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| 20080200310 | Real-Time Comparison of Athletic Information - An apparatus compares athletic information relating to a user performing an athletic activity. The apparatus has a module ( | 08-21-2008 |
| 20080200311 | Gymnastic machine - A gymnastic machine ( | 08-21-2008 |
| 20080214357 | Exercise intra-repetition assessment system - An intra-repetition exercise system which allows comparison of actual performance of intra-repetition exercise characteristics ( | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080220940 | Exercise monitoring device, exercise monitoring program storage medium, and exercise monitoring method - An exercise monitoring device includes: a setting section which sets a user's age and resting pulse rate; a calculating section which calculates a pulse rate range of aerobic exercise on the basis of the age and the resting pulse rate set by the setting section; a sensor which measures a working pulse rate of the user; a monitoring section which monitors whether or not the pulse rate measured by the sensor is within the pulse rate range calculated by the calculating section; and a notifying section which notifies the user of a result of monitoring obtained by the monitoring section. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20080234107 | Electrical Signature Analysis to Quantify Human and Animal Performance on Fitness and Therapy Equipment such as a Treadmill - The invention is a human and animal performance data acquisition, analysis, and diagnostic system for fitness and therapy devices having an interface box removably disposed on incoming power wiring to a fitness and therapy device, at least one current transducer removably disposed on said interface box for sensing current signals to said fitness and therapy device, and a means for analyzing, displaying, and reporting said current signals to determine human and animal performance on said device using measurable parameters. | 09-25-2008 |
| 20080242512 | DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR RECEIVING, RECORDING AND DISPLAYING INFORMATION RELATING TO PHYSICAL EXERCISE - Devices, systems and methods for receiving, recording, and/or displaying information related to physical exercise are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, an instrumented weight pin for use with a stacked weight exercise machine includes a shaft portion extending outwardly from a handle portion. In this embodiment, the shaft portion is configured to be removably positioned adjacent to one or more weights of the exercise machine to selectively engage the one or more weights during use of the exercise machine. The weight pin can further include a load sensor and/or an accelerometer. The load sensor and/or the accelerometer can provide information associated with an exercise set to a data storage device carried by the weight pin. The data storage device can be operably coupled to a user computer or other display device so that information relating to the exercise set can be displayed for viewing by the user. | 10-02-2008 |
| 20080242513 | CALORIE COUNTER FOR WEIGHT LIFTING - An apparatus, device, and method for measuring and displaying the amount of calories expended by a person engaged in weight lifting. In an exemplary embodiment, the apparatus senses the displacement of a weight through the use of a sensor and a computer translates that displacement into caloric expenditure. A display provides the user with a visual report of the amount of caloric expenditure as well as other fitness parameters of the workout. The cumulative amount of calories expended over a length of time may also be provided to the user. The user can control the information displayed and the operations performed through the user interface. The apparatus and device may allow for more than one user at a time. Audible signals may be generated to inform the user about different fitness parameters. | 10-02-2008 |
| 20080254944 | Monitoring of a Wearable Athletic Device - An athletic system for monitoring the condition of a wearable athletic device includes the wearable athletic device, first and second input parameters, a computer readable memory, and a microprocessor. At least one of the parameters may be provided a measurement device that may also be part of the athletic system or may be separate therefrom. The first parameter comprises at least one of an event count and a travel distance, while the second parameter comprises at least one of an athletic footwear device identifier, a physical property of the athletic footwear device, a physiological condition, an environmental condition, an event rate, a velocity, and an acceleration. The computer readable memory contains instructions for calculating a condition of the athletic footwear device. The microprocessor is configured to perform the instructions in order to calculate the condition of the athletic footwear device, the calculation being based at least in part on the parameters. | 10-16-2008 |
| 20080254945 | Portable isometric exercise device with resistance generated by a spring force, including an electronic light or sound indicator to signal that a constant force level is being maintained - The present invention is a portable isometric exercise device with resistance generated by a spring force including an electronic light or sound indicator to signal that a constant force level is being maintained. When a force is applied to the spring and a desired level of resistance is achieved, a continuous signal will be generated to advise the user that the isometric force exercise is being maintained. If the force is reduced, the signal will terminate to advise the user that the user has not maintained the required level of resistance. | 10-16-2008 |
| 20080254946 | Electronic Device and Method for Reproducing a Human Perceptual Signal - The method of reproducing a human perceptual signal comprises the steps of selecting ( | 10-16-2008 |
| 20080261776 | System and method for computing performance - A system and method of calculating athlete performance, may include receiving information relating to at least one date of performance of physical activity and generating a proposed training schedule, including one or more training sessions, corresponding to the at least one date of performance of physical activity. Further, the system and method may include receiving information relating to records of the athlete's prior performances, and determining a performance model including predicted athlete performance based on the calculated training schedule and the prior performances. | 10-23-2008 |
| 20080269018 | MOBILE COMMUNICATION TERMINAL AND METHOD - A method for providing a user interface of an exercise application of a mobile communication terminal having a display. The method includes accepting a first input defining a user layout of containers for exercise related measurements; accepting a second input for associating an exercise related measurement with each of the containers; and when exercising is determined to have begun, displaying the user layout of the containers on the display, each container showing an associated exercise related measurement. Further methods, mobile terminals, system, and computer program products related to exercise applications in mobile terminals are also presented. | 10-30-2008 |
| 20080300109 | PHYSICAL ACTIVITY MANAGER - A system that facilitates activity management and tracking with respect to an individual is disclosed. The innovation employs the notion of establishing a strategy to compress activity information into an identifying indicia (e.g., two-dimensional barcode) that can be processed (e.g., scanned) by a wide array of devices (e.g., mobile phone, personal data assistant). The innovation discloses a system that facilitates the ability to plan, monitor and log activity of an individual. The planning phase enables a user or third party (e.g., health-care professional) to proactively define an exercise or activity regimen for a user. The monitoring phase enables real-time fitness and/or activity tracking of an individual. Finally, the logging phase enables a user to log the information into a fitness log that can be subsequently used in health or fitness-related assessment. | 12-04-2008 |
| 20080312040 | Exercise Aid Device - An exercise aid device has a hip supporting member movable relative to a base, footrests movable relative to the base, drive means for driving the hip supporting member, body constitution estimating unit for estimating at least one of fat mass and muscle mass of a user, and a controller for the drive means. The controller controls the drive means such that a load acting on a femoral region by own weight of the user supported on the hip supporting member changes according to a relative positional displacement between the user's toe and trochanter major, the positional displacement is allowed in a direction of flexion and extension of knee joint of the user, and an angle of the knee joint is maintained substantially constant. In addition, since the controller controls the drive means by use of an output of the body constitution estimating unit, it is possible to provide an exercise with less burden to the knee joint and a suitable strength for the user. | 12-18-2008 |
| 20080312041 | Systems and Methods of Telemonitoring - A monitoring system can be used with a passive exercise-type machine, or a touch pad. An exercise schedule can be transferred to the system for use with the passive exercise-type machine. In an alternate embodiment, an exercise program can be presented for use with the touch pad. | 12-18-2008 |
| 20090005220 | Mobile Communication Terminal Having Exercise Quantity Measurement Function and Method of Measuring Exercise Quantity Using the Same - Disclosed is a method of measuring the amount of exercise using a mobile communication terminal equipped with an acceleration sensor capable of measuring movement of a user. The method includes the steps of: a) measuring acceleration according to a change in the location of the mobile communication terminal by the acceleration sensor and detecting acceleration values of the terminal expressed in an orthogonal coordinate system where the acceleration sensor is set to a reference position; b) calculating gravitational acceleration direction values of the acceleration of the terminal from the acceleration values of the terminal detected in step a); c) detecting relative values of the acceleration values with respect to the gravitational acceleration direction values; and d) calculating the movement amount from the detected relative values. | 01-01-2009 |
| 20090017991 | Fitness equipment meter display storage - A fitness equipment meter display storage apparatus includes a fitness equipment body and a meter installed on a frame at the front of the fitness equipment body and having a button/signal input unit on a surface of the meter for transmitting a signal to an internal microprocessor. The meter includes a microprocessor MCU in the meter, a power supply unit for supplying required electric power, an AV OUT control element connected to the microprocessor for outputting the data of the microprocessor by audio and video signals, and a large display device having an AV IN control element connected to the AV OUT control element of the meter through an AV signal line for displaying the exercise status of a user, such that the user can know about the exercise volume and the whole physiological condition while doing exercises, so as to make an appropriate adjustment for the best exercise effect. | 01-15-2009 |
| 20090048069 | BOXING DEVICE AND RELATED METHODS - A boxing device may include a substrate, at least one impact sensor carried by the substrate for detecting impacts from the at least one user, a user input device for receiving personal characteristic data for the at least one user, and a controller coupled to the impact sensor and the user input device. The controller may be for determining performance data based upon detected impacts, and weighting the performance data based upon the personal characteristic of the at least one user. | 02-19-2009 |
| 20090048070 | Sports electronic training system with electronic gaming features, and applications thereof - A sports electronic training system with electronic gaming features, and applications thereof, are disclosed. In an embodiment, the system comprises at least one monitor and a portable electronic processing device for receiving data from the at least one monitor and providing feedback to an individual based on the received data. The monitor can be a motion monitor that measures an individual's performance such as, for example, speed, pace and distance for a runner. Other monitors might include a heart rate monitor, a temperature monitor, an altimeter, et cetera. In an embodiment, an input is provided to an electronic game based on data obtained from the at least one monitor that effects, for example, an avatar, a digitally created character, an action within the game, or a game score of the electronic game. | 02-19-2009 |
| 20090054209 | BODY MOTION DETECTION DEVICE CAPABLE OF PROPERLY MANAGING INFORMATION ON NUMBER OF STEPS IN WALKING EXERCISE - A Nordic walking pole has a transmission device attached thereto and a switch thereof is pushed to transmit a signal indicating the start or end of Nordic walking. A pedometer receives the signal from the transmission device to thereby detect that the start or end of Nordic walking is instructed (S | 02-26-2009 |
| 20090062073 | EXERCISE RECORDING SYSTEM - An exercise recording system suitable for recording the exercise information of a user is provided. The exercise recording system includes an electronic tag, a reading module and a back-end data server. Identification information corresponding to the user is recorded inside the electronic tag, and the user exercises along an exercise path. The reading module is disposed on the exercise path so as to read the identification information recorded inside the electronic tag. The back-end data server receives the identification information transmitted from the reading module to retrieve essential information for calculating exercise information of the user. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20090062074 | Abdominal exercise device with alarm - An abdominal exercise device is described that includes an alarm means to promote proper user positioning for abdominal muscle isolation. The exercise device includes a frame; a seat carried on the frame; a backrest attached to the frame, the backrest including a mounting plate and a backrest pad pivotally attached to the mounting plate; a user perceivable alarm; a first sensor associated with the backrest to sense the pressure exerted by the user on the backrest, the first sensor activating the alarm when the pressure is outside a preset range; and, optionally, a second sensor associated with the backrest to sense the angle of the backrest pad, the second sensor activating the alarm when the angle is outside a preset range. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20090062075 | Rocking type exercising apparatus - A rocking type exercising apparatus includes a movable unit on which a user rides, a driving unit for causing the movable unit to perform a rocking motion, and a rocking motion changing unit for changing the rocking motion of the movable unit driven to rock by the driving unit. The rocking type exercising apparatus also includes a display unit, responsive to the change in the rocking motion caused by the rocking motion changing unit, for displaying loads to be applied to a plurality of body regions of the user. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20090075781 | SYSTEM FOR INCORPORATING DATA FROM BIOMETRIC DEVICES INTO A FEEDBACK MESSAGE TO A MOBILE DEVICE - A system and method for using biometric data received from a user to generate feedback messages for transmission to the user while the user performs a physical activity. Wireless biometric sensors such as those used to monitor heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse rate are integrated into a user's diet and exercise plan and the personalized instruction that the individual receives. An expert system uses the biometric data to monitor the effectiveness of the physical activity and generate feedback messages. The expert system then sends the messages to the user's mobile device. The messages may inform the user of the biometric data, may provide positive reinforcement related to the user's progress toward a stated goal, or may suggest modifications to the physical activity to assist the user in reaching a stated goal. | 03-19-2009 |
| 20090098980 | USER INTERFACE AND METHODS OF USING IN EXERCISE EQUIPMENT - An application programmable interface (API) configured to present a selection of video games having interactive gaming content responsive to a variety of physical motion of the exercise equipment that is powered by the equipment user and designed to encourage ongoing participation by the user in various physical activity scenarios. The API is configured to merge exercise equipment with video gaming that is interoperatively compatible across multiple exerciser hardware configurations, across multiple gaming system equipment configurations, and across independent display monitors. Gaming content is designed to interactively encourage continued and varying exercising by associating the motions of the exercise equipment with changes in audio visual content presented on the monitor or by other gaming system configurations. | 04-16-2009 |
| 20090105046 | Exercise Recliner - The present invention is directed to an exercise recliner and in particular a recliner chair that conceals an exercise device. An exercise recliner is provided which includes a recliner chair and an exercise device. The exercise device is mounted to a movable and extendable frame that is associated with a power mechanism, an actuating mechanism and a locking mechanism allowing the exercise device to be moved rectilinearly between an extended position and a retracted position. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20090118100 | MOBILE EXERCISE ENHANCEMENT WITH VIRTUAL COMPETITION - A glanceable interface presented by a computing device to a user while the user engages in physical exercise can provide information regarding exercise-related data within the context of the user's exercise-oriented goals. In particular, the glanceable interface can display the difference between a user's current exercise level and a target level, optionally with instructions how to reach the target level. Once the target level is reached, the glanceable display can provide raw exercise-related data to the user. In addition, virtual competition can be based on a target-achievement-score that is based on the amount of time, and the accuracy with which, a competitor maintains their exercise level within a target exercise level zone. Competitors can be automatically selected based on the closeness of their target-achievement-scores to the user's target-achievement-score, so long as at least one competitor has a higher target-achievement-score than the user so as to further motivate the user. | 05-07-2009 |
| 20090143199 | Body Movement Detecting Apparatus - A body movement detecting apparatus includes a body movement data acquiring unit that acquires body movement data relating to a body movement of a user; a body movement discriminating unit that discriminates whether the body movement is a walking exercise or an exercise other than the walking exercise; and a computing unit that calculates a consumption energy during the walking exercise on the basis of the body movement data discriminated as the walking exercise, calculates the consumption energy at the time of exercise other than the walking exercise on the basis of the body movement data of the body movement which is discriminated as the exercise other than the walking exercise, and calculates the consumption energy by the body movement of the user by adding these consumption energy. | 06-04-2009 |
| 20090163322 | WEARABLE DEVICE ASSEMBLY HAVING ATHLETIC FUNCTIONALITY - A wearable device has a carrier having an aperture. A device has a USB connection and a protrusion wherein the protrusion is received in the aperture to connect the device to the carrier. The device is a USB type device having athletic functionality. | 06-25-2009 |
| 20090163323 | RESISTANCE EXERCISE METHOD AND SYSTEM - Methods and systems for exercise by performing exercise sets in a sequence progressing from exertion of larger to smaller muscles; with the exercise movement performed using slow movements. Each exercise set is performed to a point of momentary failure. The slow movement is at a rate of less than about thirty degrees per second. The exercise sets are performed with as little rest between each exercise set as global or central fatigue will allow. Resistance is applied during each exercise set to produce muscle failure within a predefined time under tension parameter. | 06-25-2009 |
| 20090170663 | Electrical Signal Analysis to Assess the Physical Condition of a Human or Animal - The invention is a human and animal performance data acquisition, analysis, and diagnostic system for fitness and therapy devices having an interface box removably disposed on incoming power wiring to a fitness and therapy device, at least one current transducer removably disposed on said interface box for sensing current signals to said fitness and therapy device, and a means for analyzing, displaying, and reporting said current signals to determine human and animal performance on said device using measurable parameters. | 07-02-2009 |
| 20090176620 | SYSTEMS FOR DETERMINING THE POSITION OF A PUNCHING BAG - A punching bag system is provided for determining the position of a punching bag. A punching bag is suspended by a coupling from a stand which permits the punching bag to travel between an up position where it is in contact with a contact area on the stand, and a down position where it is free from contact with the stand. Light-emitting devices and light-receiving devices are radially positioned on the stand between the coupling and the contact area. Light is emitted from the light-emitting devices and reflected into the light-receiving devices when the punching bag is in the up position. The light-receiving devices generate an output proportional to the amount of light received therein which is analyzed to determine if the punching bag is in the up position. A metric is determined based in part on the determined position and is presented by an output device. | 07-09-2009 |
| 20090221403 | Apparatus and Method for Counting Exercise Repetitions - An apparatus and method for counting exercise repetitions are provided for accurate counting exercise repetition even when an exerciser attaches the apparatus in different places and along different orientations of his or her body. The apparatus and method utilizing acceleration data along at least three axes and determines a valid step if at least one of the acceleration profiles falls within at least one of said thresholds. Moreover, a method of identifying an optimal axis for exercise repetition measurement is disclosed by comparing the acceleration profiles of previous steps with amplitude, cycle and rhythm thresholds. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20090221404 | INTERFACING PORTABLE MEDIA DEVICES AND SPORTS EQUIPMENT - Circuits, methods, and apparatus that allow sports or other equipment, such as gym or other cardio equipment, to write data to a media player. Examples further provide the uploading of this data to a computer and third-party website. To monitor progress, the third-party website can be used to track workout data over time. The third party-website can also collect data from other users, which is particularly useful for providing a competitive environment. This data can then be graphically displayed in various ways to provide encouragement. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20090239709 | Health management feedback method using fitness equipments - A health management feedback method by using fitness equipments comprises that a feedback unit proposes at least one seductive health management feedback plan for feedback to user and the health management feedback plan including the matching fitness equipment and a feedback plan for setting the execution result to realize seductive factors, wherein once user using fitness equipment being confirmed for self-use achieves the execution result predefined by health management feedback system, feedback unit is through feedback of the resource obtained by user to realize seductive factors, and the predefined objective of the feedback plan proposed by feedback unit is achieved through the execution result done by user. | 09-24-2009 |
| 20090239710 | Training and instructing support device - A personal device is provided for measuring a training activity of a trainee having a body part which moves during this training activity, this movement at least partially defining said training activity. The device comprises a sensing unit adapted to repeatedly measure, during the training activity, parameters associated with the movement of the body part, and wherein the sensing unit comprising at least accelerometer means, a compass and, optimally, gyroscope means. The device further comprises means for attaching the sensing unit to the body part and a processor adapted to receive from the sensing unit the parameters and to calculate based thereon, data indicative of the training activity. In addition, there are provided a system for use by an instructor in instructing of a plurality of participants engaged in an activity, a communication system for communicating with one or more swimmers, the system comprising a transmitting module adapted to communicate in accordance with a wireless communication protocol with at least one receiving module associated with at least one swimmer, and a method for automated training one or more swimmers accordingly. | 09-24-2009 |
| 20090247368 | SPORTS HEALTH CARE APPARATUS WITH PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING FUNCTION - The present invention includes a handheld device and a main device, wherein the handheld device is held by an athlete and the main device is moved with the athlete. Through a measuring device acquiring a physiological condition of the athlete and a movement state of the handheld device and transmitting thereof to the main device, the main device can produce an exercise indication signal according thereto, so that the athlete can obtain an exercise direction and also can manage the physical condition during exercise. | 10-01-2009 |
| 20090253555 | Inner Circle Mouse Pad - An exercise ring with properties ideally suited for exercising by a user sitting at a desk or work station is disclosed. The exercise ring is nested within the outer rim of a computer mouse pad such that a user may easily remove the device and use it while seated at a desk or work station and serves the second function as a wrist rest when mounted on the mouse pad. The exercise ring is made of elastic material that exhibits high visco-elastic properties when being manually stretched and contracted. The unique visco-elastic properties cause the exercise ring to exert a larger force on the user's muscles when the ring is being stretched and a smaller force is exerted on the user's muscles while the ring is being contracted. This combination of exercise ring properties has been found to provide an optimum work out when exercising in a confined space and reduces the chance of the user being impacted by an accidentally released exercise ring. Frequent exercise is encouraged by additional embodiments that introduce new exercise regimens to the user and track the users exercise habits. | 10-08-2009 |
| 20090258758 | MOBILE SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR HEALTH, EXERCISE AND COMPETITION - An exercise system includes a local system having an exercise apparatus and an associated local computer, where the local computer controls and monitors the operation and use, respectively, of the exercise apparatus. The system further includes a remote system having a remote computer, and a transmission medium preferably including the Internet that couples the local system to the remote system for data communication between the local system and the remote system. The remote system may receive local system data from the local system concerning the use of the exercise apparatus, and the local system may receive remote system data from the remote system concerning the operation of the exercise apparatus. The local computer preferably controls the operation of the exercise apparatus based upon a modifiable script stored in a read/write memory of the local computer, which can be updated by the remote system. A method for controlling an exercise apparatus includes running a modifiable script on a local computer to control the use and to monitor the operation of an exercise apparatus, and communicating with a remote system, preferably via the Internet, to provide the remote system with data concerning the use of the exercise apparatus. The script is stored in read/write memory of the local computer and remote system data received from the remote system may include at least a portion of a new script to be stored in the read/write memory of the local computer. | 10-15-2009 |
| 20090270227 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND DEVICES FOR SIMULATING REAL WORLD TERRAIN ON AN EXERCISE DEVICE - An exercise system includes one or more exercise devices that communicate via a network with a communication system. The communication system stores and/or generates exercise programming for use on the exercise device. The exercise programming is able to control one or more operating parameters of the exercise device to simulate terrain found at a remote, real world location. The exercise programming can include images/videos of the remote, real world location. The control signals and the images/videos can be synchronized so that a user of the exercise device is able to experience, via the changing operating parameters, the topographical characteristics of the remote, real world location as well as see images of the location. | 10-29-2009 |
| 20090291804 | TOTAL BODY EXERCISE METHODS AND APPARATUS - An exercise apparatus includes a frame, an arm supporting member, and a leg supporting member. A sensor is connected to at least one of the arm supporting member and the leg supporting member, and/or a resilient member is interconnected between the arm supporting member and either the leg supporting member or the frame. The sensor communicates with a user display and/or a resistance device to indicate the amounts of work performed by the arm supporting member and the leg supporting member, and/or to adjust resistance to movement of the leg supporting member as a function of user force applied against the arm supporting member. The resilient member encourages synchronization of the arm supporting member and the leg supporting member, while allowing some relative movement therebetween. A user interface displays data associated with exercise activity, including relative amounts of work performed by a user's arms and legs and/or performed during different phases of exercise, including discrete aerobic and anaerobic phases. The interface display and the level of resistance are preferably changed as part of the transition between phases. | 11-26-2009 |
| 20090298650 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR INTERACTIVE FITNESS TRAINING PROGRAM - A system and method of providing an interactive training program by monitoring a user's actions is disclosed. A user is prompted through the interactive training program to perform certain movements, the user's movements are monitored relative to the prompted movements, and feedback is provided to the user through the program. | 12-03-2009 |
| 20090312151 | Methods and systems for computerized talk test - Methods and devices for executing a computerized talk test, comprising: following an exercise program; providing auditory signals from time to time; recording a user talking according to the auditory signals; analyzing the recordings to identify predefined properties; and providing an indication of the user's current heart rate training zone based on the analysis results. Other embodiments discuss a device configured to determine when a user approximately sustains a fixed level of physical effort and then execute a computerized talk test, and a device configured to identify a user's heart rate training zone based on identification of involuntary interruptions in the user's voice speech. | 12-17-2009 |
| 20090318267 | GAIT TRAINER PROVIDING EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION - Provided are a gait trainer which provides exercise prescription and an exercise prescription system using the gait trainer. The gait trainer comprises a display, pedals on which user's feet are placed, a control unit which receives physical information about the physical condition of the user while the pedals are moving, defines an optimal exercise prescription based on the physical information, and provides the defined exercise prescription to the display. The control unit accesses a server belonging to a health-related organization through a predetermined network, and defines the exercise prescription with the aid of the health expertise received from the server. Since the exercise prescription suitable for the user is provided, exercise efficiency is maximized and possible dangerous health situations can be prevented. | 12-24-2009 |
| 20090325766 | EXERCISE CONDITION DETECTION APPARATUS, EXERCISE CONDITION DETECTION PROGRAM, AND EXERCISE CONDITION DETECTION METHOD - There is provided an exercise condition detection apparatus that detects a physical exercise condition. The exercise condition detection apparatus includes: an exercise intensity calculation section | 12-31-2009 |
| 20100004096 | STATE-OF-EXERCISE MEASURING APPARATUS AND BIOMETRIC APPARATUS - The invention provides a state-of-exercise measuring apparatus and a biometric apparatus configured to measure a state of exercise of a user accurately and easily in real time by calculating biometric impedances of the user doing an exercise and utilizing a change of the biometric impedances. A state-of-exercise measuring apparatus according to an aspect of the invention includes: a conducting electrode configured to come into contact with the user to supply an electric current; a measuring electrode configured to acquire a voltage of the electric current being supplied from the conducting electrode and flowing in the user's body; a biometric impedance calculating unit configured to calculate a biometric impedance of the user from a current value supplied from the conducting electrode and a voltage value measured by the measuring electrode; and a state determining unit configured to determine a state of exercise on the basis of a first biometric impedance value of the user in a predetermined state and a second biometric impedance value of the user in a state of exercise different from the predetermined state. | 01-07-2010 |
