Abstract:
A method of creating rigid cards (32) having an exercise routine (58) thereon for use by a user (26). The rigid cards (32) are prepared utilizing a computer (34) in communication with a database (40). A plurality of exercises (54) are determined and the exercises (54) are input into the computer (34) to define the exercise routine (58) specific to the user (26). A unique identifier (60) specific to the user (26) is input into the computer (34) and linked to the exercise routine (58). The unique identifier (60) and the exercise routine (58) are stored in the database (40) and printed on the rigid card (32). The method further includes modifying the exercise routine (58) and inputting the modified exercise routine into the computer (34) to define an alternative exercise routine (144). The alternative exercise routine (144) is linked to the unique identifier (60) and stored in the database (40). The unique identifier (60) and the alternative exercise routine (144) are printed on a second rigid card (116).
Abstract:
A video game controller joystick strap device (100) is provided which fits on the joystick (103,104), preferably by an expandable buttonhole. This device is provided with a fastener permitting the strap to fix around a user's thumb or finger (102). In its preferred embodiment, the fastener is a hook and loop device.
Abstract:
A virtual trainer exercise system including at least one exercise equipment device including a video user interface, an audio input, an audio output, and a data port for receiving a portable storage device, a server in communication with the exercise equipment device, a database in communication with the server, the database including one or more user profiles, software executing on the exercise equipment device for receiving user data from the portable storage device, software executing on the server for accessing a user profile corresponding to the user data, and software executing on the server for generating an interactive virtual trainer based on the user profile and providing the interactive virtual trainer to the user via the user interface and audio output.
Abstract:
A method and system to implement an electronic personal training is provided. According to an example embodiment, a method and system for recording, tracking, and providing personal goals for fitness and health-related activity using personal electronic devices that receive and store input from objects (e.g., exercise equipments or food items) in an environment (e.g., a fitness center or a supermarket) and output relevant personal information about the activity currently being input (e.g. on a digital screen, pre-stored version of a human voice, etc.). The portable electronic devices may periodically communicate data with a system located on a communications network, where the fitness data may be processed to provide individual and group reports (e.g. email sent to person, membership trends to gyms, account history available online). A user may set or modify his or her goals by accessing the system via the portable electronic device or a user computer.
Abstract:
An illuminated maraca has a transparent shell (10) and a handle (12). A light (14) is arranged within the shell (10) and operated by a circuit (16) in the handle (12). In a preferred arrangement the circuit (16) is operative in response to movement of the maraca to operate the light (14).
Abstract:
A side handle baton and flashlight assembly (1) as well as a kit for converting a conventional flashlight into a side handle baton and flashlight assembly (1). A conventional flashlight having an elongated handle section (3) adapted to hold a plurality of dry cell batteries is separated from a conventional lamp section (5) having a bulb assembly (104) therein. A side handle (9) is provided for attachment to the spacer (7), perpendicular to the handle (3). A selection of interchangeable tips (13) are provided to attach to the striking end of the handle section (3).
Abstract:
A golf club head has structure for assisting a golfer, and a head cover has structure for supporting the golfer-assisting structure. In one aspect, the golfer-assisting structure provides a visual indicator, such as an alignment marker, a ball impact indicator, a temperature indicator, or the like. In another aspect, the golfer-assisting structure includes sensor(s) and/or other electronic components for measuring swing characteristics, course conditions, global position, or the like. The supporting structure may provide a source of energy, such as a power source, a light source, or a heat source. In some aspects, the supporting structure may include a processor for receiving data from the golfer-assisting structure, and may transmit data to a display on the head cover and/or to an external source.
Abstract:
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.
Abstract:
An exercise machine (10, 60, 90, 120, 150) and a method for its use in training selected muscle groups by controlled use of brakes to resist crank movement adjustably at specific and adjustable controlled positions in the rotation of a crank (14, 16, 14', 16', 102, 104, 120, 122, 152, 154). A control system (40, 140, 140') may be incorporated to cause brake mechanisms (32, 80, 82, 96, 128, 129, 156) to apply varying amounts of resistance to a pair of pedal-driven cranks to simulate the efforts required to ride an actual bicycle over a course including various up-slopes and downslopes.
Abstract:
Hand-holdable novelty article comprising a handle, a light source and a plurality of sections of color shifting film. The light source is preferably disposed within an end of the handle. The plurality of sections of color shifting film extend from the end of the handle. During use, light from the light source interacts with the plurality of strands of color shifting film, producing a brilliant colored effect. Movement of the plurality of sections of color shifting film produces multiple colors.