ТРЕНАЖЁР МИМИЧЕСКОЙ МУСКУЛАТУРЫ

Тренажер мимической мускулатуры (ТММ) - это устройство, характеризующееся способностью передавать влияние переменных давящего и смещающего характера механических усилий подвижных составляющих лицевой части черепа (движения челюстей, жевательных и мимических мышц щек, надбровных дуг, ушных раковин) на другие менее подвижные участки лица, волосистой части головы и шеи, с проявлением оздоравливающих эффектов массажа, активизирующего кровообращение мягких тканей черепа, с целью устранения преждевременных возрастных изменений (морщины, подвисания, спонтанно сформированная гиподинамическая маскообразная мимика), а также для их профилактики, представляющее собой скелетную часть в виде ажурной конструкции из двенадцати пятиугольников, собранных из швейной фурнитуры, бижутерии и кембриков на связующих (лигатурах), в законченном виде образующих сферу, способную принимать форму черепа и мягких тканей лицевой части плотным прилеганием к последним, в моменты функционального применения, и нести на своей ...

APPARATUS FOR STRENGTHENING FACIAL BONES AND MUSCLE IN PATIENTS AND METHODS OF USE

A facial exercise apparatus for facial muscle and bone resistance training and method of use. The facial exercise apparatus includes one or more flexor arms and a mouthpiece stabilizer, each connected to a flexor head connector. The flexor arm(s) extend upward, downward, left or right from the flexor head connector, have contours to place the patient's lips, and provide a resistance force outward from the flexor head connector. In use, a patient places and bites down upon the mouthpiece stabilizer, places a portion of their lips along a contoured portion of one or more of the flexor arms, and pushes their lips toward the center of the flexor head connector against the resistance of the flexor arm(s). When done at regular intervals and increasing resistances, the apparatus can strengthen a patient's facial muscles and bone and reduce the cosmetic appearance of wrinkles on their face.

THERAPY DEVICE FOR TRISMUS PREVENTION AND TREATMENT

A therapy device is provided for trismus prevention and treatment, and includes a first arm hingedly connected to a second arm, and a spring device disposed therebetween to press the first and second arms apart. A pair of bite pads are provided at the ends of each of the first and second arms and are designed to be engaged by a user's teeth or gums in order to bite down on the device to exercise the user's jaw, and more specifically, the muscles of mastication.

DISPOSITIF DE RAFFERMISSEMENT DES MUSCLES DU MENTON

Vorrichtung zur Betätigung vernachlässigter Kopfmuskulatur zwecks Förderung der Durchblutung verschiedener im Kopf befindlicher Organe

Intraoral dilatation and acupoint stimulation electronic impulse therapy instrument for facial paralysis

METHOD FOR PRODUCING IMMERSIVE FOR VIRTUAL REALITY-BASED EMDR OCULOGYRATION

The present invention relates to a technology to allow a user to naturally conduct eye movement for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) to keep eyes healthy while generally using virtual reality devices. More specifically, the present invention relates to a technology to keeps eyes of a user healthy while using virtual reality devices. While the user is enjoying virtual reality content (game, music videos, movies, and video clips) using virtual reality devices, the user naturally focuses on an integrally displayed marker object during immersed in the virtual reality content on a VR screen, thereby allowing the user to practice oculogyration due to EMDR while the user does not notice. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 (AA) Start (BB) End (S110) Virtual reality reproduction identification unit identifies the provision of the virtual reality content for the virtual reality device (S120) EMDR content providing unit obtains EMDR content for eye movement to be displayed on virtual reality ...

IMPLEMENT FOR TRAINING FACIAL MUSCLE

... 안면근 단련구(21)는, 탄성판(22)과, 그 탄성판(22)의 길이 방향의 중간 위치에 마련되며, 입술에 의해서 물려지는 물림 지지부(24)를 구비하고 있다. 탄성 변형부는, 탄성판(22)과, 그 탄성판(22)의 전체 둘레면을 피복한 피복재(23)를 구비한다. 탄성판(22)의 전체가 피복되기 때문에, 외관이 뛰어날 뿐만 아니라, 사용함에 있어서는, 피복재(23)의 존재에 의해 여분의 진동의 대부분이 흡수 또는 감쇠되기 때문에, 물림 지지부(24)를 물기 쉽게 된다.

FACIAL MUSCLE TRAINING DEVICE

STRETCH EXERCISE SYSTEM

The disclosed stretch exercise system includes a waist harness, an upper limb extension unit having a right and a left upper limb elastic straps which are set symmetrically on the waist harness and has a wrist loop, a lower limb extension unit having a right and a left lower limb elastic strap units which are set symmetrically on the waist harness, two Achilles tendon retro-stretch angle units connecting with the right and the left lower limb elastic strap units respectively and two sole fastening units set thereon respectively to hold the feet of a user. When the disclosed system is operated, the static balance is reached with the force applied on the upper limb extension unit and the force applied on the Achilles tendon retro-stretch angle units by the user.

Face and lips exercise apparatus and methods of using the same

The present invention relates to apparatuses and methods for exercising the facial muscles. Specifically, the present invention relates to a series of apparatuses that may be placed against or behind a user's lips, on a user's face, under a user's chin, and/or against a user's neck. As a user performs exercises with the present invention, the corresponding facial muscles become more strengthened and toned. Toning the muscles in one's face helps to reduce wrinkles, sagging, and expression marks that have developed over time. In addition, exercising of the neck region helps strengthen the soft palate that may be useful for snore prevention or singing. The apparatuses and methods described herein may be utilized for rehabilitation for stroke victims, individuals with speech impediments and other speech pathology, may increase collagen production in the lips, and may be utilized to increase blood flow to the neck, throat and face.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ТРЕНИРОВКИ МЫШЦ ЛИЦА

Предложен инструмент (21) для тренировки мышц лица, который содержит упругую пластину (22) и орально удерживаемую губами часть (24), расположенную в среднем положении упругой пластины (22) в ее продольном направлении. Упругодеформируемая часть содержит упругую пластину (22) и покрывающий элемент (23), покрывающий всю внешнюю поверхность упругой пластины (22). Покрывающий элемент (23) не только улучшает внешний вид, но и поглощает или ослабляет большую часть избыточных колебаний во время использования, поэтому орально удерживаемую часть можно легко удерживать. 4 з.п. ф-лы, 7 ил.

АППАРАТ ДЛЯ ПРОВЕДЕНИЯ ТРЕНИРОВКИ С ЭЛЕКТРОМИОГРАФИЧЕСКОЙ И ГНАТОДИНАМОМЕТРИЧЕСКОЙ БИОЛОГИЧЕСКОЙ ОБРАТНОЙ СВЯЗЬЮ

Изобретение относится к медицинской технике. Аппарат для проведения тренировки с электромиографической и гнатодинамометрической биологической обратной связью, определения силы сокращения жевательных мышц и биоэлектрической активности жевательных мышц включает электронный гнатодинамометр, электромиограф и прибор для реализации тренинга. Аппарат содержит два гибких тонкопленочных датчика давления размещения в полости рта и тензорезистивные датчики для размещения в полости рта, а также два самоклеящихся электрода для проведения электромиографии жевательных мышц с токопроводящим гелем и переходником-кнопкой. Кроме того, аппарат содержит цифровые дисплеи, управляющее устройство с микроконтроллером, линейный понижающий регулятор напряжения с выходом 5 В, модуля питания, USB порт, USB кабель, разъем USB Туре-В, причем микроконтроллер содержит 54 цифровых входа/выхода, 16 аналоговых входов, 4 аппаратных приемопередатчика для реализации последовательных интерфейсов, кварцевый резонатор на 16 МГц ...

УТОНЧАЮЩЕЕ ЩЕКИ ПРИСПОСОБЛЕНИЕ

... 1. Утончающее щеки приспособление, которое образовано из удерживаемой одной рукой рукоятки и пары надавливающих участков с двумя ветвями, сформированных на одном конце рукоятки, причем надавливающие участки выполнены с возможностью помещения в ротовую полость между верхней десной и правой и левой щеками или между нижней десной и правой и левой щеками для приложения нагрузки к мышцам, поднимающим углы рта, или мышцам, опускающим углы рта. ! 2. Утончающее щеки приспособление по п.1, в котором утончающее щеки приспособление имеет соединение, которое соединяет рукоятку с надавливающими участками. ! 3. Утончающее щеки приспособление по п.1 или 2, в котором на рукоятке сформирован участок для захвата пальцем. ! 4. Утончающее щеки приспособление, которое содержит рукоятку, пару надавливающих участков, которые могут быть вставлены в ротовую полость между верхней десной и внутренними поверхностями правой и левой щек или между нижней десной и теми же поверхностями, и соединение, которое соединяет ...

An exercise board for toning a user's chin

A device for performing toning exercises comprising an elongate board with two handles made of a resiliently deformable compound. The board may have a central region which is padded for increased comfort in use. Alternatively a sling region may be provided to receive a users chin or other facial region. The board may have an arcuate shape which defines a semi circle such that in use the board passes around the sides of a users neck. Exercising is performed by holding the board against a users chin to provide a resistance against movement of it.

Facial exercise system

Face and neck muscle exerciser comprises frame with supports for top of head and chin, and sides with adjustable piston-type resistances

L'invention concerne un dispositif qui permet l'exercice de tous les muscles de la face te du cou en même temps. Il est constitué d'un casque rigide et triangulaire composé sur sa face interne d'un appui-tête maintenant le haut du crane, et d'une base d'appui sous mentonnière qui comprend un système de réglage de la hauteur. Sur chacun des cotes du casque se trouve un système de piston et son dispositif de réglage de la tension qui va permettre la résistance lors de l'effort.

삼킴 장애 구강 훈련장치

... 본 발명은 삼킴 장애 재활훈련 중 혀 근육 재활운동을 돕는 삼킴 장애 구강훈련장치에 관한 것으로, 삼킴 장애 구강 훈련장치를 착용한 환자가 마스크의 전면판에 위치한 위치센서에 혀를 접촉하면, 위치센서에서 혀의 터치 위치에 대응하는 감지신호를 생성하여 통신부를 통해 원격장치로 전송하고, 전송된 감지신호를 통하여 원격장치의 제어부에서 제어신호를 생성하여 원격장치에서 실행중인 재활훈련, 게임 및 이와 유사한 기능의 프로그램을 제어함으로써, 재활훈련중인 환자의 흥미를 유발하여 재활훈련의 능률을 향상시키는 장치에 관한 것이다.

Face Lift Exercise Device

A facial exercise device includes a handle, ring, tongue arm and flexible cheek arms. The device is inserted into a person's mouth and the person's cheeks are tightened against the resistance provided by the flexible cheek arms. An optional eyepiece includes connected flexible right and left eye portions and two or more protrusions extending outwardly.

Face and Lips Exercise Apparatus and Methods of Using the Same

The present invention relates to apparatuses and methods for exercising the facial muscles. Specifically, the present invention relates to a series of apparatuses that may be placed against or behind a user's lips, on a user's face, under a user's chin, and/or against a user's neck. As a user performs exercises with the present invention, the corresponding facial muscles become more strengthened and toned. Toning the muscles in one's face helps to reduce wrinkles, sagging, and expression marks that have developed over time. In addition, exercising of the neck region helps strengthen the soft palate that may be useful for snore prevention or singing. The apparatuses and methods described herein may be utilized for rehabilitation for stroke victims, individuals with speech impediments and other speech pathology, may increase collagen production in the lips, and may be utilized to increase blood flow to the neck, throat and face.

APPARATUS AND MATERIAL TO ASSIST IN EXERCISING FACIAL MUSCLES

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an apparatus and material which are used to assist in exercising facial muscles. SOLUTION: When this face mask is applied on the face skin as a liquid latex formulation, it is dried to a film having a rubber-like modulus and hardness resisting to the motions of facial muscles as in a resisting band used in domestic sporting goods. This resistance is increased by further adding the mask layers. Once a proper motion is completed, the latex mask can be simply removed only by peeling whereby soft-touch facial skin and firm and tension- feeling facial muscles are obtained. COPYRIGHT: (C)1998,JPO ...

СПОСОБ ТРЕНИРОВКИ МЫШЦ ЛИЦА И ТРЕНАЖЕР ДЛЯ ЕГО ОСУЩЕСТВЛЕНИЯ

Группа изобретений относится к области медицины, косметологии, лечебной физкультуры и может быть использовано для укрепления центральной части лица, формирования скульптурных скул, ровного овала лица, подтяжки средней и нижней трети лица. Тренажер для тренировки мышц лица состоит из рукоятки и двух ответвлений, отличающийся тем, что ответвления выполнены овальной формы, сужающимися к месту соединения с рукояткой, равноудаленными от места соединения с рукояткой, причем тренажер выполнен из эластичного силиконового полимера. Способ тренировки мышц лица осуществляют при выполнении следующих этапов: установки тренажера для тренировки мышц лица в ротовую полость таким образом, чтобы овальная форма выступов оказывала сопротивление внутри ротовой полости в области щечной мышцы; выполнении упражнений, направленных на движение щеками количестве 5-50 раз; выведении тренажера вперед за рукоятку таким образом, чтобы овальные части тренажера продолжали оказывать сопротивление внутри ротовой полости.

Trainer as lip expander for wind or brass players comprises bar with center bar as mouthpiece plus grip sleeve pulled back against enclosed compression spring.

A passage on the mouthpiece (1b) stands open to the mouth when in use and the mouthpiece can be pulled by a grip (2) via an interposed compression spring (3). The lip expander is in bar shape with a center bar (1) as mouthpiece and enclosed at one end by the encircling spring (3).The grip is in sleeve shape and partly encloses the spring whose free end is fixed in the sleeve. Spring, center bar and grip sleeve are all exchangeable to vary size and pulling forces as part of a staged training program and the center bar should be made of skin-compatible material. When used as lip trainer, weights are slung on the bar now serving as hanger simply for lip strength training.

User's body part e.g. face, stretching device for practicing e.g. health exercise, has fronto-occipital strap joining front and rear of band and transforming pressure force into traction force towards top

Dispositif d'étirement du visage et de la tête pour pratique médicale ou de bien-être. L'invention concerne un dispositif qui permet d'assouplir les rétractions musculaires. Il est principalement constitué d'un bandeau circulaire (1) constitué d'une sangle réglable qui permet d'exercer une pression qui mobilise la peau et les muscles du visage et du crâne vers le haut relié à une sangle fronto-occipitale (7) qui unit l'avant et l'arrière du bandeau, et permet de transformer les forces de pression en traction vers le haut. Le dispositif selon l'invention est particulièrement destiné aux soins du corps prodigués dans les centres de beauté, mais aussi aux soins médicaux et notamment en kinésithérapie.

JAW EXERCISER

A jaw exerciser for providing passive motion therapy such as that used to treat trismus is provided. The jaw exerciser has a user-adjustable distance between the upper jaw support and the lower jaw support. The jaw exerciser includes a shaft, a first or upper jaw support frame including a first jaw support, a second or lower jaw support frame including a second jaw support, a distance adjuster which may be in the form of a jack screw for manually adjusting the distance between the first jaw support and the second jaw support, and a retaining screw. The jack screw may be received by the second or lower jaw support frame and engage the first or upper jaw support frame. Removable bite pads may optionally be provided for installing on the first jaw support and the second jaw support.

Device for facial and neck muscles stimulation

A device configured to exercise facial and neck muscles and related methods are provided. The device operates by applying static and/or dynamic external forces to the muscles of the modiolus area of the face and related ligaments. The device includes a pair of bars that may be connected by a rotatory connection or by an expandable horizontal connection, each having a proximal and distal end. The proximal end of each bar includes a modiolus holder. The modiolus holders are shaped to partially fit within the user's mouth, and when fit to the modiolus area by the separation of the bars, brings the modiolus holders in tight contact with the modiolus area. This movement secures the insertions of the muscles attached at the modiolus, allowing these muscles to be stretched, therefore creating resistance to their contractions.

ТРЕНАЖЕР ДЛЯ ТРЕНИРОВКИ МЫШЦ ЛИЦА (ВАРИАНТЫ)

Группа изобретений относится к медицине, а именно к косметологии, лечебной физкультуре. Предложен тренажер для тренировки мышц лица, содержащий корпус и выступ на верхней части корпуса. При этом корпус имеет выгнутую форму с анатомическими изгибами по форме скул по нижней и боковым поверхностям, а выступ выполнен с изгибом вдоль горизонтальной оси и имеет форму крыла. Также предложен тренажер с указанными выше признаками, в котором на верхней части расположен выступ, выполненный в форме рогатки. Группа изобретений обеспечивает укрепление всех центральных мышц лица, больших и малых скуловых мышц, щечных мышц, носовой мышцы, мышц, поднимающих верхнюю губу, мышц, опускающих нижнюю губу, мышц, поднимающих углы рта, мышц подбородка, круговой мышцы рта, разглаживание морщин «марионеток», морщин «полумесяцев», разглаживание заломов в носогубной складке и подбородке, вытяжение всех центральных мышц лица, снятие гипертонуса, исправление асимметрии, формирование правильного контура губ, формирование ...

