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| 20080200312 | COLLECTION AND DISPLAY OF ATHLETIC INFORMATION - Systems and techniques for the collection and display of athletic information. Athletic data relating to a single person or group of people is collected at a central location, and subsequently displayed at a desired remote location so that the person or people can review and critique their performance. In addition, athletic data for multiple persons can be collected at a central location, and subsequently displayed to a user at a desired remote location, so that the user can compare his or her athletic activities to others. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20080214358 | Audio Interval Training Device - There is provided an audio interval training device, including a sensing unit to obtain a parameter of a user in physical exercise, a memory to store a plurality of audio signals having predetermined tempos; and a processing unit configured to (1) receive a first and second target parameter value, (2) select from the plurality of audio signals a first and second audio signal having respective tempos, (3) alternatively rendering the first and second audio signals, wherein a respective audio signal is rendered to the user corresponding to the first and second target parameter value, as determined by the processing unit using the parameter from the sensing unit. | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080214359 | User-specific performance monitor, method, and computer software product - The invention relates to a method for determining an exertion parameter of a physical exercise, and a user-specific performance monitor implementing the method, and a computer software product. The method comprises determining, in the user-specific performance monitor, a propagation variable characterizing the user's propagation; determining, in the user-specific performance monitor, a gravitational motion variable characterizing the user's motion in the direction of the gravitational field; and calculating the user's exertion parameter by means of the propagation variable and the gravitational motion variable. | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080214360 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ESTIMATING A MOTION PARAMETER - A system for estimating motion parameters corresponding to a user. The system may generally include a receiver operable to receive a signal from an external source, an inertial sensor operable to be coupled with the user and arbitrarily oriented relative to the direction of user motion for generation of a signal corresponding to user motion, and a processing system in communication with the receiver and inertial sensor. The processing system can be operable to utilize the receiver signal to estimate a first parameter corresponding to a first motion parameter type, utilize the inertial sensor signal to estimate a second parameter corresponding to a second motion parameter type, generate a user-specific motion model to correlate the first parameter type and second parameter type using at least the first and second estimated parameters, utilize the inertial sensor signal to estimate a third parameter corresponding to the second parameter type, and utilize the motion model and the third parameter to estimate a fourth parameter corresponding to the first parameter type independent of the receiver signal. | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080220941 | VIRTUAL TRAINER SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system, apparatus and method for managing health of different individuals by means of a virtual trainer over a network. Reference training data is made available to at least one individual. The exercise motion of the individual or end-user is recorded by using a plurality of sensing elements. The exercise motion of the end-user is processed into a user data. The user data is forwarded to a remote server via a user communication device. A virtual coach application is provided in the remote server that compares the reference training data with the user data and provides a corrective feedback to the end-user. The corrective feedback to the end-user may be provided on the user communication device such as a personal computer, digital assistant, or mobile phone. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20080242514 | Network coaching method - A method of obtaining advice pertaining to a fitness-related activity performed by a user is provided. A user accesses a central site via a network, such as the Internet, then visits a physical location associated with a fitness-related activity. Information identifying the location is provided to the central site. The user then receives live advice pertaining to the fitness-related activity from a personal advisor, via the network from the central site. Fitness-related activities for which advice is provided include, for example, use of exercise equipment, consumption of foods or beverages, and engagement in other activities having an impact on a user's physical, mental or spiritual well-being. | 10-02-2008 |
| 20080280730 | PERSONAL TRAINING DEVICE USING MULTI-DIMENSIONAL SPATIAL AUDIO - A personal training device is provided for a participant of pace-based physical training. The device includes an input for receiving an input signal indicative of a pace of the participant, and a comparator coupled to the input for comparing the pace of the participant to a predefined criteria. The personal training device further includes a training partner positioner for generating a position of a virtual training partner relative to the participant based on an output of the comparator, and a training partner audio source for providing audio representative of sounds from the virtual training partner. Still further, the personal training device includes a spatial audio processor for producing a multi-dimensional audio signal comprising the audio from the audio source, the multi-dimensional audio signal providing the audio at a spatial location represented by the position generated by the training partner positioner. | 11-13-2008 |
| 20080287263 | INTERACTIVE BALANCE TRAINER - An interactive balance trainer includes a base, on which a swing device is pivoted for a swing motion. A swing sensing device includes a signal sensor to sense a rotating angle of the swing device and transmit a signal. A central processing unit, which receives the signal transmitted from the swing sensing device, has a main program to compare the signal with a program target value. A resistance adjusting device, which adjusts a resistance exerting on the swing device, has a position sensor providing a feedback signal to the central processing unit. A display unit receives a signal processed by the central processing unit and shows information according to the signal of the central processing unit. | 11-20-2008 |
| 20080300110 | EXERCISE DEVICE WITH EXERCISE LOG AND JOURNAL - In a system having an exercise device having an exercise mechanism, and a control panel operatively associated with the exercise mechanism and configured to vary one or more exercise parameters of the exercise mechanism, a method for storing and display exercise parameters in an exercise journal includes storing in a user specific exercise journal of the exercise device exercise data representative of one or more exercise parameters for each user, the exercise data corresponding to a range of time periods, displaying the user specific exercise journal within a display associated with the control panel with one or more selected time periods for a selected date range being displayed in a first portion of the display and cumulative exercise data for the selected user and the selected date range or the one or more time periods being displayed on a second portion of the display; | 12-04-2008 |
| 20080305933 | MOBILE DEVICE AND METHOD FOR GENERATING ACTION PLAN - The present invention related to a mobile device and, more specifically, to a mobile device for communicating with an electronic device and a method for generating an action plan via the mobile device. | 12-11-2008 |
| 20090023555 | Method and system for developing or tracking a program for medical treatment - This invention relates generally to a method and system for developing or tracking a program for medical treatment. More particularly, the present invention facilitates the development of a treatment program, the retrieval of the program by the patient, the entry of feedback about the program by the patient, and the processing of that feedback. | 01-22-2009 |
| 20090023556 | SENSING APPLICATIONS FOR EXERCISE MACHINES - Sensing applications for exercise machines are described. An example sensing application for profiling a workout session of an exercise machine comprises selecting at least one workout parameter or inputting at least one physical characteristic of a user and operating the exercise machine in compliance with the at least one workout parameter selected. The method further comprising reading output signal values from a sensor in which the output signals are generated by a user impact to the exercise machine during the exercise session and processing the output signals. The method further comprising determining workout matrices to profile the exercise session using the processed output signals and providing feedback information based on the workout matrices. | 01-22-2009 |
