TW202224723A - Detachable exercise tracking accessory - Google Patents

Abstract

A detachable exercise tracking accessory is configured to connect to a dumbbell or a barbell. The tracking accessory includes an identifier that identifies weight information about the dumbbell or barbell included on an indicator on the dumbbell or barbell. The tracking accessory includes an exercise sensor that detects movement of the user and counts exercise reps based on the movement.

Description

Detachable training tracking accessory

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS: This application claims priority to US Provisional Application No. 63/073,081 filed on September 1, 2020, which is hereby relied upon and incorporated herein in its entirety to Reference.

This case involves detachable training tracking accessories.

Exercise is an important aspect of physical and mental health. Many people train to build strength, improve well-being, socialize, and for many other reasons. Some exercises involve the user moving a specially sized weight around. Some users may hold a dumbbell in each hand and train while holding the dumbbells. Some users may grasp the bar with one or both hands and train while holding the bar. Many exercises are repeated while holding dumbbells or barbells. A user may often wish to track the number of repetitions of a workout, the weight of the workout, and/or the type of workout.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory includes a housing. The training sensor and weight identifier are located in the housing. The attachment is configured to releasably secure the housing to the movable counterweight. In some embodiments, the movable weight includes a handle and a plurality of weight plates. The weight plate is configured to be releasably secured to the grip and includes an indicator that indicates weight information about the weight plate. In some embodiments, the attachment is a permanent magnet configured to magnetically secure the tracking accessory to one of the plurality of weight plates.

In other specific embodiments, a method for tracking training includes securing a tracking accessory to a weight plate of a dumbbell. Dumbbells include an indicator with weight information. Use the identifier on the tracking accessory to identify weight information. The method further includes analyzing the training using a training sensor in the tracking accessory.

This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, which are further explained in the embodiments below. This summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the technical subject matter claimed herein, nor is it intended to limit the scope of the technical subject matter claimed.

Additional features and advantages are set forth in the following description, some of which may be apparent from reading the description, or may be learned by practice of the teachings herein. The features and advantages of these embodiments may be realized and obtained by means of the instrumentalities and combinations particularly pointed out in the appended claims. These and other features may be apparent from a reading of the following specification and appended claims, or learned by practice of these specific embodiments.

The present disclosure generally relates to devices, systems, kits, and methods for training systems and tracking training using weights, such as dumbbells and barbells. The user may attach a detachable motion tracking accessory (hereinafter referred to as the "Tracking Accessory") to the counterweight. The tracking accessory can then detect the weight of the weights and track workouts performed with the weights. Tracking accessories can track the number of repetitions of a training, can analyze the posture of repeated movements, and can prompt the user about various training elements. This may improve the training experience by reducing the amount of information the user needs to enter and/or track, allowing the user to focus on training. This can further improve the user experience by automating weights and repetitive motion tracking.

FIG. 1 is a representation of a user 100 training with weights 102 . In the particular embodiment shown, the user 100 is performing a bicep curl, and the weights 102 are free weights (eg, dumbbells or barbells). The counterweight 102 has a weight (eg, 10 pounds, 5 kilograms, etc.). To perform a bicep curl, the user 100 extends his arm to the extended position 104 and flexes his arm at the elbow to lift the weight 102 to the retracted position 106 . The weights follow the training path 108 .

User 100 may attach tracking accessory 110 to weight 102 . The tracking accessory 110 can collect information about the counterweight 102 . For example, the tracking accessory 110 may determine the weight of the counterweight 102 . In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 110 may include one or more sensors. For example, the tracking accessory 110 may include an accelerometer. The accelerometer may collect information about the movement of the tracking accessory 110 (and thus the weight 102 ), such as tracking the path of the accessory 110 along the training path 108 .

By analyzing the information from the accelerometer, the tracking accessory 110 can analyze portions of the training. For example, the tracking accessory 110 may determine when the user has completed a repetitive motion (eg, when the tracking accessory 110 has followed the full training path 108, when the user has completed a biceps curl in the particular embodiment shown). In some examples, the tracking accessory 110 may determine the number of repetitions performed by the user (eg, the number of times the tracking accessory 110 follows the training path 108, the number of bicep curls completed in the embodiment shown). This can help the user track his workouts without actually writing down the number of repetitions performed, and/or without having to count them in his head. In this way, the user may have an improved training experience by being more focused on the training activity.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 110 can analyze the posture of the user 100 . For example, for a given workout (eg, a bicep curl in the embodiment shown), the tracking accessory 110 may compare the training path 108 of the user 100 to a stored model training path. The tracking accessory 110 may provide feedback in a notification or prompting gesture as to how close the training path 108 is compared to the stored model training path. For example, if the training path 108 closely follows the model training path (eg, no more than 25% change, no more than 15% change, no more than 10% change, no more than 5% change, no more than 1% change), then The tracking accessory 110 may provide the first notification. If the training path 108 does not closely follow the model training path (eg, has more than 25% change, more than 15% change, more than 10% change, more than 5% change, more than 1% change), the tracking accessory 110 A second notification different from the first notification may be provided. This can alert the user 100 about the gesture she is using. In this way, the user 100 can monitor her posture throughout the training session, thereby reducing the chance of injury and increasing the effectiveness of the training activity.

Tracking accessory 110 may be removably attached to weight 102 . For example, when user 100 begins training, she may pick up tracking accessory 110 and attach it to weight 102 . As will be discussed herein, the user 100 may attach the tracking accessory 110 to the weight 102 at or near an indicator on the weight 102 , and the identifier in the tracking accessory 110 may automatically identify the position of the weight 102 . weight. Tracking accessory 110 may be releasably secured to counterweight 102 . For example, the tracking accessory 110 may be magnetically secured to the counterweight 102 . In some examples, the tracking accessory 110 may be mechanically secured to the counterweight 102, such as with clips, fasteners, or other mechanical accessories. In other words, in some embodiments, the tracking accessory 110 is not permanently attached to the weight 102 .

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 110 can determine when the training is complete. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may determine that the training session is complete if the tracking accessory 110 (and thus, the weight plate) has not moved for a period of time. In some embodiments, the time period may be in a range with an upper limit value, a lower limit value, or an upper limit value and a lower limit value, including 1 second, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 15 seconds, 20 seconds, 30 seconds, Any of 45 seconds, 60 seconds, 90 seconds, 120 seconds, 180 seconds, or any value in between. For example, the time period may be greater than 1 second. In another example, the time period may be less than 180 seconds. In some examples, the time period may be greater than 180 seconds. In other examples, the time period can be any value in the range between 1 second and 180 seconds. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 5 seconds to ensure exercise completion. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 15 seconds to ensure exercise completion. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 30 seconds to ensure that the workout is complete and/or that the user 100 has rested.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 110 may provide prompts or notifications to the user 100 . For example, the tracking accessory 110 may be the user's next exercise when the user 100 completes a cycle, when the user 100 completes a set (eg, a set of cycles), when the user 100 completes an activity, and when the rest period ends , other activities, and combinations of them, provide perceptible cues (eg beeps, pre-recorded sounds). Each notification or prompt can use the same or a different sound.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 110 may provide other cues or notifications, such as visual cues (eg, flashing lights, changes in the display) or physical cues (eg, vibrations transmitted to the user 100 via the weights 102).

2 is an illustration of a training kit 212 including a tracking accessory 210 connected to a weight 202 in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. In the particular embodiment shown, the counterweight 202 is a free weight (eg, not connected to a larger counterweight machine operated by cables and/or guides). For example, the weights 202 may be configured to be held by one hand (eg, a dumbbell), two hands (eg, a barbell), or any other type of free weight.

