TW201808396A - Exercise machine and user interface for exercise machine - Google Patents

Abstract

An exercise machine may include a tower enclosing, at least in part, a cable and pulley system, a base supporting the tower on a surface, and a plurality of handles operatively coupled to the cable and pulley system and configured to extend from the tower. The exercise machine may include a resistance motor operatively coupled to the cable and pulley system. The resistance motor may include a fan and a flywheel connected to a common shaft. The exercise machine may be operatively associated with a user interface which includes an exercise display area configured to activate one or more exercise indicators in a predetermined sequence and a control area including at least one mode control operable to change the sequence of activation of the one or more exercise indicators. The user interface may be provided on a console of the exercise machine.

Description

Exercise machine and user interface for exercise machine

This disclosure relates generally to exercise machines, and more particularly to exercise machines with cable and pulley systems. The exercise machine according to the present disclosure optionally includes a configurable user interface.

Various fitness equipment such as exercise machines exist to enable users to perform various fitness exercises. In general, users may require a large number of fitness equipment to perform a complete exercise, which may be cost prohibitive in a home environment, for example. In a fitness facility environment where various fitness equipment is often available, the user may still need to participate in his or her exercise program in advance or during exercise. Advance planning of the sequence of exercise or devices that the user may need to use can be burdensome and can even prevent the user from starting an exercise. Generally, when exercising in a fitness facility, users may need to adjust their exercise to suit other users who may be using a particular exercise machine, which may reduce the overall efficiency of the user's exercise and may distract the user and / Or frustrated. It would therefore be desirable to provide exercise machines that improve the user experience.

An exercise machine may include a tower at least partially enclosing a cable and a pulley system, a base supporting the tower on a surface, and a plurality of handles, the plurality of handles being operatively coupled Connected to the cable and pulley system and constructed to extend from the tower. The exercise machine may include a resistance motor operatively coupled to the cable and pulley system. The drag motor may include a fan and a flywheel connected to a common shaft. The exercise machine may be operatively associated with a user interface including a motion display area configured to activate one or more motion indicators in a predetermined sequence and including operable to change the one or more motions A control area for at least one mode control of the start sequence of the indicator. The user interface may be provided on a console of the exercise machine.

This description will be more fully understood with reference to the following drawings, in which components can be drawn to scale, which are presented as various embodiments of the exercise machine described herein and should not be considered as a complete drawing in the scope of exercise machines.

Figure 1 is a diagram of the exercise machine.

FIG. 2 is another illustration of some of the internal components of the show machine of the exercise machine of FIG. 1. FIG.

FIG. 3 is a schematic representation of a cable and pulley system for a sports machine such as the machine in FIG. 1.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram of a user interface for an exercise machine such as the machine of FIG. 1. FIG.

FIG. 5A is a block diagram of a sports system according to an embodiment.

FIG. 5B is an illustration of a user interface for an exercise machine according to one embodiment.

FIG. 6 is a diagram showing a sequence of a motion indicator according to a first motion mode in the motion display area of the user interface in FIG. 5B.

FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a sequence of a motion indicator for a motion indicator according to a second motion mode of the user interface in FIG. 5B.

FIG. 8 is a diagram illustrating a sequence of a motion indicator for a motion indicator according to a third motion mode in the motion display area of the user interface in FIG. 5B.

FIG. 9 is a diagram of a user interface for an exercise machine according to another embodiment.

FIG. 10 is an illustration of a user interface for an exercise machine according to another embodiment.

FIG. 11 is a user flowchart for a user interface according to the present disclosure.

FIG. 12 is an illustration of user interface elements associated with a setup process according to an embodiment.

13A and 13B are illustrations of user interface elements associated with a program selection process according to one embodiment.

14 is an illustration of user interface elements at different times during a sports program according to an embodiment.

FIG. 15 is an illustration of user interface elements associated with a manual program according to one embodiment.

FIG. 16 is an illustration of user interface elements associated with a paused state of a sports program.

FIG. 17 is a front view of the exercise machine according to an embodiment.

18A and 18B are isometric views of the middle gripper portion of the exercise machine of FIG. 17 showing some examples according to the present disclosure.

FIG. 19 is an isometric view of another part of the exercise machine in FIG. 17.

20A and 20B are views of components of an intermediate holder according to the present disclosure.

FIG. 21 is a partial cross-sectional view taken along line 21-21 in FIG. 18A.

FIG. 22 is another isometric view of the exercise machine in FIG. 17.

Figure 23 is an isometric view of a batten.

FIG. 24A is a partial cross-sectional view of the exercise machine in FIG. 17.

FIG. 24B is an enlarged view of a portion of the exercise machine indicated by the line 24B-24B in FIG. 24A.

This disclosure relates generally to exercise machines, and more particularly to exercise machines with cable and pulley systems. The exercise machine according to the present disclosure optionally includes a configurable user interface.

1 and 2 illustrate a sports machine 100 according to the present disclosure, and FIG. 3 shows a schematic representation of a cable and pulley system for a sports machine such as the sports machine 100. The various components shown in FIGS. 1 to 3 are merely exemplary, and other changes include elimination components, combination components, reconfiguration components, and replacement components are all covered.

The exercise machine 100 may include a plurality of handles 110 each of which is operatively connected to the frame 102 and operatively engaged with a resistance assembly 130 (also referred to herein as a resistance motor or resistance engine). The frame 102 may include a tower 104 and a base, each of which may at least partially enclose the cable and pulley system 120. The tower 104 may form a shell structure to shield the user from many of the moving parts of the cable and pulley system 120 and may be generally Perpendicular to base 106. The base 106 may be positioned adjacent to and extending from the tower 104. In some examples, the base 106 may extend at least partially below the tower 106 and support the tower. The base 106 may be configured to support a user during use of the exercise machine 100. The user can stand on or near the base 106 when using the exercise machine 100. The exercise machine 100 is operatively associated with a user interface 180 that can be provided on the console 108. The console 108 may be part of the tower 104 or may be provided elsewhere on or near the frame 102. In some examples, the user interface 180 may be provided elsewhere near the exercise machine 100, such as on a display that is movably or immovably attached to or separated from the frame 102. In some examples, the user interface 180 or components thereof may be provided on a user's mobile device.

The plurality of handles 110 may be operatively associated with the resistance assembly 130 via a cable and pulley system 120. The plurality of handles 110 may include an upper handle (for example, an upper right handle 112-1 and an upper left handle 112-2), a middle handle (for example, a middle right handle 114-1 and a middle left handle 114-2), and a lower handle Handles (eg, lower right handle 116-1 and lower left handle 116-2). The terms up, middle, and down are used to refer to the relative vertical positioning of the handles. The term only means that the handles 114-1 and 114-2 are at the middle position between the upper and lower handles but not necessarily at the midpoint between the upper and lower handles. In some embodiments, a smaller or larger number of handles may be included, and different relative handle positions.

With particular reference to FIG. 2, each of the handles 110 may be connected to one of a plurality of cables 121 that are routed to the bias assembly 140 via the resistance assembly 130 using a pulley 123. The biasing assembly may be configured to position the handles 110 toward the respective retractable positioning offsets of the handles such that the handles can be applied without force (e.g., as would be the pulling force typically applied by a user during a movement). Return to the retracted position of these handles under circumstances. One or more of the handles (for example, up The handle and the middle handle) can protrude from the arms 118, which extend from the tower 104. One or more of the handles (eg, the lower handle) may protrude from the base 106. In some examples, some or all of the handles may protrude directly from the frame 102, for example, via apertures in the tower and / or base.

The resistance assembly 130 may be configured to provide selectable and / or variable resistance to a pulling force applied via the handle 110. For example, the resistance assembly 130 may be rotatably coupled to the pulley and cable system 120, such as via the shaft 118, and may be configured to change the resistance to the rotation of the shaft 118. In some examples, the resistance assembly 130 may include a first resistance assembly 132 and a second resistance assembly 134 that may be coupled to a common shaft (eg, shaft 118).

The first resistance assembly 132 may be operable to change the amount of resistance to rotation in response to a user input (eg, a selected resistance level). In this regard, the first resistance assembly 132 may also be referred to as an adjustable resistance assembly. The adjustable resistance assembly may be implemented using one or more DC motors, a single weight or mass, a weight stack, an eddy current brake, a fan, a resilient elastomeric element, or a combination thereof. The resistance provided by the adjustable resistance assembly may be manual (e.g., in response to user input such as user control via user interface 180) or automatically (e.g., in response to resistance settings in a user profile) )adjustable. In some examples, the auto-adjustable feature may be disabled via a setting in a user profile. In the illustrated example, the adjustable resistance assembly 132 is implemented using a flywheel 133 and a brake 135 (eg, a eddy current brake) that is operatively coupled to the flywheel 132 to change the resistance to the rotation of the flywheel 133. Eddy current brakes can be implemented using conventional techniques, such as using one or more magnets that are movably coupled to the flywheel to adjust the positioning of the magnets relative to the flywheel and thereby change the magnetic force between the magnets and the flywheel, and This changes the amount of resistance to the rotation of the flywheel. Other types of brakes or resistance elements can be used. The flywheel 133 may be coupled to the shaft 118 such that the flywheel 133 rotates in response to the rotation of the shaft 118. In some examples, the flywheel 133 may be directly Connected to the shaft 118 and rotatable in synchronization with the shaft 118. In other examples, the transmission assembly may be used to adjust the speed and / or torque of the first resistance assembly 132. The first resistance assembly 132 may be configured to provide resistance at any rotational speed (eg, relatively low and relatively high RPM) of the shaft 118. The first resistance assembly 132 may be configured to provide the same level of resistance (eg, based on the selected resistance level) regardless of the rotational speed of the shaft.

In some examples, the second resistance assembly 134 may be a passive resistance assembly because the amount of resistance is not selectable by the user. The resistance provided by the second resistance assembly 134 may depend only on the amount of force (eg, pulling force) applied by the user. In some examples, the second resistance assembly 134 may be configured to provide different amounts of resistance depending on the rotational speed of the shaft 118. That is, the second resistance assembly 134 may provide a higher amount of resistance at the higher RPM of the shaft 118, and thus may also be referred to as a non-linear resistance assembly. The second resistance assembly 134 may be implemented using a fan 136 connected to the shaft 118. The fan 136 may include a plurality of blades 138 that may provide resistance to an increased amount of rotation as the rotational speed of the shaft 118 increases. In still further examples, the resistance provided by the second resistance assembly 134 may be adjustable (eg, selectable by a user).

Referring now to FIG. 3, the upper right handle 112-1 is attached to one end 123-1 of the first right cable 122-1, and the middle right handle 114-1 is attached to the opposite end 125-1 of the cable 122-1 . The cable 122-1 is routed through one of the first pair of right floating pulleys 142-1. The lower right handle 116-1 is attached to one end 127-1 of the second right cable 124-1, which is routed through the other of the first pair of right floating pulleys 142-1. The cable 124-1 passes through the resistance assembly 130 and the opposite end 129-2 of the cable is anchored.

In a similar manner, the upper left handle 112-2 is attached to one end 123-2 of the first left cable 122-2, and the middle left handle 114-2 is attached to the opposite end 125-2 of the cable 122-2. Cable 122-2 is routed through one of the first pair of left floating pulleys 142-2. The lower right handle 116-2 is attached to one end 127-2 of the second left cable 124-2, which is routed through the other of the first pair of left floating pulleys 142-2. The cable 124-2 passes through the resistance assembly 130 and the opposite end 129-2 of the cable is anchored.

The right cable 124-1 and the left cable 124-2 are respectively connected to a bias assembly 140, the bias assembly 140 includes one or more bias members, and the one or more bias members are configured to connect the cables The thread is biased or tightened towards the retracted position of the handle. In the illustrated example, the biasing assembly 140 includes a biasing member 126 that is anchored at its end (eg, attached to a fixed frame, such as the frame 102 of the exercise machine). The biasing member 126 is connected to the second right cable 124-1 via the second pair of right floating pulleys 144-1 and to the second left cable 124-2 via the second pair of left floating pulleys 144-2. The biasing member 126 may be an axially extendable member, such as an elastic rope or other resilient member. When a user pulls on any of the handles, the biasing member 126 can be extended to allow the handle to extend away from the frame. When the force is reduced and / or the handle is released, the axially extendable biasing member 126 may act to retract the handle toward the frame. The floating pulleys 144-1 and 44-2 will move away from the anchor point of the biasing member 126. The biasing member 126 is thereby operable to apply a biasing or tensioning force to the cable 121. Biasing or tensioning forces may be applied to remove slack in the cables and / or return the cables to the retracted position of those cables without the pulling force applied by the user. In other examples, a plurality of axially extending members or different types of biasing members (eg, one or more coil springs) may be used. In still further examples, the biasing member 126 may not be axially extendable. The biasing member 126 may be routed through a center pulley positioned between the floating pulleys 144-1 and 44-2, and the center pulley may be movably coupled to the frame 102 to allow centering when a user pulls on the handle The pulley moves with one or more of the floating pulleys. Biasing force may be applied to the center pulley (e.g., via a spring connected to the center pulley) to cause the pulley And the handle returns to a neutral (ie, retracted) position. The term cable as used herein is meant to include any type of easily bendable material (e.g., a member that can transmit axial loads but not compressive loads) such as cables, ropes, wires, straps, chains, or other materials.