| 20090069156 | Method and System for Controlling Training - The invention relates to method and system for controlling a training plan for a user having a chosen aim for training, where
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| 20090075782 | Custom Exercise video website - The custom exercise video website implements a computerized method for development of a personal fitness/wellness training regimen that is uniquely tailored to an individual user's needs. The website provides a user interface that can accept user inputs related to the user's desire for physical therapy and/or exercise of a body part, muscle group or series of muscle groups. Based on the user inputs, system processing creates a multimedia playlist linking discrete video clips together to form a unique exercise program having clips that have been sequentially ordered by the user. A user-selectable running time is also provided. The website provides an option to add a user-specified music track to the exercise video. The music volume will automatically adjust down when the audio from the clips is on. The video is formatted in a digital file that can be played by a variety of media players. | 03-19-2009 |
| 20090098981 | Virtual Trainer - An interactive virtual training system including at least one exercise equipment device including a video user interface, an audio input, an audio output, voice recognition software for interpreting a user's spoken commands and software that monitors a user's exercise pattern for consistency, where changes in the exercise pattern trigger a query to the user asking whether assistance is necessary, and software for adjusting the workout routine if a user indicates that modification is needed. | 04-16-2009 |
| 20090105047 | DEVICE FOR ANALYZING AND MONITORING EXERCISE DONE BY A USER - A device for analyzing and monitoring exercise done by a user comprises at least a portable support ( | 04-23-2009 |
| 20090137366 | EXERCISE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A system for managing exercise of an animal such as a human being so that the motion of the animal is induced with an appropriate scale and rhythm in accordance with the physiological conditions of the animal is provided. According to the exercise management system ( | 05-28-2009 |
| 20090149299 | Cardiovascular Miles - A system and method is provided that converts various athletic performance metrics/types to a standard or common unit of measurement. For example, in an embodiment, various athletic performance types are converted to an equivalent miles run. In another example, various types of athletic activities are converted to an equivalent number of credits that may be used to acquire rewards or other items. A conversion factor may be personalized based on an athlete's attributes such as height, weight, gender, age and the like. | 06-11-2009 |
| 20090156364 | EXERCISE REGIME MANAGEMENT TOOL - A method is presented for managing an exercise regime. The method may include developing a plan for an exercise regime and transmitting the plan to one or more client computers. The client computer may be associated with a user. The client computer may acquire performance-related data from the user during execution of the plan, and may transmit the acquired data to a server in communication therewith. The server may analyze the performance-related data to verify that predetermined expected performance values are reached, and may modify the plan according to the analysis. The modified plan may then be provided to the client computer. | 06-18-2009 |
| 20090209393 | USER-DEFINED ENVIRONMENTS FOR EXERCISE MACHINE TRAINING - A method of implementing a user-defined environment for exercise includes specifying a course route with a course development tool, and designating additional parameters associated with the course route. The course route and additional parameters support simulation of exercise on a course corresponding to the specified court route and additional parameters. | 08-20-2009 |
| 20090270228 | Method for improving strength, flexibility, and coordination - A method of increasing strength, flexibility, and coordination that may establish a person's baseline strength, flexibility, and coordination, while identifying any deficiencies to establish an exercise regimen to address those deficiencies. The method may also include a systematic and consistent warm-up step that will ensure the proper building of strength, flexibility, and coordination while minimizing any potential injury. Lastly, the method may be capable of accurately measuring the progress of the person's training regimen. | 10-29-2009 |
| 20090286655 | INTERACTIVE EXERCISE DEVICE AND SYSTEM - An interactive exercise device for measuring and displaying exercise performance parameters, the interactive exercise device including a step measuring device that outputs a step signal corresponding to each step walked by | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090291805 | 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. | 11-26-2009 |
| 20090312152 | Exercise Monitoring System and Method - The present invention relates to an exercise monitoring system ( | 12-17-2009 |
| 20090312153 | Training apparatus and training method - A training apparatus includes: a storing means for storing therein targeted goal command information indicating correct input order of commands necessary to perform a targeted operation for each of individual targeted operations; and a control means, wherein the control means conducts a targeted operation selecting process of selecting one targeted operation from the individual targeted operations based on a user manipulation; a user input command information generation process of generating user input command information by accumulating a command inputted based on a user manipulation; and a notification control process of conducting control so as to notify a compared result of the targeted goal command information about a targeted operation selected in the targeted operation selecting process with user input command information generated in the user input command information generation process. | 12-17-2009 |
| 20100035729 | MULTIMOTION EXERCISE APPARATUS AND METHOD - A multimotion exercise bicycle capable of providing a cardiovascular exercise simultaneously with an upper body weight training exercise. The cardiovascular exercise is accomplished by a pedaling movement connected to a resistance means. The upper body exercise is accomplished by a pushing or a pulling movement of a handlebar and arm setup connected to a disk which is further connected to a cable attached to a weight bearing platform. The weight of the user provides the resistance for the upper body movement. The difficulty level of the upper body movement is adjustable by changing the location of the handlebars relative to the disk and by changing where the cable attaches to the disk. As the user performs these exercises simultaneously, the invention allows the user to burn more calories and reduce work-out time in half. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100048358 | Interactive Athletic Equipment System - Systems and techniques for the collection and display of athletic information. Athletic data relating to a single person or group of people is collected at a central location, and subsequently displayed at a desired remote location so that the person or people can review and critique their performance. In addition, athletic data for multiple persons can be collected at a central location, and subsequently displayed to a user at a desired remote location, so that the user can compare his or her athletic activities to others. | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100056341 | WORKOUT DEFINITION AND TRACKING METHODS - We have disclosed a modular personal network (MPN) that includes multiple devices that may be worn, carried, or used in close proximity to a user. The devices communicate wirelessly. Functions of the MPN may be modified by adding or removing components. The MPN may communicate with a personal computer. General purpose devices may include a control unit, a display, a user input, and an audio output. The MPN may provide a variety of functions, including time, communication, entertainment, organization, guidance, athletic, medical, travel, outdoors, identity, security, and military. | 03-04-2010 |