In some embodiments, the weights 202 may be fixed weights. For example, the grip 214 may be permanently attached to the weight plate 216 . In some embodiments, the weights 202 may be adjustable weights. For example, the grip 214 can be separated from the weight plate 216 and the weight plate 216 can be removably attached to the grip 214 . In some embodiments, the weight plate 216 on the grip 214 may be manually replaced by the user. In some embodiments, the weights 202 may be associated with a bracket that automatically connects the one or more weight plates 216 to the grips 214 based on a user-selected weight.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 210 may be attached to any portion of the weight 202 . For example, in the particular embodiment shown, the tracking accessory 210 is attached to the outer surface 218 of the weight plate 216 . In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 210 may be attached to various portions of the weight plate 216 , such as the inner surface 220 or the support surface 222 of the weight plate 216 . In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 210 may be attached to different portions of the counterweight 202 . For example, the tracking accessory 210 may be attached to the grip 214 .

In the particular embodiment shown, the outer surface 218 and the inner surface 220 are transverse to (eg, not parallel to) the handle 214 , the inner surface 220 faces the handle 214 and the outer surface 218 faces away from the handle 214 . Furthermore, in the particular embodiment shown, the support surface 222 is parallel or approximately parallel to the grip 214 and may be transverse to the outer surface 218 and the inner surface 220 . Accordingly, the counterweight 202 may be supported by the support surface 222 when the counterweight 202 is resting on the floor.

3 is a representation of the outer surface 318 of the weight plate 316 and the inner surface 324 of the tracking accessory 310 in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. The illustrated weight plate 316 includes at least one indicator 326 . Indicator 326 includes weight information about a counterweight (eg, counterweight 202 of FIG. 2 ). For example, the indicator 326 may include the weight of the weight, the tracking number of the weight, the location of the weight, other weight information, and combinations thereof.

Tracking accessory 310 includes identifier 328 . Identifier 328 may be configured to read, interpret, or otherwise retrieve weight mass information from indicator 326 . For example, indicator 326 may be a series of indentations and ridges arranged in a pattern on the body of weight plate 316, and identifier 328 may include one or more scanners (eg, optical cameras or other scanners) that scan The scanner can measure and interpret patterns of dimples and ridges. In some examples, the indicator 326 may be an RFID tag, and the identifier 328 may retrieve the counterweight information from the RFID tag or retrieve information from an entry in a database associated with the RFID. In some examples, indicator 326 may be any type of indicator, such as barcode, text, any other indicator, and combinations thereof.

In some embodiments, in order to connect the tracking accessory 310 to the weight plate 316 , the inner surface 324 of the tracking accessory 310 may be placed on (eg, above) or near the indicator 326 . In some embodiments, the identifier 328 may be aligned with the indicator 326 . In some embodiments, the identifier 328 may be placed near the indicator 326 within the sensing range of the identifier 328 . The sensing range may depend on the identifier 328 and the indicator 326 . For example, the identifier 328 may be placed within the line of sight of the indicator 326 . In some examples, the identifier 328 may be placed within the RFID sensing range of the indicator 326 .

In some embodiments, weight plate 316 may be automatically attached to a grip (eg, grip 214 of FIG. 2 ) using a bracket. Thus, the weight plate 316 may be part of an adjustable dumbbell system. In some embodiments, the outermost weight plate 316 may include weight information for each weight plate 316 attached to the grip. Thus, when the user attaches the tracking accessory 310 to the weight plate 316, the tracking accessory 310 can receive information for the entire dumbbell, not just the outermost weight plate 316 to which the tracking accessory 310 is attached. In some embodiments, the cradle can include a wireless communication device, and the identifier 328 can include a wireless receiver. The cradle can transmit the weight information to the tracking accessory 310 wirelessly (eg, via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, other wireless technologies).

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 310 may include one or more attachments 330 (eg, connectors). Attachment 330 may secure tracking accessory 310 to weight plate 316 . In the particular embodiment shown, the weight plate 316 is made of a magnetic material, such as steel. The attachment 330 is made of permanent magnets. Thus, when the tracking accessory 310 is placed on the weight plate 316 , the attachment 330 may be magnetically attached to the weight plate 316 . The attachment 330 may have a magnetic strength sufficient to secure the tracking accessory 310 to the weight plate 316 during training, including during training cycles and during placement of the weight plate 316 on a weight frame or the ground.

In some embodiments, the attachment 330 may be mechanical. For example, the attachments 330 may be protrusions inserted into mating notches or cavities in the weight plate 316 . In some examples, attachment 330 may be a clip, hook, threaded connection, or other mechanical attachment mechanism.

In the particular embodiment shown, tracking accessory 310 includes training sensor 332 . For example, training sensor 332 may be any sensor that collects training information, such as accelerometers, pressure sensors, gyroscopes, other training sensors, and combinations thereof. In some embodiments, training sensor 332 may collect motion information for tracking accessory 310 . In some embodiments, the training sensor 332 may be connected to the recognizer 328 . When the identifier 328 detects the indicator 326, the training sensor 332 may begin to sense and record the training movement. In this manner, the training sensor 332 may not collect and detect movement of the tracking accessory 310 when the tracking accessory 310 is not connected to the weight plate 316 .

In some embodiments, training sensor 332 may be located within housing 334 of tracking accessory 310 . In some embodiments, the training sensor 332 may be located on the surface of the housing 334 . In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 310 may include multiple training sensors 332 located in different locations to detect and record different movements and types of movements.

4 is a representation of the outer surface 418 of the weight plate 416 and the inner surface 424 of the tracking accessory 410 in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. In the particular embodiment shown, outer surface 418 includes indicator 426 . Indicator 426 is a visual indicator of the weight of weight plate 416, the entire dumbbell, or the entire barbell. Indicator 426 includes a series of ridges and depressions stamped, machined, or otherwise stamped on outer surface 418 of weight plate 416 . Such indicators 426 are often used for free weights in commercial or home gyms to visually identify the weight being used.

In some embodiments, the identifier 428 may identify the weight by scanning or otherwise measuring the indicator 426 . For example, the identifier 428 may include a camera, and the identifier 428 may use image recognition to identify the weight. In this manner, tracking accessory 410 may be used with any counterweight and may not require counterweight plate 416 with indicator 426 that mates with identifier 428 . This can make the tracking accessory 410 more versatile and user friendly.

FIG. 5 is a top-down representation of training kit 512 . According to at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure, the training kit includes a weight plate 516 to which the tracking accessory 510 is attached. In the particular embodiment shown, the training kit 512 includes a grip 514 and two weight plates 516 . The illustrated counterweight plate 516 is a hexagonal prism. It should be understood, however, that the weight plate 516 can be any shape, including cylindrical, spherical, cubic, cuboid, prismatic with any number of sides (eg, triangular prism, square prism, pentagonal prism, heptagonal prism) shape prism, octagonal prism, 9-sided prism, decagonal prism, n-sided prism, where n is any integer), and combinations thereof.

The weight plate 516 includes an indicator 526 on the support surface 522 . This allows the user to easily select the weight plate 516 when the weight plate 516 is resting on the weight rack or on the floor. The user may place the tracking accessory 510 on the support surface 522 above the indicator 526 . In this way, the user can use a fixed free weight, such as found in many commercial and home gyms.

