Weight training machine and method

Abstract

Disclose a weight training machine. The disclosed weight training machine includes: a training machine main body that moves with the user's weight training; a sensor that detects the movement of the training machine main body; a display that outputs a user interface screen; and a processor that controls the display to display a first indicator and a second indicator on the user interface screen, wherein the first indicator represents the user's training state corresponding to the detected movement, the second indicator represents the training guidelines recommended when using the training machine main body for training, and the processor can control the display to adaptively change the position of the second indicator based on the user's training state.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a weight training machine and method. Background Art

[0002] Generally, as living standards improve, people's attention to health has increased day by day. In this case, many people use various forms of weight training machines to enhance physical strength.

[0003] According to the body part or purpose of use that requires increased muscle strength, weight training machines can be provided in various forms. The weight training machine mainly has a structure for exercising the upper and lower body through hands and feet. Currently, various types of weight training machines are used according to the body part that requires increased muscle strength. For example, shoulder presses, bench presses, abdominal trainers, butterfly machines, and bicep trainers, etc.

[0004] The weight training machine is provided in a manner where weight components in multiple blocks are overlapped, and may include a pin structure for selecting some of the multiple weight components. The user can select the number or weight of the weight components to be lifted by using the pin structure. The user can move the selected weight through the training structure of the training machine to perform training.

[0005] However, when training with a weight training machine, it is difficult to accurately know one's own training status, and it is also difficult to clearly encourage oneself to achieve training goals, etc., so it is difficult to expect an improvement in training effects. Summary of the Invention

[0006] Technical Problem

[0007] The present invention provides a weight training machine and method that can efficiently guide the user's weight training even when the user trains irregularly.

[0008] In addition, the present invention provides a weight training machine and method that can efficiently guide various weight trainings of the user.

[0009] Technical Solution

[0010] A weight training machine according to an embodiment may include:

[0011] A training machine main body that moves with the user's weight training;

[0012] A sensor that detects the movement of the training machine main body;

[0013] A display that outputs a user interface screen; and

[0014] A processor controls the display to show a first indicator and a second indicator on the user interface screen, where the first indicator represents the training status of the user corresponding to the detected movement, and the second indicator represents the training guidelines recommended when training with the main body of the training machine.

[0015] Wherein, the processor can control the display to adaptively change the position of the second indicator based on the training status of the user.

[0016] The position of the second indicator can depend on the training status of the user.

[0017] When the processor determines that the training direction of the user has changed based on the detected movement, it controls the display to show the second indicator at the position where the direction of the first indicator changes.

[0018] The processor can control the display such that the first indicator and the second indicator reciprocally move along a reference line in a first direction and a second direction opposite to the first direction on the user interface screen.

[0019] The display can display the reference line in a curve form.

[0020] The processor can control the display such that the speed of the second indicator in the first direction and the speed of the second indicator in the second direction are different.

[0021] The processor can control the display such that the user trains at different speeds during concentric contraction training and eccentric contraction training, and the speed of the second indicator changes according to the direction of the second indicator.

[0022] The main body of the training machine can include a plurality of weight components, a frame structure, and a pin structure. The frame structure supports the plurality of weight components to enable them to move in the direction of gravity. The pin structure is configured to select at least a part of the plurality of weight components. Wherein, the sensor can be configured to detect information related to at least one of the position, moving speed, and moving direction of the weight component selected by the pin structure.

[0023] The sensor can be disposed on the frame structure and irradiate a laser beam towards the pin structure, and measure the distance from the sensor to the pin structure by receiving the reflected laser beam.

[0024] A weight training machine according to an embodiment can include:

[0025] A training machine main body that moves as the user performs weight training;

[0026] A sensor that detects the movement of the training machine main body;

[0027] A display that outputs a user interface screen; and

[0028] A processor that controls the display such that a first indicator and a second indicator reciprocally move along a reference line in a first direction and a second direction opposite to the first direction in the user interface screen, wherein the first indicator represents the user's training state corresponding to the detected movement, and the second indicator represents a training guideline recommended when training using the training machine main body,

[0029] wherein the processor can control the display such that the speed of the second indicator in the first direction and the speed of the second indicator in the second direction are different.

[0030] A weight training method according to an embodiment may include:

[0031] The step of outputting a user interface screen on the display;

[0032] The step of detecting the movement of the training machine main body; and

[0033] The step of displaying a first indicator and a second indicator on the user interface screen, wherein the first indicator represents the user's training state corresponding to the detected movement, and the second indicator represents a training guideline recommended when training using the training machine main body,

[0034] wherein, in the displaying step,

[0035] The position of the second indicator can be adaptively changed based on the user's training state and the position of the second indicator can be displayed.

[0036] In the displaying step, the position of the second indicator changed according to the user's training state is displayed.

[0037] In the displaying step, when the direction of the first indicator changes, the second indicator can be displayed at the position where the direction of the first indicator changes.

[0038] In the displaying step, the first indicator and the second indicator can be displayed as reciprocally moving along a reference line in a curve shape in a first direction and a second direction opposite to the first direction in the user interface screen.

[0039] In the step of the display, the speed of the second indicator in the first direction and the speed of the second indicator in the second direction may be displayed as different.

[0040] Through the following drawings, claims, and detailed description, other aspects, features, and advantages in addition to the above description will become apparent.

