WO2015031572A1 - Système et procédé d'entraînement personnel - Google Patents

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WO2015031572A1
WO2015031572A1 PCT/US2014/053080 US2014053080W WO2015031572A1 WO 2015031572 A1 WO2015031572 A1 WO 2015031572A1 US 2014053080 W US2014053080 W US 2014053080W WO 2015031572 A1 WO2015031572 A1 WO 2015031572A1
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  • the present invention generally relates to the field of health and fitness. More particularly, the present invention relates to an exercise facility wherein members can exercise privately. Moreover, the present invention relates to a method and system for providing a user with an automated personal exercise program which can be automatically varied according to the user's needs.
  • Modern exercise equipment is typically capable of adjustment to accommodate different fitness levels, i.e., a difficulty or resistance setting is usually provided that can increase or decrease the amount of exertion that it takes to operate the machine, thereby making it possible for a single machine to accommodate users over a wide range of ability levels.
  • Gyms which include such exercise equipment are especially helpful and convenient for individuals who must sit at a desk and work during the day and get very little if any physical exercise, and for a relatively low monthly rate provides access to a fairly large number of exercise devices.
  • a strength program must be well planned in order to be effective.
  • a strength program may include exercises for every muscle group at resistance levels based on personal fitness levels. As fitness levels change, the resistance level should also be changed.
  • Planning and tracking is typically a manual process. Workouts are manually recorded in log books by either the client or his or her trainer, in the event that the trainer accompanies and is present with the client during the exercise program.
  • the present invention is directed to a personal training system and a process for generating and performing a personalized exercise regimen.
  • the present invention addresses the desire for users to work out in privacy, obtain an effective full body workout in a reasonable amount of time, and have access to all the necessary equipment during the workout or exercise regimen.
  • the system generally comprises a computerized system that generates a personalized exercise regimen for a user.
  • a plurality of booths are provided within an exercise facility, each booth defining an enclosed space configured to be used by a single user at a time and provide privacy to the user within the booth.
  • At least a plurality of the booths has a piece of exercise equipment disposed therein.
  • at least a plurality of the booths has a single piece of exercise equipment disposed therein.
  • the booths are arranged in a sequence in which the user is directed to perform different exercises corresponding to the computer-generated exercise regimen for that user.
  • Each booth is assigned a predetermined exercise to be performed by the user within the booth.
  • the computerized system coordinates the sequence of the user's personalized exercise regimen with the exercises assigned to the plurality of booths.
  • the user is directed to move from booth to booth according to a predetermined time limit for each booth.
  • a device may be used for administering a reaction test to the user before exercising.
  • the computerized system receives the user's reaction test results and adjusts the user's personalized exercise regimen according to predetermined reaction test result parameters.
  • a handheld electronic device which the user carries from booth to booth during the exercise regimen, is capable of interfacing with a computer of the computerized system and receiving and displaying data relating to the computer-generated exercise regimen for the user so as to direct the user to perform exercises within each booth according to the booth sequencing and exercise regimen generated by the computerized system for the user.
  • An electronic screen of the handheld electronic device displays user identification, a tutorial for the exercise, and a resistance or weight to be used during the exercise by the user.
  • Photos, videos, graphic images or animation are displayed on the display screen of the handheld electronic device that instruct the user how to perform the exercise within each booth.
  • the handheld electronic device directs the user to move from one booth to another in a predetermined sequence in order to complete the user's personalized exercise regimen.
  • the handheld electronic device is capable of inputting user performance results into the computerized system for exercises performed by the user.
  • the handheld electronic device includes a touch screen, a virtual keyboard or physical keys for inputting the user's performance results.
  • the computerized system automatically adjusts the user's exercise regimen according to the user's performance results input into the computerized system.
  • a personalized exercise regimen for a user is automatically generated by entering user-related data into a computerized system.
  • the user-related data includes the step of entering physical attributes of the user into the computerized system, such as age, gender, height, and/or weight.
  • the user-related data may also include entering resu lts of an initial fitness determination test performed by the user prior to exercising, such as a grip strength test performed by the user.
  • the user-related data entered into the computerized system may also include inputting user-desired fitness program into the computerized system, such as a selection from a general fitness program, weight management program, strength enhancing program, muscle toning program, and a muscle endurance program.
  • the user may perform a reaction test immediately prior to performing the sequences of exercises.
  • the user's personalized exercise regimen may be automatically adjusted, using the computerized system, based on the reaction test results.
  • a plurality of booths are provided in accordance with the present invention. Each booth is adapted for use by a single user at a time and each booth is configured to provide privacy to the user in the booth. Each booth is assigned an exercise to be performed in the user's exercise regimen. The user is directed from one booth to another in a predetermined sequence
  • a handheld electronic device carried by the user from booth to booth during the exercise regimen, may be utilized.
  • the device has the user's personalized exercise regimen stored thereon.
  • a software application and the user's personalized exercise regimen and data relating to the booth sequencing and exercises relating to each booth of the sequence is downloaded from a computer of the computerized system to the handheld electronic device.
  • Information relating to the exercise to be performed within the booth by the user, according to the user's personalized exercise regimen, may be displayed on an electronic display screen of the handheld electronic device.
  • a tutorial of how to perform the exercise to be performed within each booth may be displayed on the electronic display screen of the handheld electronic device.
  • the user exercise performance results may be entered into the handheld electronic device.
  • the user performance results may be transferred from the handheld electronic device to a computer of the computerized system.
  • FIGURE 1 is a perspective view of a plurality of booths of a workout area of an exercise facility, used in accordance with the present invention
  • FIGURE 2 is a front elevational view of an entrance to a booth
  • FIGURE 3 is a perspective view of a booth, having a wall removed therefrom for purposes of illustration, illustrating an entry, an exit, and an exercise device, in accordance with the present invention
  • FIGURE 4 is a fragmented perspective view of electrical outlet cutouts of a frame of the booth, used in accordance with the present invention
  • FIGURE 5 is a perspective view of electrical wiring and outlets disposed within the frame of the booth, in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIGURE 6 is a perspective view of a tool used for placing or removing walls of the booths
  • FIGURE 7 is a side diagrammatic view illustrating interconnection of locking members of booth members
  • FIGURES 8a and 8b are male and female interconnecting members, respectively, used in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIGURE 9 is a perspective view illustrating the movement of a wall of a booth, in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIGURE 1 0 is a front view of a booth having a wall removed therefrom and used in accordance with the present invention
  • FIGURE 1 1 is a perspective view of an exercise device attached to upper framework of a booth, in accordance with the present invention
  • FIGURE 1 2 is a diagrammatic view illustrating an exemplary computerized system used in accordance with the present invention
  • FIGURE 1 3 is a flowchart depicting the steps taken in assigning exercises to a plurality of booths used in accordance with the present invention
  • FIGURE 1 4 is a flowchart depicting the steps of a member or user registration, in accordance with the present invention
  • FIGURE 1 5 is a table depicting an exemplary workout regimen generated in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIGURE 1 6 is a diagrammatic view of an exercise facility embodying the present invention.