| 20100062905 | METHOD FOR QUICKSTART WORKOUT GENERATION AND CALIBRATION - Systems and methods for generating a quick start workout template and calibrating an electronic device using the workout template are provided. The electronic device may create and store a workout template to be used in conjunction with a workout. The workout template may be selected in a quick start fashion to restart the same workout. The workout template may be defined at least in part by a selection of any suitable workout goal and/or any suitable associated media. If the media associated with the workout goal is changed or is removed, a new workout template may be created. The electronic device may be calibrated or recalibrated using the workout template. If the electronic device is calibrated or re-calibrated with respect to a particular sensor, the electronic device may use the calibration in conjunction with any suitable workout template and the sensor to more accurately monitor the user's workout. | 03-11-2010 |
| 20100113226 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADMINISTERING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM - Systems and methods for facilitating an isometric contraction exercise regimen for many subjects across a network are provided. One or more exercise constraints are developed for a subject as a function of the medical health information of the subject. The subject performs a plurality of isometric contraction exercises using exercise equipment always in the presence of a personal fitness trainer thereby producing an exercise result. The exercise equipment has a strain gauge in order to impose exercise constraints in the one or more exercise constraints. A mandatory recovery period for the subject is then imposed. During this mandatory recovery period, the subject does not perform isometric contraction exercises. These steps are repeated using a new set of one or more exercise constraints that were refined based upon the exercise result of a previous isometric contraction exercise work out session. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100137108 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADMINISTERING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM - Systems and methods for facilitating an isometric contraction exercise regimen for many subjects across a network are provided. One or more exercise constraints are developed for a subject as a function of the medical health information of the subject. The subject performs a plurality of isometric contraction exercises using exercise equipment always in the presence of a personal fitness trainer thereby producing an exercise result. The exercise equipment has a strain gauge in order to impose exercise constraints in the one or more exercise constraints. A mandatory recovery period for the subject is then imposed. During this mandatory recovery period, the subject does not perform isometric contraction exercises. These steps are repeated using a new set of one or more exercise constraints that were refined based upon the exercise result of a previous isometric contraction exercise work out session. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100137109 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADMINISTERING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM - Systems and methods for facilitating an isometric contraction exercise regimen for many subjects across a network are provided. One or more exercise constraints are developed for a subject as a function of the medical health information of the subject. The subject performs a plurality of isometric contraction exercises using exercise equipment always in the presence of a personal fitness trainer thereby producing an exercise result. The exercise equipment has a strain gauge in order to impose exercise constraints in the one or more exercise constraints. A mandatory recovery period for the subject is then imposed. During this mandatory recovery period, the subject does not perform isometric contraction exercises. These steps are repeated using a new set of one or more exercise constraints that were refined based upon the exercise result of a previous isometric contraction exercise work out session. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100160117 | Apparatus and Method for Customizing Interactive Fitness Activities - A computer readable storage medium includes executable instructions to generate a personalized goal and fitness plan. The executable instructions include instructions to receive from a user a fitness goal and user personality trait information. A personalized goal and fitness plan is generated for the user based on the fitness goal and the personality trait information. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20100167876 | RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION BASED EXERCISE BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - An RFID-based exercise behavior management system is disclosed. The system comprises an RFID tag, a front-end subsystem and a back-end subsystem. The RFID tag contains a unique identification for a participant and is carried by or implanted in the participant whose exercise behavior can be recorded automatically when he is engaging exercise in the field where the front-end subsystem is installed. The backend subsystem enables the recorded exercise behavior to be accessed ubiquitously and to be delivered to related personnel. Thus this invention helps any health promoting agent in realizing and developing trackable exercise programs. | 07-01-2010 |
| 20100173750 | INTERVAL FITNESS TRAINING - A computer-implemented method and/or computer program product for developing a physical fitness regimen, including establishing individualized physical fitness parameters based upon individualized information; obtaining physical fitness data from one or more computer database sources; developing a physical fitness regimen based upon the individualized information and the physical fitness data. | 07-08-2010 |
| 20100179027 | Web enabled interactive aerobic training system - An athletic training system is described herein. The training system is accessed by a computer system enabled for accessing the internet through a known web browser. The computer system accesses the athletic training system that accepts user input including at least past performance in a race or time trial, generates a pace chart based on that performance which pace chart defines the user's current fitness status and appropriate training intensity, and generates a training program that considers at least the fitness level of the user as indicated by the pace chart and the races the user plans to run. The training program is populated from a database containing many different classes of workouts, a different mix of the stored workouts providing optimum training for races of different distances. In an embodiment of the present invention, the system may provide access to a coach who can answer user questions or change the automatically generated workout schedule to accommodate particular concerns. | 07-15-2010 |
| 20100179028 | 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. | 07-15-2010 |
| 20100184565 | Device for Optimized Exercise Training of a Diabetic - A system is disclosed for optimizing exercise training of a diabetic exerciser. Computer software accepts physical status data and, in preferred embodiments, information regarding available exercise equipment, and formulates therefrom an optimized diet and exercise program, which is downloaded to an MP3 player or similar portable electronic device. The portable device directs the exerciser during workouts, while communicating with a blood glucose monitor and preferably with a heart rate monitor so as to monitor the exerciser's blood glucose level and heart rate during exercise, and warn the exerciser if the blood glucose level exceeds specified bounds. The portable device records a log of physiological data, exercise performed, and food consumed, for later upload to the computer and possible transmission to a healthcare provider. Preferred embodiments include only software. Other embodiments include a portable device, blood glucose monitor, heart rate monitor, or communications enabler. | 07-22-2010 |