[0041] Such a conventional and specific aspect can be implemented by a system, a method, a computer program, or a combination of a system, a method, and a computer program.

[0042] Beneficial effects

[0043] According to the weight training machine and method of an embodiment of the present invention, it is possible to efficiently guide the weight training of a user even when the user trains irregularly.

[0044] According to the weight training machine and method of an embodiment of the present invention, it is possible to efficiently guide various weight trainings of a user.

[0045] In addition, according to the weight training machine and method of an embodiment of the present invention, not only can it track the user's training, but also the corresponding additional costs are minimized due to its simple structure. Description of the drawings

[0046] Figure 1 and Figure 2 are a perspective view and a block diagram for describing a weight training machine according to an embodiment.

[0047] Figure 3 is a perspective view for describing a training machine main body according to an embodiment.

[0048] Figure 4 and Figure 5 are diagrams for observing from another angle to describe a sensor example of a weight training machine according to an embodiment.

[0049] Figure 6 is a diagram for describing the sensor function according to an embodiment.

[0050] Figures 7 to 10 is a diagram for describing an example of a user interface screen according to an embodiment.

[0051] Figure 11 is a diagram for describing an example of a user interface screen according to another embodiment.

[0052] Figure 12 is a curve graph showing the moving distance of the training machine main body within a predetermined time.

[0053] Figure 13 is a curve graph showing the moving speed of the training machine main body within a predetermined time.

[0054] Figure 14 is a diagram for describing an example of a user interface screen according to another embodiment.

[0055] Figures 15 to 21b is a diagram for describing a user interface screen according to another embodiment. Detailed Description of the Invention

[0056] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same reference numerals refer to the same components, and the size or thickness of each component may be enlarged for clear illustration.

[0057] Figure 1 and Figure 2 are a perspective view and a block diagram for describing a weight training machine 1 according to an embodiment. Figure 3 is a perspective view for describing a training machine main body 10 according to an embodiment.

[0058] Referring to Figures 1 to 3 , the weight training machine 1 may include a training machine main body 10, as well as a sensor 21, a display 23, and a processor 25.

[0059] The training machine main body 10 may be a training machine that moves along with the user's weight training. For example, the training machine main body 10 may include a plurality of weight members 11, a frame structure 13, and a pin structure 15. The frame structure 13 supports the plurality of weight members 11 to enable them to move in the direction of gravity, and the pin structure 15 is configured to be inserted into a pin hole 110 so that at least a part of the plurality of weight members 11 can be selected. However, the configuration of the training machine main body 10 is not limited thereto, and it may be a training machine for free weights as needed.

[0060] The plurality of weight members 11 are stacked in sequence along the direction of gravity. The weight members 11 may be plate-shaped. However, the shape of the weight members 11 is not limited thereto, and they may have various shapes such as block shapes. The plurality of weight members 11 each have a predetermined weight. The pin holes 110 may be formed in each weight member 11, or formed by adjacent weight members 11.

[0061] The weights of the weight members 11 may be the same or different from each other. As an example, the weight of each of the plurality of weight members 11 may be the same 5 kg. As another example, a part of the plurality of weight members 11 may be 5 kg, and a part of the plurality of weight members 11 may be 10 kg. In addition to this, the weights of the plurality of weight members 11 may be configured in various forms.

[0062] The frame structure 13 may include a base frame 131 and a pair of guide rails 133. The pair of guide rails 133 extends in the direction of gravity to enable a plurality of weight members 11 to move in the direction of gravity, and the guide rails 133 are disposed on the base frame 131. The pair of guide rails 133 may be configured to penetrate through the plurality of weight members 11. The frame structure 13 includes a connection line 135, and the connection line 135 is configured to transmit the force applied by the user to the weight members 11.

[0063] The pin structure 15 may include an insertion region 151 inserted into the pin hole 110 and a fixing region 153 fixed to the insertion region 151. The insertion region 151 of the pin structure 15 may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the pin hole 110. In the pin structure 15, the insertion region 151 may be cylindrical, but is not limited thereto, and it may have various shapes that can be inserted into the pin hole 110, for example, plate-shaped.

[0064] By inserting the insertion region 151 of the pin structure 15 into the pin hole 110 of any weight member 11, the weight member 11 into which the pin structure 15 is inserted and the weights of the weight members 11 arranged above it can be selected.

[0065] The user applies a force to the training structure 12 to move the weight member 11 with the selected weight in the direction opposite to the direction of gravity or in the direction of gravity. The training structure 12 can be implemented in various forms according to the body part to be trained. The shape of the training structure 12 is well known, so its detailed description is omitted.

[0066] On the other hand, in the above embodiment, as an example of the training machine main body 10, a mechanical weight device that performs weight training during the physical movement of the weight member 11 is described, but is not limited thereto. For example, although not shown, the training machine main body 10 may also be an electronic weight device that provides a load to the user by driving a motor to perform weight training without the weight member 11.

[0067] The weight training machine 1 according to an embodiment may include a training guide unit 20 that provides a user interface screen 230 (as Figures 7 to 11 shown), and the user interface screen 230 is used to detect the user's training status in the training machine main body 10 and improve the training effect of using the training machine main body 10.

