FR2746022A1 - SYSTEM FOR THE PROGRAMMING OF DRIVINGS ON APPARATUSES AND MACHINES OF GYMNASTICS AND CORRESPONDING METHOD - Google Patents

Abstract

This personalized program system comprises: - a central unit (M) provided with first processing means (MM) and bidirectional data transfer (DM); - a portable support (K) without contacts, provided with a portable memory; - stations (S), not connected to each other by a data cable, at the level of the gymnastic apparatus (A, A '), provided with second processing means (MS) and bidirectional data transfer (DS) from and to the portable support (K), so as to receive the data contained in the portable memory relating to the exercise to be done in order to define a programming of the device, and to transfer to the portable memory, once the exercise is finished, information relating to the execution of exercises; the first means (MM), after having received from the portable support (K) the data relating to the exercises actually performed through the bidirectional transfer (DM) of the central unit, can modify the program on the basis of the information received.

Description

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  The present invention relates to a system for programming training on devices and

gymnastics machines.

  In particular, the system of the present invention can be advantageously used in sports and leisure centers such as gyms, fitness centers, sports clubs, rehabilitation centers, clinics and sports centers. similar establishments. In these centers (which we will call hereafter gyms to simplify the

  description), users should generally

  perform a series of differentiated gymnastics or rehabilitation exercises according to parameters relating to the type of training or rehabilitation, the user's physique, his health conditions, the objectives to be achieved, etc .; these programs define, in practice, a daily routine protocol that is often intended to vary over time and following

results obtained by the athlete.

  In practice, each user or athlete is assigned a specific program of exercises that he must do during the various sessions

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  drive. The different programs are differentiated by the number of exercises as well as by their succession, repetition, duration and

their intensity.

  For this purpose, in the gyms, after an examination of the characteristics of the athlete and the objectives that he should attain, the coach prepares a progressive series of exercises, specifying also the modes of execution of these exercises.

last.

  This progressive series is in practice the athlete's program and corresponds to a paper form that the athlete must carry with them during the training session in order to be able to consult it while carrying out the planned exercises. The defined programs generally concern relatively long periods of use in the gym, and in any case can not be differentiated each time for obvious logistical reasons; it follows that the athlete always does the same exercises

for the duration of a cycle.

  The established program is usually an average of what should be the initial training (in which the athlete is theoretically less trained), and what should be

the final result of each cycle.

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  For this reason, it is possible that during the initial phase, the athlete follows a training harder than the one he should actually practice, while during the final phase of each cycle, the exercises are on the contrary too light compared to the actual physical condition

of the athlete.

  With this type of program, it is not possible to obtain a constant correlation between the intensity of the training and the real conditions of the athlete: this is of paramount importance because the training too intensive, of Training that is too light may not be helpful for the athlete and may even have negative consequences in some cases. At present, there are gymnastics machines that can interact with an athlete's feedback response to physiological parameters of the athlete (eg heart rate) to vary the intensity of an exercise based on of this answer. In these machines, however, the successive uses are not correlated with the responses found in previous uses. Moreover, there is no link between the exercises

  that we do on different machines, that is

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  that is, we can not compare the data on the exercises performed on several machines. As it stands, it is impossible to schedule a series of exercises based on the athlete's actual training responses,

  following the work actually done.

  What has just been said is all the more true if we consider the plurality of machines and gymnastics equipment that an athlete must use during a routine protocol, meaning the passage between the different stations defined by cardiovascular machines (cycle, jogging mat, "step") and by isokinetic machines (bench, etc.). In the typical gym, these machines are generally not interconnected, ie the different devices can not be connected, for example, via an interactive data network. they can interact with each other in real time, with a basic server that provides for the recording and processing of exercises performed and control of the user's position. Some attempts have been made in this regard, using solutions common to the usual "network" links between CPU-server and peripheral devices-desktop computer: with these

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  attempts, it was necessary in any case to use a network of connecting cables between all the different machines, a solution which proved to be particularly negative with respect to its place of application (the gyms, precisely) and by the fact that the machines are distributed in the most diverse points of the gym. Not to mention that this type of connection does not fit well with the nature of gym machines and in the middle, since the network link can easily be lost, like

  well know the users of such systems.

  The object of the present invention is therefore to eliminate the drawbacks mentioned above by means of a system for programming training on apparatus and machines for gymnastics, capable of providing a training or rehabilitation program that may vary. according to the results obtained, that is to say on the basis of the execution of the different series of exercises to be done during the training sessions; the system object of the present invention can be defined as a system of real centralized management of routine protocols and allows the "virtual connection" between all the machines present in a gym and a central unit for programming training to be done, and also allows memorization and eventual

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  graphical display of the work already done. This connection has been described as virtual insofar as it is done without the use of network cables or lines that would pass dangerously through the entire gym: the various machines remain absolutely distinct and

independent of each other.