As described, the flywheel and fan may be on a common shaft, and thus are operable to rotate simultaneously and / or synchronously. In the illustrated example, the cables 124-1 and 124-2 pass through the resistance assembly 130 and operatively engage the first resistance assembly (for example, the flywheel 133) and the second resistance assembly (for example, the fan 136). The cables 124-1 and 124-2 can use the shaft 118 of the first one-way clutch assembly 138-1 and the second one-way clutch assembly 138-2 meshing resistance assembly 130, respectively. Each of the one-way clutch assemblies includes a cable engaging member and a clutch. The cable engaging member is frictionally engaged with a respective cable, such as a 124-1 or 124-2 cable, and a clutch is operatively coupled to the shaft 118. Each one-way clutch assembly is configured to engage the clutch of the one-way clutch assembly to rotate the shaft 118 while the cable is rotating the cable engaging member in one direction (e.g., the pulling direction), and the cable is opposite The clutch is disengaged when the cable engaging member is rotated in a direction (for example, a return direction). In this manner, the clutch engaging member of the one-way clutch assembly is free to spin when the cable and handle are returned to their retracted position (e.g., in response to a biasing force from the biasing assembly) (i.e., not The shaft is engaged to rotate the shaft), thereby reducing resistance to rotation in the return direction.

The exercise machine 100 may be utilized by a user for various movements, such as by gripping one or more of the handles 110 and applying a pulling force. Depending on the combination of the user's grip, the user's orientation relative to the machine, and the direction in which the pulling force is applied, the user may be able to use a single machine such as exercise machine 100 to move many muscle groups. The exercise machine 100 may thus be used to perform all or substantially all exercise of a user's multiple muscle groups. Exercise machine 100 may be configured to guide the user through all or substantially all exercise, which may be accomplished by deciding which exercises to perform and performing such exercises Reduce user effort in the sequence to improve user experience. To this end, the exercise machine 100 is operatively associated with a user interface, and examples of the user interface will be described with reference to the remaining figures.

FIG. 4 shows a block diagram of a sports system 1000 including a user interface 400 for a sports machine. The various components shown in FIG. 4 are merely exemplary, and other changes include elimination components, combination components, reconfiguration components, and replacement components are all covered. The user interface 400 may be associated with a processor and memory (not shown), which may be provided in the exercise machine or provided operatively coupled (e.g., communicatively coupled) to the exercise machine Computing device. Memory (eg, non-electrical memory such as flash memory) may store executable instructions for programming a processor to perform functions associated with a user interface. For example, the processor may perform functions such as controlling activation of a motion indicator. The processor enables user data (eg, weight, age, calories burned, total work and total time worked) to be stored in memory and / or displayed via a user interface. The user interface 400 can be used to implement the user interface 180 of the exercise machine 100.

The user interface 400 may include a plurality of exercise indicators 410, and the plurality of exercise indicators may be provided in the exercise display area 402. The motion display area 402 may be configured to display a motion sequence by activating one or more of the motion indicators 410 in a predetermined sequence, as will be described further. The plurality of motion indicators 410 may include two or more unique motion indicators, such as a first unique motion indicator 412, a second unique motion indicator 414, and the like. Each unique motion indicator 412, 414 may be associated with or correspond to a different type of motion. The activation of a given unique motion indicator provides instructions to a user to perform a particular movement, and the given unique motion indicator is associated with that particular movement. In this manner, the sequential activation of the motion indicator can display to the user a sequence of instructions corresponding to a sequence of motions that can be performed by the user.

The plurality of motion indicators 410 may use a plurality of different colored lights or a plurality of Several light patterns are implemented. Different colored lamps can be obtained by using different colored LEDs or other types of light sources, or by using white LEDs or colored covers on other types of light sources. In such examples, the term activation implies continuous or periodic lighting of a light source (or light source pattern) associated with a particular motion indicator. In some examples, different colored lights may be implemented using individual pixels or groups of pixels of a display unit (eg, LCD, OLED display). In some examples, each motion indicator may be implemented using a single colored light (eg, a colored LED or a white LED with a colored overlay). Unique motion indicators provide uniquely colored light, while motion indicators associated with the same type of motion provide the same colored light. In other examples, each unique motion indicator may be implemented using a unique light pattern (eg, a unique pattern or a single or multi-color LED). In some examples, the light pattern may provide a visual representation of the movement to be performed. In some examples, the motion indicator may be implemented as a visual representation of a corresponding motion displayed on a display device (eg, LCD, OLED, or another currently known or later developed display) according to a selected sequence.

In some examples, the motion indicator 410 may be different from the representation of the associated motion. That is, the motion indicator 410 itself may not be sufficient to inform the user which exercise to perform. In such situations, the instruction unit may be associated with the motion system 1000. For example, the instruction unit may include an instruction manual that may be provided for the motion system 1000 (see, for example, 101 in FIG. 1). An instruction unit (e.g., an instruction manual) may notify a user of a particular movement associated with each unique movement indicator. The user may remember these associations or may refer to the instruction unit when using the motion system. In some examples, the user interface 400 may be provided with an auxiliary display area 404 that may provide a representation (eg, a visual representation, text, and / or audible instructions) of a movement associated with a given movement indicator. In some examples, the auxiliary display area 404 may provide a representation in real time, such as concurrently with activation of a motion indicator. In some examples, the auxiliary display 404 may be configured to provide prior to initiating a sequence Preview of selected sequence. The preview may be a shortened representation of a sequence that may show each exercise only briefly and / or without a rest period between successive exercises.

The user interface 400 may be configured to receive one or more user input instructions in response to an operation of a user interface control element (also referred to as a user control). User controls can use mechanical controls (eg, knobs, buttons, and switches) or touch-sensitive controls (eg, resistive or capacitive touch sensors or switches). Regardless of whether mechanical or software controls are used, the term button can be used herein to refer to user controls that allow users to trigger events, such as, but not limited to, making and / or confirming selections, triggering the execution of functions, such as by Select one of a plurality of selectable options by pressing the button or by pressing and holding the button for a period of time to scroll through the selectable options. Similarly, and regardless of the use of mechanical or software controls, the term dial can be used to refer to user controls that enable a user to select one of a plurality of settings by turning the dial to increase or decrease resistance, volume, or other settings . The function of the dial can be implemented in some examples using a button that is configured to enable one of a plurality of selectable options by pressing the button more than once or pressing and holding the button to scroll through the selectable options. select. In some examples, user controls may be implemented in the form of dial buttons, which may provide a combination of dials and buttons, allowing the user to turn the dial to select one of a plurality of settings and / or press the scale To make and / or confirm choices, whether related to the selected setting or not. In some examples, one or more user controls of the user interface 400 may be implemented on a single touch-sensitive display (eg, a touch screen). The user-controlled operation enables the user to configure a user interface (eg, enter user-specific parameters such as weight, age, etc., or select a sport mode) and / or control the operation of the user interface and / or exercise machine.

For example, the user interface 400 may be operable to engage any one or a plurality of Patterns, one or more of the plurality of patterns may be associated with a predetermined motion sequence. In this regard, the user interface 400 may include one or more mode controls 406 for selecting one of the plurality of modes. In some examples, mode control 406 may be implemented using one or more buttons, which may be referred to as program buttons. In some examples, the mode control 406 can be implemented using a dial that can be configured to enable a user to select any of the plurality of modes by turning the dial between a plurality of predetermined settings. The mode control 406 and / or other user controls may be provided in a control area 417 (eg, a control panel) of a user interface. In some examples, one or more of the user controls may be provided elsewhere in the user interface. The mode control 406 may be operable to change the activation sequence of one or more of the motion indicators 410. In response to a selection of one of the modes and / or activation of a sequence (eg, using a start button), the motion display area 404 may be configured to sequentially activate each of the motion indicators in the sequence in an order corresponding to the sequence. In this manner, the user interface is operable to provide the user with a sequence of instructions corresponding to a sequence of motions that can be performed by the user. In some examples, the control region 417 may include a plurality of individual mode controls each associated with a respective one of the plurality of sequences. In some examples, each of the predetermined motion sequences may be selected using a single mode control, such as by pressing the single mode control multiple times or, for example, using a hop switch, where each side of the hop switch corresponds to the complex numbers One of the modes.

The user interface 400 may be configured to display information such as biological information (e.g., weight, heart rate, etc.), exercise metrics associated with ongoing or complete exercise (e.g., total time worked, total calories burned, total Power, maximum or average resistance, etc.), one or more timers (e.g., work and rest timers), and any other information if required. The user interface 400 may be configured to be in the information display area 407 (eg, an information panel) or other in the user interface. Place to provide this information. For example, the user interface 400 may include a timer 408, which may be provided in the information display area 407 or elsewhere in the user interface 400. The timer 408 may be configured to provide an indication of the time remaining or elapsed time in a given exercise segment and / or the time associated with a rest or intermittent cycle. The timer 408 may be configured to provide an indication of the time of the exercise or exercise group corresponding to the active exercise indicator or exercise indicator group. The timer 408 may alternatively or additionally be configured to provide an indication of a rest cycle after a sport or group of sport corresponding to an active sport indicator or group of sport indicators. In some examples, the timer 408 may be configured to provide an indication of the time associated with different periods of rest, such as different types or different lengths of rest periods. In some examples, a single timer may be configured to display time associated with different types of exercise segments (e.g., work, rest, and breaks), and a single timer may be changed to provide a visual indication of the type of exercise segment, displayed Time is associated with this exercise segment. This can reduce the amount of physical space utilized by the UI. In some examples, the function of the timer 408 may be performed using a plurality of separate user interface elements (eg, separate timers for each of the exercise segments).

The user interface 400 may include one or more additional display elements (eg, elements 411, 413, 415), and the one or more additional display elements may include one or more biological indicators, exercise measurement indicators, and auxiliary information indicators. And other. These additional display elements can be configured to provide users with additional information, such as biological information (e.g., weight, height, gender, and heart rate), exercise metrics (e.g., cumulative total calories burned, exercise time, maximum resistance, and average Resistance) and / or additional information such as instructions, programs and / or machine status information.

FIG. 5A shows one embodiment of a motion system 1000 that can include a user interface according to the present disclosure. Motion system 1000 includes a user interface 500 operatively connected to The user interface 500 controls the processor 610 of the operation of the user interface 500 and a memory 620 communicatively coupled to the processor 610. The memory may store user data 624 (eg, information associated with one or more user profiles, exercise metrics, biometrics, etc.), and executable instructions 626. The instructions 626 may include processor-executable instructions for assembling a user interface according to the examples herein and / or for controlling operations of the user interface. For example, executable instructions 626 may include instructions for activating a motion indicator according to a sequence. The exercise system 1000 may be configured to receive user input, such as selection of user profiles and exercise programs, via the user interface 500, and provide, such as exercise guidance, for operating the user interface and / or exercise via the user interface 500 Output of machine information and / or instructions.

FIG. 5B shows one embodiment of a user interface 500 for an exercise machine such as exercise machine 100. The various components shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B are merely exemplary, and other changes include elimination components, combination components, reconfiguration components, and replacement components are all covered. Some aspects of the user interface 500 may be purely functional, suitable for both functional and decorative purposes, or may be purely decorative.

The user interface 500 can be used to implement the user interface 180 of the exercise machine 100. The user interface 500 or its components may be used to implement the user interface 400 or components of the user interface, and such components may be indicated using similar reference numerals. For example, the user interface 500 may include a plurality of motion indicators 510 that may be provided in the display area 502, a timer 508 that may be provided in the information display area 507, and a plurality of users that may be provided in the control area 517. Control (e.g., mode control 506). The motion indicator 510 can be used to implement the motion indicator 410 of the user interface 400. The timer 508 and the mode control 506 can be used to implement the timer 408 and the mode control 406 of the user interface 400, respectively. The user interface 500 may be configured to guide the operation through the motion sequence. User of motivation (eg, exercise machine 100). The user interface 500 may be configured to guide the user through any one of a plurality of predetermined exercise sequences in response to the selection of an exercise mode, which is also simply referred to as a mode, program, or exercise program (e.g., sprint, aerobic ( circuit), and fitness equipment (builder mode or program).