[0068] The training guide unit 20 may include a sensor 21, a display 23, and a processor 25. The sensor 21 detects the movement of the training machine main body 10, the display 23 outputs the user interface screen 230, and the processor 25 controls the display 23.

[0069] The sensor 21 may be configured to detect the movement of a part of the structure of the training machine main body 10, for example, the training structure 12. The sensor 21 may be configured to detect the movement of the training machine main body 10 in real time. For example, the sensor 21 may be configured to detect in real time information related to at least one of the position, moving speed, and moving direction of the weight member 11 selected by the pin structure 15.

[0070] Figure 4 And 5 is a view observed from another angle to describe an example of the sensor 21 of the weight training machine 1 according to an embodiment. Figure 6 is a view for describing the function of the sensor 21 according to an embodiment.

[0071] Reference Figures 4 to 6 , the sensor 21 may be configured to measure the distance D from the sensor 21 to the pin structure 15 to determine the position of the selected weight member 11.

[0072] The sensor 21 may be configured to measure the distance from the sensor 21 to the fixed area 153 of the pin structure 15, wherein the pin structure 15 is inserted into the pin hole 110 of one of the plurality of weight members 11.

[0073] When the pin structure 15 is inserted into the pin hole 110 of the weight member 11, the sensor 21 may be arranged at a position overlapping the fixed area 153 in the gravity direction. For example, it may be arranged above the base frame 131.

[0074] The sensor 21 may be arranged so as not to be exposed to the user. For example, the base frame 131 may include a cover 137, and the cover 137 is arranged on the surface facing the user. The cover 137 may include a guide hole 1371 that allows the pin structure 15 to move. As Figure 4 shown, the sensor 21 may be arranged inside the cover 137 above the guide hole 1371.

[0075] The sensor 21 may measure the distance using a laser beam L. The sensor 21 may be a laser rangefinder. The sensor 21 measures the distance D from the sensor 21 to the pin structure 15 by irradiating the laser beam L onto the fixed area 153 of the pin structure 15 and detecting the reflected laser beam L. Since the sensor 21 uses the laser beam L, the structure can be simplified and the cost can be reduced.

[0076] When the sensor 21 uses a method other than the laser beam L, the measurement error may be too large or the cost may increase significantly. As an example, when the sensor 21 uses a light sensing method or an ultrasonic sensing method, the distance cannot be accurately measured due to other structures adjacent to the pin structure 15. Additionally, as another example, when the sensor 21 uses a magnetic force sensing method, a magnet needs to be arranged on the pin structure 15 and a sensor for detecting the magnetic force needs to be arranged on the moving path of the pin structure 15. In this case, the cost for detecting the distance will increase sharply.

[0077] In contrast, the sensor 21 according to the embodiment excludes the interference phenomenon caused by other structures by using the laser beam L with straightness, and minimizes the increased cost due to its simple structure.

[0078] The fixed area 153 of the pin structure 15 may have a reflective surface that reflects the laser beam L irradiated from the sensor 21.

[0079] Refer back to Figure 3 , the fixed area 153 may include a cylindrical unit 1531 and an inclined unit 1533. The diameter of the cylindrical unit 1531 is constant along the extending direction of the pin structure 15, and the inclined unit 1533 extends from the cylindrical unit 1531 and its diameter changes along the extending direction. However, the shape of the fixed area 153 is not limited thereto, and its structure can be changed into various shapes that support the user to insert the pin structure 15 into the pin hole 110 or remove it from the pin hole 110.

[0080] The sensor 21 may be arranged such that the laser beam L irradiates the center of the fixed area 153. For example, it may be arranged such that the center of the sensor 21 overlaps with the center of the fixed area 153 in the direction of gravity.

[0081] The sensor 21 can determine information related to the moving speed and moving direction of the weight member 11 based on information related to the position of the weight member 11. Thereby, the movement of the trainer main body 10 can be detected.

[0082] For example, information related to the moving speed and moving direction of the weight member 11 can be determined based on the position change of the weight member 11 detected at a predetermined time interval. When the detected distance of the weight member 11 increases, it can be determined that the weight member 11 has descended, and when the detected distance of the weight member 11 decreases, it can be determined that the weight member 11 has ascended. The moving speed of the weight member 11 can be determined based on the amount of distance change of the weight member 11 measured within a predetermined unit time. Those of ordinary skill in the art can easily implement it, so its detailed description will be omitted.

[0083] On the other hand, in the above-described embodiments, an example in which the sensor 21 mainly determines the moving speed and moving direction of the weight member 11 based on the position movement of the pin structure 15 has been described for the moving speed and moving direction of the weight member 11. However, the determination of the moving speed and moving direction of the weight member 11 is not necessarily limited thereto. For example, although not shown, the sensor 21 may measure the moving speed and moving direction of the connection line 135 connected to the weight member 11, or measure the rotational speed and rotational direction of a pulley (not shown) for changing the direction of the connection line 135.

[0084] Referring back to Figure 1 and Figure 2 , the display 23 may be connected to the training machine main body 10 by a physical or electrical connection. For example, the display 23 may be provided on the frame structure 13 of the training machine main body 10. However, the connection of the display 23 is not limited thereto, and it may be configured in various forms. For example, the display 23 may be independently arranged regardless of the training machine main body 10. As an example, the display 23 may be a display of a user terminal.