  The present invention, as characterized in

  claims below, includes a unit

  central unit capable of developing a training program to be performed on a plurality of apparatus and / or gymnastic machines, at which a plurality of stations are placed which can select the exercises on the corresponding apparatuses and / or machines, and receive a relative feedback response

to exercises already done.

  The dialogue between this central unit and these stations is possible thanks to a data archiving means comprising a portable memory without contacts contained in a medium that can communicate with the central unit and each of the stations by means of transmission means

  bidirectional data provided for this purpose.

  The use of the portable memory as a portable medium of the training program can further define different modes of access to other activities related to the gym or

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  to the sports center. For example, portable memory can be used for access control, as a means of payment, as a key for library consultation, attendance control, and so on. The use of a portable memory without contacts, defined in the jargon of the sector as "smart key", allows the absolute customization of the means of archiving with, consequently, the security of adapting the machine to the characteristics of the exercises to be done , automatically and in

limited time.

  In addition to what has just been said, the present invention can be used for the correct management of gymnastic apparatus and machines not equipped with a computerized programming system, to program activities collateral to the training itself (as it will be specified in more detail later), to serve as an interface between machines or machines gymnastics of different type and / or brand, etc ... In other words, it is about provide, with the present invention, a tool for programming training and collateral activities that can act "360", that is to say, can allow a comprehensive management of activities that can be performed or linked to sports centers and leisure, as

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  For example, gyms, fitness centers, sports clubs, rehabilitation centers, clinics and similar facilities. On the basis of what has just been said, an appropriate and result-oriented diet is usually introduced between the so-called collateral or complementary activities in training. In other words, depending on the sport practiced, the proximity or not of a competition, the need to lose weight or strengthen, etc., each athlete must follow specific dietary requirements that facilitate or, in any case, contribute to

obtaining results.

  With the present invention, diets related to the physical activities practiced and the results to

achieve can be established.

  Some of the sports activities that are part of a workout are practiced in places other than the gym; these activities can be for example an outdoor jogging, swimming or other activities. So far, these activities have been managed essentially independently of gym training or rehabilitation; the present invention makes it possible to integrate these activities into

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  matter in a single set set,

  precisely, by the training program.

  The training scheduling system object of the present invention can be expanded even to data relating to other activities or interests related directly or indirectly to the activity of the gym or similar centers. For example, the system in question may provide information relating to the administration of the center, the payment of contributions, working sessions, etc. Among the data contained, information relating to specialized publications , sector libraries, etc., can also be used to provide a more comprehensive service, also focused on the side

theoretical training.

  In addition, the system in question can be provided with means of comparison with archival means relating to machines and devices of different types or brands so as to standardize the exercises on the basis of a single standard. In other words, the system in question may allow exercises to be performed on machines that use different parameters for the measurement of effort, calories consumed, etc., through the corresponding data received by these same machines (or by the 1o 2746022 users who consult the readings executed on the machines themselves) in a single protocol, so as to allow programming of the drives. The technical features of the present invention, according to the above-mentioned purposes, are clearly indicated in the contents of the

  the following claims, and the benefits that

  arising will be made more salient by the

  following detailed description, referring to the

  attached drawings which represent an embodiment provided by way of example for purely indicative purposes in which: - Figure 1 shows a diagram relating to an embodiment of the present invention; FIGS. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 show some diagrams relating to possible graphical representations of the execution and establishment of a training program according to the present invention; FIG. 8 shows another diagram relating to another possible embodiment of a system for programming training on apparatus and gymnastics machines

the present invention.

  In accordance with the accompanying figures, the system for programming workouts on gymnastic apparatus and machines object of the present invention is of the type that can be used for training or re-training based on the execution of the invention. means of a plurality of apparatus and / or gymnastic machines, a set of exercises constituting a program

custom related to a subject.

  In FIG. 1, in which the various elements constituting the system are not proportionate for descriptive requirements, these apparatuses and these gymnastic machines have been schematically represented by machines A for executing exercises similar to cycling, jogging and climbing stairs (respectively called in technical language: cycle, treadmill and "step"), and a conventional bench A 'for lifting dumbbells with a rocker. All these gymnastics machines are distinctly separated from each other, that is to say that there is no type

  reciprocal connection in a data network.