In some embodiments, indicator 526 may include display 536 . Display 536 may present training information, including repetitions, sets, workouts, posture quality, calories burned, rest time, other training information, and combinations thereof.

FIG. 6 is a representation of the outer surface 638 of the tracking accessory 610 . Outer surface 638 may include display 636 . Display 636 may include one or more display fields (collectively 640). For example, display 636 may include display fields 640 for workout type 640-1, weight 640-2, sets/reps 640-3, calories 640-4, timer 640-5, and pose 640-6.

In some embodiments, the user may enter or select information displayed in display field 640 . For example, the user may enter a training type 640-1. In some examples, the user may enter the target number of sets displayed in field 640-3 and the target number of repetitions in each set. In some examples, the user may enter an entire training sequence, including cycles of one or more of workouts, sets, repetitions, rest durations, and the like. When the user completes (eg, reaches a predetermined number or goal included in the training sequence) a workout, set, rest, or other training activity, the tracking accessory 610 may change the display field 640 to the next workout, set, rest, or on Additional training activities in pre-established cycles.

In some embodiments, tracking accessory 610 may determine to display at least a portion of the information displayed in field 640 . For example, using exercise and training data collected by a training sensor (eg, training sensor 332 of FIG. 3 ), tracking accessory 610 can determine the type of training (eg, bicep curl, bench press, military press, deep squat).

In some examples, tracking accessory 610 may determine the number of repetitions performed by the user and display the number of repetitions performed on display 636 . The number of repetitions per repetition can be determined by the user performing the full or partial training movement. For example, if the user performs 99% of the training movement, 95% of the training movement, 90% of the training movement, 85% of the training movement, 80% of the training movement, 75% of the training movement, or anything in between value, the number of repetitions can be counted once. When completed, each repetition performed may be displayed in display field 640-3. Additionally, tracking accessories can provide audible notifications when repetitions are complete, such as beeps, tones, pre-recorded voices that count each successive rep, and combinations thereof.

In some embodiments, the display 636 may be updated when the tracking accessory 610 changes from the first weight to the second weight. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 610 may include a first input button 642-1 and a second input button 642-2. The user can change the information on the display 636 using one or both of the first input button 642-1 and the second input button 642-2. For example, the user may advance to the next workout type by pressing the first enter button 642-1. In some examples, the user can change to the previous workout type by pressing the second enter button 642-2. This may allow the user to control which parts of the workout are focused and/or repeated based on preference and/or physical ability. In some embodiments, the input button 642-2 may be a physical button. In some embodiments, the input button 642-2 may be an input command on a graphical user interface (GUI) of a touch screen display. In some embodiments, a user may enter information into tracking accessory 610 using a remote device, such as a computing device, mobile device, or other remote device.

In some embodiments, display 636 may include target information on the display. For example, display fields 640 may include a target weight to select, a target number of sets and/or repetitions, a preview of the next workout, a preview of the next rest period, and the like. In some embodiments, gesture display 640-6 may include graphics, gifs, animations, videos, or other visualizations of appropriate gestures for training. For example, posture display 640-6 may display an image of an athlete performing a selected workout, or may provide shadows or dashed lines for appropriate (eg, ergonomic to avoid injury and muscle-specific) postures for the training activity. In some embodiments, based on the training movement information collected from the training sensors, the gesture display 640-6 can overlay the user's gesture on the target gesture so the user can compare his gesture to the target gesture.

FIG. 7 is a representation of a tracking accessory 710 in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. The tracking accessory 710 includes an identifier 728, which may be a sensor or other element configured to identify weight information from the weight plate. Tracking accessory 710 also includes a motion sensor 732, such as an accelerometer, gyroscope, or other motion sensor. The communication module 744 may be configured to communicate with other electronic devices, the Internet, cloud servers, and combinations thereof.

Training manager 746 includes a processor and memory including instructions that, when accessed by the processor, cause the processor to perform functions. Training manager 746 includes repetition counter 748 . The repetition counter may receive training exercise information from the training sensor 732 . The repetition counter can analyze the training movement to determine whether the repetitions have been completed. If the repetitions have been completed, the repetitions counter may add a count to the number of repetitions.

Training manager 746 also includes gesture analyzer 750 . Posture analyzer 750 may receive training movement information from training sensor 732 and compare the training movement to a model training posture. The pose analyzer 750 may provide a pose score that indicates how close the training motion is to the model training pose. Examples of gesture scores may include numerical scores (eg, 9/10), graded scores (eg, B+), percentage scores (eg, 88%), other gesture scores, and combinations thereof. This can help the user improve his or her posture, thereby reducing the risk of injury and improving the training of target muscles.

Training manager 746 includes calorie counter 752 . The calorie counter may receive weight information about the weights from identifier 728 , training movement information from motion sensor 732 , and training movement analysis from repetition counter 748 and/or posture analyzer 750 . A calorie counter can use this information to determine the number of calories burned. Calories burned may be presented in a display (eg, display 636 of FIG. 6 at calorie column 640-4).

Training manager 746 may also include training identifier 754 . A training identifier 754 can identify training that is being performed. For example, training identifier 754 may receive training movement information from training sensor 732 and training movement analysis from repetition counter 748 and/or posture analyzer 750 . In some embodiments, the training identifier 754 can determine the training being performed based on this information. In some embodiments, training identifier 754 may receive training being performed/to be performed from a third party, such as user input, a remote computing device, the cloud, another source, and combinations thereof.

8 is a representation of a training network 856 for tracking accessory 810 in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. The tracking accessory 810 may communicate with a network 856 (eg, the Internet, a local area network (LAN)). In some embodiments, tracking accessory 810 can communicate wirelessly with network 856, such as via a Wi-Fi connection.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory 810 can communicate with a computing device 860, such as a mobile device, laptop, or other computing device. In some embodiments, tracking accessory 810 may connect wirelessly to computing device 860, such as through a Wi-Fi connection, a Bluetooth connection, or otherwise wirelessly connect to the computing device. Computing device 860 may also be connected to network 856 .

In some embodiments, tracking accessory 810 can send and receive information to and from computing device 860 . For example, tracking accessory 810 may send and receive information directly and/or through network 856 . For example, the tracking accessory 810 may receive training program information, including exercises to be performed, weights to be used, set and repetition goals, and the like. In this way, the user can prepare and plan workouts to be performed, which can improve the training experience by allowing the user to customize the workouts according to her preferences and needs.

In some embodiments, tracking accessory 810 may transmit training information, including raw data from training sensors and/or identifiers, related to training (eg, bicep curls) and weight (eg, 20 pounds) associated sets and repetitions, posture analysis and/or performance, calorie counts, other training information, and combinations thereof. In this way, the user can analyze the data on her computing device to improve the training experience by allowing the user to view progress and target areas for improvement.

In some embodiments, cloud server 862 may communicate with tracking accessory 810 and/or computing device 860 via network 856 . Cloud server 862 may include training programs such as IFIT by ICON FITNESS. This program includes training plans, cycles and sequences designed for various training systems. The user can select a training program from the cloud server 862 and the training program can be sent to the tracking accessory 810 . This may allow the user to train with a virtual trainer and/or a remote training program in his or her own home.

9 is a representation of a method 964 for tracking training in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. The method 964 includes, at 966, securing the tracking accessory to the weight plate of the dumbbell. The weight plate may include an indicator (eg, indicator 326 of FIG. 3 ). The indicator may include weight information, such as the weight of the weight.

