Exercise system, exercise device, and exercise method

Abstract

This exercise system (1) comprises a load-imparting device (10) and an ion delivery device (20). The load-imparting device (10) is positioned in a room (30) and imparts a load to the body of a user H. The ion delivery device (20) is positioned in the room (30) and delivers ions. The ion delivery device (20) delivers ions toward the side of the load-imparting device (10). The ion delivery device (20) delivers ions in the direction of the user H, who is exercising using the load-imparting device (10). The ion delivery device (10) delivers ions to a specific region of the user H. The specific region is a region where the skin of the user H is exposed. A plurality of ion delivery devices (20) are provided. The plurality of ion delivery devices (20) are positioned in mutually different positions. (Fig. 1)

Description

Exercise system, exercise device, and exercise method

[0001] The present invention relates to an exercise system, an exercise device, and an exercise method.

[0002] The exercise device described in Patent Document 1 has a weight, a handle, and a wire. The weight has a predetermined weight. The handle is connected to the weight via the wire. The wire connects the weight and the handle. The weight is pulled up according to the force applied by the user via the handle. The pulled-up weight reaches a predetermined position. Then, the weight moves from the predetermined position toward the initial position.

[0003] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2012-170754

[0004] However, in the exercise device described in Patent Document 1, depending on the psychological state of the user, the effect of exercise could not be improved.

[0005] The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object thereof is to provide an exercise system, an exercise device, and an exercise method capable of improving the effect of exercise.

[0006] According to one aspect of the present invention, an exercise system includes a load applying device and an ion emitting device. The load applying device is arranged indoors and applies a load to the user's body. The ion emitting device is arranged indoors and emits ions.

[0007] According to one aspect of the present invention, an exercise device includes a load applying unit and an ion emitting unit. The load applying unit is arranged indoors and applies a load to the user's body. The ion emitting unit is arranged indoors and emits ions.

[0008] According to one aspect of the present invention, an exercise method includes an applying step and an emitting step. In the applying step, a load applying unit arranged indoors applies a load to the user's body. In the emitting step, an ion emitting unit arranged indoors emits ions.

[0009] According to the exercise system, exercise device, and exercise method of the present invention, the effect of exercise can be improved.

[0010] This is a diagram showing an exercise system according to an embodiment of the present invention. This is another diagram showing an exercise system according to an embodiment of the present invention. This is a diagram showing an ion delivery device related to the exercise system of this embodiment. This is a diagram showing the process performed by the exercise system according to this embodiment. This is a diagram showing the experimental procedure for an experiment using the exercise system according to this embodiment. This is a graph showing the average value of the change in activity level in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. This is a graph showing the average value of the change in alertness level in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. This is a graph showing the average value of the change in comfort level in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. This is another graph showing the average value of the change in activity level in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. This is a graph showing the average value of the change in fatigue level in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. This is a graph showing the average value of subjective exercise intensity in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. This is a graph showing the average value of the exercise load in the fourth step in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. This is a graph showing the average value of the exercise load in the sixth step in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention.

[0011] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. In the drawings, the same or corresponding parts will be denoted by the same reference numerals and will not be repeated in the description.

[0012] First, an exercise system 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to Figures 1 and 2. Figure 1 is a diagram showing an exercise system 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is another diagram showing an exercise system 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. The exercise system 1 allows a user H to perform exercise. The exercise includes aerobic exercise and anaerobic exercise. Aerobic exercise refers to performing light or moderate-intensity exercise while consuming oxygen. Anaerobic exercise refers to performing high-intensity exercise in a way that does not consume oxygen. The exercise system 1 comprises a load application device 10 and an ion delivery device 20. The exercise system 1 of this embodiment is placed in a room 30.

[0013] The load-applying device 10 applies a load to the user H's body. Specifically, the load-applying device 10 applies a load to the user H's body that resists the user H's body movements. The load represents a force that opposes the user H's movements. For example, when user H runs, the load-applying device 10 applies a force to user H in a direction opposite to the direction in which user H pushes off the ground. For example, when user H lowers their arms, the load-applying device 10 applies a force to user H in a direction opposite to the direction in which the arms are lowered. The load-applying device 10 is an example of a "load-applying unit".

[0014] The load-applying device 10 is, for example, exercise equipment. Exercise equipment includes, for example, a treadmill, exercise bike, stepper, weightlifting machine, and ergometer. The ergometer may be a rowing ergometer. A rowing ergometer is an exercise device that allows you to perform body movements on land that would normally be done on or in water.

[0015] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the user H is positioned in the load-applying device 10. Specifically, the user H is positioned in the exercise space 101 of the load-applying device 10. The user H performs exercises in the exercise space 101. The load-applying device 10 shown in Figures 1 and 2 is a treadmill. For example, the user H runs in the exercise space 101 of the treadmill. As the user H runs in the exercise space 101, the endless belt of the treadmill rotates. The load-applying device 10 generates a force that counteracts the rotation direction of the endless belt. In other words, it can apply a load to the user H's body that counteracts the movement of the user H's body.

[0016] The ion dispensing device 20 is placed in the room and dispensing ions. The ion dispensing device 20 releases ions into the room 30. As ions are released from the ion dispensing device 20 into the room 30, the room 30 becomes filled with ions. In other words, the concentration of ions in the room 30 increases. When user H enters the room 30 with an increased ion concentration, their psychological state towards exercise changes before they begin exercising. Therefore, user H is in a psychological state where they can exercise positively before they begin exercising. As a result, the effectiveness of the exercise performed by user H can be improved. The ion dispensing device 20 corresponds to an example of an "ion dispensing unit". The ion dispensing device 20 may be, for example, an air purifier equipped with an ion generating function. The ion dispensing device 20 may be, for example, an air conditioner equipped with an ion generating function, or other air conditioning equipment equipped with an ion generating function.