  The system comprises a central unit M provided with first processing means MM and bidirectional transfer of data DM; in practice, the central unit M comprises means that can be used at least for writing and reading data relating to the personalized program, as well as for

  modification of the program itself.

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  The MM processing means may consist of a desktop computer equipped with appropriate software, able to perform the programming of personalized training, through of course the physician-programmers who monitor the activity of the gym. By programming is meant the establishment of the various routine protocols that the athlete will have to follow during a training session and on each separate apparatus; in the case of the cycle for example, the protocol can be established in the form of a curve which develops on a Cartesian plane, where the abscissa measures the time and the ordinate, any variable related to the work done. The bidirectional data transfer means DM connected to the processing means MM consist of devices adapted to the writing and reading of a portable memory archiving means that can transfer data between machines or units. that are not directly connected

between them.

  The portable memory is placed on a portable medium K, and is designed to store data relating to the custom program in

question.

  The system further comprises a plurality of stations S, placed at the level of the different

  gymnastic apparatus and / or machines A, A '.

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  The stations S, as well as the central unit, are provided with second processing means MS and bidirectional transfer of DS data from and to the portable medium K, so as to receive, as input, the data contained in the portable memory and relating to the exercise to be done, to define a programming of the apparatus and / or the machine, and so as to transfer, as output to the portable memory itself and once the exercise has ended, information relating to the exercise of the exercises in order to establish a

control of these same exercises.

  The first means for processing and bi-directional transfer of DM data of said central unit can then modify the personalized program on the basis of the information received.

  relating to the implementation of the planned exercises.

  Of course, it is not necessary for the second processing means MS of the stations S to be able to process or reprogram the personalized program because it is sufficient that they are able to read the data from the portable medium K and to transfer the information therein. relating to the exercise performed. The central unit M can preferably be placed in a place easily accessible from the gym, and can take the form of a multimedia station of the type that is used, for example,

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  in art centers, railway stations or airports, and be equipped with, for example, touch-type

for easy reference

  The different apparatuses or machines of gymnastics A, A 'are not directly connected to the central unit M: electrical connections or other types of connections are not therefore necessary, and the machines can therefore be placed at no. any distance from the central unit, which makes it possible to use the system in gyms, or in centers on several floors or extending anyway over large areas. The link between the central unit M and the apparatuses and machines A, A ', virtually realized via the portable support K, can be obtained by an electronic key K (provided for example with a memory type E2PROM) which allow the dialogue between the central unit M and the stations S. The electronic key K may comprise a protective envelope, or a plastic coating making it waterproof. The combination of a programmable memory by magnetic induction with a waterproof coating, on the one hand to program the memory without the need for contacts, and on the other hand, to give users the

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  possibility of using the electronic key K with extreme ease, even in adverse climatic conditions for other types of program supports, such as the presence of moisture. The stations S can include a video V for the display of the work to be done, and they can be differentiated according to the machines or

  devices with which they are associated.

  For example, gymnastics machines that provide the possibility of electronic programming (such as cycles, treadmills and "step", indicated by the letter A in Figure 1), can be associated with stations S directly connected to the control devices of the machine itself, or the S stations can

  be part of the control devices of the machine.

  In this way, the machines are directly programmed with the data recorded by the portable memory. In addition, automatic means can be put in place to control the execution of the exercise that has been done to allow a verification of the work; these means output as said information that can operate the central unit M. For the display of the program can be used, instead of the display V stations S, the

  VA displays already present on the machine.

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  In FIG. 1, the stations S associated with the electronic programming machines have been shown in dashed lines since they can be incorporated, as described above, into the gymnastics machines themselves. In the case of machines not equipped for automatic programming, such as isokinetic machines or free dumbbells (represented by the bench A 'in FIG. 1), the data relating to the work performed can be entered "manually" by the user. using a T 'keyboard, or directly from video V to

touch keys.

  Manual data acquisition means T, consisting for example of a keyboard, are located at the level of the central unit M. The keyboard T can be used by a trainer / doctor I to provide the first processing means MM (and by bi-directional transfer of DM data), athlete data and

  the establishment of the personalized program.

  The following text concerns the description of

  some of the possible ways of using the

  system object of the present invention.

  The first time a person goes to the gym, or after a review of the cycle as has been done, after an interview

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  with the coach (possibly accompanied by a medical check-up), the terms and objectives of the training, ie the routine protocols that the athlete will have to follow day after day on the different devices, are established in the central unit M which thus constitutes the database of all the protocols of the gymnasium as a whole. Each routine protocol is subdivided into clean device protocols and correlated to the machine on which these

  same protocols must be executed.