[0085] The processor 25 may control the display to display the user interface screen 230 based on the movement of the training machine main body 10 detected by the sensor 21 to improve the user training effect.

[0086] Figures 7 to 10 is a diagram for describing an example of the user interface screen 230 of the display 23 according to an embodiment.

[0087] Referring to Figure 2 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 , the display 23 displays the user interface screen 230 for guiding the user's weight training.

[0088] The processor 25 may control the display 23 to display the first indicator 233 and the second indicator 235 in the user interface screen 230. The first indicator 233 represents the user training state corresponding to the movement of the training machine main body 10 detected by the sensor 21, and the second indicator 235 represents the training guide recommended when using the training machine main body 10.

[0089] The processor 25 may be provided in the training machine main body 10, but is not limited thereto. For example, the processor 25 may be arranged in a structure outside the training machine main body 10, such as a server located at a remote location. In this case, the weight training machine 1 may further include a communication unit (not shown), and the communication unit is used to transmit signals between the weight training machine 1 and the server arranged at a remote location.

[0090] The processor 25 can determine the user's training status based on the movement of the training machine main body 10 detected by the sensor 21. For example, the processor 25 can determine the user's training status based on the distance from the sensor 21 to the pin structure 15 detected by the sensor 21. The user's training status can include information related to the user's training direction and training speed.

[0091] For example, the processor 25 can determine the moving direction and moving speed of the pin structure 15 based on the change in the detected distance value at a predetermined time interval. When the detected distance from the sensor 21 to the pin structure 15 increases, the processor 25 can determine that the pin structure 15 has descended; when the detected distance to the pin structure 15 decreases, the processor 25 can determine that the pin structure 15 has ascended. The moving speed of the pin structure 15 can be determined based on the amount of change in the distance to the pin structure 15 measured within a predetermined unit time. Thus, the user's training direction and training speed can be determined.

[0092] As the user applies force to the training machine main body 10, the weight component 11 of the training machine main body 10 moves due to the pin structure 15 and the connection line 135. The moving direction and moving speed of the weight component 11 can be the same as those of the pin structure 15.

[0093] The processor 25 can determine the user's training status based on the determined moving direction and moving speed of the pin structure 15. For example, the processor 25 can determine the user's training direction when the pin structure 15 ascends as the first direction, and the user's training direction when the pin structure 15 descends as the second direction. Additionally, the processor 25 can determine the moving speed of the pin structure 15 as the user's training speed.

[0094] The processor 25 controls the display 23 to display a first indicator 233 on the user interface screen 230 for indicating the user's training status. The first indicator 233 indicates the user's training status corresponding to the detected movement of the training machine main body 10. For example, when the detected movement speed of the training machine main body 10 increases, the processor 25 controls the display 23 to increase the moving speed of the first indicator 233; when the detected movement speed of the training machine main body 10 decreases, the processor 25 controls the display 23 to decrease the moving speed of the first indicator 233. For example, when the detected movement direction of the training machine main body 10 changes, the processor 25 controls the display 23 to change the moving direction of the first indicator 233.

[0095] The processor 25 can control the display 23 to cause the first indicator 233 to reciprocate along the reference line 231 on the user interface screen 230. The moving speed of the first indicator 233 can correspond to the moving speed of the pin structure 15. For example, the moving speed of the first indicator 233 can be the same as or in a predetermined ratio to the moving speed of the pin structure 15.

[0096] The reference line 231 can represent the range of motion (ROM) of the training machine main body 10. For example, one end 2311 of the reference line 231 can correspond to the starting position where no external force is applied to the training machine main body 10, and the other end 2312 corresponds to the maximum position where the training machine main body 10 can move.

[0097] For example, when the user applies a force to the training machine main body 10 to lift the selected weight component 11, the first indicator 233 can move from one end 2311 of the reference line 231 in the first direction A to approach the other end 2312 of the reference line 231, and it can move at a speed proportional to the rising speed of the pin structure 15.

[0098] On the contrary, when the user applies a force to the training machine main body 10 to lower the selected weight component 11, the first indicator 233 can move in the second direction B to move away from the other end 2312 of the reference line 231, and it can move at a speed proportional to the descending speed of the pin structure 15.

[0099] The user can identify their own training direction and training speed by referring to the moving direction and moving speed of the first indicator 233 described above. In addition, the user can identify the position of the first indicator 233 within a given training interval by referring to the position of the first indicator 233 on the reference line 231.

[0100] The reference line 231 can have a curved shape. For example, the reference line 231 can have a ring shape with a part cut off.

[0101] On the other hand, in addition to the training direction and training speed, the user interface screen 230 of the display 23 displays various information and can perform inputs for training management. For example, the display 23 can display the training name 241, training load 242, number of training sets 243, and number of training times 244, etc. For example, the display 23 can display a first input part 245 for selecting a training mode, a second input part 246 for adjusting the training sets, and a reset part 247. However, the user interface screen 230 of the display 23 is not limited to this, and it can be changed into various forms, such as Figure 11 shown.

[0102] Refer back to Figures 7 to 10 , the processor 25 can control the display 23 to display a second indicator 235 in the user interface screen 230 for the user to train efficiently, where the second indicator 235 represents the recommended training guidelines when training with the training machine main body 10.