The motion sequence may be divided into motion fragments (eg, repetitions and sets). Repetitions may involve the same motion. A single motion indicator 510 of the user interface 500 may be consistent with an instruction to perform the same motion for a time period during which the motion indicator remains active. Therefore, a single motion indicator can be associated with a single repetition. In some examples, a single repetition may involve performing the same motion during a predetermined time period also referred to as repetition time (e.g., pulling on two upper handles, squatting, squatting, chest push, leaning rowing, lunge, three (Exercising the head, curling the biceps, lifting hard, or virtually any other movement with or without holding and / or pulling on one or more of the handles) multiple times. Thus, a separate motion indicator can act to indicate not only the motion to be performed during a given repetition, but also the motion to be performed during the repetition time associated with the motion. The duration of the activity indicator being active may be consistent with the repetition time. Motion segments may be grouped into exercise segments, which may be referred to as work cycles for illustrative purposes. That is, the set of motions associated with a work cycle may include, for example, a set of motions performed continuously without a rest cycle. The duration of the time in the work cycle can be indicated by the work timer. In some examples, a set may include multiple repetitions of the same motion without a rest period between repetitions. In some examples, the set may include repetitions of different movements. One or more repetitions or one or more sets may be grouped into exercise rounds, which may be separated from other rounds by intermittent cycles. The intermittent period may have a different duration than the rest period, such as longer. The combination and duration of repetitions in a set and repetitions and / or sets in a round and the rest periods in between or The discontinuity period may be determined by the selected mode (eg, in response to selection via the mode selector 506). For example, in one mode, the sequence may include four rounds each separated by a break period between a predetermined duration (eg, 60 seconds). Each of the four rounds may include four sets, each of which includes a single repetition of two different movements, the sets separated by a rest period of a predetermined duration (eg, 10 seconds). The duty cycle for each of the four sets may also have a predetermined duration (for example, 20 seconds), and each repetition is one and a half (for example, 10 seconds) of the predetermined duration. Different sequences can be used, and additional examples of these different sequences will be further described below.

Each of the predetermined sequences may be configured to last a predetermined total time period (e.g., 15 minutes, 20 minutes, 25 minutes, or any other shorter or longer time period), also referred to as sequence time. In some examples, the sequence time of each of the predetermined sequences may be the same. That is, in some examples, the duration of the time including all repetition times and all rest times may be the same regardless of the selected motion sequence. In some examples, the sequence time of different pre-programmed sequences may be different. In some examples, the user interface may be constructed such that the sequence time of any sequence in the pre-programmed sequence is less than a critical maximum time, such as 25 minutes, 30 minutes, 38 minutes, 40 minutes, or other times. As described, a motion sequence may include one or more motion sets. In some examples, the sequence may include one or more first rest periods each having a first duration and one or more second rest periods each having a second duration, the second duration may be different from the first A duration may be the same as the first duration. In some examples, the second rest period may be longer than the first rest period. In some examples, the first rest period may be after a set of motions, and the second rest period may be after a set of sets (eg, two or more sets of motions).

The motion indicator 510 illustrated in the example in FIG. 5B uses a plurality of lights (example For example, the array 505 of lamps 522) is implemented. For example, the motion display area 502 may be implemented using an LED panel including a plurality of LEDs, and two or more of the plurality of LEDs may be capable of being illuminated in different colors. In some examples, LEDs of different colors may be used. In other examples, a white LED with a colored screen covering may be used. Other implementation schemes can also be used. The lamps 522 may be arranged in m columns and n rows. In the illustrated example, the lights 522 are arranged in 8 columns by 8 rows. In other examples, different numbers of columns and / or different numbers of rows may be used. In some examples, the lights 522 may be configured in different patterns other than a two-dimensional array, such as a triangular, circular, or trapezoidal pattern or an irregular pattern. The column and row numbers shown in FIG. 5B are provided for illustration. In some examples, column and row numbering (eg, 1-8) and / or column (eg, sets S1, S2, S3, S4) or grouping of rows may not be included in the user interface. In other examples, additional or different numbers or other forms of identification may be provided, such as letters or symbols.

Individual lights 522 in the array 505 correspond to individual motion indicators 510. The array 505 includes at least two unique motion indicators (eg, two uniquely colored lights), and each unique motion indicator may be associated with a different motion. Some of the motion indicators may be the same or similar (eg, the same colored lights), and the same or similar motion indicators may be associated with the same motion. Therefore, when the motion indicator is activated, a change from one motion indicator to a different unique motion indicator instructs the user to change an ongoing exercise, while the activation of another identical motion indicator instructs the user to continue the same exercise. In the illustrated example, the lights 522 in any given column have the same color and are associated with the same motion. Each column includes multiple repetitive motion indicators (eg, lights 522) corresponding to the same motion. In some examples, the user interface 500 may be configured to guide the user continuously and / or before proceeding to the next exercise (e.g., by sequentially turning on all lights in a given row without a rest cycle) Or do the same without a rest period Repeat multiple or all actions. In some examples, the user interface 500 may be configured to instruct the user to perform all repetitions associated with multiple columns continuously and / or without rest periods. In this regard, the lights in any given column or grouping of columns may be said to be consistent with a set (eg, S1, S2, S3, and S4).

The lights 522 in any given row have different colors and can therefore be associated with different movements. In some examples, the user interface 500 may be configured to guide the user continuously and / or during restless cycles, such as by sequentially turning on a single light from each column by moving down the row. In this case, a single repetitive motion sequence including different motions is performed. In this manner, the user interface 500 may be operable to guide the user through multiple different motion sequences by activating lights in different patterns.

In some examples, the user interface 500 may be configured to wirelessly connect to another computing device, such as via any known wireless communication protocol (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ZigBee, etc.). The user interface 500 may be provided with one or more status indicators. For example, the user interface 500 may include a connectivity status indicator when the user interface 500 is wirelessly connected to another computing device, such as a user's smart phone, smart watch, etc. When paired wirelessly, this connectivity status indicator is activated. In one example, the connectivity status indicator may be provided by a Bluetooth icon and / or near a Bluetooth graphic element LED. The Bluetooth icon and / or LED may be illuminated to indicate the Bluetooth connectivity status. In some examples, the connectivity status indicator may be illuminated differently to indicate different states (eg, continuously illuminated to indicate pairing, flashing to indicate availability or during pairing). In other examples, the user interface 500 may include two or more status indicators for different types of wireless communication devices that are available.

The user interface 500 may include one or more user controls and may be operable To engage one of a plurality of motion modes (for example, four modes as in the example in FIG. 5B). As described, user control may be implemented using any combination of mechanical and / or software control. In the illustrated example, each of the plurality of modes may be selected via a respective mode control (eg, program buttons 506-1 to 506-4). One or more of the mode controls 506 may be associated with a predetermined activation sequence of a motion indicator (eg, the light 522). In the illustrated example, the user interface includes a first program button 506-1 associated with a first exercise sequence (e.g., a sprint program), and a second program associated with a second exercise sequence (e.g., an aerobics program). Button 506-2, and a third program button 506-3 associated with a third exercise sequence (eg, a fitness equipment program), each of which may be different from each other. For example, selecting the first program button 506-1 may cause the exercise indicator 510 to be activated according to a first exercise sequence, selecting the second program button 506-2 may cause the exercise indicator 510 to be activated according to a second exercise sequence, and so on. In some examples, the plurality of modes may include a manual mode in which the display area may not provide guidance and the user may instead perform any desired sequence of motion. To this end, the user interface 500 may include a manual program button 506-4. The selection of the manual program button 506-4 may deactivate the display area or may display a display light pattern in the display area for purely decorative purposes. In some examples, whether or not guidance is provided via the user interface 500, the user interface 500 may not otherwise prevent the use of the exercise machine in any desired manner (e.g., to perform a comparison with the Different sports such as sports).

The user interface 500 may include one or more timers 508, each of which may be associated with a different type of exercise segment (e.g., a rest timer associated with a rest cycle, an intermittent timer associated with a break cycle, and The work timer associated with the work cycle). The timer 508 may be configured to provide an indication of the elapsed or remaining time of the respective motion segment, such as for a motion or a motion group past or remaining corresponding to an active motion indicator or group of motion indicators The remaining time (for example, a work timer), or the elapsed or remaining time for a rest cycle after a work cycle (for example, a rest timer, a break timer). One or more of the timers 508 may be configured to count down (e.g., to show the remaining time in the cycle) or count up (e.g., to show the cumulative total elapsed time in the cycle). For example, a work timer may be configured to count up a time period that is elapsed during a motion segment, also known as a work period. Breaks, break timers, or both can be configured to count down the time remaining in a break period. In some examples, the time counting direction for any of the timers can be reversed. In some examples, an intermittent timer may be configured to provide a response to user control (e.g., pause / stop button 523), e.g., by elapsed time after the operation of the user control (e.g., pause / stop button 523) Indication of manual rest cycle initiated by operation

In some examples, two or more timers may be implemented in substantially the same physical space within a user interface (UI) and may share UI components. For example, in the illustrated example in FIG. 5B, the rest timer, the interrupt timer, and the work timer occupy substantially the same physical space in the UI 500, and the same digital display elements are used to display the information associated with each timer Linked time. Each timer may include a timer type indicator 519 that is configured to provide a visual indication of the currently active timer. In the example in FIG. 5B, the timer type indicator 519 is provided by selectively illuminating a trajectory at the periphery of the timer 508 in combination with a tag that selectively illuminates a type corresponding to a motion segment. When the timer 508 displays the time associated with the work segment, one of the tracks around the timer 508 and the work label may be illuminated to provide an indication of the active timer. When the timer 508 displays the time associated with the break or break segment, the other of the tracks at the periphery of the timer 508 and the break or break label may be illuminated to provide an indication of the active timer, respectively. Tracks can be illuminated in different colors (for example, for work Green, orange for rest, red for breaks, or other combinations), or the tracks can be illuminated in the same color (for example, all tracks can be illuminated in white or any other color).

The operation of the user interface 500 will now be further described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 8. FIG. 6 illustrates a sequence for activation of one or more of the lights 522 in an array 505 according to a first example, such as in response to selection of a first mode such as via the first mode control 506-1. 7 and 8 illustrate lamps in an array 505 according to additional examples, for example, in response to selection of the second and third modes, such as via the second mode control 506-2 and the third mode control 506-3, respectively. One or more of 522's initiated sequences. The sequences shown in FIGS. 6 to 8 are merely exemplary, and other variations such as reconfiguring the sequence or removing, adding, or replacing elements of the sequence are all covered. As described, a sequence can be assembled, for example, by selecting the duration, number of repetitions, and rest periods of each repetition, such that the sequence can be performed within a predetermined time period (e.g., sequence time). In some examples, the sequence time may be programmed into the motion system 1000, for example, by a manufacturer program of the motion system. In some examples, one or more of the pre-programmed sequences may be updated, or additional sequences may be added to the field, such as by loading the updated sequence into the memory of the motion system. In some examples, the sequence time may be user-configurable, and the motion system may be operable to adjust the duration and / or the number of repetitions and a combination of rest cycles to accommodate the user-selected sequence time. The user interface 500 may improve the user experience by assisting the user to perform a complete exercise in a predetermined time period with minimal distraction or planning, which may be caused by having to consider or Plan which exercise will be performed or how many repetitions will be performed.

In some examples, the sequence may begin with a plurality of lights in the illumination array 505. For example, all lights corresponding to a given sequence or part of a sequence can be started in a sequence Front lighting, and when the movement is completed in a countdown, the individual lights can be turned off. Activation of a particular motion indicator (e.g., light 522) may involve periodic illumination (i.e., blinking) of light 522 to inform the user which exercise the user should perform. A motion indicator (e.g., light 522) may remain active (e.g., blink) for a predetermined time duration to indicate the duration of the time the user should perform the exercise. In some examples, the sequence may alternatively begin with all lights turned off, and when the sequence starts, individual lights may be illuminated according to the sequence. The light corresponding to a completed motion segment (eg, a repetition or a collection) may remain on or may be turned off when the motion segment is completed.

In some examples, the user interface 500 may be configured, for example, in response to a selection of a first mode, to activate all lights in a row before activating any lights in the next row. For example, and referring to FIG. 6, the first sequence may involve the activation of lamps 522 along the array 505. That is, before any of the lamps in the second column (for example, m2) is activated, all the lamps in the first column (for example, m1) may be sequentially activated first. Similarly, all lamps in the second column (e.g., m2) may be sequentially activated before any lamps in the third column (e.g., m3) are activated, and so on. In some examples, the sequential start of the lights along the columns does not need to start from the first column, nor does it need to continue through all columns in the array, for example to accommodate shorter sequence times. In some examples, the activation of the lamp may begin in the second, third, or any other column, or the activation may terminate before reaching the last column. As described, all lights in each column may have the same color and thus may be consistent with the same motion. Thus, the user can be guided through multiple repeated sequences in which he or she performs the same motion before proceeding to another motion.

In some examples, the sequence may include one or more rest periods. For example, the user interface 500 may be configured to sequentially activate all lights in a row before proceeding to the next row, followed by a rest cycle. In some examples, the user interface 500 may be configured to run during a rest period All lamps in multiple columns are started sequentially before its launch. In still further examples, the user interface 500 may be configured to initiate a first rest cycle with a shorter duration after the order of one row is activated, and after the order of the second row in the set (eg, S1) is activated Initiate a second rest cycle with a longer duration. During a motion segment, the work timer may be operational to indicate the cumulative total of all repetitions in the segment. When the segment is complete, the rest timer may be operational to indicate the remaining time during the rest cycle. The lights that have been activated in a given sequence may remain illuminated or may be turned off when a motion segment is complete (e.g., during the indication of a rest cycle and / or during the activation of the lights of subsequent motion segments). This pattern can be repeated for some or all of the remaining sets (e.g., S2-S4) to complete the sequence. At any time during the sequence, the user interface 500 may be configured to temporarily abort the sequence in response to an instruction such as a manual rest cycle that may be received via an operation controlled by the user (eg, the pause / stop button 523). During the sequence, the user interface 500 may be configured to display, for example, certain information including, but not limited to, biological information in the information display area 507 of the user interface 500. The user interface 500 may include a plurality of display elements (for example, display elements 511 and 515-1 to 515-4), one or more of which may be configured to display information such as biological information, exercise metrics, messages, tips, instructions, or other Information. In some examples, the display elements may be provided via one or more alphanumeric LED panels. In some examples, the display elements may be provided via one or more LCD displays. Other display technologies can be used.