At 968, the counterweight information can be identified using an identifier on the tracking accessory. The identifier can be any identifier, including RFID readers, optical scanners, or other identifiers. The method 964 can include, at 970, analyzing the training using the training sensor. In some embodiments, training sensors may include accelerometers and/or gyroscopes.

In some embodiments, analyzing the workout may include counting repetitions (eg, the number of times) of movement of the tracking accessory and/or weight using a workout sensor on the training accessory. Analyzing the workout may also include analyzing the motion posture of the tracking accessory and/or the weight plate using the workout sensor.

In some embodiments, identifying the counterweight information may include measuring the pattern of ridges and/or dimples on the surface of the counterweight plate. In some embodiments, the method 964 may also include displaying training information on a display on the weight assembly. The display may include any display, including LCD displays, LED displays and OLED displays, touch screen displays, any other displays, and combinations thereof.

In some embodiments, method 964 may include performing a first exercise. After the user completes all or part of the first workout, method 964 may include using the tracking accessory to prompt the user to perform a second workout. Tracking accessories may use notifications to alert the user, such as audible notifications (eg, beeps, tones, noises, pre-recorded sounds), physical/tactile notifications (eg, vibrations), visual notifications (eg, blinking lights, lights mode, video), other notifications, and combinations thereof.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may determine that the workout is complete when the user completes a predetermined number of repetitions or sets of repetitions. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may determine that the training session is complete when the user returns the weight plate and attached tracking accessory to the location where he or she picked it up. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may determine that the workout is complete when the tracking accessory is removed from the weight plate. In some embodiments, when the user provides input to the tracking accessory indicating that the training has been completed, the tracking accessory may determine that the training has been completed.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may determine that the training session is complete if the tracking accessory (and thus, the weight plate) has not moved for a period of time. In some embodiments, the time period may be in a range with an upper limit value, a lower limit value, or an upper limit value and a lower limit value, including 1 second, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 15 seconds, 20 seconds, 30 seconds, Any of 45 seconds, 60 seconds, 90 seconds, 120 seconds, 180 seconds, or any value in between. For example, the time period may be greater than 1 second. In another example, the time period may be less than 180 seconds. In some examples, the time period may be greater than 180 seconds. In other examples, the time period can be any value in the range between 1 second and 180 seconds. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 5 seconds to ensure exercise completion. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 15 seconds to ensure exercise completion. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 30 seconds to ensure that the workout is complete and/or that the user has rested.

In some embodiments, prompting the user to initiate a second workout may include providing a workout type and/or workout weight for the second workout. In some embodiments, prompting the user to begin the second exercise may include providing tutorials or instructions on how to complete the second exercise.

10 is a representation of a tracking accessory 1010 in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. Tracking accessory 1010 may be configured to attach to dumbbells or other weights of a weight training device. In the particular embodiment shown, the tracking accessory 1010 is hexagonal (eg, hexagonal). In other words, the tracking accessory 1010 has a hexagonal cross-section. It should be understood, however, that the tracking accessory 1010 may have a cross-section of any shape, including circular, triangular, square, pentagonal, heptagonal, octagonal, any number of polygonal sides, non-polygonal, or any other shaped cross-section section.

Tracking accessory 1010 may include attachment 1030 . In some embodiments, the attachment 1030 may be magnetic. In some embodiments, the attachment 1030 may be a permanent magnet. In some embodiments, the attachment 1030 may be a magnetic coating around the outer surface of the tracking accessory 1010 . Tracking accessory 1010 can be configured to connect to the weight at attachment 1030 such that attachment 1030 can contact the weight.

Attachment 1030 has an attachment profile. The attachment profile may be the three-dimensional shape of the outer surface of the attachment 1030 . In some embodiments, the weights may include complementary weight plate profiles. When the tracking accessory 1010 is connected to the counterweight, the attachment 1030 can be nested within the counterweight such that the profile of the attachment matches the profile of the counterweight.

FIG. 11 is a representation of a counterweight 1102 in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. In the particular embodiment shown, the weights 1102 are dumbbells. It should be understood, however, that the weights 1102 may be any type of weights, including weight plates, dumbbells, kettlebells, exercise ropes or chains, or any other type of weights.

The counterweight 1102 includes a counterweight plate 1116 . The weight plate 1116 may include a tracking accessory receiver 1172 . Tracking accessory receiver 1172 may be configured to receive a tracking accessory (eg, tracking accessory 1010 of FIG. 10 ). In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver 1172 may be a notch in the weight plate 1116 . In the particular embodiment shown, the notch has a weight plate profile that is complementary to the attachment profile of the attachment (eg, attachment 1030 of FIG. 10 ). Thus, it can be seen that the tracking accessory receiver 1172 shown has a hexagonal profile. However, it should be understood that the weight plate profile may not be complementary to the attachment profile.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver 1172 can be made of a magnetic material so that the receiver can easily secure the tracking accessory to the weight plate 1116 . In some embodiments, the entire weight plate 1116 may be made of a magnetic material. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver 1172 may include a magnetic coating.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver 1172 may be a notch in the outer surface 1118 of the weight plate 1116 . In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver 1172 may include a protrusion or wall from the outer surface 1118 of the weight plate 1116 . In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver 1172 may include a notch and a wall protruding from the outer surface 1118 of the weight plate 1116 .

In the particular embodiment shown, the tracking accessory receiver 1172 is centered on the outer surface 1118 of the weight plate 1116 (eg, opposite the grip). It should be understood, however, that the tracking accessory receiver 1172 may be located anywhere on the weight plate 1116. For example, the tracking accessory receiver 1172 may be located near the outer edge 1174 of the weight plate, on the inner surface 1120 of the weight plate 1116, or on any other location on the weight plate.

12 is an illustration of a training kit 1212 having a tracking accessory 1210 connected to a weight plate 1216 in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. According to specific embodiments of the present disclosure, the tracking accessory 1210 is magnetically connected to the weight plate 1216 at the tracking accessory receiver 1272 . In this manner, the tracking accessory 1210 is securely fastened to the weight plate 1216 during training.

13 is an illustration of a training kit 1312 including a tracking accessory 1310 connected to a kettlebell 1376 in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. In the particular embodiment shown, the tracking accessory 1310 is connected to the bell 1378 or ball of the kettlebell 1376 . Bell 1378 may include a tracking accessory receiver 1372 that may receive tracking accessory 1310 .

14 is an illustration of a training kit 1412 including a tracking accessory 1410 connected to a weight plate 1416 in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure. In the particular embodiment shown, the weight plate 1416 is configured to connect to a barbell, such as a barbell used for squats or bench presses. Industrial availability

In some embodiments, the user may use free weights (eg, dumbbells or barbells) for weight training, such as bicep curls. A counterweight has a weight (eg, 10 pounds, 5 kilograms, etc.). To perform a bicep curl, the user extends his arm to the extended position and bends his arm at the elbow to lift the weight to the retracted position. The weights follow the training path.

The user may attach the tracking accessory to the counterweight. Tracking accessories can collect information about weights. For example, a tracking accessory can determine the weight of the counterweight. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may include one or more sensors. For example, the tracking accessory may include an accelerometer. The accelerometer can collect information about the movement of the tracking accessory (and thus the weights), such as the path of the tracking accessory along a training path.