[0103] For example, the processor 25 can control the display 23 such that the second indicator 235 moves along the reference line 231 corresponding to the target training speed and the target training direction.

[0104] The processor 25 can control the display 23 to simultaneously display the second indicator 235 and the first indicator 233 in the user interface screen 230. Thus, the user can visually confirm the difference between their current training state and the target training state while training to approach the target training state.

[0105] The user can adjust their training speed themselves while comparing the second indicator 235 and the first indicator 233. For example, when the first indicator 233 lags behind the second indicator 235, the user can increase the training speed; when the first indicator 233 is ahead of the second indicator 235, the user can train corresponding to the target training speed by reducing the training speed.

[0106] The second indicator 235 can have the same size as the first indicator 233. The second indicator 235 can have the same size as the first indicator 233 and a different color. However, the sizes, shapes, and colors of the second indicator 235 and the first indicator 233 are not limited to this, and they can be configured in various forms.

[0107] The display 23 can display the first indicator 233 and the second indicator 235 moving back and forth along the reference line 231. The display 23 only displays the user's reciprocating training direction and speed through the reference line 231 without displaying the concept of time. Thus, even if the user changes the training direction at any position, the display 23 can easily display the user's target training state according to the changed training direction.

[0108] The processor 25 can control the display 23 to adaptively change the position of the second indicator 235 based on the user's training state. The processor 25 can control the display 23 to adaptively change the position of the second indicator 235 based on the moving direction of the first indicator 233.

[0109] For example, the position of the second indicator 235 can depend on the user's training state. The position of the second indicator 235 can depend on the moving direction of the first indicator 233.

[0110] For example, when the processor 25 determines based on the detection result that the user's training direction has changed, it controls the display 23 to change the direction of the first indicator 233 and displays the second indicator 235 at the position where the direction of the first indicator 233 has changed.

[0111] For example, when the direction of the first indicator 233 changes in the user interface screen 230, the processor 25 can control the display 23 to display the second indicator 235 at the position where the direction of the first indicator 233 is switched. Thus, when the first indicator 233 changes direction and moves, the second indicator 235 can start moving at the position where the direction of the first indicator 233 changes. Therefore, even if the user changes the training direction at an arbitrary position, the weight training machine 1 according to the embodiment can well perform the training guidance for the user.

[0112] As an example, in the weight training machine 1 according to the embodiment, the user alternately performs the first training and the second training. In the first training, the user moves the main body of the training machine in the direction in which the weight member 11 is lifted, and in the second training, the user moves the main body of the training machine in the direction in which the weight member 11 is lowered. The training direction changes during the process in which the user alternately performs the first training and the second training. However, the position or time point at which the training direction changes varies from user to user, and may also vary for the same user depending on their health condition and the like. That is, the user can change the training direction at an arbitrary position other than the established position. Thus, the first indicator 233 that moves along the reference line 231 can change its direction at an arbitrary position, rather than at the two ends 2311 and 2312 of the reference line 231.

[0113] At the moment when the direction of the first indicator 233 changes, the second indicator 235 may be located at the same position as the first indicator 233, but in most cases, it may be Figure 9 located at a position separated from the first indicator 233 by a predetermined distance G as shown.

[0114] Referring to Figure 10 , the processor 25 can detect the direction conversion of the pin structure 15 and detect the position at the time of the direction conversion of the pin structure 15. Based on the detection result, the processor 25 can switch the direction of the first indicator 233 in the display 23 and instantaneously move the position of the second indicator 235 to the position where the direction of the first indicator 233 changes. The processor 25 can move the position of the second indicator 235 while changing the direction of the first indicator 233. The processor 25 can move the position of the second indicator 235 within 1 second (for example, within 0.5 second, within 0.1 second) from the time point when the direction of the first indicator 233 changes.

[0115] The processor 25 determines whether the detected movement is a conversion of the training direction, and when it is determined that the training direction is converted, the processor 25 moves the position of the second indicator 235 to the position where the direction of the first indicator 233 changes.

[0116] When the detected direction of motion is opposite to the original direction and the distance or speed of movement in the reverse direction is greater than or equal to a reference value, the processor 25 may determine that the training direction of the user has been switched. When the detected direction of motion is opposite to the original direction but the distance or speed of movement in the reverse direction is less than the reference value, the processor 25 may determine that the training direction of the user has not been switched.

[0117] Figure 12 is a graph showing the moving distance of the trainer main body 10 within a predetermined time, Figure 13 is a graph showing the moving speed of the trainer main body 10 within a predetermined time.

[0118] Reference Figure 12 , the detected moving distance increases with time before reaching the predetermined time point. In this case, it can be seen that the trainer main body 10 moves while maintaining the original direction. After the predetermined time point t1, the trainer main body 10 may move in the reverse direction of the original direction. At this time, as shown by A1, when the trainer main body 10 moves in the reverse direction of the original direction and the distance of movement in the reverse direction is greater than or equal to the first reference value R1, the processor 25 may determine that the training direction of the user has been switched. As shown by B1, when the trainer main body 10 moves in the reverse direction of the original direction but the distance of movement in the reverse direction is less than the first reference value R1, the processor 25 may determine that the training direction of the user has not been switched.