| 20100204015 | Interactive system for exercise condition and method thereof - An interactive system for exercise condition and a method thereof are described. In the system and method, a trainer terminal gives an exercise direction to a trainee terminal through a server according to exercise data and physiological data that represent the trainee terminal generated by a measurement equipment, so as to solve the problem existing in the prior art that the trainee might be injured due to the continuous and inappropriate fitness exercise because a fitness trainer has no time to give the exercise direction, thereby achieving the technical efficacy of real-time and long-time continuously giving the appropriate exercise direction to the trainee. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100204016 | System and method for editing walking procedure - A system and a method for editing a walking procedure are provided. Various walking parameters of the user are operated by loading a walking mode, so as to obtain walking steps of the user corresponding to each time parameter of the walking mode. Further, the walking procedure is converted to a walking pattern procedure, and the walking pattern procedure is provided to the user for dynamically editing and modifying. Finally the walking procedure is stored. Thus, a problem that a personal walking procedure cannot be provided is solved, thereby providing the personal walking procedure and improving exercise efficiency. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100240495 | Modular Isometric and Speed Training Device - A modular exercise device that provides isometric and speed training in a plurality of embodiments by providing a single sensing core that can be encased in multiple housings. A force measurement smart core is an electronic piece although a pressure indicator or physical force gauge could be used also. A feedback interface providing visual/auditory tactile interaction could be visual using an LCD or LEDS, audible, or tactile (vibration feedback) Means to setup the device include buttons or dials to set the goal force or change the exercise program. A memory allows the device to be programmed to walk the user through a routine or to allow the user to see previous workouts. A connection means to connect to a computer, the network or other electronic device using standard known architecture would be utilized. This could be wireless, wired or through memory cards. | 09-23-2010 |
| 20100261580 | 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. | 10-14-2010 |
| 20100267521 | Digital fitness trainer - A system for and method of weight training performance recordation and analysis are provided. In accordance with the present invention, a user records workout data such as but not limited to type of workout, muscle group, wait time between sets, amount of weight and number of sets in an acquisition component and records the performance data to a database. The stored information can later be retrieved from the database by the user for visualization and analysis. This invention is a portable electronic device that helps gym goers track and organize their exercise progress, offers easy viewing on a computer, and give advice. | 10-21-2010 |
| 20100273610 | TRAINING PROGRAM AND MUSIC PLAYLIST GENERATION FOR ATHLETIC TRAINING - Systems and techniques for generating an athletic training program and selecting music for playing during the training program are described. Based on specified parameters, a training program module may generate a customized training program intended to help an athlete reach a goal. In conjunction therewith or independently thereof, a music selection module may generate a music playlist for playing during a training program. Music selection parameters may include training intensity, user speed, user location, user mood, a user's currently performance (e.g., as compared to an expected performance) and the like. The music selection module may select songs from a personal library or a public database of music. Music selection may be made to maximize user motivation/inspiration. | 10-28-2010 |
| 20100292050 | Portable Fitness Monitoring Systems, and Applications Thereof - Portable fitness monitoring systems, and applications thereof, are disclosed. In an embodiment, a portable fitness monitoring system includes: a portable fitness monitoring device; a sensor in wireless communication with the portable fitness monitoring device for sensing performance parameters during a physical activity conducted by the user and communicating performance parameter data to the dedicated portable fitness monitoring device; a music device directly coupled to the portable fitness monitoring device; and an audio output device directly coupled to the portable fitness monitoring device, wherein music is transmitted from the portable music device to the audio output device through the portable fitness monitoring device. | 11-18-2010 |
| 20100298098 | EXERCISE METHOD CONTAINING MICROCHIP USED FOR ENHANCEMENT OF MUSCLE STRENGTH IN THE BODY AND PROVIDING SELF-CONTROL - The invention relates to an exercise method used in facilities such as gyms, physical treatment centres, etc. that helps to enhance muscle strengths at a certain rate by means of constantly keeping exercises made by a person under control with the help of a microchip. | 11-25-2010 |
| 20100317489 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR OPTIMIZING THE TRAINING OF ATHLETES - A method for optimizing the training of athletes, including the steps of during a test, measuring with a portable device ( | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100323846 | EXERCISE SUPPORT APPARATUS, COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM RECORDING A COMPUTER PROGRAM, AND EXERCISE SUPPORT METHOD - An exercise support apparatus comprising acquiring unit for acquiring first information representative of at least one of an exercise experience and physical fitness of a user, storing unit for storing a plurality of kinds of exercises, exercise selecting unit configured to select at least one of the exercises stored in the storing unit, and at least one break; and exercise menu generating unit configured to generate an exercise menu including the selected exercises and the at least one break based on the acquired first information by the acquiring unit. | 12-23-2010 |
| 20100331147 | FITNESS APPLICATIONS OF A WIRELESS DEVICE - Methods and systems for use in connection with a fitness routine and/or an exercise apparatus. In one such method, fitness information is stored in a fitness analysis system and operative communication is established with an exercise apparatus and/or a wireless communication device. A fitness information request is received at the fitness analysis system, and the system sends a setting associated with the exercise apparatus to facilitate a workout using an exercise apparatus. The system receives exercise information corresponding to the workout, and updates fitness information during the workout. The updated fitness information is analyzed to generate associated with the exercise apparatus to facilitate a subsequent workout. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20110003665 | 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. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110015042 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADMINISTERING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM - Systems and methods for facilitating an isometric contraction exercise regimen for many subjects across a network are provided. One or more exercise constraints are developed for a subject as a function of the medical health information of the subject. The subject performs a plurality of isometric contraction exercises using exercise equipment always in the presence of a personal fitness trainer thereby producing an exercise result. The exercise equipment has a strain gauge in order to impose exercise constraints in the one or more exercise constraints. A mandatory recovery period for the subject is then imposed. During this mandatory recovery period, the subject does not perform isometric contraction exercises. These steps are repeated using a new set of one or more exercise constraints that were refined based upon the exercise result of a previous isometric contraction exercise work out session. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20110021320 | GAIT ENHANCED LEARNING DEVICE AND METHOD - The present invention relates to a device for rhythm pacing using a real time recording of stepping (or speech motor production) with a radiowave (speed of light) connection to a head-mounted device. The rhythm is initiated with the patient's initial performance and increased by increments to entrain motor skill. By automating the pulsing in a fashion that reflects real time stepping, trial and error can be avoided, yielding efficient learning and gait improvement. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110077130 | EXERCISE ASSISTANCE DEVICE, EXERCISE ASSISTANCE METHOD, AND COMPUTER READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM - An exercise assistance device includes: a first acquisition unit which acquires plural pieces of exercise scene information representing a scene when an exercise motion is performed and plural pieces of motion information representing the exercise motions, the plural pieces of exercise scene information being associated with the plural pieces of motion information; a second acquisition unit which acquires plural pieces of exercise order information which describes an order to perform the exercise motions corresponding to the exercise scene information; a first selection unit which selects one of the pieces of exercise order information acquired by the second acquisition unit; a decision unit which decides, from plural pieces of motion information, the motion information corresponding to the exercise scene information included in the exercise order information selected by the first selection unit; and a generation unit which generates a display signal to display the motion information decided by the decision unit on a display unit. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110082010 | EXERCISE GUIDANCE SYSTEM - An exercise guidance system and method dynamically adjusts an exercise route for meeting a fitness objective based upon a comparison of the route and actual received exercise metrics on an exercise device. | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110190097 | SENSING APPLICATIONS FOR EXERCISE MACHINES - Sensing applications for exercise machines are described. An example sensing application for profiling a workout session of an exercise machine comprises a user interface to input physical characteristics or workout parameters. A sensor is operatively coupled to the exercise machine to generate an output signal in proportion to a magnitude of a force imparted on the exercise machine in response to an impact to the exercise machine. A control system processes the output signal to determine a magnitude of a peak or trough value of the output signal, where the control system is to process the peak or trough value of the output signal to profile the exercise session. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110201477 | 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. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110212810 | BALANCE TRAINING SYSTEM - Provided is a balance training system for improving postural control of a user by providing visual feedback regarding the user's center of mass (CoM) to the user on a display. The balance training system includes a balance improvement module connected to the display, and a first sensor which captures information about a position of the user with respect to a platform of the balance training system on which platform the user is moving and which provides the captured information to the balance improvement module. The balance improvement module is configured to extract CoM information of the user from the captured information, to compare the extracted CoM information with a target area for the user's CoM on the platform, and to provide results of the comparison to the display for displaying the results to the user. | 09-01-2011 |
| 20110263385 | EXERCISE SYSTEM COMPUTER - 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. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110300993 | METHOD FOR IMPROVING STRENGTH, FLEXIBILITY, AND COORDINATION - A method of increasing strength, flexibility, and coordination that may establish a person's baseline strength, flexibility, and coordination, while identifying any deficiencies to establish an exercise regimen to address those deficiencies. The method may also include a systematic and consistent warm-up step that will ensure the proper building of strength, flexibility, and coordination while minimizing any potential injury. Lastly, the method may be capable of accurately measuring the progress of the person's training regimen. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20110319229 | Instructional Displays and Methods for Exercise Machine - An exercise machine can include a motivating and instructional user interface or display. The interface can include a virtual coach or other encouraging stimulus to provide key motivation for users of indoor exercise machines. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20120015779 | Fitness Monitoring Methods, Systems, and Program Products, and Applications Thereof - Fitness monitoring methods, systems, and program products are disclosed. In an embodiment, a computer-implemented method for providing a new workout for an athlete utilizing a fitness monitoring service includes the steps of granting an athlete access to an account of the fitness monitoring service, maintaining a schedule of workouts for the athlete to complete in association with the account, receiving the new workout from a coach, adding the new workout to the schedule of workouts, and exchanging information related to the new workout with a portable fitness monitoring device. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120021873 | Arrangement for Gait Training - Arrangement for training the gait, comprising an endless belt guided over at least two rollers and serving as a treadmill, the one surface of which serves as a walking surface, a sensor system for determining a pressure/force distribution on a force measurement plate located underneath the walking surface, which is provided with a plurality of pressure/force sensors on the side facing the endless belt, an analyzing unit connected, on the input side, to the pressure/force sensors, which detects pressure distributions generated by a walking or running subject on the walking surface, a processing unit connected, on the input side, to the analyzing unit, which generates from the pressure distributions values or signals, respectively, that characterize the gait of the subject, optical display means for displaying images in the area of the walking surface, which are connected to image signal generating means and a display process controller for the generation and the position control in terms of time and space of images or image elements, and a synchronization and adaptation stage for synchronizing and adapting the processing of the pressure distribution images with/to the image representation in the area of the walking surface. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120028762 | Methods and Computer Program Products For Providing Audio Performance Feedback to a User During an Athletic Activity - Methods and computer program products for providing audio performance feedback to a user during an athletic activity are disclosed. In an embodiment, a method for providing audio performance feedback to a user during an athletic activity using a portable fitness monitoring device includes the steps of the portable fitness monitoring device receiving one or more audio feedback files, the portable fitness monitoring device generating audio performance feedback during the athletic activity by reference to an index, wherein the index is associated with the one or more audio feedback files, and the portable fitness monitoring device providing the audio performance feedback to the user during the athletic activity audibly through an audio output device. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120035021 | METHOD FOR GUIDING A PERSON IN PHYSICAL EXERCISE - A method is disclosed 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. 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. The present physiological state and an estimate of the physiological state at the end of the exercise are calculated with the aid of momentary intensity and the exercise performed. 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 feedback to remain within the guidance intensity range. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120040799 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADMINISTERING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM - An exercise machine includes loading contact surfaces. An actuator is configured to adjust a position of the loading contact surface. A user controls the actuator through a user interface to adjust the loading contact surface's position in a first exercise session. A processor is configured to automatically monitor the loading contact surface's position as adjusted by the user in the first exercise session, and to automatically control the actuator to move the loading contact surface in a subsequent session to the same or a different position as in the previous session. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120129655 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SUPERVISED HOME CARE REHABILITATION OF STROKE SURVIVORS - A transportable apparatus for performing cardiovascular training, including: an exercise device that is adapted to enable a user to perform a specific motion pattern; an ergometer that provides an indication of the amount of work performed by the user of the exercise device; an alarm system that provides an indication to the user responsive to the readings of the ergometer; wherein the alarm system is preprogrammed to provide indications responsive to one or more readings of the ergometer based on the results of a cardiorespiratory exercise test performed on the user with the exercise device. | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120157265 | Smartphone Capable of Replacing Meter of Electronic Exercise Machine - A smartphone capable of replacing a meter of an electronic exercise machine includes a main body, a communication interface, a central processing unit (CPU), and a storage unit. A second man-machine interface and the communication interface are disposed on the main body, in which the communication interface is corresponding to an output terminal of a first man-machine interface of an electronic exercise machine. The CPU is disposed in the main body and is electrically connected to the communication interface. Being driven by an interface application software of the electronic exercise machine, the CPU may correspondingly control the electronic exercise machine, and an operation panel is formed on the second man-machine interface. The storage unit is disposed in the main body and is electrically connected to the CPU. The interface application software corresponding to at least one model of the electronic exercise machine is stored in the storage unit. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120165159 | SENSING APPLICATIONS FOR EXERCISE MACHINES - Methods for profiling exercise sessions are described. An example method for profiling an exercise session includes receiving physical characteristics or workout parameters via an input interface, generating output signals proportional to a magnitude of vertical forces imparted to the exercise machine by a user during the exercise session, and processing the output signals via a control system to determine the magnitude of peak or trough values of the output signals to profile the exercise session. | 06-28-2012 |
