Video output system, video output method, and program

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a novel video output system, video output method, and program with which individual users can attain a moderate exercise effect. [Solution] A video output system according to the present disclosure comprises: a storage unit that stores a plurality of pieces of video data to serve as a model of exercise; and a control unit that causes a display unit provided for each of users to output a captured image of the user and a piece of video data corresponding to an exercise level selected for the user from among the plurality of pieces of video data. The control unit outputs the pieces of video data, which are synchronized with each other on the basis of preset order information, to the display unit, which is disposed in each of a plurality of individual areas used by the respective users.

Description

Video output system, video output method, and program

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a video output system, a video output method, and a program.

[0002] Conventionally, various types of exercise, such as stretching, training, dieting, rehabilitation, etc., have been performed by people of all genders and ages for the purpose of maintaining health and improving physical condition, etc. The effects of these exercises can be further improved by performing them under the guidance of an instructor or by following video guides, etc.

[0003] For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a system that allows a user to exercise while watching and listening to pre-recorded video and audio that serve as exercise examples.

[0004] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2023-6961

[0005] The above system can enhance the effect of exercise, but there is room for further improvement in terms of ensuring that each user receives the appropriate exercise effect.

[0006] Therefore, the present disclosure has been made in consideration of the above-mentioned problems, and its purpose is to provide a new video output system, video output method, and program that allows each user to obtain a moderate exercise effect.

[0007] According to the present disclosure, a video output system is provided, comprising: a storage unit that stores a plurality of video data serving as exercise examples; and a control unit that outputs video data of an exercise level selected for each user from the plurality of video data and a captured image of the user to a display unit provided for each user, wherein the control unit outputs the video data synchronized with each other based on predetermined order information to the display units arranged in a plurality of individual areas used by each user.

[0008] Furthermore, according to the present disclosure, an information processing device performs a storage process for storing a plurality of video data serving as exercise examples, and a control process for outputting video data of an exercise level selected for each user from the plurality of video data and a captured image of the user to a display unit provided for each user, wherein the control process includes a process for outputting the video data synchronized with each other based on predetermined order information to the display units arranged in a plurality of individual areas used by each user.

[0009] Furthermore, according to the present disclosure, a program is provided that causes an information processing device to execute a storage process for storing a plurality of video data serving as exercise examples, and a control process for outputting video data of an exercise level selected for each user from the plurality of video data and a captured image of the user to a display unit provided for each user, wherein the control process includes a process for outputting the video data synchronized with each other based on predetermined order information to the display units arranged in a plurality of individual areas used by each user.

[0010] According to the present disclosure, it is possible to provide a new video output system, video output method, and program that enable each user to obtain a moderate exercise effect.

[0011] FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an example configuration of a system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an example configuration of an information processing device according to the embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of user information according to the embodiment. FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating another example of user information according to the embodiment. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example display of a video in the system according to the embodiment. FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating an example of an exercise menu according to the embodiment. FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating an example of an exercise menu applied to a user according to the embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart illustrating a series of controls in the system according to the embodiment. FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating an example screen of a display unit according to the embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating another example screen of a display unit according to the embodiment. FIG. 11 is a diagram illustrating another example screen of a display unit according to the embodiment.

[0012] Preferred embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In this specification and drawings, components having substantially the same functional configurations are designated by the same reference numerals, and redundant description will be omitted.

[0013] The system of this embodiment provides videos suitable for various exercises, such as body stretching, training, dieting, rehabilitation, etc., aimed at maintaining or improving health, recovering physical condition, alleviating pain, etc. The user can improve the effectiveness of the exercise by comparing the video of the user's movements displayed on the display unit with a video of the user's movements, and moving their body in a way that imitates the video of the model movements.

[0014] 1 is a diagram schematically illustrating an example of a video output system 1 according to the present embodiment. The system includes an information processing device 10 for providing a user with a video, a display unit 20 configured as a monitor or the like, and a camera 30. The information processing device 10, the display unit 20, and the camera 30 are connected to each other by wire, but may also be connected to each other wirelessly and communicate with each other to transmit and receive various information.

