Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
482148000 | MISCELLANEOUS | 19 |
20080207416 | Flexible pedal - Described is an exercise apparatus that includes reciprocating foot pedal structures where the pedal structures include various mechanisms for absorbing foot impact or forces on the foot. The pedal structures can also include a mechanism for generating a biasing force generally normal to the upper surface of the foot pedal effective to restore the pedal to its normal position after foot impact. The impact absorbing mechanisms can include resilient members, fluid filled bladders and hinge arrangements. | 08-28-2008 |
20080214373 | ARTICLE AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING AN EXERCISE AND HOLDING AN OBJECT USED IN THE EXERCISE - The present invention is an article comprising a loop of inelastic material for use by a person to perform an exercise on a mat and that is capable of holding a rolled mat. If the exercise is yoga, the loop is a multi-functional device that can be used a strap, a cushion, a slip-prevention article and as a towel. Stitching can be provided to provide visual guidance for proper posture. The loop has a length equal to or greater than 15 inches such that it can be knotted by the person to hold the rolled mat either by hand or across the shoulder before and after yoga. | 09-04-2008 |
20080287274 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TORSO MUSCLE LENGTHENING - Posture improvement by conducting a set of stretch protocols with an inelastic strap which lengthen front torso muscles in order to reduce forward head position, and to decrease rounded shoulders. Posture improvement is monitored by periodically taking hip to rib, sternum to shoulder, and shoulder to shoulder measurements. The protocols may be performed at home, or in groups such as company sponsored activity. The strap may include markings to permit a participant to readily determine desired hand positions on the strap for a stretch protocol. | 11-20-2008 |
20090062093 | Beanbag Yoga Block - A beanbag yoga block comprised of a sewn cover and firmly filled with loose flowing, pellet-like material. This new construction method provides the essential effects of a rigid block or brick, with the added benefits a soft yoga block provides. The dimensions of the invention do not vary widely from 4 inches (height) by 6 inches (width) by 9 inches (length), which are the predetermined dimensions of traditional (prior art) yoga blocks and which allow the full functioning of the beanbag yoga block for its intended purposes. The beanbag yoga block serves all the requirements of traditional yoga blocks, whereby adding the advantages: economical, environmentally-friendly, wider market appeal, versatility of use, versatility of design, ease and comfort of use, and domestically produced materials which generate more revenue for the economy. | 03-05-2009 |
20090088306 | Dead lifting method and suit - A suit particularly for dead lifters comprises a front having a neckline substantially higher than in the back. This covers more of the front of the chest and reduces the tendency of the lifter to bend the upper torso forwardly. A method comprises wearing the suit while deadlifting. | 04-02-2009 |
20090111671 | Exercise device and method for testing and/or strengthening muscles of the pelvic diaphragm - An adjustable, weight resistance exercise device and method for testing and/or strengthening muscles of the pelvic diaphragm comprising an elongated, semi-rigid tube and a resilient balloon member. The tube has a first end that is formed to accommodate a hose barb and a second end. The balloon member covers the second end approximately two inches to a sealed end. A syringe is connected to the hose barb allowing fluid or gas such as water or air to flow through a passageway of the tube into the balloon member. The balloon member expands under the pressure forming a reservoir of varying diameter, length, and weight. | 04-30-2009 |
20090192028 | Yoga comfort system wedge - A yoga comfort system wedge is provided constructed of medium density, high quality, closed cell foam materials and adhesives comprised of layers and septums which create a uniquely flexible prop. The construction forms a triangularly shaped yoga, fitness, or therapeutic device in the form of a flexible wedge which allows users to achieve or maintain certain poses, stretches, exercises or therapeutic positions while improving tactile comfort and aiding range of motion. Said device has advantages over traditional types of yoga, meditation, fitness, or therapy devices. The invention allows for users with specific physical limitations to comfortably modify and maintain desired poses or exercises which would not ordinarily be possible, while at the same time provides for the advanced user to practice their highly skilled activities with greater comfort and ease. | 07-30-2009 |
20090197749 | Wearable fitness device and fitness device interchangeable with plural wearable articles - The present invention relates to wearable fitness device and fitness device interchangeable with plural wearable articles. In certain embodiments, the wearable fitness device includes a wearable article having a structure therein or thereon configured and dimensioned for holding a fitness device such as a pedometer in an oriented position. Fashion accessories with functional fitness device are described, thereby allowing one to track their steps while at work, shopping, an evening out, or anytime one is on the move. Further, a fitness device is provided that can capture steps practically and comfortably during a normal person's daily routine. | 08-06-2009 |
20100041531 | METHOD FOR PERFORMING BODY EXERCISES - A method of using a self-contained portable exercise apparatus for performing upper and/or lower body exercises. The method includes performing a body exercise without weights using an elastic cord, a stability ball, and/or a stretch cord with an apparatus having a ground-engaging base plate which rigidly supports first and second vertical members, where each vertical member has aligned clearance openings. Holding members are attached to the base plate for removably holding stretch cords and a support bar is removably received by two aligned clearance openings in the first and second vertical members. | 02-18-2010 |