By analyzing the information from the accelerometer, the tracking accessory can analyze parts of the training. For example, the tracking accessory may determine when the user has completed a repetition (eg, when the tracking accessory follows a complete training path, when the user completes a biceps curl in the particular embodiment shown). In some examples, the tracking accessory may determine the number of repetitions performed by the user (eg, the number of times the tracking accessory follows the training path). This can help the user track his workouts without actually writing down the number of repetitions performed, and/or without having to count them in his head. In this way, the user may have an improved training experience by being more focused on the training activity.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory can analyze the user's gestures. For example, for a given workout (eg, a bicep curl in the embodiment shown), the tracking accessory may compare the user's training path to a stored model training path. The tracking accessory can provide feedback in the gesture of notification or prompt about how close the training path is compared to the stored model training path. For example, if the training path closely follows the model training path (e.g., no more than 25% change, no more than 15% change, no more than 10% change, no more than 5% change, no more than 1% change), then track The accessory can provide the first notification. If the training path does not closely follow the model training path (eg, has more than 25% variation, more than 15% variation, more than 10% variation, more than 5% variation, more than 1% variation), the tracking accessory can provide A second notification different from the first notification. This can remind the user about the gesture she is using. In this way, the user can monitor her posture throughout the training session, thereby reducing the chance of injury and increasing the effectiveness of the training activity.

The tracking accessory can be removably attached to the counterweight. For example, when the user starts training, she can pick up the tracking accessory and attach it to the weights. As will be discussed herein, a user may attach a tracking accessory to the weight at or near an indicator on the weight, and an identifier in the tracking accessory may automatically identify the weight of the weight. The tracking accessory can be releasably secured to the counterweight. For example, the tracking accessory can be magnetically fastened to the counterweight. In some examples, the tracking fitting may be mechanically secured to the counterweight, such as with clips, fasteners, or other mechanical fittings. In other words, in some embodiments, the tracking accessory is not permanently attached to the counterweight.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory can determine when a workout is complete. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may determine that the training session is complete if the tracking accessory (and thus, the weight plate) has not moved for a period of time. In some embodiments, the time period may be in a range with an upper limit value, a lower limit value, or an upper limit value and a lower limit value, including 1 second, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 15 seconds, 20 seconds, 30 seconds, Any of 45 seconds, 60 seconds, 90 seconds, 120 seconds, 180 seconds, or any value in between. For example, the time period may be greater than 1 second. In another example, the time period may be less than 180 seconds. In some examples, the time period may be greater than 180 seconds. In other examples, the time period can be any value in the range between 1 second and 180 seconds. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 5 seconds to ensure exercise completion. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 15 seconds to ensure exercise completion. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 30 seconds to ensure that the workout is complete and/or that the user has rested.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may provide prompts or notifications to the user. For example, a tracking accessory can be used when the user completes a cycle, when the user completes a set (eg, a set of cycles), when the user completes an activity, when the rest period is over, the user's next exercise, other activities, and combinations thereof, provide perceptible cues (eg beeps, pre-recorded sounds). Each notification or prompt can use the same or a different sound.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may provide other cues or notifications, such as visual cues (eg, flashing lights, changes in the display) or physical cues (eg, vibrations delivered to the user through the weight).

In some embodiments, the training kit may include a tracking accessory attached to the weight. The counterweight may be a free weight (eg, not attached to a larger counterweight machine operated by cables and/or guides). For example, weights may be configured to be held by one hand (eg, dumbbells), two hands (eg, barbells), or any other type of free weight.

In some embodiments, the weights may be fixed weights. For example, the grip can be permanently attached to the weight plate. In some embodiments, the weights may be adjustable weights. For example, the grip can be separated from the weight plate and the weight plate can be removably attached to the grip. In some embodiments, the user can manually replace the weight plate on the grip. In some embodiments, the weights can be associated with a bracket that automatically connects one or more weight plates to the grip based on a user-selected weight.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory can be attached to any portion of the weight. For example, in the particular embodiment shown, the tracking accessory is attached to the outer surface of the weight plate. In some embodiments, the tracking accessories may be attached to different parts of the weight plate, such as the inner surface or support surface of the weight plate. In some embodiments, the tracking accessories can be attached to different parts of the counterweight. For example, a tracking accessory can be attached to the grip.

In the particular embodiment shown, the outer and inner surfaces are transverse (eg, not parallel) to the grip, with the inner surface facing the grip and the outer surface facing away from the grip. Furthermore, in the particular embodiment shown, the support surface is parallel or approximately parallel to the grip and may be transverse to the outer and inner surfaces. Thus, when the weight is resting on the floor, the weight can be supported by the support surface.

The weight plate may include an outer surface and the tracking accessory may include an inner surface. The weight plate may include at least one indicator. The indicator includes weight information about the weight. For example, the indicator may include the weight of the weight, the tracking number of the weight, the location of the weight, other weight information, and combinations thereof.

Tracking accessories may include identifiers. The identifier may be configured to read, interpret, or otherwise retrieve the weight mass information from the indicator. For example, the indicator may be a series of indentations and ridges arranged in a pattern on the body of the counterweight plate, and the identifier may include one or more scanners (eg, optical cameras or other scanners) that can measure And decipher the pattern of dimples and ridges. In some examples, the indicator may be an RFID tag, and the identifier may retrieve the weight information from the RFID tag or retrieve information from an entry in a database associated with the RFID. In some examples, the indicator can be any type of indicator, such as barcode, text, any other indicator, and combinations thereof.

In some embodiments, in order to connect the tracking accessory to the weight plate, the inner surface of the tracking accessory may be placed on (eg, above) or near the indicator. In some embodiments, the identifier can be aligned with the indicator. In some embodiments, the identifier may be placed near the indicator within the sensing range of the identifier. The sensing range may depend on the identifier and indicator. For example, the identifier can be placed within the line of sight of the indicator. In some examples, the identifier may be placed within the RFID sensing range of the indicator.

In some embodiments, the weight plate can be automatically attached to the grip using a bracket. Therefore, the weight plate can be part of an adjustable dumbbell system. In some embodiments, the outermost weight plate may include weight information for each weight plate attached to the grip. Thus, when the user attaches the tracking accessory to the weight plate, the tracking accessory can receive information for the entire dumbbell, not just the outermost weight plate to which the tracking accessory is attached. In some embodiments, the stand can include a wireless communication device and the identifier can include a wireless receiver. The stand may wirelessly (eg, via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, other wireless technologies) transmit the weight information to the tracking accessory.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may include one or more attachments (eg, connectors). The attachment can secure the tracking accessory to the weight plate. In the particular embodiment shown, the weight plate is made of a magnetic material, such as steel. The attachments are made of permanent magnets. Thus, when the tracking accessory is placed on the weight plate, the attachment can be magnetically attached to the weight plate. The attachment may have a magnetic strength sufficient to secure the tracking accessory to the weight plate during training, including during training cycles and during placement of the weight plate on the weight frame or the ground.

In some embodiments, the attachment may be mechanical. For example, the attachments may be protrusions inserted into matching notches or cavities in the weight plate. In some examples, the attachment may be a clip, hook, threaded connection, or other mechanical attachment mechanism.

In the particular embodiment shown, the tracking accessory includes a training sensor. For example, the training sensor may be any sensor that collects training information, such as accelerometers, pressure sensors, gyroscopes, other training sensors, and combinations thereof. In some embodiments, the training sensor may collect motion information of the tracking accessory. In some embodiments, the training sensor may be connected to the recognizer. When the recognizer detects the indicator, the training sensor can begin to sense and record the training movement. In this way, the training sensor may not collect and detect movement of the tracking accessory when the tracking accessory is not connected to the weight plate.