[0015] In the example of FIG. 1 , a room such as a store or home used by multiple users is partitioned into multiple individual exercise areas (so-called individual booths) A1, A2, A3, etc., and configured so that each user U1, U2, U3, etc. can exercise while viewing a monitor (20) installed in each individual area. Each individual area is provided with a support B, such as a handrail, to support the user's exercise. The support B can be used to enhance the exercise effect or prevent falls during exercise by providing handholds or feet. The individual areas may also be equipped with tools or equipment to assist with exercise, such as chairs, beds, steps, balls, or rollers. The example of FIG. 1 also illustrates one staff member S, who can monitor the progress of multiple users' exercise and provide advice and support. The staff member S is not required, and the number of staff members may be multiple, not limited to one. Note that this system is not limited to the illustrated example. For example, each individual area may be provided with only one display unit, allowing users to exercise alone.

[0016] 2 is a block diagram showing the functional configuration of the information processing device 10. The information processing device 10 is a device used by a system administrator or the like when operating and managing various services, and may be, for example, a general-purpose computer such as a workstation or personal computer, or may be logically realized using cloud computing technology. Furthermore, the information processing device 10 is not limited to a single device, but may be configured by combining multiple devices, or may be configured by a server device located in a different location and an information processing terminal at each store.

[0017] As shown in FIG. 2 , the information processing device 10 may include a control unit 11, a storage unit 12, an input unit 13, and a communication unit 14. The information processing device 10 can accept various types of input information via the input unit 13, the communication unit 14, the camera 30, etc. The information processing device 10 then executes processing according to a program in the control unit 11 in response to the input information and outputs the results of the program processing. The output information may include, for example, video (video), images, audio, etc., and is output from the display unit 20 or another output unit, or transmitted to an external device via the communication unit 14. Note that a portion of the program may be transmitted to another information processing device and executed on the other information processing device. In this case, the other information processing device may be, for example, a smartphone, mobile phone, tablet, personal computer, etc. used by a staff member or user, and is connected to the information processing device 10 wirelessly or via a wired connection via a network such as the Internet.

[0018] The control unit 11 transfers information between each unit and controls the entire information processing device 10, and is realized, for example, by a CPU (Central Processing Unit), an MPU (Micro Processing Unit), or a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) executing a program stored in a specified memory.

[0019] The storage unit 12 stores various types of information. The storage unit 12 can store programs for executing various control processes and functions in the control unit 11, input information, etc., and is configured by one or any combination of a RAM (Random Access Memory), a ROM (Read Only Memory), a flash memory, an HDD (Hard Disk Drive), an SSD (Solid State Drive), other storage, etc.

[0020] The storage unit 12 can store user information about the user, exercise menu information about the exercise menu, and the like.

[0021] User information may include, for example, as shown in Figure 3, identification information unique to each user (user ID), registration date, name, etc., as well as user attribute information such as gender and age (including information on age groups such as teens, twenties, etc.).

[0022] As shown in FIG. 4, the user information may also include information about each user's painful body parts. For example, the user or staff member S may input the information about the painful body parts via the input unit 13 before exercise, and the information is stored in the memory unit. In the example of FIG. 4, the information includes items such as neck, shoulders, lower back, hip joints, knees, and others, with painful areas indicated by a circle and non-painful areas indicated by a dash. For example, the control unit 11 can display items such as neck, shoulders, lower back, hip joints, knees, and others on the display unit 20 or a display device such as a smartphone or tablet used by the user or staff member, allowing selection and input, and can accept input information about the painful body parts selected by the user or staff member and store the information in the memory unit. The user information may also include information such as each user's past exercise history using the system and their painful body parts history. For example, the exercise history can include date and time information such as the date and time when the user performed the exercise using this system, the type of exercise menu (output video data) performed, the difficulty level, and the order (start menu, end menu), etc., and the pain history can be information that associates the date and time information when the pain area was entered with the pain area.