| 20100004097 | Online Sporting System - According to at least some embodiments of the present invention: (i) a user's non-stationary exertion is detected; (ii) a virtual terrain is provided; and (iii) the detected non-stationary exertion is normalized for the virtual terrain. This is different than any stationary exercise machines that may normalize exertion for a virtual terrain because non-stationary exertion is used. This allows the user to exercise in a non-stationary way, such as by running cross-country. Non-stationary exercise is an advantage of at least some embodiments of the present invention because users often prefer non-stationary exercise to stationary exercise. At least some embodiments of the present invention make it possible to use mapping onto virtual terrains possible even in the non-stationary context. It is further noted that the present invention uses a virtual terrain (see DEFINITIONS section), rather than a virtual course (see DEFINITIONS section) without virtualized terrain factors (see DEFINITIONS section). By virtualizing terrain factors into a virtual terrain, at least some embodiments of the present invention provide a more realistic, realistically competitive and/or pleasing exercise experience for the user(s). By using both non-stationary exertion detection and a virtual terrain, in a single system in combination, exercise can be made more fun, competitive, pleasant and/or less unpleasant. | 01-07-2010 |
| 20100009810 | Method and Apparatus for Interfacing Between a Wearable Electronic Device and a Server and An Article of Fitness Equipment - The user puts on a wearable electronic device at a gym and the wearable electronic device updates itself wirelessly through a server with a fitness session for the user that is stored within a plurality of user workout routines in a database as part of the server. The fitness session is a sequence of exercises the user should perform at the gym where the wearable electronic device provides an indication to the user of the various exercises. The user determines which exercises to complete and thereafter at the end of the fitness session the user's progress is stored back to the database. On a subsequent visit to the gym a second fitness session is derived based upon the first fitness session where preferably this second fitness session is derived with the assistance of a trained professional. Optionally if an article of fitness equipment is busy, the user is advised of another article of fitness equipment to utilize. Optionally the machines are equipped with a wireless interface that allows the wearable electronic device to know which machine is being used. | 01-14-2010 |
| 20100009811 | PERSONAL TRAINING DEVICE USING GPS DATA - A personal training device ( | 01-14-2010 |
| 20100022354 | EXERCISE EQUIPMENT WITH MOVABLE HANDLE BARS TO SIMULATE STEERING MOTION IN A SIMULATED ENVIRONMENT AND METHODS THEREFOR - An apparatus of exercise equipment with movable handle bars to simulate steering motion in a virtual environment and methods therefor are disclosed. One embodiment of the apparatus includes, exercise equipment having a display unit and a computing unit, a foot actuator mounted on a frame of the exercise equipment, a seat assembly coupled to a rail mounted on the frame of the exercise equipment, and/or a handle bar coupled to the seat assembly on one side. The handle bar can be programmable or reprogrammable to cause a leftwards steering motion or a rightwards steering motion to be simulated in the virtual environment in response to rotation in a given direction. | 01-28-2010 |
| 20100035725 | COMPETITIVE RUNNING MANAGEMENT - A management system for managing a group of athletes from a remote location using, for example, the internet. A website is accessible to a manager such as a coach and the athletes. Data may be entered as to performance times of the athletes. An algorithm of the system uses performance times to generate suggested workouts, such as a five paced workout with two paces slower than a performed time and two paces faster than the performed time. Several events may be practiced at five paces. Entered times are automatically converted to graph form to accentuate areas of weakness and potential improvement. The system generates calendar scheduling of workouts and can display both practice and competitive results. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100035726 | CARDIO-FITNESS STATION WITH VIRTUAL-REALITY CAPABILITY - In one embodiment, a stationary exercise station is provided. The stationary exercise station includes a computer which may run a computer program. The computer program simulates the motion of a first virtual bicycle and a second virtual bicycle. The first virtual bicycle and the second virtual bicycle riding through a predetermined landscape. The computer program simulates moving images seen by the virtual rider of the first virtual bicycle while riding through the predetermined landscape. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100035727 | Gait analysis apparatus and method using a treadmill - Gait analysis apparatus using a treadmill, comprising an endless belt, which is guided over at least two rollers and the upper surface of which serves as walking surface, a sensor system for determining a pressure/force distribution on a measurement plate located underneath the endless belt and having a plurality of pressure/force sensors arranged in a matrix on the side facing the treadmill belt, wherein the measurement plate comprising the plurality of pressure/force sensors arranged in a matrix is itself supported by at least one base force sensor and the analyzing unit comprises an additional signal input connected to a signal output of the base force sensor as well as an additional signal processing stage for processing the output signal of the or each base force sensor in terms of a calibration or correction signal processing of the output signals of the pressure/force sensors arranged in a matrix, respectively. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100035728 | WALKING ABILITY DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM - A sensor unit installed in a premises for detecting a user's walking behavior. Connected to the server through a communication network are a server, an information reporting unit, and an exercise machine. The server includes a diagnosis section for analyzing time series data of walking signal from the sensor unit to determine walking ability and generate walking ability data indicative thereof, and an information providing section which provides the walking ability date to the information reporting unit and the exercise machine. The information reporting unit includes reporting means for reporting the determined walking ability to the user. The exercise machine includes a control section which gives an exercise to the user depending upon the walking ability. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100041516 | EXERCISE DETECTION APPARATUS - An exercise detection apparatus including: a load stage comprising a load surface onto which a load of parts or all of a human subject is applied; a load measurer for repeatedly or continuously measuring the load on the load surface; a calculator for calculating a difference between adjacent local maximum and minimum in the load varying over time measured by the load measurer repeatedly or continuously; and a detector for detecting a motion of the human subject when the difference calculated by the calculator is within a range. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100041517 | Adaptive Training System With Aerial Mobility System - A mobile unit configured to train an athlete is disclosed. The mobile unit includes multiple sensors, communication devices and a mobility system. The mobile unit executes one or more training paths to simulate chasing associated with various sports. The mobile unit is capable of determining its own location and the location of the athlete throughout a training session, as well as other information. The mobile unit is configured to adapt the training path to stress weaknesses of the athlete with respect to various types of athletic skills. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100041518 | PORTABLE ISOMETRIC EXERCISE DEVICE - The present invention is a portable isometric exercise device with resistance generated by a spring force including an electronic light or sound indicator to signal that a constant force level is being maintained. When a force is applied to the spring and a desired level of resistance is achieved, a continuous signal will be generated to advise the user that the isometric force exercise is being maintained. If the force is reduced, the signal will terminate to advise the user that the user has not maintained the required level of resistance. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100048357 | EXERCISE ASSISTING METHOD, EXERCISE APPLIANCE, AND INFORMATION PROCESSOR - Each time stepping motion of a player by a stepper | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100069203 | BODY MOTION DISCRIMINATING APPARATUS AND ACTIVITY MONITOR - There is provided a body motion discriminating apparatus including an acceleration sensor for detecting a body motion of a user, a storing unit for storing a threshold, a threshold changing unit for changing the threshold based on physical data expressing a physical feature of the user and registering the changed threshold in the storing unit, and a discriminating unit for discriminating whether a detected body motion is walking or running by comparing a value of a parameter calculated from amplitude and cycle of an output signal of the acceleration sensor with the threshold. | 03-18-2010 |
| 20100075806 | BIORHYTHM FEEDBACK SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method and system for evaluating movement of a user and providing biofeedback including setting a reference point for movement by the user, whereby the reference point corresponds to a reference rhythm, providing the reference rhythm to the user to assist the user in maintaining the reference point, sensing the user's movement, comparing the user's movement to the reference point movement, and alerting the user that the user's movement is away from the reference point by modifying the reference rhythm to a modified rhythm. The user's movement is corrected after receiving the alert. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20100075807 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CORRECTING LIFE PATTERNS IN REAL TIME - A method for correcting life patterns for providing feedback for an exercise program periodically or in real time is disclosed. The method of the present invention detects a starting point of a dynamic activity interval periodically or in real time by sensing movement of a user in daily life, and provides an exercise program for filling a deficient amount of activity compared to a target value in the detected activity interval when the starting point is detected. Therefore, the method of the present invention may simply provide feedback for an amount of activity of a pertinent interval at an actual starting point of the dynamic activity interval, and thus the user may effectively follow the provided exercise program for correcting life patterns. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20100075808 | System and Method of Balance Training - A system and method for use in moderating symptoms associated with vestibular disorders. The user stands atop a balance platform and balances or performs other exercises on the platform. The exercises require the user to work against the instability of the platform. Training difficulty may be increased or decreased by changing the pressure of the platform. Over time, the repeated performance of the exercise sessions improves the impairment the user is experiencing due to the symptoms of the vestibular disorder. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20100093494 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MEASURING AND MONITORING TORQUE EXERTED DURING PEDALLING OF A BICYCLE OR THE LIKE EQUIPMENT - An apparatus for measuring and monitoring the torque exerted by a cyclist during pedalling of a human-powered machine, as for example a bicycle, includes a cartridge or the like which is adapted, in use, to be releasably retained within a hollow spindle ( | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100093495 | EXERCISE ASSIST DEVICE - The invention allows a user to exercise effectively. A desired exercise effect is not obtained when the user puts too much weight onto a seat. To prevent this, an exercise assist device comprises a limit switch that detects whether a predetermined load (weight) is applied to foot rests, i.e., whether the user steps on the foot rests properly and exercises successfully. A control circuit controls a drive device for swinging the seat; obtains the number of successes relative to the total number of swings, and a success rate, based on detection results by the limit switch; displays the number of successes and the success rate on a display panel, and controls the rotational speed of a motor via a motor control circuit. As a result, the device determines automatically the degree of exercise proficiency of the user, and allows the user to exercise effectively in accordance with his/her degree of the proficiency. | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100099539 | Display Mode Selection - An apparatus, a method, and a computer program are disclosed. The apparatus comprises a processor. The processor is configured to obtain exercise data of a user from a measurement sensor, to identify a present exercise phase of an exercise from among a plurality of exercise phases on the basis of the exercise data, and to select a relevant display mode from among a plurality of display modes on the basis of the present exercise phase and a mapping between the display modes and the exercise phases, wherein the relevant display mode defines a set of display elements associated with the present exercise phase to be displayed to the user. | 04-22-2010 |
| 20100105525 | SYSTEM FOR ENCOURAGING A USER TO PERFORM SUBSTANTIAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITY - A system for encouraging a user to perform substantial physical activity. The system may include sensors that may be worn by the user while the user is performing a substantial physical activity, such as running or playing basketball. The sensors may detect the magnitude of the physical activity and may transmit data regarding the physical activity to a processing system. The processing system may display a reward to encourage the user for participating in physical activity and the reward provided may be based on the physical activity of the user. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100105526 | MODULAR ROBOTIC TILES FOR PHYSICAL INTERACTION - A therapeutic training device includes a shallow housing of a specific shape with a quadratic top surface, a quadratic bottom surface and four thin rectangular side surfaces. The housing includes an upwardly open cavity in the top surface and a flexible and transparent cover which encloses the cavity at least partially. The flexible and transparent cover has a size in the range between the size of a human fist and the size of a human foot, and defines a central part. The housing further includes a force sensor placed inside the cavity communicating with the central part. The force sensor measures the force applied on the flexible and transparent cover and generates a response signal. The housing further includes a light source placed inside the cavity, the light source being visible through the flexible and transparent cover, and a central processor placed inside the housing, which activates the light sources in accordance with a specific software and evaluates the response signal from the force sensor in accordance with the specific software. A plurality of communication devices are located on the side surfaces and is controlled by the central processor and communicates with adjacent devices. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100113224 | CONTROLLING DEVICE FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE USAGE CONTROL - A controlling device for electronic device usage control converts a user's operation of an exercise apparatus into an operation record and controls the condition of on/off of an electronic device according to the operation record. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100113225 | COUNTING DEVICE FOR A PUSH-UP EXERCISE - A counting device for counting repetitions and timing a push-up exercise includes a device body and a counter assembly having a display and a plurality of actuation buttons thereon. The counter assembly fits within a deformable foam ring that forms the top of the device. During exercise, a user depresses the foam ring downward with their chest a given distance so as to trigger at least one sensor in the counter assembly to register a repetition count on the display, along with an elapsed time of the exercise. The counter assembly can be fixed within the device, or a display unit thereof may be removable so that the device and display unit are configured for wireless communication. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100120584 | ACTIVITY METER - An activity meter includes a sensor for detecting acceleration in a plurality of directions, representative acceleration calculation means for calculating a representative acceleration based on an output signal of the sensor, and exercise intensity calculation means for calculating an exercise intensity of a body motion performed in the unit period from the representative acceleration. The exercise intensity calculation means includes a plurality of calculation formulas to use in the calculation of the exercise intensity, and determines the calculation formula to use in the calculation of the exercise intensity of the body motion performed in the unit period based on a horizontal component and a vertical component of the representative acceleration. The activity amount on various types of body activities from daily activity to exercise thus can be accurately measured. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100120585 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR EXERCISE MONITORING COMBINING EXERCISE MONITORING AND VISUAL DATA WITH WIRELESS INTERNET CONNECTIVITY - Embodiments of the invention provide a method and apparatus for a wireless exercise monitoring system for interactively monitoring an aspect of exercise, nutrition, or fitness by connecting a wireless internet device to or with a digital camera and/or an exercise monitoring device. Exercise-related data and/or visual information from the camera is transmitted to a server using standard internet protocols and may be integrated with various operating systems for mobile wireless devices, especially those with enhanced capabilities for handing images and visual data. Responses may be calculated and transmitted back to a user, trainer, or coach. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100125027 | PORTABLE EXERCISE DEVICE AND SYSTEM - Disclosed is a portable exercise device for enabling a user to perform sit-up exercises. Also disclosed is a portable exercise system that comprises the portable exercise device, and a mat for supporting a back portion of the user while performing the sit-up exercises. The portable exercise device comprises a base member having a pair of base portions foldably coupled to each other and a pair of pedal portions configured on the pair base portions, a pair of strap members coupled to the pair of pedal portions, a pair of support members removably coupled at end portions of the pair of pedal portions, and a counting unit movably mounted on the base member. The counting unit comprises a timer adapted to determine a period of the sit-up exercises, at least one pressure, and a counter operatively coupled to the at one pressure sensor to determine a number of the sit-up exercises. | 05-20-2010 |
| 20100125028 | Physical Activity Reward System - A physical activity reward system and method which rewards a person performing physical activity with a reward, such as use of an appliance such a TV viewing time. The system includes a physical activity monitor capable of generating activity information proportionate to the amount of exertion or work done. The system may be used to record and keep track of the reward points or information. The system may further control the supply of electricity to an appliance through an electrical control module. The electrical control module may be interposed between a source of household electrical current and an electrical appliance such as a TV set. | 05-20-2010 |
| 20100137105 | RIDING THE JOYSTICK SYSTEM TO HEALTH AND FITNESS - An exercise device in one embodiment has a member ( | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100137106 | PHYSICAL EXERCISE ASSISTING DEVICE - A physical exercise assisting device includes a physical activity amount recorder recording a performed physical activity amount such that a physical exercise amount and a lifestyle activity amount can be recognized for a physical activity that has an intensity greater than or equal to a reference intensity; goal storage unit storing goals for the physical activity amount and the physical exercise amount to be performed in a predetermined unit period; and a display displaying goal achievement of the physical activity amount and the physical exercise amount based on the physical activity amount and the physical exercise amount recorded by the physical activity amount recorder and the goals stored in the goal storage unit. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100137107 | METHOD AND DEVICE ARRANGEMENT FOR MEASURING PHYSICAL EXERCISE PROMOTING CHOLESTEROL METABOLISM - A measuring device and a method estimates the quantity and quality of exercises performed having an advantageous impact on cholesterol metabolism. In the method, accelerations exerted on a person during daily exercise performed by the person are continuously recorded by a measuring device including an acceleration transducer. The recorded results are visible in the measuring device or an external device. Based on the received feedback, the person can change the quantity and quality of his/her exercise so that it has an advantageous impact on cholesterol metabolism. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100144491 | SELF-COACHING PORTABLE DEVICE FOR ABDOMINAL MUSCLES - A self-coaching portable device for abdominal muscles comprises a piece of apparatus ( | 06-10-2010 |
| 20100151995 | Exerciser and rehabilitative device - An exercise and rehabilitation apparatus including: a frame, an exercise device movably supported on the frame, and a user positioning unit connected with the frame, for properly positioning a user with respect to the exercise device and the frame for performance of a predetermined exercise. The exercise and rehabilitation apparatus also includes a device adjustment unit for positioning the exercise device with respect to the frame to properly position the exercise device with respect to a properly positioned user, to accommodate user size and shape diversity, the device adjustment unit permitting the exercise device to be alignable with a predetermined body part of the user. The exercise and rehabilitation apparatus further includes a feedback unit providing feedback to the user to indicate whether the predetermined exercise is being performed correctly. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20100151996 | SMART GARMENT - A sensor authenticated to a garment transfers information, either wirelessly or wired, to an external data processing device. Such information includes location information, physiometric data of the individual wearing the garment, garment performance and wear data (when the garment is an athletic shoe, for example). The external data processing device can be portable digital media players that are, in turn, in wireless communication with a server computer or other wireless devices. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20100160116 | Ropeless Jump Rope Having Replacealbe Tip - In a preferred embodiment, the present invention is a ropeless jump rope having a pair of handles wherein each handle comprises a housing having a removable rotatable tip at one end to which a flexible elongated member such as a rope, or string is secure to the tip such that an end portion of the flexible elongated member is attached to the tip in a manner substantially perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the tip. Each handle further comprises a flexible support member positioned on the tip and the end portion of the flexible elongated member thereby preventing damage to the flexible elongated member during use of the invention. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20100173749 | CONTROLLING EXERCISE EQUIPMENT - In general, a computing device disposed in a cardio exercise machine receives data related to a fitness level of a user. The computing device selects a workout program based at least in part on the data. The operations of the cardio exercise machine are controlled based at least in part on the workout program. The computing device generates audio feedback based on at least one of the user's operation of the cardio exercise machine and the selected workout program. The processed data is stored on a removable computer storage medium that is insertable into a port of the cardio exercise machine. | 07-08-2010 |
| 20100190608 | TRAMPOLINE SYSTEM - A fence surrounds a trampoline and extends above the rebounding surface, reducing the risk of injury. Shock absorption is aided in the preferred embodiment by a support system of independent poles, linked at their tops by a flexible strap or line. The trampoline may include a tubular frame supported by a plurality of legs with brackets securing the legs to the frame tube without welds. The trampoline may also include an electronic accessory that is activated or that produces an electrical signal as a result of jumping on the trampoline. | 07-29-2010 |
| 20100190609 | AUDIBLE CONTENT WITH TRAINING INFORMATION - An audible playback device that allows an athlete, such as a runner, to conveniently listen to audible content and receive athletic performance information. A single device may be employed to both playback audible content and provide monitored performance information to a user. The performance information may be provided to a user audibly, so that the user does not need to move the monitoring device's user interface to a viewable position. | 07-29-2010 |
| 20100190610 | CAMERA BASED INTERACTIVE EXERCISE - Methods and apparatus for interactively and dynamically undertaking exercise are disclosed which utilize camera means to provide 2D or 3D data relating to locations or movements of exercise undertaken by a person. This data is analyzed by a computer and in a typical example an instructor's image is displayed and both visual and audio assistance to the person is provided via a computer program either resident locally or remotely located. Applications to exercise involving treadmills, bicycles, dance, weight lifting and other exercises are disclosed. | 07-29-2010 |
| 20100197463 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING AUTOMATED WORKOUT REMINDERS - Systems and methods are provided for monitoring a user's progress towards a workout goal spanning multiple workouts and providing a workout reminder based on the progress. An electronic device can monitor the user's progress towards the goal by monitoring the user's rate of motion and/or one or more physiological parameters of the user. Based on the user's progress towards the goal, the electronic device can provide a workout reminder. For example, if a user's progress is not sufficient to achieve the workout goal, the electronic device may provide a reminder to the user. The reminder can include a visual and/or audio alert to the user, and the reminder may interrupt other functions on the device. | 08-05-2010 |
| 20100204014 | CORE STABILIZING RUNNING EXERCISE SYSTEM AND APPARATUS - An exercise apparatus in this disclosure includes a doorway mountable runner restraint device. The device has a generally rigid, preferably padded, belly pad that is placed against and in front of a user's pelvis and abdominal area. A pair of cords are attached to the belly pad, each having an opposite end attached to an elastic member. Each of the elastic members is, in turn, attached to an anchor which is removably fastened to a door, a doorway frame, or sandwiched between a closed door and the doorway frame. A user fastens the apparatus in place in a doorway, faces away from the doorway, and places the belly pad against his or her torso directly over the pelvis area, and then runs in a direction away from the doorway. The elastic members resist and restrain the user from substantial movement away from the doorway but stretch to allow forward running movement. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100210420 | Exercise System and Physiological Information Sensing Device Thereof - An exercise system comprises a main body, at least one force-applied portion, a physiological information sensing device, a processing unit, and a transmission module. The at least one force-applied portion, on which a user can apply force, is connected to the main body. The physiological information sensing device comprises at least one flexible pressure sensing module and a heartbeat sensing unit. The at least one flexible pressure sensing module is connected to the at least one force-applied portion respectively. When the force applied by the user is input to the at least one force-applied portion, the at least one flexible pressure sensing module can produce pressure sensing information. The heartbeat sensing unit can measure heartbeat information. The processing unit is electrically connected to the physiological information sensing device. The processing unit manipulates the pressure sensing information and the heartbeat information and then produces output information. The transmission module is electrically connected to the processing unit and transmits the output information. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100210421 | Multi-Sensor Monitoring of Athletic Performance - Athletic performance monitoring systems and methods, many of which utilize, in some manner, global positioning satellite (“GPS”) data, provide data and information to athletes and/or to equipment used by athletes during an athletic event. Such systems and methods may provide route information to athletes and/or their trainers, e.g., for pre-event planning, goal setting, and calibration purposes. Such systems and methods optionally may provide real time information to the athlete while the event takes place, e.g., to assist in reaching the pre-set goals. Additionally, data and information collected by such systems and methods may assist in post-event analysis for athletes and their trainers, e.g., to evaluate past performances and to assist in improving future performances. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100216601 | Method and system for guiding a person in physical exercise - The invention relates to a method and system for guiding a person to a physiological cumulative state in physical exercise, in which the exercise has a physiological target in the form of a physiological state at the end of the exercise, a duration, and a performance parameter. In the method at the start of the exercise the physiological target is set, as is the value of the performance parameter, and during the exercise at regular intervals: at least one quantity proportional to the momentary intensity is measured, and the present physiological state and an estimate of the physiological state and the end of the exercise are calculated with the aid of the momentary intensity and the exercise performed, and a guidance range for the momentary intensity is defined, in order to reach the target state and the performance parameter. The user is guided by means of feedback to remain within the said guidance intensity range. At the start of the exercise the intensity guidance range is expanded according to a pre-selected function, in order to reguce the variation in the guidance. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100216602 | Trunk rotation - This trunk rotation device uses dynamic movement of one's body such as, shoulder, hip, knee, back, thigh, and abdominal musculature. The device provides a method for exercising the spinal column and the muscles of the torso, including those in the abdominal lumbar and thoracic regions involving rotational torque. In a preferred embodiment, the device is a golf exercise and flexibility apparatus. The golf exercise apparatus provides resistance to a golfer during a golf swing to strengthen and condition the muscles of the axial skeleton of the golfer in a functional posture. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100216603 | EXERCISE MONITORING SYSTEM - An exercise monitoring system for use with an exercise device including a selectorized weight stack includes a static-stack light transmitter for transmitting a reference light to a static-stack reflector and a static-stack receiver positioned to receive reflected reference light from the static-stack reflector. The exercise monitoring system further includes a weight-determination module that outputs a weight indicator based on an amount of reflected static-stack reference light. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100222179 | PRESENTING INFORMATION TO USERS DURING AN ACTIVITY, SUCH AS INFORMATION FROM A PREVIOUS OR CONCURRENT OUTDOOR, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY - A system and method for providing information during an activity is described. In some examples, the system includes a capture device that captures information during a first activity and a presentation device that presents the information during a second activity. In some examples, system employs and is implemented on one or more mobile devices that transfer, process, and generate information based on performance of activities. | 09-02-2010 |
| 20100222180 | LOWER LIMB FUNCTION TRAINING DEVICE - A lower limb function training device which the user themselves can use safely with no sense of fear, which is used to prevent thrombophlebitis known as economy syndrome, which allows the user to select the type of exercise, and which enables to train own lower limbs in the narrow area is provided with a foot rest bar ( | 09-02-2010 |
| 20100222181 | EXERCISE SYSTEM AND PORTABLE MODULE FOR SAME - An example portable module is for use with an exercise system which includes a moveable element, a first processor and a port adapted to receive the portable module. The portable module includes a second processor and a memory storing information usable to control one or more parameters associated with the movable element. | 09-02-2010 |