Tool for treating orofacial myofunctional disorders

A tool 1 for treating orofacial myofunctional disorders comprising an elongate body 2 comprising a rounded first end 3 and a bifurcated second end 4. Also disclosed is a kit of parts for treating orofacial myofunctional disorders comprising a plurality of tools being substantially the same 3-D shape but having different aspect ratio dimensions. The tool may comprise a central handle section 5 extending in a plane 6, a first end section 7 comprising the rounded end 3 extending away from a first side 8 of the plane 6, at a first angle, and a second end section 10 comprising the bifurcated end 4 extending away from a second side 11 of the plane 6 at a second angle; and the second bifurcated end 4 may have an axially extending indentation 21 such that a pair of spaced apart rounded prongs 22, 23 are formed. The tool may have an upper surface 12 carrying indicia forming a first measurement scale 22 and a lower surface 14 carrying indicia forming a second measuring scale 25.

Implement for training facial muscle

An implement (21) for training facial muscle, comprising an elastic plate (22) and a mouth-held section (24) provided at an intermediate position in the length direction of this elastic plate (22) and held by the lips. An elastic deformation section comprises the elastic plate (22) and a covering material (23) that covers the entire circumferential surface of this elastic plate (22). As a result of the entire elastic plate (22) being covered, the implement has an excellent external appearance and the mouth-held section (24) is easy to hold in the mouth because a lot of excess vibration is absorbed or dampened during use, due to the presence of the covering material (23).

IMPLEMENT FOR TRAINING FACIAL MUSCLE

An implement (21) for training facial muscle, comprising an elastic plate (22) and a mouth-held section (24) provided at an intermediate position in the length direction of this elastic plate (22) and held by the lips. An elastic deformation section comprises the elastic plate (22) and a covering material (23) that covers the entire circumferential surface of this elastic plate (22). As a result of the entire elastic plate (22) being covered, the implement has an excellent external appearance and the mouth-held section (24) is easy to hold in the mouth because a lot of excess vibration is absorbed or dampened during use, due to the presence of the covering material (23).

CHIN MUSCLE TONIFIER

Un outil de tonification des muscles du menton, du cou, de la mâchoire, des joues, à partir de la contraction desdits muscles lorsque l'usager exécute le mouvement d'ouvrir et de fermer la bouche, comprenant un anneau élastique rembourré encerclant le visage du haut de la tête jusqu'à sous le menton, auquel sont attachées des ceintures à la hauteur du front, au-dessus des oreilles à la hauteur des yeux, en-dessous des oreilles à la hauteur des pommettes, sur les joues à la hauteur du menton; convergeant à un noeud porte-ceinture à la hauteur de la nuque, bouclées chacune à l'une de leurs extrémités à un puissant élastique attaché à l'un des flancs de l'anneau élastique.

THERAPY DEVICE FOR TRISMUS PREVENTION AND TREATMENT

A therapy device is provided for trismus prevention and treatment, and includes a first arm hingedly connected to a second arm, and a spring device disposed therebetween to press the first and second arms apart. A pair of bite pads are provided at the ends of each of the first and second arms and are designed to be engaged by a user's teeth or gums in order to bite down on the device to exercise the user's jaw, and more specifically, the muscles of mastication.

Stretch exercise system

A stretch exercise system includes a waist harness, an upper limb extension unit having a right and a left upper limb elastic straps which are set symmetrically on the waist harness, a wrist loop, a lower limb extension unit having a right and a left lower limb elastic strap units which are set symmetrically on the waist harness, two Achilles tendon retro-stretch angle units connecting with the right and the left lower limb elastic strap units respectively, and two sole fastening units set thereon respectively to hold feet of a user. When the system is operated, a static balance is reached with a force applied on the upper limb extension unit and a force applied on the Achilles tendon retro-stretch angle units by the user.

ТРЕНАЖЕР ДЛЯ МЫШЦ ЛИЦА И ШЕИ

Полезная модель относится к медицине и предназначена для укрепления двенадцати лицевых мышц; устранения носогубных складок и разглаживания кожи по всему лицу, удаления морщинок вокруг глаз и создания утонченного овала лица. Задачей, решаемой в полезной модели, является нормализация сократительной функция мимических и жевательных мышц лица, а также мышц шеи (над- и подподъязычных поверхностях), обеспечивающая косметический эффект лифтинга за счет ускорения тока лимфы в поверхностных сосудах лица и слизистых оболочек рта и полости носа; кроме того достигается восстановление/нормализация кровотока челюстно-лицевой области у пациентов с ишемическими и геморрагическими нарушениями. Тренажер позволяет проводить профилактику образования конкрементов слюнных желез и стимуляцию слюноотделения за счет опосредованной стимуляции слюнных желез при напряжении мышц дна полости рта и собственно жевательной. Для реализации указанных возможностей, тренажер для мышц лица и шеи, выполняют в виде капы, представляющей ...

СПОСОБ ТРЕНИРОВКИ МЫШЦ ЛИЦА (ВАРИАНТЫ) И ТРЕНАЖЕР ДЛЯ ЕГО ОСУЩЕСТВЛЕНИЯ (ВАРИАНТЫ)

Группа изобретений относится к области медицины, косметологии, лечебной физкультуры и может быть использована для укрепления мышц лица и шеи. Тренажер для тренировки мышц лица (вариант 1) имеет плоскую форму, причем боковые части, предназначенные для удержания тренажера руками, выполнены утолщенными. Одна из сторон тренажера имеет анатомическую форму надбровных дуг с выступом на зону межбровья, а на второй стороне тренажера выполнен V-образный вырез. Во втором варианте одна из поверхностей тренажера оснащена текстильной основой и по крайней мере одним липким элементом для стягивания тренажера. Способ тренировки мышц лица по первому варианту исполнения состоит из следующих этапов: установка тренажера для тренировки мышц на лобную часть лица, удержание тренажера по бокам за утолщенные части таким образом, чтобы создавалось натяжение и тренажер жестко фиксировал кожу в месте расположения тренажера, выполнение упражнений, направленных на работу лобной мышцы, мышцы гордецов, мышцы сморщивающей ...

Facial exercise system

Therapy device for trismus prevention and treatment

A therapy device is provided for trismus prevention and treatment, and includes a first arm hingedly connected to a second arm, and a spring device disposed therebetween to press the first and second arms apart. A pair of bite pads are provided at the ends of each of the first and second arms and are designed to be engaged by a user's teeth or gums in order to bite down on the device to exercise the user's jaw, and more specifically, the muscles of mastication.

안면근 단련구

... 좌우의 암(31)의 단부에 웨이트부(25)가 마련된다. 양 암(31)의 사이에는 입술에 의해서 물려지는 물림 지지부(24)가 마련된다. 이 물림 지지부(24)가 6.50헤르츠 미만의 진동수로 상하 방향으로 흔들린 경우에 상기 암(31)이 공진된다. 따라서, 웨이트부(25)의 하중을 물림 지지부(24)에 대한 부하로서 작용시켜, 안면근에 대한 단련 효과가 얻어진다.

ПРИСПОСОБЛЕНИЕ ДЛЯ ТРЕНИРОВКИ ЛИЦЕВОЙ МЫШЦЫ

Augenmuskel-Trainingsgerät

Exercise device for facial muscles

Exercising devices for jaw muscles comprise resilient biassing means. In a device for enhancing opening power of the jaw (Figure 4), a band 66 engages the user's head and a pad 80 engages under the user's chin. The band and pad are linked by a tension spring 84. In a device for improving bite (Figure 1) the device can be clenched between the teeth. The biassing means can be adjustable - nut 36, (90).

NECK EXERCISE DEVICE

안면근 단련구

... 좌우의 암(31)의 단부에 웨이트부(25)가 마련된다. 양 암(31)의 사이에는 입술에 의해서 물려지는 물림 지지부(24)가 마련된다. 이 물림 지지부(24)가 6.50헤르츠 미만의 진동수로 상하 방향으로 흔들린 경우에 상기 암(31)이 공진된다. 따라서, 웨이트부(25)의 하중을 물림 지지부(24)에 대한 부하로서 작용시켜, 안면근에 대한 단련 효과가 얻어진다.

MUSCLE EXERCISING DEVICE FOR TONIFYING AND FIRMING UP THE FACE, NECK AND SKIN

Muscle exercising device for tonifying and firming up the face, neck and skin, consisting in a cloth which is fitted around the skull using a velcro strip and means which are fixed to the ends of said strip able to keep joined together all the way around, from side to side, cloth strips in segments so as to adapt to the skull and withstand the force exerted downwards and withstood by two velcro strips each joined on either side; these velcro strips support and adapt to the extent required with means which also support elastic elements which at the other end are also fixed to other means and which at the other end fix a strip of cloth which is joined to the other similar section extending from the other side. A cover prevents friction between the strips and elastic elements and skin. The operating principle is as follows: the section which fits around the skull and the section of the ties with covers which fits around the bottom jaw and/or chin exert a force against the jaws, which are pressed ...

Tongue pressure strengthening training device and tongue pressure strengthening training method

A device includes: a controller that converts a pressure value detected by a pressure detector into visual or aural lingual pressure information changed depending on a magnitude of the pressure value; and an information output unit, such as a buzzer and a color display LED, that outputs the lingual pressure information in response to a signal from the controller. The information output unit outputs lingual pressure information different depending on a pressing force applied on an elastic balloon by a tongue, allowing users such as patients and elderly people to continue a training without being bored.

Method of exercising ocular muscles

Facial muscle exerciser

IMPLEMENT FOR TRAINING FACIAL MUSCLE

DEVICE FOR TRAINING OF FACE, LIP AND THROAT MUSCLES

A device for therapeutic use is disclosed, the device comprising a rigid screen (1) that is insertable behind the upper and lower lips of a user's mouth, the screen having a compound curvature and in a horizontal plane generally U-shaped profile, and in a vertical plane a convexo-concave cross-sectional profile that is gradually flattening from a central mid region towards the left and right ends (12, 13) thereof, the ends extended to reach at least past the premolar teeth on each side in the upper and lower jaws of the user when applied. A handle is attached to extend forward from a central mid region in the convex front face of the screen, the handle comprising a rigid stem (2) projecting from the front face at a neutral angle with respect to upper (5) and lower (6) halves of the screen (1), diverging from the stem in the vertical view.

THRESHOLD-LOAD TRAINER APPARATUS FOR MUSCLES OF THE TONGUE, THROAT AND UPPER RESPIRATORY PATHWAY AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA AND OTHER DISORDERS

Devices and methods for training the tongue and other muscles of the throat and upper respiratory airway to alleviate symptoms of snoring and the Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) are provided. A threshold-load trainer, or similar device, having a biased tongue resistance pad is used for strengthening the muscles of the tongue to inhibit narrowing or obstruction of the upper respiratory airway, particularly during a state of relaxation or sleep. The threshold-load trainer embodiments of the subject invention can specifically target the genioglossus muscle under the tongue (the major tongue protruder) and other muscles of the throat and upper respiratory pathway, so as to improve the strengthen muscle tonus.

APPARATUS FOR STRENGTHENING FACIAL BONES AND MUSCLE IN COSMETIC, STROKE, AND IDIOPATHIC FACIAL PARALYSIS PATIENTS AND METHODS OF USE

A facial exercise apparatus for facial muscle and bone resistance training and method of use. The facial exercise apparatus includes one or more flexor arms and a mouthpiece stabilizer, each connected to a flexor head connector. The flexor arm(s) extend upward, downward, left or right from the flexor head connector, have contours to place the patient's lips, and provide a resistance force outward from the flexor head connector. In use, a patient places and bites down upon the mouthpiece stabilizer, places a portion of their lips along a contoured portion of one or more of the flexor arms, and pushes their lips toward the center of the flexor head connector against the resistance of the flexor arm(s). When done at regular intervals and increasing resistances, the apparatus can strengthen a patient's facial muscles and bone and reduce the cosmetic appearance of wrinkles on their face.

Mask for exercising facial muscles

A facial exercise mask includes an externally convex mask body made of an elastic two-way stretch cloth material. A central face portion has holes for eyes, nose and mouth of the wearer. Massive lead or omnium weights are enclosed in pockets secured inside the mask at b row, temple, cheek, nose and chin portions. A sanitary, flexible removable liner may be inserted inside the mask body. The mask body may be held in place by separate, adjustable head and chin straps, or by a single wide elastic strap engaging the back of the wearer's head.

ORAL CARE DEVICE ADAPTED TO REDUCE GAG REFLEX

Exercise device

Cheek-thinning instrument

THERAPY DEVICE FOR TRISMUS PREVENTION AND TREATMENT

A therapy device is provided for trismus prevention and treatment, and includes a first arm hingedly connected to a second arm, and a spring device disposed therebetween to press the first and second arms apart. A pair of bite pads are provided at the ends of each of the first and second arms and are designed to be engaged by a user's teeth or gums in order to bite down on the device to exercise the user's jaw, and more specifically, the muscles of mastication.

fACE MUSCULATUREgYMNASTIC APPARATUS ON THE

Dynamic oral-exercise method

A method of correcting parafunctional behavior of the mandibular complex by engaging in a vertical measurement of the mouth followed by stretching open the mouth even further at least once followed by inserting an anti-occluding device between the teeth and retaining it there for a pre-determined period of time then removing it and stretching the mouth wide open at least once. This method also may entail placing the tongue on the roof of the mouth [defined as the N-position] and keeping it there while opening and closing the mouth several times after which the mouth is opened to its maximum extent and then closed until the lips touch but the teeth do not touch. This position and the N-position are maintained for as long as possible and performed several times daily.

Therapy Device For Trismus Prevention And Treatment

A therapy device is provided for trismus prevention and treatment, and includes a first arm hingedly connected to a second arm, and a spring device disposed therebetween to press the first and second arms apart. A pair of bite pads are provided at the ends of each of the first and second arms and are designed to be engaged by a user's teeth or gums in order to bite down on the device to exercise the user's jaw, and more specifically, the muscles of mastication.

A toner

Exercise device

Cheek-thinning instrument

FACIAL EXERCISE METHOD AND APPARATUS WITH VIBRATION COMPONENT

A facial exercising method and apparatus are provided. The apparatus has a generally rigid Y-shaped body with a handle portion and a pair of upwardly extending, spaced apart arm members. Each arm member has a face engaging pad. These pads can be placed against the user's face proximate to a muscle group to be exercised. The selected facial muscle group can be contracted and released while the pads are held in place to exercise the selected muscles with resistance. An optional vibration circuit for the apparatus is also provided.

Facial exercise system

The disclosure relates to a system and method for facial exercises, for example for use in treatments for rehabilitation of stroke patients. Embodiments disclosed include a facial exercise system (100), comprising: a camera (101); a computer ( 103) connected to the camera (101); and a video display (102) connected to the computer (103), wherein the computer ( 103) is configured to: indicate a facial expression to a user whose face is in view of the camera (101), the facial expression being defined by a combination of facial gestures with an associated target score for each facial gesture; acquire image data from the camera (101); analyse the acquired image data to identify facial gestures of the user's face using a facial recognition algorithm, the facial recognition algorithm producing a score for each identified facial gesture; calculate a score for the facial expression based on a comparison of the score for each identified facial gesture with the target score of the corresponding facial ...

CHIN MUSCLE REJUVENATOR

The invention of a "Chin Muscle Rejuvenator" by Sheila Maher a Yoga and Aerobic professor is the first available exereciser on the market to eliminate the loose skin or double chin syndrome. It has an important advantage of controlling and maintaining pressure consistency against the chin muscles during the entire exercise. All previous exercises such as the rotating ball, back of the hand or index finger lacks pressure consistency for muscle toning during the exercise. The "Chin Muscle Rejuvenator" will cut down enormously the time required in obtaining results of double-chin disapearance and the maintenance of muscle toning.

FACIAL EXERCISE DEVICE AND METHOD

A facial exercise device permits different muscle groups in a user's face to be exercised. The devices includes an elastic strap assembly configured to grip a user's head, and a pair of pad assemblies that contact the user's face. The strap assembly preferably defines tensioned strap junctions that press the pad assemblies firmly against the user's face. Each junction is formed by three lengths of strap that radiate in different angular directions so that lateral forces applied by the straps to the pad tend to cancel. The pad assemblies displace along tensioned straps to permit positioning to accommodate different users and to exercise different muscle groups.

IMPLEMENT FOR TRAINING FACIAL MUSCLE

An implement for training facial muscle, having weighted sections (25) provided at the end of left and right arms (31). A mouth-held section (24) that is held by the lips is provided between both arms (31). The arms (31) resonate when this mouth-held section (24) is vibrated in the vertical direction at a frequency of less than 6.50 hertz. Accordingly, the weight of the weighted sections (25) acts as a load on the mouth-held section (24) and a facial muscle training effect is obtained.