  • FIGURE 1 7 is a diagrammatic view of a plurality of booths assigned an exercise, in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIGURE 1 8 is a flowchart depicting making reservations for the exercise facility of the present invention.
  • FIGURE 1 9 is a table illustrating exemplary start times and flow through booths for several users or members of the present invention.
  • FIGURE 20 is a flowchart depicting the steps taken in cancelling an exercise session using the present invention.
  • FIGURE 21 is a flowchart depicting the steps taken in connection with automatically generating or modifying an exercise regimen for a user of the invention.
  • FIGURE 22 is diagrammatic view of an electronic screen displaying a reaction test to be taken by the user prior to exercising;
  • FIGURE 23 is a flowchart depicting the steps taken in connection with a user or member being advanced through the booths of the present invention
  • FIGURE 24 is a flowchart depicting member log in, in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIGURE 25 is a diagrammatic illustration depicting an electronic display screen for entering a user's membership identification
  • FIGURE 26 is a diagrammatic view of an electronic screen of a handheld electronic device illustrating a sequence selection, in accordance with the present invention
  • FIGURE 27 is a electronic screen of a handheld device displaying the option to obtain and download an exercise regimen workout, in accordance with the present invention
  • FIGURE 28 is an electronic screen of a handheld device displaying notification to advance into a booth and begin the workout session, in
  • FIGURE 29 is a diagrammatic view illustrating a handheld electronic device with a screen providing a tutorial of an exercise to be performed in a booth and a virtual keyboard for entering a number of repetitions, in
  • FIGURE 30 is a diagrammatic view of a user exercising while viewing the display screen of the handheld electronic device, in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIGURES 31 -36 are diagrammatic views of an electronic screen of a handheld device displaying electronic pages directed to various exercises to be performed in different booths of the user's exercise regimen, in accordance with the present invention.
  • the present invention is directed to a training system and method that uses a public gym, sometimes referred to herein as exercise facility, wherein each of the users (sometimes referred to herein as members, patrons, clients, individuals or exercisers) is able to perform their exercises in a private setting, so as to overcome the anxiety and self-consciousness of exercising in front of others.
  • Each exercise is performed in a su bstantially enclosed area, referred to herein as a booth.
  • boot represents a substantially concealed and private area which may comprise an individual room defined by walls, dividers, curtains, or the like, that provides the user anonymity and privacy while performing the exercise.
  • exercise equipment such as an exercise device or machinery, exercise mats, etc. as needed is placed in at least a plurality of booths, and typically in each booth, such that the user moves from one booth to another in order to perform a different exercise in each booth using different exercise devices.
  • the user is provided an individually personalized exercise program, such that the user moves from one booth to another in order to perform different exercises at a level of resistance specific to that user, as described more fully below.
  • the present invention incorporates a comprehensive, personalized exercise program for individuals that want to be directed by professionals, while maintaining the privacy they desire without having to spend additional funds for a personal trainer.
  • a user who wishes to achieve personal fitness or improve upon sports-related skills is offered a workout program, which is automatically generated by a computer system according to algorithms, data input, and the facilities to achieve their goals within a defined period of time.
  • the workout programs are based on established sports physiology and personal fitness procedures and can be tailor-made to suit the requirements and criteria of each individual.
  • the method and system of the present invention provides users a workout that is unique to the fitness industry in that it is more efficient, user-specific, and cost-effective than traditional training methods.
  • the method and system of the present invention reduces the need to maintain multiple administrators, trainers and physiotherapists. Instead, the system of the present invention provides an automated solution which can provide a decision-based system that guides the users based on the goals they have set, their profile and medical history, as well as results of a fitness test, reaction test, and results from prior workouts.
  • the present invention also reduces the manual bookkeeping in terms of both managing the gym facility, memberships, fees, equipment, workout programs, registration and slot booking for training.
  • the present invention utilizes interactive tools such as kiosks, display screens, mobile applications and /or network access to the users to facilitate registration, slot booking and obtaining updates of their achievement from the program.
  • the present invention provides each patron or user an individualized exercise program, preferably of specifically sequenced exercises, tailor-made to that individual user and adaptable from workout session to workout session.
  • the present invention provides an automated directed workout which guides the user from one exercise to another in a timed fashion, so as to complete a full exercise regimen within an allotted time period.
  • the user performs these exercises in a private setting and receives guidance and is able to provide input via technology incorporated into the system.
  • the system and method of the present invention includes a gym or exercise facility 1 0 having workout areas in the form of booths 1 2 which are adapted for use by a single user at a time and which are configu red to provide privacy to the user.
  • the exercise facility comprises a plurality of booths 1 2 such that users, usually members or patrons of the facility 1 0, can exercise privately and anonymously within each booth 1 2.
  • the booth for the purposes herein, means any room, divided area, pod, or the like which provides a sufficient degree of privacy and anonymity and space for the member to perform his or her exercise therein.
  • a single exercise device or piece of equipment will be disposed within at least a plurality of the booths 1 2 , such that a single member performs an exercise using that device or equipment while in that booth 1 2.
  • the exercise equipment within the booth 1 2 can comprise an exercise mat or the like, for performing an exercise or stretching which does not require an exercise machine.
  • the exercise to be performed within the booth 1 2 and /or the exercise device or piece of exercise equipment can be changed over time in order to accommodate the needs of the invention.
  • a single room or workout area of the exercise facility is subdivided into a plurality of different and distinct booths 1 2.
  • the booths 1 2 are present within a single room or area of a gym, although it is contemplated by the invention that the booths 1 2 may fill a portion of a gym structure, the entire gym structure, be placed on more than one level or floor of the gym, or may be divided and in distinct areas of the gym.
  • each booth 1 2 may be formed by a framework 1 4 which supports a plurality of panels 1 6, which serve as dividing walls.
  • the dividing walls or panels 1 6 can be comprised of any suitable material, but are typically semi-transparent or opaque so as to provide privacy and anonymity to the member exercising within that booth 1 2.
  • the panels 1 6 are of a sufficient height so as to provide privacy and anonymity to the member exercising within the booth 1 2.
  • Such panels or dividers 1 6 can be of a predetermined height, such as five to seven feet in height, or extend from the floor to the ceiling, as is deemed desirable or necessary.
  • the dividing panels 1 6 do not extend to the ceiling, but instead are of a sufficient height so as to provide privacy to the user while being able to be sufficiently lit from lighting fixtures placed in the ceiling of the gym, which also provides sufficient air flow throughout the plurality of booths 1 2.
  • each booth 1 2 typically has at least one door 1 8 for entry and exit.
  • Each booth 1 2 may have an entry door 1 8 as well as an exit door 1 8, which leads to another adjacent booth, as illustrated.
  • FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary door 1 8 supported by vertical and horizontal framework members 1 4.
  • the door 1 8 may include spring biased members 20 such that the door 1 8, upon being opened, will automatically close behind the individual entering or exiting from the booth 1 2.
  • the booths 1 2 may share dividing walls or panels 1 6 so as to be immediately adjacent to one another.