| 20100227738 | Athletic Training Device - An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for accurate measurement, compilation, and presentation of sprinting and running technique data. In one embodiment, the apparatus, system and method includes a knee pad configured to contain a knee pad sensor, a foot pad configured to contain a foot pad sensor and a main trunk that connects the foot pad and the knee pad. The knee pad sensor and the foot pad sensor sense movement near the sensors and contact to the sensors. Data from the sensors is output to a CPU. In one embodiment, the apparatus, system and method include arm sensors. The arm sensors sense arm movement of a user and report arm movement data to the CPU. In a further embodiment, the apparatus may be configured to contain a harness positioned opposite the main trunk. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100234180 | INCENTIVIZED EXERCISE EQUIPMENT - An incentivized exercise machine comprising an exercise machine including a monitor to monitor the pace of a user of the exercise machine. The monitor is configured to communicate with a processor for controlling the rate of text scrolled onto a visual screen for reading by a user. The text may be scrolled at a rate based on the user's exercise pace to incentivize the user to keep pace. The processor may also, or alternatively, be configured to receive electronically stored print materials to be presented on the screen and scrolling the print material's words at a rate and in a font readable by the user of the exercise machine. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100234181 | ASSEMBLY AND THE OPERATING METHOD FOR EXERCISE AMOUNT MEASURING - An assembly for measuring an exercise amount corresponding to a user's motion is provided. The assembly includes mounting kits and a unit for measuring an exercise amount. The unit is selectively fixed to one of the mounting kits that are placed on designated body portions of the user to measure an exercise amount corresponding to a motion of the user by applying an algorithm corresponding to the selected mounting kit. The assembly makes accurate measurement of an exercise amount possible by detecting various mounting locations of the unit mounted on a user and automatically applies an algorithm optimized for different locations. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100234182 | NEUROLOGICAL DEVICE - A neurological device having a forearm support releasably attached to a user's arm, at least one finger sleeve adapted to be releasably attached to at least one finger, at least one tensor strut having a first end releasably coupled to the at least one finger sleeve and an opposite second end coupled to the forearm support, at least one sensor coupled to at least one of the at least one finger sleeve and the at least tensor strut and configured to detect finger movement and generate electrical signals that are indicative of the movement, and a data device coupled to the sensor and configured to receive the electrical signals and calculate at least one of a range of motion of the at least one finger, a speed of movement of the at least one finger, number of repetitions between flexion and extension of the at least one finger and a pressure exerted by the at least one finger during flexion from the electrical signals. The calculated data is used to remotely track user compliance and rehabilitation compliance by a healthcare provider. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100234183 | Exercise and Dance Platform Apparatus and Systems - A platform or mat for exercising and dancing that is lightweight, has non-slip features and can be folded up for storage. The platform allows a user to determine foot position without having to look down at the platform thus allowing the user to watch a display screen while exercising or dancing. The platform includes tactile indicia molded that foot placement is determined by feel by the user's foot touching the tactile indicia. The material used to make the platform surface includes ethylene vinyl acetate. The platform includes electrically conductive switches that are activated by a force from the user's foot on a segment while exercising or dancing. Placing a user's foot on a segment communicates signals about the user's foot placement to a control device. The control device includes popular video game player devices and computers and includes the use of a display screen. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100234184 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING PHYSICAL EXERTION - The present relates to a method and an apparatus for controlling physical exertion during exercise. For doing so, the method and apparatus collect at least one physical parameter of a user over time during an exercise session. The method and apparatus store the collected at least one physical parameter over time. During another exercise session, the method and apparatus measure the at least one physical parameter of the user, compare the measured at least one physical parameter with the collected at least one physical parameter with respect to time to obtain a variance, and determine a required adjustment in the another exercise session based on the variance. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100234185 | EXERCISE BIKE - An exercise bike may include a magnetic braking system to resist rotation of a flywheel. The magnetic braking system may be magnets mounted on brackets selectively pivoted relative to the frame to increase or decrease the resistance opposing rotation of the flywheel. The brackets may be pivoted using a brake adjustment assembly joined to the brackets in such a manner that the magnetic forces resisting rotation of the flywheel increase or decrease in a proportional manner over at least a portion of the adjustment range of the brake adjustment assembly. The exercise bike may further include a console that displays information, such as power. The power may be estimated from a look-up table using the crank or flywheel speed of the exercise bike measured using a speed sensor and the tilt angle of the brackets relative to a reference point measured using a power sensor that includes an accelerometer. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100248901 | EXERCISE SYSTEM WITH GRAPHICAL FEEDBACK AND METHOD OF GAUGING FITNESS PROGRESS - A system and method for providing visual feedback to a user of an exercise machine for gauging fitness progress of the user. The system provides a user of an exercise machine with a virtual competition in which the user competes against virtual competitors based on his past performances or those of other users, either as an individual or as a member of a team. The team may also be part of a league. For an individual competing against his own past performance(s), the system may raise the level of performance required to win the virtual competition, and may also lower the level of performance required if the user is not performing well on a particular day. For an individual competing against others in either real-time or against designated results, either as part of a team or a league, the system may reduce the isolation, disconnection, and tedium often experienced by users of cardiovascular exercise equipment and provide a social outlet. The system attempts to keep the user engaged and motivated to achieve desired fitness goals by providing real-time performance data and historical performance data displayed in a graphical manner coupled with the entertainment and excitement of competition and social interaction. | 09-30-2010 |
| 20100261579 | Sensing Apparatus for Use with Exercise Bicycles - A sensing apparatus for use in combination with a stationary bicycle comprises a housing that supports a source of emitted radiation and a detector of radiation of the same wavelength as that emitted by the source, fixing means for fixing the housing to an exercise device such that radiation is emitted towards a region of space that can be occupied by a part of a body of a user of the exercise device and selectively transmitted on to the detector depending on whether a part of a user's body is located within the space, a processor which measures at least one property of the radiation from the source that is passed to the detector and from the measured property produces an output signal indicative of the proximity of the user relative to the device within that space | 10-14-2010 |
| 20100267519 | Exercise Apparatus - An exercise apparatus having a support frame, a crank assembly, elongated footpads mounted pivotally to allow a user to engage in exercise without using the upper body, and an integral video game system, wherein the integral video game system is controlled or assisted in its operation through sensors located at various positions in said exercise apparatus. | 10-21-2010 |
| 20100267520 | EXERCISE STRESS ESTIMATION METHOD FOR INCREASING SUCCESS RATE OF EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION - A method of estimating stress caused by an exercise includes receiving questionnaire data including body measurements from a user, measuring health measurement data, deducing an exercise target and an exercise prescription based on the received and measured data, and transmitting the exercise target and exercise prescription to the user. The questionnaire data is then received back from the user, including the body measurements from the user and measuring again the health measurements data; Parameters are designed based on the received and re-received questionnaire data and the measured and re-measured health measurement data and the parameters are converted to predetermined values. A regression analysis model is designed for estimating the exercise stress using the parameters and performing regression analysis and the exercise stress estimated through the regression analysis is transmitted to the user. | 10-21-2010 |
| 20100273609 | TOTAL BODY EXERCISE METHODS AND APPARATUS - An exercise apparatus includes a frame, an arm supporting member, and a leg supporting member. A sensor is connected to at least one of the arm supporting member and the leg supporting member, and/or a resilient member is interconnected between the arm supporting member and either the leg supporting member or the frame. The sensor communicates with a user display and/or a resistance device to indicate the amounts of work performed by the arm supporting member and the leg supporting member, and/or to adjust resistance to movement of the leg supporting member as a function of user force applied against the arm supporting member. The resilient member encourages synchronization of the arm supporting member and the leg supporting member, while allowing some relative movement therebetween. A user interface displays data associated with exercise activity, including relative amounts of work performed by a user's arms and legs and/or performed during different phases of exercise, including discrete aerobic and anaerobic phases. The interface display and the level of resistance are preferably changed as part of the transition between phases. | 10-28-2010 |
| 20100279822 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OPTIMIZING ONE OR MORE AUDIO TRACKS TO A VIDEO STREAM - Disclosed are systems and methods for detecting the movements in an exerciser's repetitive movement pattern that, when pre-recorded audio footfall sound files are played, most closely support the illusion that the user is generating the sounds with their own “virtual” footfalls, thus creating an enhanced virtual exercise experience. The system generates a signal to communicate the virtual footfall timing with a media playback system, and plays back media files that support the virtual exercise experience. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20100279823 | USER INTERACTIVE EXERCISE SYSTEM - System and method for interactive video game fitness equipment. Fitness hardware (e.g., an exercise bicycle, a stair machine, treadmill, elliptical trainer, rotary climbing wall, or other fitness equipment) interacts with a video game, optionally via various devices, e.g., a PC, game console, or other hardware and/or software device or system capable of implementing an interactive application), for an immersive hybrid exercise/game user experience. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20100279824 | ATHLETICISM RATING AND PERFORMANCE MEASURING SYSTEM - A universal athleticism rating system and related athletic performance measuring systems for accurately detecting and recording athletic performance are disclosed. The athleticism rating system evaluates individual athletes against a common, standardized, set of athletic performance tests. Each athlete performs the athletic tests and his or her scores in the individual tests are entered into a standardized calculation to produce a single athletic performance score. The related performance measuring system is preferably a timing system that ensures quick, easy, and accurate collection of athletic event timing related data without the need for the athlete to wear any special detection devices or the like. In a preferred embodiment, the performance measuring system integrates with the rating system to provide seamless athletic data collection and rating of athletes. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20100279825 | Athletic Performance Sensing and/or Tracking Systems and Methods - Athletic performance sensing and/or tracking systems include components for measuring or sensing athletic performance data and/or for storing and/or displaying desired information associated with the athletic performance to the user (or others). Such systems can allow users a wide variety of options in creating workouts, selecting and presenting media content during the athletic performance, etc., e.g., to help keep users entertained and motivated. In some instances, user feedback may be used, optionally in combination with objective data relating to a workout, to control features of the workout routine, to control the music or other media content selected and/or presented, and/or to control features of future workout routines and/or the presented media content. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20100285924 | MULTITRAINER FOR SWIVEL CHAIRS ON CASTORS - A limb-exercising system for attaching to an office swivel chair on castors, the limb-exercising system including a rigid platform, at least one interchangeable limb-exercising unit, a force resistor, and a cable, the rigid platform being coupled with the castors of the office swivel chair, such that the relative movement between the rigid platform and the office swivel chair is minimal, the interchangeable limb-exercising unit being coupled with the rigid platform, the interchangeable limb-exercising unit being operative to provide movement exercise for at least one muscle group of the body of a user, the force resistor being coupled with the rigid platform and with the interchangeable limb-exercising unit, the force resistor providing resistance to movement of the interchangeable limb-exercising unit, the cable being coupled between the interchangeable limb-exercising unit and the force resistor. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20100285925 | DANCE PAD - A dance pad having a plurality of conductive panels and incorporating a design which prevents electrostatic discharge from damaging electrical circuitry is disclosed. The dance pad provides the user with a tactile responsive feel, due to the use of resilient spacers and has a tapered perimeter to prevent tripping. The dance pad further incorporates a five handle perimeter design and a means for providing performance feedback to the user which can be audio, visual or vibrational. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20100304933 | Rehabilitation Apparatus - An exercise machine designed to enhance flexibility and allow for controlled stretching of torso muscles is herein disclosed. The machine comprises a padded cushion upon which a user is situated in a seated position. The machine also comprises a padded bolster which moves in a circular arc which the user pushes against with their back, chest, or side, depending on the seated position. The bolster supports and guides the user through a full arcuate motion from a vertical position downwardly toward the floor. The machine comprises a stationary second pad which supports a user's pelvis or waist area during the stretching therapy. The positions of both the bolster and stationary pad are adjustable in order to accommodate the user's size. The exercise machine utilizes a series of counterbalancing springs housed within a main enclosure to enable the user to easily return to a sitting position. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100304934 | AQUATIC TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and method for training swimmers in a controlled aquatic environment, such as a pool, the system comprising a base station in communication with various system components. The base station receives pertinent data from the swimmer through direct wiring detecting a contact with the pool (i.e. the completion of a lap) or through wireless communication. The base station can include an accelerometer-based touch pad for detecting contact of a swimmer with the pool wall. The base station can alternatively include an optical transceiver for transmitting and receiving swimmer data. The swimmers can be equipped with a finger tapper and a toe tapper for determining lap times and sending the relevant information to the base station. The training system can also include an underwater display for providing relevant information to a swimmer within a pool and an underwater video camera for recording video footage of swimmers. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100311544 | Wearable Device Assembly Having Athletic Functionality - A wearable device has a carrier having an aperture. A device has a USB connection and a protrusion wherein the protrusion is received in the aperture to connect the device to the wristband. The device is a USB type device having athletic functionality. The device may further be configured to receive calibration data such that a measured distance may be converted to a known distance based on athletic activity performed by a user. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20100331145 | Athletic Watch - A device for monitoring athletic performance of a user has a wristband configured to be worn by the user. An electronic module is removably attached to the wristband. The electronic module has a controller and a screen and a plurality of user inputs operably associated with the controller. The user inputs include a user input configured to be applied by the user against the screen and in a direction generally normal to the screen. The controller may further be configured to generate one or more user interfaces in response to various user inputs and conditions. For example, the controller may generate workout mode interfaces and non-workout mode interfaces including various goal information, workout data, reminders and the like. In one or more arrangements, multiple types of information may be displayed simultaneously. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20100331146 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MOTIVATING USERS TO IMPROVE THEIR WELLNESS - A system and method for motivating users to improve their wellness utilizes complex event processing on sensor and user-interaction data of the users collected over time using inference and predictive models in order to deliver personalized interactions to motive the users toward their wellness goals. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20110003663 | System and method of dispatching task commands of running in game - This specification discloses system and method of dispatching task commands of running in a game. A fitness server accumulates the exercising mileages of various users to obtain a total mileage. When the total mileage meets a predetermined value, the server dispatches task commands of exploring a virtual map to users. The users actually jog to execute the task commands. The users thus complete the goal of the game together. During the game, task commands are dispatched to users to increase the fun of exercising. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110003664 | EXERCISE AND COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - An exercise and communications system includes an interactive device, a remote device, and an external device, wherein the interactive device is configured to gather data relating to a user of the system and transmit the same to the remote device, and the remote device is configured to provide analyze the data and transmit a response to the interactive device, which in turn communicates the response to the user and additionally communication with an external device for retrieval of instructions, programs, and data, inter alia. An exercise and communications system facilitates communication between a plurality of users, each having an interactive device and a remote device. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110009241 | VIRTUAL LOCOMOTION CONTROLLER APPARATUS AND METHODS - Apparatus and methods are disclosed for a virtual locomotion controller user interface and system that combines data obtained from various sensor devices to allow users to control the movements of their representation in a virtual world using sensorimotor responses closely resembling the tasks and actions they would physically perform in the real world. As a result, users can specify an avatar's locomotion style by assuming body postures normally associated with that type of movement, while controlling locomotion speed or displacement through foot forces and/or stepping motions and locomotion direction through foot and body orientation. | 01-13-2011 |
| 20110015040 | WING CHUN DUMMY CONTROLLER - A Wing Chun dummy including a plurality of transducers associated with the dummy, wherein a physical impact to the dummy activates at least one of the transducers to generate an output signal. In another example a device includes a body; a plurality of appendages; and a plurality of transducers associated with the appendages wherein the plurality of transducers are located such that a physical impact to any of the appendages activates at least one transducer to generate an output signal further wherein, different output signals are generated based on the direction of the impact to each appendage. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20110015041 | Exercise System - An example system includes a processor and communication circuitry under the control of the processor. The communication circuitry is configured to communicate exercise programs to exercise apparatuses, the communicated exercise programs including a first exercise program for use in controlling an exercise apparatus of a first exercise type and a second exercise program for use in controlling an exercise apparatus of a second exercise type different than the first exercise type. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20110021317 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPLAYING ANONYMOUSLY ANNOTATED PHYSICAL EXERCISE DATA - The present invention relates to a method for displaying anonymously annotated physical exercise data to a person undertaking exercises. Based on physical exercise data, the physical exercise data is annotated at a physically separate annotation unit. At the location of the person, visual recordings of the person undertaking exercises together with synchronized annotation information are displayed to the person. A system for performing the method comprises a physical data processing unit ( | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110021318 | Audio feedback for motor control training - An audio feedback signal for a subject engaged in an exercise includes a reference note (of a musical scale) that provides a marker of the goal or target position of the exercise for the subject, and a sequence of real-time feedback notes that define progress towards the goal while the exercise is underway. By providing the reference note with the feedback note, the listener can instantly understand whether they have presently reached the goal. The progress is defined by having at least 3 distinct feedback notes mapped to respective sensed ranges of positions within the exercise, and this provides multiple opportunities for the exerciser to compare the feedback and reference notes, and provides cognitive feedback to the exerciser. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110021319 | Apparatus for Metabolic Training Load, Mechanical Stimulus, and Recovery Time Calculation - A method of determining a user's training load, includes determining protein combustion information and determining the user's training load based on the protein combustion information. The protein combustion information may be determined using heart rate information, activity information, carbohydrate reserve information determined using a carbohydrate combustion model and carbohydrate reserve information representing the user's carbohydrate reserves at a beginning of at least one exercise session, fitness information, intensity information, nutritional intake information representing nutritional intake during at least one exercise session, and/or a fat combustion model. The user's training load may be determined based on a mechanical stimulus and/or a modality. Recovery time information may be determined based on the training load. A corresponding apparatus and computer-readable medium correspond to the above method. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110028274 | Push up fitting of the Wii Balance Board - The present utility models provides a push up fitting of the Wii balance board, wherein the push up fitting of Wii balance board is used to fit the Wii game balance board so as to increase the realness of push up exercise games, further improve the effect and funs for the push up exercise. The holding rod comprises a base board and two handles; the base board suits in sizes with the Wii balance board; the base board includes the top surface and the bottom surface; the handles are U-shaped, wherein both ends of them are fixed and configured on both sides of the top surface for the base board; the four corners of the bottom surface for the base board are provided with the edge projecting over the bottom surface of the base board for circularly wrapping the four corners of the balance board. The push up fitting of the Wii balance board is applied to fit the Wii game balance board for push up exercises. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110039659 | User-Participating Type Fitness Lecture System and Fitness Training Method Using the Same - The present invention relates to a user-participating type fitness lecture system and a fitness training method using the same. More specifically, the present invention relates to a user-participating type fitness lecture system that provides direction for correcting a user's posture or motion by comparing the user's motions with user created contents (UCC). When the contents are played back for the user to emulate, correctness of the user's motion is grasped by detecting and comparing motions in the contents with the user's motion photographed through a camera, and providing the user with posture correction information in image or voice formats. In one embodiment, a user-participating type fitness lecture system according to the present invention comprises a user terminal for photographing a user and transmitting a moving image of the user while playing back a UCC selected by the user; and a posture correction server for providing the user terminal with the UCC selected by the user, receiving the moving image from the user terminal, comparing the moving image with the played back UCC, and directing correction of the user's posture in voice or image. | 02-17-2011 |
| 20110045952 | Systems and Methods For Determining Muscle Force Through Dynamic Gain Optimization of a Muscle PID Controller - Systems and methods for determining muscle force are presented. Proportional, integral, and derivative control is used to simulate muscle forces for multiple muscles contributing to a kinematic profile. The simulated muscle forces arc modified by dynamic gains that are calculated in order to achieve a muscle recruitment objective such as minimizing collective muscle effort while still achieving the kinematic motion. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110065550 | Isometric Grip Device and Method of Exercise - There is provided a device and method of exercise using an isometric gripping device. The device is a lightweight, portable and compact exercise device which enables a user to perform isometric exercises in a manner permitting the user to quantify results and time the length of the isometric contraction. The device is designed for static contractions where there is no visible movement of the device when force is applied. In practice, the device has a grip movement of about 0.020″ under contraction. The device comprises a body section with a handle portion grip on each side opposite another, an internal frame assembly with electronic circuitry, power source (e.g. batter operated), a power switch, electronic display, strain gauge bar with attached sensor, and a timing mechanism. The user is able to visually see the level of force on a display screen and set the duration of time of the exercise. | 03-17-2011 |
| 20110071003 | PORTABLE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SENSING SYSTEM - A portable system retrieves one or more exercise programs from a remote communication system that provides motivational content for a user exercising upon an exercise mechanism. The exercise program further includes at least one control signal that controls one or more operating parameters of the exercise mechanism. The portable system includes a control device configured to retrieve the exercise program and deliver the motivational content to the user by way of an audio delivery device, while delivering the control signals to the exercise mechanism. A sensor communicates with the control device and tracks one or more measurable parameters of the user during the user's performance of the exercise program. Data representative of the one or more measurable parameters can be delivered to the control device for delivery to the remote communication system. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110077126 | System of linking biometric indicia to sports equipment - A system of linking biometric indicia to sports memorabilia is disclosed. The system features: obtaining an athlete celebrity; selecting a gripped article of sports equipment, specific to the athlete celebrity's sport; preparing a grip template based on the athlete's grip on a template article of sports equipment; obtaining a plurality of target articles of sport equipment; placing indicia on at least one of the target equipment with reference to the template, whereby the target equipment becomes novelty biometric equipment; obtaining a plurality of sports fan; and distributing, to at least one sports fan, the novelty biometric equipment. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110077127 | TRAINING SUPPORT SYSTEM AND TRAINING SUPPORT METHOD - A training support system (S) allows an exerciser to practice training exercises safely and effectively with high motivation. The training support system (S) comprises a display means ( | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110077128 | PHYSICAL EXERCISE CONDITION DETECTING APPARATUS OF MUSCLE FORCE TRAINING MACHINE - In order to measure a physical exercise condition data at a time of pre-testing and a muscle force training to accumulate and indicate them together with various set data, a muscle force training machine having a training apparatus main body and a training load applying apparatus is provided with a rotation detecting sensor which detects a rotating direction and an amount of rotation of a main shaft within the training load applying apparatus, and a data processing apparatus which stores the rotating direction and the amount of rotation from the rotation detecting sensor together with set data at least including a load amount, various body condition information of a training person and other data necessary for measuring in a data base, and processes them to make indicative data in forms of display data, print data and the like. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110077129 | EXERCISE SYSTEM WITH GRAPHICAL FEEDBACK AND METHOD OF GAUGING FITNESS PROGRESS - A system and method for providing visual feedback to a user of an exercise machine for gauging fitness progress of the user. The system provides a user of an exercise machine with a virtual competition in which the user competes against virtual competitors based on his past performances or those of other users, either as an individual or as a member of a team. The team may also be part of a league. For an individual competing against his own past performance(s), the system may raise the level of performance required to win the virtual competition, and may also lower the level of performance required if the user is not performing well on a particular day. For an individual competing against others in either real-time or against designated results, either as part of a team or a league, the system may reduce the isolation, disconnection, and tedium often experienced by users of cardiovascular exercise equipment and provide a social outlet. The system attempts to keep the user engaged and motivated to achieve desired fitness goals by providing real-time performance data and historical performance data displayed in a graphical manner coupled with the entertainment and excitement of competition and social interaction. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110082007 | EXERCISE COMMUNITY SYSTEM - An exercise system provides incentives for individuals by providing either a collective exercise goal or a sponsored exercise reward. | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110082008 | METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR PROVIDING REMOTE PARTICIPATION IN MULTI-MEDIA EVENTS - Methods, systems, and computer program products for implementing remote participation in events are provided. A method includes providing a view of an instance of an application on endpoint systems in response to a common option selected by the endpoint systems of the application. The method also includes receiving performance data from the endpoint systems, and populating the view with virtual representations of users of each of the endpoint systems. The populating includes positioning the virtual representations at various locations in the view. The various locations are indicative of the performance data. | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110082009 | INSTRUMENTED HANDLE AND PEDAL SYSTEMS FOR USE IN REHABILITATION, EXERCISE AND TRAINING EQUIPMENT - A mechatronic exercise system, e.g., for rehabilitation, having instrumented handle and pedal systems and, preferably, an interactive virtual environment is disclosed. Alternatively, the instrumented handle and pedal systems are part of a virtual reality augmenting kit that can convert most types of exercise equipment, such as a stationary or exercise bicycle, ergometer, rowing machine or the like, into full virtual reality (VR) smart systems. In another embodiment, the instrumented handle and pedal systems can each be used separately with other types of devices. In a preferred embodiment, components embedded with sensors are implemented, e.g., on a stationary, exercise bicycle to monitor physiological and biomechanical parameters of the user. Signal data from the sensing components is used to immerse the user in a VR simulation so as to provide the user with visual, auditory, and haptic feedback to the user's performance. | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110092336 | Muscle Memory Training Device and Method - A muscle memory training system for determining an orientation of a first shoe relative to a second shoe comprising an alignment signal generator adapted for attachment to the first shoe and configured to generate an alignment signal, and a target adapted for attachment to the second shoe and configured to receive the alignment signal generated by the alignment signal generator when the orientation of the first shoe relative to the second shoe is achieved. The system may further comprise an alignment indicator for generating an indicator signal when the alignment signal generator and the target are in alignment. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110092337 | WEARABLE SYSTEM FOR MONITORING STRENGTH TRAINING - An exercise monitoring method and system in one embodiment includes a communications network, a wearable transducer configured to generate physiologic data associated with movement of a wearer, and to form a communication link with the communications network, a system memory in which command instructions are stored, a user interface operably connected to the computer, and a system processor configured to execute the command instructions to receive the generated physiologic data, analyze the received physiologic data with a multilayer perceptron/support vector machine/hidden Markov (MSH) model, model the analyzed physiologic data, and generate feedback based on a comparison of the model and a stored exercise object. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110098156 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ACCESSING PERSONALIZED FITNESS SERVICES USING A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE - This is directed to systems and methods for accessing personalized fitness services through an integrated application available to a portable electronic device. The integrated application can provide a full fitness center experience by introducing potential new customer to a fitness center and then motivating them to return to the fitness center as active members. For example, the integrated application can provide functions to introduce new customers to a fitness center, can provide functions to motivate customers to join and actively visit the fitness center, can provide in-gym motivation, and can provide post-workout motivation. | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110105278 | MONITORING METHOD - Method for monitoring a body portion of a user during the use of a gymnastic machine provided with a video monitoring apparatus; this method comprising a phase of defining the body portion to be monitored, followed by a phase of visually and continuously monitoring this body portion through the video monitoring apparatus; this last phase comprising a sub-phase of synchronizing the trend over time of the value of at least one operating parameter of the video monitoring apparatus with a motion of the body portion described on the basis of given kinematic information acquired by a control unit of the gymnastic machine. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110105279 | EXERCISE METHOD AND SYSTEM - The present invention provides a method for creating an exercise history for an exerciser to create an exercise program substantially in real-time, wherein personal exercise information is gathered to create the exercise history during an exercise event in an exercise environment having one or more exercise units. The present invention provides a method for creating an exercise program and a method for controlling an exercise event. The present invention also provides a device arrangement and a device which are arranged to perform the method of the invention. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110111923 | ERGOMETRIC TRAINING DEVICE - A stationary, ergometric exercise apparatus including a hand/foot-operated drive with two drive elements that are operated alternately and a measuring device for measuring the drive force applied to the drive force includes a measuring device for measuring the angular position of the drive, having a pair of sensor devices which are arranged in positions opposite to each other relative to a wheel that is joined to the drive so as to be synchronous in motion with it, which positions each correspond to a position in motion of a load alternation between the two drive elements. A computer receives the signals from the force measuring device and calculates the temporal progress of the drive force, as well as variables that can be derived from it, and alternately output a dedicated right or left limb reading for a person in training depending on the load alternation notified by the measuring device. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110111924 | BOXING AND MARTIAL ARTS FIGHT, TRAINER, AND GAME SYSTEM AND METHOD - A boxing or martial arts training and/or exercise device includes one or more punching pads locationally displaced and supported on a frame. Respective pads are positioned in support on the frame for punching and kicking. Each pad communicatively connects to one or more impact sensor. Each impact sensor communicatively connects to a control unit. The control unit is communicatively connected to a display. The impact sensor detects touches and taps to the pad and signals the control unit of the detection. Responsive to the detection, the control unit directs sequences shown in the display according to a fighting sequence, a training sequence, or other sequence. The control unit includes a user interface for selection among sequences, as well as for selection of various menu items for the respective types of sequences. The fighting sequence displays an avatar fighter in the display for selective responsive punch or kick to the avatar fighter to via a select pad or pads as directed in the display. The training sequence displays an avatar fighter and a graphic of the pad or pads in relational arrangement supported on the frame for selective responsive punch or kick to the pad(s) as directed in the display. The control unit of the device receives input from the impact sensors in response to each punch or kick, and directs next sequences displayed in the display accordingly, for example, by processing and display of informational content relative to punches and kicks. Selection among fighting or training sequences, and among other items, for directional input to the control unit for processing of fighting, training, and other sequence are made by touch or tap of a respective pad. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110124468 | REVOLVING FOOTBOARD FOR RUNNING AND STRUCTURE INCORPORATING SUCH FOOTBOARD - An apparatus for carrying out a motor activity for playing or sporting purposes, comprising a cylindrical structure ( | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110124469 | Method for Comparing Performances on Remotely Located Courses - A method and system are disclosed for comparing the performance of a participant in an event that includes movement along a course to another performance. The performance by the participant is monitored. Using a geographic database that represents the area in which the course is located, the participant's performance is compared to another performance. Then, the participant is provided with information comparing the performances. | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110136627 | EXERCISE DERIVED CURRENCY FOR EXCHANGE OR GRADING - According to various embodiments of the invention, systems and methods are provided to allow a mobile computing device to retrieve exercise related data from a health or fitness monitoring device during an exercise period. The mobile computing device is further configured to use the exercise related data to determine a number of points or an amount of currency earned during the exercise period. These points may then be exchanged for privileges, grades or financial rewards. In some embodiments, this exchange may be conducted or mediated using a system embodied on a second mobile computing device or servers on the internet. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110152033 | PHYSICAL TRAINING SYSTEM - A physical training system is provided combining biomechanics and neurophysiological measurement for providing users with instant advisory feedback about adjustment to body movements of a user or parameter setting of a gymnastic apparatus for a training objective, especially for specific muscle groups, without incurring sports injuries. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110165998 | Method For Monitoring Exercise, And Apparatus And System Thereof - An exercise monitoring device having sensors for monitoring and measuring the physiological and physical parameters of a person during an exercise. The monitored and measured parameters are stored and used in real-time comparison with the same person's performance another time. The monitored and measured parameters of another person in the same exercise may also be used. Real-time monitoring and measuring of the parameters of several people provides the possibility to have virtual competition between people in different locations. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110165999 | Conditioning apparatus and related methods - In one embodiment, a conditioning apparatus for conditioning the body of a user includes a target having a traceable pattern, and an illumination source spaced apart from the target. The illumination source is configured to project a light upon the movement pattern for use as a visual reference point in response to movement of the user. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110172060 | INTERACTIVE SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REACTIVE MARTIAL ARTS FITNESS TRAINING - This invention relates to systems and methods for a martial arts training station which includes an impact target having one or more impact sensors measuring workout performance data such as a position, direction, timing, velocity and force of impacts generated by a user. The training station also includes a reactive coach application which provides a workout routine for the user, receives workout performance data, and reactively modify the workout routine based on the received workout data. The reactive coach application also reactively providing motivational feedback. This motivational feedback is dynamically adjusted to the effectiveness of the motivational feedback as measured by the user's compliance and/or improvement of the user's performance. In some embodiments, the training station communicates with other training stations via a reactive coach server over a local area network and/or a wide area network, thereby enabling the user to compete against other users. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110177916 | EXERCISE APPARATUS - The exercise apparatus of the present invention comprises a treadmill | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110183813 | USER STATUS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM - A user status notification system and method indicate to non-users proximate the fitness equipment unit status information pertaining to the user while the user is using the fitness equipment unit. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110201476 | Computer automated physical fitness system - The invention provides a system for organizing, integrating, coordinating and customizing an individual physical fitness program by employing a set of database management systems, computer platforms and differentiated physical fitness devices and components. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110207581 | METHOD AND DEVICE ENABLING AN ATHLETE TO DETERMINE AND THEN CONTROL THE RATE OF DISPLACEMENT OF A MASS - Method enabling an athlete ( | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110218077 | CROSS TRAINER - The invention is an effort-measuring apparatus for extending the capabilities of a balance-and-weight sensing platform, such as the Wii Balance Board. The apparatus has a base unit configured to securely hold a balance and weight sensing platform and has anchor point to which a resistance mechanism is attached. A user positioned on the secured balance and weight sensing platform may exert a force on a resistance mechanism that will be sensed by the balance and weight sensing platform, along with any apparent shift in a center of balance occasioned by the force. These measurements are wirelessly transmitted to a computer and used to integrate the user's exertions into a game or an exercise routine. The effort measuring support may include anchor extensions that serve both as an anchor points for the resistance mechanism and as legs to provide additional stability. | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110224046 | EXERCISE APPARATUS CAPABLE OF RESISTANCE DETECTION - An exercise apparatus includes a machine body, a transmission device, and a resistance adjusting device. The transmission device is operably disposed on the machine body and includes a rotatable resistance load. The resistance adjusting device includes an adjusting member operably disposed on the machine body, a retarding member connected to the adjusting member and disposed to be brought into contact with the resistance load for retarding rotation of the resistance load, and a force sensor that is disposed between the adjusting member and the retarding member and that is operable to generate a sensor output dependent upon resistance to rotation of the resistance load applied by the retarding member as a result of operating the adjusting member. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110237398 | Footrest for prevention of disorders of venous blood flow: of varicose vein and deep vein thrombosis of feet - The invention concerns medicine and hygiene areas. Footrest for prevention of disorders of venous blood flow (of varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis of feet), comprising: the support (supports) of feet, which allows to do simple prophylactic motions by feet in ankle joint and also allows to regulate the amplitude of described motions of feet; a unit of sound-alarm; an alarm-lamp; the communication interface; a sensors, which allows to measure amplitude, frequency and quantity of motions of the feet in ankle joint; a device of control, which capable to compare amplitude, frequency and quantity of motions of the feet in ankle joint, executed by user in certain interval of time, with preset parameters (for which there is no stagnation of blood and there is no creation of blood clots in veins of feet) and capable (if measured data are not conforms to preset parameters) activate the unit sound-alarm and an alarm-lamp for reminding the user of necessity of renewal of prophylactic exercises of feet or capable transmit the alarm message through communication interface. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110237399 | EXERCISE APPARATUS - An exercise apparatus including a frame, and a cushion adjacent to the frame having a surface. The exercise apparatus further includes a harness wearable by the user and a resistance member extending between the harness and the frame and where the tension within the resistance member is variable. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110237400 | Arm Exercise Device and System - An arm exercise system ( | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110237401 | ABDOMINAL EXERCISER WITH ELECTRONIC COACHING DEVICE - An abdominal exercise apparatus includes a device that instructs and encourages a user. The apparatus comprises a slide member positioned in a channel of a body. The slide member has a user engagement end extending from the channel for engaging a targeted muscle area of the user. A resilient member biases the body and slide in one direction. Handles are attached to the body at opposing locations, and extend away from the body. The instructional device instructs users how to perform multiple phase abdominal exercises and provides motivation. The instructional device comprises a microprocessor, a sound creating mechanism, a visual display, and a user interface. The sound creating mechanism produces prerecorded instructions or motivation. The visual display includes lights to visually instruct the user of the proper amount of time for each phase of an exercise. The user interface allows for a user to select various exercise routines and levels. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110245039 | TOTAL BODY EXERCISE METHODS AND APPARATUS - An exercise apparatus includes a frame, an arm supporting member, and a leg supporting member. A sensor is connected to at least one of the arm supporting member and the leg supporting member, and/or a resilient member is interconnected between the arm supporting member and either the leg supporting member or the frame. The sensor communicates with a user display and/or a resistance device to indicate the amounts of work performed by the arm supporting member and the leg supporting member, and/or to adjust resistance to movement of the leg supporting member as a function of user force applied against the arm supporting member. The resilient member encourages synchronization of the arm supporting member and the leg supporting member, while allowing some relative movement therebetween. A user interface displays data associated with exercise activity, including relative amounts of work performed by a user's arms and legs and/or performed during different phases of exercise, including discrete aerobic and anaerobic phases. The interface display and the level of resistance are preferably changed as part of the transition between phases. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110251022 | LEG REHABILITATION SYSTEM HAVING GAME FUNCTION - The present invention relates to a leg rehabilitation system having a game function. The rehabilitation system comprises: a back plate for supporting a back of a patient; a stepper part having two foothold parts, the back plate being extended from a bottom portion of the back plate in such a manner that a patient can move the two foothold parts downwardly in turn with legs of the patient, a load sensor positioned on the stepper part for sensing a load transferred to each foothold part and the movement speed of the foothold part when the patient moves the legs; a controller configured for generating game data based on load data according to the load sensed by the load sensor and speed data according to the movement speed; and a display unit for displaying graphical game elements corresponding to the game data generated by the controller. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110269600 | Portable exercise assisting device - The invention relates to a device for measuring repetitive events in exercise routines using a pressure-sensitive mat having a base layer of a rubberized material, an intermediate layer attached to said base layer comprising a layer or layers, a top layer attached to said intermediate layer being formed from a durable material, a readout and control unit connected to said device, connective wires between said intermediate layer and said readout and control unit. The device is useful for counting repetitive events in exercises such as running in place, sit ups and knee bends. The device may be used to measure traffic through doorways and within confined spaces. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110269601 | SENSOR BASED EXERCISE CONTROL SYSTEM - A system and method for exercising core muscles, particularly the lumbar intrinsic musculature, including the multifidi. A system is disclosed that includes: a first sensor for detecting upper body exertions of a user engaged in an exercise; a second sensor for detecting lower torso exertions for the user engaged in the exercise; a third sensor for detecting lower extremity exertions for the user engaged in the exercise; a control system for processing sensor data from the first, second and third sensor, said control system including: a user interface system for communicating information with the user; a data collection system for collecting sensor data; an analysis system for analyzing the sensor data and determining if the user is performing the exercise in a technically correct manner; and a feedback system for alerting the user when the exercise is not being performed in the technically correct manner. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110275482 | INTERACTIVE EXERCISE DEVICES - An interactive exercise device includes a stationary base to which a first exercise implement is movably connected. A first resistance element is operably connected to the first exercise implement to provide resistance against at least some movements of the first exercise implement relative to the stationary base. An interactive motion guide that directs a user of the interactive exercise device to move the first exercise implement relative to the stationary base in an indicated manner is operably connected to the interactive exercise device. The interactive motion guide includes first and second electronic indicators to which a processor is operably connected. A non-transitory and tangible computer readable medium is operably connected to the processor and includes instructions to manipulate output of the first and second electronic indicators in response to movement of the first exercise implement relative to the stationary base. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110275483 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING FITNESS EQUIPMENT AND EXERCISE - In a first aspect, a method is provided that includes the steps of (1) providing a monitor for determining a level of exercise performance performed by an exerciser and for outputting a signal representative of the performance level; (2) using the monitor to measure a level of exercise performance performed by an exerciser; (3) outputting from the monitor a signal representative of the performance level; (4) providing a video game having a character, the video game inputting and being responsive to the performance level signal output by the monitor, the video game using the performance level signal to control a performance level of the video game character; and (5) while the exerciser is not exercising, controlling a performance level of the video game character based on a performance level signal output by the monitor. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110281687 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING AUDIO AND VISUAL CUES VIA A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE - Methods and systems for providing a lifestyle companion system are provided. The lifestyle companion system can provide a platform to conduct a user interview. Based on the user interview responses, the system can suggest activities, references, and/or plug-in modules. During performance of activities, the system can provide audio and/or visual cues related to the activities and collect data indicative of the user's performance. Based on the collected data, the system can dynamically adapt the user's goals and/or activities the user is performing or will perform. In some embodiments of the present invention, the lifestyle companion system of the present invention can be applied to fitness, nutrition, and/or medical modules. The system also can be used to facilitate synchronous group activities. | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110287896 | DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR RECEIVING, RECORDING AND DISPLAYING INFORMATION RELATING TO PHYSICAL EXERCISE - Devices, systems and methods for receiving, recording, and/or displaying information related to physical exercise are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, an instrumented weight pin for use with a stacked weight exercise machine includes a shaft portion extending outwardly from a handle portion. In this embodiment, the shaft portion is configured to be removably positioned adjacent to one or more weights of the exercise machine to selectively engage the one or more weights during use of the exercise machine. The weight pin can further include a load sensor and/or an accelerometer. The load sensor and/or the accelerometer can provide information associated with an exercise set to a data storage device carried by the weight pin. The data storage device can be operably coupled to a user computer or other display device so that information relating to the exercise set can be displayed for viewing by the user. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110306468 | CALORIC BURN DETERMINATION FROM BODY MOVEMENT - A system and method is disclosed determining caloric burn via an HCI system. Using a capture device which is able to detect the thickness of a user's arms, legs, torso, etc., the system determines a mass for each of a user's body parts. Thereafter, in one example, the system measures caloric burn for a given body part as a function of how far the body part was displaced, a mass of the body part displaced and gravity. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20110306469 | EXERCISE SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR COMMUNICATION - The present invention relates to an exercise system for giving feedback to a user thereof and to a method for communication between different devices in the exercise system. The exercise system comprises at least two body coupled communication modules ( | 12-15-2011 |
| 20120004076 | Apparatus for Counting Repetitions of an Exercise Device - An apparatus for counting repetitions of an exercise device including a frame with at least one guide member, a movable component guided to travel along a path by the at least one guide member, the path having a start position, a first position, and a second position, first and second proximity sensors attached to the frame, the first proximity sensor transmitting a first signal when the movable component is located near the first position, and the second proximity sensor transmitting a second signal when the movable component is located near the second position, an electronic counter set up to receive the first and second signals so that the electronic counter can count the number of repetitions of travel of the movable component along the path, a memory storage device for storing the repetition count, and a display device able to display the rep count. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120015778 | Location-Aware Fitness Monitoring Methods, Systems, and Program Products, and Applications Thereof - Location-aware fitness monitoring program products, systems, and methods, and applications thereof, are disclosed. In an embodiment, a method for providing feedback to an athlete via a portable fitness monitoring device includes the steps of calculating a plurality of speed points from a plurality of time-stamped position points, calculating an output speed based on at least some of the plurality of speed points, determining that the output speed is outside of a predetermined speed range, receiving acceleration data from an accelerometer, determining that a recent speed change has occurred based on the acceleration data, providing feedback to the athlete via the portable fitness monitoring device, wherein the feedback is provided in response to the determination that the output speed is outside of the predetermined speed range, and in response to the determination that the recent speed change has occurred. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120021872 | EXERCISE APPARATUS - The invention relates to exercise apparatus, particularly of the type intended to develop reaction speed and agility, the apparatus comprising a reaction display comprising an array of targets designed to present a variety of reach positions for a user, and further including an instruction display mounted for ready visibility to the user, wherein the instruction display and at least some of the targets are provided with means to display a selection from at least two variables. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120028760 | PORTABLE ISOMETRIC EXERCISE DEVICE AND METHOD - The present invention is a portable isometric exercise device with resistance generated by a spring force including an electronic light or sound indicator to signal that a constant force level is being maintained. When a force is applied to the spring and a desired level of resistance is achieved, a continuous signal will be generated to advise the user that the isometric force exercise is being maintained. If the force is reduced, the signal will terminate to advise the user that the user has not maintained the required level of resistance. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120028761 | INTERFACING PORTABLE MEDIA DEVICES AND SPORTS EQUIPMENT - Circuits, methods, and apparatus that allow sports or other equipment, such as gym or other cardio equipment, to write data to a media player. Examples further provide the uploading of this data to a computer and third-party website. To monitor progress, the third-party website can be used to track workout data over time. The third party-website can also collect data from other users, which is particularly useful for providing a competitive environment. This data can then be graphically displayed in various ways to provide encouragement. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120035020 | Device Method and System for Exercising - The present invention is a device, system and method for exercising. The elastic device possesses resilient qualities, such that resistance occurs when pressure is applied by feet, knees, arms or other limbs/body-parts. The elastic device, and/or a computerized communication device to which the exercising device is connected, may be structured to provide feedback when a certain amount of pressure is applied, thus marking the end point of a manipulation of the exercising device, the end point of a sub step(s) of a manipulation and/or the end point of a set of manipulations. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120046144 | DEVICE CAPABLE OF ADJUSTING IMAGES ACCORDING TO BODY MOTION OF USER AND PERFORMING METHOD THEREOF - A device capable of adjusting images according to a body motion of a user and a performing method thereof are disclosed. The device includes a display unit, at least one camera unit, and a control unit. The display unit functions for displaying images. The camera unit captures at least one motion image of the user. The control unit is electrically coupled to the display unit and the camera unit. The control unit receives the motion image of the user and adjusts the display unit according to the motion image of the user, whereby the images displayed by or on the display unit move as does the user. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20120058861 | TACTILE EXERCISE MAT - The present invention relates to a tactile exercise mat ( | 03-08-2012 |
| 20120077641 | UNIVERSAL EXERCISE GUIDANCE SYSTEM - An exercise guidance system and method display either a workout option or different exercise options based on a person's exercise objectives. In one embodiment, the displayed option or options is additionally based at least partially upon a metabolic equivalent. In another embodiment, the displayed option or options is additionally based at least partially upon the time current available time for the workout. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120094804 | WEIGHT-LIFTING EXERCISE MACHINE - A weight-lifting exercise machine enables an athlete to lift a mass from an initial resting position. After the athlete releases the mass, the machine cushions the fall of the mass, such that the mass returns to its resting position without assistance from the athlete. The movements of the athlete and the mass can be tracked, preferably by wireless accelerometers attached respectively to the athlete and the mass, and data on such movements can be stored and analyzed. The machine provides a monitor to enable the athlete to track the progress of the exercise, and to determine whether the exercise is being performed correctly. | 04-19-2012 |
| 20120094805 | MONITORING APPARATUS FOR A GYMNASTIC MACHINE - Apparatus and method for monitoring a body portion of a user during the use of a gymnastic machine provided with a video monitoring apparatus; this method comprising a phase of defining the body portion to be monitored, followed by a phase of visually and continuously monitoring this body portion through the video monitoring apparatus; this last phase comprising a sub-phase of synchronizing the trend over time of the value of at least one operating parameter of the video monitoring apparatus with a motion of the body portion described on the basis of given kinematic information acquired by a control unit of the gymnastic machine. | 04-19-2012 |
| 20120108393 | Programmed exercise bicycle with computer aided guidance - The invention pertains to a stationary exercise bike along with a display that provides instruction to lead a rider through an exercise program. The invention allows a rider to obtain benefits of a group, instructor-led class though the rider's schedule does not permit the rider to participate in the class. The invention also describes a method of exercising with the foregoing bike and display. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120108394 | INTERACTIVE SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR BOXING AND MARTIAL ARTS - A boxing or martial arts training and exercise device may include punching pads locationally displaced on a frame. Respective pads may be positioned in support on the frame for punching and kicking Each pad can communicatively connect to one or more impact sensor. Each impact sensor can communicatively connect to a control unit. The control unit may be communicatively connected to a display. The impact sensor detects strikes to the pad. The impact sensor includes an accelerometer and a signal processor. The control unit includes an aggregator for receiving and logging strike metrics. The control unit directs sequences in the display according to a routine, and delivers indicators of strike metrics. The control unit includes a user interface for selection among sequences, as well as for selection of various menu items. A video of a human instructor or an animated avatar is viewable in a display. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120108395 | EXERCISE SYSTEM - An example exercise system includes an exercise apparatus including a processor, a movable element and an output device and a device including a processor and coupled to the exercise apparatus and to a communication network. The device is configured to receive an exercise program information and mental activity data and to output the exercise program information and the mental activity data to the exercise apparatus. The processor of the exercise apparatus is configured to use the exercise program information to control a parameter associated with the movable element and to control the output device to output the mental activity data during use of the exercise apparatus. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120115682 | CONSUMER USEABLE TESTING KIT - Systems and techniques relating to evaluating performance characteristics are provided. One or more fitness devices, for example, a ball and/or a mat, may have sensors for measuring a user's actions during an activity protocol, such as a testing drill. Sensor configured to detect if the fitness device meets operational criteria are disclosed. In one embodiment, the fitness device may comprise a ball and the operational criteria may relate to the weight, dimensions, and/or internal pressure of the ball. In one embodiment, data from fitness device(s) may be used to calculate a score. In other embodiments, a score may be calculated; however, it may not be associated with credentials or certified if an operational criteria is not met. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120172176 | Lower-Limb off-axis training apparatus and system - This invention provides a lower-limb off-axis movement training apparatus, which is mounted on the movement part of a sagittal plane exercise machine and allows the user to perform off-axis movement training during sagittal plane functional movements. The said apparatus for the lower limb off-axis training consists of a base, an off-axis movement generating part mounted on the base, and a foot container supported by the off-axis movement generating part. The said off-axis movement generating part comprising at least one of the following two: (1) off-axis pivoting generating part, which generates the pivoting movement of the foot container; (2) off-axis sliding generating part, which generates the sliding movement of the foot container. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20120172177 | SYSTEM FOR SUPPORTING A USER TO DO EXERCISES - The present invention relates to a system ( | 07-05-2012 |