| 20120208676 | TRAINING SCRIPTS - A training script device is described that conveniently allows a user to create a training script defining one or more steps of a workout routine, where each step may include an activity, a duration for performing that activity, and an intensity at which the activity is to be performed. Further, one or more steps of the training script can be self-starting in response to performance data detected by sensors of training script device executing the training script. This conveniently frees the athlete from having to continuously monitor the status of his or her workout activities. Still further, the training script device conveniently allows a user to transfer training scripts to other training script devices, so that athletes can share successful training scripts. | 08-16-2012 |
| 20120244995 | Methods and Program Products for Building a Workout - Methods and program products for building a workout are disclosed. In an embodiment, a method for generating a workout includes the steps of receiving user input indicating features of a desired workout, generating a workout, wherein the workout comprises a plurality of intervals, and wherein a first interval comprises an interval intensity and an interval duration, and initiating a graphical display that conveys the number of intervals making up the workout and the interval intensity and the interval duration of the first interval. | 09-27-2012 |
| 20120295764 | 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. | 11-22-2012 |
| 20130005536 | TRAINING METHOD AND DEVICE - A training method and device. Signals are received from a training transducer. Training schedule data of exercises for a user is received from a remote correspondent. The training schedule data is stored in a first memory. A human perceptible signal, which is outputted in accordance with a feedback template, includes data content relating to performance of exercise by the user, said feedback template specifying a manner in which the data content is to be conveyed to the user. Output status data from which the human perceptible signal is generated is stored in a second memory. A determination of whether the received signals satisfy criteria of conforming to the training schedule data is continuously carried out in real time as the user is performing the exercises. The training schedule data is updated as a function of a result of the determination. The training device includes the first and second memory. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130035209 | DYNAMICALLY ADAPTIVE SCHEDULING SYSTEM - 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. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130040783 | EXOSKELETON SUIT FOR ADAPTIVE RESISTANCE TO MOVEMENT - Systems and methods are disclosed herein for providing resistance to movement of a wearer. The system includes a plurality of wearable actuators, a plurality of wearable sensors, and a processor. Each of the wearable sensors measures an indication of an orientation of a corresponding one of the wearable actuators with respect to a vertical direction. Each of the sensors also measures an indication of a motion experienced by the corresponding one of the wearable actuators. The processor receives data from each sensor indicating the orientation and the motion of the sensor. The processor determines an amount of resistance to apply using each of the actuators based on the vertical direction and sends instructions to the actuators. The instructions cause the actuators to apply a resistance to the wearer. | 02-14-2013 |
| 20130090214 | ATHLETIC INSTRUCTION APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD - An athletic instruction apparatus including a head positioner adapted to be disposed under a user's chin, a strap adapted to secure the head positioner to the user, and a fastener to removably fasten the strap to the head positioner, and a system and method of use thereof. | 04-11-2013 |
| 20130116092 | EXERCISE-INTEGRATED WORKSTATION - A method, a computer program product, and a computer system initiate an exercise sequence on an exercise-integrated workstation. A set of active monitored activities is identified. A set of preferences and goals for the exercise sequence is identified. A set of accumulated details regarding any user modifications to previous exercise sequences is identified. A set of scheduled events is identified. Responsive to identifying the set of active monitored activities, the set of preferences and goals, the set of accumulated details, and the set of scheduled events, the method determines whether to initiate an exercise sequence. Responsive to determining to initiate the exercise sequence, the method initiates the exercise sequence. | 05-09-2013 |
| 20130165297 | SENSING APPLICATIONS FOR EXERCISE MACHINES - Methods for profiling exercise sessions are described. An example method of determining cadence of a user disclosed herein includes receiving output signals from a sensor generated in response to consecutive footfalls of the user impacting a deck of a treadmill during an exercise session and processing the output signals from the sensor to determine respective magnitude values of a peak or a trough value of each of the output signals. The method includes detecting whether a first output signal has a first peak or trough value and detecting whether a second output signal has a second peak or trough value, determining a time interval between the first peak or trough value detected and the second peak or trough value detected, and calculating a cadence value of the user based on the time intervals. | 06-27-2013 |
| 20130178337 | System And Method For Controlling An Exercise Device - In general, the present invention relates to exercise devices and systems that can receive and run workout programs that include control command subsets that control the moveable members of a plurality of different exercise devices. Exercise devices of the present invention are able to ignore the control command subset(s) that do not control their moveable member(s) and recognize the control command subset(s) that control their moveable member(s). Exercise devices of the present invention are further able to, if necessary, perform a sizing restriction to the relevant control command subset(s). Motivational content may also be modified in connection with or independently from a sizing restriction made to the control commands. The present invention also relates to a method for controlling one or more exercise device with a workout file that includes control command subsets that control the moveable members of a plurality of different exercise devices. | 07-11-2013 |
| 20130196821 | Systems and Methods to Generate a Customized Workout Routine - A computer-implemented method to generate a customized workout routine based on a physical fitness goal of a user is described. Data relating to an exercise apparatus is retrieved. Profile information for a user of the exercise apparatus is analyzed. A customized workout routine is generated for the user to implement with the exercise apparatus. The routine is based on the analyzed profile information of the user and the retrieved data relating to the exercise apparatus. | 08-01-2013 |
| 20130196822 | Systems and Methods to Monitor an Exercise Routine - A computer-implemented method to monitor an exercise routine is described. An activity of a user relating to the use of an exercise apparatus is captured. Data relating to the captured activity is received. The received data is output to the user of the exercise apparatus. | 08-01-2013 |