  • Entry and exit doors 1 8 may be shared between at least a plurality of the booths 1 2, such that a user or member moves from one adjacent booth 1 2 to another in a predetermined pathway, as will be more fu lly explained herein.
  • the booths 1 2 may comprise distinct enclosed areas having their own entry and exit, depending u pon the
  • each booth 1 2 includes a single exercise equipment, device or piece of machinery 22. In this manner, each booth 1 2 is used by a single member for a single exercise utilizing the exercise device or equipment machinery 22 at any given time.
  • the booths 1 2 are of a sufficient size so as to accommodate the user, the exercise to be performed, and any exercise equipment 22 therein to perform the exercise. As such, the booth may be quite small, such as fifteen square feet, or large, such as two hundred square feet, but more typically between twenty-five and one hundred square feet in size so as to comfortably
  • the workout area of the exercise facility or gym includes the necessary electrical outlets and plugs 24 and wiring 26 to provide the necessary electricity, cable and/or Internet cabling and access, etc.
  • the frame members 1 4 are able to accommodate such electrical outlets 24 and wiring 26, such as being channeled or the like.
  • framework members 1 4 may include pre-punched holes 28 for the insertion and coupling of electrical outlets 24, as needed.
  • FIG. 5 illustrates such electrical outlets 24 disposed within or otherwise coupled to such cutout openings 28 and disposed within a channel 30 of the framework 1 4.
  • the booths may have a certain type or degree of lighting which will be conducive to the user.
  • the air can be conditioned to a desired temperature, humidity, or even desirable smells can be placed into the circulated air of each booth.
  • the color scheme and /or design of each booth can also be altered to enhance the user's experience.
  • speakers could be used to play music for the individual, and the member user could select from different genres of music or a playlist to be played as a user moves from one booth 1 2 to another.
  • the member could also plug in a personal hand-held electronic device to play the member's music within each booth 1 2 as well.
  • the entry/exit 1 8 must be sufficiently large or the panels removable in order to provide access to the internal contents of the booth, such as the removal or insertion of an exercise device 22 therein.
  • FIGURE 6 illustrates a manual lifter tool 32 which can be disposed below a lower edge of the bottom framework 1 4 so as to lift the panel 1 6, as illustrated in FIG. 9. This can be done with one or two individuals, as
  • the framework 1 4 of the panels 1 6, and adjacent framework which is not bolted or otherwise secured to one another, include releasable locking elements 34 and 36, which can serve to lock a panel to an adjacent typically vertical framework 1 4.
  • FIGURES 8a and 8b illustrate a male locking element 34 and a female locking element 36 which can be slidably engaged with one another so as to lock adjacent panels and /or frame members 1 4 to one another.
  • the male locking element 34 is slid into the receiving portion of the female locking element 36. This can be done, for example, by dropping the male locking element 34 into the receiving female locking element 36, which has wings 38 defining gaps or grooves into which the edges 40 of the male locking element 34 slide into.
  • the panel or framework having one or more male locking element(s) 34 attached thereto is merely lifted with respect to the other framework or panel having the female locking elements 36, as illustrated in FIGS. 6 and 9.
  • This enables the one or more panels 1 6 to be removed and set to the side while the interior of the booth 1 2 is accessed, so as to replace, for example, an exercise device 22 therein, as illustrated in FIG. 1 0.
  • an exercise device 42 such as that illustrated in FIG. 1 1 , may be attached to the framework 1 4 in order to perform the exercise.
  • This can be, for example, a device having a cable and pulley system for performing lat pull downs, triceps pull downs, or the like.
  • Other such devices, such as a pull-up bar, are also contemplated.
  • each booth 1 2 can be uniform, or adjusted in order to accommodate the space requirements for the exercise to be performed in that booth 1 2.
  • a booth 1 2 having a relatively large piece of exercise equipment can be made with varying size panels or multiple panels in order to accommodate the piece of exercise equipment, or a booth 1 2 in which a lat or triceps pull down device 42 , as illustrated in FIG. 1 1 or having simply a mat for stretches or calisthenics, such as sit-ups will require less space or fewer panels and thus be smaller in size.
  • the interlocking framework 1 4 of the male and female locking members 34 and 36, and bolts, nuts, or other fastener systems can be used in order to create the desired number of booths 1 2 and adjust the size of the booths as needed.
  • the booths 1 2 are placed adjacent to one another and provide passageway from one to another, as illustrated herein.
  • an exercise regimen with a predetermined exercise sequence is provided to the member.
  • This entails the member typically moving from one booth to another booth to perform a particular exercise within that booth, such as performing an exercise utilizing an exercise device 22 within that booth.
  • This further facilitates the member's experience at the gym by means of the member being directed from booth to booth to perform different exercises in accordance with an assigned exercise program such that the member does not need to concern himself or herself with the exercises to be performed that day or to find a piece of available exercise equipment.
  • a computer generated exercise workout regimen is provided to each member of the gym which is specifically personalized and tailored for that individual, yet consisting of the exercises to be performed in the various booths of the gym.
  • Each workout session may exercise and strengthen all of the major muscle groups of the body of the members.
  • a personalized workout regimen is provided to each member of the gym which is generated by a computer program of a computerized system.
  • FIG. 1 2 an electronic framework of the computerized system utilized in accordance with the present invention is illustrated.
  • This includes the server computer 1 20, which may represent a central computer for each gym or location.
  • the server 1 20 could represent one or more cloud servers, additional servers or computers which may be connected to the central computer or server of each gym, or computers that otherwise receive the information from the individual gym locations and /or handheld devices used by the patrons.
  • Clients or users access the server or computers from access channels such as the interactive kiosks placed in common areas, their handheld devices, via the user's computer and an Internet network connection, or via mobile application or the like.
  • the server 1 20 may have a variety of configurations, modules, and purposes.
  • the server 1 20 includes a booth activity configuration module or algorithm 1 22, which allows the administrator to define the activity for each of the booths and also have relevant information like video or audio tagged to such activities which will be rendered to the user while he is performing the workout.
  • Booth registration module 1 24 enables the client to invoke the server and have the activity-related information like the video/audio or other relevant content downloaded locally. Once a particu lar booth is registered and mapped to a certain exercise activity, the application server may push the data related to the exercise activity onto a local database and computer at the exercise facility, onto a handheld electronic device carried by each user of the gym, etc. so as to avoid the overhead of streaming the video from the server in real time, which could hamper the user's experience.
  • Authentication modu le 1 26 performs member identification, number, card swipe, electronic chip reading, etc., which may include interfacing with a third-party gym management software 1 28.
  • the server of the computerized system may include a reaction test module 1 30 that provides the capability to prompt the user to go through a reaction test, which shall in turn determine the quantity of reps and /or resistance/weight he or she needs to do for each of the exercises of the user's personalized workout regimen.
  • a decision algorithm stored on the server or other computer shall have the capability to take the inputs from the reaction test and the historical data of the user from his or her previous workouts and generate and define the quantity of reps and/or resistance for each of the exercises.
  • the present invention in an automated fashion, receives each user's exercise performance results as they are entered into the computerized system, and adjusts the future exercises of the user's personalized exercise regimen taking the past user's exercise performance results into account.