연하장애 개선용 밴드

... 개시된 내용은 자체 탄력을 갖으며 벨크로가 양단에 구비된 밴드본체가 환자의 두상에 착용 됨으로써 피부질환 발생 없이 반복적인 착용이 가능함은 물론 장력조절이 매우 용이하며, 밴드본체의 내부면 후방에 설골 상부 근육부위가 가압되는 가압패치가 구비됨에 따라 설근 상부에 선택적 압력을 가해질 수 있어 연하장애가 효과적으로 개선될 수 있는 연하장애 개선용 밴드에 관한 것이다. 개시된 내용의 일 실시 예에 따른 연하장애 개선용 밴드는 두정엽부터 턱하방까지 환자 두상에 수직방향으로 감싸지도록 착용되되 착용시 장력이 가해질 수 있도록 탄성 복원력을 갖는 밴드본체와, 환자의 설골 상부 근육부위가 가압 될 수 있도록 상기 밴드본체의 내면 후방에 부착 구비되는 가압패치가 포함된다.

안면근 단련구

... 좌우의 암(31)의 단부에 웨이트부(25)가 마련된다. 양 암(31)의 사이에는 입술에 의해서 물려지는 물림 지지부(24)가 마련된다. 이 물림 지지부(24)가 6.50헤르츠 미만의 진동수로 상하 방향으로 흔들린 경우에 상기 암(31)이 공진된다. 따라서, 웨이트부(25)의 하중을 물림 지지부(24)에 대한 부하로서 작용시켜, 안면근에 대한 단련 효과가 얻어진다.

Exercise apparatus for the jaw and facial muscles

A portable exercise apparatus to condition facial muscles of a user to improve health, quality and physicality of the mandibular area, double chin, and jaw line using repetitive and continuous movements. The apparatus tones the facial muscles and movements of the lower part of the face including the mandibular area, double chin, and jaw line with the use of removable weights. The apparatus contains two individual parts made of flexible fabric with unique shape and curves that interlock to form one exercise apparatus.

Therapy device for trismus prevention and treatment

A therapy device is provided for trismus prevention and treatment, and includes a first arm hingedly connected to a second arm, and a spring device disposed therebetween to press the first and second arms apart. A pair of bite pads are provided at the ends of each of the first and second arms and are designed to be engaged by a user's teeth or gums in order to bite down on the device to exercise the user's jaw, and more specifically, the muscles of mastication.

Implement for training facial muscle

A weight member (25) is provided at the respective end of each the left and right arms (31). A biting member (24) is provided between both arms (31) for being bitten with the user's lips. The arms (31) are in a resonant motion with the biting member (24) being vibrated vertically in a vibration frequency of no more than 6.50Hz. Accordingly, the load of the weight members (25) can act thereon with respect to the load of the biting member (24) so as to obtain the effect of training facial muscle.

FACIAL EXERCISE DEVICE AND METHOD

A facial exercise device permits different muscle groups in a user's face to be exercised. The device includes an elastic strap assembly configured to grip a user's head, and a pair of pad assemblies that contact the user's face. The strap assembly preferably defines tensioned strap junctions that press the pad assemblies firmly against the user's face. Each junction is formed by three lengths of strap that radiate in different angular directions so that lateral forces applied by the straps to the pad tend to cancel. The pad assemblies displace along tensioned straps to permit positioning to accommodate different users and to exercise different muscle groups.

Facial exercise mask

A face exercising device comprising: a stretchable mask having a central aperture for a wearer's face; two connectable top straps connectable behind the wearer's head for securing the top to the wearer's forehead; two connectable bottom straps for attaching the mask to the wearer's chin; and a top strap affixed to the top of the mask for attaching to the back of the wearer's head.

Implement for training facial muscle

An implement for training facial muscle, having weighted sections (25) provided at the end of left and right arms (31). A mouth-held section (24) that is held by the lips is provided between both arms (31). The arms (31) resonate when this mouth-held section (24) is vibrated in the vertical direction at a frequency of less than 6.50 hertz. Accordingly, the weight of the weighted sections (25) acts as a load on the mouth-held section (24) and a facial muscle training effect is obtained.

Facial mask for use in effecting isometric toning of facial muscles

A facial mask for use in effecting isometric toning of facial muscles comprises a plurality of shaped pressure applicators located to overlie the termination points of selected facial muscles, and an expansible chamber located such that when the chamber is expanded, it causes the pressure applicators to apply pressure to the termination points of the selected facial muscles. The facial mask may further include a mouthpiece to be received in the user's mouth and to be bitingly engaged by the user's teeth for anchoring the user's mastication muscles and for tensioning the user's facial muscles around the lips during use of the device. The pressure applicators may also include surface electrodes for sensing EMG (electromyogram) signals produced by the muscles to provide an indication of whether the proper muscles are being exercised.

Chin and face toning strap

A chin and face toning strap including an elongated strap portion dimensioned for wrapping underneath a chin and atop head of a user. The elongated strap portion is constructed of an elastic material. The strap portion has a chin portion that is positionable under the chin of the user. The strap portion has opposed cheek portions positionable against cheeks of the user. A pair of magnets are secured within the cheek portions of the elongated strap portion.

Verbesserter Gesichtsmuskeltrainer

Gesichtsmuskeltrainer (1) zum Trainieren der Gesichtsmuskeln einer Person, umfassend eine C-förmige Klammer mit zwei Schenkeln (2, 3), welche durch ein Verbindungsstück (4) miteinander verbunden sind, sowie zwei an den Enden der Schenkel (3, 4) angeordnete Beißflächen (5, 6), dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Gesichtsmuskeltrainer (1) an mindestens einem der beiden Schenkel (2, 3) mindestens eine in Längsrichtung des Schenkels (2, 3) verlaufende Rippe (7) aufweist, welche die Steifigkeit des Schenkels (2, 3) erhöht.

Exercise Device

Facial muscle training device

Jaw exercise device

A method of exercise utilizing a jaw exercise device specifically configured to exercise the muscles of mastication and their auxiliaries comprising an upper head band having two pair of fastening members extending outwardly from the side surface thereof, a chin strap having an attachment member attached to opposite ends thereof and a pair of elastic coupling members to interconnect the two pair of fastening members to the corresponding attachment members such that the upper head band is secured to the upper portion of the user's head and the chin strap is placed on the user's chin whereby each attachment member is coupled to the corresponding fastening member to attach the chin strap to the head band securing the jaw exercise device to the user's head and jaw whereby the user exercises the muscles of mastication and their auxiliaries by repetitively opening and closing his/her jaw.

FACE LIFT EXERCISE DEVICE

A facial exercise device includes a handle, ring, tongue arm and flexible cheek arms. The device is inserted into a person's mouth and the person's cheeks are tightened against the resistance provided by the flexible cheek arms. An optional eyepiece includes connected flexible right and left eye portions and two or more protrusions extending outwardly.

APPARATUS FOR STRENGTHENING FACIAL BONES AND MUSCLE IN COSMETIC, STROKE, AND IDIOPATHIC FACIAL PARALYSIS PATIENTS AND METHODS OF USE

A facial exercise apparatus for facial muscle and bone resistance training and method of use. The facial exercise apparatus includes one or more flexor arms and a mouthpiece stabilizer, each connected to a flexor head connector. The flexor arm(s) extend upward, downward, left or right from the flexor head connector, have contours to place the patient's lips, and provide a resistance force outward from the flexor head connector. In use, a patient places and bites down upon the mouthpiece stabilizer, places a portion of their lips along a contoured portion of one or more of the flexor arms, and pushes their lips toward the center of the flexor head connector against the resistance of the flexor arm(s). When done at regular intervals and increasing resistances, the apparatus can strengthen a patient's facial muscles and bone and reduce the cosmetic appearance of wrinkles on their face.

APPARATUS FOR STRENGTHENING FACIAL BONES AND MUSCLE IN COSMETIC, STROKE, AND IDIOPATHIC FACIAL PARALYSIS PATIENTS AND METHODS OF USE

A facial exercise apparatus for facial muscle and bone resistance training and method of use. The facial exercise apparatus includes one or more flexor arms and a mouthpiece stabilizer, each connected to a flexor head connector. The flexor arm(s) extend upward, downward, left or right from the flexor head connector, have contours to place the patient's lips, and provide a resistance force outward from the flexor head connector. In use, a patient places and bites down upon the mouthpiece stabilizer, places a portion of their lips along a contoured portion of one or more of the flexor arms, and pushes their lips toward the center of the flexor head connector against the resistance of the flexor arm(s). When done at regular intervals and increasing resistances, the apparatus can strengthen a patient's facial muscles and bone and reduce the cosmetic appearance of wrinkles on their face.

Implement for training facial muscle

MOUTHPIECE FOR CRANIAL SUTURE MOVEMENT

A mouthpiece for cranial suture movement is disclosed. The present invention comprises a protrusion formed on at least a part of the upper surface and/or lower surface of the mouthpiece so as to be pressed by the tooth of a user, wherein the protrusion is formed on at least a part of either the left or right side of the contact surface with the tooth pressing the mouthpiece. The present invention is configured such that the selective movement of cranial sutures becomes possible, and thus a physical stimulus can be selectively applied to a specific portion of the brain.

FACIAL EXERCISE DEVICE AND METHOD

A facial exercise device permits different muscle groups in a user's face to be exercised. The device includes an elastic strap assembly configured to grip a user's head, and a pair of pad assemblies that contact the user's face. The strap assembly preferably defines tensioned strap junctions that press the pad assemblies firmly against the user's face. Each junction is formed by three lengths of strap that radiate in different angular directions so that lateral forces applied by the straps to the pad tend to cancel. The pad assemblies displace along tensioned straps to permit positioning to accommodate different users and to exercise different muscle groups.

Face tools

Tool for tonifying face and neck muscles, extending in a longitudinal direction (X-X) corresponding to the lengthwise dimension of the tool, transverse dimension (Y-Y) corresponding to a widthwise dimension of the tool and vertical direction (Z-Z) corresponding to the thickness of the tool, comprising: a container (10;110) comprising several single housings (11;111); —a series of weights (20;120), each singly contained inside a respective housing of the container (10;110).

설압 강화 트레이닝 장치 및 설압 강화 트레이닝 방법

... 압력 검지부(5)에서 검지된 압력값의 크기에 따라서 변화되는 시각이나 청각으로 이루어지는 설압 정보로 변환되는 제어부(722)와, 제어부(722)로부터의 신호에 근거하여 설압 정보를 출력하는 정보 출력부로서의 버저(73) 및 컬러 표시용 LED(37)를 구비하였다. 혀로 탄성 벌룬을 가압하는 힘에 따라서 정보 출력부에서 출력되는 설압 정보가 상위하므로, 환자나 고령자 등의 사용자는 질리는 일없이 트레이닝을 계속할 수 있다.

Facial exercise aid for the face, neck and jaw

A method of toning facial muscles causing a smoothing and lifting of facial contours by selectively exercising certain face, neck and jaw muscles. The method comprises securing a weighted band around the head, contracting selected groups of facial muscles, and then repeatedly raising and lowering the head while in a generally horizontal position.

Device and method used for monitoring mouth and face muscle training

안면근 단련구

... 좌우의 암(31)의 단부에 웨이트부(25)가 마련된다. 양 암(31)의 사이에는 입술에 의해서 물려지는 물림 지지부(24)가 마련된다. 이 물림 지지부(24)가 6.50헤르츠 미만의 진동수로 상하 방향으로 흔들린 경우에 상기 암(31)이 공진된다. 따라서, 웨이트부(25)의 하중을 물림 지지부(24)에 대한 부하로서 작용시켜, 안면근에 대한 단련 효과가 얻어진다.

Face Lift Exercise Device

A facial exercise device includes a handle, ring, tongue arm and flexible cheek arms. The device is inserted into a person's mouth and the person's cheeks are tightened against the resistance provided by the flexible cheek arms. An optional eyepiece includes connected flexible right and left eye portions and two or more protrusions extending outwardly.

Facial exercise mask

A face exercising device comprising: a stretchable mask having a central aperture for a wearer's face; two connectable top straps connectable behind the wearer's head for securing the top to the wearer's forehead; two connectable bottom straps for attaching the mask to the wearer's chin; and a top strap affixed to the top of the mask for attaching to the back of the wearer's head.

Gesichtsmuskeltrainer

Beweglicher Gesichtsmuskeltrainer, (Binde)Gewebetrainer durch/mit Vibrationstechnik (Vibrationsköpfen/Modulen aller Art, Form, Konsistenz), zur Muskelstärkung der Gesichtsmuskulatur/Gewebes, Durchblutung; Gerät auch mit verschieden Aufsatzmodulen aller Arten, Formen, Konsistenzen zur Kombination mit Übungen für Gesichtsgymnastik/Gesichtsmuskelanspannung oder auch allein anwendbar. Ein zusätzlicher erwünschter Gegendruck kann nicht nur durch die Muskulatur/Gewebe sondern eventuell auch, oder zusätzlich mittels eines Handgeräts oder eines elektrisch variabel einstellbaren Gegendruckgeräts/Gegendruckmoduls (z. B. auch im Mund) variabel auf den zu stärkenden Muskel/Gewebebereich ausgeübt werden. Das Gegendruckmodul kann auch vibrationstechnisch ausgestattet sein.

부정교합방지 및 구호흡 개선용 입술근육 강화장치

... 본 발명은, 윗입술 하부에 위치하도록 사용자의 입에 삽입 배치되며, 저면에는 제1전극이 형성된 상부판, 아랫입술 상부에 위치하도록 사용자의 입에 삽입 배치되며, 상면에는 제2전극이 형성된 하부판, 사용자의 입술 외측에 밀착 배치되며, 상부판 선단 및 하부판 선단을 각각 연결상태로 지지하면서 상부판과 하부판이 상호 이격되게 하는 외측지지판, 제1전극 및 제2전극에 연결되며, 사용자가 윗입술과 아랫입술로 상부판과 하부판을 눌러 제1전극과 제2전극이 접촉시, 사용자의 입이 다물어진 상태임을 인지할 수 있게 하는 가압인지부를 포함하는 부정교합방지 및 구호흡 개선용 입술근육 강화장치를 제공한다. 이와 같은, 부정교합방지 및 구호흡 개선용 입술근육 강화장치는, 사용자 입의 윗입술과 아랫입술 사이에 상부판 및 하부판을 배치한 후, 사용자가 입을 다물어 윗입술과 아랫입술로 상부판 및 하부판을 밀 경우, 제1전극과 제2전극을 접촉시켜 사용자의 입이 다물어진 상태를 인지할 수 있게 하면서 입술근육의 운동효과를 효율적으로 증대시킨다.

Facial muscle training device

FACE TOOLS

Tool for tonifying face and neck muscles, extending in a longitudinal direction (X-X) corresponding to the lengthwise dimension of the tool, transverse dimension (Y-Y) corresponding to a widthwise dimension of the tool and vertical direction (Z-Z) corresponding to the thickness of the tool, comprising: a container (10; 110) comprising several single housings (11; 111);—a series of weights (20; 120), each singly contained inside a respective housing of the container (10; 110).

Тренировочное устройство для развития ягодичных мышц и мышц ног

Полезная модель относится к области спорта, атлетической подготовки, спортивного оборудования и может быть использована для развития ягодичных мышц и мышц ног. Тренировочное устройство для развития ягодичных мышц и мышц ног включает полый короб 1, верхнюю 2 и нижнюю плиту 3 (фиг. 1), на которых закреплены жестко четыре вертикальные направляющие 4, по которым перемещается (вверх-вниз) платформа 5, на которую снизу спортсмен 6 опирается голеностопами, лежа на спине на съемной лежанке 7, изготовленной из различных по плотности материалов (мягкой, средней и жесткой). К платформе 5 закреплена гибкая тяга 8, которая связана с механизмом создания сопротивления нагрузке, который включает электродвигатель постоянного тока 9, на одном валу 10 с которым установлен канатоведущий шкив 11, снабженный гибкой тягой 8; регулируемый источник тока 12, подключенный к входу электродвигателя 9, и задающий элемент 13, соединенный с регулируемым источником тока 12. Регулируемый источник тока 12 выполнен в виде нереверсивного управляемого тиристорного выпрямителя, а задающий элемент 13 выполнен в виде потенциометра. При этом пульт управления вместе с цифровым индикатором 14 размещен на консоли 15, прикрепленной к верхней плите 2. Между верхней и нижней плитами закреплена стойка 16, с прикрепленными к ней опорными элементами 17. Она предназначена для установки платформы на заданную высоту с учетом антропометрических (длиной ног) особенностей спортсмена 6 или, в случае необходимости, остановки движения платформы (тренировочный эффект или в экстренном случае). Вращение стойки вокруг своей оси осуществляется путем смешения рычага 18, закрепленного к стойке 16. Свободное вращение стойки 16 вокруг своей оси при помощи рычага 18 обеспечивается при помощи опорных подшипников 20, вмонтированных в верхней 21 и нижней 22 опорах, закрепленных к верхней 3 и нижней 2 плитам (фиг. 2). В нижней части платформы 5 в районе постановки голеностопов закреплен тензодатчик 19. Он соединен с пультом управления ...

