System of impact measurement and display
AssigneeTomorrow's Exerprizes
InventorGeorge S. Morrow
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Abstract
A system of monitoring impact stress, or acceleration forces on a user while exercising is disclosed. An exercise machine is equipped with sensing apparatus that measures the downward force exerted on the supporting surface by the lower extremities of the user. In this way, the corresponding impact forces are determined as a function of the user's body weight and communicated via a display monitor as “G-forces” or “Earth Gravity Units.” This allows the user to keep exercise impact within limits desired by the user, a physical therapist, or other qualified professional.
Claims8
A method of monitoring impact stress generated when an exercise machine carries an upright user on a supporting surface, comprising the steps of:
- a) measuring recurring maximum downward force exerted on the supporting surface, and
- b) communicating said measurement of maximum downward force to the user, so that the user may accordingly vary his activity, thereby limiting the impact stresses his body is absorbing.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.