Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
482105000 | Weight worn on body of user | 59 |
20080248932 | FOOT WEIGHTS - A foot weight is provided that includes an outer shell of an elastic fabric shaped as a band and encapsulating a pliable weight. A top surface upper edge of the outer shell has an arch shape. The outer shell is shaped to slide over a portion of a human foot. The arch may be shaped to conform substantially to the curvature of the heads of the five metatarsals bones of the foot. The middle portion of the top surface edge may be convexly curved and at least one lateral portion of the top surface edge may be concavely curved. | 10-09-2008 |
20080280737 | Weighted Exercise Chaps and Method - An exercise device and method for the lower body. The device includes a belt and weighted chaps system which hold one or more individual weight inserts. The device includes removable section: a thigh section connected to the belt section and the option of a calf section connected to the thigh section. The device includes pockets on the weighted chaps and belts to adjust the position of weight, and flexible solid weight inserts that are held between a non stretch support and a stretch pocket layer secured against the leg which and conform to the contours of the leg, the weights are preferably made of dense material suspended in a flexible matrix. The method includes positioning and storing weights, the connection to external resistance, and exercise to increase muscle strength, stamina, jump height, bone density, circulation, and to treat nervous system disorders. | 11-13-2008 |
20090082180 | LEG LIFT DEVICE AND ASSOCIATED METHOD - A leg lift device is provided for attachment to a shoe. The leg lift device includes a sole, an optional lift insert and a shoe receiver attached to the sole. The shoe receiver includes a first section to engage a toe of a shoe and a second section to engage a heel of a shoe. The device also includes an attachment strap. A selected method is also provided. | 03-26-2009 |
20090111667 | WEIGHTED THIGH PAD EXERCISE APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE - This invention relates to a weighted thigh pad for strength training while participating in a full contact sport. The weighed thigh pad includes a conforming plate, removable elements attaching to the conforming plate and resilient materials. The removable elements include weighted members and spacer members varying the desired weight during strength training by the user. The invention also relates to an exercise garment receiving the weighted thigh pad in a pocket. The invention further includes a method of strength training including selecting the desired weight and moving the thigh muscles. | 04-30-2009 |
20090131233 | EXERCISE APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR EXERCISING - An exercise apparatus used for exercise and more specifically musculoskeletal physical therapy and rehabilitation purposes. The exercise apparatus particularly, but not exclusively, uses a combination of weight, a structure adapted for weight training by a person, and a means to suspend the weight wherein the suspended weight is adapted to have motion in the x, y and z axis during an exercise movement that results in increased joint strength and decreased joint pain during and after physical therapy and rehabilitation exercises. | 05-21-2009 |
20090253560 | WEIGHTED EXERCISE DEVICE AND SECURING SYSTEM - A novel apparatus and method is disclosed for securing clothing or an object of weight against a body with one or more double locking securing wraps as well as overlapping double lock securing wraps. One lock is created between the edge of the object and the inside of the securing wrap while the other lock is created between the end of the wrap and the outside of the object or the outside of a securing wrap. Hook and loop fasteners are used to create the edge locks which prevent the object from sliding out from under the securing wrap. Weighted ankles, wrists, pants and vest system are also disclosed which incorporate the double locking system. The system allows for a wide range of size adjustability including the ability to add tension between the locks for additional security. | 10-08-2009 |
20090270232 | 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. | 10-29-2009 |
20090280966 | Ergonomic Weighted Sash - The present invention is directed to an ergonomic exercise sash which is contoured to fit a torso of a user. Weight members may be placed in a plurality of pockets of the sash to increase the resistance and intensity of exercise. | 11-12-2009 |
20090291813 | WEIGHTED TRAINING PAD - A weighted training pad for insertion into garments with pockets, cavities, or other devices with which to hold the weighted training pad. In one aspect, the garments are configured for use with multiple weighted training pads. It is contemplated that the garments are to include, but by no means be limited to, football pants, baseball pants, and the like. | 11-26-2009 |
