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7618353 Bicycle treadmill  
A treadmill assembly that includes a frame and a treadmill belt. In addition, a sensor produces a signal representative of an aspect of the user's position relative to at least one point on the...
7588518 Method and apparatus for torque-controlled eccentric exercise training  
A method and apparatus for increasing locomotor muscle size and strength at low training intensities using eccentric ergometry.
7585251 Load variance system and method for exercise machine  
An exercise machine that varies a resistive load based on sensed changes in intensity of exercise. In one example, an electronic control system of a stationary bicycle adjusts a flywheel resistive...
7503878 Position monitoring device  
In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, a device for monitoring a movement of a user includes a sensor module, a processor, and a feedback module. The sensor module is capable...
7478009 Apparatus and method for evaluating a hypertonic condition  
An apparatus and method for evaluating a hypertonic condition in a movable extremity are described. The apparatus includes an accelerometer, a gyroscope, a force sensor and a data communication...
7470216 Exercise intra-repetition assessment system  
An intra-repetition exercise system which allows comparison of actual performance of intra-repetition exercise characteristics ( 2 ) to pre-established target performance of intra-repetition...
7454313 Hierarchical workload monitoring for optimal subordinate tasking  
A system and method of hierarchical monitoring for subordinate assessment is described. Generally, the system receives remotely sensed data about a user's physiology and contextual state, and...
7351187 Resistance and power monitoring device and system for exercise equipment  
An exercise device includes pedals, a belt and a hydro-kinetic brake. A user applies muscular force to the pedals and the pedal belt transfers the motion of the pedals to a flywheel shaft of the...
7232416 Method and device for determining the anatomical condition of a human being or an animal and a strength training machine and a computer program which is saved to a memory medium  
A method for determining the anatomic condition of components of the body of a human or of an animal is disclosed comprising producing a sound signal in a selected component of the body by at least...
7220219 Bicycle treadmill having automatic speed and resistance adjustments  
A treadmill assembly that includes a frame and a treadmill belt. In addition, a sensor produces a signal representative of an aspect of the user's position relative to at least one point on the...
7163488 Free weight assistance and training device  
A free weight assistance and training device includes a base and a generally upright weight support structure mounted on and extending upwards from and over the base. A free weight support bar is...
6945913 Cushioned pivoting deck  
A treadmill ( 10 ) includes a frame on which are mounted transverse forward and rearward roller assemblies ( 14, 16 ). An endless belt ( 18 ) is trained about the forward and rearward roller...
6846270 Method and apparatus for assisting or resisting postures or movements related to the joints of humans or devices  
A process for accommodating, improving or transmuting random static and dynamic human functions to an object is provided. A device is selected which includes a proximal member and a distal member...
6786847 Automated complete exercise system  
Exercise/therapy apparatus that allows a user to change one or more workout parameters without dismounting from the apparatus and without interrupting the workout. Several embodiments for inclined...
6719668 Treadmill operation mode control system  
A treadmill operation mode control system for use in a treadmill is disclosed include two ultrasonic transmitter receiver units respectively installed in the upright support of the base frame of...
6572513 Cushioned pivoting deck  
A treadmill ( 10 ) includes a frame on which are mounted transverse forward and rearward roller assemblies ( 14, 16 ). An endless belt ( 18 ) is trained about the forward and rearward roller...
6561953 Supporting frame of running exerciser made of plasticizing material  
A supporting frame of a running exerciser made of a plasticizing material comprises two lateral frames, and a plurality of transversal frames. The two lateral frames is installed at the left and...
6261205 Resistance training apparatus  
Resistance training apparatus comprising a carriage mounted for movement along a reciprocally linear path, a load borne by the carriage and programmable drive apparatus that engages the carriage...
6186961 Physical capacity assessment system  
A testing apparatus of a physical capacity assessment system has a support base, a column extending upwardly from the base and a workstation to which load is applied by an individual being tested...
6179746 Activity controlled audio-visual system  
An activity controlled audio-visual system is disclosed. A device for connecting exercise equipment such as a pedal exerciser to a user sensory interface, such as a television set or computer so...
6142911 Method for training and for measuring physical efforts of a person in a non-motorized wheel vehicle  
A device for training and measuring the physical efforts of a user of a nonmotorized rolling vehicle arranged on a turning assembly capable of exerting a load moment imparts a cyclical braking...
6050920 Electromechanical resistance exercise apparatus  
A strength and exercise apparatus that provides an opposing resistive force which in its total will always only equal the potential and varying exerted force created by the user. The apparatus will...
6033344 Fitness apparatus with heart rate control system and method of operation  
A method and apparatus for maintaining the heart rate of a user of a fitness apparatus at a scheduled target rate by varying the resistance of a first resistance mechanism with respect to a second...
5993356 Force generation and control system for an exercise machine  
An exercise machine having a user interface engaged by a user to perform exercises using the exercise machine is disclosed in which an electric, direct current (DC), servo control motor is used as...
5919115 Adaptive exercise machine  
An apparatus and method for controlling the torque of an exercise machine acting on a user is disclosed. The invention determines the torque which the user is able to exert at different positions...