  In the following training sessions, or each time the athlete shows up in the gym for a training session, the portable support K is introduced into the reader constituted by the first bidirectional data transfer means DM for receiving the

  instruction for the day's training.

  Once on the machine, if it is of the automatic programming type, the user enters the electronic key K in the corresponding reader located in the station S associated with the machine: the machine is automatically programmed according to the needs of the machine. user who only has to perform the exercises planned for his training. At the end of the training, the station S discharges on the key K the information relating to the work actually performed, with

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  also the variations (if any) in relation to this

which had been established.

  In the case of machines with manual programming (see the bench A 'of FIG. 1), the user introduces the electronic key K into the reader of the station S, and the video V displays the type of exercise, the necessary series , repetitions and the corresponding charge. At the end of this, the athlete must confirm whether the work he has done corresponds to the recommended training, or specify any variations: the whole is thus stored on the electronic key K. In both cases, for both automatic and manually operated machines, after storing the executed job, the display V of the station S - according to one of the possible modes of operation - can suggest to the person the following exercise to be done. , thus indicating the succession of the most suitable machines

  that same person must follow.

  Once the training session is over, the person must unload the electronic key K in the central unit M to enter into a memory, presented by the first processing means MM, the feedback response of the work performed. At the end of this operation, it can be expected to display a message to immediately know the quality of work

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  performed and evaluate the training session just completed, with or without a

appreciation of "good work".

  The data entry in the central unit makes it possible, in addition to easy management of different training records for several days of training, to also control the training followed by a user, to select time slots, types of exercises, to analyze attendance

users, etc.

  The user communicates with the central unit by means of the electronic key K, as we have seen, for the loading operations of the data relating to the training to be performed, and of the unloading of the data relating to the work carried out, and possibly by means of a

touch screen type device.

  After the introduction of the electronic key K and / or after pressing the keys on the screen VM (in the case of a touch screen) of the central unit M, the system displays a screen with the main menu , similar to that shown in Figure 2. The main menu is subdivided into a series of icons, or boxes, 210, 220, 230, 240 and 250 which correspond in practice to the different functions of the main program; just press one

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  boxes on the screen for access to the sub-

  selected program as described below.

  The last icon or box 250 in FIG. 2 corresponds to the subprograms that only the trainers can use to program the workouts or to enter data of different types. One of the main program functions is that corresponding to the drive loading routine (corresponding to box 210 of FIG. 2) which makes it possible to load on the electronic key K the drive that the user will have to perform. then do. The user uses this function each time he arrives in the gym and decides to start his training. During the loading of the electronic key K, the training card and / or the progress of the user with respect to the objective to

  can be displayed on the screen.

  The training form may be of the type shown in FIG. 3: the athlete's name appears in a zone 211 of the screen, while the different exercises of the training session and the modes of execution thereof. exercises are respectively represented

in two other areas 212 and 213.

  The training form, in addition to being displayed on the screen VM of the central unit M, can also be

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  printed using a printer P connected to the same central unit M. The progress of the user can be displayed as shown in Figure 4: we use a graph 214 in which we have the abscissa the

  time and ordinate the level of training.

  The graph 214 represents a line r which connects a first point 215 corresponding to the situation at the beginning of the training period, and a second point 216 corresponding to the final objective of the athlete; the curve c superimposed on the line r shows the evolution in the

  time values developed by the user.

  Another function of the main program is the unloading of the drive. The user accesses this subroutine (corresponding to box 220 in Figure 2) at the end of each training session; during this phase, the results of the training, which have been stored by the stations S on the electronic key K, are downloaded to the console, and the video VM can display a graph to evaluate

  immediately the quality of the work performed.

  The image displayed can be similar to that of FIG. 5, and the display can be obtained by means of a special command indicated by 230 in FIG. 2, which represents a display function.

of the training card.

  22n 2746022 In Figure 5, in which the name of the athlete appears in the upper area 211 of the screen, we find the display of the training form which is loaded on the electronic key K; for each type of exercise contained in the form (two in the example considered), the system indicates whether it has already been done (indicated by 222) or not (indicated by 221); the system may further indicate the next exercise to be performed. The training form may be displayed at any time and, where appropriate, may

also be printed.

  Another function of the main menu concerns the display subprogram of the executed job (corresponding to box 240 in FIG. 2); this allows the display of the archived data and the screen that appears is of the type that

shows figure 6.

  The graph 214, at the top right, is the same as that of FIG. 4 described above and serves to communicate to the user the approach of the objective by displaying the reference line r and the curve c of verification of the

made work.