[0023] The input unit 13 is used by users, staff, and system administrators to input various types of information, and is realized by, for example, a keyboard, mouse, touch panel, microphone, etc. The user or staff can use the input unit 13 to input various types of information about the user, select an exercise menu, and perform input operations such as starting, stopping, pausing, and resuming exercise.

[0024] The communication unit 14 is used to communicate with other information processing devices, and has the function of a receiving unit that receives various data and signals transmitted from other information processing devices, etc., and the function of a transmitting unit that transmits various data and signals to other information processing devices, etc. in response to instructions from the control unit 11.

[0025] The display unit 20 can output, as an image, information generated by the control unit 11 or information received via the communication unit. The display unit 20 is composed of, for example, a monitor such as a liquid crystal display (LCD), a touch panel, etc. In addition to the display unit 20, an audio output unit such as a speaker may be provided at any position in the individual areas (A1, A2, A3), or audio may be output from headphones or earphones used by each user. The output unit such as the display unit 20 can output various information based on commands from the control unit 11. The information processing device 10 may also have an output unit for outputting images (video) and audio.

[0026] The camera 30 can capture an image of a user positioned in an individual area, and display the image data in real time on the display unit 20 or transmit it to the information processing device 10. In the illustrated example, the camera 30 is provided above the display unit 20, but this is not limiting and the camera 30 may be provided below the display unit 20, on either the left or right side, integrated with the display unit 20, or located at a position separate from the display unit 20. Furthermore, multiple cameras 30 may be provided for each individual area. For example, two, three, or more cameras may be provided, such as one camera capable of capturing an image of the front of the user, one camera capable of capturing an image of the side, and one camera capable of capturing an image of the back.

[0027] The individual area may be equipped with a camera for image recognition of identification codes, such as barcodes or two-dimensional codes, associated with the user's identification information, or a device such as a tablet terminal including such a camera. For example, the camera may read a barcode printed on a membership card or other device used by each user, thereby acquiring information about the user associated with the barcode and pre-stored in a memory unit. This allows efficient processing at check-in using the barcode, thereby shortening the time until the start of exercise. The image data acquired by the camera can be subjected to various image analyses by a control unit of the information processing device, or the camera itself may be equipped with a control unit function. Barcodes, etc. may also be recognized by the camera 30 shown in FIG. 1.

[0028] As shown in FIG. 5 , the control unit 11 can display on the display unit 20 an exercise model video V1 (video data) and a real-time video V2 of the user captured by the camera 30. The control unit 11 can perform image analysis of the captured data from the camera 30 to superimpose information about the user's skeletal structure on the video V2. For example, the control unit 11 can display multiple circles indicating the positions of the user's specific joints (ankles, knees, hips, shoulders, elbows, wrists, head, etc.) and lines connecting them. This allows the user to exercise while checking their skeletal structure and posture, thereby improving the effectiveness of the exercise. The model video V1 and the user's captured image V2 are not limited to the arrangement shown in FIG. 5 . They can also be displayed side-by-side, reversed, arranged vertically, or superimposed with one side transparent. As shown in FIG. 5 , the control unit 11 can display information about the displayed exercise menu (number, type, target body part, level), or user information (name, gender, age, painful area, etc.).

[0029] Here, the specific content of the video V1 serving as an exercise example will be described. Figure 6 shows an example of exercise menu information displayed as video V1. The exercise menu progresses from smallest to largest numbers according to the sequence information, such as numbers 1, 2, 3, ..., 21. After number 21 is completed, the display unit returns to number 1, and then repeats numbers 2, 3, ..., etc. Each user may start exercising from number 1 on the exercise menu, or from an exercise menu numbered other than number 1, such as number 6 or number 10. Regardless of the number of exercise menus started, the exercise is generally completed after one round of the exercise menu (one round of 21 menus). However, the exercise may be performed multiple times, such as two or three times, a predetermined number of times, or a number of times selected by the user or staff.

[0030] 6, the exercise menu information includes video data associated with information such as a number (order information), a type (attribute information), a menu name, and a level (exercise level). In this example, the numbers range from 1 to 21, but are not limited to this and may be less than or greater than 21. The exercise menu information can be arbitrarily set by the service provider (system administrator) and stored in advance in a storage unit.