In some examples, the user interface 500 may be configured, for example, in response to a selection of a second mode, to activate all lights in a row before activating the lights in the next row. For example and referring to FIG. 7, the second sequence may involve the activation of the lights 522 along the row of the array 505. That is, before any of the lamps in the second row (e.g., n2) is activated, all the lamps in the first row (e.g., n1) may be sequentially activated first. Similarly, before any lights in the third line (e.g., n3) are turned on, All lights in the second line (e.g., n2) can be started sequentially, and so on. In some examples, the sequential start of the lights along a row need not start from the first row, nor does it need to continue through all rows in the array, for example to accommodate a shorter sequence time. In some examples, the activation of the lamp may begin on the second, third, or any other row, or the activation may terminate before reaching the last row. As described, the individual lights in a row may be of different colors and therefore consistent with different movements. Thus, the user can be guided through a repetitive sequence of each exercise performed by the user before continuing with the second filling of the first movement.

As in the case of the example in FIG. 6, the sequence in FIG. 7 may include one or more rest periods. For example, the user interface 500 may be configured to initiate (eg, by activating a rest timer) a first rest cycle after the order of all lights in a given row is activated. In some examples, the user interface 500 may be configured to initiate all lights in a plurality of consecutive rows sequentially without any rest periods between the plurality of consecutive sequences, as compared to the first rest period. Another rest cycle of a different duration (for example, by activating an intermittent timer). In still further examples, the user interface 500 may be configured to initiate a rest cycle only after all lights in the plurality of consecutive rows are sequentially activated without any rest cycles between the plurality of consecutive rows. In some examples, successive periods of rest in the sequence may vary in duration. For example, successive rest periods may increase in duration, decrease in duration, or may increase first in duration and then decrease before the end of the sequence. The pattern illustrated in FIG. 7 may be repeated for some or all of the rows in the array 505.

In some examples, the user interface 500 may be configured to, for example, activate all lights in one row in response to a selection of a third mode, and then activate less than all lights in the next row. For example and referring to FIG. 8, the third sequence may involve the activation of the lights 522 along a triangular pattern, the triangle The pattern is defined by the array 505 in this case. In other examples, the triangular pattern can be defined by the rows of the array.

In the example illustrated in FIG. 8, all lamps in the first column (e.g., m1) may be sequentially activated first before any lamps in the second column (e.g., m2) are activated. After the lights in a given column are activated, the same number of lamps is activated in the next column minus one. This pattern is repeated until the last column of the sequence is reached, which may be the last column of the array in some examples. As is the case with other examples, the user interface 500 may be configured to initiate a rest cycle after activating all lights in a row or in a series.

Referring to FIG. 5B, the exercise system 1000 may include a exercise machine (eg, exercise machine 100) including a cable, a pulley system, and a resistance motor (eg, resistance assembly 130). The user interface 500 is operatively associated with the exercise machine, for example, provided on the console 108 of the exercise machine, and can guide the user through the exercise sequence. The user interface 500 may include a plurality of unique motion indicators (a plurality of lights 522 of different colors). A single one of the unique motion indicators can be associated with a specific type of motion (e.g., pulling up two upper handles together, pulling down a single upper handle, pulling one or two lower handles, cross body on the upper handle and lower Pull the handles together). The activation of any given unique indicator can direct the user to that particular movement.

The user interface 500 may be configured to, for example, receive user input in response to operation of the resistance control 520 of the user interface 500 for changing the resistance provided by the resistance motor. The resistance control 520 may be implemented using mechanical controls (eg, knobs, dials) or software controls (eg, touch-sensitive switches), or a combination thereof. In the illustrated example in FIG. 5B, the resistance control 520 is implemented using a dial button that provides functions for selecting a resistance level by turning the dial and making or confirming selection by pressing the dial . The resistance control 520 may be interchangeably called It is a resistance dial 520. The resistance provided by the resistance motor 130 may change in response to user input, for example, by adjusting the positioning of the eddy current brake 135 associated with the flywheel 133.

The user interface 500 may include additional user controls such as a user button 516, a start button 525, a pause / stop button 523, an add time button 527, a volume button 529, and the like. The user button 516 may be operable to select a pre-loaded user profile and / or make changes to the user profile. The user profile may include a preset resistance level, a preset mode, and / or a motion system 1000 is used to generate additional user information such as weight, age, and gender for exercise metrics (eg, total work done, total calories burned, etc.). The start button 525 may be operable to initiate a selected sequence and / or restart a paused sequence. The volume button 529 may be operable to control the volume of the speaker, which may be configured to provide audible instructions or other audible sounds, such as single-tone, dual-tone, or multi-tone feedback, to indicate a start, rest, break or exercise sequence Any changes in general).

The add time button 527 may be operable to add extra time to the motion sequence, such as by adding one or more additional repetitions, sets, and / or rounds to the sequence. In some examples, the type and / or number of motion segments added in response to pressing the add time button may be based on the selected motion mode. For example, if it may be appropriate, pressing the add button may add one round and / or one or more rest cycles of the selected pattern. In some examples, the type and / or number of motion segments added in response to pressing the add time button may be controlled by operating the number and / or manner of the add time button. For example, pressing the add button once adds a single repeat, pressing the add button twice adds a set, and pressing the add button three times (or pressing and holding the add button) adds one round. Other combinations for controlling the function of adding buttons can be used. In this manner, the add time button 527 may be operable to increase the duration of the exercise sequence over a predetermined period in response to a user input Design of the sequence time. The add time button 527 may be operable to add time before or during a workout, and the user interface may be configured to provide a total adjusted sequence time (i.e., a pre-programmed sequence time plus an additional sequence corresponding to the added segment) Time).

Before, during, and after a workout, one or more of the user interface elements (e.g., user controls, display elements, motion indicators) may be illuminated or otherwise activated to indicate that the interface element is active Or enabled for user operation. One or more of the user controls may be provided in a control area 517 (eg, a control panel) of the user interface 500. In some examples, the motion display area 502, the information display area 507, and the control area 517 may all be provided on a single panel (eg, the console 108 or a display unit associated with the exercise machine 100). In some examples, any of the motion display area 502, the information display area 507, and the control area 517 may all be provided on a separate panel (eg, a separate console or display operatively associated with the exercise machine 100). In some examples, one or more panels including components of the user interface 500 may be removably connected to the exercise machine 100 (eg, via a hinged arm extending from the frame 102). In still further examples, the components of the user interface 500 may be implemented on a mobile device 1020 such as a mobile phone, smartphone, tablet, smart watch, or another portable computing device, for example, as shown in FIG. 10 Show.

Referring now to FIG. 9, a user interface 900 according to another embodiment is described. The user interface 900 may include one or more of the components of the user interface 400, 500, and similar components may be indicated using similar reference numerals. For example, the user interface 900 may include a plurality of motion indicators 910. The motion indicator 910 is implemented using multi-colored lights 922 arranged in an array 905 having 8 columns and 8 rows. The user interface 900 is operable to activate one or more of the motion indicators 910 according to a predetermined sequence to guide the user through the motion sequence. The user interface 900 may include user controls Such as mode control 906 (for example, health button, fit button, power button and manual button 906-1 to 906-4), resistance control 920, user button 916, volume 929, start button 925, and pause / stop button 923 . The user may select a mode via one of the mode selectors 906, and the user interface 900 may activate one or more of the motion indicators 910 (eg, the lights 922) according to the selected sequence. The various components shown in FIG. 9 are merely exemplary, and other changes include elimination components, combination components, reconfiguration components, and replacement components are all covered.

A user interface (eg, user interface 500 or 900) according to the present disclosure may be configured to activate one or more motion indicators according to various sequences such as those described herein. Non-limiting examples of sequences according to further examples are described below.

Example 1

An exemplary sequence that can be associated with the first selected mode is initiated by at least one full row of lights in the lighting array and in some instances all rows. The individual lights are sequentially activated (by flashing or blinking) from left to right for a period of time (eg, repeat time) after which the flash is turned off. The repeat time can be 20 seconds. The work timer counts down the repeat time to zero. When the work timer reaches zero, the flash is turned off and the work timer is turned off, while the rest time is turned on and the countdown of the rest period starts to zero. The rest period can be 10 seconds. When the rest period reaches zero, the next lamp in the same row of lamps starts (for example, starts flashing) and the work timer starts to count down another time period (for example, full time), which may also be 20 seconds . When the work timer reaches zero, the flash is turned off and the rest timer is turned on again for another rest cycle, which may also be 10 seconds. Repeat for all 8 lights in the first column. After the last light in the first column is turned off, all the lights in the first column will be disabled, and instead of the rest period, the discontinuity timer is turned on and the discontinuity timer counts (positive or negative) the discontinuity period. Intermittent period can be 30 second. After the discontinuity period has elapsed, the first light in the second column is activated (eg, the flashing starts) and the work timer starts to count down another full time, which may again be 20 seconds. The same pattern is repeated for the entire second column. When the entire second column is completed, the discontinuity timer is started again to count another discontinuous period, which may be 30 seconds again. After the last light in the second column has been turned off, all breaks in both the first and second columns will remain off. After all the lights in the array have been turned off, the sequence will end. This exemplary sequence can be completed in less than 35 minutes due to all repetition times and all breaks and breaks.

Example 2

Another exemplary sequence that can be associated with the first selected mode is initiated by at least one full row of lights in the lighting array and in some instances all rows. The individual lights are sequentially activated (by flashing or blinking) from left to right for a period of time (eg, repeat time) after which the flash is turned off. The repeat time can be 10 seconds. The work timer counts down the repeat time to zero. When the work timer reaches zero, the flash is turned off, the counter is reset for a new repeat (the new repeat can also be 10 seconds), and the next light in the same column starts to flash. When the work timer reaches zero again, this second flash is turned off, the counter is reset again for the next repeat (the next repeat may also be 10 seconds), and the next light in the same column starts to flash. Repeat for all lamps in the same column. When the work timer for the last light in the column reaches zero, the last light in the column turns off, and the rest timer starts and counts down the rest period, which can be 20 seconds. After the rest period ends, the first light in the second column starts to flash and the work timer starts counting down the new repetition time, which can again be 10 seconds. Repeat the same pattern for the second column as described for the first column, with each of the eight lights flashing sequentially for 10 seconds. And a counter that counts down the working time is associated with each light. Alternatively, the counter can be reset without repetition. In this case, the total time is counted up or down for a row of lights. At the completion of the second column (eg, the end of set S1), another rest cycle is initiated, in some cases a longer rest period of 30 seconds. The intermittent timer counts down a period of 30 seconds, during which no lamp is flashing. When the discontinuity timer reaches zero, the discontinuity timer is turned off, and the new work timer starts counting new repetitions associated with the first light of the next column (eg, the third column). The third and fourth rows of lights are activated in this way with a short rest period of 20 seconds between the lights in the third and fourth rows, and a 30-second break is initiated when the second set S2 is completed cycle. This pattern of lamp start and rest cycles is repeated for all four sets and the sequence ends at the completion of the fourth set S4, at which time all lamps will be turned off. This sequence can be completed in less than 15 minutes, assuming the user does not initiate a manual rest cycle during the sequence. The total working time for any given sequence can be displayed via the user interface.

Example 3

An exemplary sequence that can be associated with the second selected mode is initiated by at least one complete row of lights in the lighting array and in some instances all rows. The individual lights are sequentially activated (by flashing or blinking) from top to bottom for a period of time (eg, repeat time) after which the flash is turned off. The repeat time can be 20 seconds. The work timer counts down the repeat time to zero. When the work timer reaches zero, the flash is turned off, the work timer is reset to the start of the new repeat time (for example, 20 seconds), and the next light along the line starts (for example, to start flashing) for the duration of the repeat time. Repeat for all lights in a single row. When the work timer for the last light in the line reaches zero, the last light in the line is turned off, the work timer is turned off and the rest timer is started for the rest period, which may be 20 seconds. In some cases, the rest period between rows can be longer, such as 30 seconds, or the rest period can be between 20 seconds between rows in a set and 30 seconds between sets (e.g., two consecutive rows) Alternate between. When the sequence is complete, all lights have been deactivated (for example, Off) and the work timer is off. The total number of working hours may be displayed, for example, via a total timer in the user interface. This sequence can be completed in less than 25 minutes depending on the combination of rest periods between sets and the duration.

