AU2020100649A4

AU2020100649A4 - Fitness system

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Publication number: AU2020100649A4
Application number: AU2020100649A
Authority: AU
Inventors: Andrew Brian Holder
Original assignee: Hiitfit Holdings Pty Ltd
Current assignee: Hiitfit Holdings Pty Ltd
Priority date: 2019-09-17
Filing date: 2020-04-28
Publication date: 2020-06-04
Anticipated expiration: 2028-04-28

Abstract

Disclosed is a fitness system and a method of delivering a fitness regime. The fitness system allows one or more users to perform the fitness regime. The fitness comprises one or more fitness sequences which include a plurality of independent 5 exercises. The system comprises a display screen, and a space configured to allow multiple users to see the display screen. The plurality of independent exercises are each shown simultaneously on the display screen. The plurality of exercises each have an exercise time period and are repeated for a standard time period. The standard time period comprises multiple exercise time periods. 10 [Fig. 1] 12230402_1 (GHMatters) P111731.AU.1 71': -- r En

Description

FITNESS SYSTEM

Technical Field

This disclosure relates a fitness system and a method of delivering a fitness regime.

Background Art

Regular exercise can improve a person’s physical and mental health. For this reason, many people join a gym to engage in regular exercise. There are also many benefits for a person from engaging a personal trainer, such as motivation, accountability and a personalised varied workout program. Some people join a gym but do not want to engage a personal trainer. Engaging a personal trainer can require a large time commitment and be expensive. However, many people join a gym and do not know how to structure their own workout. In this way, many gyms offer structured classes at set times to cater to these people. However, people have busy schedules with time constraints and often, the class times and duration are unsuitable to meet a person’s needs.

It is to be understood that, if any prior art is referred to herein, such reference does not constitute an admission that the prior art forms a part of the common general knowledge in the art, in Australia or any other country.

Summary

Disclosed is a fitness system for allowing one or more users to perform a fitness regime comprising one or more fitness sequences, the one or more fitness sequences comprising a plurality of independent exercises, the system comprising: one or more display screens; a space configured to allow multiple users to perform the independent exercises and see the one or more display screens; the plurality of independent exercises shown simultaneously on the one or more display screens, the plurality of exercises having an exercise time period and

12230402_1 (GHMatters) P111731.AU.1 being repeated for a standard time period, the standard time period comprising multiple exercise time periods.

The fitness system is convenient, flexible, and effective in assisting users to achieve their fitness goals. As a result, the users are motivated and maintain their motivation. In addition, the space allowing multiple users to perform the independent exercises in the same space is space-saving and time-saving by minimising the time and tasks to be performed between exercises. For example, the user is not required to move between exercise stations or find exercise equipment. The user may perform the exercises anywhere within the space provided the display is visible. There is no predetermined position or configuration for the users to perform the exercises.

In some embodiments, the fitness system further comprises a timer. The timer may include a visual and/or an audio prompt to indicate the at least one exercise time period. In some forms, the timer may be audio which announces the at least one exercise time period. The at least one exercise time period may be counted down or up (visually/audially or both). The exercise time period is the time period for the user to perform any one of the exercises.

In some forms, the timer is a timer display, the timer display showing at least the exercise time period. The timer may include the visual timer display and the audio component. In some forms, the exercise time period is 40 seconds. Any type of suitable timer display may be used, such as an analogue or digital display. In some forms, the timer display for the at least one exercise time period is green to signal to the user to exercise. Any suitable colour or combination of colours may be used.

In some embodiments, the fitness system further comprises a rest time period. The rest time period is designated for the user to rest between performing exercises. In some forms, the rest time period is 20 seconds. In some embodiments, the timer display shows the rest time period. The timer may also include the rest time period. The timer may include a visual and/or an audio prompt to indicate the rest

12230402_1 (GHMatters) P111731.AU.1 time period. In some forms, the time may be audio which announces the rest period. The rest time period may be counted up or down (visually/audially or both). The rest period may occur in between the at least one exercise time period.

In some forms, the timer communicates the at least one exercise time period and the rest period sequentially. In some forms, the timer display displays the rest period. The timer display displays both the at least one exercise period and the rest period at the same time but only one is operational.