[0017] Next, the ion delivery device 20 will be described in detail with reference to Figure 3. Figure 3 is a diagram showing the ion delivery device 20 related to the motion system 1 of this embodiment.

[0018] The ion delivery device 20 comprises a housing 21, a duct 22, an ion generating unit 23, an air blowing unit 24, a detection unit 25, a louver 26, and an adjustment unit 27.

[0019] The housing 21 houses the duct 22, the ion generating unit 23, the air blowing unit 24, the detection unit 25, the louvers 26, and the adjustment unit 27. The housing 21 is the outer shell of the ion delivery device 20.

[0020] The duct 22 guides the air. The duct 22 has a main body 221, an intake port 222, a first discharge port 223, and a second discharge port 224.

[0021] The intake port 222 allows air to flow into the main body 221. Therefore, air flows into the main body 221 from the first direction F1 side through the intake port 222. The first direction F1 indicates the direction from the outside to the inside of the main body 221.

[0022] The main body 221 is an air passage. The main body 221 guides the air flowing in from the first direction F1 to the second direction F2. The second direction F2 is the direction from the intake port 222 to the first outlet port 223, or the direction from the intake port 222 to the second outlet port 224. Specifically, the main body 221 guides the air flowing in from the intake port 222 to the first outlet port 223 and the second outlet port 224.

[0023] The first outlet 223 releases the air that has flowed into the main body 221 into the atmosphere. Specifically, the first outlet 223 releases air in a third direction F3. The third direction F3 is different from the direction in which the intake port 222 is located. The third direction F3 is, for example, the direction from the second outlet 224 towards the first outlet 223.

[0024] The second outlet 224 releases the air that has flowed into the main body 221 into the atmosphere. Specifically, the second outlet 224 releases air in a fourth direction F4. The fourth direction F4 releases air in a direction different from the third direction F3. For example, the fourth direction F4 is a different direction from the direction in which the intake port 222 is located. The fourth direction F4 is, for example, the direction from the first outlet 223 to the second outlet 224.

[0025] The ion generating unit 23 generates ions. The ion generating unit 23 includes a pair of discharge electrodes. Each of the pair of discharge electrodes is a needle-shaped or brush-shaped electrode. Each of the pair of discharge electrodes is formed of, for example, a conductive metal.

[0026] A pair of discharge electrodes discharge. Specifically, a pair of discharge electrodes to which a high voltage is applied discharges and generates active species. Active species include ions. For example, when a high voltage is applied to a pair of discharge electrodes, corona discharge occurs between the two electrodes. Then, one of the electrodes in the pair discharges and releases positive ions. Positive ions are hydrogen ions (H). + Cluster ions (H) are formed when multiple water molecules are clustered around a H molecule. + (H2O) m (where m is any integer greater than or equal to zero). Furthermore, the other electrode of the pair of discharge electrodes releases negative ions by discharging. Negative ions are oxygen ions (O2). -Cluster ions (O2) are formed when multiple water molecules are clustered around a single O2 molecule. - (H2O) n (where n is any positive number greater than or equal to zero)

[0027] The released positive and negative ions each surround, for example, mold and general bacteria floating in the air, and undergo chemical reactions on the surface of the mold and general bacteria. These chemical reactions generate the active species hydroxyl radical (•OH). The mold and general bacteria are then removed by the action of the hydroxyl radical (•OH).

[0028] The ion generating unit 23 is located in the duct 22. Specifically, the ion generating unit 23 is located between the suction port 222 and the first discharge port 223. Alternatively, the ion generating unit 23 may be located between the suction port 222 and the second discharge port 224.

[0029] The blower unit 24 generates airflow. The blower unit 24 is, for example, a fan. The fan is, for example, a sirocco fan. Specifically, the blower unit 24 generates airflow in the direction from the intake port 222 towards the first discharge port 223. The blower unit 24 also generates airflow in the direction from the intake port 222 towards the second discharge port 224. The blower unit 24 is positioned at the intake port 222.

[0030] The air generated by the air blower 24 contains ions generated by the ion generator 23. In other words, air containing ions is discharged from the first outlet 223 and the second outlet 224. Then, ions are released into the room 30. As ions are discharged into the room 30 from the ion discharge device 20, the room 30 becomes filled with ions.

[0031] The detection unit 25 detects the user H. Specifically, the detection unit 25 detects the areas of the user H's skin that are exposed. The areas of exposed skin may be, for example, the user H's face.

[0032] The louvers 26 are rotatably mounted on the housing 21. Specifically, in Figure 3, the louvers 26 are rotatably mounted on the housing 21 about a pivot axis (not shown). The pivot axis of the louvers 26 is, for example, substantially parallel to the horizontal direction. The louvers 26 are also detachably mounted on the housing 21. Furthermore, the louvers 26 are mounted on the housing 21 so as to face the first discharge port 223. Furthermore, the louvers 26 are mounted on the housing 21 so as to face the second discharge port 224.

[0033] For example, at the first outlet 223, the louvers 26 guide the air that has passed through the inside of the duct 22 in a direction corresponding to the rotation angle of the louvers 26. That is, the direction of the air released from the first outlet 223 is corresponding to the rotation angle of the louvers 26. Also, for example, at the second outlet 224, the louvers 26 guide the air that has passed through the inside of the duct 22 in a direction corresponding to the rotation angle of the louvers 26. That is, the direction of the air released from the second outlet 224 is corresponding to the rotation angle of the louvers 26.

