Virtual trainer software

Abstract

The invention is in the field of physical fitness. The invention provides the user with the flexibility of choosing their own personal trainer from a group of personal trainers and their own exercise routine to follow in order to get the desired physical body result. When the user chooses the area of interest the invention provides a sequence of exercise routines to follow on different gym equipment to achieve the desired result. The selected trainer graphically demonstrates the use of the gym equipment on the computing device of their choice and the user follows the exercise routine at their own pace and at a place and time of their own convenience.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The invention is related to on-line interactive computer based work-out training. In particular, the invention offers on-line workout training for users with particular emphasis on how to use gym equipment. The invention provides online virtual personal training to a user with the help of a choice of virtual trainers, based on user's needs and skill level. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Training is an integral part of any good workout program. Most individuals (users) that have used a gym are familiar with some of the gym equipment. However, there are times when individuals need to enlist the professional help of a personal trainer to familiarize themselves with the various gym equipment, the proper way of using the gym equipment and to recommend good workout programs to suit their needs and skill levels. Equipment instruction videos are available to demonstrate general principles on how to use specific equipment but do not provide any other flexibi...

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Benefits of technology

[0020] It is another object of the invention to provide cost-effective training options as and when newer equipment is introduced.

Problems solved by technology

Equipment instruction videos are available to demonstrate general principles on how to use specific equipment but do not provide any other flexibility.

Also, each video targets specific areas of workout but do not give a detailed workout routine for all the equipment available in a standard gym.

This system does not provide the flexibility of choosing the trainer to workout with.

In addition, it does not provide the ability to track the individual's progress over a period of time.

While previous video exercise programs provide the details of how to use exercise equipment, it does not go far enough to let the individual choose the trainer and personalize their exercise routine.

Another area of concern is the lack of availability of personal trainers at any time of day.

Most experts agree that live training by skilled instructors is the most effective approach, but this is often impractical, especially when an individual is traveling or when an individual wants to work-out at a time of their choosing.

Often times people with a very busy schedule trying to balance their busy life style with the various demands placed on their time, do not have the time to go to a gym during gym hours when personal trainers are available.

Moreover, when the individual has to travel unexpectedly he / she will not be able to keep his / her appointments and will have to re-schedule.

One-size-fits-all training programs, such as exercise videos, may not be effective to all individuals and might deter more than help.

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