  • the algorithm used by the computerized system of the present invention will adjust upwardly the resistance or weight to be used by the user for that exercise in a subsequent workout.
  • the system has the ability to define the booth setup proceedu re or usage sequencing 1 32, followed by the initialization process where the booth number shall be entered and submitted by the administrator.
  • the server shall validate the request and push the respective data related to the activity that is mapped onto the client's local database. For example, if the administrator inputs the booth nu mber 6, then the relevant exercise activity is mapped to booth 6 on the booth application server and pushed to the client database along with the video and audio and other information related to that booth.
  • the server tracks 1 34 the booth activity configuration 1 22 and booth usage sequencing 1 32.
  • Each activity or exercise that is offered at the facility such as bench press, push-ups, curls, etc. needs to be defined in the system and should be mapped to the respective booth.
  • the server can accommodate any number of booths, such as booths 1 -90, and map each one to an activity where the activity need not be a unique entity. For example, the activity called "bench press" may be mapped to both booth number 1 as well as booth number 1 8, or later changed from booth number 1 to booth number 7.
  • the booth activity configuration tracks the booth number, the activity type, the benefits of the activity, and the video and /or audio feeds that are tagged to this workout or booth.
  • the server includes or is coupled to a database 1 36 which contains the member's registration
  • a reservation module 1 38 allows the users to reserve a time to begin exercising at the exercise facility.
  • the login reservation 1 40 may be done at the gym, or away from the gym, such as at home using the member's computer, or even by means of a smart phone or handheld electronic device.
  • the user logs into a network 1 42 which interfaces with the computerized system 1 20 and the various booths (labeled 1 -N).
  • An interface 1 44 is provided between the network 1 42, the login/reservation means 1 40 and the booths, etc.
  • An administrator may be provided an interface 1 46 as well, such as via network 1 48. This may be done by remote control 1 50 or at the gym.
  • the new booth activation wizard 1 300 receives a user input form providing the group nu mber and the booth number 1 302. Verification is sent to the server 1 304.
  • the server validates the availability of the booth 1 306, and indicates if the new booth is available 1 308, or is already in existence 1 31 0. If it is already in existence, an inquiry is provided asking whether to replace the existing booth 1 31 2. If no, the process restarts 1 31 4.
  • the registration is processed 1 320, and the registration is written to the booth configuration and via a server application 1 324 is stored in the server database 1 326.
  • a new booth can be added to an existing series of booths, or a booth can be
  • the computerized system may also include a handheld electronic device, such as a smart phone or tablet, provided by the user or the exercise facility and which has a software application downloaded thereto from a server of the computerized system.
  • the software application receives the
  • the customer visits the website or visits the gym facility 1 400.
  • the customer provides personal health information 1 402. Such customer personal and health information may include the age of the user or customer, height, weight, health concerns or ailments, etc.
  • the customer inquires regarding the workout program 1 404.
  • the customer provides workout program goals and preferences 1 406. For example, the customer or user may desire to be on a weight loss program, a strength training program, a general fitness program, desire to increase muscle mass, increase endurance or toning, or the like.
  • the general fitness level of the member is determined.
  • more experienced and more educated personal fitness trainers have the member max out on every single piece of exercise equipment which the personal trainer plans on using in a workout program for the user. As will be imagined, this takes a significant amount of time and data entry.
  • Personal trainers which are not as skilled or educated, simply set up a workout program of a certain number of repetitions at a certain resistance or weight without any idea of what the individual is capable of, and then adjusts the workout program if the individual either can't perform the number of repetitions at that weight or if the number of repetitions and/or weight is too easy for the individual.
  • the user takes a single fitness test.
  • this comprises a strength test, such as a grip strength test using a hand
  • the computerized system of the present invention utilizes algorithms
  • the computerized system of the present invention generates, in an automated fashion, a workout program for that individual which takes into account all of these factors so as to be personalized and individualized for that particular individual user. This automated analysis is based upon physiological exercise science which is customized for the individual in order to maximize the results the individual is seeking to attain.
  • the computerized system utilizes an algorithm to determine appropriate resistance or weight for the individual to use for the various exercises according to a generated workout regimen.
  • a suggested workout program is provided to the customer to opt into 1 41 0. The customer selects one of the suggested programs and registers, or customizes a program and registers 1 41 2 , which completes member registration 1 41 4.
  • FIG. 1 5 an exemplary exercise regimen of exercises that could be presented to a registered user and incorporated into the present invention is shown.
  • the exercise regimen includes initial warm-up and stretching exercises, followed by a vibration exercise performed via an exercise device which provides vibration to the user, a push exercise wherein the user will use his or her arms or legs to push, a pull exercise, a rotate exercise, and a full body exercise interspersed with rest periods.
  • the general exercise regimen illustrated in FIG. 1 5 does not include the weight or resistance to be used by the user or a suggested number of repetitions, or a time in which to complete the exercise.
  • the weight or resistance to be used by the user will be provided in the user's personalized exercise regimen generated by the computerized system of the present invention.
  • a target number of repetitions may also be supplied, or the user may merely enter the number of repetitions completed within the time allotted.
  • the user is provided a set period of time within each booth to complete the exercise, such as between one and two minutes.
  • the exercise regimen illustrated in FIG. 1 5 could be completed in between thirty and sixty minutes and provides the user a complete full body workout.
  • the exercise regimen illustrated in FIG. 1 5 is for exemplary purposes only. While providing a full body workout within a predetermined amount of time, the exercise regimen may be changed to suit the needs of the user, the needs of the exercise facility, etc.
  • the user or gym member would move from booth to booth to perform the different warm-up, exercises, and rest periods.
  • the necessary exercise equipment and devices to perform the exercises within the sequence would be provided within the necessary booths.
  • the booths are configured and sequenced and the workout regimen provided to the user is similarly configured and sequenced to match that of the sequence of booths. As such, the user moves from booth to booth and performs the necessary warm-up, stretch, exercise, or rest period in order to accomplish the fitness goal of the user in a very scientific and effective manner with minimal thought and input from the user.
  • the gym 1 0 may have a sufficient number of booths that an entire workout regimen can be performed by moving from one booth to another until the entire workout sequence is achieved.
  • the gym 1 0 may include a reception desk 48 with employees available to register the member, assist the member in beginning the workout, etc.
  • a waiting room 50 and restrooms 52 may also be provided.
  • a kiosk or display monitor or the like 54 may be provided, such as outside the initial booth, for the member to log in and perform a reaction test.
  • the member then proceeds through the various booths 1 2 (numbered 1 -30 in FIG. 1 6), performing a different exercise or a rest period. In the case of providing one minute of time to perform the exercises or rest within each booth 1 2, in the arrangement illustrated in FIG. 1 6, the member's workout would last thirty minutes.