In some forms, the standard time period is 24 hours (or one day). The standard time period may be any suitable time period. Each fitness regime comprises more than seven fitness sequences (or workout) presented sequentially on the one or more display screens for the standard time period, such that the fitness sequence presented on a given day of the week is different each week.

In some embodiments, the fitness regime comprises ten fitness sequences repeated sequentially over ten weeks. Each fitness sequence may comprise one or more sets configured as a workout. One fitness sequence operates for the standard time period and is designed such that if a user comes on a specific day each week, the user will always have a new fitness sequence or workout.

In some forms, the duration of the at least one exercise period and the rest period may be different to another exercise or rest period or depending on the fitness sequence. Both may be adjustable and bespoke dependent on the independent exercise or another characteristic of the fitness system or fitness regime.

In some embodiments, the one or more display screens display each of the plurality of exercises in sub-display in a predetermined configuration. In some forms, the predetermined configuration is two rows where each sub-display is equally spaced and dimensioned. In some forms, each sub-display may be of varied dimension to another sub-display.

In some embodiments, the one or more display screens may also include a trade mark, such as a logo or word mark or combination thereof representative of the

12230402_1 (GHMatters) P111731.AU.1 brand of the system and method disclosed herein. Advertising and marketing may also be included on the screens either in an area or a vertical or horizontal strip of the one or more display screens.

Also disclosed is a method of delivering a fitness regime, the method comprising:

providing one or more display screens;

providing a space configured to allow multiple users to see the one or more display screens;

providing a plurality of fitness sequences to a fitness system, each fitness sequence comprising a plurality of independent exercises;

displaying a first sequence on the one or more display screens such that each of the plurality of independent exercises are displayed simultaneously for a standard time period; and displaying a subsequent sequence on the one or more display screens such that each of a subsequent plurality of independent exercises are displayed simultaneously for a standard time period.

The method of delivering the fitness regime is advantageous in that it is cost effective. The fitness regime which may be presented on the fitness system discussed above is streamlined and simple. The space may be a large open-plan space sufficient for all users to view the display while performing multiple exercises. Equipment may be minimised and is not required. All of the features and advantages discussed above in relation to the fitness system are also applicable to the method of delivering the fitness regime.

In some embodiments, the method further comprises displaying each of the plurality of independent exercises for an exercise time period and repeating each of the plurality of independent exercises for a standard time period, the standard time period comprising multiple exercise time periods. In some embodiments, the

12230402_1 (GHMatters) P111731.AU.1 exercise time period is 40 seconds. In some embodiments, the standard time period is 24 hours.

In some embodiments, the method further comprises displaying a timer, the timer showing at least the exercise time period. As discussed above, the timer may include audio cues or visual cues or a combination of both.

In some embodiments, the method further comprises displaying a rest period between exercise time periods. In some embodiments, the rest period is 20 seconds. In some embodiments, the method further comprises displaying the rest period on the timer.

In some embodiments, the standard time period is one day.

In some embodiments, the method further comprises presenting the fitness sequences sequentially on the one or more display screens for the standard time period, such that the fitness sequence presented on a given day of the week is different each week. The fitness sequence may also be known as a workout. In some embodiments, the plurality of fitness sequences comprises more than seven fitness sequences. In some embodiments, the fitness regime comprises ten fitness sequences repeated sequentially over ten weeks. Advantageously, if a user comes on a specific day each week they will always have a different workout to perform. This will keep them motivated and prevent their fitness from plateauing.

Brief Description of the Drawings

Embodiments will now be described by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings in which

Fig. 1 is a side view of an embodiment of a fitness system;

Fig. 2 is a side view of an embodiment of a display the fitness system of Fig. 1;

Fig. 3 is a close-up side view of the display of Fig. 1; and

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Fig. 4 is an embodiment of a schedule of a fitness regime.

Detailed Description

In the following detailed description, reference is made to accompanying drawings which form a part of the detailed description. The illustrative embodiments described in the detailed description, depicted in the drawings and defined in the claims, are not intended to be limiting. Other embodiments may be utilised and other changes may be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the subject matter presented. It will be readily understood that the aspects of the present disclosure, as generally described herein and illustrated in the drawings can be arranged, substituted, combined, separated and designed in a wide variety of different configurations, all of which are contemplated in this disclosure.