| 20130274069 | System And Method For Simulating Real World Exercise Sessions - In an exercise system having a remote communication system adapted to communicate with an exercise device, a method for generating an exercise program includes receiving route information identifying a route traveled by an individual during a real world exercise session, receiving audio information identifying a musical selection listened to by the individual during the real world exercise session, using the route information and the audio information to generate an exercise program. The exercise program includes control signals that cause an exercise device to substantially simulate the topographical characteristics of the route traveled by the individual during the real world exercise session, and audio signals representative of the musical selection listened to by the individual during the real world exercise session so that the musical selection is presented during a performance of the exercise program. | 10-17-2013 |
| 20130303335 | DEVICE FOR ANALYZING AND MONITORING EXERCISE DONE BY A USER - A device for analyzing and monitoring exercise done by a user comprises at least a portable support ( | 11-14-2013 |
| 20140038781 | EXERCISE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method for providing cycling classes to remote users comprising providing information about available cycling classes that can be accessed via a digital communication network by a user at a remote location for display at the remote location, receiving from the user a selection of one of the available cycling classes for display at the remote location, and sending digital video and audio content comprising the selected cycling class from a server to a computer associated with a stationary bike at the remote location for display to the user on a display screen associated with the stationary bike. In various exemplary embodiments, the digital and audio content sent to the computer associated with the stationary bike is streamed for display to the user in substantially in real-time. In various exemplary embodiments, the digital and audio content sent to the computer associated with the stationary bike is archived content provided from a database. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140038782 | 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. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140073486 | SYSTEMS, DEVICES AND METHODS FOR CONTINUOUS HEART RATE MONITORING AND INTERPRETATION - Embodiments provide physiological measurement systems, devices and methods for continuous health and fitness monitoring. A lightweight wearable system is provided to collect various physiological data continuously from a wearer without the need for a chest strap. The system also enables monitoring of one or more physiological parameters in addition to heart rate including, but not limited to, body temperature, heart rate variability, motion, sleep, stress, fitness level, recovery level, effect of a workout routine on health, caloric expenditure. Embodiments also include computer-executable instructions that, when executed, enable automatic interpretation of one or more physiological parameters to assess the cardiovascular intensity experienced by a user (embodied in an intensity score or indicator) and the user's recovery after physical exertion (embodied in a recovery score). These indicators or scores may be displayed to assist a user in managing the user's health and exercise regimen. | 03-13-2014 |
| 20140155225 | Exercising Kegel Muscles Using Preprogrammed Exercise Programs - A Kegel muscle exercising apparatus includes various exercise programs that adaptively change depending on a user's exercise performance. This apparatus includes an insertable device for inserting into the body of a user, computer program code that contains exercise programs that specify operation of a stimulation mechanism by a controller, a stimulation mechanism that directs a user to contract her Kegel muscles according to an exercise program, a sensor that measures Kegel muscle contraction activity, and a controller that receives feedback from the sensor. This feedback comprises the results of an exercise program, and depending on the results, the apparatus can determine a different exercise program appropriate for the user. Following the different exercise programs allows a user to improve her Kegel muscle strength. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140256512 | EXERCISE PROMOTION, MEASUREMENT, AND MONITORING SYSTEM - An exercise system comprising: an exercise cycle comprising a crank, wherein the crank is configured to be rotated by a user; and a sensing unit coupled to the exercise cycle, wherein the sensing unit is configured to sense information related to at least one crank measurement and to transmit the information related to the at least one crank measurement to a remote device via wireless communication. In some embodiments, the remote device is a mobile device. In some embodiments, the at least one crank measurement comprises a rotational speed of the crank or a force applied to the crank. The remote device can display information related to use of the exercise cycle based on the information received from the exercise cycle. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140309082 | MOBILE, PORTABLE, AND INTERACTIVE EXERCISE APPARATUS - A mobile/portable multifunction and interactive exercise apparatus which may be usable as a mobile/portable striking apparatus and/or a mobile/portable speed bad apparatus, or both. The disclosed embodiments comprise conversion features and components, and utilize an attachment-free leverage application to create a temporary anchoring for the apparatus. Some disclosed embodiments further comprise an electronic interactive user features and components, and utilize impact sensors, a control unit, and a microprocessor for controlling the play of one or more interactive programs/games in which a participant may play against the control unit or against another participant. | 10-16-2014 |
| 20140309083 | 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. | 10-16-2014 |
| 20140309084 | 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. | 10-16-2014 |
| 20140309085 | 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. | 10-16-2014 |
| 20140315690 | Instructional Displays and Methods for an Exercise Machine - A device for motivating a user of an exercise machine while working out indoors. The device includes an exercise machine, a display connected to the exercise machine, a processor, and a sensor. The processor dynamically creates a workout in response to initialization information. The workout includes a plurality of segments, wherein a segment of the plurality of segments satisfies one or more requirements of the workout. The processor selects one or more video clips that correspond to the segment of the plurality of segments. The sensor communicates information relating to the user to the processor | 10-23-2014 |
| 20150011362 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR VIRTUAL HIKING - A virtual biking system and a virtual hiking method by which a user can bike indoors while simulating actually being outdoors are provided. The virtual hiking system includes a Personal Computer (PC) configured to display a simulation screen, a motion platform configured to move corresponding to a state of a road of the simulation screen displayed on the PC, and a bicycle fixed onto the motion platform such that the simulation screen is changed corresponding to a movement and a speed of a handle. | 01-08-2015 |
| 20150080184 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OPTIMIZING MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT - Systems and methods for optimizing muscle development are disclosed. A method includes identifying one or more parameters of a user and force data associated with the user. The force data corresponds to an exercise to be performed by the user. The method further includes generating an exercise program to be executed using an exercise device, and determining a resistance to be applied by the exercise device during execution of the exercise program. The resistance is determined based at least partially on the force data and the one or more parameters of the user. | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150094192 | EXERCISE PROTOCOL CREATION AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A computer-implemented method for an exercise protocol creation and management system, comprising instructions executable on a processor for a patient data module, an automatic exercise protocol determination module, a protocol adjustment module and a graphical user interface. A storage is provided for storing the executable instructions, the patient data, the automatic exercise protocol, and a library of exercise protocols and videos related to each of the exercise protocols, that can be securely access by a patient. | 04-02-2015 |
| 20150119198 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A TRAINING LOAD SCHEDULE FOR PEAK PERFORMANCE POSITIONING - A system for providing a training load schedule for peak performance positioning includes an apparatus for providing a training load schedule for peak performance positioning. The apparatus includes an initial load schedule module that provides an initial load schedule. The apparatus also includes a fatigue level module that detects a fatigue level. In addition, the apparatus includes a dynamic load schedule module that creates and updates a dynamic load schedule by modifying the initial load schedule based on the fatigue level. | 04-30-2015 |