Massage roller

A massage roller includes a generally resilient roller body and a plurality of massage zones having various densities provided on the roller body.

Physical exercise apparatus

Physical exercise apparatus, comprising a support base, a vertical structure comprising at least one articulated joint, a support frame to which there are coupled a member for association with a user's body, and at least two articulated arms which are connected to said support frame so as to be able to pivot in several directions.

Manual driving device having functions of turning input direction and generating identification sound

The present invention discloses a manpower-driven device having a particular man-power driven device being able to do bi-directional rotational input having its output ends for providing output to the input ends of the constant rotating direction output transmission device, while the constant rotating direction output is used to drive the loading wheel train via the output end of the constant rotating direction output transmission device, wherein the direction of the driving input can be freely selected by the user, and it is characterized in that being provided with a function of generating identification sound for the driving rotating direction during the riding period.

Pull-up bar

An apparatus for exercising the upper body, including a frame and handles. The frame is formed with a bar and a connection assembly. Two handles slide in their respective half of the bar using rollers, or bearings. The handles may also swing, or swivel for a greater range of motion. This apparatus can be mounted over a door or on a wall for pull-ups, on a floor mount for push-ups, or on an exercise apparatus with a pulley system for shoulder presses. The exercise apparatus is designed to more effectively work out the large muscle groups of the back and arms.

Turn and burn exercise systems

A turn and burn exercise device comprising a frame assembly (including a periphery ring; and a plurality of frame rails); a rotation assembly (including at least one bushing and at least one bearing); a sphere having an inner volume; an inner surface; and an outer surface; and at least one ball. The turn and burn exercise device when operated during an exercise routine may or may not contact a ground surface. The turn and Burn exercise device allows users to burn calories and fat at relatively consistent rates throughout workout sessions. The longer the ball is in motion, the more calories and fat users may burn. The ball may also be used on the floor for push-ups and extensive core workouts. Different amounts of weight can be applied to the turn and burn exercise device as necessary to achieve desired results.

System and Method for Pain Reduction

Systems and methods for treating pain are described. Systems and methods for treating pain using video games, tilt tables and bio-sensors are described wherein the level of the video game is controlled by a computer based on the feedback from a patient. Corresponding systems are also disclosed.

Gym equipment or machine for improved mechanical neuromuscular stimulation

The invention concerns an apparatus ( 1, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140 ) for physical exercises, comprising at least one element ( 2, 4, 4′, 23, 23′, 34, 34′, 55, 55′, 57, 57′, 65, 65′, 67, 75, 76, 80, 96, 96′, 105, 105′, 112, 114, 114′, 124, 124′, 125, 126, 133, 134, 137, 141, 141 ′) capable to interact with a user during the execution of a physical exercise, characterising in that it comprises vibrating means ( 5, 6, 11, 12, 78, 85, 97, 106, 116, 116′, 117 ) capable to produce at least one mechanical vibration of said at least one element.

Training system

A training system for training of part of a trainee's body includes a training machine, a control device controlling the training machine, and a display unit displaying a game screen. The training machine imposes a load on the trainee, with an MR-fluid load generating unit using MR fluid, which has viscosity varying with a magnetic field strength. The load is calculated on the basis of a target load and a relationship between the current in the MR-fluid load generating unit and the load generated by the MR-fluid load generating unit. The control device produces the game screen in correspondence with the trainee's training motion detected by a displacement detection sensor, and makes the display unit display the game screen, while controlling the load in the training machine.

Adaptive exercise profile apparatus and method of use thereof

The invention comprises a method and/or an apparatus using computer configured exercise equipment and an electric motor. A computer-controlled robotic resistance system is used for training, diagnosis and/or therapy. The resistance system comprises: a subject interface, software control, a controller, an electric servo assist/resist motor, an actuator, and/or a subject sensor. The system overcomes the limitations of the existing robotic rehabilitation, weight training, and cardiovascular training systems by providing a training and/or rehabilitation system that adapts a resistance or force applied to a user interactive element in response to the user's interaction with the training system, a physiological strength curve, and/or sensor feedback. For example, the system optionally provides for an automatic reconfiguration and/or adaptive load adjustment based upon real time measurement of a user's interaction with the system or sensor based observation by the exercise system as it is operated by the subject.

Method and apparatus for electronically controlled resistance in exercise equipment

A system for controlling the tension in an exercise apparatus includes a plurality of connectors that are collectively attached to a holder, the holder being movable relative to a fixed support, each connector further comprising a catch for independent attachment to a tension member from an exercise apparatus. Different combinations of tension members can be attached to the connectors with an electronic control system to create a desired tension arrangement, while the holder including all of the connectors can be moved to further fine tune the tension arrangement of the tension members.

Upper body exercise and flywheel enhanced dual deck treadmills

An exercise device includes a first treadle assembly supporting a first moving surface and a second treadle assembly supporting a second moving surface. The exercise device further includes an upper body exercise assembly operably associated with the exercise device. The first treadle assembly is pivotally coupled with the frame structure, and the second treadle assembly is pivotally coupled with the frame structure. In another form, an exercise device includes a frame structure, a first treadle assembly having a first endless belt in rotatable engagement with a first roller, a second treadle assembly having a second endless belt in rotatable engagement with a second roller, and a flywheel operably coupled with the first endless belt and the second endless belt.

Stability bar system

A stability bar system is disclosed for use in exercising and muscle toning. The system provides an unstable base to engage core muscles while performing exercises. The bar has a central attachment point, and multiple off-center attachment points on which to attach resistance tubing, bands, cables, or straps. The body of the bar is made from rigid plastic or metal, and allows for diverse exercises by providing interchangeable attachments, and multiple configurations, to vary stability and resistance. The bar may also be used to perform body weight exercises. The stability bar system is designed to allow an exerciser to engage core muscles while focusing on other, primary muscles.

Strength training control device using motor assembled beam-type load cell

A strength training control device comprises: a torque source (including a base frame, a motor and a gear reduction box); a drive arm, an operating rod, and a link mechanism. A beam-type load cell is coupled to the operating rod, the link mechanism, and the drive arm for measuring the load value. An electronic meter is provided for setting a torque value, and a servo controller for comparing a load value of beam-type load cell with a set value of the electronic meter. After the difference value is adjusted, an electric current is outputted to drive the motor, and the motor torque is amplified by the gear reduction box and transmitted through the link mechanism to the operating rod, and users can obtain a torque value equal to the setting of the electronic meter.

Exercise machine

An exercise machine comprises an oval-shaped structure, two driving arms, two swing handles and two slidable bars. With the above-mentioned embodiments, following benefits can be obtained, the fly wheel of the oval-shaped structure utilizes the assembling section to be connected an adjusting member, such that the movement strokes can be adjusted.

Yoga blocks with bow-shaped cross-sections

A yoga block includes two opposite side surfaces, and a convex cambered surface, a plane surface. The yoga block allows users to achieve or maintain certain poses, stretches, exercises or therapeutic positions. Because of the bow-shaped cross-section, the center of gravity of the yoga block is lower than the center of gravity of the conventional rectangular or brick shaped yoga block. Therefore, the yoga block is more stable during operation when being located on the ground. Any risk of injury is reduced or eliminated due to the yoga block is toppled over during operation.

Compact stepping and swinging fitness machine

The present invention discloses a compact stepping and swinging fitness machine, comprising: a frame base, an arc frame base, a pedal frame and a handlebar or a pulling string, such that the fitness machine can be supported stably on the floor by a plurality of wheels of the transverse frame base, and a user can stand on the pedals by both feet and hold upper ends of left and right handlebars or pulling strings by both hands and apply a stepping force on both left and right pedals alternately. The stepping movement is performed repeatedly to achieve the sports fitness effect of swinging and balancing the user's body.

System and method for providing a compound function static exercise machine with feedback information

An exercise system including a singular piece of exercise equipment that provides structure for at least two static exercises to be performed by a user using the equipment specific to a certain muscle group, the equipment is configurable to provide a proper body positioning of the user during both a primary and a secondary force threshold experienced by the user while performing distinct exercises associated with at least each of the at least two static exercises, a measuring device to determine a force applied by a user, and a visual feedback system to display the force applied when performing the at least two static exercises. A method is also disclosed.

Rotator cuff therapy device

A rotator cuff therapy device assists a user in accomplishing orbital motion of the user's arm to provide a therapeutic effect that strengthens and rehabilitates the arms, shoulders, and related joints and tissues. The device may be adjustable so that an unevenly-weighted rotatable portion can be moved along a desired path with varying speed and effort according to a pre-selected friction setting, and while being held in different positions relative to the user's body. This allows the device to be used by people with varying degrees of dexterity, strength, or injury, while targeting different tissues for therapy.

Exercise apparatus for balance and strength training

Exercise apparatus for balance and strength training that enables a user to perform push and pull oriented exercises with the user's hands or feet against the apparatus. Includes a pivot space, for example a slot or area or area with higher or lower areas, wherein the pivot space is configured to couple with a pivot element, for example a ball, cylinder, wheel or any other type of element that may move with respect to the pivot space and exercise interface. The movable pivot element enables force and hence torque required to balance to differ on each side of the apparatus. For example, a user with an injured shoulder may desire to utilize more force to balance during a push-up with the uninjured shoulder and less force and more range of motion to balance with the injured shoulder.

Portable therapeutic stretching, strengthening, and spinal traction device

An exercise device adapted for installation on a door frame or stand includes a pair of clamping members having an elongated body extending between a first end and a second end and an arcuate portion extending from the second end and terminating at a free articulating end. The clamping members are pivotally connected at a first pivot point provided between the first and second ends. A pair of gripping members is disposed on the free articulating end of the arcuate portion of the clamping members. A pair of links is provided where each link is pivotally connected to one of the clamping members at a second pivot point. An elastic member extends between the second pivot of the clamping members. The clamping members are movable between a first position where the gripping members are urged toward one another and a second position where the gripping members are separated from one another.

Resistance training device and method

A resistance-based physical training device and method are disclosed. The device includes an inelastic support strap located above a user and an elastic resistance strap coupled to the support strap. The method involves pulling the resistance strap, which resists or opposes the pulling movement to provide a unique, fun, effective, efficient, and total-body workout.

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.

Exercise Table

An improved exercise table or reformer having an improved tower, adjustable foot bar assembly and/or improved jump board. The improved tower may also be used without being attached to a reformer. The improved tower includes adjustable spring mechanisms and adjustable pulley mechanisms. The improved foot bar assembly includes a captive hook to improve safety. The improved jump board is attached to the frame by dropping into an envelope and by engaging the foot bar assembly.

Adjustable Rehabilitation System and Method

An adjustable stretching system for stretching a leg of a user comprises a base, an adjustable elevation board configured to be adjustable in length, a seat cushion attached to the base, and a cushioned platform connectable to the base. The adjustable elevation board may be configured to be connected between the base and the cushioned platform.

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.

Exercise device

A floor exercise device is provided which comprises two generally parallel grip handles each having a leg portion and a caster assembly attached to the bottom of each leg portion. A stabilizer bar is fixed at the middle of each leg portion and a rotatable crossbar has its end secured to the middle of each stabilizer bar. Two of the caster assemblies are provided each with a locking mechanism which can prevent forward or backward movement of the device during exercise.

Exercise device

An exercise device is provided that includes a trolley. The trolley includes two vertical plates, wheels, and at least one foot locking device connected to the trolley, the at least one foot locking device adapted to make contact with at least a portion of a foot of the user. A shaft is provided having a first end and a second end. A flexible mechanism comprising a portion of the shaft placed in a position of the shaft between the first end and the second end for allowing at least one portion of the shaft to move and rotate. The shaft accommodates the trolley. The trolley is adapted to be pulled along the shaft by the least one foot locking device while the user is in a seated position. A substantially planar surface is provided with a top surface connected to the second end of the shaft.

Controllable Training and Rehabilitation Device

A muscle training and physical rehabilitation device is disclosed. The device is controllable by liquid based resistive units. The liquid based resistive unit utilizes either smart magnetorheological (MR) liquid whose resistance to motion can be adjusted by electromagnetism or by proportional valves with various liquids whose resistance can be controlled by an electronic signal. The MR fluid resistive units comprises a rotor supported by a bearing inside a housing, a stator mounted together with the housing to the mounting plate, and the MR liquid that flows inside the cavity formed by the vane of the rotor and chamber of the stator. The MR liquid is controlled by the applied electromagnetic field to adjust the resistance according to the exerted toque.

Core Exercise Apparatus and Methods

A dual-mode exercise apparatus may include an articulating arm assembly coupled through a joint to a support assembly. In an illustrative embodiment, the arm assembly may include a seat centrally mounted above a ball-and-socket joint and a stabilizer member for the hands and/or feet of the user. In a first mode of operation a user sits on the seat and uses his or her core muscles to articulate the seat on the ball-and-socket joint against the resistance provided by, for instance, weights mounted on distal portions of the arm assembly. In certain embodiments the apparatus may further provide a second mode of operation which simulates rowing a kayak. In a corresponding illustrative embodiment a user sits in a second seat positioned rearward of the arm assembly and the arm assembly includes handle members. In operation the user articulates the handles in a manner akin to rowing a kayak.

Exercise machine with unstable user support

An unstable user support device designed for mounting on an exercise machine has a base or mounting bracket and a user support platform configured for engagement by the user and pivotally mounted on the base for pivotal movement through a limited angle about a pivot axis extending in a plane parallel to the user support platform, The pivoting movement may be a side to side tilting movement. Stops between the base and support platform control the amount of pivoting movement. This arrangement provides a degree of instability to the platform, to provide a greater challenge to the user's core muscles in balancing the platform while performing an exercise motion.

Total Body Strengthening and Toning Workstation and Method of Using Same

A stand-alone exercise apparatus includes a seat to support a user in a position thereon, and upper and lower body exercising assemblies which are configured for activation either sequentially or simultaneously to permit the concurrent exercising movement of his or her upper body area and lower body leg muscles, respectively, without necessitating that the user stop exercising when switching from upper body exercises to lower body exercises. The lower body exercising assembly includes a lower frame assembly which is operable to provide resistance exercise to the user's leg muscles, and which includes a selectively reciprocally movable pedal, platform or bar which is coupled to a suitable resistance mechanism, and which is engagable by the user's feet and/or legs as they are moved together in unified movement to effect leg extensions or curls. The upper body exercising assembly includes one or more reciprocally movable frame members, hand pulleys or swing arms coupled to a resistance mechanism, and which are engagable by the user's hands and/or arms. The resistance mechanisms used to provide the selected resistance to the upper and lower exercising assemblies are operable independently from each other, and enable the user to select the degree of resistance to each of the upper and lower body exercising assemblies separately. 1. An exercise apparatus operable to effect simultaneous upper and lower body strengthening in a user , the apparatus comprising ,a seat having a seat back support for supporting said user in an exercising position with said user's spine juxtaposed thereon, the seat back support being fixed or fixedly positionable in a downwardly sloping orientation,a lower frame assembly including a foot support actuable in movement by the extension and retraction of said user's legs, the foot support being movable along a first path of movement from a first raised position to a second lowered position,a first resistance mechanism coupled to the lower frame ...

Exoskeleton for gait assistance and rehabilitation

A method of operating an exoskeleton device includes: receiving sensor information; connecting a clutch system to a pulley system in; determining whether to engage a drive train gear to the clutch system based on the sensor information; engaging the drive train gear through the clutch system when determined to engage the drive train gear; and powering a first motor to drive the drive train gear for controlling a joint or segment of exoskeleton device.

Adjustable support for exercise system

An exercise device including at least one attachment structure configured to be mounted to a support assembly. A first arm and a second arm pivotably connected to the at least one attachment structure. At least one bracket pivotably connecting an end of the first arm with an end of the second arm. At least one of catch member pivotably connected to at least one of the first arm, the second arm, and the at least one bracket. The at least one catch member is configured for accepting a weight bar.

Oral device and method for the use thereof

An oral device includes an intraoral bolus simulator comprising an exterior surface and having an interior volume fillable with a fluid. An extraoral user interface extends from the bolus simulator, and can be used to locate or position the intraoral bolus simulator. In various embodiments, the fluid may be a gas or a liquid, or combinations thereof. In other embodiments, an oral device includes an extraoral handle, a shield connected to the handle, a tether extending from the shield, and a bolus simulator connected to the tether.

Ball-shape brawn training device and ring thereof

A ball-shape brawn training device includes a casing, a ring, a ball body. The ring is configured in the casing and movable relative to the casing. The ring includes a first pivot part and a second pivot part opposite to each other, a first ring section and a second ring section connected to the first pivot part and the second pivot part respectively. The ball body is couple to the first pivot part and the second pivot part and is rotatable relative to the ring. The second pivot part is composed of a first assembly portion and an assembly on the ring. As a result, when the ball-shape training device is equipped more additional elements, the ring can be quickly assembled to the ball body.