  Box 211 on the top left can contain the first and last name of the subject as well as other data such as birth date and weight. Pressing this box opens a

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  window to modify, where appropriate, the

weight values.

  Box 241 below, is available for

  possible communications to the user.

  The other boxes 242, 243, 244, 245, 246 and 247 can be used to display data relating to the different exercises already done, or

  for performing comparisons of any type.

  For example, boxes 242, 243, 244, 245 and 246 can respectively display the total kilometers traveled on the cycle, the total number of stages mounted on "step", the total number of kilometers run on the treadmill, total kilos raised on isokinetic machines, the total

kilocalories consumed.

  Pressing the box causes a screen page containing the corresponding data to be displayed inside a graph similar to that shown in FIG. 7, provided, for example, for

cycle training.

  The graph of Fig. 7 shows, like Figs. 3, 4 and 5, a high area 211 containing the athlete's name, while the mileage data during training is displayed in a side area. 248 with the subdivision of the kilometers into training periods and with the graphic indication 249 of the kilometers traveled

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  to a known reference value (one could have for example a map of Italy in which the kilometers traveled are represented by a line

from a known place).

  Box 247 comparisons, allows to compare graphically the performance of the user in relation to the performance of all regulars in the gym and / or by

  referred to a given reference group.

  As we have already pointed out, it is obvious

  that this description only illustrates

  some of the different modes of use of the system object of the present invention, which in no way limits the various possible applications through appropriate modifications of the software of the main program, that is to say

  possibilities offered by the menu implemented.

  We have defined the portable medium K as a means of archiving data without contacts and it has been considered, in the simplest solution, as being of type permanent memory with electromagnetic activation (with a high capacity compared to the dimensions, 2 KB for example); in an alternative solution, this system may consist of a transponder

  infrared rays or another equivalent.

  The system described above essentially defines a new method of managing machines and

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  Gym equipment, which does not require a data network link, but which is "virtually connected" to each other via the programmable key without contacts K. This method can be summarized as follows: a ) performing a personalized program on a central unit M provided with first MM data processing means for defining a series of routine protocols, each relating to a plurality of device protocols correlated to the exercise to be performed on said apparatuses and / or said gymnastics machines; b) transferring one of the aforementioned routine protocols relating to the custom program in question to a portable medium K constituting a means for archiving data without contacts, provided with a portable memory capable of storing the same data, via bidirectional transfer means DM provided in said central unit M; c) transfer, from said portable medium K, of one of the aforementioned device protocols to a station of a plurality of stations S, independent of each other, that is to say not connected by a data network, placed at one of the apparatus and / or gymnastic machines A, A 'mentioned above, each of these stations being

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  provided with second MS processing means and bidirectional DS data transfer; said transfer being effected from said portable support K to said second processing means MS, so that the latter receive, as input, the data contained in said portable memory and relating to the device protocol correlated to the exercise to be performed on said machine, to define a programming of the apparatus and / or the corresponding machine; d) execution of the exercise programmed by the user; e) transfer, to said portable memory K, once the exercise is completed and at the output of the aforementioned second processing means MS, data relating to the actual execution of the aforementioned apparatus protocol correlated with the exercise, to establish a control of this same exercise; f) repeating steps c), d) and e) above for each of the other apparatus and / or gymnastics machines, i.e. for each of the other correlated apparatus protocols; g) transferring from said portable medium K data relating to the effective execution of all the aforementioned correlated device protocols, i.e. the routine protocol as a whole as actually performed, to said CPU M through

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  bidirectional transfer means DM mentioned above; h) processing of the aforementioned data relating to the effective execution of all the aforementioned correlated device protocols by said central unit M, and possible modification of the aforementioned personalized program, i.e. of said series of routine protocols, on the information on the effective execution of the

  correlated protocols mentioned above.

  Figure 8 schematically shows another possible example of a drive system

according to the present invention.

  In this embodiment, the processing means MM of the central unit M are provided, inter alia, data storage means provided for this purpose, that is to say a resident memory, which may contain information of a different type (data and / or programs

  software), as shown below.

  As in the preceding examples, bidirectional data transfer means DM are provided and interact, in the same way as previously, with the portable support K. With the standard equipment of the central unit M, different modes of transfer are provided. of the system are possible, for example using the keyboard T or

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  one or more buttons 251 located on the central unit M. As we have already said, an appropriate and results-oriented diet to be achieved is generally introduced between the collateral activities or complementary training. Among the information that can be processed by the appropriate MM means, programs suitable for establishing a regime can be provided. In Figure 8, these

  Data programs are represented by the DT block.

