portion, thereby defining four opposing corners. One or more pins may be coupled to the frame between the first end and the second end, the pins adapted to receive weight plates. A bumper may be coupled to each of the four opposing corners. The bumper may be a substantially longitudinal hollow member which may include a plurality of treads on a side opposite to that coupled to the frame. The device may then be supported by two of the bumpers and flipped over to be supported by the other two bumpers. The lifting and flipping of the device provides an exercise which employs many of the major muscles groups of the body. Weight plates may be added or removed to accommodate different users. | 06-14-2012 |
| 20100173757 | DOUBLE-FUNCTIONAL BAND MEMBER FOR DUMBBELL COMPONENT AND DUMBBELL COMPONENT USING THE SAME - The present invention provides a dual-functional strap fitting for dumbbell assembly comprising: a middle strap; a first fabric strap and a second fabric strap coupled respectively to the middle strap, each of the first fabric strap and the second fabric strap including a thickened end; two buckles each including a slot, wherein the two buckles are slidably positioned on the first fabric strap and the second fabric strap through the slots, respectively, and the width of the slot is less than the thickness of the thickened end; fastening means positioned on a surface of the first fabric strap, a surface of the second fabric strap and a surface of the middle strap; and a coupling device positioned in the middle of the middle strap. The dual-functional strap fitting for the dumbbell assembly according to the present invention combines the functions of a handle strap and a coupling strap. Consequently, the cost for the dumbbell assembly is reduced. Moreover, since there is no need to switch between the straps, the dumbbell assembly can be used with ease. | 07-08-2010 |
| 20130023388 | PHYSICAL TRAINING APPARATUS - Physical training systems that may promote effective technique and strength training for various sports, as well as general strength and fitness training. Apparatus may require a user to push and lift in a coordinated manner to effectively overcome inertia and rolling resistance. The training apparatus may include a cylindrical core portion and compliant outer portion located on an outer surface of the core portion. In use, the training apparatus may rotate around a center axis of the core portion when a sufficient force, exceeding a resistance level, is received by the training apparatus (e.g., as a result of a user exercising proper technique in applying force to the training apparatus). The resistance level may be a result of a configurable amount of ballast contained within the apparatus. | 01-24-2013 |