[0034] The adjustment unit 27 adjusts the rotation angle of the louvers 26. Specifically, the adjustment unit 27 adjusts the rotation angle of the louvers 26 attached to the first outlet 223. The adjustment unit 27 also adjusts the rotation angle of the louvers 26 attached to the second outlet 224. Therefore, by adjusting the angle of the louvers 26, air containing ions can be released. As a result, air containing ions can be released in the direction desired by the user H.

[0035] Furthermore, the ion delivery device 20 will be described in detail with reference to Figures 2 and 3. The ion delivery device 20 delivers ions toward the load application device 10. In other words, the ion delivery device 20 can deliver ions to the user H who is using the load application device 10. The ions delivered toward the direction of user H reach user H. Therefore, the ions that reach user H change user H's psychological state regarding exercise (at least one of the following: activity level, alertness level, comfort level, fatigue level, and concentration level). As a result, the effectiveness of the exercise performed by user H can be improved objectively or subjectively. For example, user H's psychological state regarding exercise is changed, and user H can exercise with a positive attitude. In other words, the ions affect user H's psychological state regarding exercise, and user H can exercise in a psychological state suitable for exercise. As a result, the effectiveness of the exercise performed by user H can be improved. In addition, user H exercises in a room 30 filled with the delivered ions. In other words, the ion delivery device 20 delivers ions in the direction of the user H while also delivering ions into the space of the room 30. Therefore, it is possible to deliver even more ions to the user H who is exercising in the room 30 which is filled with ions. As a result, it is possible to directly and indirectly apply ions to the user H and improve the effectiveness of the exercise performed by the user H. Furthermore, it is possible to improve the effectiveness of exercise by exercising in an air environment purified by the ions delivered from the ion delivery device 20. The psychological state of the user H regarding exercise (activity level, alertness level, comfort level, and fatigue level) will be described later using examples with reference to Figures 5 to 13.

[0036] Furthermore, the ion delivery device 20 of this embodiment delivers ions in the direction of the user H who is exercising using the load application device 10. The ions influence the user H's psychological state regarding exercise. Therefore, user H can exercise in a psychological state suitable for exercise. For example, user H can concentrate more on the exercise. As a result, the effectiveness of the exercise can be further improved.

[0037] Furthermore, the ion delivery device 20 of this embodiment delivers ions to a specific area H1 of the user H. The specific area H1 refers to an area of ​​the user H's skin that is exposed. Therefore, ions can be delivered to the area of ​​the user H's skin that is exposed. Ions delivered to the skin may have an effect on the body. In addition, the user H inhales the ions delivered from the ion delivery device 20, or inhales air purified by the ions. As a result, the ions can act on the user H more directly. In addition, the user H exercises in a room 30 filled with the delivered ions. Therefore, the ions filling the room 30 may act on the user H indirectly. As a result, it may be possible to further improve the effect of the exercise performed by the user H by directly and indirectly applying ions to the user H.

[0038] For example, if ions are delivered to clothing worn by user H, the ions may disappear at the location of the clothing. In other words, the amount of ions reaching user H decreases. However, the ion delivery device 20 of this embodiment can deliver ions to the exposed skin of user H. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the decrease in the amount of ions reaching a specific area H1 of user H. As a result, the ions delivered from the ion delivery device 20 can act more directly on user H.

[0039] Furthermore, the exposed skin area of ​​user H, which is specific area H1, is, for example, the "face." By delivering ions to the face, user H inhales air containing the ions. As a result, the ions act more directly on user H, making it easier to put user H into a psychological state suitable for exercise.

[0040] For example, when ions are sent to the "face" of user H, the adjustment unit 27 adjusts the rotation angle of the louver 26 based on the detection result of the detection unit 25. Then, the ion generation unit 23 generates ions. Further, the air blowing unit 24 generates wind. And the wind generated by the air blowing unit 24 contains the ions generated by the ion generation unit 23. The wind containing ions is discharged from the first discharge port 223 or the second discharge port 224. And the wind is guided according to the louver 26 whose rotation angle is adjusted by the adjustment unit 27. That is, the ions discharged from the first discharge port 223 are guided in the third direction F3 by the louver 26 adjusted by the adjustment unit 27. For example, as shown in FIG. 2, the ions discharged in the third direction F3 reach the user H located in the movement space 101. As a result, wind containing ions is sent to the "face" of user H. Note that the specific part H1 may be a hand or a foot. For example, when the hand is exposed, wind containing ions may be sent to the hand. For example, when the foot is exposed, wind containing ions may be sent to the foot.

[0041] Also, the ion delivery device 20 delivers ions into the room 30 before the user H uses the load applying device 10. Specifically, the ion delivery device 20 delivers ions to the load applying device 10 before the user H uses the load applying device 10. Therefore, before the user H who enters the room 30 starts exercising, the mental state of the user H can be made into a mental state suitable for exercise. As a result, the effect of exercise can be further improved.

[0042] Also, the ion delivery device 20 delivers ions into the room 30 after the user H uses the load applying device 10. Specifically, the ion delivery device 20 delivers ions in the direction where the user H is after the user H uses the load applying device 10. Therefore, until the user H exits the room 30, the mental state of the user H can be made into a mental state suitable for exercise. As a result, even when the user H starts exercising again, the effect of exercise can be improved.

[0043] Next, referring to FIGS. 1 to 3, the ion delivery device 20 of the present embodiment will be described in more detail. As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the exercise system 1 may include a plurality of ion delivery devices 20.

[0044] As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the plurality of ion emission devices 20 are arranged at different positions from each other. That is, ions can be emitted to the load applying device 10 or the user H from different positions. Therefore, it becomes easy to increase the ion concentration around the load applying device 10 or the user H. As a result, even if the position of the user H moves due to movement, ions can be applied to the user H, and the user H can be brought into a mental state suitable for exercise.