  In practice, according to the data entered by means of the keyboard T (or buttons 251) or received via the portable support K, the system object of the present invention can establish the regime. If the information relating thereto can be viewed on the display V, they can also be reproduced by means of a printer P provided for this purpose. In addition to information about the age, weight and other physical characteristics of the person for whom a diet is to be established, the system also processes information about physical activity actually performed by the person and may involve in a timely fashion the diet to exercises

physical to do.

  As we said before, among the sports activities that can be part of a

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  training, there are some who practice in places other than the gym; these activities can be for example an outdoor jogging, swimming or other activities. With the aid of the keyboard T, or buttons 251, it is possible to provide the central unit M with information relating to the activities that have been done (or still to be done) so as to integrate the program in the gym. with the activities in question. This characteristic of the system is schematically represented by the block OA in FIG. 8 corresponding precisely to the data

  and / or programs related to these activities.

  It is obvious that even data relating to other OA activities can be used in the

  programming of the DT schemes mentioned above.

  In addition, the system for the training of training object of the present invention can be expanded even to data relating to other activities or interests directly or indirectly related to the activity of the gym or similar centers. For example, the system in question may provide information on the administration of the center, the payment of dues, working sessions, etc.

  (schematically represented by the AMM block).

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  Among the data and / or programs contained, information relating to specialized publications, sector libraries, etc. can also be used (represented schematically by the BIB block). Finally, the system that is the subject of the present invention can be provided with comparison means equipped with archiving means relating to machines and apparatus of different types or brands so as to be able to standardize the exercises on the basis of a single standard. These comparison means are schematically represented by the OM block. Thanks to the presence of these OM comparison means, it is possible to use information relating to machines which use different parameters (for example, for the measurement of the effort, calories consumed, etc., as we mentioned above) to establish a unique training program, or to establish a

diet.

  The data relating to the exercises already done (or to be made) on machines and apparatuses of another type or of another mark can be introduced by means of the readings made by the user on these machines or

by another means.

  The possibility of extending the scope of training programming also applies to

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  S stations, with modalities that may differ

from one station to another.

  In particular, in the stations associated with machines with electronic programming, the second processing means MS may be provided with means of filing relating to a DT regime, AMM administrative data and bibliographic BIB; in this way, with the portable support K, besides predisposing the machine A to the exercise and memorizing the exercise done in the support K (in the manner previously described), data relating to a diet, information administrative type or

  bibliographic information can be obtained.

  For stations associated with machines not equipped with automatic programming (such as bank A '), station S can comprise, as in the example of FIG. 8, processing means MS that can handle data. and programs relating to a DT regime, other OA activities, AMM administrative information, bibliographic BIB, or correlation with machines of another type or

another OM brand.

  In practice, the station S, placed at a non-programmable machine automatically A 'or located near several machines of this kind, following the introduction of the support

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  portable K in the DS reader provided for this purpose (bidirectional data transfer means),

  may be used as follows.

  It can be used to know the training program and to enter the data relating to the work done, in the same way as for

the example of Figure 1.

  It can display on the V screen of the regimes (DT) or administrative data (AMM)

and / or bibliographic (BIB).

  It can enable the user to enter, using the keyboard T, the buttons 251 or the touch screen of the video V, data relating to possible collateral activities (OA), or data relating to exercises carried out on

  machines of another type or brand.

  In cases where the data input from the user is provided, the portable support K, once associated again with the central unit M, can be used to modify the programming of the

  following exercises to do and / or diet.

  In the case of interaction with machines of another type and / or of another brand, these machines may be of the cardiovascular or isokinetic type; in other words, the system that is the subject of the present invention makes it possible to enter data of a varied type into the program

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  even without using the portable media to transfer data. In practice, in the case of machines or isokinetic machines (ie not equipped with a computerized management), data relating to the number of repetitions, the corresponding weight, the number of series, etc., will be entered using the buttons or the keyboard (at the CPU, or at the peripheral stations, or at both). In the case of so-called cardiovascular machines, the data to be entered may concern other parameters, such as, for example, the average exercise frequency, the distance, the "step", the calories, etc. This data, which can be provided by displays provided for this purpose on the above-mentioned cardiovascular machines, will be manually entered manually by the user (or by a trainer) for archiving or any other

  way used by the training program.

  The invention thus conceived is susceptible of numerous modifications and variations, all falling within the scope of the invention. In addition, all details can be replaced by

  technically equivalent elements.