Example 4

An exemplary sequence that can be associated with a third selected pattern by lighting in a triangular pattern bounded by a full column or row of the array and a portion of subsequent columns or rows (e.g., as in the sequence shown in Figure 8) All lights are turned on. The individual lights are sequentially activated (by flashing or blinking) from left to right for a period of time (eg, repeat time) after which the flash is turned off. The repeat time can be 10 seconds. The work timer counts down the repeat time to zero. When the work timer reaches zero, the flash is turned off, the work timer is reset to the start of the new repeat time (for example, 10 seconds), and the next light along the same row is started (for example, to start flashing) for the duration of the repeat time . Repeat for all lights in a single column. When the work timer for the last light in the column reaches zero, the last light in the column is turned off, the work timer is turned off and the rest timer is started for the rest period, which may be 20 seconds. At the end of the first rest cycle, the lights are re-lighted again according to the starting pattern (for example, all lights in the first column, all lights except the second column, all lights except the third column are re-lighted) ). The starting pattern in the first column is repeated and the sequence is then moved to the next column without a rest period in between. Partial rows are completed by sequentially activating each light in the partial row for a duty cycle (eg, 10 seconds). At the end of a partial row, a new rest cycle is started by starting a rest timer that counts or counts down the rest cycle (eg, 10 seconds). At the completion of this rest period, the light is re-lit according to the starting pattern. The sequence returns to the first column and all the lights in the first column are turned on sequentially (for example, all 8 lights are activated for 10 seconds each), and then all the lights in the next column (for example, 8 lights in the second column) 7 of them start up for 10 seconds each), and then the places in the next section There are lights (for example, 6 of the 8 lights in the third column are activated for 10 seconds each) without any rest periods in between. After this set is completed, a new rest cycle (for example, 20 seconds) is provided. At the end of the new rest cycle, the sequence returns to the first column and starts from the first column to the fourth column. Step through all lights. As will be understood, in this example, a total of 7 rest periods are provided between 8 sets, which will include 8, 15, 21, 26, 30, 33, 35 consecutively And 36 repeats (eg, set 1 includes 8 repeats, set 2 includes 15 repeats, etc.). This sequence can be completed in slightly more than 36 minutes.

Example 5

Another exemplary sequence that may be associated with the third selected mode may include the activation of the lamps in a pyramidal manner as described in the examples above, with the difference that the triangular pattern of the lamps is instead defined along the rows of the array. That is, at the start of the sequence, all lights in the first row, all but one in the second row, all but two in the third row, etc. are illuminated. Except for the start-up sequence, which moves from top to bottom and from left to right from complete to partial rows, the lights are sequentially activated according to a pattern of pyramids similar to the pattern described above through the pattern. The duty cycle for each repetition may again be 10 seconds, or in some cases 20 seconds. The rest period between sets can be 20 seconds, or in some cases 30 seconds. As in Example 4, the sequence will include a total of 7 rest cycles and 8 sets of 8, 15, 21, 26, 30, 33, 35, and 36 repeats consecutively. Alternatively, the sequence may begin with none of the lights illuminated and the lights turned on sequentially and remain on after the sequence is activated (eg, after each step of the pyramid is completed).

Specific examples of the described work cycle, rest cycle, and lamp start sequence are provided for illustration purposes only, and other combinations of work cycle, rest cycle, and lamp start sequence can be implemented using the user interface according to this example.

FIG. 10 illustrates a motion system 1000 'that includes a motion machine (e.g., motion machine 100) that can be configured to wirelessly communicate with a mobile device. The exercise machine 100 may include a wireless communication interface (eg, a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi communication device) for communicatively coupling the exercise machine 100 and a portable computing device 1020 (eg, a smart phone). The portable computing device may include executable instructions for providing a user interface 1500 (eg, user interface 400, 500, or 900) or a component thereof on a display 1024 of the portable computing device. In some examples, one or more components of the user interface may be provided on the console 108 of the exercise machine, on the display 1024 of the portable computing device, or a combination thereof. In some examples, the user interface or its components may be repeated on both the console 108 and the display 1024. In some examples, a portion of the user interface may be provided on the console 108 and a portion of the user interface may be provided on the display 1024. In some examples, one or more components of the user interface provided on the console 108 may be controllable via a portable computing device 1020 (eg, via a user interface element on the display 1024). The various components shown in FIG. 10 are merely exemplary, and other changes include elimination components, combination components, reconfiguration components, and replacement components are all covered.

With continued reference to FIGS. 1 and 10, the exercise machine 100 may include other features to provide desired aesthetic and / or functional characteristics. For example, in some embodiments, the base 106, the handle 110, or other surfaces of the machine may include non-slip contact surfaces, for example, to reduce the risk of the user's hands and / or feet sliding during a given exercise. In some embodiments, the tower 104 may include one or more openings or access points, for example, for airflow to the resistance assembly and / or maintenance purposes. The tower 104 may additionally seal some or all of the internal components of the machine (eg, cable and pulley system 120, offset assembly 140) in order to hide these internal components from the view and provide a more aesthetic appearance of the exercise machine 100. Any component of the machine's components (e.g., base, tower, handle, and console) can include Design features to provide an overall aesthetically pleasing appearance. In some examples, one or more elements of the user interface 180 may be used for aesthetic and / or functional purposes.

The exercise machine 100 and / or its components may be formed of various materials and components. For example, the frame 102 and the handle may be formed of metal, plastic, or other suitable materials having sufficient strength. The metal may include aluminum, steel, titanium, or any other suitable metal, alloy, or composite. Plastic can include thermoplastic materials (self-reinforced or fiber-reinforced), nylon, LDPE, ABS, polycarbonate, polypropylene, polystyrene, PVC, polyamide, and / or PTFE, etc., and can be formed or molded in any suitable manner Molding, such as by plug molding, blow molding, injection molding, extrusion, and the like. The cable 121 may be formed of braided or otherwise resistant dragon or steel wire, and may be coated with a vinyl resin or other coating for added durability.

FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating a user process associated with a user interface according to some examples herein. Although the user flow in FIG. 11 is described herein with reference to the motion system 1000 and the user interface 500, one or more aspects of the user flow may be applicable to other motion systems and user interfaces according to the present disclosure. The user flow 1100 is also described with reference to FIGS. 12 to 17, which illustrate user interface elements associated with various processes according to the present disclosure. The various elements shown in FIGS. 11 to 17 are merely exemplary, and other changes including elimination, combination, reconfiguration, and replacement elements are all covered.

The user interface may be operable to enable the user to configure certain functions of the exercise system, such as certain aspects of the user interface or settings of the exercise machine. The exercise system 1000 may be configured to store user data such as one or more user profiles. The user profile may include user information (e.g., weight, age, gender, calories burned, stored workouts that may include time for previous completed workouts, total number of work and calories burned, and Other information). The user profile may also include preset settings that can be applied before or during a workout. For example, if the user initiates an exercise without selecting a program (eg, pressing a start button or pulling on a cable), a preset program can be selected. The preset settings may also be applied automatically by the exercise system during exercise, for example to automatically adjust resistance during one or more sessions of the exercise. Manipulating one or more of the user controls of the user interface 500 enables the user to create and / or edit user profiles, select one of a plurality of stored user profiles, select, start, pause, restart, and / Or terminate the exercise program and / or adjust settings during the exercise program.

The user profile may be automatically updated by the user or by the system during a workout, such as via a user profile editing process. For example, if a user modifies resistance during an exercise, the system may update the user profile to store the modified resistance as a preset resistance for the segment in the exercise program. If the user adds time to the selected sequence, the preset sequence in the user's profile can be updated to correspond to the modified sequence (for example, to include extra time) so that the next time the user preset is called , The user's default sequence already includes extra time. Of course, one or more of these default settings may be replaced by a user during an exercise, such as via one or more user-controlled operations of the user interface.

As shown in block 1102, when the exercise machine is powered on for the first time, the system (e.g., the exercise system 1000) may enter a setting state 1001. The system may perform the setup process automatically (see FIG. 12, which illustrates user interface elements associated with an exemplary setup process 1200). During the setup process, the user interface can prompt the user to create a user profile. At the end of the setup process, the system can enter a pre-workout state 1003, where the system can automatically select a preset exercise so that the user can start exercising without making any further choices. During the pre-workout state 1003, the user can select another exercise or initiate a preset exercise. The user can also choose another user. It is assumed that multiple user profiles have been created and saved. After the initial setup, when the system is powered on, the exercise system may enter a pre-workout state 1003. When an exercise program is initiated, the system may enter an exercise state 1005. During exercise state 1005, the system can provide exercise guidance and record user data. Buffered user data (eg, exercise metrics, biometrics, etc.) may be automatically stored in memory periodically (eg, every 1 minute, every 2 minutes, or more) depending on the user profile settings. After the workout is complete, the system may provide a workout summary and then return to the pre-workout state 1003.

Referring now also to FIG. 12, an exemplary setup process 1200 is described. The exemplary setup process 1200 may include the steps of activating one or more user interface elements, which may include displaying a welcome message and displaying a profile setting prompt, receiving user input upon receiving the profile setting prompt, responding to a confirmed use The user enters to the user profile editing process, and exits the setting process in response to non-confirmed user input.

During the setting process 1200, one or more of the user interface elements may be activated for aesthetic purposes, so that the lamp 522 displays an aesthetic light pattern, and / or for functional purposes, so as to guide use throughout the setting process By. In some examples, one or more of the display elements (eg, display element 511) may be active to display one or more welcome messages 1202-1, 1202-2 (eg, "Thank you for choosing ..." or "Welcome to "...", the one or more welcome messages may be followed by, for example, one or more instructions or prompts 1204 for setting a user profile. The messages and / or instructions may be visible and / or audible via the user interface Components are provided. In some examples, the prompt 1204 may be displayed with preset selections, and the user may provide user input by operating one or more user controls. For example, the user may confirm the presets, such as by pressing a button Set a choice, or scroll to another of the available choices and then confirm the user-specified choice. In other examples, the user interface may be structured to enter UI elements such as via text or voice input Identify receiving straight Receive user input.

As shown in block 1208, the setting process 1200 may be terminated without performing the user profile editing process 1210. In this situation, the user process 1100 may proceed to an exercise program selection process, which may be performed at block 1130. start. The system may be configured to terminate the setup process in response to receiving an instruction to terminate the setup, as shown in block 1207. For example, the system may be configured to respond to the selection of a predetermined user control such as a pause / stop button 523 or another button such as an exit button, cancel button or end button (not shown) at any time during the setup process. Terminate the setup process 1200. In some examples, the user interface may display a profile setting prompt 1204-1, and the system may be configured to terminate the setting process in response to non-confirmed user input. For example, the user interface may be configured to receive user input in response to a profile setting prompt, such as a confirmation to proceed with the profile setting. In some examples, the system may be configured to terminate the setup process 1200 in response to a lack of user input over a predetermined time period (eg, 2 seconds, 3 seconds, 4 seconds, or other time periods). The user interface 500 may display a message 1206-1 indicating that the setting has been completed.

The user profile editing process may be initiated during the setup process 1200 as described above or at a later time, such as during the user selection process, which may start block 1116. As described, the user interface 500 may be configured to enable a user to select one of the stored user profiles. For example, as shown in block 1118, the user may press the user button 516, or operate another type of user control to select one of the plurality of stored user profiles as shown in block 1120. After selecting one of the stored profiles, the user can initiate the user profile editing process by operating one or more user controls in a predetermined manner. As shown in block 1104, the user profile editing process 1210 may return Should be initiated upon pressing and holding the user button for a time period (eg, 2 seconds, 3 seconds, or other time periods). To this end, the user interface 500 may be configured to display prompts 1204-8 to inform the user how to initiate a user profile editing process in order to edit the selected profile. In response to user input corresponding to the instruction 1204-8, the operation flow may proceed to the user profile editing process. The user can edit any profile in the stored profile by scrolling to that profile (or selecting a profile via a dedicated one of the plurality of user buttons) and initiating a user profile editing process.

During the user profile editing process, the user interface 500 may display a plurality of prompts (eg, prompts 1204-2, 1204-3, 1204-4, and 1204-5) and receive prompt user input. User input confirms the default value or a modified value designated for one or more of the profile parameters (e.g., the unit shown in box 1106, the user weight shown in box 1108, such as box 1110 The energized self-adjusting resistance function shown in the figure, the energized saving exercise function shown in block 1112, etc.). The user can confirm the selection (e.g., a preset value, a modified value) by pressing a button (e.g., pressing a resistance dial as shown in block 1114). The user profile editing process may be terminated at any time during the process by operating a predetermined user control (eg, pressing a pause / stop button 523, an exit button, a cancel button, an end button, or operating another user control).

During the pre-exercise state of the exercise system, the user interface enables the user to select an exercise program and / or make modifications to the selected exercise program. 13A and 13B show user interface elements associated with a program selection process, which may be initiated at block 1130 of the user flow 1100. An exemplary program selection process may include a step of displaying a preset exercise program (eg, manufacturing a preset program or a user profile preset program), which step may include displaying a preview of the preset program. The program selection process may include user selection, display Shows a preview of the selected exercise program, and displays a prompt to start the exercise program. In some examples, the process may include receiving user input to modify a selected program (eg, to add time or change resistance).