[0045] The plurality of ion emission devices 20 include a first ion emission device 200A, a second ion emission device 200B, a third ion emission device 200C, a fourth ion emission device 200D, a fifth ion emission device 200E, and a sixth ion emission device 200F. Each of the first ion emission device 200A to the sixth ion emission device 200F is an air purifier having an ion generation function. Also, each of the first ion emission device 200A to the sixth ion emission device 200F can be, for example, an air conditioner having an ion generation function, or other air conditioning equipment having an ion generation function. The first ion emission device 200A to the sixth ion emission device 200F have the same configuration as the ion emission device 20 described with reference to FIG. 3. Therefore, detailed description of the first ion emission device 200A to the sixth ion emission device 200F is omitted.

[0046] For example, when the first ion emission device 200A emits ions to the load applying device 10 or the user H, the second ion emission device 200B to the sixth ion emission device 200F also emit ions to the load applying device 10 or the user H. For example, as shown in FIG. 2, the second ion emission device 200B to the sixth ion emission device 200F emit ions toward the load applying device 10 or the user H from positions different from the first ion emission device 200A. That is, each of the first ion emission device 200A to the sixth ion emission device 200F emits ions toward the load applying device 10 or the user H. Therefore, the ion concentration around the load applying device 10 or the user H increases. As a result, it becomes easy to make the user H in a mental state suitable for exercise.

[0047] Next, with reference to Figure 4, the processes performed by the motion system 1 according to this embodiment will be described. Figure 4 is a diagram showing the processes performed by the motion system 1 according to this embodiment. The processes shown in Figure 4 include steps S101 to S106.

[0048] In step S101, the ion generating unit 23 of the ion delivery device 20 starts generating ions. The process then proceeds to step S102.

[0049] In step S102, the blower unit 24 of the ion delivery device 20 starts generating air. The air generated by the blower unit 24 contains ions generated by the ion generating unit 23. The process proceeds to step S103.

[0050] In step S103, the load-applying device 10 begins to apply a load to the user H's body. The process then proceeds to step S104.

[0051] In step S104, the load-applying device 10 finishes applying a load to the user H's body. The process then proceeds to step S105.

[0052] In step S105, the ion generating unit 23 of the ion delivery device 20 terminates ion generation. The process proceeds to step S106.

[0053] In step S106, the air blower 24 of the ion delivery device 20 stops generating air. The process ends.

[0054] Furthermore, the process executed by the exercise system 1 according to this embodiment may include step S103, which may be executed simultaneously with steps S101 and S102. Alternatively, the process executed by the exercise system 1 according to this embodiment may include steps S101 and S102, which may be executed after the completion of step S104. When steps S101 and S102 are executed after the completion of step S104, steps S101 and S102 correspond to an example of a "transmission process executed after the granting process." Also, the process executed by the exercise system 1 according to this embodiment may include steps S101 and S102, which may be executed while step S103 is being executed.

[0055] In the process performed by the exercise system 1, step S103 corresponds to an example of "a process of applying a load to the user H's body." In the process performed by the exercise system 1, steps S101 and S102 correspond to an example of "a process of sending out ions." Furthermore, steps S101 and S102 correspond to an example of "a sending process performed before the application process."

[0056] Next, with reference to Figures 5 to 13, examples of the exercise method according to the present invention will be described along with comparative examples. Although the present invention will be specifically described based on the examples, the present invention is not limited to the following examples.

[0057] First, with reference to Figure 5, the experimental procedure using the exercise method according to the present invention will be explained. Figure 5 is a diagram showing the experimental procedure using the exercise method according to the present invention. The experimental procedure includes the first procedure PC1 to the eighth procedure PC8. Ten subjects performed the exercise according to the experimental procedure shown in Figure 5. Figures 6 to 13 show the experimental results of the ten subjects who performed the exercise according to the experimental procedure shown in Figure 5.

[0058] The first procedure, PC1, describes the procedure for the subject to wear an electroencephalograph (EEG). A simple EEG was used. The EEG electrodes were attached to the subject's ears and forehead. The EEG acquired, for example, alpha and beta waves every second. The brainwaves acquired from the simple EEG were converted into values ​​indicating the psychological state of user H by a sensory module logger (manufactured by Little Software Co., Ltd.).

[0059] The emotional module logger performs a Fourier transform on alpha waves and beta waves, for example. The emotional module logger then extracts feature points for each frequency and outputs a numerical value constructed from combinations of the extracted feature points. Furthermore, the emotional module logger calculates an index indicating the subject's psychological state (emotions) based on the numerical value. In the first procedure PC1, the electroencephalograph measured the subject's brainwaves immediately after the subject put on the electroencephalograph. The subject started the second procedure PC2 two minutes after putting on the electroencephalograph.

[0060] Step 2, PC2, outlines the procedure for subjects to complete a questionnaire. The questionnaire in Step 2, PC2, is to be completed outside the training room. The questionnaire used was the Two-Dimensional Mood Scale (TDMS-ST). The Two-Dimensional Mood Scale (TDMS-ST) can measure changes in the mood (psychological state) of user H.

[0061] The third procedure, PC3, describes the procedure for the subject to move to either the first or second training room. Multiple ion delivery devices 20 are arranged in the room 30 of the first training room. In the first training room of the third procedure, PC3, ions are delivered to the user H. The exercise space 101 in the room 30 of the first training room is 1 cm 3 The ion concentration was over 100,000 ions per unit. Multiple ion delivery devices 20 are placed inside the second training room. The multiple ion delivery devices 20 in the second training room are controlled not to deliver ions. In the second training room of the third procedure PC3, ion-free air is delivered to the user H. The temperature and humidity of the first training room and the second training room were 24 degrees Celsius and 60% ± 2.0% humidity. Furthermore, the subject is unaware that ion-containing air is being delivered from the ion delivery device 20 in the first training room. The subject is unaware that ion-free air is being delivered from the ion delivery device 20 in the second training room.