  • the computerized system of the present invention allows members to schedule a specific time to begin their workout, and then moves that member from the first booth through each of the series of booths until the workout session is completed. It will be appreciated that each booth at any given moment may have a different member of the gym therein performing an exercise. All of the exercises are specifically timed, such that each gym member in a given sequence or series of booths finishes his or her exercise for that specific booth at the same time, and is provided an allotted amount of time to enter in the results of their exercise, typically in the form of the number of repetitions performed. All of the gym members are then given an allotted time to move to the next booth, such that gym members are moving from one booth to another at approximately the same time, such that there is only a single member within a booth at a given time.
  • each booth 1 2 includes a workout station, which can comprise an exercise device in the form of a mat for performing stretches or manual exercises, such as sit-ups, push-ups, etc.
  • an exercise device in the form of a piece of machinery is disposed within each booth for performing a particular exercise.
  • a single piece of exercise equipment or machine is in each booth, such that the user performs only a single exercise, according to the resistance/weight provided by the personalized exercise regimen.
  • an exercise facility or a section of an exercise facility or gym having fewer than the thirty booths could also be used to perform the exercise regimen.
  • a sequence of six booths could be used to perform the exercise regimen, the user performing the exercise regimen of FIG. 1 5 passing through each of the booths 1 2 five times in order to complete the entire thirty-sequence exercise regimen.
  • each of the booths has been assigned a particular type of exercise corresponding to the exercise regimen of FIG. 1 5, such as "vibration", "push”, “pull”, etc.
  • the "vibration" booth could have a exercise device or machine which provides the vibration required, although the type of exercise performed in each pass through the booth could be different.
  • a different "push” or “pull” exercise could be performed in these booths by performing either a different manual exercise, or using the same piece of exercise equipment or machine to perform a different type of exercise.
  • a user may simply show up at the exercise facility or gym and wait until a booth is available to enter into, typically the starting booth, or for the convenience of the user and to facilitate the scheduling of the booths, a reservation process is provided.
  • FIG. 1 8 the steps undertaken to reserve gym time is shown.
  • the member visits the website or gym facility 1 800.
  • the member logs onto their profile which was provided during the registration process 1 802.
  • the member is displayed their profile 1 804, and chooses an option to book a session for a future or current day 1 806.
  • the member is provided available time slots 1 808 to begin his or her workout.
  • the member chooses from the available time slots 1 81 0.
  • the member confirms the time slot for booking 1 81 2 , and the member is provided confirmation of the booking 1 81 4.
  • FIG. 1 9 illustrates exemplary members which have reserved and booked time slots.
  • members John, Tom and Jane start at booth 1 at 9:00 am, 9:01 :20, and 9:02 :40, respectively, thus being spaced from one another by one minute and twenty seconds. Assuming that the member is in each booth for a total time of one minute, this would provide twenty seconds for each member to input their results and move to the next booth after their exercise is completed in that booth. It will be
  • the time spent by each user within each booth exercising can be varied. For example, instead of one minute and twenty seconds, the actual time spent exercising in each booth may be two minutes, and only a ten second window to enter in the exercise results and move to the next booth may be provided, or other time variations.
  • each user of each booth has the same amount of time to perform the exercise within that booth and move to the next booth.
  • FIG. 21 when a new member registers as indicated above, the member may perform a grip strength test and/or a reaction test.
  • FIG. 22 an exemplary reaction test is shown, wherein an electronic display 21 0, such as a touch screen display, has a sequence of lighted icons 21 2. The user or member taps the sequence of the lighted icons 21 2 in a given order. If the user or member performs the reaction test relatively quickly, then an algorithm within the computerized system of the present invention determines that the user is relatively alert and in good health. However, if the time for performing the reaction test is relatively slow, which could be due to the user having a lack of sleep, feeling ill, etc., an algorithm within the computerized system will detect this and depending upon
  • predetermined parameters may adjust the user's personalized exercise regimen, such as lightening the weight or resistance of various exercises to be performed.
  • Other types of reaction tests may be given to ascertain the mental and physical state of the user, or no reaction test may be given.
  • the member may also be provided a selection of training programs, such as general fitness, strength, muscular endu rance/toning, and weight management.
  • the weight or resistance may be increased. However, if the potential member is looking for weight management or endurance, the weight or resistance may be lessened so that the user may perform a greater number of repetitions.
  • the system creates a sequence of workouts beginning with sequence number one, workout number one 21 00.
  • the system predicts the initial starting weights for the first of each workout 21 02 , depending upon the member's results of the grip strength test and reaction time, as well as the training program selected.
  • the system collects data on how many reps are performed at the predicted weight 21 04 as the member completes a given workout and provides the input into the system. Adjustments are then made to the weight from the last workout for future workouts 21 06, using a prediction equation within an algorithm of the software of the computerized system of the present invention.
  • each sequence may include up to thirty booths, or will have a lower number of booths that may be repeated.
  • Each sequence may be directed to and include different exercises or machines which can be used to exercise an individual in a distinct way as compared to the other sequences. For example, in sequence number one the exercises might be more tailored to emphasize a chest and back workout, whereas the exercises performed in sequence number two are biceps and triceps or leg intensive.
  • each set of booths is directed to a different training or fitness program.
  • a reaction test may be given 21 1 2, and the system generates the appropriate workout weights based on either a calculation (if it is the member's first workout) or stored data from a previous workout 21 1 4.
  • the user's program data request 2410 is processed and the user is able to access their personalized fitness program 2412 and membership profile.
  • the steps taken in accordance with FIG.24 may be done in a variety of ways.
  • the user may enter his or her membership number or code or user name and password into a touch screen display, computer, kiosk or the like within the lobby of the gym.
  • the user may have a card or other electronic device which is electronically read or electronically transmits the user's membership number, code, etc.
  • each user or member visiting the exercise facility is either provided a handheld electronic device, such as a tablet, or the user brings in his or her handheld electronic device, such as a cell phone, electronic tablet, or the like.
  • Such handheld electronic devices 250 include an electronic display screen 252 capable of displaying relevant information pertaining to the user and his or her exercise regimen.
  • the handheld electronic device also has means for inputting data into the device, such as a touch screen, a virtual keyboard, a physical keyboard, etc.
  • the handheld device 250 is in electronic communication, such as via Bluetooth or other wireless network, to the computerized system of the invention, such as a local server at the exercise facility, a remote server, such as in the cloud, or the like.
  • the handheld device 250 is in real-time communication with one or more of the servers of the computerized system.
  • the computerized system transmits information relating to the exercise to be performed in each booth, and once the user completes that exercise and before entering the next booth enters the results of the exercise performed, such as the number of repetitions performed in the given amount of time. These results are transmitted, in real time, to the computerized system, where the results are saved, and analyzed in order to determine whether to modify the user's personalized exercise regimen.
  • the interru ption may affect less than all of the users of the exercise facility, the other users will also be negatively impacted as there is typically a choreographed movement of users between the various booths of the exercise facility.
  • the software application is downloaded onto the handheld device 250.
  • This is in the form of a self-contained software application which does not need real-time Internet commu nication with the one or more servers of the computerized system.