20090325768 | Multipurpose exercise device - A multipurpose exercise device has a portable construction, and is geometrically optimized with arcuate and planar surfaces to allow a safe and effective workout of the abdominal muscles when attached to the feet of a user. Furthermore, the device enables a user to efficiently transition from an oblique abdominal exercise to a core abdominal exercise in a highly efficient, hassle-free manner. | 12-31-2009 |
20100048363 | RESISTANCE EXERCISE TRAINER AND RELATED SPEED TRAINING PROCESS - The resistance exercise trainer includes an adjustable strap wearable by a user, a leash attached to the strap at a first end and a bag attached to a second end of the leash and configured for removable reception of at least one weight. When wearing the strap and pulling the bag and the weight with the leash, the weighted bag impedes user movement thereby providing resistance exercise training. As part of the resistance exercise training, the leash may be disconnected from the strap and used individually as a jump rope and the weight may be removed from the bag and used individually in strength training exercises. Together, the strap, the leash, the bag and the weight may be used in a speed training triangle. | 02-25-2010 |
20100056347 | Abdominal Exercise Apparatus - The present invention provides for abdominal exercise apparatus arranged generally to be arranged to worn over the user's shoulders and to be secured thereto in a comfortable manner by way of front support portions and back support portion which extend respectively downwardly from central region. Extending laterally and forwardly from the central region are a pair of arms which are arranged to be gripped by a user when wearing the apparatus and to which weights can be releasably mounted so as to control the weight against which the user works when performing an exercise routine. | 03-04-2010 |
20100093504 | Weighted Training Belt for Hockey Players - An improved weighted training belt for hockey players consisting of an elongated belt having a length, opposite first and second ends, and complimentary first and second coupling members provided on the first and second ends of the belt, respectively. The belt also includes at least one pair of connector elements positioned between the first and second coupling members, said pair of connector elements being movable along the length of the belt and selectively fixable at any point along the length of the belt. The training belt further includes at least one weight pouch having opposite side straps with a connector element provided on an end of each of the side straps, the connector elements of the weight pouch being complimentary to the pair of connector elements on the belt, the weight pouch configured to support at least one weight, the opposite side straps of the weight pouch each having an adjustable length. | 04-15-2010 |
20100210428 | Exercise System - An exercise system includes a flexible attachment member sized for positioning between a shoe's tongue and laces that extends beneath a majority of the laces. The attachment member includes opposed first and second faces, the first face having hook and loop coupling elements of a first configuration, the second face having hook and loop coupling elements of a second configuration. The exercise system includes a plurality of weight members, each having a first face with hook and loop coupling elements of the first configuration and a second face with hook and loop coupling elements of the second configuration. The hook and loop coupling elements of the first and second configurations are complementary to one another to couple at least one weight members to the attachment member first or second face and couple at least one the weight members atop a respective weight member coupled to the attachment member. | 08-19-2010 |
20100222185 | EXERCISE APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR EXERCISING - An exercise apparatus used for exercise and more specifically musculoskeletal physical therapy and rehabilitation purposes. The exercise apparatus particularly, but not exclusively, uses a combination of weight, a structure adapted for weight training by a person, and a means to suspend the weight wherein the suspended weight is adapted to have motion in the x, y and z axis during an exercise movement that results in increased joint strength and decreased joint pain during and after physical therapy and rehabilitation exercises. | 09-02-2010 |
20100248914 | Exercising Device - A sporting goods includes a body formed with at least one groove to be fitted to a front of an ankle, wherein a sit-up exercise or lower body training is enabled without settling the body on a certain place. The sporting goods further includes fastening means to fit and fasten a sole of a foot and an ankle thereon when the ankle is placed in the groove; the body is separatable into left and right bodies; and a weight may be inserted in or mounted to the inside or the outside of the body. With this configuration, a user can get various exercises in a stable posture without straining his/her ankle even though the sporting goods is not settled on a floor. | 09-30-2010 |