[0062] The fourth step, PC4, describes the procedure in which the subject exercises. In the exercise of the fourth step, PC4, the subject exercises using the load-applying device 10, as shown in Figure 2. Specifically, in the exercise of the fourth step, PC4, a swim ergometer (Concept2) is used. The subject repeated 20-second exercises eight times using the swim ergometer (Concept2). In addition, the subject rested for 10 seconds after each 20-second exercise.

[0063] Step 5, PC5, describes the procedure for the subject to rest. In Step 5, PC5, the subject lay face up on a mat with their eyes closed for 10 minutes.

[0064] Step 6, PC6, outlines the exercise procedure performed by the subject. Similar to Step 4, PC4, the swim ergometer (Concept2) is used for the exercise in Step 6, PC6. The exercise in Step 6, PC6, consists of a single 20-second repetition.

[0065] Step 7, PC7, outlines the procedure for subjects to complete a questionnaire. The questionnaire in Step 7, PC7, uses the Two-Dimensional Mood Scale (TDMS-ST) and the Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE). The Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) is a numerical representation of how "strenuous" a person feels during exercise. In the RPE questionnaire, subjects select a number from 1 to 20 based on their subjective perception. The higher the number, the more intense the exercise. Subjects complete questionnaires regarding the exercises in Step 4, PC4 and Step 6, PC6.

[0066] Step 8, PC8, describes the procedure for the subject to remove the electroencephalograph (EEG). The EEG does not measure brainwaves in the minute prior to removal.

[0067] [Examples and Comparative Examples] Examples and comparative examples of the present invention will be described with reference to Figures 6 to 13. The examples show experimental results in the first training room. The comparative examples show experimental results in the second training room.

[0068] Figure 6 is a graph showing the average change in activity level of user H in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. Graph G1 is shown in Figure 6. Graph G1 shows experimental results PT1 and experimental results CP1. Experimental result PT1 shows the average change in activity level calculated based on the questionnaire results of 10 subjects who exercised in a room 30 where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were arranged. Experimental result CP1 shows the average change in activity level calculated based on the questionnaire results of 10 subjects who exercised in a room where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were not arranged.

[0069] The experimental results PT1 and CP1 shown in Figure 6 represent the average change in activity levels measured using the Two-Dimensional Mood Scale (TDMS-ST). Activity level is an indicator of how much vitality user H feels physically. Specifically, activity level represents the level of psychological state, with pleasant excitement and unpleasant calmness as the two extremes. For example, a high value for activity level indicates that user H is lively and energetic. Conversely, a low value for activity level indicates that user H feels lethargic and lacks vitality.

[0070] As shown in Figure 6, the experimental result PT1 of the example was significantly larger than the experimental result CP1 of the comparative example. Specifically, the average change in activity level of the example shown in Figure 6 is "approximately 4". On the other hand, the average change in activity level of the comparative example is "approximately 1". As shown in Figure 6, the change in activity level of the example is larger than that of the comparative example. The larger the change in activity level, the more active user H is during exercise. In other words, it can be inferred that user H in the example exercised in a more lively and energetic state compared to user H in the comparative example. Therefore, the larger the change in activity level, the more suitable the psychological state for exercise. Thus, it can be inferred that user H who exercised under the conditions of the example was able to exercise in a psychological state more suitable for exercise than user H who exercised under the conditions of the comparative example.

[0071] Examples and comparative examples of the present invention will be described with reference to Figure 7. Figure 7 is a graph showing the average values ​​of the change in alertness in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. Graph G2 is shown in Figure 7. Graph G2 shows experimental results PT2 and experimental results CP2. Experimental result PT2 shows the average value of the change in alertness calculated based on the questionnaire results of 10 subjects who exercised in a room 30 where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were arranged. Experimental result CP2 shows the average value of the change in alertness calculated based on the questionnaire results of 10 subjects who exercised in a room where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were not arranged.

[0072] The experimental results PT2 and CP2 shown in Figure 7 represent the average change in arousal level measured using the Two-Dimensional Mood Scale (TDMS-ST). Arousal level is an indicator of the degree of arousal of user H.

[0073] As shown in Figure 7, the experimental result PT2 of the example was significantly higher than the experimental result CP2 of the comparative example. Specifically, the average change in alertness level in Example 1 shown in Figure 7 is "approximately 7". On the other hand, the average change in alertness level in Comparative Example 1 is "approximately 3". As shown in Figure 7, the change in alertness level in Example 1 is larger than that of Comparative Example 1. The larger the change in alertness level, the more alert user H is exercising. Also, the larger the change in alertness level, the more user H is in a psychological state suitable for exercise. In other words, it can be inferred that user H in Example 1 exercised in a more excited and active psychological state compared to user H in the comparative example. Therefore, it can be inferred that user H who exercised under the conditions of Example 1 was able to exercise in a psychological state more suitable for exercise than user H who exercised under the conditions of the comparative example.

[0074] Referring to Figure 8, Example 1 and Comparative Example 1 of the present invention will be described. Figure 8 is a graph showing the average change in comfort level in the Example and Comparative Example of the present invention. Figure 8 shows graph G3. Graph G3 shows experimental result PT3 and experimental result CP3. Experimental result PT3 shows the average change in comfort level calculated based on the questionnaire results of 10 subjects who exercised in a room 30 where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were arranged. Experimental result CP3 shows the average change in comfort level calculated based on the questionnaire results of 10 subjects who exercised in a room where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were not arranged.