  • the software application has sufficient algorithms and data to administer the exercise regimen for that user. This is by virtue of the user periodically updating his or her routines, etc. by connecting with the one or more server computers of the computerized system via a communications network, such as a wireless network, a wired local area network, Internet, etc. This may be done, for example, away from the gym when the user is utilizing his or her own handheld electronic device. Alternatively, this can occur at the exercise facility using either the user's own handheld electronic device or a handheld electronic device supplied by the exercise facility.
  • the user could connect with the computerized system and download the necessary updates to his or her personalized exercise regimen before beginning the workout.
  • the user would connect with the one or more servers of the computerized system and upload the exercise results for that user for that particular workout at the end of the workout and before leaving the exercise facility.
  • this could be done at the exercise facility immediately after the workout, at home, or other locations after the workout and away from the exercise facility. This could be done, for example, by means of a cellular data network connection, a Wi-Fi connection, or interfacing the electronic handheld device with a laptop or desktop computer and interfacing with the computerized system of the invention.
  • the software application of the handheld electronic device 250 could also be set for an automatic update on a pre-established, periodic basis.
  • notifications may be given to the various users in the booths of the exercise facility in order to provide notices and alerts to the users.
  • these may include notifications as to when to begin exercising, u pdates as to how much time is remaining within the given time period for that particular booth or exercise, when to stop exercising, and when to move to the next booth.
  • Such notifications may be done by means of visual notifications by means of electronic displays, lights, etc. within the booths, or one or more speakers providing aural alerts and notifications.
  • Such aural notifications may be in the form of an employee verbally announcing such notifications and alerts, pre ⁇ recorded verbal notifications, or other aural notifications, such as bells, chimes, etc. These would be given according to a pre-established schedule such that the users move in a choreographed manner from booth to booth.
  • the user may be presented an option to select an exercise sequence in order to begin a workout, as illustrated in FIG. 26. This may be the case, for example, if the exercise facility has multiple sets of sequenced booths. For example, the exercise facility may have three sets of thirty exercise booths. Alternatively, the exercise facility may have a number of sequences of a smaller number of booths, such as four sets of booths, each set having a sequence of six booths each. The user may select a sequence which contains exercise equipment or exercises which the user prefers, or in order to add variety to the user's exercise regimen.
  • an exercise facility has a single set of exercise booths, for example thirty booths, each booth having the necessary exercise equipment therein, but the computer software is capable of providing a varied workout session by varying the exercises to be performed in each booth, even if the same exercise equipment is used.
  • the handheld device 250 has a software application downloaded thereto which supports the present invention.
  • the software application may be used to enter membership identification, membership profile information, etc. and communicate directly with the computerized system, such as a local or central server, to obtain information, receive updated workout sessions and regimens, upload user performance data and the like.
  • the user upon entering the exercise facility will open the software application on his or her phone, tablet, or other handheld electronic device, such as one provided by the exercise facility.
  • the software application will walk the user through the steps in an easy and convenient manner.
  • reaction test 2304 An exemplary reaction test was discussed above in connection with FIG. 22.
  • the reaction test may be used to determine the amou nt of fatigue and mental clarity that the individual is experiencing on any particular day. It has been found that individuals have variations from day-to ⁇ day as to their ability to complete a workout regimen. For example, the individual might be tired due to lack of sleep, illness, etc. which can adversely affect the individual's ability to complete the workout regimen.
  • the present invention may take such variations into account by having the individual perform a reaction test before the workout session is started.
  • the results of the reaction test will give an indication of the mental and physical alertness and well-being of the individual that particular day, and the algorithms of the present invention will adjust the weight or resistance to be performed for the exercises of the workout regimen that day based on predetermined reaction test result parameters.
  • the reaction test can be as simple as selecting a sequence of lights presented on a touch screen display, and measuring the reaction time between the lighting of the object and the member pressing the object.
  • the reaction test may be performed multiple times and the user's reaction times averaged.
  • Such a reaction test may be performed on the handheld device, with the results commu nicated, typically wirelessly, to the local or remote server of the computerized system, or analyzed via the downloaded computer software application on the handheld device.
  • a dedicated device or display screen or the like within the exercise facility may be used to administer the reaction test.
  • the member is then directed to go into a particular booth 2306.
  • the display screen 252 of the handheld device 250 may present a message to the user to advance into a particular booth to begin the user's workout.
  • sequencing of the user into the booth may be performed. For example, if the user has previously registered a booth for a particular time, then that user will enter that booth at that time.
  • an audio or visual indicator may indicate when that particular booth is open and available for the user to enter into to begin his or her exercise within that booth and the workout session for the day.
  • An audio notification system may be used for each set of booths or even the entire exercise facility so as to indicate when the users are to advance from booth to booth. For example, periodically, such as every minute or two, a voice may be broadcast indicating that the exercise is to be stopped and the results entered, with a provision of a predetermined amount of time, such as ten or twenty seconds, for the user to do so.
  • a verbal countdown may be broadcast such as five, four, three, two, one, advance in order to alert each individual in each booth to advance to the next booth. At this time, the individual entering the initial or first booth would enter into that booth to begin the workout session.
  • the workout program consists of a given number of exercises performed over a given period of time. These exercises typically involve a piece of exercise equipment or machine but can involve a manual exercise, such as sit-ups, push-ups or the like.
  • each exercise is timed and the user provides data input as to the progress made during each exercise, such as entering the number of repetitions of the exercise performed. For example, if the individual is able to perform eighteen push-ups during the one-minute interval allotted, the individual will input this number of repetitions electronically into the system. The user will then move to another exercise station, such as a piece of equipment or machine in which the user is to curl a given amount of weight.
  • Each member of the gym will begin at an assigned booth number. Each booth will be assigned a particular stretch, warm-up, exercise or rest period in accordance with the exercise sequence generated for the user of the computerized system. The individual will proceed from booth to booth, as directed by the computerized system, thus obtaining an optimum workout without having to worry about which exercise to perform next, what the individual's performance results were for that exercise in a previous workout session, or how much additional weight or how many additional reps should be done by that individual for that exercise.
  • the computerized system has algorithms which track the input, typically merely the entry of the number of repetitions, by the member from exercise to exercise and workout session to workout session and automatically alters the workout regimen for that individual.
  • the computer program based upon prior entered information, determines or predicts that the individual should be performing ten repetitions of twenty pou nds, but that individual can in fact perform twenty-five repetitions, the computer program will adjust the workout regimen for the individual at the next workout session such that either additional weight and/or additional repetitions will be part of the exercise regimen for that individual.
  • the self-contained, downloaded software application on the handheld electronic device may also include one or more algorithms which may alter the workout regimen for that individual, such that the individual need not communicate with the computerized system of the present invention after every exercise regimen or workout.
  • the present invention contemplates a full body exercise by varying the exercises to be performed with arm muscle groups, chest and back muscle groups, core muscle groups, and leg muscle groups. Cardiovascular exercises are also contemplated by the invention. By varying the type and number of exercises, a full body workout can be obtained in a relatively short period of time, such as within thirty minutes.
  • a series of booths be specialized so as to create a cardiovascular workout, an upper body workout, a lower body workout, etc. to provide the gym member the flexibility in choosing to focus on these types of exercises.