20100248915 | METHODS FOR WEIGHTING GARMENTS OR ORTHOTICS AND GARMENTS AND ORTHOTICS THEREFOR - Methods and apparatuses for aligning a person's center of gravity over the base of support using a weighted garment or orthotic are herein provided. These methods and apparatuses are particularly suited to individuals suffering from various balance or neurological disorders. The methods described herein involve the use of body positioning and perturbation techniques. These methods may be manual, computer assisted, or some combination thereof. In some variations, video recording equipment or other electronic equipment is used. The apparatuses of the present invention comprise a variety of weighted garments or orthotics. These garments or orthotics may take on any number of configurations. In some variations, the weighted garment or orthotic is a vest, in other variations, the weighted garment or orthotic is a brassiere, corset, shoulder pad, undergarment, belt, seating device to be used in combination with a wheelchair, tee shirt, body suit, or combinations thereof. | 09-30-2010 |
20100285936 | MUSCLE STRENGTHENING SYSTEM AND METHOD - Embodiments described herein provide weighted garments for training athletic motions. Weights can be strategically placed to limit stress on joints and not interfere with the natural mechanics of the athletic motion when the garment is used. Garments can be configured for training various athletic motions. One embodiment includes a weighted garment for training a pitching motion. The garment can comprise, a flexible form fitting sleeve having an upper portion, a lower portion and a joint portion, a flexible first weight coupled to the upper portion and a flexible second weight coupled to the lower portion. The weighted garment can be configured so that the weighted garment does not interfere with a wearer's natural mechanics for performing the athletic motion. | 11-11-2010 |
20110183819 | BODY GYM - A wearable exercise device in the form of a backpack has resistant pull cables at both shoulders and at both hips. Handgrips can be connected to the pulls in various ways to provide for varying degrees of resistance. The tension of the pulls is adjustable as is the mass of the backpack as a whole. A weight compartment can hold one or two weights of varying masses. The pulls at the hips can be connected either to handgrips or to the back of specialized shoes. When connected to shoes, the resistance of the pulls simulate running up hill. | 07-28-2011 |
20110319235 | SPORTS TRAINING BELT - A training belt for wearing around a waist of a user is disclosed. The belt comprises a flexible strap that terminates at a first end in a first adjustment strap that has an attachment means fixed therewith. A second end of the flexible strap includes a second adjustment strap terminating with a loop. An outside surface of the training belt includes at least one pocket that extends substantially along the length of the flexible strap. Each pocket includes a closure means extending substantially therealong for retaining one or more weighted tubes. An inside surface of the flexible strap may include a cushioning pad, made of a memory-foam type material, for example, extending substantially around the length and height of the flexible strap. | 12-29-2011 |
20120028766 | Weight Lifting Sandals - A weight lifting system consisting of thin light-weight sandals to be strapped to a person's shod feet, the sandals having additional parts that are designed to attach to and detach from corresponding hardware on weights and weight holding devices. The sandals are designed and built so they will not interfere with walking or other exercises. The hardware works quickly and easily and a plurality of different weights is preferred with the net result being that the user can quickly and easily pick up and put down weights with their feet, change the amount of weight, and change weights from foot to foot and, hence, can easily move from one exercise to another, and there is no need to remove the sandals when performing other exercises. | 02-02-2012 |
20120028767 | Weights for Weight Lifting Shoes and Sandals - Weights and weight holding devices with hardware that is designed to attach to corresponding parts on shoes or sandals. The hardware works quickly and easily with the net result being that the user can quickly and easily pick up and put down weights with their feet, change the amount of weight, and change weights from foot to foot enabling the user to easily move from one exercise to another, and there is no need to remove the shoes or sandals when performing other exercises or walking. | 02-02-2012 |