[0031] The types of exercise menu are pre-categorized into three types: stretching, core exercise, and movement practice. The number of types is not limited to three, and may be two or less, or four or more. In this example, "stretching" is exercise to improve muscle flexibility, "core exercise" is exercise to improve the stability of the core, and "movement practice" is exercise to improve the coordination between the brain and the body.

[0032] The menu name is a name for each menu that indicates the purpose of the exercise or the part of the body to which stress is applied, and can be set by the service provider as desired.

[0033] Multiple levels are set for each exercise menu. Level S is the most demanding and difficult level, with levels A, B, and E representing progressively less demanding and less difficult exercises. For example, the exercise menu for exercise number 12, "Side Buttocks (First Half)" in FIG. 6 , is set to two levels: Level A and Level B. In the example of FIG. 6 , a maximum of six levels and a minimum of two levels are set, but it may be set to one level or seven or more levels. The exercise menu can be selected based on user information such as the user's athletic ability, pain, age, and gender. The exercise menu may be selected by staff S or the user themselves, or automatically by the control unit based on a predetermined program. In this example, for a first-time user who has not input a pain location, Level A is selected as a standard exercise level, but this is not limited to this.

[0034] As exercise menu information, video data (movement data) of exercise menus associated with individual exercise menu identification information from "Movement 001" to "Movement 080" is stored in the storage unit. The videos from "Movement 001" to "Movement 080" are previously filmed, edited, and stored, and can all be videos of the same length. While the lengths of the videos may differ, it is preferable that at least videos with the same menu number (e.g., "Movement 001," "Movement 002," and "Movement 003," which are numbered 1) be the same length. For each number (number indicating the order) from 1 to 21 in the exercise menu, one exercise level from level S to level E is selected for each user, and a model video of the corresponding "Movement XXX" is displayed as model video V1 on the display unit 20. Alternatively, if there is no corresponding video data (corresponding to "-" in FIG. 6), no video data is displayed, and a message indicating a break from the exercise with that number can be displayed. For example, the exercise menu with the lowest load level in the "neck" exercise menu No. 1 is "movement 003" at level B. In this case, for a user with neck pain or weak neck muscles, the video of "movement 003" with the lowest load level may be displayed, but instead of displaying the model video, a message such as "Please skip this exercise menu" may be displayed to encourage the user to wait and not perform the specific exercise menu (see FIG. 11). In other words, in this system, based on user information, model videos of all numbers in the exercise menu may be displayed, or model videos of specific numbers in the exercise menu may not be displayed, or a message encouraging the user not to exercise may be displayed.

[0035] 7 shows an example of exercise levels applied to each user. As shown in FIG. 7, one level is selected for each user for menu numbers 1 to 21, and example video data corresponding to the selected level is displayed.

[0036] 8 shows the flow of information processing in this system. First, the user inputs user information via the input unit 13, either through the staff member S or by the user themselves. The staff member S can ask the user for information as needed and input the user information. As a result, the control unit of the information processing device acquires the user information (S1).

[0037] Specifically, a user using the system for the first time can register user information by inputting information such as their name, gender, age, and pain location themselves or through a staff member. Upon receiving the input information, the control unit assigns the user a unique identification number and barcode information, and also acquires the current date and time information, which can be stored in the memory unit in association with the input information (see Figures 3 and 4). The service provider can provide each user with a membership card or the like on which a unique registered barcode is printed. This allows users who use the system for the second or subsequent times to retrieve the information stored in the memory unit by having the barcode on the membership card recognized by a camera in a separate area, without having to input the user information each time. Note that specific user information, such as pain information, may be input each time, updating the information stored in the memory unit.