Device for physical exercise

A training equipment for resistance training of the upper body, wherein the training equipment comprises: an attachment portion adapted to be attached to the body of an exercising person, a handle portion adapted to be gripped by the exercising person, a first distance device flexibly attached in the attachment portion by a first joint, a second distance device flexibly attached in the first distance device by a second joint. At least one of: the first joint, the second joint, the first distance device, and the second distance device comprises an adjustable movement resistance device adapted to create an adjustable resistance between the attachment portion and the handle portion, so that training of the upper body is obtained upon movement of the handle portion.

Therapeutic device for improving neuromuscular balance and pain conditions

A therapeutic device includes a base and a platform supported by springs. The platform may be attached to the base by hinges. An upper platform may be rotatably attached to the platform such that it rotates about an axis located above the platforms. The upper platform may be biased by springs between the upper platform and the platform. Handlebars may also be Incorporated into the device. A variety of interchangeable. Springs may be provided to assist in adjusting the therapeutic device.

Exercise Equipment System

A sled with tubular runners that have a square aft cross section from which fixable bayonet couplings having three sides of a square extend and can receive a pole support frame's side members which cover the bayonet extensions. The pole support frame supports opposed bearings that rotationally mount a pole axle from which an equipment support pole transversely extends. Two semi-circumferential arrays of holes interact with holes in a fixed angular adjuster, mounted to the pole support frame, to enable multiple discrete fixed angular positions for the pole. The sled can support weights, preferably in the form of containers of water, as well as exercise equipment. The pole can support pole extensions, exercise equipment, and pulleys for guiding cables that connect weight containers to exercise apparatus.

Apparatuses and methods for exercising the arm

In one embodiment, an exercise apparatus for exercising an arm includes a lever adapted to attach to a wheel of a wheelchair, a forearm support pivotally mounted to the lever that is adapted to support a forearm of a wheelchair user during exercise, and a resilient member attached to the lever that is adapted to resist movement of the lever by the user.

Portable Calisthenics Exercise Device

A device for supporting an exerciser performing callisthenic exercises that includes a right and left, rigid, upright frame supports and an intermediate fork assembly. The fork assembly is adjustable in length and linked to the front sections of the two frame supports. Each frame support is angled inward to provide greater stability. The rear sections of the frame supports are detached and may be rotated laterally to reposition the gripping surfaces on the two frame supports and to adjust the size of the exercise area formed in between the two frame supports to accommodate different individuals and exercises. Each frame support includes a front leg and rear leg that allows height adjustment of each frame support. The device may include a pair of first handles, a pair of second handles attached to the two frame supports, and a suspension seat and one or two horizontal bars.

Abdominal muscle exercise machine

A machine for exercising at least a user's abdominal muscles, the machine having a base having front and back ends; an arm lever mounted to the base near the front end of the base; a user platform moved by a user and/or by the arm levers, the user platform slidably and pivotably mounted to the base; and a linkage mechanism operatively connecting the arm lever to the user platform so that when the arm lever is moved towards the user platform, the user platform is moved towards the arm lever and a front end of the user platform is moved upwards, pivoting the user platform into an angled configuration, and when the arm lever is moved away from the user platform, the user platform is moved away from the arm lever and the front end of the user platform is moved downwards, pivoting the user platform into a horizontal configuration.

Exercise Chair with Spin Seat

An exercise chair includes a frame and a seat rotatably coupled to the frame. First and second front support members are coupled to the frame in laterally spaced part relation and first and second rear support members are coupled to the frame in laterally spaced part relation, the first and second front support members and the first and second rear support members cooperating to support the frame above a surface.

Core Muscle Exercise Device

An exercise device is disclosed that provides users with a way to effectively exercise their core muscles without going to a gym. The exercise device comprises a round tube, a pair of handles secured to the round tube, and at least one sphere inserted into the round tube, wherein a user rotates the exercise device in a circular motion causing the sphere to travel around the round tube. The round tube comprises an interior cavity with an internal track system for the spheres to travel. Typically, the spheres are weighted, and the exercise device comprises a plurality of spheres each of a different weight. Furthermore, the round tube can comprise an access panel positioned on the exterior surface of the round tube for inserting a sphere, and a pair of handles that span an inner diameter of the round tube and are secured to opposing sides of the round tube.

Exercise device

The present invention provides an exercise machine for developing the chest muscles while maintaining correct biomechanical posture and joint movement for the user, thereby maximizing efficiency and safety. The present invention includes a track in which two handles independently slide. The handles are interconnected to either an end bridge or a middle bridge by one or more tensioning elements that are configured to provide gradual and progressively increased resistance as a distance between the interconnected components increases.

Exercise apparatus

An exercise apparatus is provided and includes a seat, a curved track, a linker, a backrest, and a replacing force means. The curved track is connected to the seat. A first end of the linker is slidably mounted on the curved track. An end of the backrest is pivotally connected to the seat, and a second end of the linker opposite the first end is pivotally connected to the backrest. The replacing force means is used for providing a replacing force to replace the backrest.

Upper Limb Training Apparatus

An upper limb training apparatus for training upper limbs of a trainee comprises a training apparatus main body that includes an operation rod to be operated by the trainee by hand. A chair is positioned in a right or a left arm training position relative to the training apparatus main body. A connecting mechanism integrally connects the chair and the training apparatus main body and allows the chair to move between the right and the left arm training positions while keeping a condition in which the chair is connected to the training apparatus main body.

Exercise device and method of using the same

An exercise device may comprise first and second elongated support members, at least one brace member for holding the first and second support members in a spaced apart relation to each other and a limb support device being disposed between the first and second support members and being interconnected thereto for sliding longitudinal relative to the first and second support members.

Weighted-resistance cervical exerciser and medical rehabilitation device

The present invention relates in general to neck and jaw exercising and rehabilitation and more in particular to a device encompassing a method or methodology for configuring the device for use in strengthening, toning the neck and jaw muscles by implementing a consistent means of isotonic resistance. The present invention includes a telescopic longitudinal “spine” consisting in two parts with means to lock in place as well as a chin brace or support each adjusting to meet the user's specific anatomical features. Further elements of the present application includes a fixed padded latitudinal forehead support as well a centralized weighted “receiver” just above the aforementioned forehead support which secures the source of weighted resistance. Securing the device is an adjustable elastic strap attached to the latitudinal forehead support which reduces lateral shifting and insuring a safe isotonic movement.

Exercise apparatus

An apparatus for replicating swimming, rowing, cycling or other exercise modalities. An apparatus includes a base, a frame extending up from the base, and a support member coupled to a top portion of the frame. The apparatus further includes a forward-ascending bench. The bench includes a torso support section to support a user's torso, pivotally coupled to the support member, and configured for limited angular rotation about an axis parallel to at least a portion of the support member. The bench further includes left and right leg support sections, pivotally coupled to the torso support section, to support at least the user's thighs. The apparatus also includes a coupling member extending forward from the base, and configured to interchangeably couple with an exercise module.

TREADMILL RESISTANCE TRAINING APPARATUS

Methods and apparatus are provided for monitoring plasma parameters in plasma doping systems. A plasma doping system includes a plasma doping chamber, a platen located in the plasma doping chamber for supporting a workpiece, an anode spaced from the platen in the plasma doping chamber, a process gas source coupled to the plasma doping chamber, a pulse source for applying pulses between the platen and the anode, and a plasma monitor. A plasma containing ions of the process gas is produced in a plasma discharge region between the anode and the platen. The pulses accelerate ions from the plasma into the workpiece. The plasma monitor may include a sensing device which senses a spatial distribution of a plasma parameter, such as plasma density, that is indicative of dose distribution of ions implanted into the workpiece. 1. A resistance training apparatus for a treadmill having a frame , an upper portion , a forward end and an aft end , said apparatus comprising left side and right side units , each of said units comprising:a vertical support having an adjustable base connector to couple said vertical support to said treadmill frame, a riser portion coupled to and extending upward from said base connector, and an adjustable upper connector to couple said vertical support to said treadmill upper portion;a rotational coupling connector connecting a rotational coupling to said riser portion;a rotational coupling mounted to said rotational coupling connector such that the rotational axis of said rotational coupling is approximately horizontal;a resistance element anchor coupled to said riser portion;an elongated resistance arm having opposing first and second ends, said resistance arm coupled to said rotational coupling at a fulcrum point between said resistance arm first and second ends;a first resistance element connector movably coupled to said resistance arm between said rotational coupling and said first end of said resistance arm and including a resistance element ...

Exercise assembly

An exercise assembly structured to be supported in depending relation from a door or other support structure and including at least one but in certain applications at least two elongated straps each including a plurality of strap segments formed of non-resilient material being longitudinally interconnected to one another by a plurality of rings. One or more connectors are structured for removable and concurrent attachment to any of said plurality of rings of each of said two straps. Each of a plurality of possible orientations of said two straps is defined by at least one connector interconnecting correspondingly disposed rings along the length of different ones of said two straps thereby enabling a variety of different sometimes suspended exercises being performed by an individual concurrently utilizing the two straps.

Tongue Press Oral Exerciser

The present invention relates to a therapeutic oral exercise apparatus for strengthening the tongue. The device is a water-filled unit comprised of clear tube with two bulbs on each end. The exerciser is activated in the mouth by pressing the pressurized bulb with the tongue against the hard palate. A floating indicator in the tube offers visual feedback and elevates as the tube is compressed. The device is adjustable in difficulty. The presenting invention is simple in design and operation. It has limited moving or articulating parts, requires no customization, is non-electrical, can be operated with one hand and is inexpensive to manufacture. The Tongue Press Oral Exerciser is an affordable means of strengthening swallowing and speech intelligibility. 1. An exercise device comprising:at least one clear tube of varying lengthone adjustable two-way pressure valve connecting the tubesa buoyant colored vial indicator of incremental weight or lengthprinted graduations and demarcations on one tubea hollow core plug inserted into the end of the tubeone silicone tongue bulb that attaches to the end of the clear tube for tongue pressingone silicone expansion bulb that attaches to the end of the clear tube which allows for fluid displacementa watertight capacity to hold water or like fluid2. An exercise device as recited in claim 1 , wherein fluid displacement is used.3. An exercise device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the user can use the device with one hand. The advantage being that hemiplegic patients can use the device and the threat of cross contamination is reduced.4. An exercise device as recited in claim 1 , wherein an expansion bulb or a flexible diaphragm is used on the opposing tube end to allow fluid displacement when the tongue bulb is compressed.5. An exercise device as recited in claim 1 , wherein a silicone bulb claim 1 , referred here to as tongue bulb claim 1 , is placed in the mouth for pressing.6. An exercise device as recited in claim 1 , comprised ...

Full-body exercise machine

An exercise machine which can be configured to perform a plurality of different exercises, and which can include a base, a vertical support column attached to the base, a cylinder and piston assembly adjustably attached to the vertical support column, and a horizontal weight beam carriage adjustably attached to both the vertical support column and the cylinder and piston assembly, which includes adjustable provisions for attaching weights and for manipulating the exercise apparatus.

JAWLINE DEVICE

The present invention provides an effective way to strengthen the muscles of the jaw. In general, a device according to the present invention is a device constructed of plastic and resistance rubber to be inserted in the mouth to strengthen the muscles of the jaw to improve the shape of the jawline and increase the strength of the muscles of mastication; wherein the device is dimensioned for placement in the mouth such that a user can repeatedly bite down on the resistance rubber to strengthen the muscles of the jaw. The device can strengthen the temporomandibular joint to reduce the risk of head injury from trauma. The device can be provided with a case to hold and store the device. 1. An exercise apparatus for the jaw and facial muscles comprising a generally U-shaped plastic band having two symmetrical ends , which are permanently inserted into two resilient rectangular rubber pieces with a cylindrical hollow at each end , wherein the exercise apparatus is used intra-orally , sitting between back teeth of a user.2. The exercise apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the two resilient rectangular rubber pieces with a cylindrical hollow at each end are identical and symmetrical tubes wherein each tube has an upper and lower claim 1 , and inner and outer surface with ridges on the upper and lower surfaces for gripping the teeth.3. A jaw muscle exercise device inserted into the mouth comprising a generally U-shaped plastic band including therein two resilient rectangular rubber tubes claim 1 , whereby claim 1 , when a user inserts the device into the mouth and bites down repetitively on the upper and lower surfaces of the resilient rubber tubes claim 1 , the resistance to deformity of the resilient tubes is imparted to the jaw muscles of the user.4. The jaw muscle exercise device of wherein the two identical resilient rubber tubes comprise different rubber grades offering a weight system wherein said rubber of a higher duro will be increasingly more difficult to deform ...

Exercise machine for muscle speed and explosiveness

As shown in FIG. 1 the exercise machine of the preferred embodiments includes a mechanical force input interface 1 designed to interface with a user 5 and allow the user 5 to input force 4 into the exercise machine; a force resistor 2 that functions to resist force input into the mechanical force input interface 1 by a user 5 ; and a trigger mechanism 3 that functions to cause a sudden change in the resistance provided against the force input 4 by the user 5 . The exercise machine of the preferred embodiments is designed to exercise muscles in a way that improves muscle speed, explosiveness, or both. Sudden is defined by the Oxford dictionary as “occurring or done quickly and unexpectedly or without warning”—given human reaction times of roughly 500 milliseconds the force reduction is expected to take place in under roughly 500 milliseconds. This is only described as a minimum effective time for sudden operation, not to provide an optimal range of operation. The reduction in force should take place quickly enough that the user will not easily react and reduce their force output, which would be roughly under 500 milliseconds. This exercise machine is does not operate in the same mode or with similarities to a spotting device or machine.

STRETCHING DEVICE

Disclosed herein is a stretching device which makes it possible for a user to stretch muscles such as the calf muscles and Achilles tendons. The foothold unit () includes a base plate (), and an inclined foothold () disposed above the base plate at a position spaced apart from the base plate. A support pole unit () is disposed in a central portion of the foothold unit. The support pole unit includes a lower tubular member () fixed to the base plate (), an upper tubular member () disposed in the lower tubular member so as to be adjustable in height, with a handle () provided on an upper end of the upper tubular member, and a fastener () fastening the upper tubular member to the lower tubular member. The inclined foothold is provided so as to be rotatable with respect to the support pole unit. 1. A stretching device provided with a foothold unit having an inclined foothold to enable a user who stands on the foothold to perform stretching exercise of muscles such as calf muscles or Achilles tendons , the stretching device comprising:{'b': 10', '12', '11, 'a foothold unit () comprising a base plate () provided on a support surface, and an inclined foothold () disposed above the base plate at a position spaced apart from the base plate; and'}{'b': 30', '30', '31', '12', '32', '31', '36', '32', '33', '32', '31, 'a support pole unit () disposed in a central portion of the foothold unit such that the user is able to grasp the support pole unit, the support pole unit () comprising a lower tubular member () fixed at a lower end thereof to the base plate (), an upper tubular member () disposed in the lower tubular member () so as to be adjustable in height, with a handle () provided on an upper end of the upper tubular member (), and a fastener () fastening the upper tubular member () to the lower tubular member (),'}{'b': 11', '30, 'wherein the inclined foothold () is provided so as to be rotatable with respect to the support pole unit ().'}2. The stretching device of claim 1 ...

UNILATERAL LEG PRESS MACHINE

A unilateral leg press exercise machine is provided. This machine includes a base frame, which is engaged with the floor. The base frame includes bottom side supports, bottom front and back supports to provide stability to the machine. The base frame also includes two sliding carriages which hold resistance plate holders and move in a straight line at an angle of approximately 20 degrees to the floor. 2 resistance plate holders are attached to each moving carriage for a total of 4 and provide the desired weight resistance during the exercise. An adjustable back pad is provided to vary the angles to approximately 15 degrees from the horizontal floor. A set of adjustable shoulder pads on the seat hold the user in place as the back pad is lowered to angles that are closer to the horizontal position. 1. A unilateral leg press machine comprising:a. a base frame to sit on a floor;b. an inclined rack having a set of tracks, said inclined rack being attached to said base frame at a predefined rack-angle relative to said base frame;c. a pair of sliding carriages, each said carriage slidably attached to a pair of tracks of said set of tracks on said inclined rack, and each said carriage having a front side and a back side;d. a pair of wide footplates, each footplate attached to said front side of each said sliding carriages, whereby each said wide footplate provides a wide area to change the position of a foot to work on various muscles of a leg;e. a pair of weight plate holders, each said weight plate attached to the back side of each said sliding carriage;f. a seat mounted on said base frame, wherein said seat is substantially aligned with said inclined rack and having said rack-angle relative to said base frame;g. a back-seat having a lower portion and an upper portion, said back-seat is installed on said base frame with an adjustable back-seat-angle with respect to said base frame, and wherein said back-seat being at a predefined distance from said seat, thereby forming a ...