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  A system for programming workouts on gymnastic apparatus and machines, usable for work-based training or re-education, using a plurality of apparatus and / or gymnastics machines, a set of exercises constituting a personalized program, or routine protocol, relating to a subject, characterized in that it comprises: a central unit (M) provided with first processing means (MM) of the aforementioned personalized program and of bidirectional data transfer (DM), that is to say means allowing at least the writing and reading of data relating to this personalized program as well as the modification of the program itself; a portable medium (K) constituting a data storage means without contacts, provided with a portable memory capable of storing said data; a plurality of stations (S), independent of each other, that is to say not interconnected by a data network, placed at said plurality of apparatuses and / or gymnastics machines (A, A '), provided with second processing means (MS) and two-way transfer 2746022   of data (DS) to and from said portable medium (K), so as to receive, as input, the data contained in said portable memory and relating to the exercise to be done, to define a programming of the apparatus and / or of the machine, and so as to transfer, as an output to the portable memory itself and once the exercise is completed, information relating to the actual execution of the aforementioned exercises in order to establish a control of these same exercises; said first processing means (MM) and bidirectional data transfer (DM) of said central unit being able to modify said program on the basis of the execution information   the actual exercises in question.   2. A system for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one of these gymnastics machines (A) is an electronically programmable machine that can be controlled. by means of the input data received by said second processing means (MS) and bidirectional data transfer (DS), and comprising automatic means for detecting the performed exercise capable of establishing said control by giving, at the output, such information relating to the actual performance of exercises in question. 36 2746022   3. A system for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said portable support (K) without contacts is provided with an erasable reading type memory and   electrically programmable E2PROM.   System for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said portable support (K) without contacts consists of a sealed envelope, at least for liquids, containing a programmable memory by magnetic induction. 5. A system for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said central unit (M) is connected to manual data input means (T), capable of providing first processing means (MM) and bidirectional data transfer (DM) above, data relating to the subject for the establishment of the aforementioned personalized program. 6. System for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is provided, at least at the level of devices (A ') to execution 37 2746022   manual exercises, manual data input means (T '), capable of providing the aforementioned second processing means (MS) and bidirectional data transfer (DS) said information relating to the exercise performed. 7. A system for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with archiving means (DT) connected to the first processing means. (MM) above, and   allow the establishment of a plan.   8. A system for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with archiving means (AMM), connected to the first processing means. (MM) above, and   relating to administrative type data.   9. System for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with archiving means (BIB) connected to the first processing means. (MM4) mentioned above, and   relating to bibliographic type data. 38 2746022   10. A system for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with related archiving and / or comparison means (OA). the aforementioned first processing means (MM), and which may allow the use of data relating to complementary activities in the establishment of the program aforementioned custom.   11. A system for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with related archiving and / or comparison (OM) means the aforementioned first processing means (MM), and which may allow, in the establishment of the aforementioned personalized program, the use of data relating to exercises performed on apparatus and / or   machines that use different parameters.   12. System for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with means of archiving (DT), connected to the second means of aforementioned treatment (MS), 39 2746022   and to obtain information relating to to a diet.   13. A system for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with storage means (AMM), connected to the second means of recording. aforementioned treatment (MS),   and relating to administrative type data.   14. System for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with archiving means (BIB) connected to the second means of aforementioned treatment (MS),   and relating to bibliographic type data.   15. System for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with means of archiving and / or comparison (OA), connected to the aforementioned second processing means (MS), and allowing the input of data relating to complementary activities in the establishment of the aforementioned personalized program. 16. System for programming workouts on gymnastic apparatus and machines 2746022   according to claim 1, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with means of archiving and / or comparison (OM), connected to the second processing means (MS) mentioned above, and allowing the data entry relating to exercises carried out on apparatus and / or machines which use different settings.   