[0038] The control unit of the information processing device determines the exercise level from among exercise menus 1 to 21 based on the user information (S2). The control unit can determine the exercise menu based on at least one or a combination of the user's age, gender, pain location, and past exercise history information. The exercise menu can be determined automatically by the control unit based on predetermined conditions, or by staff based on the user information. For example, a lower level can be selected for the exercise menu for a painful area compared to an area without pain. Furthermore, the younger the user, the higher the overall exercise menu level can be selected. Furthermore, a higher overall level can be selected for men than for women. As shown in FIG. 7, the levels of all exercise menus are determined for each user. Returning to FIG. 8, the control unit outputs video data corresponding to the selected level to the display unit (S3). At the same time, the control unit activates the camera 30 to output real-time images of the user to the display unit.

[0039] In this example, the image V1 displayed as a model in all individual areas A1, A2, A3, etc. is synchronized. That is, video data with the same menu number is displayed at the same time in all individual areas A1, A2, A3, etc. For example, while the video menu of level A (action 008) number 3 is displayed in individual area A1 used by user U1, video menus of any of levels 3 (actions 008, 009, or 010) are displayed in individual areas A2 and A3 according to the user information. In this way, by displaying synchronized exercise menus in multiple individual areas, multiple users can enjoy the fun of exercising together and increase their motivation to exercise. Note that even if the number is the same, different levels of video menus can be displayed for each user. Even if the levels are different, exercise menus with the same number target the same body part, so multiple users can achieve the effect of performing similar exercises together.

[0040] 8 shows an example of a flow for displaying a video using this system. Users of this system can visit a store or the like and exercise at any time they like.

[0041] In this system, the control unit may periodically display model images on the display unit in the order of the menu numbers, regardless of whether the user is present. In this case, the user can start the exercise menu at any time. For example, if the user starts exercising at number 1, they will exercise in the order of numbers 2, 3, ..., according to the exercise menu, and finish with number 21. Also, if the user starts at number 2, they will exercise in the order of numbers 3, 4, ..., according to the exercise menu, and finish with number 1.

[0042] The control unit can accept the start input based on input information from the user or staff S via the input unit 13. Alternatively, the start input may be accepted by recognizing a barcode.

[0043] The control unit may determine the timing for the user to start exercising when the control unit receives the start input. For example, the control unit may display images to prompt the user to exercise only from a predetermined specific type (attribute information) of exercise menu or a specific menu number. Specifically, the control unit may control the display so that model videos and captured images are not displayed during the time when the "Core" and "Movement Practice" menus are displayed so that the user can start exercising from a menu corresponding to the "Stretching" type, which places less strain on the body, or may display a message such as "Please do not participate in this menu and start from the next menu," as shown in FIG. 9.

[0044] The control unit may output image data prompting the user to start exercising to the display unit at a timing determined based on the start input. For example, as shown in FIG. 10 , image data of a message such as "Start exercising from this menu" may be output to the display unit at the timing prompting the user to start exercising. This timing may be arbitrarily set by the service provider and stored in the storage unit. For example, the menu may be the menu played immediately after the start input is received, or the menu with a specific attribute (e.g., stretching) that is played the earliest after the start input is received, or the menu with a specific number (e.g., even numbers, odd numbers, multiples of five, etc.) that is played the earliest after the start input is received. Prompting the user to start exercising at an appropriate timing in this way makes it easier for the user to grasp the timing to start exercising, thereby improving convenience. Furthermore, for example, encouraging the user to start with a menu that is less strenuous can help prevent injuries.

[0045] The control unit can output image data prompting the user to finish exercising to the display unit at a predetermined timing. This timing can be set arbitrarily by the service provider and stored in the storage unit. For example, the control unit can output image data prompting the user to finish exercising to the display unit a predetermined period after the output of image data prompting the user to start exercising. For example, as shown in FIG. 11 , image data of a message such as "Today's exercise menu is complete. Thank you for your hard work" can be output to the display unit once the exercise menu has been completed after the output of image data prompting the user to start exercising. In this way, by prompting the user to finish exercising at an appropriate timing, excessive exercise can be prevented, thereby preventing injury.

[0046] The control unit may also output image data that urges the user not to perform an exercise menu based on the user information. For example, the control unit may output image data that urges the user to temporarily stop exercising, such as "Please take a break from this exercise menu" as shown in FIG. 12. This allows a user who is experiencing pain in a specific area to avoid exercises that target that area, thereby preventing injury.