FITNESS APPARATUS FOR PRESS-UP EXERCISES

Fitness equipment (), in particular for the assisted performance of press-ups, comprising a support device () having a movable support () on which a user rests during use, and an assistance device () that is configured for generating an assistance force that moves the support () into an initial position, wherein the assistance device () is or comprises a traction device which is configured to generate an assistance force on the support () that moves the support () into the initial position and acts as a tensile force. 112343433. Fitness equipment () , in particular for the assisted performance of press-ups , comprising a support device () having a movable support () on which a user rests during use , and an assistance device () that is configured for generating an assistance force that moves the support () into an initial position , characterised in that the assistance device () is or comprises a traction device which is configured to generate an assistance force on the support () that moves the support () into the initial position and acts as a tensile force.232546. Fitness equipment according to the preceding claim , characterised in that the support () is pivotably mounted on the support device () , at a first portion () , and is coupled to the assistance device () , at a second portion ().3563. Fitness equipment according to claim 2 , characterised in that the first and the second portion ( claim 2 , ) are in each case arranged on an end region of the support ().44879739. Fitness equipment according to any of the preceding claims claim 2 , characterised in that the assistance device () comprises a deflection means () that deflects a traction element () claim 2 , and at least one assistance mass () claim 2 , in particular of a variable mass claim 2 , wherein the traction element () couples the support () to the assistance mass ().511211. Fitness equipment according to any of the preceding claims claim 2 , characterised in that at least one gripping device () is ...

Resistance band having hand adapters and handles

The present invention relates to exercise equipment and more particularly to a resistance band having a pair hand adapters, a pair of handles, and an extension interposed between each hand adapter and handle.

CONTROLLED MOTION EXERCISE DEVICE

An exercise apparatus includes a frame, one or more pull cables running through cable guides to provide resistance exercise, and a mechanism for providing variable resistance to the cables. The resistance power shaft is engageable with a winding shaft and effective for turning the winding shaft upon rotation of the power shaft. A coupling effective to temporarily disengage the winding/coiling mechanism from the resistance power mechanism, and thus to allow the cable to be wound or unwound at a rate different from the rate at which the motor is running may also be included. A cable management spring to bias the cable toward its wound condition may be used. A computer/processor may be used to control the resistance force applied to the cables and/or to record exercise results. 1. An exercise apparatus comprising: i) a pair of upright support members, and', 'ii) at least one cross member spanning between said pair of upright support members;, 'a) a frame, comprisingb) one or more guides selectively positioned at a multiplicity of mounting positions on one or more of said upright support members and on one or more of said cross members, said guides being effective for establishing a multiplicity of selected pull point for a cable passing therethrough;c) one or more cables having a pull end and a winding end, and a length passing through one or more of said guides; i) a winding/coiling shaft,', 'ii) a spool mounted on said winding/coiling shaft and effective for controllably winding one or more of said cables around said shaft upon rotation of the shaft,', 'iii) a winding/coiling shaft gear mounted on said winding/coiling shaft and effective for rotating said winding/coiling shaft upon rotation of said winding/coiling shaft gear;, 'd) a winding/coiling mechanism comprising i) a resistance power shaft,', 'ii) a motor for rotating said resistance power shaft at a variable speed and with a variable force in a direction effective for winding one or more of said cables around ...

LEG STRETCHING APPARATUS

A leg stretching apparatus can be safely used without a risk of damage, with a simple coupling and can be conveniently installed at a site at which leg stretching is desired to enable efficient leg stretching. The leg stretching apparatus includes a fixing plate in which a first fixing plate, which includes a plurality of coupling grooves, and a second fixing plate, which includes a plurality of coupling protrusions corresponding to the coupling grooves, are detachably configured. A fixing part has one end coupled to the first fixing plate and another end equipped with an adjusting part. An elastic string has one end fixed to the fixing part and another end extending in a longitudinal direction of the fixing part, and opposingly branched with two free end portions behind the first fixing plate. A moving part is installed at the second fixing plate to guide the branching of the elastic string. 1. A leg stretching apparatus comprising:a fixing plate in which a first fixing plate, which includes a plurality of coupling grooves, and a second fixing plate, which includes a plurality of coupling protrusions corresponding to the coupling grooves, are detachably configured;a fixing part having one end coupled to the first fixing plate and the other end equipped with an adjusting part;an elastic string having one end fixed to the fixing part and the other end extending in a longitudinal direction of the fixing part, and opposingly branched so as to have two free ends behind the first fixing plate; anda moving part installed at the second fixing plate to guide the branching of the elastic string, wherein:the adjusting part includes a fixing body disposed in the fixing part and an adjusting handle having an end portion of the elastic string fixed thereto and rotatably coupled to an upper side of the fixing body;the fixing body includes a rotation hole having the adjusting handle coupled thereto and a support bar having one end of the adjusting handle adhered thereto to be ...

EXERCISE DEVICE

An apparatus for suspension training may include at least one supporting strap and at least one moveable handle, wherein the moveable handle further includes a first and second end and the first and second ends further include an engageable locking means and the engageable locking means are in communication with the support strap. In this way the position of the moveable handles may be easily adjusted, increasing the convenience of moving the moveable handles to undertake different exercises using the training or exercise device. 1. An exercise device comprising:at least one supporting strap; and the at least one handle comprises a first end and a second end;', 'the first and second ends each comprise an engageable locking means;', 'the engageable locking means are in communication with the at least one supporting strap; and', 'the at least one handle is slidably mounted on the at least one supporting strap such that the at least one handle can move from one locked position to a second locked position within the at least one supporting strap., 'at least one handle, wherein2. The exercise device according to claim 1 , wherein the engageable locking means further comprises a quick release mechanism.3. The exercise device according to claim 1 , wherein the engageable locking means is a cam buckle.4. The exercise device according to claim 3 , wherein the cam buckle further comprises an engagement face.5. The exercise device according to claim 4 , wherein the engagement face further comprises teeth.6. The exercise device according to claim 1 , wherein a single supporting strap is in communication with the first and second ends of the at least one handle.7. The exercise device according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one handle further comprises at least one guide.8. The exercise device according to claim 7 , wherein the at least one guide is located proximal to the first end or the second end.9. The exercise device according to claim 7 , wherein the at least one ...

EXERCISE APPARATUS

An exercise apparatus includes a frame adapted to be rested on a floor surface, a crank mechanism that has two cranks mounted on the frame, two swing members pivotally mounted on the frame, two connecting assemblies, and a guiding device. Each of the two connecting assemblies has a plurality of connecting rods connecting the respective crank and the respective swing member. The two connecting assemblies define two pedal portions for supporting a user's feet, and up-and-down movement of the pedal portions causes rotation of the two cranks along a circular path. The guiding device is configured to connect the two swing members for guiding swing movement of the two swing members within a predetermined swing range. The predetermined swing range is adjustable so as to provide various exercise paths. 1. An exercise apparatus , comprising:a frame adapted to be rested on a floor surface;a crank mechanism having a crankshaft rotatably mounted to the frame and a pair of cranks respectively mounted on two opposite ends of the crankshaft;two connecting assemblies, each defining a first pivot portion, a second pivot portion, a pedal portion and a plurality of connecting rods connecting the first pivot portion, the second pivot portion and the pedal portion, the first pivot portions of the two connecting assemblies respectively pivotally connected to outer ends of the two cranks to move along a circular path about the crankshaft, the pedal portions of the two connecting assemblies configured to support a user's feet, and up-and-down movement of the pedal portions causing the first pivot portions to be rotated along the circular path;two swing members pivotally mounted to the frame, each swing member having an lower end pivotally connected to the second pivot portion of the corresponding connecting assembly, such that the second pivot portion is able to move forward and backward with respect to the frame; anda guiding device configured to connect the two swing members for guiding ...

Exercise apparatus

An exercise apparatus comprising: a foot support, a user interface that includes a visual display, the foot support being movable by the user on the frame back and forth through any one of a plurality of complete, reproducible and different arc segments of a master arcuate path, the foot support being interconnected to a selection device that enables the user to select any one of the plurality of arc segments, one or more detectors adapted to detect one or more of force, energy or power exerted by the user over time on the foot support or distance or velocity of travel of the foot support or resistance assembly during the course of the user's performance of all or a portion of an exercise cycle, the visual display displaying a visually recognizable format of one or more of the force, energy, power, distance, time or velocity.

Two-Handed Crank-Action Exercise Device and Method

A two-handed crank action exercise device includes a crank mechanism that is supported at a spaced elevation above ground level, and features a crank arm radiating outwardly away from a rotational axis and a hand grip carried on the crank arm at a radial distance from the rotational axis for manual grasping by a user to drive rotation of the crank arm. An adjustable resistance mechanism is coupled to the crank mechanism to provide an adjustable amount of resistance to said crank mechanism. The hand grip is of sufficient length to enable simultaneous manual grasping thereof by both hands of said user for two-handed operation of said crank mechanism. 1. A two-handed crank action exercise device comprising:a crank mechanism supported or supportable at a spaced elevation above ground level, and comprising a crank arm radiating outwardly away from a rotational axis of said crank mechanism, and a hand grip carried on said crank arm at a radial distance from said rotational axis for manual grasping by a user to drive rotation of the crank arm about said rotational axis; andan adjustable resistance mechanism coupled to the crank mechanism to provide an adjustable amount of resistance to said crank mechanism;wherein said hand grip is of sufficient length to enable simultaneous manual grasping thereof by both hands of said user for two-handed operation of said crank mechanism.2. The device of wherein said crank arm is a sole crank arm of the crank mechanism.3. The device of wherein said hand grip is a sole hand grip of said crank mechanism.4. The device of wherein said hand grip is sufficiently long to reach fully across a torso said user for manual grasping of said hand grip at opposing sides of the user's torso.5. The device of comprising an upright support structure having a bottom end held in a stationary position claim 1 , wherein said crank mechanism is carried on said upright support structure.6. The device of wherein the upright structure is rigidly installed in a ...

ROBOT SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD OF THE SAME

The present embodiment includes a left exercise module and a right exercise module which are horizontally spaced apart from each other and each of which includes: a lifting guide; a carrier lifted/lowered and guided along the lifting guide; and a robot arm installed on the carrier, including an end effector connected to an arm; and having a height changed by the carrier. 1. A robot system comprising a left exercise module and a right exercise module , which are horizontally spaced apart from each other and each of which comprises:a lifting guide;a carrier lifted/lowered and guided along the lifting guide; anda robot arm installed on the carrier, comprising an end effector connected to an arm, and having a height changed by the carrier.2. The robot system of claim 1 , wherein a maximum length of the robot arm is shorter than a length of the lifting guide.3. The robot system of claim 1 , wherein the maximum length of the robot arm is shorter than a distance between the lifting guide of the left exercise module and the lifting guide of the right exercise module.4. The robot system of claim 1 , further comprising a controller configured to controlling the robot arm claim 1 , wherein a waiting mode in which the robot arm is moved to a waiting position, and', 'an exercise mode in which the robot arm is moved to an exercise region where the robot arm is operable by a user, and wherein, 'the controller controls the robot arm in a plurality of modes, the plurality of modes comprises'}a first distance between the robot arm of the left exercise module and the robot arm of the right exercise module in the waiting mode is larger than a second distance between the robot arm of the left exercise module and the robot arm of the right exercise module in the exercise mode.5. The robot system of claim 1 , further comprising lifting mechanisms configured to raise/lower the carriers.6. The robot system of claim 5 , wherein the lifting mechanisms lifts/lowers the carrier of the left ...

EXERCISE SLIDE BOARD

An exercise slide board is disclosed having a main board, a pair of backstops and a floor grip device. The main board has a top surface and a bottom surface. The top surface is smooth and low friction to allow a user wearing low-friction footwear to easily slide across the board. The first and second backstops are positioned at or near a first end of the main board and a second end of the main board, respectively. The first and second backstops may have a base surface configured to abut against the top surface of the main board. The first and second backstops may also have a strike surface facing toward a center of the main board and extending away from the top surface of the main board at an angle away from the center of the board. The floor grip device is affixed on the bottom surface of the main board. The floor grip device is configured to grip both a hard flooring surface and a carpeted flooring surface. A non-slip mesh may be used. The floor grip device may grip the flooring surface so as to create a frictional force to secure the main board relative to the flooring surface in response to and against lateral forces applied in a direction planar to the flooring surface and transverse to and against the strike surfaces of the backstops. 1. An exercise slide board comprising:a main board having a top surface and a bottom surface, the top surface being smooth and low friction;first and second backstops at a first end of the main board and a second end of the main board, respectively, the first and second backstops having a base surface configured to abut against the top surface of the main board and a strike surface facing toward a center of the main board;a floor grip device affixed on the bottom surface of the main board, the floor grip device configured to grip both hard flooring surfaces and carpeted flooring surfaces in a non-adhesive manner so as to create a frictional force to secure the main board relative to the flooring surface in response to and against ...

MAT WITH HANDPRINTS TO DO PUSHUPS

An exercise mat system comprises an exercise mat including a top surface and a bottom surface and a plurality of sets of handprints. The plurality of sets of handprints are positioned on the top surface of the exercise mat, wherein the handprints in each set are spaced apart from each other so as to accommodate a user's hands during an exercise and wherein the relative positioning of the handprints in each set correlates to a user's body muscles. A method of using the exercise mat system wherein the user aligns his hands on one of the sets of handprints on the mat to target a specific muscle group and performs an exercise such as a pushup. 1. An exercise mat system , comprising:an exercise mat including a top surface and a bottom surface;a plurality of sets of handprints positioned on the top surface of said mat, wherein the handprints in each set are spaced apart from each other so as to accommodate a user's hands during an exercise, wherein the relative positioning of the handprints in each set correlates to a user's body muscles; anda non-slip material on the bottom surface of said mat.2. The exercise mat system of claim 1 , wherein the mat has five sets of handprints on the top surface.3. The exercise system of claim 1 , wherein the handprints are in the shape of a palm claim 1 , a fist or fingertips.4. The exercise system of claim 1 , wherein the sets of handprints are numbered.5. The exercise mat system of claim 1 , further comprising a fastener attached to the bottom surface of said mat.6. The exercise mat system of claim 2 , wherein the fastener is selected from the group consisting of hook claim 2 , thumbtack claim 2 , and an adhesive material.7. A method of using an exercise mat system comprising the steps of:placing an exercise mat on the floor, said mat having a plurality of sets of handprints positioned on a top surface of said mat, wherein the handprints in each set are spaced apart from each other so as to accommodate a user's hands during an exercise ...

Climbing exercise machine

An exercise machine creates a simulated continuous resisted climbing motion. The machine includes a floor- or ground-contacting base frame and two or more substantially vertically oriented uprights, wherein at least one upright is rigidly connected to the base frame. The machine further includes two handles and two foot pedals, each handle and each foot pedal being movably engaged with an upright for linear reciprocating motion along the upright. The handles and foot pedals are interconnected so that they move concurrently. An adjustable resistance mechanism may be operatively connected to the interconnection of the handles and foot pedals to provide adjustable resistance for the simulated continuous climbing motion.

CHEST-DEVELOPING EXERCISER

An exercise machine includes a main shaft having a bottom end and a top end along a longitudinal direction is described. A rotatable element may be provided at the bottom end of the main shaft. A torsion resilient assembly can include a fixed torsion structure, a pivotable structure and an elastic element. The pivotable structure can pivot to deform the elastic element to induce a resilient torque force. An engagement frame may be rotatably mounted to the pivotable structure. User force may cause the rolling of the main shaft to change an angular relationship between the engagement frame and the main shaft to cause the pivotable structure to induce a resilient torque force for user exercising. 1. An exercise machine comprising:a main shaft having a bottom end and a top end along a longitudinal direction;a rotatable element provided at the bottom end of the main shaft, the rotatable element rotatable around an axis substantially transverse to the longitudinal direction, the rotatable element positioned to roll forward and backward across a surface;handlebars affixed to the main shaft at the top end;a torsion resilient assembly having a fixed torsion structure, a pivotable structure and an elastic element, the pivotable structure rotatable relative to the fixed torsion structure around a torsion axis, the elastic element arranged longitudinally along the torsion axis substantially transverse to the longitudinal direction of the main shaft, the fixed torsion structure fixated to the main shaft, wherein the pivotable structure pivots to deform the elastic element to induce a resilient torque force;an engagement frame having a high end and a low end, the engagement frame rotatably mounted to the pivotable structure of the torsion resilient assembly via the high end, the engagement frame defined with an angular relationship with the main shaft around the torsion axis; anda footrest rotatably affixed to the engagement frame at the low end, wherein user force applied via ...

Exercise apparatus

An exercise apparatus includes a pair of handle elements and a pair of housing elements. Each handle element includes a manually grippable bar and a base portion having a substantially spherical contact surface. Each housing element is substantially hemispherical and has a substantially central window. Each handle element is releasably locatable within a housing element to form a substantially hemispherical handle body in which the contact surface of the handle element is located within the window of the housing element and provides a contact point about which the housing body is rotatable when located on a support surface.

