61 |
LIGHT EMITTING HOOP |
US14713859 |
2015-05-15 |
US20160332018A1 |
2016-11-17 |
Dane Granat; Derek Granat |
An approach for creation of a hoop with a tube portion and coupling portion having a plurality of LEDs in the hoop controlled via a controller and able to accept different types of power supplies. |
62 |
Oval exercise hoop |
US14286728 |
2014-05-23 |
US09468790B1 |
2016-10-18 |
Robert T. Snead |
An oval exercise hoop for resistance training including an oval two-sectioned tubular sleeve, with the sections attachable to each other by a pair of diametrically opposed male end connectors engage the female ends of each section. The male end connectors are disposed proximal to, but not directly on, diametrically opposed apices of the sleeve. A hollow core, which is disposed within each sleeve section, is either unweighted or weighted with a weighted fill having a wide range of densities and materials that provide a selected weight from a wide range of aggregate weights so as to require a selected amount of energy to rotate the sleeve around a user's waist and torso. |
63 |
Interactive synthesizer hoop instrument |
US13732441 |
2013-01-02 |
US09370727B2 |
2016-06-21 |
Patrick Deluz |
A hoop containing lights (LEDs or EL wires) that vary output, based on, for example, movement of the user, through the use of electromechanical and electronic sensors and switches is disclosed. Different movements, circuits or programs cause the lights to respond differently to the same signals. The signals generated by the onboard sensors also are sent by radio signal to a receiver and through a computer and modulate volume, pitch, pan and tempo and also create distinct sounds and combinations of sounds. The coherent pattern of sounds and lights coming from the movements of the body creates a synergy of perception. The interactive synthesizer hoop is an instrument that allows one to paint pictures of feelings, and hear sounds associated with the whole range of human movement and can function as an audio-visual-kinesthetic mirror and communication tool. |
64 |
Waist twisting station |
US14483173 |
2014-09-11 |
US09364700B2 |
2016-06-14 |
Hui Yan |
A waist twisting station includes a base, a rotating unit for waist twisting, and at least one spring to generate resistance force. The rotating unit has a hoop linked with a spring, which can be pushed away by user's body movement. The inside layer of the hoop has a row of massage balls so that the body movement can exercise the waist and lags as well as receive body massage at the same time to accelerate calorie burning. In addition to the waist twisting hoop, a handle bar with or without spring connected to the base can give user a unique whole body exercise experience. |
65 |
Fitness hoop having variable impact force |
US13936828 |
2013-07-08 |
US09345920B2 |
2016-05-24 |
Karyn Seroussi; Jorgen Klaveness |
An exercise device including a hoop made primarily of two elements, a softer inner element and a more rigid outer element. The inner element of the hoop has a plurality of shock absorbing compression chambers projecting inwardly and formed on an inner diameter thereof. The plurality of chambers each have a convex shape formed by a plurality of ribs connected by a connecting member. The chambers are formed at an angle with respect to a diameter of the hoop and have different compression attributes when the hoop is rotated by and about the user's body in the two different possible rotational directions. In this manner, the hoop will require greater exertion to maintain rotation in one direction versus the other, and also, the impact force which the hoop exerts on the user's skin will also differ depending upon the rotation direction. |
66 |
Exercise Hoop |
US14667986 |
2015-03-25 |
US20150273260A1 |
2015-10-01 |
Remington Hotchkis; Grant Leigh Nelson; Geoff Patterson |
An exercise hoop is assembled from arcuate segments attached end to end. Each segment has a base with male and female fittings at opposite ends and a sidewall extending between the ends. The sidewall defines a central space and a centerline. A cover attaches to the base. The base and the cover have reinforcing bulkheads to prevent kinking and use stirrups to engage legs having feet deflected by a deflector body to provide positive mechanical engagement between the base and the cover to secure each to the other. End to end attachment of the segments is secured using a spring biased button detent in the male fitting that engages an opening in the female fitting. |
67 |
Hoop-type amusement device and counter |
US13937530 |
2013-07-09 |
US09072982B1 |
2015-07-07 |
Nancy Mendel |
The present invention provides an improved hoop-type amusement device adapted with a counter for counting the number of revolutions achieved by the user. The counter is preferably adapted for attachment to any of a variety of hoop type devices, including the HULA HOOP, as well as specially configured hoop type devices, such as the type that may be formed from a plurality of variously sized and shaped connectable components that are selectively interconnected by the user to form a simple or complex hoop configuration of a particular desired size and shape. The counter functions to count the number of revolutions achieved by the user thereby allowing the user to monitor and gage performance. |
