Method for generating position signals while using a virtual reality headset

A method for controlling exercise equipment when a user of the exercise equipment is using an extended reality headset, the method comprising the steps of:

• identifying a position and orientation of the exercise equipment by viewing the exercise equipment through the extended reality headset;
• sensing a position of the user with respect to the exercise equipment by identifying a location and orientation of the extended reality headset with respect to the position and orientation of the exercise equipment;
• and
• determining an operational zone of the exercise equipment;
• identifying when the user is outside the operational zone of the exercise equipment;
• and
• providing instructions to the exercise equipment to limit activity of the exercise equipment when the user is outside the operational zone.