Free-Motion Dynamic Resistance Trainer for Sports and Rehabilitation Movement Training

A free-motion dynamic resistance trainer to be used to train the muscular coordination, dynamic stability and gait mechanics of athletes and physical therapy patients. Adjustable tension shock cords or bungee cords and resistance tubing are used in conjunction with a spinal support harness and jib in order to allow for the adjustment of progressive resistance and to create a heightened sense of proprioceptive awareness in those muscles and joints that are meant to be targeted depending upon the particular movement pattern being exercised. While providing resistance to improve strength and stamina, the shock cords or bungee cords and resistance tubing simultaneously guide and assist the trainee through certain aspects of each movement in order to train muscle memory of the proper kinetic sequence and body positioning. The apparatus, which is meant to be worn, can be used during sport specific movements other than running, in order to train and improve performance in myriad sports and activities.

EXERCISE MACHINE

Described herein are embodiments of stationary exercise machines having reciprocating foot and/or hand members, such as foot pedals that move in a closed loop path. Some embodiments can include reciprocating foot pedals that cause a user's feet to move along a closed loop path that is substantially inclined, such that the foot motion simulates a climbing motion more than a flat walking or running motion. Some embodiments can further include reciprocating handles that are configured to move in coordination with the foot via a linkage to a crank wheel also coupled to the foot pedals. Variable resistance can be provided via a rotating air-resistance based mechanism, via a magnetism based mechanism, and/or via other mechanisms, one or more of which can be rapidly adjustable while the user is using the machine. 1. A stationary exercise machine , comprising:a frame including an upper support structure;a crank shaft rotatably coupled with the upper support structure and rotatable about a crank axis;first and second connection members that each rotate about a rotation axis that substantially coincides with the crank axis;first and second crank arms coupled to the first and second connection members, respectively, to rotate about the rotation axis of its respective connection member;first and second reciprocating foot members operatively associated with the first and second crank arms, respectively, in such a manner that at least a portion of each of the first and second reciprocating foot members orbits the crank shaft as the crank shaft rotates;first and second foot pedals coupled to the first and second reciprocating foot members, respectively;first and second handles supported by the upper support structure to rotate about a handle axis;first and second reciprocating members rotatably coupled to the first and second handles, respectively;third and fourth connection members operatively associated with the crank shaft and with the first and second connection members, ...

Isokinetic oscillation exercise device and method of producing same

An isokinetic oscillation exercise device of an elongated flexible blade having a first and second end and a grip portion coupled to a middle portion of the elongated flexible blade. End caps coupled to said first and second ends adapted to storage. Further, a method is disclosed of manufacturing an isokinetic oscillation exercise device that provides a flexible elongated flexible blade, a grip portion injection molding, a pliable ring injection moldings, and end caps injection molding; slides the pliable rings on the elongated flexible blade separated by a length of the grip portion, overmolds a first-shot of the grip portion over the pliable rings, overmolds a second-shot of the grip portion to the first-shot of the grip portion to the elongated flexible blade, seals the first-shot to the second-shot of the grip portion against the pliable rings; and attaches the end caps to the elongated flexible blade.

EXERCISING APPARATUS

An exercise apparatus includes a frame and a load mechanism disposed on the frame. The load mechanism has a plurality of selectable weights with each of the selectable weights having an associated indicator device. A press is mechanically coupled to the load mechanism to displace a load based on a selected weight and a sensor is disposed to measure an extent and speed of displacement of the load. A processor is in communication with the sensor, and the processor is configured to determine an indicator signal to send to the indicator device of one of the plurality of selectable weights of the load mechanism based on received performance data, the indicator signal used to indicate which one of the plural of weights to select. 131-. (canceled)32. An exercise apparatus comprises:a frame;a load mechanism attached to the frame, the load mechanism having a plurality of selectable weights, with each of the selectable weights having an associated indicator device;a press mechanism mechanically coupled to the load mechanism to displace a load that is based on a weight selected from the load mechanism;a linkage that mechanically couples the load mechanism with the press;a display; 'determine an indicator signal to send to the indicator device of one of the plurality of selectable weights of the load mechanism, with the determination of the indicator signal based on received performance data, the indicator signal used to instruct a user on which one of the plural of weights to select for providing the load.', 'a processor in communication with the display and the sensor, the processor configured to33. The apparatus of wherein each of the associated indicator devices is capable of rending different states in response to a value of the indicator signal sent by the processor.34. The apparatus of further comprising a rotary optical encoder sensor that has an absorbent surface adjacent to a reflective surface disposed to measure an extent and speed of displacement of the load claim ...

CRADLE FOR SUPPORTING FREE WEIGHT ASSEMBLY

A cradle for supporting an adjustable free weight assembly that includes first and second weight plate sets. End walls and side walls of the cradle define a cavity sized to receive the free weight assembly. The end walls engage plate portions and locking element portions of outermost weight plates of the free weight assembly when received in the cradle. Inboard surfaces of the side walls engage portions of weight plates in at least the first weight plate set to substantially inhibit the first weight plate set from moving vertically or laterally between the side walls. The configuration of the inboard surfaces of the side walls aligns the weight plates in the first weight plate set both vertically and horizontally so that central openings in the weight plates for receiving a selector shaft are substantially concentric. 1. A cradle for supporting an adjustable free weight assembly in a cradled position , the free weight assembly comprising first and second weight plate sets comprising a plurality of weight plates , each weight plate comprising a plate portion and a locking element for selectively securing the weight plate to an adjacent weight plate , each weight plate further comprising a central opening for receiving a selector shaft of the free weight assembly for retaining the weight plate to the free weight assembly , said cradle comprising;first and second end walls spaced apart from one another along a longitudinal axis of the cradle and partially defining a cavity sized to receive the free weight assembly therein in the cradled position such that the first weight plate set is located adjacent the first end wall and the second weight plate set is located adjacent the second end wall, each of the first and second end walls comprising a plate-engaging portion and a locking element-engaging portion extending longitudinally inward from the plate engaging portion, the plate-engaging portion of each end wall being shaped and arranged to engage the plate portion of an ...

POWER TWISTER WITH ADJUSTABLE RESISTANCE

A power twister with adjustable resistance has two elastic components, two handles, two adjusting components, and a positioning assembly. The two elastic components are each respectively made of a rod rolled up spirally. The two handles are each respectively a bar, and are each fixed with a respective one of the two elastic components. The two adjusting components are each fixed with a respective one of the two elastic components, and each has a respective socket. The two sockets of the two adjusting components have multiple teeth meshed together. The positioning assembly has an elastomer disposed between the two sockets, a threaded rod, and a knob. The threaded rod passes through the two sockets and the elastomer, and is mounted with the knob. 1. A power twister with adjustable resistance , the power twister comprising:a first elastic component made of a rod rolled up spirally, being hollow, and having two ends; 'two ends, wherein one of the two ends of the first handle is inserted into one of the two ends of the first elastic component, and is fixed with the first elastic component;', 'a first handle being a bar, and having'} an upper surface;', 'a first through hole disposed through the first socket; and', 'a first toothed portion having multiple teeth protruding on the upper surface of the first socket and surrounding the first through hole;, 'a first socket having'}, 'a first adjusting component fixed with the other one of the two ends of the first elastic component, and having'}a second elastic component made of a rod rolled up spirally, being hollow, and having two ends; 'two ends, wherein one of the two ends of the second handle is inserted into one of the two ends of the second elastic component, and is fixed with the second elastic component;', 'a second handle being a bar, and having'} a lower surface;', 'a second through hole disposed through the second socket; and', 'a second toothed portion having multiple teeth protruding on the lower surface of the ...

Exercise machine with pancake motor

An exercise machine is disclosed. The exercise machine comprises a pancake motor. The exercise machine comprises a torque controller coupled to the pancake motor. The exercise machine comprises a high resolution encoder coupled to the pancake motor.

EXERCISE MACHINE WITH PANCAKE MOTOR

An exercise machine is disclosed. The exercise machine comprises a pancake motor. The exercise machine comprises a torque controller coupled to the pancake motor. The exercise machine comprises a high resolution encoder coupled to the pancake motor. 1. An exercise machine comprising:a first motor and a second motor, wherein the first motor drives a first cable, and wherein the second motor drives a second cable; anda first arm and a second arm, wherein the first arm positions the first cable, and the second arm positions the second cable, and wherein each arm is capable of being stowed.2. The exercise machine of wherein a given arm is capable of being stowed at least in part by pivoting the given arm vertically such that the given arm is flush with the exercise machine.3. The exercise machine of wherein a given arm is capable of being stowed at least in part by causing the given arm to be pivoted horizontally such that the given arm is facing a back of the exercise machine.4. The exercise machine of wherein the given arm is capable of being stowed such that at least a portion of the given arm is out of a view of a user of the exercise machine.5. The exercise machine of wherein a given arm is capable of being stowed such that the given arm is stowed behind at least a portion of the exercise machine.6. The exercise machine of wherein the first cable travels within the first arm.7. The exercise machine of wherein the exercise machine is capable of being wall mounted.8. The exercise machine of wherein the exercise machine is capable of being floor mounted.9. The exercise machine of wherein resistance generated by at least one of the first motor and the second motor is dynamically adjustable.10. The exercise machine of wherein resistance generated by the at least one of the first motor and the second motor is based at least in part on a target weight.11. The exercise machine of claim 1 , wherein the first cable is coupled between the first motor and a first actuator.12. ...

Weight Bar Foot Plate Device

A weight bar foot plate device for safely performing leg presses includes a plate and a set of couplers. The couplers, which are coupled to a top of the plate, are configured to couple the plate to a weight bar of a leg press machine so that a bottom of the plate is positioned below the weight bar. The bottom of the plate is configured to position feet of a user who is supinely positioned below the plate, positioning the user to perform a leg press exercise. 1. A weight bar foot plate device comprising:a plate; anda set of couplers coupled to a top of the plate wherein the couplers are configured for coupling the plate to a weight bar of a leg press machine such that a bottom of the plate is positioned below the weight bar and is configured for positioning feet of a user supinely positioned below the plate positioning the user for performing a leg press exercise.2. The device of claim 1 , further including the top being circumferentially smaller than the bottom such that the plate is substantially rectangular frustrum shaped.3. The device of claim 2 , further including a sidewall of the plate being concavely arcuate.4. The device of claim 1 , further including the plate comprising plastic such that the plate is substantially rigid.5. The device of claim 1 , further including the set of couplers comprising a channel extending between opposing ends of the plate claim 1 , the channel extending arcuately into the top of the plate defining a pair of rims claim 1 , the pair of rims being resiliently deformable claim 1 , the rims being separated by less than a diameter of the weight bar such that the pair of rims is configured for separating as the weight bar is forced into the channel and for rebounding for rotationally coupling the plate to the weight bar wherein the plate is configured for partial rotation relative to the weight bar for maintaining the feet of the user flush to the plate during the leg press exercise and wherein the plate is configured for resuming a ...

ORAL TRAINING DEVICE

The oral training device for muscles of the throat and/or face includes a panel which is receivable in the oral cavity formed between the lips and teeth. The panel has a first face adjacent to the lip area and an opposite second face being adjacent to the teeth and/or gums when in use. The device includes a handle which projects outwardly from the first face for applying an outward pulling force to the panel generally away from the oral cavity. The device also includes an elongate platform extending laterally across the first face onto which the upper and lower lips are placeable when in use. 1. An oral training device for training the muscles of the throat and/or face , comprising:a panel which is receivable in the oral cavity formed between the lips and teeth, the panel having a first face being adjacent to the lip area and an opposite second face being adjacent to the teeth and/or gums when in use;a handle which projects outwardly from the first face for applying an outward pulling force to the panel generally away from the oral cavity; andan elongate platform extending laterally across the first face onto which the upper and lower lips are placeable when in use.2. The oral training device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the panel being formed having a truncated V-shape when in plan view from above claim 1 , and being divided into three generally flat walls.3. The oral training device as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the panel comprises:a centrally disposed wall which when the panel is received in the oral cavity being proximate to the central/lateral incisors in the upper and lower jaws; andlateral walls positioned either side of the centrally disposed wall which when the panel is received in the oral cavity being proximate to the lateral incisors/canine teeth in the upper and lower jaws.4. The oral training device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein each of the lateral walls being offset from the surface of the centrally disposed wall by an angle in the range of ...

DATA-COLLECTING EXERCISE DEVICE

An exercise device comprises a rigid rod having a first and second ends, a plurality of light sources arranged in a row along at least a portion of an axis extending between the first and second ends of the rigid rod, at least one load sensor for detecting an applied longitudinal force, and a processor coupled to the at least one load sensor and to the plurality of light sources. The processor is configured to execute machine-executable instructions that cause the processor to obtain a signal indicating a magnitude of the applied longitudinal force, and cause a subset of the plurality of light sources to emit light. A ratio of a number of light sources in the subset to a total number of the plurality of light sources represents the magnitude of the applied longitudinal force relative to a reference longitudinal force. 1. An exercise device , comprising:a rigid rod having a first end and a second end;a plurality of light sources arranged in a row along at least a portion of an axis extending between the first end and the second end of the rigid rod;at least one load sensor for detecting an applied longitudinal force, wherein the applied longitudinal force comprises (i) a compressive longitudinal force applied to the exercise device, (ii) an expansive longitudinal force applied to the exercise device, or (iii) both (i) and (ii); and obtain a signal indicating a magnitude of the applied longitudinal force, and', 'cause a subset of the plurality of light sources to emit light, wherein a ratio of a number of light sources in the subset to a total number of the plurality of light sources represents the magnitude of the applied longitudinal force relative to a reference longitudinal force value., 'a processor coupled to the at least one load sensor and to the plurality of light sources, the processor configured to execute one or more machine-executable instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to2. The exercise device recited in claim 1 , ...

Stretching Device to Restore and Protect Against the Negative Effects of Prolonged Sitting

The inventive device and methods disclosed herein allow an individual to create and sustain a differential stretch to the anterior muscles and ligaments of the torso, hips and legs. The device is comprised of a base frame, a vertical member secured to the base frame, a rotational lift lever secured to the vertical member at a vertical pivot member, a lower extremity elevation member secured to the rotational lift member, and at least one lower extremity attachment device secured to the lower extremity elevation member. In methods of use, the device is used to lift an individual's legs off of the ground, while the person is lying face down, so as to create a stretch in the anterior muscles, fascia, or ligaments. The device has various planes of rotation, which allows for differential stretching in the various quadrants of the person's torso. In addition, the device is adjustable in height as well as displacement along a track within the base to accommodate different body types. 111-. (canceled)12. A device for stretching at least one anterior muscle in a human body comprising:a base frame having a front end and a rear end;a vertical member secured to the base frame;a rotational lift lever having a front portion and a rear portion, the rotational lift lever secured to the vertical member at a vertical pivot member wherein a front portion of the rotation lift lever extends forwardly of the vertical pivot member and towards a front end of the base frame and a rear portion extends rearwardly of the vertical pivot member and towards a rear end of the base frame, the rotational lift lever being vertically pivotal about the vertical pivot member; anda lower extremity elevation member secured to the front portion of the rotational lift lever; and at least one lower extremity attachment devices secured to the lower extremity elevation member;wherein forcing downwardly on the rear portion of the rotational lift member causes the front portion of the rotational lift lever to ...

Weight lifting and selector pin assembly

A permanently affixed and travelling selector pin, car and weight plate selection mechanism for use with physical fitness equipment is disclosed including a segmented track and/or cut out cavern within the plate body for the car to travel within in either vertically or horizontally in order to select a different weight plate or cumulatively, more or less weight for an exercise. The selector pin and car mechanism features a selector pin which is not removable from the car and is inserted through the car which is contained by the track and or plate body shape and into a throughbore in the weight plate in order to engage with the selector stem.

CLIMBING EXERCISER

A climbing exerciser includes a base having two parallel rail posts to which two sliding units are respectively connected. Each sliding unit includes a sliding rod, a handle and a pedal. The sliding rod is movably located in the correspondent rail post. A transmission unit includes two down chain wheels and two up chain wheels respectively and rotatably connected to the support. Two front chains are engaged with the down chain wheels and connected with the connection members. Two side chains are engaged with the two up chain wheels and connected with the connection members. A cable is engaged with two respective two stationary pulleys and connected to the two side chains. A magnetic-resistance unit is connected to the support and driven by the two up chain wheels. The two sliding posts alternatively movable along the rail post to simulate rock climbing actions. 1. A climbing exerciser comprising:a base having two parallel rail posts which are connected to the base at an angle, a support connected to a rear side of the rail posts;two sliding units respectively connected to the two rail posts, each sliding unit comprising a sliding rod, a handle and a pedal, the sliding rod being movably located in the rail post corresponding thereto, a connection member extending from a rear side of each sliding rod, the handle connected to an upper portion of the sliding rod corresponding thereto, the pedal connected to a lower portion of the sliding rod corresponding thereto;a transmission unit comprising two down chain wheels, two up chain wheels, two stationary pulleys, a front chain, two side chains and a cable, the down chain wheels respectively and rotatably connected to a lower end of the rear side of the two rail posts, the two up chain wheels respectively and rotatably connected to an upper end of two sides of the support, the two stationary pulleys respectively and rotatably connected to a lower end of a rear side of the support, the two front chains engaged with two ...