In some embodiments, the training sensor may be located within the housing of the tracking accessory. In some embodiments, the training sensor may be located on the surface of the housing. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may include multiple training sensors located in different locations to detect and record different movements and types of movements.

According to at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure, the weight plate includes an outer surface and the tracking accessory includes an inner surface. In some embodiments, the outer surface includes an indicator. Indicators are visual indicators of the weight of the weight plate, entire dumbbell, or entire barbell. The indicator includes a series of ridges and depressions stamped, machined, or otherwise stamped on the outer surface of the weight plate. Such indicators are often used for free weights in commercial or home gyms to visually identify the weight being used.

In some embodiments, the identifier may identify the weight by scanning or otherwise measuring the indicator. For example, the identifier may include a camera, and the identifier may use image recognition to identify weight. In this way, the tracking accessory can be used with any counterweight and may not require a counterweight plate with an indicator that matches the identifier. This can make the tracking accessory more versatile and user-friendly.

According to at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure, a training kit includes a weight plate to which a tracking accessory is attached. In some embodiments, the training kit includes a grip and two weight plates. In some embodiments, the weight plate may be a hexagonal prism. It should be understood, however, that the weight plate can be of any shape, including cylinders, spheres, cubes, cuboids, prisms of any number of sides (eg, triangular prisms, square prisms, pentagonal prisms, heptagons prism, octagonal prism, 9-sided prism, decagonal prism, n-sided prism, where n is any integer), and combinations thereof.

The weight plate may include indicators on the support surface. This allows the user to easily select the weight plate when it rests on the weight rack or on the floor. The user can place the tracking accessory on the support surface above the indicator. In this way, the user can use a fixed free weight, such as found in many commercial and home gyms.

In some embodiments, the indicator may include a display. The display can present training information including repetitions, sets, training, posture quality, calories burned, rest time, other training information, and combinations thereof.

In some embodiments, the outer surface of the tracking accessory may include a display. A display can include one or more display fields. For example, the display may include display fields for workout type, weight, sets/reps, calories, timer, and pose.

In some embodiments, the user may enter or select information displayed in the display field. For example, the user can enter a training type. In some examples, the user may enter a target number of sets displayed in the fields and a target number of repetitions in each set. In some examples, the user may enter an entire training sequence, including cycles of one or more of workouts, sets, repetitions, rest durations, and the like. When the user completes (eg, reaches a predetermined number or goal included in the training sequence) a workout, set, rest, or other training activity, the tracking accessory can change the display field to the next workout, set, rest, or at a pre-established other training activities in the cycle.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory can determine at least a portion of the information displayed in the display field. For example, using movement and training data collected by training sensors, the tracking accessory can determine the type of training (eg, bicep curls, bench press, military press, squats).

In some examples, the tracking accessory can determine the number of repetitions performed by the user and display the number of repetitions performed on the display. The number of repetitions per repetition can be determined by the user performing the full or partial training movement. For example, if the user performs 99% of the training movement, 95% of the training movement, 90% of the training movement, 85% of the training movement, 80% of the training movement, 75% of the training movement, or anything in between value, the number of repetitions can be counted once. When completed, each repetition performed may be displayed in display field 640-3. Additionally, tracking accessories can provide audible notifications when repetitions are complete, such as beeps, tones, pre-recorded voices that count each successive rep, and combinations thereof.

In some embodiments, the display may be updated when the tracking accessory changes from the first weight to the second weight. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may include a first input button and a second input button. The user can use one or both of the first input button and the second input button to change the information on the display. For example, the user may advance to the next training type by pressing the first enter button. In some examples, the user can change to the previous workout type by pressing the second enter button. This may allow the user to control which parts of the workout are focused and/or repeated based on preference and/or physical ability. In some embodiments, the input button may be a physical button. In some embodiments, the input buttons may be input commands on a graphical user interface (GUI) of the touch screen display. In some embodiments, a user may enter information into the tracking accessory using a remote device, such as a computing device, mobile device, or other remote device.

In some embodiments, the display may include target information on the display. For example, the displayed fields may include a target weight to select, a target number of sets and/or repetitions, a preview of the next workout, a preview of the next rest period, and the like. In some embodiments, gesture displays may include graphics, gifs, animations, videos, or other visualizations of appropriate gestures for training. For example, a posture display may display an image of an athlete performing a selected workout, or may provide shadows or dashed lines for the appropriate (eg, ergonomic, injury-avoiding and muscle-specific) posture for the training activity. In some embodiments, based on training movement information collected from training sensors, the gesture display may overlay the user's gesture on the target gesture so the user can compare his gesture to the target gesture.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory includes an identifier, which may be a sensor or other element configured to identify weight information from the weight plate. Tracking accessories also include motion sensors, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, or other motion sensors. The communication module may be configured to communicate with other electronic devices, the Internet, cloud servers, and combinations thereof.

The training manager includes a processor and memory including instructions that, when accessed by the processor, cause the processor to perform functions. The training manager includes a repetition counter. The repetition counter may receive training motion information from the training sensor. The repetition counter can analyze the training movement to determine whether the repetitions have been completed. If the repetitions have been completed, the repetitions counter may add a count to the number of repetitions.

The training manager also includes a posture analyzer. The pose analyzer may receive training motion information from the training sensor and compare the training motion to the model training pose. The pose analyzer may provide a pose score that indicates how close the training motion is to the model training pose. Examples of gesture scores may include numerical scores (eg, 9/10), graded scores (eg, B+), percentage scores (eg, 88%), other gesture scores, and combinations thereof. This can help the user improve his or her posture, thereby reducing the risk of injury and improving the training of target muscles.

Training Manager includes a calorie counter. The calorie counter may receive weight information about the weight from the recognizer, training movement information from the motion sensor, and training movement analysis from the repetition counter and/or posture analyzer. A calorie counter can use this information to determine the number of calories burned. Calories burned can be presented in the display.

The training manager may also include a training identifier. The training recognizer can identify the training that is being performed. For example, the training recognizer may receive training motion information from a training sensor and training motion analysis from a repetition counter and/or a posture analyzer. In some embodiments, the training identifier can determine the training being performed based on this information. In some embodiments, the training identifier may receive training being performed/to be performed from a third party, such as user input, a remote computing device, the cloud, another source, and combinations thereof.

The tracking accessory can communicate with a network (eg, the Internet, a local area network (LAN)). In some embodiments, the tracking accessory can communicate wirelessly with a network, such as via a Wi-Fi connection.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory can communicate with a computing device, such as a mobile device, laptop, or other computing device. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may connect wirelessly to the computing device, such as via a Wi-Fi connection, a Bluetooth connection, or otherwise wirelessly connect to the computing device. The computing device may also be connected to a network.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory can send and receive information to and from the computing device. For example, tracking accessories can send and receive information directly and/or over a network. For example, a tracking accessory can receive training plan information, including workouts to be performed, weights to use, sets and repetition goals, and more. In this way, the user can prepare and plan workouts to be performed, which can improve the training experience by allowing the user to customize the workouts according to her preferences and needs.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may transmit training information, including raw data from training sensors and/or identifiers, associated with the training (eg, bicep curl) and weight (eg, 20 pounds) sets and repetitions, posture analysis and/or performance, calorie counts, other training information, and combinations thereof. In this way, the user can analyze the data on her computing device to improve the training experience by allowing the user to view progress and target areas for improvement.