  • This wou ld entail having multiple series or sequences of booths which are independent of one another.
  • three sets of thirty booths could comprise three sequences, each sequence providing approximately a thirty minute workout.
  • Exemplary exercise programs which can be created by sets of booths and selected by the user or gym member include a general fitness program, a weight management program, a strength enhancing program, a muscle toning program, and a muscle endu rance program.
  • a particular set of booths may have exercise equipment or exercises assigned thereto which are more specific or applicable to a given desired fitness program.
  • the automatically generated workout regimen created by the computerized system could account for the desired and selected fitness program so as to alter the weight or resistance, number or repetitions or the like of each exercise to be performed. For example, the number of repetitions at a given weight may be increased for a muscle endurance program, whereas the amount of resistance or weight wou ld be increased for a strength enhancing program of a given exercise.
  • FIG. 29 the personalized content of the member relevant to the booth is displayed 2308, and the member uses the audio/visual and text for guidance and starts the booth workout 231 0.
  • FIGS. 29 and 30 This is graphically illustrated in FIGS. 29 and 30.
  • a window 268 is provided having video, animation, photographs, or the like which provides a tutorial and shows the user how to perform the exercise for that booth. This may include illustrations and/or text messages on how to adjust the equipment to fit the size of the user and the predetermined weight or resistance, and then how to perform the exercise.
  • the display screen may also display the name or identification of the user, the sequence selected, and the current booth in which the user is to exercise, as well as the total number of booths.
  • a stand or holder 270 be provided within the booth, and possibly attached to or extending from the exercise equipment 22 which will hold the handheld electronic device 250 in such a manner so as to be viewable by the user performing the exercise so that the user or member may be able to ensure that they are performing the exercise correctly.
  • a predetermined resistance or weight to be used by the user during the exercise is indicated.
  • the user is to perform as many repetitions as possible within the allotted time of forty-five pounds.
  • the user will perform as many repetitions of the exercise at forty-five pounds within the allotted time given, such as thirty seconds, one minute, two minutes, etc.
  • a notification is received that the allotted time is up, such as either via a timer through the handheld electronic device 250 or a central visual and/or audio notification for the set of booths or the exercise facility, the user stops the particular exercise.
  • an exercise which includes handles and resistance bands which extend from a framework and which are manipulated in such a way so as to perform the exercise.
  • the user performs the exercise over the allotted period of time, but does not enter in any number of repetitions as there would be no future change to the resistance or weight or the like for this exercise. Instead, at the end of the allotted time, the user may select an end booth button 276 or the like, or merely the advance 272 button or the like to move on to the next exercise.
  • FIG. 32 yet another booth having a different piece of exercise equipment therein is shown as part of the user's exercise regimen for that particular day.
  • the user may be able to manually indicate whether the weight or resistance should be decreased or increased, such as by selecting a "lighter” button 278 or “heavier” button 280, which manual indication will be considered by the algorithm when adjusting the user's personalized workout regimen for a future workout session.
  • FIGURE 33 shows yet another screen for another booth, containing a different piece of exercise equipment to perform a different exercise, in accordance with the present invention.
  • the user performs this exercise, as shown in the tutorial 268 for the allotted time and then enters in the number of repetitions after the allotted time expires.
  • the user may pass through a given booth multiple times during the course of his or her workout session. For example, if there are six booths and thirty exercises to be performed, the user will pass through each booth five times. Typically, the same exercise equipment will be present within the booth each time the user passes therethrough. While the user may perform the same exercise each time he or she passes through the booth, it is also contemplated that the user will utilize the exercise equipment within the booth and perform different
  • the device when using a universal or multi-purpose exercise device, the device may be adjusted so as to perform a different exercise using that machine when passing through the booth. This can even be accomplished with much less sophisticated and complicated pieces of exercise equipment, such as the resistance bands illustrated in FIGS. 35 and 36.
  • FIG. 31 illustrates the resistance band being used in a squatting motion.
  • FIG. 35 illustrates the resistance bands being used as a triceps pull-down.
  • FIG. 36 illustrates the resistance bands being used in a lunge and rotation full body exercise.
  • the computerized system of the present invention can take into account a given exercise equipment arrangement for a given booth or set of booths and generate a varied exercise regimen for the user. This can be the case when the user passes through the booths multiple times, or even if the user passes through a sequence of booths only once each, but different booths have the same exercise equipment therein.
  • [Para 1 42] Typically in at least a plurality of the booths, if not all of the booths, feedback is entered into the system, such as providing the number of repetitions of the exercise performed at a given weight or resistance.
  • the personal performance data feedback can be sent to the system or can be entered into the handheld electronic device and processed using the software application on the handheld device, or more typically transferred to the local o remote server or computer of the computerized system, such as via wireless network technology. This information is used to determine if the workout prescription needs to be changed either during the current workout session, o more typically in future workout sessions.
  • the computerized system receives the data, typically in the form of number of repetitions performed which are entered in by the user for each exercise station, and based upon predetermine parameters, which may be based at least in part on the user's personal data entered into the system, alters the next workout session for that individual.
  • each workout is building a profile of information to automatically generate the best possible exercise regimen for the next workout session for that particular individual.
  • the system will automatically make gradual changes to the weight or resistance that is being prescribed for each individual based on the number of repetitions the individual did in a previous workout.
  • the "stress" or weight resistance and/or repetitions are refined and changed over time in order to be adjusted and meet the needs of the user.
  • the workout program or plan for each individual user will be altered.
  • the system of the present invention automatically alters and adapts the workout program for that individual so as to continue to challenge the individual and increase his or her strength, fitness level, weight management, etc.
  • Periodization provides schemes based upon research that is designed to get the greatest benefits possible for each individual. These periodization schemes can be based upon the individual user's prior feedback and workout plans (general fitness, strength, muscular endu rance/toning, weight management, etc.).
  • Each gym's central server or a server based in the cloud can dictate the changes to the workout regimens, exercises to be performed throughout the sequence of booths, etc.
  • a member's data and exercise regimens are also stored on a cloud-based or central server, such that the member could visit other gym locations and obtain their exact data and up-to-date workout regimen at any of the gym facilities incorporating the present invention.
  • the present invention also provides the benefit of the user or member being able to exercise in a private manner. This is believed to assist the user in focusing on the task at hand, preventing over-exertion due to peer pressure, and/or the anxiety that may be experienced by exercising in front of others.
  • each user or member within each booth advances nearly simultaneously to the next booth. This continues until the entire sequence of the booths, and thus the exercise regimen, is completed. It is possible, and in fact preferable, that as a member leaves a given booth a member who is just performing exercises in the immediately preceding booth will enter into that booth.
  • each gym member continues and completes all of the booth workout sessions for the day without any interaction with any other gym member, and possibly not even see any other gym member during the entire workout session for that day. Even if other gym members are encountered, such interaction will be brief.
  • the personal performance information may be saved to the handheld electronic device. It may also be relayed in real time to the gym's computer system for immediate collection and processing. Alternatively, upon exiting the last booth, the user swipes the last page or otherwise selects to send the exercise performance results for that workout regimen to the server, such as a cloud-based server via a wireless network, where it immediately processes the information, calculating and preparing the user's next prescribed workout regimen according to a predetermined, but alterable algorithm.