Portable Arm Exercise Device

A device for exercising an arm of a user, the device including an adjustable pad that is configured to accommodate different size arms, an adjustable tension dampener that is configured to extend and retract, a lower extension, an adjustment lever that is configured to lengthen or shorten said lower extension, a handgrip, in which said handgrip comprises a rotating handgrip, and an adjustment knob, wherein said adjustment know is configured to adjust a tension on said rotating handgrip. 1means for accommodating different size arms;means for extending and retracting;means for lengthen or shorten a lower extension;means for strengthening a forearm muscle; andmeans for adjusting a tension on said strengthening means.. A device comprising: The present Utility patent application claims priority benefit of the U.S. provisional application for patent Ser. No. 62/528,463 entitled “Arm Exerciser”, filed on 4 Jul. 2017, under 35 U.S.C. 119(e). The contents of this related provisional application are incorporated herein by reference for all purposes to the extent that such subject matter is not inconsistent herewith or limiting hereof.Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable.A portion of the disclosure of this patent document contains material that is subject to copyright protection by the author thereof. The copyright owner has no objection to the facsimile reproduction by anyone of the patent document or patent disclosure for the purposes of referencing as patent prior art, as it appears in the Patent and Trademark Office, patent file or records, but otherwise reserves all copyright rights whatsoever.One or more embodiments of the invention generally relate to exercise devices. More particularly, certain embodiments of the invention relates to portable exercise devices that lets a person do a variety of exercises that work the bicep and triceps muscles of the arms.The following background information may present examples of specific aspects of the prior ...

My family gym

A functional triangular apparatus for multi-exercise of lower and upper extremities using resistance bands encircling designated parts. When exercising legs the triangular apparatus is stationary or tilted back at various angles to balance on two feet. Arms exercise with stretch bands under elevated larger base while feet hold it down. 1. An exercise and therapy device constructed of 1″ Schedule 40 PVC pipes , and 1″ Schedule 40 PVC fixtures , glued into a triangular configuration with points on three horizontal bar levels where looped elastic resistance member can be positioned; and pushed or pulled in downward or upward motions to complete different exercises.2. Resistance members of 5′ feet length looped to make the loops approximately 2.5′ feet circumference which can be selected by the user and attached at various points to permit over ten (10) different exercises for legs , arms , core , and back muscles.3. The device can be used in a triangular position with all four devise feet placed on the floor; or the devise can be pulled back at the upper bar to be positioned on the two feet of the main section and increase tension on the resistance member loops.4. The gym specified in is used with the knotted end of the resistance member loops positioned on the upper bar claim 1 , and feet positioned in the opposite end of the 2.5″ loop claim 1 , exercise of legs is done with a downward push; or outward movement of feet and legs.5. The middle bar can be used by seniors or youths who cannot easily reach the upper bar: and from this position exercises can duplicate those performed on the upper bar of gym specified in .6. The lower bar of the gym specified in which is elevated off the floor can be used with the 2.5′ looped resistance members placed under the middle area allowing room for placement of users feet on the outer portion of the lower bar to keep the device on the floor during exercise.7. With the looped resistance members under the lower bar of the gym ...

Exercise Systems and Methods

An exercise system comprising an extension section and a base section. The base section comprises a support assembly, a sleeve assembly, and a resilient member. The resilient member is arranged to resiliently oppose movement of the sleeve assembly in a compression direction relative to the support assembly. The extension section is detachably attachable to the sleeve assembly. The exercise system is operated in at least first and second configurations. In the first configuration, the extension section is detached from the sleeve assembly. In the second configuration, the extension section is detachably attached to the sleeve assembly such that the resilient member resiliently opposes movement of the sleeve assembly relative to the support assembly in the compression direction. 1. A method of exercising comprising the steps of:providing an extension section;providing a support assembly;providing a sleeve assembly that is detachably attachable to the extension section;providing a resilient member;forming a base section by arranging the resilient member to resiliently oppose movement of the sleeve assembly in a compression direction relative to the support assembly;detachably attaching the extension section to the sleeve assembly;applying a force to the extension section such that the extension section is displaced relative to the support assembly in the compression direction;detaching the extension section from the sleeve assembly; andapplying a force to the sleeve assembly such that the sleeve assembly is displaced relative to the support assembly in the compression direction.2. A method as recited in claim 1 , in which the step of providing the support assembly comprises the steps of:providing a support member;providing a support brace assembly; andsupporting the support brace assembly with the support member.3. A method as recited in claim 1 , in which the step of providing the sleeve assembly comprises the steps of:providing a sleeve member;providing a sleeve ...

Exercise apparatus and method

This invention provides a weighted hip and lower back exerciser for use in isolating and working out a narrowly targeted portion of the lower back or gluteal muscles through weighted internal and external rotation. Weighted hip and lower back exerciser comprises four main sections: the framework, the upper body support section, the weight system, and the weighted leg pivot section. A user secures one of his/her legs onto a leg pad and pivots the leg pad by rotating hip and lower back. Leg pad is connected to weights by a band passing through a pair of pulleys and a pulley cord guide. When the user swivels the leg rest, the user tenses the band thus lifting the weights, and resistance is generated. User will isolate the rotational movement to the hip and lower back by leaning onto a chest support and resting arms on an arm support mounted on a vertical rack above the weight assembly.

SQUAT EXERCISER

A squat exerciser includes a base having a first support and a second support, and an extension is connected to the first support and the second support. Two leg bars extend from two lateral sides of the front end of the extension, and a support bar is connected to the rear end of the extension and located at a distance from the base. A seat is connected with an inner tube which is retractably inserted into an outer tube. A first link and two second links are pivotably connected between a protrusion on the extension and the outer tube. A cylinder is pivotably connected between the extension and a rod connected between the two second links. The height of the seat can be adjusted, and the first and second links and the cylinder can be folded toward the extension. 1. A squat exerciser comprising:a base having a first support and a second support respectively extending upward therefrom, the base further including an extension connected to two respective tops of the first support and the second support, two leg bars respectively extending from two lateral sides of a front end of the extension, a support bar connected to a rear end of the extension and located at a distance from the base, the base and the support bar adapted to be put on ground;a seat having two handles respectively extending from two sides thereof, the seat connected to an adjustment unit, the adjustment unit including an inner tube and an outer tube, the seat connected to a top end of the inner tube, a bottom end of the inner lube retractably inserted into the outer tube;a link unit including a first link and two second links which are parallel to each other and to the first link, a protrusion connected to a top of the extension, a top end of the first link being pivotably connected to the outer tube by a first pin, a lower end of the first link being pivotably connected to the protrusion by a first bolt, a top end of each of the second links being pivotably connected to the outer lube by a second pin, ...

Portable exercising device for body

The present invention provides a portable exercise device conveniently carried and usable to train a body such as pelvis, thigh, and chest. According to the portable exercise device of the present invention, a first bracket link member ( 120 ) having a ‘<’-shape is connected to one end sides of the X-shaped link member ( 110 ) by a first pin (LP 11 ) and a second pin (LP 12 ), a second bracket link member ( 130 ) having a ‘<’-shape is connected to opposite end sides of the X-shaped link member ( 110 ) by a third pin (LP 13 ) and a fourth pin (LP 14 ), a first spring ( 140 ) is disposed between the first pin (LP 11 ) and the second pin (LP 12 ), in which an upper end of the first spring ( 140 ) is connected to the first pin (LP 11 ), and a lower end of the first spring ( 140 ) is connected to the second pin (LP 12 ), a second spring ( 120 ) is disposed between the third pin (LP 13 ) and the fourth pin (LP 14 ), in which an upper end of the second spring ( 150 ) is connected to the third pin (LP 13 ), and a lower end of the second spring ( 150 ) is connected to the fourth pin (LP 14 ), an intermediate connection portion ( 165 ) of a first partial body support ( 160 ) is connected to a fifth pin (LP 16 ) of the first bracketing link member ( 120 ), and an intermediate connection portion ( 175 ) of a second partial body support ( 170 ) is connected to a sixth pin (LP 16 ) of the second bracket link member ( 130 ).

Foldable Exercise Device

A foldable exercise device with a chin-up exercise apparatus and a dip exercise apparatus suspendable from the chin-up exercise apparatus. The chin-up exercise apparatus has a top horizontal member and a bottom horizontal member connected by two connecting members. Each connecting member has a door header hook and a parallel chin-up handle that rotate on the connecting member from a flat configuration to an exercise configuration. In the exercise configuration the chin-up exercise apparatus can engage a door frame. In the exercise configuration the parallel chin-up handles can be used for neutral chin-ups. The dip exercise apparatus has two vertical members spaced apart by a horizontal connecting member. The vertical members have a bottom end with a bottom grip. The bottom grip can be rotated from a flat configuration to an exercise configuration. In the exercise configuration the bottom grips can be used to do dip exercises. 1. A foldable exercise device comprising:a chin-up exercise apparatus, where the chin-up exercise apparatus has a top horizontal member and a bottom horizontal member connected by two connecting members, where each connecting member has a door header hook and a parallel chin-up handle that rotate on the connecting member from a flat configuration to an exercise configuration, where the door header hook and parallel chin-up handle are on opposite sides of the two connecting members, in the exercise configuration the chin-up exercise apparatus can releasably engage a door frame with the bottom horizontal member contacting the front side of the door frame by pressing against the vertical door jams of the door frame and the door header hook can engaging with the back side of the door by contacting a door frame header and the parallel chin-up handles can be used to do neutral chin-ups; anda dip exercise apparatus suspendable from the chin-up exercise apparatus, where the dip exercise apparatus has two vertical members, where each vertical member has ...

Filtering control signals

An exercise system includes a load bearing element having a control element. It further includes a resistance mechanism responsive to a signal from the control element. The signal from the control element is selectively rejected based on state information relating to a state of the load bearing element.

RESISTIVE EXOSKELETON CONTROL DESIGN FRAMEWORK

A resistive exoskeleton control system has a controller generating a positive resistance by shaping a closed loop integral admittance of a coupled human exoskeleton system wherein a frequency response magnitude of the integral admittance is lower than that of a natural human joint for desired frequencies of interest and generating an assistance ratio of approximately zero for the desired frequencies of interest. 1. A resistive exoskeleton control system comprising:a controller generating a positive resistance by shaping a closed loop integral admittance of a coupled human exoskeleton system, wherein a frequency response magnitude of the closed loop integral admittance is lower than that of a natural human joint over desired frequencies of interest and generating an assistance ratio of approximately zero over the desired frequencies of interest.2. The resistive exoskeleton control system of claim 1 , wherein the controller generating a loop transfer function has a gain margin greater than 1.3. The resistive exoskeleton control system of claim 1 , wherein the controller has coupled passivity.4. The resistive exoskeleton control system of claim 3 , wherein a phase of the closed loop integral admittance is defined by /∈[−180 ° claim 3 , 9°[∀ω.8. A resistive exoskeleton control system comprising:a controller shaping a closed loop integral admittance of a coupled human exoskeleton system, wherein a frequency response magnitude of the closed loop integral admittance is lower than that of a natural human joint and generating an assistance ratio of approximately zero for desired frequencies of interest, wherein the controller being stable and passive.9. The resistive exoskeleton control system of claim 8 , wherein the controller generating a loop transfer function having a gain margin greater than 1.10. The resistive exoskeleton control system of claim 8 , wherein a phase of the closed loop integral admittance is defined by /∈[−180° claim 8 , 0°]∀ω.14. An exoskeleton control ...

Exercise Apparatus and Method for Using Same

An exercise apparatus including a vertical support, an arm assembly having first and second arms for engaging the outside of the legs of a human and a coupling assembly for securing the arm assembly to the vertical support. The coupling assembly can include a slide assembly for permitting the arm assembly to move vertically on the support element between an upper position and a lower position as the human moves downwardly relative to the vertical support and a pivot assembly for permitting the first and second arms to move between a contracted position and an extended position as the legs are pivoted away from each other. The first and second arms can be urged towards the contracted position. Methods for operating the exercise apparatus are provided.

Rotational Fitness Apparatus

A fitness apparatus includes a support assembly having a framework selectively mounted to one of a ground surface, building structure, or fitness apparatus. A foot assembly is rotatably coupled to the support assembly and configured such that the foot assembly is displaced above a ground surface. The foot assembly includes a pair of retention members configured to selectively support the feet of a person in a toes-pointed downwardly position and above the ground surface. The fitness apparatus that increases core muscle group activation by making traditional exercises more challenging. It is designed to have the user place their feet in a platform which then allows for three axis of rotation. Height adjustment gives the user more resistance. The largest benefit is that the user can perform these exercises without having to stop to re-adjust their feet.

Front Elevated Stationary Bicycle

A front elevated stationary bicycle. The present system includes a front support member, a rear support member, a central member extending therebetween. A seat is secured on the central member facing the front support member. A pedaling mechanism having a flywheel and a pair of pedals rotatably attached thereto is secured to the central member between the seat and the front end of the central member. The front end of the central member is configured so that it can be vertically adjusted relative to the front support member, such that the pedals can be positioned above the seat. 1) An adjustable front elevated stationary bicycle , comprising:a front support member;a rear support member;a central member having a front end and a rear end extending therebetween, wherein the front end can be vertically adjusted along the front support member and secured thereto with a fastener;a seat disposed on central member;a pedaling mechanism comprising a flywheel and a pair of pedals rotatably attached thereto, wherein the flywheel is configured to offer rotational resistance to the pedals, wherein the pedaling mechanism is positioned between the seat and the front support member.2) The adjustable front elevated stationary bicycle of claim 1 , wherein front member further comprises a base foot and a vertical element attached perpendicularly thereto.3) The adjustable front elevated stationary bicycle of claim 2 , further comprising holes disposed along the vertical element.4) The adjustable front elevated stationary bicycle of claim 3 , wherein the central element further comprises a hollow area adapted to fit around the outer perimeter of the vertical element and a hole disposed on the central element adjacent to the hollow area claim 3 , wherein a security pin can be placed through the hole of the central element and a hole of the vertical element to secure the central element to the vertical element.5) The adjustable front elevated stationary bicycle of claim 4 , wherein the ...

Multifunctional Exercise Machine

A multifunctional exercise machine is an exercise machine that combines a stepper assembly and a stationary bicycle assembly into a single machine. The stepper assembly is positioned on a frame member while the stationary bicycle assembly is positioned on a stand member. The frame member and the stand member are both hingedly connected to a bridge positioned in between the frame member and the stand member. A stepper resetting mechanism is utilized to regulate the movement of a first step pedal and a second step pedal of the stepper assembly. The first step pedal and the second step pedal are slidably engaged to a first rail and a second rail of the frame member. The machine may be utilized in a standing position or in a seated position via an adjustable seat. A handlebar assembly may be utilized for user stability while exercising. 1. A multifunctional exercise machine comprises:a stepper assembly;a stationary bicycle assembly;a stepper resetting mechanism;a frame member;a stand member;a bridge;the stepper assembly comprises a first step pedal and a second step pedal;the first step pedal and the second step pedal being slidably mounted along the frame member;the first step pedal and the second step pedal being positioned opposite to each other about the frame member;the stepper resetting mechanism being operatively connected in between the stepper assembly and the frame member, wherein the stepper resetting mechanism returns the first step pedal and the second step pedal from an actuated position to an equilibrium position;the frame member being hingedly and adjacently connected to the bridge;the stand member being hingedly and adjacently connected to the bridge, opposite to the frame member; andthe stationary bicycle assembly being mounted along the stand member.2. The multifunctional exercise machine as claimed in further comprises:the frame member comprises a first rail and a second rail;the stepper resetting mechanism comprises a pulley and a chain;the first ...

ELLIPTIC-ORBIT TREADMILL

An elliptic-orbit treadmill has a front-end drive portion and a middle drive portion configured on the front end of the pedal, the middle drive portion being pivotally linked to the bottom end of the handle bar on the same side. Each transmission bar set includes a transverse connecting rod and a vertical connecting rod pivotally connected to each other in an elbow style, the rear end of the transverse connecting rod being pivotally connected to the middle section of the handle bar on the same side, while the bottom end of the vertical connecting rod being pivotally connected to the front-end drive portion of the pedal on the same side. The crank provided on the transverse driven shaft at the center of the flywheel is pivotally connected to the middle section of the transverse connecting rod provided on the transmission bar set on the same side. 1. An elliptic-orbit treadmill , comprising a base , a front standing frame , two handle bars provided on the left and right sides , two pedals , two transmission bar sets and a damping mechanism; wherein , the front standing frame is vertically configured on the front end of the base , the damping mechanism is provided at a specific height of the front standing frame , including a flywheel and a resistance regulation wheel that are connected to each other through a drive component , wherein the center of the flywheel has a transverse driven shaft , and the left and right side ends of the transverse driven shaft are configured with two cranks with opposite bending directions; the upper portions of the two handle bars are connected to the front standing frame in a pair at a specific height , and in a state that they can swing vertically; the two pedals are suspended in a pair above the base at spaced heights , the front ends of the two pedals are configured with a front-end drive portion and a middle drive portion spaced at an interval , wherein the middle drive portion is pivotally connected to the bottom end of the handle ...