In some embodiments, the cloud server may communicate with the tracking accessory and/or computing device via a network. The cloud server may include training programs such as IFIT from ICON FITNESS. This program includes training plans, cycles and sequences designed for various training systems. The user can select a training program from the cloud server, and the training program can be sent to the tracking accessory. This may allow the user to train with a virtual trainer and/or a remote training program in his or her own home.

In some embodiments, a method for tracking training includes securing a tracking accessory to a weight plate of a dumbbell. The weight plate may include an indicator. The indicator may include weight information, such as the weight of the weight.

Weight information can be identified using the identifier on the tracking accessory. The identifier can be any identifier, including RFID readers, optical scanners, or other identifiers. The method may include analyzing the training using the training sensor. In some embodiments, training sensors may include accelerometers and/or gyroscopes.

In some embodiments, analyzing the workout may include counting repetitions (eg, the number of times) of movement of the tracking accessory and/or weight using a workout sensor on the training accessory. Analyzing the workout may also include analyzing the motion posture of the tracking accessory and/or the weight plate using the workout sensor.

In some embodiments, identifying the counterweight information may include measuring the pattern of ridges and/or dimples on the surface of the counterweight plate. In some embodiments, the method may further include displaying training information on a display on the weight assembly. The display may include any display, including LCD displays, LED displays and OLED displays, touch screen displays, any other displays, and combinations thereof.

In some embodiments, the method can include performing the first exercise. After the user has completed all or part of the first workout, the method may include using the tracking accessory to prompt the user to perform a second workout. Tracking accessories may use notifications to alert the user, such as audible notifications (eg, beeps, tones, noises, pre-recorded sounds), physical/tactile notifications (eg, vibrations), visual notifications (eg, blinking lights, lights mode, video), other notifications, and combinations thereof.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may determine that the workout is complete when the user completes a predetermined number of repetitions or sets of repetitions. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may determine that the training session is complete when the user returns the weight plate and attached tracking accessory to the location where he or she picked it up. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may determine that the workout is complete when the tracking accessory is removed from the weight plate. In some embodiments, when the user provides input to the tracking accessory indicating that the training has been completed, the tracking accessory may determine that the training has been completed.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may determine that the training session is complete if the tracking accessory (and thus, the weight plate) has not moved for a period of time. In some embodiments, the time period may be in a range with an upper limit value, a lower limit value, or an upper limit value and a lower limit value, including 1 second, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 15 seconds, 20 seconds, 30 seconds, Any of 45 seconds, 60 seconds, 90 seconds, 120 seconds, 180 seconds, or any value in between. For example, the time period may be greater than 1 second. In another example, the time period may be less than 180 seconds. In some examples, the time period may be greater than 180 seconds. In other examples, the time period can be any value in the range between 1 second and 180 seconds. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 5 seconds to ensure exercise completion. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 15 seconds to ensure exercise completion. In some embodiments, it may be critical that the time period is greater than 30 seconds to ensure that the workout is complete and/or that the user has rested.

In some embodiments, prompting the user to initiate a second workout may include providing a workout type and/or workout weight for the second workout. In some embodiments, prompting the user to begin the second exercise may include providing tutorials or instructions on how to complete the second exercise.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may be configured to attach to dumbbells or other weights of the weight training device. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory may be hexagonal (eg, hexagonal). In other words, the tracking accessory has a hexagonal cross-section. It should be understood, however, that the tracking accessory may have any shaped cross-section, including circular, triangular, square, pentagon, heptagon, octagon, any number of polygonal sides, non-polygons, or any other shaped cross-section .

Tracking accessories may include attachments. In some embodiments, the attachment may be magnetic. In some embodiments, the attachment may be a permanent magnet. In some embodiments, the attachment may be a magnetic coating around the outer surface of the tracking accessory. The tracking accessory can be configured to connect to the weight at the attachment such that the attachment can contact the weight.

The attachment has an attachment profile. The attachment profile may be the three-dimensional shape of the outer surface of the attachment. In some embodiments, the weights may include complementary weight plate profiles. When the tracking accessory is connected to the counterweight, the attachment can be nested in the counterweight such that the profile of the attachment matches the profile of the counterweight.

In some embodiments, the weights may be dumbbells. However, it should be understood that the weights may be any type of weights, including weight plates, dumbbells, kettlebells, exercise ropes or chains, or any other type of weights.

The counterweight includes a counterweight plate. The weight plate may include a tracking accessory receiver. The tracking accessory receiver may be configured to receive the tracking accessory. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver may be a notch in the weight plate. In the particular embodiment shown, the recess has a weight plate profile that is complementary to the attachment profile of the attachment. Thus, it can be seen that the tracking accessory receiver 1172 shown has a hexagonal profile. However, it should be understood that the weight plate profile may not be complementary to the attachment profile.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver can be made of magnetic material so that the receiver can easily secure the tracking accessory to the weight plate. In some embodiments, the entire weight plate may be made of magnetic material. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver may include a magnetic coating.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver may be a notch in the outer surface of the weight plate. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver may include a protrusion or wall from the outer surface of the weight plate. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory receiver may include a notch and a wall protruding from the outer surface of the weight plate.

In the particular embodiment shown, the tracking accessory receiver is centered on the outer surface of the weight plate (eg, opposite the grip). It should be understood, however, that the tracking accessory receiver may be located anywhere on the weight plate. For example, the tracking accessory receiver may be located near the outer edge of the weight plate, on the inner surface of the weight plate, or on any other location on the weight plate.

According to specific embodiments of the present disclosure, the tracking accessory is magnetically connected to the weight plate at the tracking accessory receiver. In this way, the tracking accessory is securely fastened to the weight plate during training.

In some embodiments, a tracking accessory can be attached to a kettlebell in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, the tracking accessory is attached to the bell or ball of the kettlebell. The bell can include a tracking accessory receiver that can receive the tracking accessory.

In some embodiments, the tracking accessory can be attached to the weight plate. In some embodiments, the weight plate may be configured to connect to a barbell, such as a barbell used for squats or bench presses.

The following are portions of specific embodiments in accordance with the present disclosure

A tracking accessory comprising: a shell a training sensor located in the housing; an identifier located in the housing; and A connector configured to releasably secure the housing to a movable weight.

The accessory of section 1, wherein the connector is a permanent magnet.

The accessory of section 1 or section 2, wherein the training sensor is a repetition counter.

The accessory of any of sections 1-3, the accessory further comprising a display presenting training information received from the training sensor.

The accessory of any of Sections 1-4, the accessory further comprising a communication device that transmits data to or receives data from a computing device.

A training kit comprising: a grip; a plurality of weight plates configured to be releasably secured to the grip, and a weight plate of the plurality of weight plates including an indicator including information about the weight plate board weight information; and 1 Tracking accessories, including: an accelerometer; an identifier configured to receive the weight information from the indicator; and a connector configured to magnetically secure the tracking accessory to a weight plate of the plurality of weight plates.

The training kit of section 6, the tracking accessory further comprising a processor and memory, the memory containing instructions that, when accessed by the processor, cause the processor to receive training information from the accelerometer , and count the number of repetitions of a training.

The training kit of section 7, wherein the instructions cause the processor to analyze a training pose for the training.

The training kit of section 8, wherein the instructions cause the processor to provide a hint to a user about the training pose.

The training kit of any of sections 6 to 9, wherein the indicator includes one or more ridges disposed in an outer surface of the weight block in a pattern, the pattern encoding a weight of the counterweight, and wherein the identifier includes a sensor configured to measure the one or more ridges.