The program selection process may be initiated by displaying a preset exercise program. For example, as shown in block 1310 of FIG. 13A, a motion indicator for all segments in the selected sequence may be activated so that the user can imagine a complete exercise. Additionally or alternatively, the name of the selected sequence may be displayed on a user interface (eg, via display element 1315) and the sequence time may be displayed (eg, via display element 1311). The preset exercise program may be a manufacturing preset program (eg, by a preset sequence provided by the manufacturer). The preset exercise program may be based on a selected user profile (eg, by a sequence selected by the user as a preset sequence or by the user's last performed sequence). In some examples, displaying the preset exercise program may include displaying a preview of the preset exercise program. As shown in blocks 1320 and 1330, the user interface may be configured to display a preview of a preset exercise program by cycling through a timer associated with the exercise program. For example, for the illustrated preset program sprint, the user interface may illuminate the pattern of lights in block 1320 (ie, all eight rows of the first four rows are illuminated, and the remaining lights are not illuminated). The user interface can also display timers associated with sprint programs. These timers start from a 20-second work timer, cycle to a 10-second rest timer, and then cycle to a 60-second break timer, as in block 1330. As shown. The user interface may cycle through the timer at a predetermined frequency (eg, every 2 seconds, every 3 seconds, or another frequency). The user interface can be constructed to display previews until the user makes a selection or initiates a program.

The user interface may be configured to enable a user to select any exercise program among the plurality of exercise programs 1140, such as by pressing a program button corresponding to a desired program. Respond to a selection of another program (e.g., aerobics, exercise equipment, or manual as shown in block 1340) Programs), the user interface may display a preview of the selected program in a manner similar to that described above, such as by lighting lights associated with all segments in the sequence and cycling through timers associated with the respective sequences.

During the program selection process, the user can modify the selected program, such as by adding time to the selected program by pressing the add time button (block 1142) or changing the resistance by operating the resistance dial (block 1144). The user can initiate the selected program by pressing the start button (block 1146). The user interface may be configured to enable a user to select a guided exercise program (ie, a manual program) by pressing a manual program button or operating another user control. As shown in the user flow 1100, the user may adjust the resistance for a manual program, but may not add time, because manual programs are generally not associated with a predetermined sequence time. In some examples, the user interface may be configured to display a prompt to a user to initiate an exercise program. For example, the user interface may cycle through the messages in the display element 515 ("Press to start to start your workout") to display the name of the selected program.

FIG. 13B illustrates user interface elements for four exemplary programs, which are covered for illustration only, with arrow patterns showing small blocks of the lamp's startup sequence. In the example illustrated in FIG. 13B, the sprint exercise program (block 1350) includes 4 rounds, and each round includes 4 repetitions of a pair of sports. For a total exercise time of about 18 minutes and 20 seconds, each repetition lasts 20 seconds and a 10-second rest period is provided between each repetition, with a 60-second break period between rounds. The lights in this sequence are activated in a zigzag pattern within each round. As indicated by each light, the first repetition is followed by a rest cycle and each round is followed by an intermittent cycle. The aerobics exercise program (block 1352) includes 4 rounds. For a total work time of approximately 21 minutes, each round includes 1 repetition of each of eight unique exercises that last for 25 seconds and a 15-second break Provided in each Intermittent and 20-second break periods are provided between rounds. In this sequence, the lights are turned on sequentially from top to bottom until all the lights in the row have been turned on, which corresponds to the completion of each round.

The fitness equipment exercise program (block 1354) includes 8 rounds, starting from the first round of a 30-second repetition (as indicated by a single light in the far left row) that the user is guided to perform the first exercise, followed by Interrupted in 30 seconds. The first round is followed by the second round, which includes a 30-second repeat of the first movement (1 first column), followed by a 30-second repeat of the second movement (such as by two in the second row) (Indicated by the lamp), with no rest periods between repetitions. A 30-second break is provided after the second round, which is followed by the third round, which is repeated from 30 of the first movement in the first row, and then in the second and third rows. Every repetition of the exercise, without rest periods. A 30-second break is provided again after the third round, and the sequence continues by adding a new movement to the pyramid in each subsequent round until all 8 rounds have been performed. For a total exercise time of about 21.5 minutes, a rest period is not provided between repetitions, and a 30 second interval is provided between each round. In this sequence, the lights are activated in a staircase pattern from left to right, where each round accumulates extra motion until all eight rounds have been completed.

The manual exercise program (block 1356) may be a guided exercise in which the user does not provide guidance on the exercise to be performed, and the user interface may function to track only exercise metrics for the duration of the user-selected exercise. In some examples, the user interface may be configured to track manual exercise for up to 99:59 minutes. In manual mode, the motion indicator may be activated randomly or in a predetermined manner purely for decorative reasons. An example of a user interface element associated with a manual program is illustrated in FIG. 15. As shown in block 1510, the initial motion display area may be inactive (e.g., the motion display area may be unlit), and one or more of the elements of the information display area may be active to allow the user to exercise throughout Show exercise metrics as you move forward. When the user is exercising The work timer (block 1520) may be active. In some examples, the work timer activation and deactivation may be automatic based on the detected cable motion. In some examples, the activation and deactivation of the work timer can be controlled by the user, such as by pressing the start button to start the work timer and pressing the pause / stop button to deactivate the work timer. When the work timer is deactivated, the rest timer (block 1530) starts and remains active until the next work cycle. During exercise, continuously or periodically (eg, every 3 minutes, 4 minutes, 5 minutes, or others), one or more lights in the array may be illuminated in a pattern that is pleasant to the user. Patterns can be illuminated at regular intervals, which allows users to track time without referring to a timer. In some examples, the lights may be illuminated in the same pattern or different patterns over time. In some examples, the lighting of the lamp may be accompanied by, before or after, one or more sounds.

Referring back to FIG. 14, after the exercise program is initiated, the system may enter an exercise state during which the user interface may guide the user through the selected exercise program. FIG. 14 illustrates user interface elements at various stages during a sports program according to one embodiment. In the example in FIG. 14, the sprint program is selected and the user interface operates to activate and deactivate the exercise indicator 510 based on the selected program. For example, at the launch of a program, all of the motion indicators associated with the selected program may be illuminated (see block 1410). The user interface provides visible feedback on selected settings. For example, user buttons may be illuminated to indicate which user profile is active. In some examples, the program button corresponding to the selected program may be illuminated to indicate which exercise program has been selected. Alternatively or in addition, a display element (eg, display element 1415) may indicate a selected program.

The user interface may indicate user controls operable to modify a selected program during a workout. For example, the resistance dial can be illuminated to indicate that the user can change during exercise resistance. However, in some examples, user control of the activity does not require lighting. That is, one or more of the user controls (e.g., pause / stop button, add time button, volume button) may be unlit and still operable to effect changes during exercise. The user interface disables the corresponding lights when one or more segments are completed (see blocks 1420, 1430, 1440). For example, block 1420 shows the user interface when a work cycle (interchangeably referred to as a work interval) is started In time. As shown, the work timer is active and displays the total amount of time remaining for the work cycle. When the user performs an exercise, the time will count down. Block 1430 shows the rest period after the work interval in block 1420. A time snapshot of the user interface at startup. As shown, the break timer is active and shows the amount of time associated with the break period, and block 1440 shows a snapshot in time of the user interface when the break period starts after the first round of the show. As shown, the break timer is active and shows the amount of time remaining associated with the break period,

Referring back to FIG. 11, the user interface enables the user to change the resistance as shown in block 1152 to modify the exercise program (e.g., to add time as shown in block 1154), or to pause the exercise program or end before the program is complete The program, as shown in the user flow 1100, may be paused (see box 1160) in response to pressing the pause / stop button once (see box 1150) during the exercise (see box 1148) (see box 1160). A paused program may be restarted in response to pressing a start button (see box 1156) or another button such as pressing a selected program button or a resistance dial. In some examples, the system may be configured to receive an indication of the movement of any cable in the cable and may automatically restart the program in response to the pulling of the cable (see block 1156). In some examples, the system may be configured to end the program in response to pressing the pause / stop button a second time (block 1162).

The system can be configured to automatically save the user's exercise metrics, such as block 1164 As shown. In some examples, the system may be configured to automatically save the user's exercise metrics only when the exercise duration exceeds a predetermined exercise length (e.g., exercise metrics for exercises longer than 1 minute are automatically saved, and Workout metrics for exercises shorter than 1 minute are not automatically saved). The automatic saving function is user-configurable. The user interface may be configured to display a workout summary, as shown in block 1170. The system may return to pre-response in response to user input (e.g., pressing a pause / stop button) or in response to a lack of user input for a predetermined time duration (e.g., 3 minutes, 4 minutes, 5 minutes, or other time duration). Exercise status 1003. In the pre-workout state, the user interface may remain active (e.g., display information and / or be operable to receive user input) for a time period (e.g., 4 minutes, 5 minutes, 6 minutes, or other time periods), After this time period, the user interface may enter standby mode, such as to preserve power by deactivating (e.g., turning off) one or more UI components, as shown in blocks 1130, 1132, and 1134, as shown in block 1136. Indicates that operating a particular user control, or in some instances any of the user controls may return the user interface to active mode. In some examples, detecting movement of the cable may restart the user interface. The user flow may return to block 1130 from any function after a period of inactivity (eg, lack of user input) over a predetermined time period (eg, 4 minutes, 5 minutes, 6 minutes, or other time periods).

FIG. 16 is an illustration of user interface elements associated with a paused exercise program. The user interface enables a user to manually pause an exercise program, for example, by pressing a pause / stop button. In response to pressing the pause / stop button (as shown in block 1610) during the exercise program, the user interface may be configured to provide an intermediate program summary. For example, the user interface may activate lights associated with a segment (see block 1620) instead of displaying remaining motion segments (eg, lights for remaining repetitions). Additionally or alternatively, the user interface may display the total exercise for the entire portion of the exercise program measure.

The user interface may be configured to enable a user to reset the user interface by operating one or more user controls in a predetermined manner. Referring back to the example in FIG. 11, the reset process can be initiated by pressing and holding the pause / stop button 523 together with the add time button 527 for a time period (e.g., 2 seconds, 3 seconds, 4 seconds or more), such as Shown in block 1184. During the reset process, the user interface may display a reset menu (block 1180), which may display machine, software, and / or firmware information and prompts for confirmation to proceed with the reset. The user interface may receive a confirmation in response to a user operating a predetermined user control (eg, pressing a dial in block 1182) and completing the reset process. When the reset process is complete, all settings using the combination can be deleted and the system returns to its manufacturing settings. For example, you can delete any user profile that you previously created and saved. Therefore, when the system is started after the reset process, the system may proceed to the setup process 1200 described previously.

FIG. 17 is a front view of the exercise machine 1700 according to an embodiment. Exercise machine 1700 may include some or all of the components of exercise machine 100 in FIG. 1. For example, exercise machine 1700 includes a frame 1702 and a cable and pulley system (eg, cable and pulley system 120) that is operatively associated with frame 1702. Exercise machine 1700 includes handles 1710, which can be removably connected to one or more connection points of a cable and pulley system to enable a user to apply tension on one or more of the cables. The exercise machine 1700 includes a resistance assembly (not shown in this view) that is operatively associated with the frame 1702 and the cable and pulley system to apply resistance to the movement of the cable. The resistance assembly and the cable and pulley system may be at least partially enclosed by a housing 1750.

The frame 1702 may include a tower 1704 and a base 1706 adjacent to the tower 1704. In some examples, the base 1706 may abut a side of the tower 1704. In other examples, the base 1706 may extend at least partially below the tower 1704 and support the tower 1704. The tower 1704 may extend vertically from the base 1706. In some examples, the tower 1704 may be substantially perpendicular to the base 1706. The base 1706 may be configured to provide a support surface for a user.

The exercise machine 1700 may include one or more hand grips 1746 that may extend from the tower 1704. In some examples, one or more oblique stem rods 1748 may be between the tower 1704 and the base 1706. The grip and / or handle bar can be implemented using a tubular member. The tubular member may be arranged at a suitable position along the tower and / or the base to provide a convenient position for the user to hold tightly when performing the exercise, for example, to stabilize the user himself. In some embodiments, the handle bar 1748 may be equipped with one or more handle clasps 1749 for securing the handle 1710 when not in use. Additionally or alternatively, handle clips may be provided elsewhere, such as on the base 1706, the tower 1704, or an arm (not numbered) extending from the tower.