[0119] Reference Figure 13 , the detected speed of motion is greater than 0 before reaching the predetermined time point t1. In this case, it can be seen that the trainer main body 10 moves while maintaining the original direction. After the predetermined time point t1, the moving speed of the trainer main body 10 may be less than 0, which means that the moving direction of the trainer main body 10 is opposite to the original direction. At this time, as shown by C1, when the moving speed (absolute value) of the trainer main body 10 moving in the reverse direction is equal to or greater than the second reference value R2, the processor 25 may determine that the training direction of the user has been switched. As shown by D1, when the moving speed (absolute value) of the trainer main body 10 moving in the reverse direction is less than the second reference value R2, the processor 25 may determine that the training direction of the user has not been switched.

[0120] Thus, when a slight vibration inadvertently occurs during the user's training, the second indicator 235 can be prevented from moving to the position of the first indicator 233.

[0121] The reference value can be greater than the moving distance or speed during slight vibrations that inadvertently occur during user training. For example, the first reference value R1 can be from 0.1 cm to 15 cm, such as from 0.2 cm to 10 cm, such as from 0.4 cm to 7 cm. For example, the second reference value R2 can be from 2 cm / s to 20 cm / s, such as from 3 cm / s to 17 cm / s, such as from 4 cm / s to 15 cm / s.

[0122] Refer back to Figure 9 and Figure 10 When the first indicator 233 changes direction while the second indicator 235 is in a state of moving away from the first indicator 233, the second indicator 235 can move in the same direction as the moving direction of the first indicator 233 to the position where the first indicator 233 changes direction. By displaying the second indicator 235 at or adjacent to the position of the first indicator 233 when the direction of the first indicator 233 has changed, the user's willingness to follow the training of the second indicator 235 can be stimulated. Among them, the adjacent position can refer to a position where at least a part of the second indicator 235 overlaps with the first indicator 233, or a position where even if they do not overlap, the distance between the two is within 5 cm or within 3 cm.

[0123] When the moving direction of the first indicator 233 changes and the second indicator 235 only changes the moving direction without moving its position, the distance between the second indicator 235 and the first indicator 233 can be maintained or greater than the difference in the distance between the second indicator 235 and the first indicator 233 before the change in the moving direction. This phenomenon becomes more and more serious as the number of times the user changes the training direction increases. This will reduce the user's willingness to follow the training of the second indicator 235, resulting in difficulty in obtaining an ideal training effect.

[0124] On the contrary, in the weight training machine 1 according to the embodiment, even if the user changes the training direction, the second indicator 235 will be displayed at a position adjacent to the position of the first indicator 233, so the user's willingness to follow the training of the second indicator 235 can be continuously stimulated.

[0125] On the other hand, in a mechanical weight training machine that physically moves the weight member 11, the load applied to the user is predetermined by the weight of the weight member 11 before the weight of the weight member 11 is set differently. Thus, in a mechanical weight training machine, it is difficult for the user to adjust the load applied to the user during training.

[0126] In the weight training machine according to the embodiment, in consideration of such a disadvantage of the mechanical weight device, the second indicator 235 may be displayed on the user interface screen 230, where the second indicator 235 guides the user to perform training with other loads when the weight of the weight member 11 remains unchanged.

[0127] Figure 14 FIG. is a diagram for describing an example of the user interface screen 230G according to another embodiment.

[0128] Reference Figure 14 , the processor 25 may control the display 23 to differently display the speed of the second indicator 235 on the user interface screen 230G according to the user's training direction. For example, the processor 25 may control the display 23 such that the speed VG1 of the second indicator 235 in the first direction is different from the speed VG2 of the second indicator 235 in the second direction. By differently displaying the speeds VG1, VG2 of the second indicator 235 in the user interface screen 230, the user can be guided to perform training with different loads applied to the training machine main body 10.

[0129] The processor 25 may control the display 23 such that the user trains at different speeds when performing concentric contraction training and eccentric contraction training, and the speeds VG1, VG2 of the second indicator 235 are different according to the direction of the second indicator 235. Among them, the concentric contraction training may refer to training in which the training direction is the same as the muscle contraction direction, and the eccentric contraction training may refer to training in which the training direction is different from the muscle contraction direction.

[0130] During the user's weight training process, the user may alternately repeat concentric contraction training and eccentric contraction training. For example, during the user's concentric contraction training, the first indicator 233 in the user interface screen 230G may move in the first direction; during the user's eccentric contraction training, the first indicator 233 in the user interface screen 230G may move in the second direction. The processor 25 may control the display 23 to display in such a way that the speed of the second indicator 235 in the second direction is slower than the speed of the second indicator 235 in the first direction. As described above, by making the speed VG2 of the second indicator 235 in the second direction slower than the speed VG1 in the first direction, the user can be guided to perform training in which the eccentric contraction training applies a greater load to the same muscle than the concentric contraction training. Thus, even in a mechanical weight device, the user can strengthen the eccentric contraction training required for the muscles.

[0131] For example, by making the speeds VG1 and VG2 of the second indicator 235 different according to the moving direction, the load applied to the muscle by the user during concentric contraction training can be made different from the load applied to the muscle by the user during eccentric contraction training.