[0075] The experimental results PT3 and CP3 shown in Figure 8 represent the average change in comfort level measured using the Two-Dimensional Mood Scale (TDMS-ST). Comfort level is an index that indicates the degree to which user H feels comfortable.

[0076] As shown in Figure 8, the experimental result PT3 of the example was significantly larger than the experimental result CP3 of the comparative example. Specifically, the average change in comfort level in the example shown in Figure 8 is "approximately 3". On the other hand, the average change in comfort level in the comparative example is "approximately -1.5". As shown in Figure 8, the change in comfort level in the example is larger than that of the comparative example. The larger the change in comfort level, the more comfortable user H feels while exercising. Also, the larger the change in comfort level, the more user H is in a psychological state suitable for exercise. Therefore, it can be inferred that user H who exercised under the conditions of the example was able to exercise in a psychological state more suitable for exercise than user H who exercised under the conditions of the comparative example.

[0077] As explained in the examples, in terms of activity level, alertness level, and comfort level, the average values ​​of the changes measured by the two-dimensional mood scale (TDMS-ST) were significantly larger in the experimental results PT1 to PT3 when exercise was performed using the ion delivery device 20 compared with the experimental results CP1 to CP3 when exercise was performed without using the ion delivery device 20. In other words, it can be inferred that the effect of exercise was improved when ions were delivered using the ion delivery device 20.

[0078] Examples and comparative examples of the present invention will be described with reference to Figure 9. Figure 9 is a graph showing the average values ​​of the change in activity in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. Graph G4 is shown in Figure 9. Graph G4 shows experimental results PT4 and experimental results CP4. Experimental result PT4 shows the average value of the change in activity calculated based on electroencephalograms obtained from 10 subjects who exercised in a room 30 where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were arranged. Experimental result CP4 shows the average value of the change in activity calculated based on electroencephalograms obtained from 10 subjects who exercised in a space where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were not arranged.

[0079] Figure 9 shows the activity level measured using an electroencephalograph (EEG) of the subject. The activity level is output by a sensory module logger (manufactured by Little Software Co., Ltd.) based on the value output from the EEG. The activity level is a value calculated from the frequency analysis of the EEG. The calculated value is, for example, calculated by the sensory module logger (manufactured by Little Software Co., Ltd.) from the value representing the LF component (Low Frequency) and the value representing the HF component (High Frequency).

[0080] As shown in Figure 9, the experimental result PT4 for Example 1 was significantly higher than the experimental result CP4 for the Comparative Example. Specifically, the average change in activity level for Example 1 shown in Figure 9 is "approximately 8". On the other hand, the average change in activity level for the Comparative Example is "approximately 4". As shown in Figure 9, the change in activity level for Example 1 is larger than that for the Comparative Example. The larger the change in activity level, the more activated the user H's brain was during exercise. Therefore, it can be inferred that user H who exercised under the conditions of Example 1 was able to exercise in a psychological state more suitable for exercise than user H who exercised under the conditions of the Comparative Example.

[0081] Referring to Figure 10, Example 1 and Comparative Example of the present invention will be described. Figure 10 is a graph showing the average value of the change in fatigue level in the Example and Comparative Example of the present invention. Figure 10 shows graph G5. Graph G5 shows experimental result PT5 and experimental result CP5. Experimental result PT5 shows the average value of the change in fatigue level calculated based on electroencephalograms obtained from 10 subjects who exercised in a room 30 where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were arranged. Experimental result CP5 shows the average value of the change in fatigue level calculated based on electroencephalograms obtained from 10 subjects who exercised in a room where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were not arranged.

[0082] Figure 10 shows the fatigue level measured by the subject's brainwaves using an electroencephalograph (EEG). The fatigue level is output by a sensory module logger (manufactured by Little Software Co., Ltd.) based on the values ​​output from the EEG. The fatigue level is a value calculated from the frequency analysis of the brainwaves. The fatigue level is an index indicating the degree of fatigue experienced by user H.

[0083] As shown in Figure 10, the experimental result CP5 of the comparative example tended to be larger than the experimental result PT5 of Example 1. Specifically, the change in fatigue level in Example 1 shown in Figure 10 is "approximately 14". On the other hand, the average value of the change in fatigue level in the comparative example is "approximately 21". As shown in Figure 10, the change in fatigue level in Example 1 is smaller than the change in fatigue level in the comparative example. The smaller the change in fatigue level, the less fatigued the user H is in while exercising. Therefore, it can be inferred that user H who exercised under the conditions of Example 1 was able to exercise in a psychological state more suitable for exercise than user H who exercised under the conditions of the comparative example.

[0084] As explained with reference to Figure 9, in the activity level category, the experimental result PT4 when exercise was performed using the ion delivery device 20 showed a significantly higher change in psychological state as measured by electroencephalogram (EEG) compared to the experimental result CP4 when exercise was performed without using the ion delivery device 20. Also, as explained with reference to Figure 10, in the fatigue level category, the experimental result PT5 when exercise was performed using the ion delivery device 20 tended to show a smaller change in psychological state as measured by EEG compared to the experimental result CP5 when exercise was performed without using the ion delivery device 20. In other words, it can be inferred that the effect of exercise was improved when ions were delivered using the ion delivery device 20.

[0085] Referencing Figure 11, Examples 1 and Comparative Examples of the present invention will be described. Figure 11 is a graph showing the average subjective exercise intensity in Examples and Comparative Examples of the present invention. Graph G6 is shown in Figure 11. Graph G6 shows Experimental Results PT6 and Experimental Results CT6. Experimental Results PT6 shows the average subjective exercise intensity calculated based on the questionnaire results of 10 subjects who exercised in a room 30 where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were arranged. Experimental Results CT6 shows the average subjective exercise intensity calculated based on the questionnaire results of 10 subjects who exercised in a space where multiple ion delivery devices 20 were not arranged. The questionnaire is Subjective Exercise Effect (RPE).