68 |
Hoop container dispenser |
US11968263 |
2008-01-02 |
US08962050B2 |
2015-02-24 |
Domenick Merlino |
A container for holding novelty items, toys or candies that is an openable closed-shape with a lock/release plug. The closed-shape can be repeatedly opened and closed to remove and refill the novelty items. The container can be any closed-shape required for end use. A lock/release plug is used to both open and lock the closed-shape into a closed state. The lock/release plug is dimensioned to fit within the interior diameter of the closed-shape. The closed-shape has slots proximate each open end that interact with compression tabs on the lock/release plug. A center stop assists in aligning the compression tabs with the slots. The container can be configured to be a hula hoop or be adorned on one's body, such as a necklace or a bracelet. |
69 |
VIRTUAL EXERCISER DEVICE |
US13261465 |
2011-04-05 |
US20130123955A1 |
2013-05-16 |
Nelson Greenberg; Neil Trevick |
Disclosed herein is a device which detects repetitive movement of a user's body part. The device has a sensor which detects G forces along at least two axes when the user repeatedly moves the body part; a memory, which stores reference data corresponding to ideal reference data; a processor/computing unit, which communicates with the sensor and the memory, and receives data associated with the G forces. The processing/computing unit compares the ideal reference data with the data associated with the detected G forces. A feedback component is connected to the processor/computing unit to provide the user with a signal when a target has been achieved. Also disclosed is a method of computing data received by the device and an exerciser device that simulates the movement of a hula hoop. |
70 |
Interactive synthesizer hoop instrument |
US11343416 |
2006-01-31 |
US08342901B1 |
2013-01-01 |
Patrick Deluz |
A lighted translucent hoop instrument is disclosed. This ruggedly constructed rechargeable hoop comes in a wide range of sizes, designed for a greater scope of movement and function than the “hula-hoop”. It collapses for travel and can be assembled in seconds.Mechanical switches and/or electronic sensors, accelerometers, circuits and programs make the hoop motion-sensitive, and control onboard lights to generate varying and repeatable colors, shapes, patterns and trails, based on the performance of the user. The signals generated by the onboard sensors can also be sent by radio to a computer. These signals modulate existing music, and also synthesize distinct sounds, combinations of sounds and visual displays.The hoop thus becomes an interactive instrument/controller played by the whole body, creating coherent signals synchronized with motion. It is a tool for exercise, entertainment, communication, expression, juggling, dance, performance and play—by both children and adults. |
71 |
Hand-held isokinetic-exercise ring |
US13366214 |
2012-02-03 |
US20120329616A1 |
2012-12-27 |
Michael Vincent Theuer |
The current invention is an isokinetic-exercise ring. Specifically, the invention is comprised of two rigid concentric rings. The inner ring is large enough to fit over a user's shoulders and/or waist. The outer ring is approximately 150% larger in diameter than the inner ring. The two rings are strapped together with elastic cord. A user grasps either inner or outer ring on opposite sides and pulses the invention in and out or in a twisting motion. Pulsing in turn causes the ring not being grasped to oscillate. Oscillation can be achieved in front of, above or around the user's body. By maintaining oscillation, the user will experience an isokinetic exercise. |
72 |
Hoop-type amusement device and counter |
US12041141 |
2008-03-03 |
US08033891B2 |
2011-10-11 |
Nancy Mendel |
The present invention provides an improved hoop-type amusement device adapted with a counter for counting the number of revolutions achieved by the user. The counter is preferably adapted for attachment to any of a variety of hoop type devices, including the HULA HOOP, as well as specially configured hoop type devices, such as the type that may be formed from a plurality of variously sized and shaped connectable components that are selectively interconnected by the user to form a simple or complex hoop configuration of a particular desired size and shape. The counter functions to count the number of revolutions achieved by the user thereby allowing the user to monitor and gage performance. |
73 |
Training apparatus |
US12310669 |
2007-06-06 |
US07846076B2 |
2010-12-07 |
Johann Salzwimmer; Bruno Bernreiter; Karl Wilhelm Enzlberger |
The invention relates to a training apparatus, in particular for the muscle system of the hand, arm and upper body, wherein the apparatus has an elongate casing with at least an essentially circular internal cross section, in the interior of which at least one ball (5) is situated in a freely movable manner between shock absorbers (6). There are various forms of such training apparatuses. Their disadvantages include relatively monotonous training and the difficulty or impossibility of using them to train during another activity, for example during running. In order to avoid this, the invention is characterized in that the casing is of flexible design over at least part of its longitudinal extent, in that the ends of the casing are fastened to a handle part, and in that handle part and casing lie at least essentially on one plane. |