20120028768 | Adjustable Weighted Exercise Method and Apparatus - Disclosed is an adjustable weighted exercise apparatus which in one implementation may include a base frame assembly attachable to a strap assembly for connection to a user, the base frame assembly including a base frame; a weight support member connected to the base frame and disposed to maintain a weight at a distance from the user. In some implementations, the weight support member may be further connected to at least one support bar connected to the base frame. A method hereof may include enhancing exercise of a body including disposing a weight at a distance from a user's body; and, exercising the user's body. | 02-02-2012 |
20120046149 | WEIGHTED EXERCISE GARMENT - A garment may comprise a wearable portion and one or more pockets on the wearable portion for holding one or more weights. The one or more pockets may each include elastic straps within an interior of each of the one or more pockets for securing the one or more weights within each of the one or more pockets, a flap for enclosing an opening of each of the one or more pockets, and an enclosure mechanism for securing the flap when enclosing the opening of the one or more pockets. | 02-23-2012 |
20120083393 | EXERCISE CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES - Provided herein are new exercise clothing and accessories. For example, a weight apparatus incorporates an elongate closed tube suitable for wrapping around a user's arm (e.g., wrist), leg (e.g., ankle), neck, or other extremity, and further includes attachment means for securing the weight around the extremity. In another embodiment, exercise clothing include garments that create resistance against the movement of an extremity, such as resistance against regular, everyday motions incurred in selected activities of humans or animals. An exercise garment may include desirable performance features, such as slimming of a body part through compression or tension, which may be selected based, in part, on anatomical fit. | 04-05-2012 |
20120202655 | Hand-held exercise apparatus - A hand-held exercise apparatus is provided. The hand-held exercise apparatus includes a body portion having a bar to allow a user to grip the apparatus, and a housing portion configured to sit atop of the body portion to receive a weight portion, wherein the weight portion is removable. | 08-09-2012 |
20120208680 | Detachable, adjustable, insulated resistance body support apparatus - I. As shown in FIGS. ( | 08-16-2012 |
20120220432 | SQUAT EXERCISE APPARATUS - A squat exercise apparatus for use with a hip belt comprising an elevated platform with a hole, a weight holder and a guide rod or other guide, as disclosed herein. The weight holder may be designed to hold free weights and to attach onto a hip belt. As the user performs the squat exercise supported by the platform, the guide rod guides the weight holder as it is lowered into the hole, limiting movement of the weight holder in the horizontal direction. Alternatively, the apparatus comprises a weight holder and a guide rod and base, for use with a user-supplied platform. | 08-30-2012 |
20120225757 | Lower Body Muscle Exercise Device - An exercise device comprises a plurality of parallel structures having adequate length or height to insert the active foot of an operator and further comprises foot support means interconnecting the plurality of parallel structures, means to secure weights, and means to add or subtract weights. The device may be constructed of rigid or flexible materials or a combination of rigid and flexible materials. The device may also comprise means to minimize swinging motion. An operator, having an active leg and foot, inserts an active foot within the space between parallel structures, engages the foot support means with an active foot to perform lower body muscle exercises, for example, the quadruped hip extension exercise for the benefit of the gluteus muscle group, leg extensions for the benefit of the vastus medialis muscle or leg contractions for the benefit of the posterior thigh muscle group. | 09-06-2012 |
20120231938 | POL Bracelets - The invention provides a free weight configured in the form of an easily donned arm band or ankle band which could be worn and utilized throughout the day. Designed to strengthen and tone the arms and legs, the POL Bracelet also serves as a fashionable accessory item to accentuate one's wardrobe. A cuff style bracelet, the POL Bracelet is comprised of two semi cylindrical weights to be positioned on the top and underside of the wrist, arm or ankle. | 09-13-2012 |
20120289385 | Weighted exercise vest - A weighted vest is provided for such exercise as squatting, have front and back portions and a panel member attached to the back portion of the vest, the panel member having one or more rows of roller-receiving cavities and a roller in each cavity for added weight. By placing the panel member between the back of a wall and an exerciser standing upright and pressing against the wall, the exerciser moves up and down during squat exercise to achieve maximum benefit from the exercise. | 11-15-2012 |
