Rhythm rope

Abstract

The improved jump ropes devices described herein generally include a source of rhythmic sound, a sensor for determining the motion of the jump rope, and a visual output (e.g., feedback) for indicating how well a user is moving or jumping in time to the rhythmic component of the sound. The device may also include a controller for receiving input from the source of rhythmic sound and the sensor, and controlling the visual output. Methods of using the devices are also described.

1 . An improved jump-rope exercise device comprising:
 a pair of handles, wherein each handle includes a grip region and a rope-attachment region;   a flexible jump-rope attached to each handle;   a source of rhythmic sound including a memory;   a motion sensor for sensing motion of the handles;   a visual output; and   a controller operably connected to the motion sensor and the source of rhythmic sound, wherein the controller is configured to compare the motion of handles with the rhythm of the sound provided by the source of rhythmic sound and activate a visual output based on this comparison.