FIG. 17 illustrates one embodiment of a media holder that can be incorporated into a sports machine such as exercise machine 1700. 18A and 18B are partial isometric views of the exercise machine in FIG. 17 and a close-up view showing the media holder 1800. 19A and 19B show partial cross-sectional views of the media holder 1800. The media holder 1800 is structured to collectively refer to objects (e.g., multimedia devices such as smartphones, tablets, or printed media objects such as books, instruction manuals, or other types of electronic or printed media, collectively referred to as media devices ) Fasten to exercise machine 1700. In the illustrated embodiment, the exercise machine 1700 includes a console 1780 that is operable to change one or more settings (eg, resistance, exercise mode, etc.) of the exercise machine 1700. The media holder 1800 is positioned next to the console 1780 in this embodiment, and specifically above the console 1780. In other embodiments, the media holder 1800 may be located elsewhere, such as below the console, Adjacent to the side of the console, or elsewhere on the tower, regardless of whether the exercise machine includes a console. In a further embodiment, the media holder 1800 may be provided on an extension arm that may be hinged to and / or near the console.

In some embodiments, the media device can supplement the functionality of the console. For example, the media device may be a printed media item (eg, an instruction manual), and the printed media item may include exercise information supplementing the information displayed via the console. In still further embodiments, the media device may provide some or all of the functions instead of the console. For example, the media device may be an electronic media device (eg, a tablet computer) that may be configured to be communicatively coupled to the exercise machine and operable to execute a user interface as described herein. In such examples, the exercise machine may not include a console and some functions of the exercise machine may be controlled in part by electronic media devices. The media holder 1800 may be adjustable to accommodate different types of media devices. In some embodiments, the media holder can be a first configuration that can be configured to secure electronic media devices, and can further be configured to secure print media (e.g., as shown in FIG. 18B Spiral binding booklet).

The media holder 1800 includes a support structure configured to support a media device (eg, a spiral-bound booklet 1801) at least partially at a desired location on the exercise machine. The media holder 1800 further includes a fastening structure configured to hold the media device in a desired position so as to reduce or prevent movement of the media device during use of the exercise machine and / or the media device. In some embodiments, the fastening structure may include one or more components movably coupled to the support structure to adapt the media holder to devices of different shapes or sizes. The media holder may include a track associated with the support structure, and one or more components of the fastening structure may be movably connected to the support structure via the track. In some embodiments, the track may be in the form of one or more slots, rails, or a combination thereof.

In the embodiment in FIGS. 18 to 19, the media holder 1800 includes a support structure in the form of a media tray 1810. The base 1812 of the media tray 1810 provides a bottom support surface of the support structure, and the support member 1814 behind the media tray 1810 provides a support surface behind the support structure for supporting the media device in a desired position and orientation. The base 1812 and / or the rear support member 1814 may be integrally formed with the housing or they may be joined to the housing 1750 using known techniques. The media tray 1810 is configured substantially vertically such that the media device is supported in a generally upright orientation. By being disposed substantially vertically, it is implied that the back 1814 of the media tray is generally perpendicular to the base 1812 or is slightly inclined relative to the vertical (eg, at most about 35 degrees). In other embodiments, a larger tilt may be used depending on the position of the media tray on the frame 1702 and / or based on the user's desired positioning during use of the machine.

In some embodiments, the media tray 1810 or a portion thereof may be part of the housing 1750. For example, the base 1812 and / or the rear support member 1814 may be provided by one or more surfaces of a housing (eg, a surface defining a recess in a portion of the housing 1750, such as above the console 1780). In other embodiments, the media tray 1810 or a portion thereof may be coupled to the housing 1750. In some embodiments, the media tray 1810 or a portion thereof can be movably coupled to the housing 1750.

In the illustrated embodiment, the rear support member 1814 is provided by a movable cover plate 1826. The movable cover plate 1826 may be movably and in some cases pivotally connected to the frame 1702 to provide access to a storage chamber 1752 located behind the rear support member 1814. In the illustrated embodiment, the cover plate 1826 is pivotally connected to the housing 1750 along the top edge of the cover plate 1826, as shown in FIG. 19. The cover plate 1826 is hingedly connected to the housing at a hinge 1828 and may be closed via a closure mechanism 1833 (e.g., one or more of one or more recesses received along the bottom edge) Ears) fastened in a closed position. In some embodiments, the cover plate 1826 may be removably connected to the frame, such as using one or more ear pieces inserted into one or more recesses in the housing 1750 along one end of the cover, and on the opposite side of the cover A spring member is used everywhere to bias the ears towards the recess. The cover plate 1826, which may be made of rigid plastic, metal, or composite materials, may include a friction layer 1827, which may be provided as a coating (e.g., a rubber coating) as a friction increasing material or attached to the exposed side of the cover plate 1826 A thin sheet of friction increasing material (for example, a rubber sheet). The friction layer 1827 can further reduce the risk of the media device falling from the exercise machine by increasing the friction between the media device and the rear support member 1814.

The wall 1816 extends from the base 1812. The wall 1816 may be configured substantially vertically (eg, perpendicular to the base 1812 or inclined relative to the vertical, such as the same or similar angle as the rear support member 1814). In some examples, the wall 1816 and the rear support member 1814 may be substantially parallel to each other. The spacing between the wall 1816 and the rear support member 1814 is selected to allow the media device to be positioned behind the wall 1816 (ie, positioned between the wall 1816 and the rear support member 1814). The wall 1816 is set back relative to the front end of the base 1812 to allow the media device or a portion thereof to be positioned in front of the wall 1816. In some examples, the wall 1816 may be configured to support the media device at least partially on the wall itself (eg, on a lip extending from the wall), or across the wall. In some embodiments, wall 1816 may include spaced apart wall portions (eg, left wall portion 1816-1 and right wall portion 1816-2) to accommodate the spine or spiral binding of print media. The base spike 1817 may be positioned in the gap between the wall portions 1816-1, 1816-2 for fastening a spiral binding such as a spiral-bound booklet 1801 as shown in FIG. 18B.

The media holder 1800 includes a fastening structure in the form of a movable member 1840. In the illustrated embodiment, the movable member 1840 is slidably engaged with the support structure and due to This is interchangeably referred to as the slider 1840. The slider 1840 is slidable in a slot 1830 formed in the movable cover plate 1826. In other embodiments, instead of the slot, the slider may be slidable along a rail provided on the support structure. Other mechanisms (eg, magnetic, spring-loaded, latched) can be used to secure the structure of the media holder.

20A and 20B, components and operation of one embodiment of the slider will now be described. The slider 1840 includes a first flange 1842 and a second flange 1844 that are spaced and connected by pillars 1846, respectively. The knob 1850 is connected to the second flange 1844. The knob 1850 includes a knob clasp 1852 and a knob spike 1854 extending from opposite sides of the knob shaft 1856. The knob spike 1854 is sized so that it can be inserted at least partially into the aperture defined by the spiral binding 1803 of the spiral binding booklet 1801. One or both of the spikes 1817 and 1854 may be tapered. The thickness of the knob spikes 1854 and similar base spikes 1817 may be different along the length of each spike so as to accommodate spiral binding of different diameters. That is, the thickness of each spike can be narrower at the free end and therefore can be inserted into a narrower binding, and wider at the attachment end for fastening the wider binding. The knob clasp 1852 is configured to bias the media device toward the media tray 1810. The knob clasp 1852 may include an end portion 1853 that is configured to spring back and forth (eg, as shown by arrow 1851) to bias the media device toward the media tray 1810.

The slider may be made (eg, molded) of a plastic material such as rubber. The slider can be frictionally held in the slot 1830. When inserted into the slot 1830 (see the cross-sectional view in FIG. 21), the first flange 1842 and the second flange 1844 are positioned on opposite sides of the cover plate, and the pillar 1846 passes through the slot 1830. The interval between the flanges 1842, 1844 (i.e., the length of the pillar 1846) may be slightly smaller than the thickness of the plate 1826 (i.e., the depth of the slot), so that the flanges 1842, 1844 press against the defined narrowness of the cover plate 1826 Part of the groove 1830 and thereby frictionally holds the slider 1840 at Slot 1830. Additionally or alternatively, the pillar 1846 may be sized for interference fit within the slot 1830. For example, the pillar 1846 may have a diameter slightly larger than the width of the slot, thereby causing friction between the wall of the slot 1830 and the pillar 1846. The friction applied by the flanges and / or struts is low enough to allow the user to slide the slider 1840 along the slot 1830, but it is sufficient to prevent the slider 1840 from moving in the absence of user-applied force. In this way, the slider is frictionally held in the desired position along the slot without using any biasing components (e.g. springs), which can provide a simpler, lower cost and / or lower maintenance solution .

In some embodiments, the movable member (e.g., slider 1840) may be a support structure that is removably connected to the media holder so that replacement or interchangeability of movable members in different shapes or sizes is enabled Sex. Referring back to FIGS. 18A and 19, the slot 1830 may include, for example, an opening 1832 at the bottom end of the slot. The opening 1832 may have a larger diameter than the diameter of the first flange 1842 to allow the slider 1840 to be pulled out of the slot 1830 when positioned at the position of the opening 1832. In other embodiments, the top flange and the bottom flange may alternatively be detachable to allow the slider 1840 to be removed from the slot 1830. The slider 1840 is operatively associated with the media tray 1810 of the media holder to enable reconfiguration of the media holder 1810 between the first configuration and the second configuration. The slider 1840 may include a sign to indicate the proper orientation of the slider associated with each of the configurations. For example, the top surface of the knob 1850 may include a first logo 1858-1 associated with a first configuration of the media holder 1800.

During normal use, the user can hold the knob 1850 to rotate the slider 1840 within the slot 1830 and orient the slider 1840 according to the first sign 1858-1 (for example, an arrow pointing down to the base of the support structure and pointing to the first sign ) To provide a media holder in a first configuration for securing a first type of media device (eg, an electronic media device). Available with First Sign 1858-1 In contrast, a second flag 1858-2 is provided that can be associated with the second configuration. During normal use, a user may rotate the slider 1840 within the slot 1830 to orient the slider 1840 according to the second logo 1858-2 (eg, with an arrow pointing down to the second logo) to place the media holder 1800 Provided in a second configuration for securing a second type of media device (e.g., print media). In some implementations, the media holder 1800 may be configured to secure additional types of media devices, and the slider 1840 may therefore include additional logos. For example, a third sign may be provided that instructs the user to orient the slider in a third orientation (e.g., orthogonal to the first and second orientations) relative to the support structure to secure a further type Media equipment. Additional fastening features for these configurations can be provided along the other side of the knob.

To fasten a first type of media device, such as an electronic media device, the slider 1840 is rotated so that the clip 1852 is directed downwardly toward the base 1812 of the media tray 1810. The media device is placed in a media tray, for example, resting on the base 1812 and the rear support member 1814. The media device can be placed behind the wall 1816 to reduce the movement of the bottom end of the media device and thereby reduce the risk of the media device falling from the exercise machine. The slider 1840 then moves down the slot to position at least a portion of the clip 1852 on the top portion of the media device, thereby securing the media device in the media holder. For relatively thin media devices, the slider can be moved downwards until the knob shaft 1856 is generally close to the media device. For relatively thick media devices, the clasp 1852 can be deformed to bias the media device toward the rear support member 1814, but the top of the media device does not need to contact the knob shaft 1856 to secure the media device.

To fasten a second type of media device, such as a printed media item in the form of a spiral-bound booklet 1801 (shown in FIG. 18B), the slider 1840 is rotated and the knob spikes 1854 point downwards toward the base 1812. The spiral-bound booklet 1801 is placed in the media tray, for example For example, where the spiral-bound booklet 1810 rests on the base 1812 and the base spikes 1817 are inserted into the bottom opening defined by the spiral-bound booklet 1803 of the booklet. The pages of the spiral-bound booklet 1801 can be positioned in front of the wall 1816 to enable a user to turn the pages without removing the booklet from the media holder. The slider 1840 then moves down the slot 1830 to secure the spiral-bound booklet 1801 in the media holder 1800. The slider 1840 moves down until the knob spikes 1854 are inserted into the top opening defined by the spiral binding 1803 of the booklet, thereby securing the booklet in place. Spiral-free print media can also be fastened in the media holder, for example by inserting the base and media spikes between the cover and the spine or placing the spikes at the folds between pages of the book In front of books.

As previously described, the base 1706 may be configured to provide a support surface for a user. In one embodiment (see FIG. 22), the support surface is provided by a platform 1760. The platform 1760 may include a plurality of interlocking slats 1900. The platform 1760 may be movably connected to the frame 1702. In other words, the platform 1760 and / or the individual slats 1900 are not rigidly connected to the frame but may instead be allowed to move slightly when the machine is in use (eg, left and right or front and back). In the illustrated embodiment, the platform 1760 is designed to rest on a platform profile 1762 of the base 1706. The base 1706 may include a plurality of beams 1705 that are joined together to form a support structure for the platform 1760 (also known as a peripheral beam assembly). The perimeter beam assembly defines an opening sized to fit the platform 1760. The platform may be substantially flush with or slightly below the upper surface of the perimeter beam assembly. The platform profile 1762 may be formed by the beam itself, such as by an L-shaped depression extending along the inside of one or more of the beams in the peripheral beam assembly. In other embodiments, an L-shaped bracket may be attached to the inside of the beam to serve as a platform profile 1762.