20120295773 | Combined Exercise Strap - The Combined Exercise Strap of the invention is a strap that reduces the amount of objects a user needs to carry while exercising. The strap has at least one pouch or a plurality of pouches. The pouch can hold objects including a pedometer, weight, watch, pulse monitor, cell phone, music player, or money. | 11-22-2012 |
20130012366 | EXERCISE APPARATUS FOR EXERCISING - An exercise apparatus used for exercise and more specifically musculoskeletal physical therapy and rehabilitation purposes. The exercise apparatus particularly, but not exclusively, uses a combination of weight, a structure adapted for weight training by a person, and a means to suspend the weight wherein the suspended weight is adapted to have motion in the x, y and z axis during an exercise movement that results in increased joint strength and decreased joint pain during and after physical therapy and rehabilitation exercises. | 01-10-2013 |
20130017933 | RESTRICTION COMPRESSION WEIGHTED THERAPY SUIT - A motion resistance suit provides adjustable musculoskeletal compression and increasing resistance over a user's full range of motion. The suit provides increasing resistance over the range of user movements through the use of a porous elastic material that allows for the body to dissipate heat and perspiration. The suit utilizes pockets located in strategic areas for the addition of weights, thereby controlling the amount of resistance felt during use. The pockets are located to allow full range of motion. Cinches are used to control the amount of compression and to create a snug fit which minimizes unwanted movement of the suit and weights. The suit consists of a shirt portion, detachable sleeves, a pants portion, and detachable pant extensions. The user is able to quickly and easily change the amount of weight and the amount of compression based on the exercises being performed and the desired effect. | 01-17-2013 |
20130178342 | EXERCISE DEVICE ASSEMBLY - An exercise device includes at least first and second weighted toning rings, at least one resistance cord and at least first and second clips. The first and second weighted toning rings each have a toroidal shape, an inner periphery, an outer periphery and a hook that extends outwardly from the outer periphery. The at least one resistance cord has a first end and a second end. The first clip attaches the first end of the at least one resistance cord to the hook of the first weighted toning ring and the second clip attaches the second end of the at least one resistance cord to the hook of the second weighted toning ring. | 07-11-2013 |
20130190144 | Weighted Vest - A sports vest for fitness training provides body-centered resistance for endurance, agility, and strength training. The vest has a V-shaped front neoprene panel, and a generally identical back neoprene panel. A plurality of auxiliary pockets holds weights along the legs of the each panel. A triangular central pocket hold weights just above the rounded V point on each panel. Interior partitions within the pockets prevent the weights from shifting. Straps secure the vest to a fitness trainee. The vest shape, arrangement of weights, and weight partitions generally maintains a trainee's center of gravity and balance in executing exercise movements. | 07-25-2013 |
20130237391 | VARIABLE WEIGHT TONING STRAP AND KIT - A variable weight toning method, system and kit. An elongated flexible member adapted to be worn for example on the wrist or ankle of the user includes various sections that selectively receive weighted bars. The number of bars is increased over time to increase muscular toning. The system may include a storage unit in which the flexible member and various weighted bars may be stored. The method includes gradually increasing the number of weighted bars in the flexible member as muscle tone improves. | 09-12-2013 |
20130274076 | EXERCISE APPARATUS AND METHODS - An exercise device and methods for using the exercise device. The exercise device is a spherical structure having a rigid surface and an opening therein for the user's hand to grasp a handle affixed in the center of the spherical structure. A series of exercises may be performed with the exercise device, including push-ups, rows and swings. | 10-17-2013 |
20130303342 | Exercise Device And Method - An exercise device for the pubococcygeus muscle of a male person comprising: a support member having two arms and a base; wherein the arms of support member are configurable to fit around the shaft of the penis of a male person so that the base depends from the penis. | 11-14-2013 |
20130331240 | EXERCISE FAN - This invention is a physical fitness system employing weighted feather-fan-like equipment in a feather fan dance routine to provide an enjoyable way for a person to achieve strength, endurance, and flexibility fitness, with special emphasis on upper body, arm, and shoulder work. | 12-12-2013 |
20140005010 | EXERCISE GARMENT | 01-02-2014 |