| 20120184410 | Combination ergonomic task chair and exercise device - Apparatus for both supporting an occupant as a task chair and exercising the lumbar extensors. The chair has two configurations. One configuration is as a task chair. A second configuration is as an exercise device in which the arm rests move to restrain the anterior pelvic region and the lumbar support becomes a posterior pelvic restraint. The seatback moves through a range of motion with a strength curve ratio of about 1.4:1 between flexion and extension. The chair has a resistance mechanism that includes a four-bar linkage connected to a selectable group of coil springs. The chair includes a range of motion monitor and detectors that communicate with a feedback system, which indicates if the occupant is performing the exercise correctly. The feedback system displays a screen showing the angular position of the seatback with a comparison of the ideal position for the exercise. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20120190504 | VIRTUAL REALITY SYSTEM FOR EXERCISE EQUIPMENT AND METHOD THEREOF - A virtual reality system and method for exercise equipment are provided. The virtual reality system includes a configuration module, a processing module, a movement detection module, an electronic compass, and a display apparatus. The display apparatus displays the geographic information of the start point of the route, the current position of a user, and the visual angle corresponding to the orientation of the head of the user. | 07-26-2012 |
| 20120190505 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MONITORING AND FEED-BACKING ON EXECUTION OF PHYSICAL EXERCISE ROUTINES - A system for monitoring performance of a physical exercise routine comprises a Pilates exercise device enabling a user to perform the physical exercise routine, a plurality of motion and position sensors for generating sensory information that includes at least position and movements of a user performing the physical exercise routine; a database containing routine information representing at least an optimal execution of the physical exercise routine; a training module configured to separate from sensory information at least appearance of the Pilates exercise device, compare the separated sensory information to the routine information to detect at least dissimilarities between the sensory information and the routine information, wherein the dissimilarities indicate an incorrect execution of the physical exercise routine, the training module is further configured to feedback the user with instructions related to correcting the execution of the physical exercise routine by the user; and a display for displaying the feedback. | 07-26-2012 |
| 20120196724 | Method of controlling an exercise apparatus - A method for controlling an exercise apparatus, including steps of controlling a touch screen to display an information field, and then monitoring the touch screen to detect whether a touch is located in an input zone which has a plurality of sensing areas in the information field. A user can use one of specific actions to move a first tag from a first sensing area to a second sensing area. And one of the steps of the method relocates the first tag proximate to the second sensing area to have a portion of the first tag to point at the second sensing area. The final step of the method operates the exercise apparatus from a first condition using a first value corresponding to the first sensing area to a second condition using a second value corresponding to the second sensing area. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20120214647 | MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING DEVICE - A martial arts training device for use during training and/or sparring is disclosed. The device includes a chest protector for covering at least a portion of a user's torso. One or more shock sensors are disposed in the chest protector for detecting a contact made to the chest protector. A control unit is in communication with one or more of the shock sensors. The device may include a display unit for displaying a score representing quantity of contacts detected by one or more of the shock sensors. The device may include an output device, such as a sound emitter for emitting a sound to indicate the contact has been made to the chest protector. A power supply is provided in the martial arts training device for supplying power to one or more of the shock sensor(s), the control unit, the output device, and/or the display unit. | 08-23-2012 |
| 20120220428 | Arrangements for converting semispherical motion to linnear motion conducive to exercising an appendage of the human body - A method is provided for exercising a human appendage that includes placing the appendage in contact with a user interface and placing a force on the user interface where the user interface based on a net user force becomes displace from an unbiased position to a biased position, where the user interface when moving from the unbiased position to the biased position moves about a path defined by a semispherical surface having defined by an origin, a radius and an angle of displacement. | 08-30-2012 |
| 20120220429 | TRAINING MANAGEMENT DEVICE, TRAINING DEVICE AND STORAGE MEDIUM - Disclosed is a training management device which manages exercise by a user using a training machine including a moving body which moves according to exercise by the user, the training management device including: a detecting section which detects that (a) the moving body starts moving from a default position to reach a predetermined position and (b) the moving body moves from the predetermined position toward the default position; a measuring section which measures time from when the detecting section detects that the moving body reaches the predetermined position to when the detecting section detects that the moving body moves from the predetermined position toward the default position; and a determining section which determines whether the exercise by the user is isometric training based on the measurement time measured by the measuring section. | 08-30-2012 |
| 20120231931 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MODERATION OF VESTIBULAR DISORDERS - A system and method for use in moderating symptoms associated with vestibular disorders. The patient stands atop a balance platform and balances or performs other exercises on the platform. The exercises require the patient to work against the instability of an inflatable bladder positioned beneath the balance platform. Training difficult may be increased or decreased by changing the pressure of the inflatable bladder. Increased pressure makes the bladder firm, which is easier to balance upon and decreased pressure softens the bladder, making it more difficult to balance upon. Over time, the repeated performance of the exercise sessions improves the impairment the patient is experiencing due to the symptoms of the vestibular disorder. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120238407 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR ACCURATELY MEASURING STRIKE IMPACT ON A MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING BAG - An instrument is attached to a punching bag that accurately and consistently provides a strike impact feedback score to a user. The instrument is adaptable to existing punching bags, is simple for the user to install, simple to operate, and provides an intuitive user interface. The feedback score is a reliable and consistent interpretation of the intensity of the user's strike, providing meaningful feedback to the user and/or the martial arts instructor for use in improving the quality of the student's strikes. | 09-20-2012 |
| 20120264570 | SYSTEMS FOR INTERACTION WITH EXERCISE DEVICE - An exercise device is configured to enable a user to interact with a trainer in real-time communication. The exercise device includes an exercise mechanism having a movable element for movement in performance of exercise by a user. Communicating with the exercise mechanism is an interface adapted for gathering a first real-time signal from the user. The interface communicates with a communication system for receiving a packetized second real-time signal including a synchronized control signal from the trainer. The exercise device includes an output device configured to reproduce the second real-time signal. The control signals carried by the second signal are used to control the operating parameters of the exercise mechanism in real-time. | 10-18-2012 |
| 20120277063 | Apparatus and Method of Controlling Lower-Limb Joint Moments through Real-Time Feedback Training - A real-time estimation of 3D moments of lower-limb joints using a robotic multi-axis training system with a 6-axis force/torque (F/T) sensors and a 6-DOF goniometer is described. A joint moment such as the knee abduction moment (KAM) can be determined in real-time without using sophisticated optoelectronic motion tracking system. The system also does not require computation of the COP location. The knee adduction moment or any other lower-limb 3D joint moments can be determined conveniently during stepping movement on the training system for real-time biofeedback training on controlling the targeted joint moment(s). The 6-DOF goniometer is convenient to use with other analog signals including the 6-axis F/T and locomotion variables. As an example application, combined with the frontal plane movement on the robotic multi-axis elliptical trainer, it provides a useful tool suitable for clinical setting to help patients with knee OA to reduce potentially damaging peak knee adduction moment through real-time feedback training. | 11-01-2012 |
| 20120289378 | Exercise Apparatus - Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to a sliding exercise apparatus. In various embodiments, the sliding exercise apparatus includes a sliding unit with a platform, a sliding surface, a motion sensor, and a transmitter. The sliding unit moves in response to pressure applied against the platform, as the sliding surface is adapted to slide along a ground surface in one or more directions. The motion sensor generates activity data based on one or more characteristics of the movement, such as speed, direction, etc. The transmitter sends the activity data to a computing device, which is adapted for processing, storing, and sharing information based on the activity data. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120302404 | 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. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20120302405 | Process and Apparatus for Exercising An Operator - A process is disclosed for enabling an operator to exercise on an exercise device. The process includes measuring a range of movement of the operator during exercising on the exercise device for generating an electronic range of movement data. A strength is measured of the operator during exercising on the exercise device for generating an electronic strength data. An electronic program is designed based on the electronic range of movement data and the electronic strength data. The electronic program is stored in an electronic media. The electronic program is displayed as a moving scale on a screen for instructing the operator to exercise at the same rate as the moving scale to complete the exercise in a timely and controlled matter. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20120302406 | EXERCISE DEVICES WITH FORCE SENSORS - An exemplary exercise device includes a handheld force sensor with complementary male and female connectors extending from opposite sides thereof. The force sensor senses pulling and/or pushing forces exerted between the opposing sides. The male connector may be resistant to travel through the female connector except in limited orientations. The connectors allow the exercise device to interface with any mobile or immobile device having complementary connectors. Non-complementary connectors can connect with the exercise device through a body passage. Depending on devices interfaced with the exercise device, force readings can be taken during a vast variety of motions using different muscle groups during training, exercise, and rehabilitation/physical therapy in homes, schools, healthcare facilities, health clubs, etc. Force readings from the force sensor may be communicated via wired and/or wireless technologies to other devices for live (real-time) processing and display as well as additional historical analysis and reporting. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20120316036 | STARTING DEVICE FOR A COMPETITOR IN A SPORTS COMPETITION - The competitor starting device in a sports competition is a starting block device. It includes one rear base for holding the device on a competition surface, a force detection sensor connected to a processing circuit, and two starting blocks for competitor's feet. Each block is adjustably mounted on a longitudinal bar, which is connected to the base and activates the sensor to determine a response time at the competition start. The longitudinal bar is connected to an H-shaped structure having two strips, spaced apart. The strip ends are rigidly connected to an immobile portion of the rear base, while a central bar connecting the strips is secured to the rear end of the longitudinal bar. When a force is applied to the block(s), the central bar is pushed in one direction via the bending of the strips to activate the sensor to determine a response time at the competition start. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20120316037 | Exercising Apparatus - An apparatus is disclosed for enabling an operator to exercise comprising a frame having a body, a base and a top. A load is positioned on the frame for providing a resistive force. A press is positioned on the frame for displacement by the operator. A linkage joins the load with the press for displacing the load upon displacement of the press by the operator. An arm extends between a support end and a user end. A support pivot secures the support end of the arm to the top of the frame for pivoting the arm about the frame. A user interface inputs and outputs data. A user pivot securing the user interface to the user end of the arm for pivoting the user interface about the arm. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20120322621 | POWER MEASUREMENT DEVICE FOR A BIKE TRAINER - Systems and methods for accurately measuring power output of a cyclist using a bike trainer that may be operated by a user for stationary riding when coupled to a conventional bicycle. The systems utilize a power output equation that models power due to resistance of a fan of the bike trainer as well as power due to kinetic energy of the fan. The systems account for operating conditions that affect the power measurements so that more accurate measurements can be provided, thereby improving the training experience of the user. Operating conditions include mechanical drag, temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure and/or altitude. The power output equation is dependent on the angular velocity of the fan of the bike trainer and the measured or received operating conditions. | 12-20-2012 |
| 20120329608 | MODULAR ROBOTIC TILES FOR PHYSICAL INTERACTION - A therapeutic training device includes a shallow housing having an upwardly open cavity in the top surface and a flexible and transparent cover which encloses the cavity at least partially. The housing further includes a force sensor placed inside the cavity communicating with the central part. The force sensor measures the force applied on the flexible and transparent cover and generates a response signal. The housing further includes a light source placed inside the cavity, the light source being visible through the flexible and transparent cover, and a central processor placed inside the housing, which activates the light sources in accordance with a specific software and evaluates the response signal from the force sensor in accordance with the specific software. A plurality of communication devices are located on the side surfaces and is controlled by the central processor and communicates with adjacent devices. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20130005534 | Instrumented Article of Fitness and Method of Determining Caloric Requirements - Disclosed is a force measuring article of athletic equipment and method of monitoring caloric output during a physical exercise. Force transducers are positioned within the palm region of a lifting glove or sole portion of an athletic shoe for measuring force versus time data and storing the data for later retrieval and analysis. The force output for a given exercise is analyzed such that the user is able to monitor and gauge energy output during an activity without the use of a heart rate monitor or larger, external equipment. The data can be used to determine caloric output, from which the user can directly measure the energy required for a specific exercise and the necessary calories required to complete the exercise. The method involves gather this information and using it as means to further understand caloric output, and thus meter caloric intake and maintain a proper daily caloric balance. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130005535 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR AN EXERCISE UNIT - It is provided an exercise unit incorporating a module for exerting torque countering torque exerted by a user. The exercise unit includes a torque sensor and a processor. The torque sensor includes a first arm connected to a first axis rotatable by the user, and a beam load cell connected to the first arm and associated with a second arm. The second arm is connected to a second axis rotationally associated with the module, and is coaxially coupled to the first axis. Exerting torque on the first axis loads the beam load cell, providing a measured load, which the processor uses to provide a measured exerted torque. The processor is embedded within a motor driver, and its method of operation includes acquiring desired exercising parameters, receiving measurements of motion variable and driving the motor accordingly. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130012358 | Combined Beverage Holder and Exercise Apparatus - An apparatus is disclosed which combines a beverage holder (e.g. a mug) with a compressible device (i.e. a gripper or handgrip) that is usable as an exercise apparatus for a users hands, wrists or forearms. This dual purpose apparatus can function not only as a mug or insulator but also a squeezable exercise device where by flexing and relaxing a user's hand the user conditions their hands, wrists or forearms. The device may also include lights or audio. In some embodiments the handgrip may be detachably attached to the beverage container to allow the independent use of the holder and handgrip. | 01-10-2013 |
| 20130012359 | Sensor for Fitness Equipment - An exercise machine has a rotating joint with an accelerometer mounted on the rotating joint. A microprocessor converts the signal from the accelerometer into a distance measurement based on the machine characteristics. | 01-10-2013 |
| 20130029807 | Health Tracking Program - A Health Tracking Program of the invention is software that can read exercise equipment devices such as pedometers, weight scales, pulse monitors and calorie meters. User data is imported and exported to the software where it is displayed in a useful manner to indicate how a user is progressing. Users can input their own information such as weight, caloric intake, caloric expenditure, body mass index and activities performed. Software can upload selected user data to the internet. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130035207 | ROUTINE-BASED MANAGEMENT OF EXERCISE EQUIPMENT ACCESS - A solution for managing access to exercise equipment in a fitness facility is provided. A planned exercise routine for a user, which includes data corresponding to a plurality of exercises desired to be performed by the user at the fitness facility is used for providing location information for presentation to the user. Each exercise can require use of an exercise apparatus. The exercise can be mapped to at least one exercise apparatus located at the fitness facility. A target exercise apparatus can be identified from the mapped exercise apparatus(es). Location information for one or more of the target exercise apparatuses can be provided for presentation to the user. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130035208 | EXERCISE DEVICE WITH FAN CONTROLLABLE BY A PHYSIOLOGICAL CONDITION OF A USER - In general, exercise devices of the present invention include one or more fans that can increase the flow of air in particular direction. Exercise devices of the present invention also include a sensing mechanism that can sense a physiological condition of a user performing an exercise on the exercise device. The sensed physiological condition could be pulse, blood pressure, respiration, caloric expenditure, weight, perspiration, temperature, blood oxygen level, metabolic equivalent of task (MET), carbohydrates burned, cadence or another physiological condition. The speed of the air flow created by the fan can depend on the physiological condition sensed by the sensing mechanism. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130040782 | EXERCISE EQUIPMENT INTENDED FOR EXERCISING LEGS OF A PERSON - The present invention relates to an exercise apparatus for exercising muscle groups in a person's legs by stretching and/or retraction, which exercise apparatus comprises at least a first frame and at least a first foot platform which foot platform is rotatable fastened to a hearing, which hearing is placed in relation to the person's foot for exercise at least plantar flexion and/or dorsal flexion, which exercise apparatus further includes a leg support. Hereby can be achieved exercising of the muscle groups by stretching and/or retraction (quadriceps lemons, biceps femoris, semitendinosus, semimembranosus, gastrocnememius, tibialis posterior, tibialis anterior, peroneus longus, peroneus brevis and soleus) in the legs of a person, and the muscles (soleus, gastrocnemius, tibialis posterior, peroneus brevis, peroneus longus, biceps femoris, semitendinosus, semimembranosus) at the back side of the legs. | 02-14-2013 |
| 20130059696 | EXERCISE SYSTEM AND CONTROLLER - The invention relates to an exercise system/device for exercising a user's upper limb. The exercise system/device is intended for use in rehabilitating patients suffering hemiparesis that causes one upper limb to be at least partially paralysed. For example, the exercise system/device can be used for neuroplastic retraining rehabilitation techniques for enabling patients to regain control of their paralysed upper extremities, including shoulders, elbows, wrists and fingers, but primarily their shoulders and elbows via larger arm movements. This is achieved through the use of an elongate handle and a motion sensing device associated with the handle for communicating the user's movements of the A handle to a gaming system. Although the exercise system/device is primarily for rehabilitation of patients suffering hemiparesis, it will be appreciated that it may also be used by any person for bilateral training and exercising upper limbs. | 03-07-2013 |
| 20130065731 | INTERACTIVE SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR BOXING AND MARTIAL ARTS - A boxing or martial arts training and exercise device may include punching pads locationally displaced on a frame. Respective pads may be positioned in support on the frame for punching and kicking Each pad can communicatively connect to one or more impact sensor. Each impact sensor can communicatively connect to a control unit. The control unit may be communicatively connected to a display. The impact sensor detects strikes to the pad. The impact sensor includes an accelerometer and a signal processor. The control unit includes an aggregator for receiving and logging strike metrics. The control unit directs sequences in the display according to a routine, and delivers indicators of strike metrics. The control unit includes a user interface for selection among sequences, as well as for selection of various menu items. A video of a human instructor or an animated avatar is viewable in a display. | 03-14-2013 |
| 20130072353 | APPARATUS FOR THE ASSISTED PERFORMANCE OF A FITNESS EXERCISE - An apparatus ( | 03-21-2013 |
| 20130085038 | STATIONARY EXERCISE EQUIPMENT FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, MORE PARTICULAR AN EXERCISE BIKE - Stationary exercise equipment for physical training, more particularly an exercise bike, comprising a frame with a movement unit which either is to be moved by the exerciser or is itself driven and interacts with the exerciser, one or more sensors, assigned to the movement unit and/or the exerciser, for capturing measured values, and a computer apparatus for establishing one or more items of measurement-value-related information, which are output on a frame-side display apparatus, letterized in that provision is made for a first display apparatus ( | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130085039 | MOTION TRAININGS DEVICE AND MOTION TRAININGS SYSTEM - A left foot plate and a right foot plate, which are put each both feet of a trainee, are set up, and a load sensor to detect a load is set up at multiple positions on each of the left foot plate and the right foot plate. An extraction unit takes out a load information corresponding to a posture or a motion of the trainee from the load detected by the load sensor. A measurement unit calculates an evaluated value to evaluate a difference of a goal load information set up in a goal setting unit and the load information taken out by the extraction unit. The evaluated value is checked by the trainee at showing in a display unit through an exhibition unit. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130085040 | EXERCISE APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - An exercise apparatus is provided. The exercise apparatus includes upper-body and lower-body sections, the sections being made of a stretchable material that form fits around the wearer. Each of the sections is configured to have coupled thereto a weight, or a plurality of weights, as selected by the wearer. The weights can be positioned and attached to the apparatus at any location on the apparatus as chosen by the user, such that the position and size of the weights is customizable by the individual wearer. Also, the exercise apparatus includes ports for receiving elastic members, the ports being coupled to the apparatus at predetermined locations on the apparatus. The ports allow the wearer to releasably couple an elastic member between any two ports chosen by the wearer, such that the elastic member provides elastic resistance to the wearer as the wearer moves his/her joints in the apparatus. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130090212 | DUMBBELL STRUCTURE CAPABLE OF DELIVERING EXERCISE INFORMATION AND STATUS - The present invention discloses a dumbbell structure capable of delivering exercise information and status, comprising one or more electronic devices installed on the dumbbell for transmitting related parameter information exercise information and status to a computer (such as PC or NB) or a personal smart mobile device (such as PAD and PDA) with corresponding software, and the computer or personal smart mobile device display data of the total amount of exercise (including frequency and calorie consumption), and the electronic device comprises a weight information transmitting sensor, a weight information receiving sensor, a G-sensor, a power supply unit, an information integration and computation unit and an information output unit. | 04-11-2013 |
| 20130090213 | Exercise-Based Entertainment And Game Controller To Improve Health And Manage Obesity - Monitoring and rewarding of physical activity are carried out by: (1) receiving a measurement of a physical activity from a sensor; (2) processing the measurement of the physical activity to derive a valid extent of the physical activity; and (3) controlling an entertainment device based on the valid extent of the physical activity. | 04-11-2013 |
| 20130102439 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROMOTING AND TRACKING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AMONG A PARTICIPATING GROUP OF INDIVIDUALS - A system and method of tracking physical activity of a person in order to help motivate that person to add more exercise to their lives. Each participant is provided a motion sensor that detects forces incurred by the participant. The motion sensor creates electronic data that corresponds to the forces detected. The data is analyzed to determine whether or not exercise has been performed. The analysis can also determine the type of exercise performed, when the exercise was performed, and the duration of the exercise performed. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130102440 | 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. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130109538 | Arm and waist exercising apparatus | 05-02-2013 |
| 20130123070 | CADENCE DETECTION SYSTEM AND CADENCE SENSOR THEREFOR - A cadence detection system may include a cadence sensor and an exercise device, such as a stationary bike, an indoor cycle trainer, a bicycle trainer, a rowing machine, a stair stepping machine, or the like. In operation, the cadence sensor detects movement of at least one component of the drive train of the exercise device during operation thereof, which in turn, may be utilized for calculating the cadence of the exercise device. | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130123071 | Heart Rate Based Training System - Exercise systems and methods are provided that create and run exercise programs that are custom tailored to individual users. An exercise program for a specific user is based upon the user's average work heart rate and recovery heart rate. The exercise programs may include a series of workouts for the user to perform. Each workout requires the user to exercise at various intensity levels so that the user's heart rate moves between different predetermined target heart rate zones. The target heart rate zones are calculated from data relating to the user's average work heart rate and recovery heart rate. As the user's fitness level changes, the user's average work heart rate and recovery heart rate also change. Creation of new exercise programs uses the most current heart rate data to calculate the target heart rate zones, thereby continuously tailoring the exercise programs to the user. | 05-16-2013 |
| 20130130867 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A MODULAR OBSTACLE COURSE WITH VARIABLE DIFFICULTY - A system and method are provide for an obstacle course including first and second lanes associated with first and second difficulty ratings, respectively. The first lane includes a first plurality of obstacles associated with the first difficulty rating and the second lane includes a second plurality of obstacles associated with the second difficulty rating. The first difficulty rating indicates greater difficulty than the second difficulty rating. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130137552 | ELECTRONIC FITNESS TRAINER AND METHOD FOR OPERATING AN ELECTRONIC FITNESS TRAINER - A device for controlling and supervising a user during performing a fitness exercise at a fitness device (electronic Fitness Trainer) comprises a controller module for selecting at least one music piece suited for executing the fitness exercise according to a training plan, for monitoring biofeedback data obtained from the user during executing the exercise, for monitoring device data obtained from the fitness device during executing the exercise and for controlling other components of the device, an explanation module for generating an explanation message, a correction module for generating a correction message, a feedback module for generating a feedback message and an input/output module for receiving biofeedback data from the user and device data from the fitness device and for outputting the explanation message, the correction message and the feedback message as well as the selected at least one music piece to the user. | 05-30-2013 |