[0047] As described above, the video output system of this embodiment includes a storage unit that stores multiple video data serving as exercise models, and a control unit that outputs video data for an exercise level selected for each user from the multiple video data and captured images of the user to a display unit provided for each user. The control unit outputs the video data, synchronized with each other based on predetermined order information, to the display units arranged in multiple individual areas used by each user. With this configuration, an exercise level is selected for each user, allowing each user to exercise appropriately. Therefore, each user can achieve appropriate exercise effects. Furthermore, by multiple users exercising using synchronized videos as models, they can feel a sense of unity and increase their motivation to exercise.

[0048] In the present embodiment, the control unit may be configured to repeatedly output the plurality of pieces of video data to the display unit at a fixed cycle based on the sequence information, thereby allowing the user to start exercising at any timing while the exercise menu is being repeated.

[0049] In this embodiment, the control unit may select the exercise level based on information about the painful area of ​​each user's body. By selecting an appropriate exercise level according to the painful area, pain can be alleviated or pain can be prevented from increasing due to excessive exercise.

[0050] In this embodiment, the control unit may select the exercise level based on information about the age of each user, thereby encouraging the user to exercise at an appropriate level according to their age.

[0051] In this embodiment, the control unit may select the exercise level based on information about the gender of each user, thereby encouraging the user to exercise at an appropriate level according to differences in athletic ability due to gender.

[0052] In this embodiment, the storage unit may store history information regarding the history of each user's use of the video output system, and the control unit may select the exercise level based on the history information of each user. This may encourage an appropriate level of exercise according to the user's past exercise history. Specifically, the same exercise level as the previous exercise level may be selected, or a higher or lower level than the previous exercise level may be selected. Alternatively, information about a pain site in the past may be used as the current pain site, and an exercise level according to the pain site may be selected.

[0053] In this embodiment, the control unit may output image data to the display unit to prompt the user to start exercising based on a start input from the user. This makes it easier for the user to know when to start exercising, thereby improving the convenience of the system.

[0054] In this embodiment, the control unit may output image data prompting the user to stop exercising to the display unit a predetermined period after outputting the image data prompting the user to start exercising. This makes it easier for the user to know when to start exercising, thereby improving the convenience of the system.

[0055] In this embodiment, each piece of video data may be associated with attribute information relating to the type of exercise, and the control unit may determine the timing to prompt the user to start exercising based on the start input and the attribute information. This allows the user to start exercising from an exercise menu with an appropriate attribute, thereby further improving the effectiveness of the exercise.

[0056] In addition, in the video output method of this embodiment, an information processing device executes a storage process for storing multiple video data serving as exercise models, and a control process for outputting video data of an exercise level selected for each user from the multiple video data and captured images of the user to a display unit provided for each user. The control process includes a process for outputting the video data synchronized with each other based on predetermined order information to the display units arranged in multiple individual areas used by each user. With this configuration, an exercise level is selected for each user, allowing each user to exercise appropriately. Therefore, each user can achieve appropriate exercise effects. Furthermore, by multiple users exercising using synchronized videos as models, they can feel a sense of unity and increase their motivation to exercise.

[0057] Furthermore, the program in this embodiment causes an information processing device to execute a storage process for storing multiple video data serving as exercise models, and a control process for outputting video data of an exercise level selected for each user from the multiple video data and captured images of the user to a display unit provided for each user. The control process includes outputting the video data synchronized with each other based on predetermined order information to the display units arranged in multiple individual areas used by each user. With this configuration, an exercise level is selected for each user, allowing each user to exercise appropriately. Therefore, each user can achieve appropriate exercise effects. Furthermore, by multiple users exercising using synchronized videos as models, they can feel a sense of unity and increase their motivation to exercise.

[0058] Furthermore, in the above embodiment, synchronized video data is output to display units provided in a plurality of individual areas, but video data may also be output to a single display unit.