[0086] As shown in Figure 11, the experimental result PT6 of Example 1 tended to be higher than the experimental result CT6 of the Comparative Example. Specifically, the average subjective exercise intensity (RPE) of Example 1 shown in Figure 11 was "approximately 17". On the other hand, the average subjective exercise intensity (RPE) of the Comparative Example was "approximately 16". As shown in Figure 11, the average subjective exercise intensity (RPE) of Example 1 was higher than the average subjective exercise intensity (RPE) of the Comparative Example. The higher the subjective exercise intensity (RPE), the more intense the exercise the user H is performing. It can be inferred that user H in Example 1 performed more intense exercise than user H in the Comparative Example. Therefore, it can be inferred that user H who exercised under the conditions of Example 1 was able to improve the effects of exercise more than user H who exercised under the conditions of the Comparative Example.

[0087] Examples and comparative examples of the present invention will be described with reference to Figure 12. Figure 12 is a graph showing the exercise load in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. Graph G7 is shown in Figure 12. Graph G7 shows experimental results PT7 and experimental results CP7. Experimental result PT7 shows the average exercise load performed by 10 subjects in a room 30 where multiple ion delivery devices 20 are arranged. Experimental result CP7 shows the average exercise load performed by 10 subjects in a space where multiple ion delivery devices 20 are not arranged. The exercise load shown in Figure 12 represents the average load applied to the user H during exercise.

[0088] As shown in Figure 12, the experimental result PT7 of the example tended to be higher than the experimental result CP7 of the comparative example. Specifically, the average load of the example shown in Figure 12 was "approximately 146". On the other hand, the average load of the comparative example was "approximately 141". As shown in Figure 12, the average load of the example was higher than the average load of the comparative example. In other words, compared to exercise in the second training room, exercise in the first training room involved a higher load. Therefore, it can be inferred that user H in the example performed exercise with a higher load than user H in the comparative example. Therefore, it can be inferred that user H who exercised under the conditions of the example was able to improve the effect of the exercise more than user H who exercised under the conditions of the comparative example.

[0089] Examples and comparative examples of the present invention will be described with reference to Figure 12. Figure 13 is a graph showing the average exercise load of the sixth step PC6 in the examples and comparative examples of the present invention. Graph G8 is shown in Figure 13. Graph G8 shows experimental results PT8 and experimental results CP8. Experimental result PT8 shows the average exercise load of the sixth step PC6 performed by 10 subjects in a room 30 where multiple ion delivery devices 20 are arranged. Experimental result CP8 shows the average exercise load of the sixth step PC6 performed by 10 subjects in a space where multiple ion delivery devices 20 are not arranged. The exercise load shown in Figure 13 represents the average load applied to user H during the sixth step PC6 exercise.

[0090] As shown in Figure 13, the experimental result PT8 of the example was significantly higher than the experimental result CT8 of the comparative example. Specifically, the average load of the example shown in Figure 13 was "approximately 193". On the other hand, the average load of the comparative example was "approximately 181". As shown in Figure 13, the average load of the example was higher than the average load of the comparative example. In other words, the exercise in the first training room involved a higher load compared to the exercise in the second training room. Therefore, it can be inferred that user H in the example performed a higher load exercise compared to user H in the comparative example. Therefore, it can be inferred that user H who exercised under the conditions of the example was able to improve the effect of the exercise more than user H who exercised under the conditions of the comparative example.

[0091] As explained in Figure 11, the subjective exercise intensity (RPE) questionnaire results when exercising with the ion delivery device 20 tended to be higher compared to the subjective exercise intensity (RPE) questionnaire results when exercising without the ion delivery device 20. Also, as explained in Figure 12, the load when exercising with the ion delivery device 20 tended to be higher compared to the load when exercising without the ion delivery device 20. Furthermore, as explained in Figure 13, the load when performing the exercise in the sixth step PC6 with the ion delivery device 20 was significantly higher compared to the load when performing the exercise in the sixth step PC6 without the ion delivery device 20. In other words, from experimental results PT6, PT7, and PT8, it can be inferred that user H was able to improve the effect of exercise by exercising while delivering ions with the ion delivery device 20.

[0092] Embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments and can be implemented in various forms without departing from its essence. Furthermore, various inventions can be formed by appropriately combining the multiple components disclosed in each of the above embodiments. For example, some components may be deleted from all the components shown in the embodiments. Furthermore, components from different embodiments may be appropriately combined. The drawings schematically show each component for ease of understanding, and the thickness, length, number, spacing, etc. of each component shown may differ from the actual dimensions due to the convenience of drawing creation. Also, the speed, material, shape, dimensions, etc. of each component shown in the above embodiments are examples and are not particularly limited, and various modifications are possible without substantially departing from the configuration of the present invention.

[0093] (1) In this embodiment of the exercise system 1, the example was given of a user H exercising in a training room where the ion delivery device 20 is located, but the system is not limited to this. For example, the room 30 of the exercise system 1 may be the room of a mobile body. When the exercise system 1 is located on a mobile body, the load application device 10 becomes the operating device for the mobile body.

[0094] The motion system 1 of the mobile vehicle comprises a load application device 10 and an ion delivery device 20. The motion system 1 is located inside the interior 30 of the mobile vehicle. The mobile vehicle is, for example, a car, a train, a ship, and an airplane. Seats are also located inside the interior 30 of the mobile vehicle. Users H sit in the seats. Users H operate the mobile vehicle.