5910070 Weighted hand-controller for remote control of exercise apparatus  
A hand-held transceiver (48) remotely controls a device (24) that is electrically coupled to a receiver (44) capable of receiving an electromagnetic transmission (46) and generating a first...
5879269 Training device for the physically disabled  
A training device is proposed having a crank for a training device for the physically disabled includes a crank, an electric motor which is connected to the crank, power electronics which are...
5813945 Swim instruction, training, and assessment apparatus  
An instructional, training, and assessment apparatus is provided for use in the activity of swimming. The apparatus includes a cable having a proximal end and a distal end, and a harness for...
5779596 Remote controller mechanism for use with a videocassette recorder or the like  
A remote controller mechanism for use with a piece of exercise equipment such as an exercise bicycle or apparatus and a remotely controllable electronic device wherein the piece of exercise...
5738611 Aerobic and strength exercise apparatus  
An exercise apparatus having a pair of speed control drums coaxial with a variable speed motor driven shaft is disclosed. A force control drum is mounted to a gear box via which the motor is linked...
5685806 Magnetic damping device of an exercising apparatus  
A magnetic damping device including a belt removably and separably positioned around the peripheral groove of the metal flywheel of an indoor exercise bicycle, and a plurality of permanent magnets...
5533947 Musical beat jump-rope  
An apparatus for emitting pre-programmed songs at a pre-determined tempo or a selectable tempo of either one or two beats per rotation of the rope. The apparatus comprises a rope or like material,...
5512025 User-programmable computerized console for exercise machines  
A control console for exercise machines such as treadmills having a microprocessor to generate signals to control the exercise. The console is operable to control an exercise program comprising a...
5484358 Automatic magnetic controller for magnetic tension by setting wattage  
An automatic magnetic controller is linked with a computer to process a formula for the relationship between the wattage and the expended calories. Then the desired numbered of calories will be...
5484355 System for therapeutic exercise and evaluation  
Computer exercise system including at least two exercise devices coupled to a computer through a serial mouse port. These devices provide on/off signals to the computer indicating when the devices...
5476430 Exercise treadmill with variable response to foot impact induced speed variation  
Exercise treadmill with motor driven tread belt and means for varying the tread belt speed by a speed control system which makes available to the treadmill user a plurality of nominal speeds and...
5458548 Fitness quantification exerciser  
A fitness device (22, 37, 41) is provided with a display type readout which can be viewed by a user, and a user's heart rate is determined to lie within a range so that the user could be required...
5444812 Automatic speed servo-control apparatus for electrically powered walking-running exercise machine  
A speed servo-control apparatus is provided for use in combination with a walking-running exercise machine including a moving belt on which a user may walk or run and a direct current drive input...
RE34959 Stair-climbing exercise apparatus  
An exercise apparatus that simulates stair-climbing for a user. The apparatus includes a frame having a base, and a plate on the frame perpendicular to the base. A right pedal and a left pedal are...
5407403 Forced repetition assist device  
A device which promotes concentric muscle development by automatically rendering assistance to a weightlifter who is experiencing muscle fatigue. The device contains a motor driven cable which can...
5348519 Exercise and diagnostic apparatus and method  
A horizontal support arm is mounted for upward and downward movement on a vertical support column. An interface unit having an actual mass value is disposed on a free end of the horizontal support...
5314390 Linear tracking programmable exerciser  
A programmable limb exerciser wherein pedal motion is linear and the user may select isotonic, isokinetic or isoacceleration modes. The limbs may be exercised individually, reciprocally or in...
5308300 Step-type training machine and control method  
A step-type training machine in which the exerciser trains using a predetermined load while detecting the pulse of the exerciser, and in accordance with data (e.g. the age, sex and weight) inputted...
5292293 Programmable physical exercise apparatus with inertia  
A training machine comprising a frame on which is mounted an element freely rotating about a horizontal axis, and an inertial flywheel coupled to said rotating element. A strap is tightened about...
RE34479 Resistence applying means for exercising apparatus  
A resistance applying mechanism for use in an exercising apparatus having a support frame on which a bicycle provided with at least a saddle and foot pedals is supported includes a rotary shaft...
5263909 Drive with torque arm support for exercise device  
A drive assembly for an exercise device is provided. The drive assembly is made up of a base with side supports and an electric motor drive mechanism. The electric motor drive mechanism is an...
5260870 Apparatus for measuring instantaneous power by leg-stretching power  
An apparatus for measuring the instantaneous power generated by a leg extension, which includes a seat provided above a drive system unit on which a subject is seated. A slide rail extends...
5256115 Electronic flywheel and clutch for exercise apparatus  
An exercise apparatus which provides a variable load torque that substantially equals and opposes any possible input torque. A set of pedals is used to provide an input torque which is transmitted...
5236069 Braking device for indoor exercise bicycles  
This invention relates to a braking device for indoor exercise bicycles. In particular, this device is composed of a rotor, multiple rubber magnets, a wheel for the transmission belt, a stator, a...
5207621 Stair climbing exercise machine  
A stair climbing exercise machine comprises an upright frame and a pair of reciprocating left and right pedals pivotally mounted on the frame for independent movement between raised and lowered...
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