| 20130143717 | ELECTRONIC METER FOR AN EXERCISE APPARATUS - Electronic meter for an exercise apparatus wherein the body mass index (BMI) and the standard heart rate parameter list are stored in a microprocessor of the electronic meter. After the user inputs his personal basic data (such as height, weight, gender, age, etc.), the microprocessor will determine the weight difference for the user. According to this result, an optimal exercise session suitable for the user will be automatically determined and executed. When the microprocessor executes the exercise session program, the “constant wattage” serves as an exercise response parameter for the sports apparatus. According to the speed of the sports apparatus operated by the user, the resistance level and the total operation time of the sports apparatus can be adjusted at any time. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130143718 | APPARATUS, A SYSTEM AND A RELATING METHOD FOR LOCAL OR REMOTE REHABILITATION AND FUNCTIONAL EVALUATION OF THE HANDS - An apparatus for the local and/or remote rehabilitation and functional evaluation of the right and/or left hand of a user includes: a number of gym tools for the execution of hand exercises, each gym tool including a mechanical part, a sensor for the transformation of measured physical parameters into electrical signals; a user interface, configured to guide the user in the use of the gym tools, and providing feedbacks to the sequence of user actions; a first processing unit, configured to manage the apparatus functions, signal processing, storing and forwarding information on the measured physical parameters to at least one external device; a short-range communication module, configured to allow a real-time close-distance control of the apparatus; a wide-range communication module, configured to allow the connection to at least one long-distance tele-monitoring system. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130172154 | METHOD FOR MEASURING QUANTITY OF EXERCISE AND DISPLAY APPARATUS THEREOF - An exercise quantity measuring method and display apparatus thereof is provided. The exercise quantity measuring method includes photographing a user's motion to obtain a motion image, calculating a motion analogous degree representing a comparison between the motion image and a sample motion image, where the sample motion image is previously stored in association with a sample value of exercise quantity; and calculating an exercise quantity of the user's motion based on the motion analogous degree and the sample value of exercise quantity. | 07-04-2013 |
| 20130172155 | Portable Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation/Exercise Device, System and Method - A portable physical therapy/rehabilitation/exercise device is provided for evaluating the condition of a patient and for evaluating and tracking the progress made by a patient over time. The device is hand held and has an evaluation mode to determine the current condition of the patient. The device also has a manual exercise mode and a preset exercise mode. During exercises in each mode all of the data pertaining to the forces (compression, tension, torque, and the like) are all stored in the device along with other kinds of quantitative and qualitative data. The stored data may be uploaded to the internet or external computer system in order to be further analyzed. The device is suitable for use by doctors, health care providers, insurance companies and other entities having an interest in the medical condition of the user. | 07-04-2013 |
| 20130178335 | REAL-TIME EXERCISE COACHING SYSTEM - The invention provides a real-time exercise coaching system on the basis of that the whole exercise course could be subdivided into 4 basic components: sprint (anaerobic or speeding), aerobic endurance (balancing aerobic endurance), compensating (compensating O | 07-11-2013 |
| 20130178336 | ELECTRONIC AUXILIARY DEVICE AND WRIST STRENGTH TRAINING DEVICE HAVING THE SAME - An electronic auxiliary device is adapted for being joined with a wrist strength training device and wirelessly coupled to an information device, as well as the electronic auxiliary device comprises a device body and a function device. The device body has an auxiliary unit and is adapted for being joined with the wrist strength training device. The function device is disposed inside the device body. The function device is capable of acquiring the exercise information and transmitting the exercise information to the information device wirelessly, so as to compute the exercise information by the information device or to interact with the information device through the exercise information. Therefore, the wrist strength training device has both training and entertaining effects. | 07-11-2013 |
| 20130184123 | EXERCISE DEVICE - An exercise device comprises a rigid endless tubular ring having an internal bore, a handle element extending radially across a main aperture bounded by the ring, and a weighted freely movable element received in said ring for movement therearound. The handle element is attached to the tubular ring via first and second attachment portions which extend around the tubular ring for improved stability. By gyrating the exercise device to cause the ball to roll within the ring, a user is able to generate inertial resistance within the device and improve the strength in his or her wrist and other body parts. The exercise device is designed to be used in a one-handed or two-handed mode of operation. The attachment portions extending around the tubular ring stabilize the junction between the ring and handle, allowing greater ball weights and larger diameter rings to be used. | 07-18-2013 |
| 20130190135 | MOTIVATION AND ENHANCEMENT OF PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EXERCISE, REHABILITATION, HEALTH AND SOCIAL INTERACTION - The disclosed invention primarily relates to methods for assisting and motivating persons with respect to various exercise and rehabilitation regimens they might undertake, mentally as well as physically. The invention also has potential application to for diagnosis and/or treatment of certain mental and physical disorders, and in other situations where a form of companionship may be provided the user. In addition the invention herein provides an enjoyable means of social interaction with others providing further motivation for physical and mental activity represented. | 07-25-2013 |
| 20130190136 | Exercise Device With Adjustable Console - In general, the present invention relates to exercise devices. In particular the present invention relates to exercise devices having a selectively adjustable console. The console of an exercise device may selectively adjust in a number of different ways according to the present invention. For example, the height of a console relative to a portion of the exercise device frame may selectively adjust up or down. Alternatively, the tilt of the console, or a portion of the console such as the display screen, may selectively adjust relative to a portion of the exercise device frame. For example, the angular orientation of a console or a display screen relative to a portion of the exercise device frame. | 07-25-2013 |
| 20130203559 | Exercise Swing - An exercise swing comprising: a seat; an axle; at least one swingable member having a first end attached to said seat and a second end connected via a pivot to said axle; and a resistance adjuster for varying the resistance of said pivot to back-and-forth swinging motion of the swingable member about the pivot, and the exercise swing arranged so as to allow the entire body of a user, with the user seated on the seat, to swing back-and-forth through an arcuate path. | 08-08-2013 |
| 20130210579 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR VISUAL SIMULATION OF EXERCISE - A method and apparatus to receive a measure of heart rate for a user while the user is exercising on a stationary exercise device, calculate a speed of the user based on the measure of heart rate, and display on a display device viewable by the user a location of where the user would be along a selected route based on the user's speed. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130210580 | Indoor-Outdoor Exercise System - An embodiment of an exercise system includes an exercise monitoring device that gathers data regarding an outdoor exercise routine. Additionally, a remote communication system communicatively connectable to the exercise monitoring device is receptive to the data regarding the outdoor exercise routine such that the remote communication system generates an exercise program based on the data regarding the outdoor exercise routine. Furthermore, an exercise device that is communicatively connectable to the remote communication system may receive the exercise program and simulate one or more aspects of the outdoor exercise routine. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130210581 | Indoor-Outdoor Exercise System - An exercise system includes an exercise monitoring device that gathers data regarding an outdoor exercise routine, a remote communication system communicatively connectable to the exercise monitoring device, and an exercise device that is communicatively connectable to the remote communication system. The remote communication system is receptive to the data regarding the outdoor exercise routine and generates an exercise program based on the data regarding the outdoor exercise routine. The exercise device is receptive to the exercise program, and the exercise program causes the exercise device to simulate one or more aspects of the outdoor exercise routine. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130210582 | SPORTS TRAINING DEVICE - The present invention relates to a training device usable in both indoor and outdoor training sessions, linked to a communication network capable of connecting multiple remote users during shared training sessions. Said device comprises, among other elements, a training means which presents a variable resistance against a physical force applied by a user; a monitoring and communication unit of data regarding the physical condition of the user and the mechanical conditions of the training means; a simulation and control unit; and a plurality of sensors for acquiring information on the physical condition of the user, on the mechanical conditions of the training means and on the user's environment. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130210583 | PEDALING-GOAL SETTING APPARATUS, PEDALING-GOAL SETTING METHOD, PEDALING-GOAL SETTING PROGRAM, AND RECORDING MEDIUM HAVING PEDALING-GOAL SETTING PROGRAM STORED THEREON - There are provided a pedaling-goal setting apparatus, a pedaling-goal setting method, a pedaling-goal setting program and a recording medium having the pedaling-goal setting program storing thereon. The pedal-goal setting apparatus includes a riding posture detection sensor | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130217541 | EXERCISE SYSTEM - Example systems and methods for generating a training program for an exerciser involve receiving information about a future athletic event and selecting, based on the future athletic event information, exercise data for controlling an exercise apparatus for use by an exerciser training for the athletic event. | 08-22-2013 |
| 20130217542 | EXERCISE SYSTEM - Example systems and methods for generating a training program for an exerciser involve receiving information about a future athletic event and selecting, based on the future athletic event information, exercise data for controlling an exercise apparatus for use by an exerciser training for the athletic event. | 08-22-2013 |
| 20130217543 | EXERCISE SYSTEM - Example systems and methods for generating a training program for an exerciser involve receiving information about a future athletic event and selecting, based on the future athletic event information, exercise data for controlling an exercise apparatus for use by an exerciser training for the athletic event. | 08-22-2013 |
| 20130225371 | TREADMILL ERGOMETER HAVING ADAPTED PULLING AND MEASURING UNITS FOR THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS AND FOR GAIT TRAINING AND RUNNING TRAINING - A treadmill ergometer for therapeutic applications and/or intense running training is connected to one or more force pull-out units. The force pull-out units can be connected at the free end area thereof to limbs and/or the body of a training person in such a way that a force is applied to the limb(s) or the body when the limb and/or the body moves. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130237375 | Swimming pool arrangement - A swimmer training arrangement comprising a fluid filled tank provided with a fluid flow control unit and a monitoring arrangement comprising at least two monitor units monitoring the position of an object in the tank and generating signal data indicative of the position of the object; a processor unit operable to receive the signal data and output an activation signal, and an alarm mechanism operable to output an alarm signal, wherein, the processor unit is operable to determine if the signal data meets predetermined data criteria and output an activation signal operable to active the alarm mechanism if the predetermined criteria is met, such that upon activation of the alarm mechanism the processor unit monitors the signal data such that should the signal data continue to meet the predetermined data over a predetermined time period, the processor outputs a flow control signal operable to modify the fluid flow control unit output. | 09-12-2013 |
| 20130244835 | Athlete Training and Monitoring System - An athlete training device that includes a platform that includes a plurality of spaced apart attachment members disposed adjacent to the periphery of the platform. A pole extends upwardly from the platform and is affixed to the platform. A weight, defining a hole passing therethrough, is disposed on the platform so that the pole passes through the hole. A top plate is affixed to the top of the pole and includes attachment structures disposed about the top plate. An attachment device is coupled to one of the attachment structures. A redirecting device is coupled to one of the attachment members. An elastic cord is attached to the attachment device and is engaged with the redirecting device so that the cord extends radially away from the pole. An exercise device is affixed to the end of the cord. | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130252786 | EXERCISE MACHINE - An exercise machine equipped with a device designed to be driven to move by the user during a workout, by applying a muscular force against a resistant load and which includes: a detector for detecting the muscular power applied by the user to the device; a display; a computer connected to the display and having access to a memory containing a plurality of values, representative of the power nominally absorbed by a plurality of corresponding electric household appliances, and digital data for graphically representing the plurality of electric household appliances, the computer being programmed for: comparing the power detected by the detector and at least one of the power values contained in the memory; and for generating on the display, depending on the comparison, a graphical output of the comparison, including a graphical representation of at least one of the electric household appliances, generated based on the digital data. | 09-26-2013 |
| 20130267385 | Systems, Methods, and Devices for Gathering and Transmitting Exercise Related Data - A data collecting device is selectively attachable to a tread base of a treadmill. The device includes a foot fall sensing mechanism that collects foot fall data from the tread base, an inclination sensing mechanism that collects inclination data regarding the inclination of the tread base, and a communication mechanism that selectively transmits the foot fall data and the inclination data to an external computing device. | 10-10-2013 |
| 20130274068 | TOTAL BODY EXERCISE METHODS AND APPARATUS - An exercise apparatus includes a frame, a footpad for supporting a user's foot, and a sensor that generates a force indicating signal indicative of a force applied to the footpad in a horizontal direction by the user's foot. A mechanism couples the footpad to the frame and guides the footpad in a closed path having at least first and second mutually perpendicular dimensions in response to forces applied to the footpad by the user's foot, the first dimension being parallel to said horizontal direction. The mechanism resists movement of the footpad in the horizontal direction in response to an electrical control signal supplied as input to the mechanism. A control system receives the force indicating signal and generates the control signal such that the mechanism resists movement depending on the force indicated by the force indicating signal. | 10-17-2013 |
| 20130281261 | MUSCLE CONDITIONING /MUSCLE ASSESSMENT APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, METHODS AND/OR COMPUTER SOFTWARE - A muscle conditioning or muscle assessment apparatus comprises a load bearing component incorporating a proximal portion for engagement with at least part of a user's body, and a distal portion for securing said component to a fores applying apparatus or an operator; and a transducer located between said proximal and distal portions; said transducer being configured to derive signals representative of the tensile and/or compression forces applied to said load bearing component; wherein said apparatus further comprises means for determining one or more characteristics of position and/or displacement of said load bearing component; said apparatus being configured to output signals representative of said force and the direction of said force. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20130288859 | Free Weight Monitoring System - A free weight system for collecting and transmitting exercise related data from a free weight device includes a free weight handle assembly having a gripping portion and a weight receiving portion, one or more weight plates positionable on the weight receiving portions, and a data collecting mechanism at least partially enclosed within an internal cavity of the free weight handle assembly. The data collecting mechanism includes a weight identification mechanism that identifies the weight of the one or more weight plates. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20130310221 | EXERCISE METRIC GRAPHICAL CODE GENERATION - Different graphical codes are generated and displayed based upon signals representing different values of an exercise metric of a fitness equipment unit. | 11-21-2013 |
| 20130310222 | MULTI-ACTION STATIONARY EXERCISE DEVICE - An exercise device combining upper and lower body in synchronized movements to encourage neurological development, rehabilitation, learning and orthopedic rehabilitation in children and adults in every situation where appropriately modified stationary exercise equipment can be placed. The exercise device includes a frame; left and right arm assemblies, each supported by the frame and configured to enable pivoting movement relative to the frame; left and right leg assemblies, each supported by the frame and configured to enable rotational movement about a central pivot axis; a drive mechanism supported by the frame and configured to enable contralateral movement of the left arm assembly relative to the right leg assembly, and of the right arm assembly relative to the left arm assembly; where the left and right arm assemblies are adjustable to enable use of the exercise apparatus in both an upright seating configuration and a recumbent seating configuration. | 11-21-2013 |
| 20130324368 | Fitness Training System With Energy Expenditure Calculation That Uses Multiple Sensor Inputs - Systems and methods for prompting a user to perform an exercise and monitoring the exercise are provided. Multiple independent sensors or sensor systems may be used to calculate energy expenditure. Various criteria may be used to manually or automatically select the independent sensor or sensor system or combination that will be used with the energy expenditure calculations. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20130337974 | PERSONAL WELLNESS MANAGEMENT PLATFORM - A personal wellness system may facilitate personal wellness management via personal wellness devices. The personal wellness devices may be portable, handheld devices configured to facilitate personal exercise and personal wellness management using the device. Exercises performed using the personal wellness devices may be tracked based on forces exerted on the personal wellness device, a location and/or motion of the personal wellness device, and/or other bases for tracking personal exercise. Tracked exercises may be a basis for determining exercise parameters such as information associated with cardiovascular endurance, respiratory endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, coordination, agility, and/or balance; calories burnt or energy expended; a completion level of a prescribed exercise routine; a quantified improvement in an exercise; and/or other exercise parameters. The personal wellness system may facilitate automated and/or live coaching, exercise regimen design, exercise scheduling, diet program design, rehabilitation, and/or other functions associated with personal wellness management. | 12-19-2013 |
| 20130337975 | MERCHANDIZING, SOCIALIZING, AND/OR GAMING VIA A PERSONAL WELLNESS DEVICE AND/OR A PERSONAL WELLNESS PLATFORM - A personal wellness system may facilitate merchandizing and/or socializing via personal wellness devices. The personal wellness devices may be portable, handheld devices configured to facilitate personal exercise as well as socializing and/or merchandizing using the devices. The personal wellness devices may be configured to facilitate electronic social networking interactions and/or gameplay with other users. This may enhance a user's personal wellness experience with a personal wellness device. The personal wellness devices may provide a portal to a virtual marketplace, where online services, virtual goods, third-party software, games, media, guru content, and/or other information may be obtained. Third-party content may be developed for the personal wellness devices, which may be obtained via the virtual marketplace. The personal wellness devices may be configured to present multimedia, present map information, and/or browse the Internet. | 12-19-2013 |
| 20130337976 | PERSONAL WELLNESS DEVICE - A personal wellness device comprise two housing bodies, a force sensor, a user interface, one or more processors, and/or other components. A first housing body and a second housing body may be movably coupled together by way of a coupling mechanism such that the two housing bodies are reconfigurable between an open configuration and a closed configuration. The force sensor may be configured to generate a force output signal that conveys information related to compressive force exerted on the two housing bodies while in the closed configuration. The user interface may be accessible with the two housing bodies in the open configuration. The one or more processors may be configured to execute one or more computer program modules, including a presentation module configured to present, via the user interface, information associated with compressive force exerted on the two housing bodies, the information being derived from the force output signal. | 12-19-2013 |
| 20130337977 | 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. | 12-19-2013 |
| 20130337978 | Athletic or Other Performance Sensing Systems - A wearable device has a carrier having an aperture. A device has a USB connection and a protrusion wherein the protrusion is received in the aperture to connect the device to a wristband. The device is a USB type device having athletic functionality. The device may further be configured to receive calibration data such that a measured distance may be converted to a known distance based on athletic activity performed by a user. | 12-19-2013 |
| 20140018210 | ELECTRONIC SKIPPING ROPE STRUCTURE AND COMPETITION SYSTEM THEREFOR - Disclosed is an electronic skipping rope structure comprising two skipping rope handles ( | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140024497 | WEIGHT-LIFTING EXERCISE MACHINE - A weight-lifting exercise machine enables an athlete to lift a mass from an initial resting position. After the athlete releases the mass, the machine cushions the fall of the mass, such that the mass returns to its resting position without assistance from the athlete. The movements of the athlete and the mass can be tracked, preferably by wireless accelerometers attached respectively to the athlete and the mass, and data on such movements can be stored and analyzed. The machine provides a monitor to enable the athlete to track the progress of the exercise, and to determine whether the exercise is being performed correctly. | 01-23-2014 |
| 20140024498 | CONTROL DEVICE FOR ELECTRONIC SKIPPING ROPE AND CONTROL SYSTEM THEREOF - A control device ( | 01-23-2014 |
| 20140038778 | Programmed Exercise Bicycle With Computer Aided Guidance - The invention pertains to a stationary exercise bike along with a display that provides instruction to lead a rider through an exercise program. The invention allows a rider to obtain benefits of a group, instructor-led class though the rider's schedule does not permit the rider to participate in the class. The invention also describes a method of exercising with the foregoing bike and display. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140038779 | 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. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140038780 | WIRELESS SKIPPING-ROPE HANDLE AND WIRELESS SKIPPING-ROPE SYSTEM - A wireless skipping-rope handle comprises a handle shell ( | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140073483 | MUSCLE ACTIVITY TRAINING FACILITY FOR UPPER BODY OF USER - A muscle activity training facility includes a monitor electrically connecting to a processing device and having a screen, the screen includes two areas, and two figures in one of the areas for indicating the standard operations of the muscle groups in front and rear portions of the user, and two further figures in the other area for indicating the muscle groups in the front and the rear portions of the user, a carrier is attached to an upper body of the user, and a number of electrodes are attached to the carrier and electrically coupled to the processing device for detecting the activities of the muscle groups and for showing the detected activities of the muscle groups of the user in the other figures in the other area of the screen. | 03-13-2014 |
| 20140073484 | MUSCLE ACTIVITY TRAINING FACILITY - A muscle activity training facility includes a monitor electrically connecting to a processing device and having a screen, the screen includes two areas, and two figures in one of the areas for indicating the standard operations of the muscle groups in front and rear portions of the user, and two further figures in the other area for indicating the muscle groups in the front and the rear portions of the user, a carrier is attached to the user, and a number of electrodes are attached to the carrier and electrically coupled to the processing device for detecting the activities of the muscle groups and for showing the detected activities of the muscle groups of the user in the other figures in the other area of the screen. | 03-13-2014 |
| 20140073485 | UNIVERSAL EXERCISE GUIDANCE SYSTEM - An exercise guidance system displays either a workout option or different exercise options based on a person's exercise objectives. In one embodiment, the displayed option or options is additionally based at least partially upon a metabolic equivalent. In another embodiment, the displayed option or options is additionally based at least partially upon the time current available time for the workout. | 03-13-2014 |
| 20140113769 | EXERCISERS WITH SMART MANAGE SYSTEM AND METHODS USING THE SAME - The present invention relates to exercisers having information management system comprising a main frame of the exerciser, a measuring module, a signal processing module and an identifier generating module. The measuring module measures the movement of the exerciser and/or the physical status of the user and collects signals from the equipment and/or user. The signal processing module processes the signals received and then generates fitness information and/or physical information. The identifier generating module converts the information into an identifier and displays on a monitor. The user can easily obtain the identifier by using mobile devices, without printing, for him or her to save, manage and utilize the information. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140113770 | TREADMILL HAVING A DEVICE FOR A VIRTUAL WALKING COURSE IMAGE AND METHOD FOR DRIVING THE TREADMILL - A treadmill having a device for a virtual walking course image and a method for driving the treadmill. The treadmill is structured to be used within a restricted space and has a separate image device which enables a user to select, a course from a virtual walking course image menu. The speed of the image displayed on the monitor changes with the walking speed of the user. In a slope mode in which the walking course has sloped and curved road sections, a driving belt of the treadmill operates according to the mode to realize the corresponding slope. Further, a storage device stores and manages walking records of the user, thereby enabling a personal exercise record to be checked. Further, the screen of the monitor can be split into two or more screens. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140128223 | Isometric System, Method and Apparatus for Isometric Exercise - System, method and apparatus for carrying out isometric exercises for therapeutic purposes. As employed in a therapeutic mode the apparatus may only be programmed within mandated therapeutic parameter limitations. During therapeutic trials, the user is visually and aurally cued throughout the test sequence and the therapeutic data evolved during the regimen is recorded and recoverable from archival memory. Particular target force modes can be selected to allow stimulation of nitric oxide release. | 05-08-2014 |
| 20140135173 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AN INTERACTIVE EXERCISE ROUTINE - A workout system includes one or more exercise machines with adjustable difficulty settings. A wireless tracking device measures workout difficulty parameter values of a participant's workout and communicates the difficulty parameter values to the one or more exercise machines. The difficulty settings of the one or more exercise machines are adjusted based on the difficulty parameter values. | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140135174 | EXERCISE SYSTEM FOR PHYSICAL REHABILITATION AND FITNESS - An exercise and rehabilitation system includes a patient positioning system, a dynamometer, an electronics module, a computer and a communications module. The electronics module includes a servo-amplifier and a controller and the controller receives torque and position data from the dynamometer, computes the control signal for the servo-amplifier, receives high-level control settings from the computer and communicates torque and position data to the computer. The communications module communicates with the electronics module, and the computer. | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140141937 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ESTIMATING ANAEROBIC THRESHOLD - An apparatus for estimating an anaerobic threshold may include a heart rate detector configured to detect a heart rate from a signal sensed from a user, and an anaerobic threshold estimator configured to estimate an anaerobic threshold of the user based on a change in the detected heart rate. | 05-22-2014 |
| 20140155224 | Device to exercise the stick handling for hockey player, stick handler - Invention to drive the handling of a hockey stick (the Stick Handling) by strengthening the hand's pronator and supinator muscles in order to improve the control, speed, strength and technique for handling a hockey puck. The exerciser primarily use is to isolate the pronation-supination movement so younger and older users, experts and beginners, professional and amateur are able to develop and identify the most accurate gesture to perform perfectly puck dribbling. The flexion-extension of the elbow is a common mistake among hockey players and can therefore be avoided. Thereafter, when the correct movement is well assimilated, the exerciser can be used to improve the movement quality, speed and/or strength. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140171268 | UNIT FOR MEASURING PARAMETERS OF SWIMMER - Provided is a device for measuring parameters of a swimmer. The device includes a motive force sensor configured to measure a motive force associated with the swimmer, wherein the motive force is generated by the swimmer moving in a water reservoir, a processing unit configured to process measurements received from the motive force sensor, wherein the processing generates processed measurements, a transmitter configured to transmit the processed measurements to a peripheral unit, a housing configured to enclose at least the motive force sensor, the processing unit, and the transmitter, and one or more fasteners connected to the housing and configured to fasten a restraining element, wherein the restraining element is configured to transfer the motive force from the swimmer to the motive force sensor. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140179491 | UNIVERSAL EXERCISE GUIDANCE SYSTEM - An apparatus obtains an exercise route of workouts associated with a person for achieving a fitness objective, determines parameters for first workout option of a first type to replace a second workout option of a second different type such that the first workout option is interchangeable with the second workout option while satisfying the exercise route and displays the determined parameters for the first workout option. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20140187383 | INTEGRATED EXERCISE WORKSPACE - An integrated exercise workspace ( | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140187384 | EXERCISE APPARATUS AND METHODS - An exercise apparatus including a video display. In certain embodiments the apparatus includes an integrated platform. Memory within the apparatus contains a library of instructional exercise programs, such as yoga, Pilates, body toning and stretching routines. The apparatus may also connect to a network, such as the Internet to stream and/or download additional exercise programs. A user interface enables the user to select from available programs, which are shown on the video display. Audio for the programs may be provided via speakers or though headphones, which may be rechargeable and/or wireless. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140200115 | WRIST TRAINING BALL AND INFORMATION DISPLAY AND DETECTING MODULE THEREOF - A wrist training ball includes a housing, a rotating body rotatably disposed in the housing, a magnetic component and an information display and detecting module. The magnetic component, disposed at the rotating body, spins with the rotating body. The information display and detecting module, disposed at the housing, includes a sensing unit, a rectifying unit, a signal transforming unit and a processing unit. The sensing unit generates an induced current when the rotating body is spun. The rectifying unit, electrically connected to the sensing unit, rectifies the induced current into an operating power. The signal transforming unit, electrically connected to the sensing unit, transforms the induced current into a motion datum. The processing unit, electrically connected to the rectifying unit and the signal transforming unit, receives the operating power for operation and processes the motion datum to determine a relative motion relationship between the rotating body and the housing. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140206504 | Intelligent Heavy Bag System - An intelligent heavy bag system having a sensor system and an illumination system adapted to provide performance feedback to a user. | 07-24-2014 |
