Rhythmic athletic training systems and methods

Abstract

A portable user device, method and computer program provide rhythmic athletic training assist by tracking an athletic proficiency level of a user. A respective sport control affordance for a plurality of sports are presented on a user interface of the portable user device. In response to a user selection of one sport control affordance associated with a selected sport, more than one drill control affordance for a type of athletic drill associated with the selected sport are presented on the user interface. In response to a user selection of a particular drill control affordance for a particular type of athletic drill, the type of athletic drill is associated with two or more available rhythmic speed settings. Based upon the tracked proficiency level of the user, one of the two or more rhythmic speed settings is selected. Video / audio guide is presented on the user interface at the selected rhythmic speed setting.

Description

CLAIM OF PRIORITY UNDER 35 U.S.C. § 119[0001]The present application for patent claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 402,672, entitled “HI TEKNOLOGY VIDEO MOBILE BEATS ATHLETIC TRAINING APPLICATION” filed Sep. 30, 2016, and to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 485,117, entitled “RHYTHMIC ATHLETIC TRAINING SYSTEMS AND METHODS” filed Apr. 13, 2017, both of which are hereby expressly incorporated by reference herein.BACKGROUND1. Technical Field[0002]The present disclosure generally relates to an automated presentation of audio visual aids for guiding athletic training, and more particularly to such guidance that is sport specific from more than one selectable sport.2. Description of the Related Art[0003]Becoming a better athlete generally requires intensive training under the supervision of a trainer who pace the training based on a current skill level of a trainee. The trainer needs to have an encyclopedic knowledge of relevant drills and a training schedule that a...

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Benefits of technology

The patent describes a technology that allows users to track their athletic proficiency and access a wide range of drill control options based on their preferences. The technology uses a portable user device with a user interface that presents different sports and associated control options. When the user selects a control option for a particular sport, the device displays available drill control options for that sport. The user then selects one of the options based on their tracked proficiency level. The device then presents a video or audio guide to the user at the selected speed setting. This technology helps users to develop their athletic skills by providing a customizable learning experience.

Problems solved by technology

If the trainer is no longer physically capable of demonstrating the drill, then the trainee is left without a clear guide.

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