[0095] The first modified load-applying device 10 applies a load to the user H's body. For example, the load-applying device 10 applies a load to user H when user H moves a mobile body. The load is, for example, the stress generated by moving the mobile body.

[0096] The ion delivery device 20 delivers ions. The ion delivery device 20 delivers ions toward the load application device 10. In other words, the ion delivery device 20 can deliver ions to the user H who uses the load application device 10. The ions delivered toward user H reach user H. Therefore, the ions that reach user H change user H's psychological state regarding driving (at least one of activity level, alertness level, comfort level, and fatigue level). For example, user H's psychological state regarding driving is changed, and user H can drive with concentration. For example, user H's psychological state regarding driving is changed, and user H can drive with reduced stress. As a result, user H can move a moving object such as a car while concentrating and with reduced stress.

[0097] (2) The ion discharger 20 of the exercise system 1 of this embodiment may change the airflow based on the heart rate of user H. The heart rate of user H can be acquired by a heart rate monitor. The heart rate monitor and the ion discharger 20 can communicate by wire or wireless. That is, the heart rate acquired by the heart rate monitor is transmitted to the ion discharger 20. The air blower 24 of the ion discharger 20, which has acquired the heart rate of user H, changes the airflow based on the acquired heart rate. That is, the air blower 24 changes the airflow according to the acquired heart rate. Specifically, the air blower 24 increases the airflow as the acquired heart rate increases. Therefore, the airflow of the air blower 24 can be changed according to the heart rate of user H. As a result, the airflow can be increased when the heart rate increases due to exercise. In addition, as the air blower 24 blows air, the ion generating unit 23 releases ions. Therefore, the air generated by the air blower 24 contains ions. In other words, the amount of ions delivered can be increased in proportion to the airflow. As a result, when the heart rate increases due to exercise, more ion-containing air can be delivered to the user H.

[0098] Furthermore, the adjustment unit 27 of the ion delivery device 20 may adjust the rotation angle of the louvers 26 in response to an increase in heart rate. Therefore, by adjusting the angle of the louvers 26, air containing ions can be released. As a result, air containing ions with increased airflow can be released in the direction desired by the user H.

[0099] (3) The ion delivery device 20 of the exercise system 1 of this embodiment may change the airflow based on the training time. The training time indicates the time during which the load application device 10 applies a load to the user H's body. The ion delivery device 20 obtains the training time from the load application device 10. Specifically, the load application device 10 and the ion delivery device 20 can communicate by wire or wireless. In other words, the training time measured by the load application device 10 is transmitted to the ion delivery device 20. The blower unit 24 of the ion delivery device 20, having obtained the training time, changes the airflow based on the acquired training time. In other words, the blower unit 24 changes the airflow according to the acquired training time. Specifically, the blower unit 24 increases the airflow as the acquired training time increases. Therefore, the airflow of the blower unit 24 can be changed according to the training time. As a result, the airflow can be increased when the heart rate increases due to exercise. The blower unit 24 blows air, and the ion generation unit 23 releases ions. Therefore, the air generated by the air blower 24 contains ions. In other words, the amount of ions delivered can be increased in proportion to the increase in airflow. As a result, when the training time increases, more ion-containing air can be delivered to the user H.

[0100] Furthermore, the adjustment unit 27 of the ion discharger 20 may adjust the rotation angle of the louvers 26 in accordance with the increase in training time. Therefore, by adjusting the angle of the louvers 26, air containing ions can be released. As a result, air containing ions with increased airflow can be released in the direction desired by the user H.

[0101] (4) The adjustment unit 27 of the ion delivery device 20 of the exercise system 1 of this embodiment may change the airflow direction based on the type of load application device 10. For example, when exercising in a standing position, such as on a treadmill, the adjustment unit 27 adjusts the rotation angle of the louvers 26 so that air containing ions is delivered to the user H in a standing position. For example, when exercising in a seated position, such as on a rowing ergometer, the adjustment unit 27 adjusts the rotation angle of the louvers 26 so that air containing ions is delivered to the user H in a seated position. As a result, the rotation angle of the louvers 26 can be adjusted according to the load application device 10 that the user H is exercising on, so that air containing ions can be delivered to the user H.

[0102] The present invention can be used in the fields of exercise systems, exercise devices, and exercise methods.

[0103] 1: Exercise system 10: Load application device (load application unit) 20: Ion delivery device (ion delivery unit) H: User S101: Step (applying process) S102: Step (delivering process) S103: Step (delivering process)

Claims

1. An exercise system comprising: a load application device that is placed in a room and applies a load to a user's body; and an ion delivery device that is placed in the room and delivers ions.

2. The exercise system of claim 1, wherein the ion delivery device delivers ions toward the load application device.

3. The exercise system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the ion discharge device discharges the ions in a direction toward the user who is exercising using the load application device.

4. An exercise system as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the ion delivery device delivers the ions to a specific part of the user, the specific part indicating an area where the user's skin is exposed.

5. An exercise system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, comprising a plurality of the ion discharge devices, the plurality of ion discharge devices being arranged at different positions from one another and discharging ions from different directions from one another.

6. An exercise device comprising: a load applying unit that is placed in a room and applies a load to a user's body; and an ion sending unit that is placed in the room and sends out ions.

7. The exercise device according to claim 6, wherein the ion emitter emits ions in the direction of the user.

8. An exercise method comprising: a step of applying a load to a user's body by a load application unit disposed in a room; and a step of discharging ions by an ion discharge unit disposed in the room.

9. The exercise method according to claim 8, wherein the step of sending out sends out the ions in a direction in which the user is present.

10. The method of exercising according to claim 9, wherein the step of delivering is performed before the step of applying.

11. The exercise method according to claim 9 or 10, wherein the step of delivering is performed after the step of applying.