| 20140213415 | Digital professional training instructor (The DPT instructor) - The DPT INSTRUCTOR provides unprecedented exercise instruction guidance by applying unparalleled precision and pinpoint accuracy that comes from combining professional exercise instructor expertise, physics and computer electronics. Considering the marketability of renowned professional/celebrity instructors who have their own unique style, technique, format and dedicated customers. The DPT INSTRUCTOR provides exclusive programming and formulation to guide and exact the expert training regiment of any fitness instructors individual form, execution, posture, expertise and technique. Regardless to the desired classification of an individual's type of training, age class, choice of workout machine/device, free weights, calisthenics, aerobics or physical constraints there are expert training instructors for all particular needs available for the DPT INSTRUCTOR programming systems by way of providing their very own unique and personalized execution/posture technique, “inso guaranteeing a convenience, guidance and interactive accessibility that was formerly unknown, unavailable and unattainable to the mainstream/professional exercise instruction guidance device marketing field”. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140213416 | Electronic control dashboard capable of displaying fitness age - An electronic control dashboard capable of displaying fitness age, comprising an operating interface disposed at an end surface of the electronic control dashboard. A microprocessor and related circuit connecting terminals are installed in the electronic control dashboard for electrically conducting a circuit to control the operation of a fitness equipment. The operating interface further comprises a fitness age display area for displaying a message transmitted from a heartbeat detector, such that after the specific user completes an exercise session, the microprocessor immediately converts the user's recovery heart rate into a fitness age and displays the fitness age at the fitness age display area. Moreover, a weight difference of the specific user or an effective exercise heart rate measured during the whole exercise process can be used as parameters for the conversion of the fitness age. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140213417 | GYROSCOPIC EXERCISE DEVICE - A gyroscopic exercise apparatus combining the principles of simulation and virtual reality for exercising the body and for developing balance training skills in sports such as river boarding, sledding and other sport where it is necessary for the body to be in a prone position on a board while engaged in that sport. The movement of the apparatus on its axis depends and is guided by the pressure exerted by the chest of the user on the upper section of the wobbling support board of the device. The user of the apparatus interacts with the games and video's displayed on a head mount or a computer monitor by pressing the appropriate buttons on the handles on the upper section of the wobbling support board of the device or by kicking their feet against the pressure sensitive foam mats incorporated at the bottom of the lower section of the board. | 07-31-2014 |
| 20140221159 | FORCE FEEDBACK STARTING BLOCKS - A force feedback starting block and system for using it. The technology includes starting blocks with sensors for pressure, a step sensor for determining where the runner's first step out of the starting blocks occurs, a laser ruler, and a beam break for determining when a runner crosses a finish line. Timing and pressure information is displayed on a computer display. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140221160 | Sensor Device and System for Fitness Equipment - Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a sensor devices and corresponding systems for various fitness equipments to determine information corresponding to one or more activities of a user utilizing the equipments. The information may include speed, pressure, stride, and one or more other activities of the user. In an embodiment, the information may be measured when the sensor device is in constant contact with a fitness equipment (treadmill) but is not fastened to the exercise treadmill equipment. The information may be measured by one or more sensors that may be embedded in the sensor device. The measured information may be transmitted from the sensor device to data processor of an external device. Such information corresponding to various activities of the user may be utilized further for various applications. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140235409 | System for monitoring fitness performance - A workout system for monitoring fitness and generating a workout summary is disclosed. The system includes a workout module that integrates with weight lifting equipment. The workout module includes one or more motion detectors that detect repetitions and/or tempo of weights lifted or displaced and a computer that logs and stores the repetitions and/or the tempo that weights are lifted or are displaced. The workout module also preferably includes a resistance, a radio frequency, an optical or a magnetic weight sensor or reader that automatically reads and determines values of weights used in the workout. The workout module also preferably includes a radio transmitter to transmit workout data and workout parameters to a remote computing device. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140243153 | SYSTEMS FOR SIMULTANEOUSLY CONTRACTING BODY CORE MUSCLES AND A COMPUTERISED INSTRUCTIONAL UNIT FOR FACILITATING SAME - An exercise apparatus for exercising muscles of a user comprising a main body, an abdominal crunch exercise member pivotally attached to the main body, the abdominal crunch member configured to engage an upper body area of a user, an abdominal contact member attached to the main body, the abdominal contact member configured to engage an abdominal area of user; and an electronic vibration unit capable of causing a portion of the apparatus to vibrate. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140243154 | CLIENT DEVICE IMPLEMENTING MIDDLEWARE TO LINK BETWEEN HETEROGENEOUS EXERGAME EQUIPMENT AND VARIABLE GAME CONTENTS AND MANAGEMENT METHOD THEREOF - The present disclosure relates to an exergame exercise equipment which can link contents which give fun, such as a game, with an exercise equipment to physical-interactively enjoy the game and exercise, and provides a client device, which implements a middleware that connects various hardware configurations of the exergame exercise equipment with various software configurations such as a game content and an application to perform smooth communication between an application program under a complex heterogeneous environment and an operation environment, and a control method thereof. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140248996 | EXERCISE RECORDATION METHOD AND SYSTEM - An exercise reporting and maintenance system contains a device including a memory with a management application installed thereon. The application is configured to process a sensor signal including a total weight and movement speed, analyze the sensor signal by inputting the total weight and the movement speed into a monitoring heuristic to generate an output, and automatically transmit the output in real-time to be presented by a display system. | 09-04-2014 |
| 20140256511 | Equipment, System and Method for Improving Exercise Efficiency In A Cardio-Fitness Machine - Equipment and processes to guide users in the experience of rhythmic exercise. Playback of an audio signal, such as a musical phrase, that has known rhythmic structure (e.g., beat pattern) is accompanied, by non-audio sensory cues such as a light signal or tactical signal (vibration) to mark rhythmic events in the audio playback (such as the beginning and end of playback and/or audio pulses (beats). In addition, equipment is provided to guide a user in performing a GDM (goal directed movement) sequence that is selected to be performed in synch with the rhythm of the audio signal. The user's motion is detected and compared to desired GDM in the selected sequence and also compared to the rhythm of the audio signal. Sensory cues are provided to guide the user in performing the GDM sequence rhythmically. The system may be implemented in cardio fitness equipment including treadmill, AMT and elliptical type exercise equipment. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140274566 | Programmable System and Process for Monitored and Assisted Weight Lifting During Rehabilitation or Training Exercise - A system and process that selectively provides lifting assistance during the concentric phase and possibly during the eccentric phase during lifting of weights for rehabilitation or training, the system being programmable to provide a variety of exercise programs dedicated to a particular user, and the system monitoring the progress of the user during the exercise to selectively respond to certain trigger conditions. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140274567 | ADAPTABLE EXERCISE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and method for correlating a video content presentation rate with an exercise machine operation rate is disclosed. A preferred embodiment of the apparatus is an interactive video system that adapts easily to use with a wide range of gym equipment utilizing a video presentation device that includes an accelerometer and/or camera. The camera embodiment utilizes vision algorithms to determine periodicity and motion orientation prior to modifying the input as a function of the type of exercise equipment is being utilized, in order to determine a cadence. In one embodiment the camera does not rely on seeing the limbs being exercised but utilizes the observation that even highly trained athletes have a degree of extraneous motion of their theoretically immobile body parts during exercise. A prerecorded video presentation is modulated by sensing proximate vibrational energy to determine cadence in the case of the accelerometer. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140309081 | MOST FIT EXERCISE SLEDGE HAMMER - A sledge hammer with an elongate handle having a longitudinal axis and a flexible generally geometrically uniform removable mass affixed to the handle at a distal end thereof. The mass is secured to the handle with a bolt adapted to extend through the mass and into the distal end of the handle. The bolt is threaded and engages mating threads in the handle. A cone is disposed on the distal end of the handle between the handle and the mass to secure the mass to the handle In the best mode, the mass is a ball which may be perfectly round or have one or more flat surfaces. The ball should have some dampening properties. | 10-16-2014 |
| 20140315688 | Visual Display and Method of Displaying an Exercise Routine - A visual display is coupled to an exercise machine. The exercise routine progress of the user is graphically displayed as one or more shapes, each having a perimeter and an identifiably different interior portion. As the routine progresses, the appearance of a part of the interior portion gradually changes, which allows the user to visualize the relative completion of the entire routine and, optionally, the relative completion of an intermediate stage of the routine. A method of visualizing an exercise routine includes generating a starting image, one or more intermediate images and a finished image. The one or more intermediate images show the user's exercise progress during the routine relative to a given stage of the routine and the entire routine. | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140315689 | EXERCISE MACHINE - The invention relates to an exercise device comprising a biasing element intended to be moved by the force of a user, an electric actuator ( | 10-23-2014 |
| 20140323271 | EXERCISE DEVICES WITH FORCE SENSORS - An exemplary exercise device includes a handheld force sensor with complementary male and female connectors extending from opposite sides thereof. The force sensor senses pulling and/or pushing forces exerted between the opposing sides. The male connector may be resistant to travel through the female connector except in limited orientations. The connectors allow the exercise device to interface with any mobile or immobile device having complementary connectors. Non-complementary connectors can connect with the exercise device through a body passage. Depending on devices interfaced with the exercise device, force readings can be taken during a vast variety of motions using different muscle groups during training, exercise, and rehabilitation/physical therapy in homes, schools, healthcare facilities, health clubs, etc. Force readings from the force sensor may be communicated via wired and/or wireless technologies to other devices for live (real-time) processing and display as well as additional historical analysis and reporting. | 10-30-2014 |
| 20140336003 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR MEASURING PROPULSIVE FORCE DURING AMBULATION AND PROVIDING REAL-TIME FEEDBACK - The invention measures propulsive force of an ambulating subject to provide real-time feedback, which may be used for clinical assessment or rehabilitation/training such as that related to walking ability, or any other form of ambulation. Subjects with propulsive deficits have a considerable and underutilized propulsive reserve available during level ambulation. The invention uses real-time propulsive feedback as a therapeutic strategy to encourage a subject to access the propulsive reserve and improve forward propulsion during ambulation. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140342878 | EXERCISE SYSTEM FOR SHIFTING AN OPTIMUM LENGTH OF PEAK MUSCLE TENSION - The present disclosure relates generally to exercise equipment for enabling a user to vary the effective muscle tension during the course of the performance of an exercise and, more particularly, to an exercise system for shifting an optimum length of peak muscle tension. In some embodiments, the system is an apparatus which comprises a force-generating element, e.g. a fluid cylinder, a user-input element which a user forcibly moves during the course of performance of an exercise, and also a coupling means, which is preferably a cable-pulley system, which transfers forces between the force-generating element and the user-input element. Finally, the apparatus comprises a control unit which controls and varies the level of force generated by the force-generating element during the course of performance of the exercise. The apparatus effectively varies the effective muscle tension through the generation of forces. | 11-20-2014 |
| 20140357450 | EXERCISE DEVICES AND METHODS OF OPERATION THEREOF - An exercise device including a frame having a proximal end and a distal end is presented, the frame further includes a first opening and a second opening, a first handle assembly configured to be coupled to the frame via the first opening, and a second handle assembly configured to be coupled to the frame via the second opening. The frame further includes an electronic circuit assembly for coaching a user, the coaching of the user involving at least counting, continuously and in real-time, a number of exercise repetitions performed by the user. | 12-04-2014 |
| 20140364278 | PUNCHING BAG SYSTEMS, ACCESSORIES AND METHODS - In one preferred form of the present invention, there is provided a strike measurement system ( | 12-11-2014 |
| 20140378277 | DEVICE FOR REBALANCING THE PELVIS AND TRAINING METHOD ASSOCIATED THEREWITH - A device for rebalancing the pelvis, has first and second support elements and a base, wherein the support elements are such that in a position of use for an individual standing on the base the support element is situated underneath a large part of the arch of the foot in such a way that the arch is raised above its usual position. Feedback signals indicate to a user the correct position of the feet and correct performance of a training and rebalancing routine. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20150011361 | REHABILITATION DEVICE AND METHOD - A device for joint rehabilitation after injury or surgery and a method of use are described and taught. The device automatically senses and manipulates performance parameters to optimize the rehabilitation process in response to user performance. In particular, device sets the pedal throw and other variables automatically to be in an optimum range for the patient based on the respective patient data. A motor resistance unit allows for the user to experience variable resistances while using the device. This not only increases the patient's range of motion but also strengthens and increases muscle tone. In order to use the device, the patient or user simply inputs preliminary parameters and the on-board computer then calculates a rehabilitation plan, and monitors patient performance and adapts to changes. The central data server permit central storage of all data associated with usage of the rehab devices and is fully HIPPA compliant. | 01-08-2015 |
| 20150045186 | Apparatus With Rolling Contact Handle - Apparatuses with rolling contact handles are described. An apparatus for hand exercising includes an outer frame having a first rail and a second rail spaced apart and an outer handle extending between the first and second rails, the outer handle configured to engage with a thenar of a hand, a roller bar slideably coupled to the first and second rails, the roller bar having a plurality of rollers capable of rotating about an axis of the roller bar, wherein the plurality of rollers are configured to support a plurality of fingers of the hand, and a resistance assembly coupled to the roller bar and the outer frame, the resistance assembly resisting movement of the roller bar towards the outer handle. | 02-12-2015 |
| 20150057128 | Method and Apparatus for Measuring Power Output of Exercise - In a portable exercise tracking system, a method and apparatus for measuring power output of exercise motion by a user. The system includes a wireless motion sensor and a wireless central mass unit. The wireless motion sensor detects, measures and transmits motion data associated with a first motion by the user. The central mass unit detects and measures motion data associated with a second motion by the user. The central mass unit also computes the power output of the first motion and the second motion as a function of the first motion data and the second motion data. The disclosed method and apparatus provides a more effective means of computing total power output of a user performing free body exercises. | 02-26-2015 |
| 20150065302 | Exercise Recording Device and Exercise Recording System Thereof - An exercise recording device includes a communication unit for receiving an equipment information, a gravity sensor for generating a sensing signal, a processor coupled to the communication unit and the gravity sensor for generating an exercise record according to the equipment information and the sensing signal, and a display coupled to the processor for displaying the exercise record according to a display signal generated by the processor. | 03-05-2015 |
| 20150065303 | EXERCISE APPARATUS CAPABLE OF CALCULATING STRIDE LENGTH - An exercise apparatus including a drive mechanism including a first pedal and a second pedal each operable between a first position and a second position. At least one shaft in communication with the first pedal and the second pedal such that movement of either of the first or second pedal results in rotation of the shaft. At least one brake having a rotational input for receiving the shaft. An encoder capable of generating electrical pulses in response to the rotations of the rotational input of the at least one brake. A first sensor capable of sensing a position of at least the first pedal by providing an electrical signal indicating the first pedal is passing the position of the sensor. A controller in electrical communication with the encoder and the sensor wherein the controller counts the electrical pulses received from the encoder between the electrical signals received from the sensor and calculates a stride length. A user interface may display the stride length. The first pedal and the second pedal may be dependent or independent. A second sensor may be provided such that the first sensor senses a position of the first pedal and the second sensor a position of the second pedal. The controller may calculate a stride length for each of the first pedal and the second pedal. | 03-05-2015 |
| 20150080182 | Athlete Training and Monitoring System - An athlete training device that includes a platform that includes a plurality of spaced apart attachment members disposed adjacent to the periphery of the platform. A pole extends upwardly from the platform and is affixed to the platform. A weight, defining a hole passing therethrough, is disposed on the platform so that the pole passes through the hole. A top plate is affixed to the top of the pole and includes attachment structures disposed about the top plate. An attachment device is coupled to one of the attachment structures. A redirecting device is coupled to one of the attachment members. An elastic cord is attached to the attachment device and is engaged with the redirecting device so that the cord extends radially away from the pole. An exercise device is affixed to the end of the cord. | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150080183 | APPARATUS FOR THE ASSISTED PERFORMANCE OF A FITNESS EXERCISE - An apparatus for the assisted performance of a fitness exercise, equipped with a fitness tool configured to interact with the user to enable the user to perform a movement along a preset path overcoming the force of a resistant load, comprises: sensing means set up to provide a signal representing the movement of the user; feedback means for transmitting a signal to the user during performance of the exercise; a processor connected to the sensing means and to the feedback means to provide the user with feedback in real time on the correctness of performance of the exercise, based on a comparison between the signal representing the movement of the user and a predetermined reference pattern representing an ideal pattern for the movement of the user corresponding to the exercise performed correctly. | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150087478 | WELLNESS/EXERCISE MANAGEMENT METHOD AND SYSTEM BY WELLNESS/EXERCISE MODE BASED ON CONTEXT-AWARENESS PLATFORM ON SMARTPHONE - A device, method and system provide a wellness management process and/or an exercise management process for use with a smartphone or other mobile computing device. Various data about the user is obtained and used for determining and recommending an action or exercise to the user to improve the user's wellness/physique/health. The action determined can be based on: (1) current biometric and/or motion data about the user (from the sensors), and (2) current physical condition(s), such as health/medical information or condition about the user (from the user's personal information, e.g., health library or programmed into the smartphone). Specific information about the user is taken into consideration when recommending user action or exercise, such as the user's specific physical, health or medical conditions. | 03-26-2015 |
| 20150094191 | Punching Bag Force Measurement System - A device system designed to quantitatively measure the impact forces experienced by a conventional punching bag when hit by the fist or foot of an individual during a workout. The device is configured to wrap around the punching bag, such that the device bears the impact of each hit. Accelerometers and a sophisticated impact detection system are employed in order to detect the intensity or force of each hit. Additionally, a small on-board computer compares the force of current hits to those of past hits, and determines the level of improvement or regression over time. The on-board computer displays impact and other data on a digital display viewable to the individual performing the workout. | 04-02-2015 |
| 20150105220 | TRAINER CONTROL METHOD AND FITNESS DEVICE USING THE SAME - A trainer control method is provided and includes mounting a sensor at a user's upper extremity, sending from the sensor a sensing signal variable with the position or motion of the upper extremity, and controlling the operating speed of a trainer by the user according to the upper extremity, wherein the sensing signal causes the trainer operating speed to increase and decrease whenever the upper extremity is in first and second states for predetermined duration, respectively. Accordingly, riot only does the user control the operating speed and state of the trainer easily, but user safety is also enhanced. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20150105221 | FITNESS MONITOR - A fitness monitor having a unitary wristband configured to receive a module, such as an electronics module, is disclosed. In one or more implementations, the fitness monitor comprises a module, such as an electronics module, that includes a housing having a first thickness. The fitness monitor also comprises a unitary wristband configured to be worn about a wrist of a user. The unitary wristband includes a housing receiving structure configured to receive the housing of the module so that the combination of the housing receiving structure and the housing has a second thickness, where the second thickness is at least substantially equal to the first thickness. In embodiments, the housing of the monitor may further have a first width, and the combination of the housing receiving structure and the housing may have a second width, where the second width is at least substantially equal to the first width. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20150105222 | REHABILITATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - The present invention integrates an actuated tilting rehabilitation table, video tracking of the patient arm and opposite shoulder, a low-friction forearm support with grasping force sensing, remote data transmission and additional weighing means, one or more large displays, a computer and a plurality of simulation exercises, such as video games. The patient can be monitored by a local or remote clinician. The table tilts in order to increase exercise difficulty due to gravity loading on the patient's arm and shoulder. In one embodiment, the present the invention includes an actuated tilting table which tilts in four degrees of freedom. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20150111700 | Conditioning Apparatus And Related Method - In one embodiment, a conditioning apparatus for conditioning a user includes a target, and an illumination source spaced apart from the target. The illumination source is configured to project a light upon the target for use in response to movement of the user. | 04-23-2015 |
| 20150119197 | PORTABLE SENSING MODULE FOR A FITNESS EQUIPMENT AND A DATA TRANSMISSION PROCESS FOR USING THE PORTABLE SENSING MODULE - A portable sensing module for a fitness equipment includes a sensing unit, a center control unit, a storage unit, a wireless transceiver and a connecting unit and is capable of collecting static data of the fitness equipment and dynamic data indicating the status of the user. The sensing module connects the fitness equipment to follower equipments in a wire or wireless manner, thus expanding the function of the fitness equipments. A data transmission process includes: using the sensing unit to detect the status of the fitness equipment; transmitting the data to the center control unit and converting it into computable data, then computing; comparing the data with the data sheets stored in the storage unit and then encoding it into codes usable by the follower equipments; packaging the codes into usable information; and using the connecting unit and the wireless transceiver to transmit the data to the follower equipments. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150126332 | 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. | 05-07-2015 |
| 20150141201 | Computer-Aided Physiotherapeutic Stair and Gait System - A computer-aided physiotherapeutic stair & gait system has a set of at least three horizontal tread surfaces and an associated drive system for adjusting a rise height between adjacent of the tread surfaces to form a set of stairs with uniform pitch for a range of different rise heights. A sensor set measures parameters related to physiotherapy performed using the set of stairs and provides an output to a computer system. The sensors include one or more of: a rise height sensor for sensing the pitch of the stairs, a heart rate sensor, a handrail grip position sensor, and load cells for analyzing the distribution of the weight of a patient during use of the system. | 05-21-2015 |
| 20150141202 | Performance Monitoring Systems and Methods - We have disclosed systems and methods for portable performance monitoring of an individual during a physical activity. The systems and methods may include an input device configured to receive position data. The systems and methods may also include a processor configured to determine location information for the fitness activity based on the position data. The systems and methods may also include a memory operatively coupled to the processor and storing computer readable instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the system to determine weather information based on the location information, and to determine athletic performance information. The systems and methods may also include a display screen configured to display the weather information and the athletic performance information to the individual. | 05-21-2015 |
| 20150148195 | INTERACTIVE STEP-TYPE GYMNASTICS PRACTICE DEVICE - The invention relates to an interactive gymnastics practice device which is used together with an image and sound system forming the gymnastics program to be followed by a user, comprising a first level of generally-pressure-sensitive surfaces, the surfaces extending essentially in a continuous manner and in substantially the same plane. The invention is characterized in that the device comprises at least one second level of surfaces which are pressure sensitive or which can control an action in response to a pressure, the second level surfaces extending essentially in a continuous manner and in substantially the same plane. | 05-28-2015 |
| 20150148196 | Range of Motion Exerciser - A system includes a device that includes one or more bladders capable of being inflated and deflated. The system also includes an information package capable of processing data representing the inflating and deflating of the one or more bladders. | 05-28-2015 |
| 20150290493 | INTERACTIVE STEP-TYPE GYMNASTICS PRACTICE DEVICE - The invention relates to an interactive gymnastics practice device which is used together with an image and sound system forming the gymnastics program to be followed by a user, comprising a first level of generally-pressure-sensitive surfaces, the surfaces extending essentially in a continuous manner and in substantially the same plane. The invention is characterized in that the device comprises at least one second level of surfaces which are pressure sensitive or which can control an action in response to a pressure, the second level surfaces extending essentially in a continuous manner and in substantially the same plane. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150290494 | ARM EXERCISE DEVICE AND SYSTEM - An arm rehabilitation system for exercising a user's arm. The system provides an arm support device moveable upon a support surface by a user's first arm. The arm support device has a main body configured to movably engage the support surface on one side and has a hand support portion on an opposing side at or toward one end of the body for supporting a user's hand of the first arm. A primary hand support formation protrudes from the hand support portion and a secondary hand support handle extends from the main body at or toward the periphery of the hand support portion. An adjustable switch support boom assembly is also mounted to the main body and has at least one operable user input component for generating an actuation signal in response to operation by the user. An onboard motion tracking system mounted to or within the main body is configured to sense motion of the main body to enable user interaction with an interactive computer system running an application program. | 10-15-2015 |
| 20150297950 | REHABILITATION ASSISTANCE SYSTEM - A rehabilitation assistance system includes a peg board, a peg to be placed on the peg board by a subject, and a position information acquisition unit that acquires position information indicating a position of the peg relative to a predetermined position on the peg board. The position information acquisition unit includes a sensor provided on at least one of the peg and the peg board, and the position information acquisition unit acquires the position information based on an output from the sensor. | 10-22-2015 |
| 20150306484 | TRAINING DEVICE - The disclosed technology is a training device particularly well suited for training fighters as well as people simply interested in personal fitness. The device comprises a body portion defining an elongated flexible shape configure to be associated with a cover portion such as a modified focus mitt. The focus mitt defines a planar region further defining a target zone to be hit by the trainee. The body portion provides a flex region configured to absorb at least part of the inertia associated with a strike on the target zone to reduce the load on the trainer and trainee. | 10-29-2015 |
| 20150321039 | Method and System of Measuring an Activity of a Person on a Flexible Mat of a Trampoline - A method of measuring an activity of a person/object on a flexible mat of a trampoline, comprising: determining a mat deformation signal based at least on measurements from a sensor arrangement comprising at least one sensor and defining a coordinate space for the mat; the or each sensor being configured to measure a value corresponding to a deformation of the mat as the person/object moves on the mat; wherein, the value measured by die or each sensor corresponds to a proximity of the person/object to the sensor; determining a bounce coordinate in the coordinate spate based at least on the mat deformation signal; and determining a bounce location of the person/object on the mat based at least on the bounce coordinate in the coordinate space. Also provided is a trampoline configured to indicate an activity of a person/object on the mat and an interactive apparatus that includes the trampoline. | 11-12-2015 |
| 20150335950 | FITNESS SYSTEMS AND METHODS THEREOF - Systems and methods for fitness tracking are provided. An exercise apparatus is in networked communication with a fitness tracking computing system. The configuration and location of movable components of the exercise apparatus is determined based on sensors. This information is provided to the fitness tracking computing system via networked communication. | 11-26-2015 |
