Is corona pushing us into a second lockdown? We don’t know for certain! But recent developments within the Dutch population may suggest otherwise! The government is guiding us step by step towards this scenario. Of course, this is not a scenario that many of us are found off. We value our freedom! But before you know it, we are back to where we were a few months ago. Restaurants closed. Bars closed. Gym’s closed. EVERYTHING closed! Meaning that many of us will turn back to the good old-fashioned home workout. All though home workouts have been around for decades, they have never been this popular. One of the major influences on the industry comes through the advances in technology. We have moved from traditional workouts to CD/DVD’s to videos to online sporting classes (Lufkin 2017). Now it is time for Artificial Intelligence! Tempo Studio has revolutionized the home workout through personalised AI-powered workouts. Tempo Studio offers an innovative and advanced home workout solution in these times of uncertainty. Providing us with and effective and efficient way of working out.
What does it look like?
The all in one fitness system has a large flat screen (42 inch), integrated speakers (60w), motion sensors and storage for workout materials (Futurism 2020). The great thing about the system is that it does not take up a lot of space. If there is enough space to do push ups there is enough space for Tempo Studio. Furthermore, it has a stylish and modern design, that will fit perfectly into people homes.
How does it work?
Futurism (2020) mentions that the system uses a motion sensor that emits over 30 pulses of infrared light. These pulses are transformed and create a 3D model of the human body using 80,000 individual points. The system has the ability to track every single movement specifically. Providing the user with data such as summary statistics, recommendations and can even analyse the form. This is a great benefit, as it informs the user where exercises can be improved. Moreover, one can also request live feedback from coaches.
Future of working out
Will this type of technology be the future of working out? Usually we are going to crowded gyms or using the outside world such as parks as our personal gym. But what if we are limited in using these places due to regulations from the government? Does this type of technology stand a chance? I believe so. Some of the reasons we workout includes reducing stress, being healthier and becoming more attractive. It also has a positive effect on the workplace and provides us with benefits such as improved concentration, better memory and enhanced creativity (Friedman 2014). Not working out can seriously influence our well-being and how we function. Additionally, I believe that a system like this will attract people that are embarrassed to go to the gym. Often people do not go because they are insecure or because they are worried that they will not carry out exercises in the right manner (Teeter 2017) Artificial Intelligence can tackle this issue by providing users with points of improvement and passing on the data to personal trainers in order to give assistance (live feedback). A system like this is not only a good solution for people to stay active in times of crises but also after.
Do you guys believe that AI has the potential to disrupt the fitness market in the long run? Or will gyms keep dominating the fitness industry?
References:
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/why-youre-actually-too-em_b_9233196?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAF-HlKggRcq3Zu5mqFcHofFmWaXvau2Ix1WbHtNyl-rTimH1p-SZPITj0toEQ2y2HCzGOC8ogGqkuDyf6GzReSJHtOCyCnKXu3tNOiZpykEjK7NenJQMiHbeQTv28YxIderm9tWiIXLVHFm_pHQdwDnAkdshLgzIFyDdxNym4xHE
https://hbr.org/2014/10/regular-exercise-is-part-of-your-job#:~:text=When%20we%20think%20about%20the,focus%20on%20the%20physical%20benefits.&text=But%20over%20the%20past%20decade,on%20the%20way%20we%20think.
https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200504-covid-19-update-quarantine-home-workouts-during-coronavirus
https://futurism.com/tempo-home-workout
https://www.reviewgeek.com/36023/the-tempo-studio-is-a-smart-gym-that-corrects-your-form/
I actually see this thing from new recently, but I think it is too expensive for me :(. I guess motion recognition is the main technology for those industry. To prevent injuries and maximizing efficiency. I believe AI with body data, health program data and motion data will disrupt the industry later on. However, I still believe gyms keep dominate the industry because human habit is not changed that fast. Furthermore, gym also can be armed with those technology as well