Referring to the Figs. 1 to 3, disclosed is a fitness system 10 and a method of delivering a fitness regime. The fitness system 10 generally includes a display screen 12 and a space 14.

The display screen 12 displays a plurality of independent exercises 16 simultaneously. The display screen 12 may be made up of one large display or more than one display arranged so as to be visible for multiple users. In the illustrated embodiment, the display screen 12 is in the form of two screens 12a, 12b positioned in side-by-side relation. The screens 12a, 12b are mounted on a wall 18. In alternative embodiments, the screens may be positioned in any configuration, may be mounted on different walls, at an angle to one another, ceiling, floor, or free-standing mount depending on the layout of the space and/or the independent exercise.

The space 14 is configured to allow multiple users 20 to see the display screens 12a, 12b. The space 14 is configured generally as a large open area to be multifunctional and allow for the plurality of independent exercises 16 to be performed by multiple users 20 simultaneously towards the centre of the space. There is no

12230402_1 (GHMatters) P111731.AU.1 set up required for the user aside from finding their personal workout space. Advantageously, the user 20 is able to choose their personal workout space within the space 14, get any equipment (if necessary) and remain in their personal workout space for the duration of the fitness sequence or workout. The space 14 is large enough to allow many users to occupy the space 14.

The space also includes a peripheral area which may be used for various types of equipment 22. The equipment may be stored in the peripheral area and usable in the large open area or may be usable in the peripheral area. The peripheral area is close to the open area to allow easy access to any equipment.

Each of the plurality of exercises 16 are shown on the display screen 12 simultaneously. The plurality of exercises 16 may be arranged in any suitable configuration on the display screen 12 provided they are visible. Some exercises may be shown in a larger sub-display than others, or they may all be shown in similar size sub-displays. A user 20 may position themselves in the space 14 and perform all the exercises 16 in an order of their choice as many times as they choose to complete a desired workout. The display 12 may indicate a predetermined order for the exercises to be performed. The exercises 16 are designed by a fitness expert such as a personal trainer. The order may also be determined by the fitness expert. The exercises 16 may be designed to be a full body workout or focus on a part of the body.

Each exercise 16 is displayed on the display screen 12 for an exercise time period. In the illustrated embodiment, the exercise time period is 40 seconds, but it may be any suitable time period and may be different for each exercise. The exercise 16 is repeated for the exercise time period for multiple exercise time periods for a standard time period. In the illustrated embodiment the standard time period is 24 hours.

A rest time period may also be included in between the exercise time periods. In the illustrated embodiment, the rest time period is 20 seconds, but it may be any suitable time period and may be different depending on which exercise it follows.

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The fitness system 10 also includes a timer 24. The timer 24 may be in the form of a timer display 24 showing the exercise time period, and the rest period. In the illustrated embodiment, the exercise time period and the rest period are mutually exclusive and shown in the same area on the display screen. Once the exercise time period expires, the rest period commences. Both time periods are displayed through a number counting down and an arcuate line completing a circle for the duration of the time period.

The display screens 12a, 12b may also include a trade mark, such as a logo or word mark or combination thereof 26 representative of the brand of the system and method. Advertising and marketing may also be included on the screens either in an area or a vertical or horizontal strip of the display screen 12.

Fig. 4 illustrates an example fitness regime. The fitness system 10 is configured to deliver the fitness regime. The fitness regime is designed as a guided exercise session that may be performed at any time and for any duration.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fitness regime includes ten workouts. The fitness regime is presented for ten days on a loop for ten weeks. For example, one workout is provided continuously on the display screen for the standard time period, e.g., 24 hours. A new workout is provided every 24 hours for 10 consecutive days. In this way, a user 20 that attends on a specific day each week will perform a different workout for ten weeks. After ten weeks, a new fitness regime is provided by the fitness system 10.