[0132] On the other hand, in the above-described embodiment, mainly an example in which the sizes and shapes of the first indicator 233 and the second indicator 235 are the same as each other has been described. However, the sizes and shapes of the first indicator 233 and the second indicator 235 are not limited thereto, and they can be configured in various forms.

[0133] Figures 15 to 21b It is a diagram for describing user interface screens 230A, 230B, 230C, 230D, 230E, and 230F according to another embodiment.

[0134] Reference Figure 15 , the second indicator 235A can be larger than the first indicator 233. For example, the length of the second indicator 235A can be longer than the length of the first indicator 233. For example, the area of the second indicator 235A can be larger than the area of the first indicator 233.

[0135] The color of the second indicator 235A can be different according to the distance between it and the first indicator 233. Among them, different colors are defined as meaning that at least one of the color and the pattern is different.

[0136] As an example, as Figure 16 shown, when the first indicator 233 overlaps with the second indicator 235A, the color of the second indicator 235A can change. As another example, as Figure 17 shown, when the first indicator 233 approaches the second indicator 235A and the distance between the first indicator 233 and the second indicator 235A is within a predetermined distance D1, the color of the second indicator 235A can change.

[0137] For example, the predetermined distance D1 can be less than or equal to 2 times the length of the first indicator 233. For example, the predetermined distance D1 can be less than or equal to 1 times the length of the first indicator 233.

[0138] On the other hand, in the above-described embodiment, mainly an example in which the color of the second indicator 235A changes according to the distance between the second indicator 235A and the first indicator 233 has been described, but it is not limited thereto, and the color or shape of the first indicator 233 can be variable, or the shape of the second indicator 235A can be variable.

[0139] In addition, in Figures 15 to 17In the embodiments, an example in which the size of the second indicator 235A is greater than that of the first indicator 233 is mainly described, but it is not limited thereto. For example, as Figure 18 shown, when the sizes and shapes of the first indicator 233 and the second indicator 235 are the same, the color of the second indicator 235 can also change according to the distance between the first indicator 233 and the second indicator 235.

[0140] As described above, by changing the color or shape of the second indicator 235A or the first indicator 233 according to the distance between the second indicator 235A and the first indicator 233, the training willingness of the user can be stimulated.

[0141] In the above embodiments, an example in which the display 23 simultaneously displays the second indicators 235, 235A and the first indicator 233 is mainly described. However, in the weight training machine 1 according to the embodiments, it is not necessarily required to simultaneously display the first indicator 233 and the second indicators 235, 235A, and the first indicator 233 can be displayed without displaying the second indicator according to the user's selection.

[0142] The processor 25 can provide various modes for user selection through the display 23. For example, a plurality of modes can be displayed to the user through the display 23, and at least one of the plurality of modes can be selected.

[0143] For example, the display 23 can display the second indicators 235, 235A differently according to the training mode selected by the user. For example, the display 23 can cause the second indicators 235, 235A to be displayed differently on the user interface screens 230A, 230B, 230D according to whether it is the second mode 2452, the third mode 2453 or the fourth mode 2454. However, the number of modes in the display 23 is not limited thereto and can be configured in various forms.

[0144] As Figure 19 shown, in the first mode 2451, only the first indicator 233 for indicating the current training state of the user can be displayed without displaying the second indicator, so that the user can train according to his free will.

[0145] In the second mode 2452, the third mode 2453 and the fourth mode 2454, the second indicators 235, 235A can be displayed together with the first indicator 233 to guide the user's training.

[0146] In the second mode 2452, the second indicator 235A reciprocally moves along the reference line 231 in the first direction A and the second direction B at the same moving speed VG1, so that the user can be guided to train at a constant speed.

[0147] In the third mode 2453 and the fourth mode 2454, the second indicator 235 can display the moving speed differently according to the moving direction. For example, the speeds VG1 and VG3 of the second indicator 235 when moving along the reference line 231 in the first direction A can be faster than the speeds VG2 and VG4 when moving in the second direction B.

[0148] For example, referring to Figure 14 , when the user performs concentric contraction training in the third mode 2453, the second indicator 235 can move at the first speed VG1; when the user changes the training direction to perform eccentric contraction training, the second indicator 235 can move at a second speed VG2 slower than the first speed VG1. For example, the second speed VG2 can be less than 2 / 3 of the first speed VG1. The second speed VG2 can be less than 1 / 2 of the first speed VG1. Thus, the user's training can be guided to enable the user to obtain effects such as strengthening muscles.

[0149] For example, referring to Figure 20 , when the user performs concentric contraction training in the fourth mode 2454, the second indicator 235 can move at the third speed VG3; when the user changes the training direction to perform eccentric contraction training, the second indicator 235 can move at a fourth speed VG4 slower than the third speed VG3. The fourth speed VG4 can be less than 2 / 3 of the third speed VG3. The fourth speed VG4 can be less than 1 / 2 of the third speed VG3. For example, the third speed VG3 can be faster than the first speed VG1. The third speed VG3 can be 1.3 to 2 times the first speed VG1. Thus, the user's training can be guided to enable the user to obtain effects such as restoring a healthy state.