| 20150343262 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETECTING SPORTS BIOMECHANICAL INFORMATION - An apparatus for detecting sports biomechanical information includes a rotating device, pedaled and rotated by a stepping portion, and a transmission mechanism being dragged, such that the stepping portion forms a moving track corresponding to the motion of the rotating device. Plural equidistant first sensing portions are disposed around the axis of the rotating device and sensed by a first sensor, and a second sensing portion is disposed on the rotating device and sensed by a second sensor, and the stepping portion includes a pressure sensor for sensing a stepping pressure exerted on the stepping portion. The aforementioned sensors generate first, second and third signals respectively, and the computing module computes the current position of the stepping portion and works together with reverse sport biomechanics of a human body to compute limbs loading information of human body movements. | 12-03-2015 |
| 20150343263 | Exercise Device, System and Computer Program - Certain embodiments of the invention provide an exercise device for limb exercises comprising: means for detecting a force applied to the apparatus; and means for sliding the exercise device along another surface separate of the exercise device. A system is also provided which comprises the exercise device with one or more sensors which are remote of the exercise device for sensing at least one of movement, acceleration or orientation. Furthermore, a computer program is provided for receiving, at a remote device, a signal transmitted from the exercise device and generating an output dependent upon the received signal. | 12-03-2015 |
| 20150343266 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FACILITATING PATIENT REHABILITATION - A system and method for rehabilitating a patient. In some embodiments, a patient or other subject can stand on a balance plate and perform one or more tests in response to instructions or visual stimuli on a display screen. Data, such as Centre of Pressure data, can be obtained from the balance plate and processed by a processor in tandem with the progression of a test presented on the display screen. The information can be correlated and used to assist in diagnosing or rehabilitating the patient or subject. | 12-03-2015 |
| 20150360084 | FITNESS EQUIPMENT COMBINING WITH A CLOUD SERVICE SYSTEM - A fitness equipment combining with a cloud service system includes a control device, an exercise unit, a transmission module and a display module. The cloud service system includes a transceiver server, a computing server and a storage server. A control signal and a power signal which are generated respectively by the control device and the exercise unit according to manipulation and operation of a user are transmitted via the transmission module to the transceiver server. The computing server establishes an exercise model according to the control signal and power signal and combines the exercise model with an information model stored in the storage server to generate a display signal. The display signal is inputted to the display module to generate an interactive image. Accordingly, the cloud service system can be simultaneously connected with multiple fitness equipment for competition, so as to create much fun for exercise. | 12-17-2015 |
| 20150367175 | SYSTEM USABLE BY A USER FOR TRAINING, METHOD FOR TRAINING AND RELATED PROGRAM PRODUCT - A system usable by a user for training that includes a data processing unit, a memory unit operatively connected to the data processing unit, and an electronic camera device operatively associated to the data processing unit. The electronic camera device is configured to acquire one or more digital images representing the user, and the one or more digital images are a sequence of digital images representing the user's body movement during training. The data processing unit is configured to provide the user, based on the sequence of digital images representative of the user's body movement during training, with information representing biophysical feedback on the training of the user. | 12-24-2015 |
| 20150374278 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING GAIT-TRAINING APPARATUS USING BIOFEEDBACK - A method for controlling gait-training apparatus using biofeedback is provided. A biosignal-detecting loop is used to detect and analyze the electromyographic signal of a user using the gait-training apparatus. A feedback control loop is used to drive the gait-training apparatus and determine the fatigue level of the user. When the user's muscle starts to become fatigue, the feedback control loop can further adjust the threshold for triggering the gait-training apparatus to retain the training session so that the training intensity can be regulated on-line and the user's muscle can be trained effectively based on the concept of progressive overload. | 12-31-2015 |
| 20150375039 | CUSTOMIZED EXERCISE SYSTEM AND CUSTOMIZED EXERCISE METHOD - Provided is a customized exercise system including exercise equipment comprising a sensor, a server storing information about an exercise method and an exercise amount corresponding to a body condition, and a mobile terminal receiving information about an exercise method and an exercise amount that are suitable for a user from the server and providing the transmitted information to the exercise equipment, in which a body condition of an individual user is determined using the sensor. | 12-31-2015 |
| 20150375042 | MODULAR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY MONITORING SYSTEM - A system includes an activity-specific article and an activity-agnostic puck. The article includes a receptacle and an activity-specific sensor coupled to the receptacle. The puck is configured to be removably positioned in the receptacle. The puck includes a processor, a communication interface, and at least one activity-agnostic sensor coupled to the processor. The processor receives information from the activity-specific sensor and the activity-agnostic sensor, and provides the received information through the communication interface. | 12-31-2015 |
| 20150375079 | EXERCISE APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHOD - An apparatus ( | 12-31-2015 |
| 20160001132 | Consumer Useable Testing Kit - Systems and techniques relating to evaluating performance characteristics are provided. One or more fitness devices, for example, a ball and/or a mat, may have sensors for measuring a user's actions during an activity protocol, such as a testing drill. Sensor configured to detect if the fitness device meets operational criteria are disclosed. In one embodiment, the fitness device may comprise a ball and the operational criteria may relate to the weight, dimensions, and/or internal pressure of the ball. In one embodiment, data from fitness device(s) may be used to calculate a score. In other embodiments, a score may be calculated; however, it may not be associated with credentials or certified if an operational criteria is not met. | 01-07-2016 |
| 20160008663 | Universal Mount Bicycle Power Meter Module | 01-14-2016 |
| 20160008664 | METHODS AND DEVICES FOR SENSING, GUIDING, AND/OR TRACKING PELVIC EXERCISE | 01-14-2016 |
| 20160023043 | Method and System for Identification of Concurrently Moving Bodies and Objects - Herein provided is a method and system for wearable data collection in sports strength training and fitness exercise. The system includes an admin sensor set including sensors that couple to fitness equipment and a fitness sensor set which includes a wrist band sensor. A fitness app communicates with the sensors via Bluetooth Low Energy and Near Field Communication and detect concurrent movement based on proximity, user parameters and fitness object parameters. A fitness training report is generated that identifies the fitness objects used in a fitness exercise detected. Other embodiments are disclosed. | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160023045 | Determining Work Performed on a Treadmill - A treadmill system includes a deck, an endless tread belt covering at least a portion of the deck, and a motion transducer positioned to detect movement of the tread belt. The treadmill system also includes a processor and memory where the memory includes instructions executable by the processor to receive an output of the motion transducer, determine an exercise type performed on the tread belt, and calculate an amount of work performed by a user on the tread belt based on the output of the motion transducer and the determined type of exercise. | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160030804 | EXERCISE ANALYSIS APPARATUS, EXERCISE ANALYSIS METHOD, EXERCISE ANALYSIS PROGRAM, AND EXERCISE ANALYSIS SYSTEM - An exercise analysis apparatus includes a feature point detection unit that detects a feature point in a user's running by using a detection result from an inertial sensor, and an exercise information generation unit that analyzes the user's running with a timing at which the feature point detection unit detects the feature point as a reference by using the detection result from the inertial sensor, so as to generate exercise information of the user. | 02-04-2016 |
| 20160030808 | NOTIFICATION DEVICE, EXERCISE ANALYSIS SYSTEM, NOTIFICATION METHOD, NOTIFICATION PROGRAM, EXERCISE SUPPORT METHOD, AND EXERCISE SUPPORT DEVICE - A notification device includes a difference calculation section adapted to calculate differences between index values of a plurality of indexes, which are calculated by analyzing an exercise of a user using an inertial sensor, and are related to an athletic ability of the user, and target values set to the respective indexes, an index selection section adapted to select some of the indexes based on the differences with respect to the respective indexes, and an output section adapted to output the some of the indexes selected. | 02-04-2016 |
| 20160038780 | DYNAMIC PENDULA STOOL - Disclosed herein is a dynamic pendula stool possessing a foot, a leg secured to the foot, and a seat secured to the top end of the leg. The leg has a telescopic column that includes a lower part secured to a spherical foot with a diameter of 20-cm or less and an upper part with a free end having an articulation. The articulation has three degrees of freedom and is secured to the underside of the seat so that when a user rests against the seat, the leg forms an angle between 30 and 90 degrees with respect to the horizontal, thereby allowing an isometric contraction of the muscle groups of the lower limbs and of the abdominal girdle in the seated position. The stool is further provided with one or more sensors configured to send data signals to a remote electronic device. | 02-11-2016 |
| 20160038787 | APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR GATHERING AND PROCESSING BIOMETRIC AND BIOMECHANICAL DATA - Apparatus, systems, and methods are provided for measuring and analyzing movements of a body and for communicating information related to such body movements over a network. In certain embodiments, a system gathers biometric and biomechanical data relating to positions, orientations, and movements of various body parts of a user performed during sports activities, physical rehabilitation, or military or law enforcement activities. The biometric and biomechanical data can be communicated to a local and/or remote interface, which uses digital performance assessment tools to provide a performance evaluation to the user. The performance evaluation may include a graphical representation (e.g., a video), statistical information, and/or a comparison to another user and/or instructor. In some embodiments, the biometric and biomechanical data is communicated wirelessly to one or more devices including a processor, display, and/or data storage medium for further analysis, archiving, and data mining. In some embodiments, the device includes a cellular telephone. | 02-11-2016 |
| 20160045787 | EXERCISE CONTACT COUNTER DISPLAY TRACKING REPETITIVE HITS - A layered exercise contact counter display tracking and showing repetitive contacts with the lens contact surface of a housing covering a sensor pad, which responds to contacts sending a signal to a powered circuit board to record and display the number of repetitive hits adapted for mounting on an exercise device or a support surface to encourage an exerciser to complete and exercise or contact event. | 02-18-2016 |
| 20160059102 | HEAVY BAG WORKOUT MONITOR SYSTEMS - A heavy bag workout monitor system for receiving and analyzing quantity, location, and magnitude of physical contact and transmitting the information to a user interface, comprising a plurality of impact detection sensors, an impact detector sensor support, and a workout processor for transmitting workout information during a timed period. The heavy bag of the present invention may comprise a first embodiment where the heavy bag measures approximately 5 feet and is ideal for boxers. The boxing bag of this embodiment may comprise a first and second target zone representing an adversary's head and body respectively. A second embodiment may comprise a heavy bag measuring approximately 7 feet comprising a first, second, and third target zone representing an opponent's head, midsection, and legs respectively. The heavy bag workout monitor system may be used to record, track, and monitor workout activity over a period of time and is compatible with a multitude of mobile devices comprising LCD technology. | 03-03-2016 |
| 20160074705 | TREADMILL POWER STATION - A treadmill power station is connected between a treadmill and its power outlet. The treadmill power station contains a power consumption sensor that reads information about the usage of the treadmill by externally analyzing its power consumption pattern. Information that can be derived in this manner includes, but is not limited to, the user's speed, distance covered and step count, as well as the general power consumption trend for the treadmill itself. The power station may contain a relay to activate or deactivate power outlets on the power station. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160074734 | ROTATING FORCE SENSING KICKBOXING APPARATUS - A rotating force sensing kickboxing apparatus is disclosed. An example apparatus includes a support member including a first connector located at a bottom portion of the support member and a body. The apparatus also includes a sensor attached to the body, the sensor configured to detect an object striking a portion of an exterior side of the body. The apparatus further includes a stand including a circular recessed channel and a second connector secured within the circular recessed channel and configured to connect to the first connector. The second connector is configured to rotate within the circular recessed channel. The connection of the first connector to the second connector enables the body and the support member to be rotatable with respect to the stand. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160089557 | EXERCISE DEVICE - An apparatus for exercising may include a gripping assembly having a grip fixed to at least one spring member and at least one tether connected to the at least one spring member. The tether winds around the longitudinal axis of the at least one spring member. Also, an object may be connected to the tether. In some embodiments, the object may be a weight, an anchor, or a second gripping assembly. Alternatively, the apparatus may include a gripping assembly having at least one spring member connected to a tether and a grip connected to the tether. A free standing object may be connected to the tether. Methods according to the present disclosure use the apparatus by applying a force to the grip(s). | 03-31-2016 |
| 20160089570 | METHOD OF DETECTING AND PROMPTING HUMAN LOWER LIMBS STEPPING MOTION - A method of detecting and prompting a human lower limbs stepping motion is applied to an exercise machine with pedals installed to both left and right sides of the exercise machine and provided for detecting a pedaling force while stepping the pedals. In the method, a force sensor is installed to the pedals, such that when an exerciser steps on the pedals by feet alternately, the force sensor detects, generates and transmits an electric signal to a control unit and converts the electric signal into a pedaling force value, and the control unit compares the pedaling force value with a predetermined value and prompts a message when the pedaling force value is beyond the range of the predetermined value. | 03-31-2016 |
| 20160089571 | REHABILITATION MONITORING DEVICE - A wearable rehabilitation monitoring device is disclosed that can be used by patients and medical professionals to monitor progress and compliance with at-home rehabilitation programs. Also disclosed is a method for monitoring rehabilitation by a subject that involves collecting data from a rehabilitation monitoring device worn by the subject during at-home rehabilitation exercise. | 03-31-2016 |
| 20160089573 | Devices, Systems, and Methods for Administering Therapy - Devices, systems, and methods for administering therapy to restore limb motion to patients in need are disclosed. The system may include a motion capture device to capture an exercise performed by a therapist. The exercise may be retrieved by the patient and used to generate a visual display used to guide the patient through the exercise in real time. | 03-31-2016 |
| 20160096069 | Cardio-Based Exercise Systems With Visual Feedback On Exercise Programs - In general, a computing device disposed in a cardio exercise machine receives data related to a fitness level of a user. The computing device selects a workout program based at least in part on the data. The operations of the cardio exercise machine are controlled based at least in part on the workout program. The computing device generates visual feedback based on at least one of the user's operation of the cardio exercise machine and the selected workout program measured against performance criteria. | 04-07-2016 |
| 20160096070 | TORQUE DETECTING ASSEMBLY - A torque detecting assembly connected to a torque acting assembly and a controller, the torque detecting assembly has a passive rotating member and a rotating angle detecting member. The passive rotating member is mounted on a pivot shaft of a torque bracket of the torque acting assembly and is capable of rotating synchronously with the pivot shaft and the torque bracket in an angular extent. The rotating angle detecting member is mounted on the torque acting assembly and is capable of detecting a signal according to rotating angle variation of the passive rotating member to calculate out a torque value. The torque detecting assembly may detect slight rotation of the passive rotating member and calculate out a corresponding torque value. | 04-07-2016 |
| 20160096072 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETECTING, TRACKING, AND VISUALIZING JOINT THERAPY DATA - A user rehabilitation system and method that includes authenticating a user with authentication information input, determining a therapy identification, providing a display of a therapeutic sequence of exercises wherein the therapeutic sequence of exercises includes a plurality of primitive motions, receiving a data stream from a motion-sensing device, analyzing the data stream and comparing the data stream to corresponding therapeutic exercises to identify a mistake when a comparison result is below a first threshold, updating a mistake counter when the comparing identifies that the user failed to perform a therapeutic exercise adequately, updating an alert counter when the mistake counter is above a second threshold, sending a first alert message to a medical professional when the mistake counter is greater than a third threshold, sending a second alert message to a caregiver when the alert counter is greater than an alert threshold, and recording an evaluation result. | 04-07-2016 |
| 20160101320 | EXERCISE EQUIPMENT AND EXERCISE EQUIPMENT SET - Provided is Exercise equipment including a gripping section that is gripped by a user; a weight section that is connected to the gripping section; a first electrode that is arranged on the gripping section; a second electrode that is arranged on the weight section; a measuring section that measures at least one of body fat percentage of the user and an electrocardiogram waveform of the user, using the first electrode and the second electrode. | 04-14-2016 |
| 20160101338 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING DEVICES WITH ANATOMICALLY ACCURATE FORCE, PRESSURE AND OTHER RESPONSE - An exemplary martial arts training device comprises anatomically correct legs, arms, torso and head that can be used individually, or partly or fully assembled. A user interacts with the device, and receives both immediate feedback and a global analysis of his training session. Feedback can include whether proper forces and angles were applied to achieve an actual break or other desired fighting goal in an opponent, and can be measured by the actual breaking of various strike points on the device, or by alerting the user when an appropriate sensor is struck with the required strength. The device can include breakable joints, bones, as well as soft tissue targets preset to respond to a defined striking force or joint manipulation. The user can reset the damaged physical structure or response sensor to its original configuration and setting, making the device repeatedly reusable. | 04-14-2016 |
| 20160107029 | WORKOUT MANAGEMENT METHOD AND SYSTEM USING A WEARABLE DEVICE - A workout management method performed by a wearable device is provided. The workout management method includes receiving a first information about an amount of exercise to be performed by a user, obtaining a second information about a current fitness state of the user, comparing the first information and the second information, and outputting the result of the comparison to the user. | 04-21-2016 |
| 20160107065 | EXERCISE SYSTEM WITH DISPLAY PROGRAMMING - An exercise system presents display programming at a rate that is commensurate to a user's exercise rate. The user's exercise rate is monitored and compared to a default exercise rate. When the user's exercise rate is above or below the default exercise rate, the presentation of the display programming is adjusted to maintain a temporal relationship between the user's exercise rate and the display programming. The presentation of the display programming can be adjusted by periodically skipping or pausing frames of the display programming to increase or decrease the duration of the display programming. | 04-21-2016 |
| 20160144228 | EXERCISE EQUIPMENT FOR REHABILITATION OF HAND GRIP AND WRIST - An exercise equipment for rehabilitation of hand grip and wrist is disclosed herein. The exercise equipment includes a fixing module being fixed to a forearm of a user, a wrist exercising module having a hinge shaft on one side of the fixing module and being connected to the fixing module so as to be capable of performing rotating movements when rotating the arm, and a hand grip exercising module being provided on the wrist exercising module and measuring a hand grip of the user. | 05-26-2016 |
| 20160144232 | Exercise Machine Sensing Device - An exercise-diligence-encouragement and coaching system, providing a small and widely configurable position-sensing device to existing weightlifting machines which provide resistance by leveraging the weight of a rack of vertically-stacked incremental weights. The position-sensing device communicates with a mobile device kept in view of a user of the weightlifting machine, to provide live instructions to the user and track progress of the user over time and tailor future exercises. Location of the device, type of sensor used, power source, and method of communication are all variable. | 05-26-2016 |
| 20160144916 | Personal Exercise Measuring Safety System - A personal exercise measuring safety system is provided. Aforementioned system is applied in a bicycle and includes an image acquiring or information transmitting device, an exercise measuring device, a personal mobile digital measuring device and a power supply device. The image acquiring or information transmitting device is configured on one portion of the bicycle by a fixator. The personal mobile digital measuring device electrically connected with the image acquiring or information transmitting device by a digital image transmitting device so as to receive an image or information. The personal mobile digital measuring device selectively displays the image or information, or provides an external handheld communication device for receiving and displaying the image or information. The power supply device is configured to provide power to each device. | 05-26-2016 |
| 20160151670 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING FITNESS EQUIPMENT AND EXERCISE | 06-02-2016 |
| 20160158601 | HUMAN MUSCULAR STRENGTH AMPLIFICATION ROBOT DRIVEN BY INTENTION OF USER AND DRIVING METHOD THEREOF - A muscular strength enhancing robot to be driven by an intention of a user and a method of driving the robot are disclosed. The robot includes an actuator attached to a portion of a body of the user and configured to be actuated by enhancing a muscular strength, an encoder connected to the actuator and configured to measure an actual velocity at which the actuator moves, a force or torque sensor configured to measure an intensity of a force to be applied, an admittance modeling module configured to calculate a target velocity using the intensity of the force, and a proportional integral derivative (PID) control module configured to control actuation of the actuator in proportion to a velocity difference between the target velocity and the actual velocity, control the actuation by a cumulative value of the velocity difference, and control the actuation by a difference between a previous and a current velocity difference. | 06-09-2016 |
| 20160166879 | Treadmill Apparatus that Measures Gait Parameters Using Four or Fewer Load Cells | 06-16-2016 |
| 20160175638 | WHEELCHAIR EXERCISE APPARATUS HAVING INDEPENDENT DRIVE ROLLERS | 06-23-2016 |
| 20160184623 | WEIGHT SENSING BASE FOR AN ADJUSTABLE DUMBBELL SYSTEM - In various implementations, an adjustable dumbbell system may include a handle assembly, two or more weight plates, and a base. The weight plates and the handle assembly may be configured such that each weight plate can be selectively coupled to and decoupled from the handle assembly. The base may be configured to support each of the weight plates. The base may include a sensing mechanism that senses a characteristic of the weight plates where the characteristic depends upon which of the weight plates are supported by the base. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160184633 | NETWORKED GAME SYSTEM HAVING MULTIPLE FULL-BODY EXERCISE APPARATUS CONTROLLERS - An exercise network system is disclosed that comprises an electronic data communication link and a plurality of electronic video game workout systems. One or more of the plurality of electronic video game workout systems is configured for communication with at least one other video game workout system another over the electronic data communication link to transmit and receive data used for game play at each of the plurality of electronic video game workout systems. One or more of the electronic video game workout systems is further configured for execution of a full-body workout using a plurality of independently operable appendicular members configured for engagement with respective limbs of a user. Each of the plurality of appendicular members is movable in a degree of freedom independent of other ones of the plurality of appendicular members. Resistance on each of the plurality of appendicular members the is adjustable along and/or about its degree of freedom during game play based on locally generated data and data communicated over the electronic data communication link from other electronic video game workout systems. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160184634 | EXERCISE SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUSES CONFIGURED FOR EVALUATING MUSCULAR ACTIVITY OF USERS DURING PHYSICAL EXERCISE AND/OR PROVIDING FEEDBACK TO USERS - The present disclosure describes systems, methods, and apparatus that facilitate exercise. The system may include one or more convenient, fun, easy to use and low impact exercise apparatuses. An exercise apparatus may comprise one or more physical user interface components configured to engage one or more body parts of the user. The user may perform exercises by exerting forces on individual ones of the one or more user interface components. In some implementations, gameplay may be incorporated into one or more exercises through a game interface presented to the users. Users may be coached during gameplay to perform one or more exercises such that exercise and gameplay may be seamlessly integrated. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160184638 | FITNESS TRANSMISSION DEVICE AND INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD - A fitness transmission apparatus including an information carrying assembly and an information reading assembly is provided. The information carrying assembly is disposed on a fitness equipment. The information carrying assembly is configured to record a weight information of the fitness equipment by using a plurality of information record combinations. The information reading assembly is disposed on the fitness equipment. The information reading assembly is configured to read the weight information in a predetermined manner based on types of the information record combinations. The information reading assembly is paired to the information carrying assembly in the predetermined manner to read the weight information. The information reading assembly transmits the read weight information to an electronic device. Furthermore, an information processing method is also provided. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160184640 | 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. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160189437 | EXERCISE APPARATUS WITH EXERCISE USE VERIFICATION FUNCTION AND VERIFYING METHOD - An exercise apparatus includes a base, an operating unit movable relative to the base, a motor coupled to the operating unit, a sensor operable to detect engagement of a user with the operating unit, and a controller in communication with the operating unit and the sensor. A communication interface is in communication with the controller, wherein the controller is configured to generate a non-validated exercise use data in response to movement of the operating unit relative to the base and the sensor does not detect engagement of the user with the operating unit, wherein the controller is further configured to generate a validated exercise use data in response to movement of the operating unit relative to the base and the sensor does detect engagement of the user with the operating unit, and wherein the controller transmits the validated exercise use data to the communication interface. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160199685 | TONING GARMENT WITH MODULAR RESISTANCE UNIT DOCKING PLATFORMS | 07-14-2016 |
| 20160199695 | Multi-Directional Exercise Platform | 07-14-2016 |
| 20160199696 | SYSTEM, APPARATUS, AND METHOD FOR PROMOTING USAGE OF CORE MUSCLES AND OTHER APPLICATIONS | 07-14-2016 |
| 20160199697 | EXERCISE TRACKER | 07-14-2016 |
| 20160250510 | EXERCISE DUMBBELLS | 09-01-2016 |
| 20160375301 | 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. | 12-29-2016 |
| 20160375304 | Cardio-Based Exercise Systems with Visual Feedback on Exercise Programs - In general, a computing device disposed in a cardio exercise machine receives data related to a fitness level of a user. The computing device selects a workout program based at least in part on the data. The operations of the cardio exercise machine are controlled based at least in part on the workout program. The computing device generates visual feedback based on at least one of the user's operation of the cardio exercise machine and the selected workout program measured against performance criteria. | 12-29-2016 |
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| 20190143172 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RANGE OF MOTION ANALYSIS AND BALANCE TRAINING WHILE EXERCISING | 05-16-2019 |
| 20190143173 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RANGE OF MOTION ANALYSIS AND BALANCE TRAINING WHILE EXERCISING | 05-16-2019 |
| 20190143193 | SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING A VIRTUAL EXERCISE PLACE | 05-16-2019 |
| 20220134181 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TARGETED NEUROLOGICAL THERAPY USING BRAINWAVE ENTRAINMENT - A system and method for brainwave entrainment therapy that allows for targeted treatment of particular areas of the brain, particular neurological functions, particular neurological states, and combinations of areas, functions, and states. The system and method receive a neurological assessment identifying areas of the brain or neurological functions to be treated, select one or more treatment modalities and frequencies, select a treatment regimen, and apply brainwave entrainment using the modalities, frequencies and regimen while the subject engages in dual-task activities selected to stimulate the areas of the brain, neurological functions, or neurological states to be treated, enhanced, or altered. | 05-05-2022 |
| 20220134182 | Exercise Tracking Device For Multi-Stage Events - Multi-stage sporting events, such as triathlons, can present particular challenges regarding collection and processing of exercise data. For example, the general length of certain multi-stage sporting events can be problematic regarding battery life for conventional tracking devices, particularly if such devices include a relatively high quantity of sensors and/or sensors that consume particularly high amounts of power during use. This disclosure presents power management functionality to address this challenge. Multi-stage sporting events can also present challenges regarding the need to switch between different sets of sensors to measure particular parameters for a given activity. This disclosure present functionality for automatic touchless transitioning between stages of an event. | 05-05-2022 |
| 20220134185 | INTERACTIVE PHYSICAL FITNESS SYSTEM - A physical fitness system includes a stand assembly including a stand, a computing device mounted on the stand, and at least one integrated docking station for receiving an exercise device. At least one exercise device is configured to be releasably mounted to the docking station. Upon receiving instructions from a user input on the computing device, the system computer processor is configured to transmit instructions over the network from a system network communication interface to an exercise device network communication interface, and upon receiving the instructions, the exercise device processor is configured to activate a driver in the exercise device to change either the resistance applied to the exercise device or the weight carried by the exercise device. | 05-05-2022 |