The training kit of any of sections 6 to 10, wherein the weight plate is made of a magnetic material and the connector is magnetically secured to the weight plate.

A method for tracking training, consisting of the following steps: Fix the tracking accessory to the weight plate of the dumbbell, the weight plate contains the indicator, the indicator contains the weight information, and the tracking accessory contains the identifier; Identify counterweight information using identifiers and indicators; and Use the training sensor in the tracking accessory to analyze training.

The method of section 12, wherein analyzing the workout includes using a workout sensor on the tracking accessory to count the number of repetitions of movement of the weight plate.

The method of section 12 or 13, wherein analyzing the training comprises: using a training sensor on the tracking accessory to analyze the posture of the movement of the weight plate.

The method of any of sections 12-14, wherein identifying the counterweight information includes measuring a pattern of ridges on the surface of the counterweight plate.

The method of any of sections 12-15, the method further comprising displaying training information on a display on the tracking accessory.

The method of section 16, wherein the training information includes a repetition count of the training.

The method of any of sections 12 to 17, wherein the exercise is the first exercise, and further comprising using a notification on the identifier to prompt the user to perform the second exercise.

The method of section 18, wherein prompting the user to initiate the second workout includes providing a workout type and/or workout weight for the second workout.

The method of section 18 or 19, the method further comprising determining that the first exercise is complete by determining that the tracking accessory has not moved for more than 30 seconds.

One or more specific implementations of the present disclosure are described herein. The specific embodiments described are examples of the presently disclosed technology. Additionally, in an attempt to provide a brief description of these specific embodiments, all features of an actual specific embodiment may not be described in the specification. It should be understood that in the development of any such actual implementation, such as in any engineering or design project, a number of decisions specific to specific embodiments will be made to achieve the developer's specific goals, such as compliance with system-related and business-related Relevant constraints, which may vary from embodiment to embodiment. Furthermore, it should be appreciated that such a development effort might be complex and time-consuming, but would nevertheless be a routine undertaking of design, fabrication, and manufacture for those of ordinary skill having the benefit of this disclosure.

The articles "a," "an," and "the" are intended to mean that there are one or more of the elements in the preceding description. The words "comprising," "including," and "having" are meant to be inclusive and mean that additional elements may be present other than the listed elements. In addition, it should be appreciated that references in this disclosure to "one specific embodiment" or "a specific embodiment" are not intended to be interpreted as excluding the existence of additional specific embodiments that also incorporate the recited features. For example, any element described in connection with a specific embodiment herein may be combined with any element of any other specific embodiment described herein. Numbers, percentages, ratios, or other values described herein are meant to encompass this value, as well as other "about" or "about" or "about" as would be understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to be encompassed by specific embodiments of the present disclosure. Other values around the stated value. Accordingly, the stated value should be interpreted broadly enough to encompass values that are at least close enough to the stated value to perform the desired function or achieve the desired result. The stated value includes at least variations expected in a suitable manufacturing or production process, and can include values within 5%, 1%, 0.1%, or 0.01% of the stated value.

Those skilled in the art of the present invention should understand from the present disclosure that equivalent interpretations do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure, and that various changes, substitutions, and alterations can be made to the specific embodiments disclosed herein without departing from spirit and scope of this disclosure. Equivalent interpretations (including the functional "means function" term) are meant to encompass structures described herein that perform the recited function, including equivalent structures that operate in the same manner, and equivalent structures that provide the same function. It is applicant's express intent not to invoke a means-function term or other functional claim for any claim unless the word "means" appears with the relevant function. Every addition, deletion, and modification of the specific embodiments that fall within the meaning and scope of the claimed item is included in the claimed item.

As used herein, the terms "approximately," "about," and "substantially" mean an amount approximating the specified amount that still performs a desired function or achieves a desired result. For example, the terms "about", "about" and "substantially" can mean within a range of less than 5%, within a range of less than 1%, within a range of less than 0.1%, and less than a percentage of the specified amount 0.01% amount. It should be understood that any directions or frames of reference in the foregoing description are only relative directions or movements. For example, any reference to "above" and "below" or "above" and "below" merely describes the relative position or movement of the relevant elements.

The present disclosure may be implemented in other specific postures without departing from the spirit or characteristics of the present disclosure. The specific embodiments are to be regarded as illustrative rather than restrictive. Accordingly, the scope of the disclosure is indicated by the appended claims, rather than by the foregoing description. Changes falling within the equivalent meaning and scope of the requested item shall be included within the scope of the requested item.

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In order to illustrate the manner in which the foregoing and other features of the disclosure may be obtained, it will be described more particularly with reference to specific embodiments illustrated in the accompanying drawings. For better understanding, the same elements are denoted by the same reference numerals in the various figures. While some of the drawings may be schematic or exaggerated representations of concepts, at least some of the drawings may be drawn to scale. It should be understood that the drawings depict some example embodiments, and will be described and explained with additional character and detail through the use of the drawings, in which:

1 is a representation of a user performing a workout in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present disclosure;

2 is a representation of a top view of a training kit in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure;

3 is a representation of an outer surface of a weight plate and an inner surface of a tracking accessory according to at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure;

4 is a representation of another outer surface of a weight plate and an inner surface of a tracking accessory in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present disclosure;

5 is a representation of another top view of a training kit in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present disclosure;

6 is a representation of a display of a tracking accessory in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present disclosure;

7 is a representation of a tracking accessory in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure;

8 is a representation of a training network in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present disclosure;

9 is a representation of a method for tracking training in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present disclosure;

10 is a representation of a tracking accessory in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present disclosure;

11 is a representation of a dumbbell in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure;

12 is a representation of a training kit in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 13 is a representation of another training kit in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure; and

14 is a representation of yet another training kit in accordance with at least one specific embodiment of the present disclosure.

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710: Tracking Accessories

728: Recognizer

732: Motion Sensor

744: Communication Module

746: Training Manager

748: Repeat counter

750: Posture Analyzer

752: Calorie Counter

754: Train Recognizer

Claims (10)

A tracking accessory comprising: a shell; a training sensor located in the housing; an identifier located in the housing; and A connector configured to releasably secure the housing to a movable weight. The accessory of claim 1, wherein the connector is a permanent magnet. The accessory of claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the training sensor is a repetition counter. The accessory of any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising a display that presents training information received from the training sensor. The accessory of any one of claims 1 to 4, further comprising a communication device that transmits data to or receives data from a computing device. A training kit comprising: a grip; a plurality of weight plates configured to be releasably secured to the grip, and a weight plate of the plurality of weight plates including an indicator including information about the weight plate board weight information; and 1 Tracking accessories, including: an accelerometer; an identifier configured to receive the weight information from the indicator; and a connector configured to secure the tracking accessory to a weight plate of the plurality of weight plates. The training kit of claim 6, the tracking accessory further comprising a processor and memory, the memory containing instructions that, when accessed by the processor, cause the processor to receive training from the accelerometer information, and count the number of repetitions of a training session. The training kit of claim 7, wherein the instructions cause the processor to analyze a training pose for the training. The training kit of claim 8, wherein the instructions cause the processor to provide a reminder to a user about the training pose. The training kit of any one of claims 6 to 9, wherein the indicator comprises one or more ridges disposed in an outer surface of the weight in a pattern, the pattern A weight of the counterweight is encoded, and wherein the identifier includes a sensor configured to measure the one or more ridges.

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