20100062918 | Elliptical Exercise and Recreational Appliance - A versatile foam appliance having an elliptical block shape in various sizes used for resistance training during yoga and other isotonic exercise routines both by support via resistant pressure between specific body parts of a user, and by placing between the user and any stable, flat surface. | 03-11-2010 |
20100152007 | Exercise apparatus - Exercise apparatus includes rotatable horizontal cylinder supporting user in a wide variety of excercises. Transversely spaced elongated handles extend from behind and lower than the cylinder upward and forward to substantially higher than the cylinder. The frame, cylinder, and elongated handles arranged so that user's body is supported primarily by the cylinder while user's hands can grasp the elongated handles sequentially higher and lower positions and can selectively pull and push translating user's body fore and aft on the cylinder. In exemplary embodiment, handles are bowed with upper portions positioned substantially above said cylinder to enable user sitting on said cylinder to reach upward and grasp handle upper portions, and frame includes transversely spaced posts, handles include portions extending downward to engage posts. Other features include lower handle set, vertically adjustable cylinder and soft surface cylinder and handles. | 06-17-2010 |
20100184573 | Fitness Apparatus - An fitness apparatus is adapted for use by employing, a first shaft member, a second shaft member, at least one receptacle, and at least one substantially perpendicular extension. The first shaft member includes a longitudinal portion, a base portion, and a longitudinal sleeve portion extending from opposing ends, while the longitudinal sleeve portion is configured to receive a second shaft member. The second shaft member includes a plate member and a sub-member which extend from opposing ends, while the sub-member is configured to adapt the longitudinal sleeve portion. The at least one substantially perpendicular extension extends from the at least one receptacle. The first shaft member and the second shaft member cooperate to secure the fitness apparatus between two or more planes. | 07-22-2010 |
20100240509 | MULTI-FUNCTIONAL YOGA BRICK - A multi-functional yoga brick comprises a multi-sectional holding portion at a middle section thereof. The holding portion has a shape of “8”, or a round shape or an elliptical shape. The holding portion has a through hole or no through hole. The holding portion has a plurality of layers. The multi-functional yoga brick is an elastic body. The multi-functional yoga brick is made of elastic plastics or rubber or injected plastic material. The user has a better balance in exercise and can support effectively so as to expand the body. | 09-23-2010 |
20100240510 | SENSORY TRAINING TOOL - An apparatus and a method for sensory training of a subject with a limb sensory impairment, the apparatus comprising at least three stimulating tactile elements wherein each tactile element comprises at least two tactile features distinctively different from the textile features of the other two tactile elements; and a connecting member adapted to mechanically connect the at least three tactile elements. | 09-23-2010 |
20100298106 | SHOULDER STRETCHER ASSEMBLY - The shoulder stretcher assembly detachably connects to a chair frame of a chair. It includes an elongated support assembly that includes a substantially vertical portion securely supportable adjacent to a rear portion of a chair frame of a chair. An upper portion of the elongated support assembly projects forwardly from the substantially vertical portion so as to extend over the chair. The upper portion includes a pulley assembly attaching element for attaching a pulley assembly for supporting a cable assembly. | 11-25-2010 |
20100317498 | COLLAPSIBLE TRUSS ASSEMBLY - A collapsible truss assembly is described herein. One component includes a layered u-bracket including a first u-bracket connected to the collapsible truss assembly, having a first channel, a first surface opposing the channel, and a first aperture that spans from the first surface to the first channel and is of a particular diameter. The layered u-bracket also includes a second u-bracket having a second channel, a second surface opposing the second channel, and a second aperture that spans from the second surface to the second channel and is of the particular diameter. For the layered u-bracket, the second channel is flush with the first surface, and the first and second apertures are aligned. | 12-16-2010 |
20130123084 | EQUIPMENT FOR IMPROVING PHYSICAL FITNESS - The invention discloses an equipment for improving physical fitness, whose primary aspect is muscle strengthening. Another objective of the invention, besides maximizing muscle development, is to minimize the risk of injury during and after practices. The invention has a comfortable, tailor-made design shell ( | 05-16-2013 |
20130150221 | Posture Development and Exercise Device - A posture development and exercise device including a back contact portion configured to contact the back of a user, and an arm bar coupled to the back contact portion and configured to extend laterally from the back contact portion such that the arm bar extends laterally on each side of the user in response to the back contact portion being in contact with the back of the user. | 06-13-2013 |
20130281274 | PLATFORM FOR EXERCISE APPARATUS AND OTHER DEVICES - An a platform, which may also be referred to as an amenity platform, that may stand alone or be attached to a human form disposition element, such as a chair, desk, or an exercise device. Said amenity platform comprises a tray supported by a platform frame having an essentially u-shape with opposing, essentially parallel, bars extending from opposite ends of a platform frame base. One or more arm rests with pads are attached to the platform. The arms rests may roll or vibrate, providing a massaging effect. The arms rests may be movable or articulated with respect to the platform tray. | 10-24-2013 |