74 |
Exercise hoop |
US12358909 |
2009-01-23 |
US07758480B1 |
2010-07-20 |
I-Huang Chen; Chang Feng Lin |
An exercise hoop has an outer loop, an inner loop and an adjustable centrifugal weight assembly. The inner loop is mounted rotatably in the outer loop. The adjustable centrifugal weight assembly is connected pivotally to the inner loop. The weight of the adjustable centrifugal weight assembly may be increased or decreased depending on different users. A beginner may use less weight and a skilled user more for tailored exercise. |
75 |
Collapsible hoop |
US12076208 |
2008-03-14 |
US07654943B2 |
2010-02-02 |
Thomas L. Sapia |
A foldable hoop has an outer tube; and one or more swivel mechanisms connecting ends of the outer tube to form the hoop. The swivel mechanism is formed from two pieces of tubing held together at ends thereof, said two pieces of tubing being rotatable with respect to each other. The tubes forming the swivel mechanism may be solid plastic or hollow tubing, and they are connected to the outer tube using, e.g., rivets, screws, staples. |
76 |
Training apparatus |
US12310669 |
2007-06-06 |
US20090280967A1 |
2009-11-12 |
Johann Salzwimmer; Bruno Bernreiter; Karl Wilhelm Enzlberger |
The invention relates to a training apparatus, in particular for the muscle system of the hand, arm and upper body, wherein the apparatus has an elongate casing with at least an essentially circular internal cross section, in the interior of which at least one ball (5) is situated in a freely movable manner between shock absorbers (6). There are various forms of such training apparatuses. Their disadvantages include relatively monotonous training and the difficulty or impossibility of using them to train during another activity, for example during running. In order to avoid this, the invention is characterized in that the casing is of flexible design over at least part of its longitudinal extent, in that the ends of the casing are fastened to a handle part, and in that handle part and casing lie at least essentially on one plane. |
77 |
Collapsible hoop |
US12076208 |
2008-03-14 |
US20080227608A1 |
2008-09-18 |
Thomas L. Sapia |
A foldable hoop has an outer tube; and one or more swivel mechanisms connecting ends of the outer tube to form the hoop. The swivel mechanism is formed from two pieces of tubing held together at ends thereof, said two pieces of tubing being rotatable with respect to each other. The tubes forming the swivel mechanism may be solid plastic or hollow tubing, and they are connected to the outer tube using, e.g., rivets, screws, staples. |
78 |
HOOP-TYPE AMUSEMENT DEVICE AND COUNTER |
US12041141 |
2008-03-03 |
US20080153383A1 |
2008-06-26 |
Nancy Mendel |
The present invention provides an improved hoop-type amusement device adapted with a counter for counting the number of revolutions achieved by the user. The counter is preferably adapted for attachment to any of a variety of hoop type devices, including the HULA HOOP, as well as specially configured hoop type devices, such as the type that may be formed from a plurality of variously sized and shaped connectable components that are selectively interconnected by the user to form a simple or complex hoop configuration of a particular desired size and shape. The counter functions to count the number of revolutions achieved by the user thereby allowing the user to monitor and gage performance. |
79 |
ACROBATIC AND GYMNASTIC SPOTTING APPARATUS |
US11759921 |
2007-06-07 |
US20070287599A1 |
2007-12-13 |
Philippe Chartrand |
An athletic trainer has a spotting apparatus received by a support frame. A pair of connected, spaced-apart lateral supports define the support frame and provide a pair of pivotal support surfaces that together provide a first axis of rotation, about which the spotting apparatus may selectively rotate. The spotting apparatus may consist of connected front and back braces with a ledge seat attached to the back brace for support and comfort. Alternatively, the spotting apparatus may be a unitary, substantially circular brace having an internal bearing raceway and attached support webbing that permit rotation about a second axis. |
80 |
Hula hoop |
US11502634 |
2006-08-10 |
US20070243792A1 |
2007-10-18 |
Taekyu Kim |
A hula hoop has a plurality of arched coupling units, which are plastic molded articles and coupled to one another in sequence to complete a circular assembly. Each coupling unit is centrally formed with an expanded acupressure portion, and has one end formed into a bolt-shaped coupling portion and the other end formed into a nut-shaped coupling portion. Thereby, the bolt-shaped coupling portion of one coupling unit is able to be forcibly fitted into and fastened to the nut-shaped coupling portion of another neighboring coupling unit. Each coupling unit is densely wound, throughout an outer peripheral surface of the overall body thereof except for the coupling portions, by a braid that is made by interweaving a plurality of strands. Metal or plastic connecting members are fitted around the respective coupling portions between the neighboring coupling units in the course of assembling of the coupling units. |