[0150] On the other hand, in the above embodiments, an example in which the reference line 231 of the user interface screens 230, 230A, 230B, 230C, 230D displayed on the display 23 has a curved shape has been described. However, the shape of the reference line 231 is not limited to this, and it can be changed into various forms for guiding reciprocating training. For example, the reference lines 231A and 231B of the user interface screens 230E and 230F can be strip-shaped as shown in Figure 21a or can be in a shape with at least a part of the interval being curved as shown in Figure 21b .

[0151] On the other hand, in the above embodiments, a shoulder press for strengthening the shoulders is shown as an example of the training machine main body 10, but it is not limited to this, and various training machines for weight training can be applied.

[0152] Embodiments according to the present invention can be implemented in the form of a computer program implemented by various components in a computer, and such a computer program can be recorded on a computer-readable medium. At this time, the medium may include magnetic media such as hard disks, floppy disks, magnetic tapes, etc., optical recording media such as CD-ROMs, DVDs, etc., magneto-optical media such as floptical disks, and hardware devices such as ROMs, RAMs, flash memories, etc. that are specifically configured to store and execute program commands. In addition, the medium may include an intangible medium that can be implemented in a form that can be transmitted over a network, for example, a medium implemented in the form of software or an application program that can be transmitted and distributed over the network.

[0153] On the other hand, the computer program may be a program specifically designed and configured for the present invention, or a program known and available to those skilled in the field of computer software. Examples of computer programs may include not only machine language codes generated by compilers, but also high-level language codes that can be executed by a computer through interpreters and the like.

[0154] As described above, the preferred embodiments have been mainly described. Those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains can understand that the present invention can be implemented in a transformed form without departing from the essential features of the present invention. Therefore, the above-disclosed embodiments should be considered from a descriptive perspective rather than a restrictive perspective. The scope of the present invention has been shown in the claims rather than the above description, and all differences within the scope equivalent to the claims should be construed as being included in the present invention.

Claims

1. A weight training machine, comprising: A training machine main body that moves with the user's weight training; A sensor that detects the movement of the training machine main body; A display that outputs a user interface screen; And A processor that controls the display to display a first indicator and a second indicator on the user interface screen, where the first indicator represents the user's training status corresponding to the detected movement, and the second indicator represents the training guidelines recommended when using the training machine main body. Wherein, the processor controls the display to adaptively change the position of the second indicator based on the change of the first indicator.

2. The weight training machine according to claim 1, wherein, The user's training status includes information related to the user's training direction and training speed.

3. The weight training machine according to claim 1, wherein, When the processor determines that the user's training direction has changed based on the detected movement, it controls the display to display the second indicator at the position where the direction of the first indicator changes.

4. The weight training machine according to claim 1, wherein, The processor controls the display such that the first indicator and the second indicator reciprocally move along a reference line in a first direction and a second direction opposite to the first direction on the user interface screen.

5. The weight training machine according to claim 4, wherein, The display displays the reference line in a curve form.

6. The weight training machine according to claim 4, wherein, The processor controls the display such that the speed of the second indicator in the first direction and the speed of the second indicator in the second direction are different.

7. The weight training machine according to claim 6, wherein, The processor controls the display such that the user trains at different speeds during concentric contraction training and eccentric contraction training, and the speed of the second indicator changes according to the direction of the second indicator.

8. The weight training machine according to claim 1, wherein, The training machine main body includes a plurality of weight components, a frame structure, and a pin structure. The frame structure supports the plurality of weight components to be movable in the direction of gravity. The pin structure is configured to select at least a part of the plurality of weight components. Wherein, the sensor is configured to detect information related to at least one of the position, moving speed, and moving direction of the weight component selected by the pin structure.

9. The weight training machine according to claim 8, wherein, The sensor is disposed on the frame structure and irradiates a laser beam towards the pin structure, and measures the distance from the sensor to the pin structure by receiving the reflected laser beam.

10. A weight training machine, comprising: A training machine main body that moves with the user's weight training; A sensor that detects the movement of the training machine main body; A display that outputs a user interface screen; And A processor that controls the display such that a first indicator and a second indicator reciprocally move along a reference line in a first direction and a second direction opposite to the first direction on the user interface screen, where the first indicator represents the user's training status corresponding to the detected movement, and the second indicator represents the training guidelines recommended when using the training machine main body. Wherein, the processor controls the display such that the speed of the second indicator in the first direction and the speed of the second indicator in the second direction are different.

11. A method, comprising: Output a user interface screen on the display; Detect the movement of the training machine main body; And Display a first indicator and a second indicator on the user interface screen, wherein the first indicator represents the training status of the user corresponding to the detected motion, and the second indicator represents the training guidelines recommended during training using the main body of the trainer. Among them, in the displaying step, adaptively change the position of the second indicator based on the change of the first indicator and display the position of the second indicator.

12. The method according to claim 11, wherein, The training status of the user includes information related to the training direction and training speed of the user.

13. The method according to claim 11, wherein, In the displaying step, when the direction of the first indicator is switched, the second indicator is displayed at the position where the direction of the first indicator is switched.

14. The method according to claim 11, wherein, In the displaying step, the first indicator and the second indicator are displayed as reciprocally moving in a first direction and a second direction opposite to the first direction along a reference line having a curved shape on the user interface screen.

15. The method according to claim 14, wherein, In the displaying step, the speed of the second indicator in the first direction and the speed of the second indicator in the second direction are displayed as different.

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