[0059] In this case, the video output system includes a storage unit that stores a plurality of video data serving as exercise examples, and a control unit that outputs video data of an exercise level selected for each user from the plurality of video data and a captured image of the user to a display unit provided for each user, each of which is associated with attribute information regarding the type of exercise, and the control unit determines the timing to prompt the user to start exercising based on the user's start input and the attribute information. This allows the user to start exercising from an exercise menu with appropriate attributes, further improving the exercise effect.

[0060] In addition, when determining the exercise menu, the exercise menu may be determined based on posture information evaluating each user's posture in addition to pain information. Similar to the pain information, posture information can be set for each body part, such as the neck, shoulders, lower back, hip joints, and knees. The posture information may be input by a staff member examining the user's posture and range of motion of their joints and input via a tablet device or the like, or by the user themselves. The posture information may also be automatically evaluated by the control unit based on image information of the user acquired via a camera 30 or the like. Specifically, the posture and range of motion of each body part are evaluated on a multi-level scale, with a high rating for good posture or a large range of motion, and a low rating for poor posture or a small range of motion. In this system, the control unit can increase the difficulty level of the menu when the evaluation value of the posture information is above a predetermined value (high), or decrease the difficulty level of the menu when the evaluation value is below the predetermined value (low).

[0061] Furthermore, when determining the exercise menu, the exercise menu may be determined based on menu achievement level information. For example, if the user actually performs a specific exercise menu and has time to spare, the level of achievement may be evaluated as high, and in that case, the difficulty level of the menu may be increased, or if the level of achievement is low, the difficulty level of the menu may be decreased. The achievement level information may be input by a staff member after checking the user's exercise status using a tablet device or the like, or may be input by the user themselves, or the control unit may automatically evaluate the achievement level based on image information of the user acquired by the camera 30 or the like.

[0062] The exercise menu may also be reviewed (updated) at predetermined intervals, such as every week, every month, or every six months. The exercise menu is preferably reviewed by a control unit that selects an appropriate exercise menu based on various user information, such as pain information, posture information, and achievement level information, which are updated at predetermined intervals. Alternatively, a staff member may select the exercise menu based on the various user information. By appropriately reviewing the exercise menu at predetermined intervals in this manner, the user can always perform exercise at a level that is appropriate for them.

[0063] Although the preferred embodiments of the present disclosure have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings, the technical scope of the present disclosure is not limited to such examples. It is clear that a person skilled in the art of the present disclosure can conceive of various modified or altered examples within the scope of the technical idea described in the claims, and it is understood that these also naturally fall within the technical scope of the present disclosure.

[0064] The devices described in this specification may be realized as a single device, or may be realized by a plurality of devices (e.g., cloud servers) some or all of which are connected via a network. For example, the control unit 11 and the storage unit 12 of the information processing device 10 may be realized by different devices connected to each other via a network.

[0065] The series of processes performed by the device described herein may be implemented using software, hardware, or a combination of software and hardware. A computer program for implementing each function of the information processing device according to this embodiment may be created and installed on a PC or the like. A computer-readable recording medium storing such a computer program may also be provided. Examples of the recording medium include a magnetic disk, an optical disk, a magneto-optical disk, and a flash memory. The computer program may also be distributed, for example, via a network, without using a recording medium.

[0066] Furthermore, the processes described herein using flowchart diagrams do not necessarily have to be performed in the order shown. Some process steps may be performed in parallel. Additional process steps may be employed, and some process steps may be omitted.

[0067] Furthermore, the effects described herein are merely descriptive or exemplary and are not limiting. In other words, the technology according to the present disclosure may achieve other effects that will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the description of this specification, in addition to or in place of the above-described effects.