The workout is continuously being played on the display screen 12 which means that a user may commence their workout at their convenience. In addition, all the exercises are being played simultaneously. As a result, the user 20 may perform each exercise 16 in any order. The exercise may consist of a number of repetitions. The workout may consist of sets. A set is the number of cycles of repetitions of the exercises of the fitness regime. Depending on the exercise 16, the repetitions and sets may also be displayed on the display screen 12.

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An Example Workout is discussed below. This example may be provided by the fitness system 10 as shown in the figures.

- An example workout is a 32-minute workout consisting of 10 exercises which equates to 1 set.

- The workout consists of 3 sets with 40 seconds worth of work and 20 seconds worth of rest.

- Between sets there is a rest period of 80 seconds.

- The workout is created by an experienced personal trainer.

- The timer does not stop and is looped.

- The display screen is always running in club giving any user at any time the opportunity to exercise.

- The workout is updated daily.

- The workout is based on 10 week blocks with 10 workouts.

- The workouts are rotated such that if a person comes in on a specific day each week they will always have a different workout to keep them motivated.

- The video is changed at 1200 AM every morning to the next workout.

- After 10 weeks another 10 workouts will be entered into the same matrix as shown in Fig. 4

Advantageously, the fitness system and methods disclosed herein are highly flexible, efficient, convenient and motivational for the user. The workouts are different which prevents a user’s fitness from plateauing and is motivating for a user.

In the claims which follow and in the preceding description of the invention, except where the context requires otherwise due to express language or necessary implication, the word “comprise” or variations such as “comprises” or

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2020100649 28 Apr 2020 “comprising” is used in an inclusive sense, i.e. to specify the presence of the stated features but not to preclude the presence or addition of further features in various embodiments of the invention.

Claims

Claims

1. A fitness system for allowing one or more users to perform a fitness regime comprising one or more fitness sequences, the one or more fitness sequences comprising a plurality of independent exercises, the system comprising:

a display screen;

a space configured to allow multiple users to see the display screen;

the plurality of independent exercises shown simultaneously on the display screen, the plurality of exercises having an exercise time period and being repeated for a standard time period, the standard time period comprising multiple exercise time periods.
2. A fitness system according to claim 1 further comprising a timer display, the timer display showing at least the exercise time period.
3. A fitness system according to either claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the space is made up of positions in which multiple of the plurality of independent exercises can be performed.
4. A fitness system according to any one of the preceding claims further comprising a rest time period.
5. A fitness system according to claim 4 when dependent on claim 2, wherein the timer display shows the rest time period.
6. A fitness system according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the standard time period is one day, and each fitness regime comprises more than seven fitness sequences presented sequentially on the display screen for the standard time period, such that the fitness sequence presented on a given day of the week is different each week.

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7. A fitness system according to claim 6, wherein the fitness regime comprises ten fitness sequences repeated sequentially over ten weeks.
8. A method of delivering a fitness regime, the method comprising:

providing a display screen;

providing a space configured to allow multiple users to see the display screen;

providing a plurality of fitness sequences to a fitness system, each fitness sequence comprising a plurality of independent exercises;

displaying a first sequence on the display screen such that each of the plurality of independent exercises are displayed simultaneously for a standard time period; and displaying a subsequent sequence on the display screen such that each of a subsequent plurality of independent exercises are displayed simultaneously for a standard time period.
9. A method according to claim 8 further comprising displaying each of the plurality of independent exercises for an exercise time period and repeating each of the plurality of independent exercises for a standard time period, the standard time period comprising multiple exercise time periods.
10. A method according to claim 9 further comprising displaying a timer, the timer showing at least the exercise time period.

ILA method according to either claim 9 or claim 10 further comprising displaying a rest period between exercise time periods.
12. A method according to claim 11, further comprising displaying the rest period on the timer.

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13. A method according to any one of claims 9 to 12, wherein the standard time period is one day.
14. A method according to any one of claims 9 to 13 further comprising presenting the fitness sequences sequentially on the display screen for the standard time period, such that the fitness sequence presented on a given day of the week is different each week
15. A method according to claim 14, wherein the plurality of fitness sequences comprises more than seven fitness sequences.
16. A method according to either claim 14 or claim 15, wherein the fitness regime comprises ten fitness sequences repeated sequentially over ten weeks.