20140148315 | Multifunctional Portable Exercise Device - Example embodiments of the present invention include devices used to improve in-home exercise routines. In one example embodiment, an exercise device includes two assemblies that can connect and disconnect from each other. When the assemblies are connected together, a user can position the exercise device as described above to serve as a sit-up spotter to brace the user's feet during sit-up type exercises. In addition, the assemblies can be disconnected and serve as weights to allow the user to do various leg lifting exercises with weights securely attached to the foot of the user. | 05-29-2014 |
20140194259 | ExerThighzer - The ExerThighzer is an apparatus for securing a dumbbell to a person's leg to enable the wearer to exercise the muscles of the leg by performing various leg exercises. The apparatus has the complete ability to strengthen the entire thigh by allowing a full contraction and extension of the quadriceps and biceps femoris muscles and allows for the abduction and adduction of the thigh muscles. The apparatus is equipped with a cushioned cuff that is strapped around the lower leg and can be used by any individual and is adaptable to varying amounts of weight. The apparatus provides users with alternative forms of exercise utilizing dumbbells that are locked into the housing unit in a way previously unable to be used for such exercises. | 07-10-2014 |
20140200118 | WEIGHTED BODY SUIT - A weighted body suit for exercise purposes comprising: a pair of sleeves; a pair of pants legs; a zipper; ankle level weight attachments; pants leg weight attachments; a detachable waist weight; and a chest and shoulder weight harness. The waist weight may include a belt connector to enable attachment and de-attachment of the waist weight around the waist area of the weighted body suit. The chest and shoulder harness may alo include a connector to enable attachment and de-attachment of the chest and shoulder harness around the chest and shoulder area of the weighted body suit. Each weight attachment weighs in a range of about 5 pounds to about 10 pounds. | 07-17-2014 |
20140206508 | Training Device - A training device includes a sack into which weights may be inserted, and a tether. A method using a training device includes attaching the device to a person's leg, placing the sack on the ground, moving forward along the ground, and pulling the sack along the ground. | 07-24-2014 |
20140213421 | Weighted Device - A weighted device, flexible in nature, containing a material with density of at least 200 kg/m | 07-31-2014 |
20140256518 | FIREARM STABILITY TRAINING DEVICE AND METHOD - A firearm stability training device includes an adapter which receives a barrel or, in the case where the firearm is a handgun, receives an operator's wrist. A flexible coupler is removably attached to the adapter on one end, and a weight is suspended from the opposite end. Motion of the weight provides a force disruptive to the stable positioning of the firearm. Methods are described in which the device is used to train or rehabilitate an operator. An embodiment includes a laser firing assembly electrically connected to a trigger assembly, allowing the operator to accurately track their progress in training or rehabilitation. | 09-11-2014 |
20140256519 | MULTIFUNCTION EXERCISE BELT - An exercise belt is provided. A plurality of loops attached along the length of the exercise belt. The present invention may further include a strap. The strap includes a first end that is releasably attachable to each of the plurality of loops, and a second end that is releasably attachable to each of the plurality of loops. A user may attach a weight to the strap and then attach the first end to one of the plurality of loops and the second end to one of the plurality of loops. | 09-11-2014 |
20140274593 | RESISTANCE PUSH-UP APPARATUS - A resistance push-up apparatus having a harness to be worn by a user and having hooks to attach the harness to a set of free weights. The push-up apparatus allowing the user to lift his or her own weight plus the extra free weights connected to the harness during the push-up exercise. The present resistance push-up apparatus providing a safe method of completing the push-up exercise. | 09-18-2014 |
20140274594 | SELF AND MANUALLY ADJUSTABLE EXERCISE DEVICE - A self and manually adjustable exercise device includes a pair of shoulder portions attached to each other. Each shoulder portion forms a respective loop around and engages with a respective shoulder region of a human torso. Each shoulder portion includes a respective belt portion that forms the respective loop, and a respective load coupling structure connected to the respective belt portion to self-adjust a respective position at which the respective load coupling structure connects to the respective belt portion when the respective load coupling structure connects to a respective load. | 09-18-2014 |