| 20150126333 | VIRTUAL COMPETITION ENVIRONMENT - One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for facilitating a virtual competition environment. One or more users may register for access to the virtual competition environment in order to compete in various types of activities, such as workout activities, dance activities, real-world activities, and/or virtual activities. A user may be provided with activity assignments, user created activities, and/or challenge activities between groups of users through the virtual competition environment (e.g., the virtual competition environment may be accessible through a website, a mobile app, etc.). The user may upload activity results for activity assignments, which may be evaluated and/or ranked against how other users performed such activity assignments. The user may register as a judge in order to evaluate and/or rank activity results (e.g., evaluate videos of users performing an activity). Users and/or judges may be rewarded for participating in activities and/or judging activities. | 05-07-2015 |
| 20150141203 | System and Method for Optimizing Sports Performance and an Improved Means for Coaching Children in Recreational Sports - Method and a system for providing a skill training and reward program is provided. The method comprises steps for registering a player for particular sport or skill, associating a coach or other sponsor with that user, permitting the creation of one or more challenges that are intended to improve the skill, importing information regarding the user's completion of the challenge, enabling a coach or other user to confirm completion of the challenge and initiate a badge or reward for appropriate completion. The system includes a database for storing information, a challenge software module for enabling the assignment or configuration of a challenge, a data import module for receiving and storing data associated with at least one selected challenge and a software awards module for triggering an award (if any) associated with completing the challenge. The software award module is configured to issue both virtual awards (such as badges) or to transmit an application programming interface call to an online store or vendor for issuing a physical award. | 05-21-2015 |
| 20150335951 | 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 |
| 20150364059 | INTERACTIVE EXERCISE MAT - A smart mat system is provided for performing exercises herein. The smart mat system may include an exercise mat. The exercise mat may include sensors configured for sensing objects. The sensors may transmit sensor information to a mobile component. The mobile component may determine a user's balance, weight distribution, and correctness of a pose. The mobile component may store historic data associated with the user's exercises. | 12-17-2015 |
| 20150367176 | CYCLIST MONITORING AND RECOMMENDER SYSTEM - The present application is directed towards methods and systems for an add-on smart pedal and computer based application to provide cyclist monitoring and recommendations. The methods include displaying, by a virtual coach, characteristics of a bike in a first virtual cycling session, the characteristics measured by a pedal sensor during a cycling session. The virtual coach may assess a performance of a rider during the cycling session and generate recommendations the first virtual cycling session based on the performance of the rider. Further, the virtual coach may create a second virtual cycling session based on the rider performance and the recommendations. | 12-24-2015 |
| 20160023046 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ANALYSING A VIRTUAL REHABILITATION ACTIVITY/EXERCISE - A method for analysing one of a rehabilitation activity and a performance of a user during a rehabilitation exercise, comprising: receiving one of a rehabilitation activity and executed movements performed by the user during the rehabilitation exercise, the rehabilitation activity defining an interactive environment to be used for generating a simulation that corresponds to the rehabilitation exercise; determining movement rules corresponding to the one of the rehabilitation activity and the rehabilitation exercise; determining a sequence of movement events corresponding to the one of the rehabilitation activity and the rehabilitation exercise, each one of the movement events corresponding to a given state of the property of the virtual user-controlled object in the interactive environment, the given state corresponding to one of a beginning and an end of a movement; and determining a movement sequence of elementary movements using the movement rules and the movement events. | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160059073 | HEALTH PROMOTION SYSTEM USING WIRELESS AND ROPELESS JUMP ROPE APPARATUS - There is provided a health promotion system using a wireless and ropeless jump rope. When a plurality of users use a plurality of wireless and ropeless jump rope apparatuses, each wireless and ropeless jump rope apparatus transmits each user's weight, the number of jumps made by the user and the time of using the wireless and ropeless jump rope to an external health promotion server. The health promotion server analyzes the user's weight, the number of jumps made by the user and the time of using the wireless and ropeless jump rope as transmitted and provides an instructor with the information of the number of jumps made by the user and the analyzed health-relevant data. The instructor who receives the information of the number of jumps made by the user and the analyzed health-relevant data is able to improve the health of the user. | 03-03-2016 |
| 20160121165 | EXERCISE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method for displaying live and archived cycling classes comprising displaying information about cycling classes that can be accessed by a first user using a first stationary bike via a digital communication network on a display screen at a first location, whereby the first user can select either a live cycling class or select among a plurality of archived cycling classes, outputting digital video and audio content comprising the selected cycling class, detecting performance parameters from the first stationary bike at a particular point in the selected class, displaying at least one of the performance parameters on the display screen, and displaying performance parameters from a second stationary bike at a second location on the display screen such that at least one of the performance parameters from the first stationary bike and at least one of the performance parameters from the second stationary bike at the same point in the class are presented for comparison. | 05-05-2016 |
| 20160144238 | Arrangement for Training the Gait - A system for training the gait has an endless belt formed of transparent material serving as a treadmill, one surface of which serves as a walking surface, a sensor system for determining a pressure/force distribution on the endless belt, an analyzing unit connected to the pressure/force sensors, a processing unit connected, on the input side, to the analyzing unit, which generates from the pressure distributions values or signals, respectively, that characterize the gait of the subject, an optical display located beneath the walking surface of the transparent endless belt, the display connected to an image signal generator mans and a display process controller for generation and position of images in the optical display, and a synchronization and adaptation stage for synchronizing and adapting the processing of the pressure distribution images with the image representation on the display. | 05-26-2016 |
| 20160158600 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COLLECTING, ANALYZING AND REPORTING FITNESS ACTIVITY DATA - In one aspect of the invention, a system for monitoring a fitness activity of user performing a fitness activity with an exercise device is described herein. The system includes a sensor for sensing and transmitting data indicative of an exercise that is being performed with an exercise device, a user identification device, a database, and a processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal indicative of a patron ID and responsively retrieve a patron record being associated with the received patron ID from the database. The processor also determines a planned exercise sequence associated with the patron exercise session as a function of the retrieved patron record, determines a current exercise sequence being performed by the patron, and determines a condition of the patron exercise session as a function of the planned exercise sequence and the current exercise sequence. | 06-09-2016 |
| 20160166876 | EXERCISE MAT, ENTERTAINMENT DEVICE AND METHOD OF INTERACTION BETWEEN THEM | 06-16-2016 |
| 20180021627 | Interactive and Dynamic Fitness System | 01-25-2018 |