In the illustrated embodiment, eight separate slats are joined in an interlocking manner to form Platform 1760. In other embodiments, a different number of slats may be used. In the illustrated embodiment, each slat 1900 has a generally trapezoidal shape, and the plurality of slats 1900 are assembled into a platform 1760 having an irregular hexagonal shape. The individual slats may have different shapes depending on the overall shape of the platform 1760 in other embodiments.

FIG. 23 shows an isometric view of a single slat 1900. The slats 1900 have a first main side 1902 and a second main side 1904, respectively. The first main side 1902 of the assembled slats provides a support surface for the exercise machine. The first main side 1902 may include surface features 1903 (eg, ribs, grooves, diamond-shaped pedals) and / or coatings to improve traction. The second main side 1904 may include features for attaching a support (eg, a rubber strut) to minimize deflection of the slat during use of the machine (eg, when a user is standing on a platform). The slat 1900 includes a first opposite secondary side 1906 and a second opposite secondary side 1908, respectively. The first opposite secondary side and the second opposite secondary side include interlocking features for assembling the slat 1900 into a platform 1760. In this embodiment, the interlocking feature includes a longitudinal groove 1920 along one of the opposing secondary sides 1906 and 1908, and a longitudinal protrusion 1922 along the other of the opposing secondary sides 1906 and 1908. The protrusions and grooves are constructed so that the protrusions of one slat fit into the grooves adjacent to the slat. The protrusions and grooves can be sized for interference fit so that the slats 1900 can be frictionally held together to allow the platform 1760 to be assembled before the platform 1760 is joined to the frame 1702. In other embodiments, the protrusions and grooves can be sized for clearance or tolerance fit, and the platform can place the slats individually and interlock the slats to the board that is already on the base The strip comes directly assembled on the base. In some embodiments, the slats are constructed such that in the case of an assembled platform, the individual slats can be moved relative to each other and relative to the frame. In a further embodiment, the interlocking feature may alternatively be an upper half and a lower half that may or may not be fastened by additional fasteners.

The slat 1900 may have a generally hollow interior provided by longitudinal channels 1916 that extend between the secondary sides 1912 and 1914. The channel 1916 is defined by vertical ribs 1918, which provide structural support and reduce deflection of the upper major surface (e.g., surface 1902). The slats can be made from plastic or composite materials (eg, fiber reinforced plastic (FRP)), for example, by known casting, molding, extrusion, or pultrusion processes. For example, the slats can be molded or cast into their almost final individual shape and size. In other examples, individual slats can be cut to size from larger extruded or pultruded sections.

All relative or directional references (including: up, down, up, down, left, right, left, right, top, bottom, side, above, below, front, middle, back, vertical, horizontal, etc. ) Is given by way of example to help the reader understand the specific implementations described herein. It should not be construed as a requirement or limitation, especially as regards positioning, orientation, or use, unless specifically stated in the scope of the patent application. Connection references (eg, attachment, coupling, connection, joining, etc.) are broadly understood and may include intermediate members between connected elements and relative movement between the elements. Thus, a connection reference does not necessarily mean that two elements are directly connected and in a fixed relationship to each other, unless specifically stated in the scope of a patent application.

Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the presently disclosed embodiments are taught by way of example and not by way of limitation. Therefore, things contained in or described in the above descriptions should be interpreted as illustrative and not in a limiting sense. The following patent application scope is intended to cover all the general and specific features described herein, and all statements in the scope of the method and system may be said to fall between them for linguistic reasons.

Claims (61)

A motion system includes a user interface for an exercise machine, the user interface including: a motion display area configured to activate one or more motions in a plurality of motion indicators in a predetermined sequence An indicator to display a motion sequence; and a control area including at least one mode control operable to change one of the one or more motion indicators to initiate a sequence. For example, the motion system of the first patent application range, wherein the motion display area includes a plurality of lights, each of which corresponds to one of the plurality of motion indicators. For example, the motion system of item 2 of the patent application, wherein the plurality of lights include at least two lights of unique colors, and each of the lights of unique colors is associated with a same movement type. For example, the motion system of claim 2 or 3, wherein the motion display area includes a light array arranged in m columns and n rows. For example, the motion system of the fourth scope of the patent application, wherein the motion display area includes a lamp with the same number of columns and rows. If you apply for the motion system of item 4 or 5, the lamps in each column have the same color. For example, the motion system of any one of claims 4 to 6 of the patent application scope, wherein the lamps in each row have a different color. For example, the motion system of any of claims 4 to 7, wherein the user interface is structured in response to a selection of a first mode to activate one of the rows before activating any of the lights in another row. All such lights. For example, a motion system according to any one of claims 4 to 8, wherein the user interface is constructed in response to a selection of a second mode to activate one of the lights in a row before activating any of the lights in another line. All such lights. For example, a motion system according to any one of claims 4 to 9, wherein the user interface is configured to activate all of the lights in one row in response to a selection of a third mode, and then activate the other rows. Less than all of these lamps. For example, the motion system according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the user interface is configured to activate the plurality of motion indicators according to a plurality of predetermined sequences, and each of the plurality of predetermined sequences is constructed For a predetermined period of time. For example, the motion system of claim 11 in which all the sequences in the plurality of predetermined sequences are constructed to last a same period of time. For example, the motion system according to any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the user interface further includes a pause control configured to temporarily suspend the sequence. For example, the motion system according to any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the user interface further includes a timer, the timer is configured to provide a time indication associated with a sport or a group of sports, the An indication of one of the rest periods following the exercise or the set of exercises, or both. For example, the motion system of claim 14 in which the timer is a first timer, the first timer is configured to provide the time indication associated with a sport or a group of sports, and the user interface further It includes a second timer that is configured to provide the indication of the rest cycle after the exercise or group of exercises. For example, a motion system according to any one of claims 1 to 15, wherein the user interface is structured to activate one or more according to a first sequence in response to a selection of one of a plurality of modes. A plurality of motion indicators, the user interface is further configured to separate from the motion display area in response to a selection of another one of the plurality of modes. For example, the motion system according to any one of claims 1 to 16, wherein the user interface is associated with a motion machine, the motion machine includes a tower, and the tower at least partially closes a cable and a pulley system. For example, the motion system of claim 17 further includes the exercise machine, wherein the exercise machine further includes a resistance motor operatively coupled to the cable and pulley system. For example, the motion system of claim 18, wherein the motion machine is configured to change a resistance provided by the resistance motor in response to an input received through the user interface. For example, the motion system of claim 18 or 19, wherein the resistance motor includes a fan and a flywheel driven by a common shaft. For example, the motion system of claim 20, wherein the user interface further includes a resistance control, and the resistance control is configured to select a level of resistance provided by the flywheel. For example, the exercise system with the scope of claims 17 to 21 further includes the exercise machine, and the user interface is provided on a console of the exercise machine. For example, the motion system of claims 17 to 22 further includes the motion machine, and the motion display area, the control area, or both are located on the tower. For example, the motion system of claims 17 to 23 further includes the exercise machine, and wherein the user interface is at least partially provided on a console, and the console is movably connected to the tower. For example, the motion system for patent applications Nos. 1 to 16 further includes: A exercise machine includes: a cable and pulley system; a resistance motor operatively engaged with the cable and pulley system; and a wireless communication interface for communicatively coupling the exercise machine to a A portable computing device; and a non-transitory computer-readable medium containing executable instructions for providing the user interface on the portable computing device. A moving machine includes: a tower that encloses a cable and pulley system; a base that is positioned adjacent to the tower; a plurality of handles that are operatively coupled to the cable and pulley system and are constructed to Extending from the tower; and a drag motor operatively coupled to the cable and pulley system and including a fan and a flywheel driven by a common shaft. For example, the motion machine of claim 26, wherein the flywheel includes an eddy current brake. For example, the motion machine with the scope of patent application No. 26 or 27, wherein the fan and the flywheel are coaxially aligned. For example, the exercise machine according to any one of claims 26 to 28, wherein the fan and the flywheel are coupled to the common shaft through respective one-way clutches. For example, an exercise machine according to any one of claims 26 to 29, wherein at least one of the cable and the pulley system is connected to a bias system, the bias system is configured to be Wait for the handles to return the multiple handles to the retracted position. For example, the exercise machine according to any one of claims 26 to 30, wherein the cable and pulley system includes a plurality of cables that are wired to the resistance motor through a plurality of pulleys. For example, the exercise machine according to any one of claims 26 to 31, wherein the plurality of handles include a lower left handle and a lower right handle, and an upper left handle located above each of the lower left handle and the lower right handle. And upper right handle, and a left middle handle and a right middle handle respectively located between each of the upper left handle and the lower left handle and between the upper right handle and the lower right handle. For example, the exercise machine with the scope of patent application No. 32, wherein the cable and pulley system includes a first left cable connecting the upper left handle and the left middle handle, and a first connecting the right upper handle and the right middle handle Right cable. For example, the exercise machine with the scope of patent application No. 33, wherein the cable and pulley system further includes a second left cable connecting the lower left handle to a fixed frame and a first cable connecting the lower right handle to the fixed frame. Two right cables. For example, the exercise machine of claim 34, wherein the first cable and the second cable are connected by a floating pulley. For example, the exercise machine according to claim 34 or 35, wherein the second left cable and the second right cable are routed through the resistance motor. For example, the exercise machine according to any one of claims 34 to 36, further comprising at least one axially extendable member connected to the second left cable and the second right cable. Two cables and the fixed frame. For example, the exercise machine according to claim 37, wherein the at least one axially extendable member includes an elastic rope, and the elastic rope is connected to the second cables using a floating pulley. For example, the motion machine under the scope of patent application item 37, wherein the axially extendable member is The second cables are connected to each of the second cables at a position between the resistance motor and the respective anchor points of the second cables. For example, the exercise machine according to any one of claims 26 to 39, further comprising a user interface. The user interface includes: a motion display area configured to start a plurality of motions in a predetermined sequence. One or more motion indicators in the indicator to display a motion sequence; and a control area including at least one mode control operable to change one of the one or more motion indicators to activate a sequence. A exercise machine comprising: a frame including a tower; a resistance mechanism coupled to the frame; a cable and pulley system coupled to the frame and operatively associated with the resistance mechanism; And a media holder configured to secure a media device to the frame, wherein the media holder includes a support structure, a track associated with the support structure, and movably connected via the track A sliding member to the supporting structure, wherein the sliding member can be adjusted to a plurality of positions along a length of the track, and wherein the sliding member is configured to be maintained at the positions by the friction between the sliding member and the track; Any of multiple positions. For example, the exercise machine for claim 41, wherein the support structure includes a base and a rear support member, the rear support member is angled to the base, and the slider is operatively coupled to the rear support member to change A distance between the slider and the base. For example, the exercise machine according to claim 42, wherein the track is a vertical slot extending along a length of the rear support member. For example, the exercise machine of claim 42 in which the supporting structure includes a wall extending from the base. For example, the exercise machine for which the patent scope is 42, wherein the slider includes a knob spike and wherein the media holder includes a base spike, the base spike extends from the base and is disposed the same as the knob spike In a vertical plane. For example, the exercise machine according to claim 45, wherein the supporting structure includes a wall extending from the base, and wherein the base spike is located in a gap between a left portion and a right portion of the wall. For example, the exercise machine of claim 41, wherein the rear support member is movably coupled to the frame. The exercise machine as claimed in claim 47, wherein the rear support member is pivotally coupled to the frame. For example, the exercise machine according to claim 42, wherein the frame includes a storage chamber, and the rear supporting member covers an opening of the storage chamber. For example, the exercise machine with the scope of patent application No. 41, wherein the media holder can be assembled in a first configuration for fastening an electronic media device to the exercise machine, and can be assembled in a second Configured for securing a print medium to the exercise machine. For example, the exercise machine under the scope of patent application 41 further includes a console incorporated in the tower, and wherein the media holder is adjacent to the console. An exercise machine includes: a frame including: A tower; and a base positioned adjacent to the tower; a resistance mechanism coupled to the frame; a cable and pulley system coupled to the frame and operatively associated with the resistance mechanism; and A platform coupled to the base, the platform including a plurality of interlocking slats. For example, the exercise machine with the scope of patent application No. 52, wherein the platform is supported in a recess defined by the base. For example, the exercise machine for patent application No. 52, wherein the platform is slidable laterally relative to the base. For example, the exercise machine of claim 52, wherein the platform rests on a wall extending at least partially along an inner periphery of one of the bases. For example, a motion machine with a scope of application for patent No. 52, wherein the slats are movably coupled to the base. For example, the exercise machine under the scope of application No. 52, wherein each of the slats has a hollow interior. For example, the exercise machine of claim 52, wherein each of the slats includes a plurality of longitudinal channels. For example, the exercise machine of claim 52, wherein each of the slats has a trapezoidal shape. For example, the exercise machine of the scope of patent application No. 52, wherein each of the interlocking slats includes a protrusion extending longitudinally along one side of the slats, and further includes a pair of opposing slats along one of the slats. A groove extending longitudinally from the side, the protrusion is configured to fit into a groove of an adjacent slat. For example, a motion machine with a scope of application for patent No. 52, wherein the upper surface of the slats, the lower surface of the slats, or both include surface features that are constructed to increase friction.