17. A method for programming and performing workouts on gymnastic apparatus and machines, which may be applied for work-based training or re-education, using a plurality of apparatus and / or gymnastics machines, a set of exercises constituting a personalized program, or routine protocol, relating to a subject, characterized in that it provides for: a) the realization of the aforementioned personalized program on a central unit (M) provided with first data processing means (MM) for defining a series of routine protocols each relating to a plurality of device protocols correlated to the exercise to be performed on said apparatuses and / or said gymnastics machines; b) the transfer of one of these routine protocols relating to the aforementioned personalized program to a portable medium (K) constituting a means of archiving data without 41 2746022   contacts, provided with a portable memory capable of storing the data themselves, via bidirectional transfer means (DM) provided in said central unit (M); c) the transfer, from said portable medium (K), of one of the aforementioned device protocols to a station of a plurality of stations (S), independent of each other, that is to say not connected by a data network placed at one of these apparatus and / or gymnastics machines (A, A '), each of the aforementioned stations being provided with second processing means (MS) and two-way data transfer (DS ); said transfer being effected from said portable support (K) to said second processing means (MS), so as to receive, as input, the data contained in said portable memory and relative to the device protocol correlated to the exercise to be performed on said machine, to define a programming of the apparatus and / or the corresponding machine; d) the execution of the exercise programmed by the user; e) transferring, to the said portable memory (K), once the exercise is finished and at the output of the second processing means (MS) mentioned above, data relating to the actual execution of this 42 2746022   device protocol correlated to the exercise, to establish a control of the same exercise; f) repeating steps c), d) and e) above for each of the other apparatus and / or gymnastic machines, i.e. for each of the other correlated apparatus protocols; g) transferring from said portable medium (K) data relating to the actual execution of all the aforementioned correlated device protocols, i.e. the routine protocol as a whole as actually performed, to said central unit (M) via the aforementioned bidirectional transfer means (DM); h) processing of the aforementioned data relating to the effective execution of all the aforementioned correlated device protocols by said central unit (M), and the possible modification of the aforementioned personalized program, that is to say of said series of protocols of routine, based on information about the actual execution of the above-mentioned correlated protocols. 18. The method according to claim 17, characterized in that said portable support (K) without contacts is provided with an erasable reading memory and electrically programmable E2PROM. 43 2746022   19. The method of claim 17, characterized in that said portable support (K) without contacts consists of a sealed envelope containing a programmable memory by magnetic induction. 20. The method of claim 17, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with means of archiving (DT), connected to said first processing means (MM), and which can allow the establishment of a diet.   21. The method of claim 17, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with storage means (AMM), connected to the first processing means (MM) above, and relating to administrative type data. 22. The method of claim 17, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with archival means (BIB), connected to the aforementioned first processing means (MM), and relating to bibliographic type data. 23. The method of claim 17, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with means of archiving and / or comparison (OA), connected to the aforementioned first processing means (MM), and which can enable 44 2746022   the use of data related to complementary activities in the establishment of the program aforementioned custom.   24. The method of claim 17, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with archiving and / or comparison means (OM), connected to said first processing means (MM), and which can allow, in the establishment of the aforementioned personalized program, the use of data relating to exercises performed on apparatus and / or machines which use different parameters. 25. Method according to claim 17, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with means of archiving (DT), connected to the aforementioned second processing means (MS), and making it possible to obtain   information about a plan.   26. The method of claim 17, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with storage means (AMM), connected to the second processing means (MS) mentioned above, and relating to data of administrative type.   27. The method of claim 17, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with archiving means 2746022   (BIB), connected to the above-mentioned second processing means (MS), and relating to data of bibliographic type.   28. Method according to claim 17, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with archiving and / or comparison means (OA), connected to said second processing means (MS), and allowing the capture of data related to complementary activities in the establishment of the program aforementioned custom.   29. The method of claim 17, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with archiving means and / or comparison (OM), connected to the second processing means (MS) above, and allowing the entering data relating to exercises carried out on apparatus and / or machines which   use different parameters.   30. A system for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with related archiving and / or comparison (OM) means the aforementioned first processing means (MM), and which may allow, in the establishment of the above-mentioned personalized program, the use of data relating to 46 2746022   exercises performed on devices and / or   machines, of the isokinetic and / or cardio-   vascular, through the manual entry of these same data in said first processing means (MM). 31. System for programming training on gymnastic apparatus and machines according to claim 1, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with means of archiving and / or comparison (OM), connected to the above-mentioned second processing means (MS), and allowing the input of data relating to exercises performed on apparatus and / or machines, of the isokinetic and / or cardiovascular type, not provided with means of   transferring data to said portable medium.   32. The method of claim 17, characterized in that said central unit (M) is also provided with means of archiving and / or comparison (OA), connected to the aforementioned first processing means (MM), and can allow, in the establishment of the aforementioned personalized program, the use of data relating to exercises performed on machines and / or machines, isokinetic and / or cardiovascular, through the manual entry of these same data in said first processing means (MM).   33. Method according to claim 17, characterized in that said plurality of stations (S) is also provided with archiving and / or comparison means (OM), connected to the aforementioned second processing means (MS), and allowing the entering data relating to exercises performed on machines and / or machines, of the isokinetic and / or cardiovascular type, not equipped with data transfer means to said device portable support.