20140302970 | FLEXIBLE WEIGHT PAD - The invention relates to a pad, or weight, for providing resistance to movement, wherein the pad comprises a holding medium and a plurality of bodies. The holding medium surrounds at least part of the bodies and retains them therein. The holding medium is substantially flexible so as to allow the pad to substantially flex to reflect a contoured surface of the user when in use. Additionally, the pad is provided with at least one substantially porous region to provide air-flow and the egress of water vapour from one side of the device to the other. The invention also extends to an attachment device for attaching a pad to a user. | 10-09-2014 |
20140309089 | ADJUSTABLE WEIGHTED MULTIFUNCTION FITNESS APPARATUS - An adjustable weighted multifunction fitness apparatus and a method of using the adjustable weighted multifunction fitness apparatus are disclosed. The apparatus includes a plurality of panels. The panels are adhered together to form an interior compartment. The apparatus further includes a plurality of shoulder straps configured to be adjustable through the use of a fastener. The apparatus further includes a strap compartment. The apparatus further includes a plurality of handles. The interior compartment includes a plurality of pouches configured to secure one or more deformable exercise articles having a pliable exterior and capable of being reversibly filled with a particulate material or water. | 10-16-2014 |
20140309090 | EXERCISE DEVICE AND METHOD - An exercise device for the pubococcygeus muscle of a male person comprising a support member having two arms and a base, wherein the arms of support member are configurable to fit around the shaft of the penis of a male person so that the base depends from the penis. | 10-16-2014 |
20140349819 | Adjustable Off-Set Weighted Exercise Method and Apparatus - Disclosed is an adjustable weighted exercise apparatus which in one implementation may include a base frame assembly attachable to a strap assembly for connection to a user, the base frame assembly including a base frame; a weight support member connected to the base frame and disposed to maintain a weight at a distance from the user. In some implementations, the weight support member may be further connected to at least one support bar connected to the base frame. A method hereof may include enhancing exercise of a body including disposing a weight at a distance from a user's body; and, exercising the user's body. | 11-27-2014 |
20150141213 | WEIGHTED SLEEVE - The present invention provides a weighted sleeve containing granular weighted material that may be worn on one's hand, wrist, and/or forearm to weight one's hand and limit or curtail hand shaking symptoms and to compress the hand, wrist, and/or forearm as to temporarily alleviate pain and improve blood circulation. | 05-21-2015 |
20150335938 | Exercise Sled and Backpack Combination - An exercise apparatus for wearing about an upper portion of a user's body and for securing weights having a centrally-located hole extending therethrough to the body. The apparatus generally includes a frame backpack and an exercise sled to which one or more weights may be attached. The exercise sled is removably mounted to the frame backpack to operate in a first mode of operation and may be used separately from the frame backpack in a second mode of operation. In certain embodiments, the apparatus may include a connection strap for connecting the exercise sled to the frame backpack in the second mode of operation such that a user may pull the exercise sled while wearing the frame backpack. | 11-26-2015 |
20160082302 | Garment With Weighted Elastic Portion - A garment and portions of a garment presently disclosed contains a body having a front portion and a back portion, and a plurality of weighted inserts coupled with an elastic material, wherein the plurality of inserts are separated by a first distance when the garment is not being worn by a user, wherein the plurality of inserts are separated by a second distance when the garment is being worn by the user, wherein the second distance is greater than the first distance. Alternatively, the weights ma be fixed to the elastic. | 03-24-2016 |
20160129296 | VARIABLE WEIGHT TONING STRAP - A variable weight toning strap having a flexible member and a plurality of generally rectangular sections, wherein each of the plurality of generally rectangular sections are disposed transversely along the flexible member length, include a top surface at least partially defining an upper surface of the flexible member, at least one perpendicular sidewall extending in a direction substantially perpendicular to the top surface, and a section width separating a rear face and a front face of the sections. Two of the sections have a discontinuous upper slit defined by the at least one perpendicular sidewall of each of said sections flanking the upper slit, wherein the upper slit spans the section width and terminates into a valley. The sections also define a plurality of channels therein, which house a plurality of weights, each selectively removably and frictionally retained by the respective plurality of channels. | 05-12-2016 |
20160175641 | EXERCISE ASSEMBLY | 06-23-2016 |