[0068] The following configurations also fall within the technical scope of the present disclosure. (Item 1) A video output system including: a storage unit that stores multiple video data serving as exercise examples; and a control unit that outputs video data of an exercise level selected for each user from the multiple video data and captured images of the user to a display unit provided for each user, wherein the control unit outputs the video data synchronized with each other based on predetermined order information to the display units arranged in multiple individual areas used by each user. (Item 2) The video output system described in Item 1, wherein the control unit repeatedly outputs the multiple video data to the display units at regular intervals based on the order information. (Item 3) The video output system described in Item 1 or 2, wherein the control unit selects the exercise level based on information about painful areas on the body of each user. (Item 4) The video output system described in Item 1 or 2, wherein the control unit selects the exercise level based on information about the age of each user. (Item 5) The video output system described in Item 1 or 2, wherein the control unit selects the exercise level based on information about the gender of each user. (Item 6) The video output system of item 1 or 2, wherein the storage unit stores history information regarding a history of each user's use of the video output system, and the control unit selects the exercise level based on the history information of each user. (Item 7) The video output system of item 1 or 2, wherein the control unit outputs image data to the display unit prompting the user to start exercising based on a start input from the user. (Item 8) The video output system of item 7, wherein the control unit outputs image data to the display unit prompting the user to stop exercising a predetermined period after outputting the image data prompting the user to start exercising. (Item 9) The video output system of item 7, wherein attribute information regarding a type of exercise is associated with each piece of video data, and the control unit determines the timing to prompt the user to start exercising based on the start input and the attribute information.(Item 10) A video output method in which an information processing device executes a storage process to store a plurality of video data serving as exercise models, and a control process to output video data of an exercise level selected for each user from the plurality of video data and captured images of the user to a display unit provided for each user, wherein the control process includes a process of outputting the video data synchronized with each other based on predetermined order information to the display units arranged in a plurality of individual areas used by the users. (Item 11) A program in which an information processing device executes a storage process to store a plurality of video data serving as exercise models, and a control process to output video data of an exercise level selected for each user from the plurality of video data and captured images of the user to the display units arranged in a plurality of individual areas used by the users, wherein the control process includes a process of outputting the video data synchronized with each other based on predetermined order information to the display units arranged in a plurality of individual areas used by the users.

[0069] REFERENCE SIGNS LIST 1 Test evaluation system 10 Information processing device 11 Control unit 12 Storage unit 13 Communication unit 20 Display unit 30 Camera

Claims

1. A video output system comprising: a storage unit that stores a plurality of video data serving as models of exercises; and a control unit that outputs, to a display unit provided for each user, the video data of the exercise level selected for each user and the captured image of the user among the plurality of video data, wherein the control unit outputs the video data synchronized with each other to the display units arranged in a plurality of individual areas used by the users based on predetermined order information.

2. The video output system according to claim 1, wherein the control unit repeatedly outputs the plurality of video data to the display unit at a fixed period based on the order information.

3. The video output system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the control unit selects the exercise level based on information regarding the pain site of each user's body.

4. The video output system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the control unit selects the exercise level based on information regarding the age of each user.

5. The video output system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the control unit selects the exercise level based on information regarding the gender of each user.

6. The storage unit stores history information regarding the history of each user's use of the video output system, and the control unit selects the exercise level based on the history information of each user. The video output system according to claim 1 or 2.

7. The video output system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the control unit outputs, to the display unit, image data prompting the user to start exercising based on a start input from the user.

8. The video output system according to claim 7, wherein the control unit outputs, to the display unit, image data prompting the end of the exercise after a predetermined period from the output of the image data prompting the start of the exercise.

9. Attribute information regarding the type of exercise is associated with each of the video data, and the control unit determines the timing for prompting the start of the exercise based on the start input and the attribute information. The video output system according to claim 7.

10. An information processing apparatus executes storage processing for storing a plurality of video data serving as motion models, and control processing for outputting, to a display unit provided for each user, the video data of a motion level selected for each user from among the plurality of video data and a captured image of the user. The control processing includes processing for outputting the video data synchronized with each other to the display units arranged in a plurality of individual areas used by the user based on predetermined order information. A video output method.

11. A program causes an information processing apparatus to execute storage processing for storing a plurality of video data serving as motion models, and control processing for outputting, to a display unit provided for each user, the video data of a motion level selected for each user from among the plurality of video data and a captured image of the user. The control processing includes processing for outputting the video data synchronized with each other to the display units arranged in a plurality of individual areas used by the user based on predetermined order information.

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