  • the personal performance data may also be relayed to a computer of the computerized system at a later time convenient to the user.
  • the downloaded software application to the user's hand-held device will be accessible or usable for a limited period of time.
  • the workout regimen incorporated into the downloaded software application may be used for only one to two hours.
  • the computer application is either removed or otherwise disabled. It is also contemplated that the software application only be capable of being downloaded when within a certain distance of a component of the
  • the computer application may either be removed or disabled. This prevents confusion with a user inadvertently downloading a workout regimen for a particular day, downloading another workout program for another day and confusing the two. It also prevents a user from downloading a personalized workout regimen generated by the invention's computerized system and utilizing it in a location or in a manner not authorized by those owning the exercise facility or otherwise administering the invention.
  • the gym may have three sequence choices, or more or less.
  • the user is able to visit any gym within the world and retrieve their updated personalized workout regimen.
  • the computer application system downloaded to a handheld device could be used outside of the personal booth sequencing system.
  • a predetermined number of pages such as twenty-nine pages, may prescribe twenty-nine exercises to be performed in sequence at any given gym on generic equipment.
  • this might be complicated by the fact that the particular exercise equipment might not be readily available to the user within a gym that does not have the private booths and sequencing system illustrated and described above, it would allow the user to perform the personalized and updated exercise regimen to be performed at any gym, while saving the user's resu lts and subsequently updating the user's exercise regimen for the next workout.
  • a user or member may be provided access, either through the handheld electronic device, a mobile device, a desktop computer, etc. access to the user's profile, in which the user can view the results of a given booth, an overview for a workout regimen for that day, monitor progress of the user's exercises and workout sessions, etc. It is contemplated by the present invention that the user could track performance for a given booth or exercise session over time as a way of viewing progress.
  • booths are used in accordance with the workout sequencing program indicated above, the booths instead could be used for other exercise programs.
  • a set of booths could be directed to upper body muscle groups, while another set of booths could be directed to lower body exercises, while yet another set of booths could be directed to core muscle groups, as an example. While this arrangement may not provide an optimal full body exercise regimen, it may be more desirable to some users.
  • the concept of utilizing private booths could also be extended to other types of exercises, such as
  • each booth contains a separate treadmill, stationary bike, elliptical machine, etc. such that the user is able to perform that exercise for the prescribed or desired amount of time in a private setting, while still attending a public gym, and thus obtaining the benefits of a public workout session.
  • each exercise and piece of equipment provided in each booth is predetermined through extensive testing and after making reference to test subject heart rate reaction as compared and reference to target heart rate zones at that particular time during the exercise session is desired or suggested by various studies on cardiovascular health. For example, if during a specific time period of the session, science and testing requires a higher or increased heart rate, then an exercise or device such as a rowing machine, stair climber, or similar piece of equipment capable of providing resistance and thus increasing heart rate closest to the target can be incorporated into that booth.
  • That particu lar booth provides an exercise or piece of equipment specifically tested and proven to help reduce the heart rate to most effectively help the participant reach that goal, such as for example, standing on a VertexTM or vibrating platform or walking on a treadmill or the like.
  • An exercise regimen or workout of a given period of time is established.
  • the participant may participate in an eighteen minute or thirty-six minute session dependent upon the participant's goals and time constraints. Participants may spend, for example, three minutes in each booth.
  • the participant can progress through six booths only for an eighteen- minute workout.
  • the participant may progress through twelve booths for a thirty-six minute workout.
  • each booth contains a heart monitor or means for the participant to view their heart rate as they progress, thus allowing them to keep their heart rate as near as possible to the suggested target for that segment of the exercise regimen.
  • Each booth may contain one or more pieces of exercise equipment.
  • a notification such as an aural cue, provides an alert each minute and
  • the aural announcement may be given, for example, at the first minute, the second minute, and the third minute with an indication then to advance to the next booth.
  • the participant will move from booth to booth in a predetermined sequence, which may be provided by arrows on the floor to indicate the advancement sequence, labels or indicia on walls or doors so as to indicate which booth to enter into, etc.
  • the participant enters booth number one upon the cue to advance. In this first booth, the participant may exercise for three minutes on a machine that simulates cross-country skiing. An announcement may be made of each passing minute, one and two and when they hear the aural announcement "three minutes advance", they go through the exit and enter the second booth, as the person in the second booth advances to the third booth, and so forth.
  • more than one piece of exercise equipment can be within a given booth, with the participant to use either of the pieces of equipment, or all of the pieces of equipment during the time frame allotted for that booth.
  • a participant may see two pieces of equipment, with an indication directing them to the first piece of equipment for a given amount of time, such as one minute. This may be done, for example, by means of the handheld electronic device, or by means of indicia, labels, or electronic monitors disposed within the booth itself.
  • cardiovascular exercise but achieve better results and more consistently use this form of cardiovascular exercise because it is private, and more engaging and interesting.
  • the basis of being based on cutting-edge science, the privacy, as well as the enjoyment aspects are anticipated to yield effective results and motivate and encourage the participants to exercise frequently.
  • the automatically generated personalized workout provides the user with a directed workout, and allows the user to relax and have direction. There is no question as to which exercise to do next. The system simply tells the user what exercise to do, at a given weight/resistance, and there is no thought required as to which exercise to perform next. This results in less stress, and no waiting time for equipment. The customer may have the sense that the facility was built specifically for their own personal experience.
  • the privacy aspect of the booths also reduces stress and distractions and allows for better concentration and a more effective workout.
  • the booths are adaptable to the contour and layout of the building, and can be interchangeable. The booths can also present a protected
  • the booth system allows the facility to accommodate all of its users, whereas traditional gyms can only handle approximately sixty percent (60%) of their members at any given time. This is due to the fact that the users of the present invention may select and book a particular time for their workout, and will know that each of the booths and exercises will be available to them at that time. However, if a large number of members of a traditional gym were to visit the gym at a particular time, those users may need to wait to access equipment and work stations.
  • the present invention is automated, without the need of data entry or computer programs to assess and enter data. No computer data operators, or even trainers are necessary. This slashes the number of people required to run a gym dramatically.
  • the gym member is receiving the services of his or her own personal trainer or exercise physiologist without the need of hiring one of these individuals or scheduling a time with one of these individuals or working out with one of these individuals. These inherent services within the system of the present invention could enable the gym to charge higher fees than traditional gyms.

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L'invention concerne un système et un procédé d'entraînement personnel qui consistent à générer un programme d'exercices personnalisé pour un utilisateur, sur la base de données associées à l'utilisateur entrées dans un système informatisé. L'utilisateur se déplace de machine à machine dans une salle d'exercices pour réaliser différents exercices correspondant au programme d'exercices généré par ordinateur pour cet utilisateur. Le programme d'exercices personnalisé pour l'utilisateur peut être réglé automatiquement selon les résultats de performances de l'utilisateur entrés dans le système informatisé.
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