This Automated Exercise Coach Helps Seniors Stay in Shape
Katherine Pendrill — October 15, 2015 — Tech
References: cnet & magazine.good.is
'Robocoach' is an automated exercise coach that helps Singapore's aging residents stay in shape. Singapore has one of the fastest aging populations in the world, meaning the country needs to provide services for an increasing number of senior citizens. This new program demonstrates how robots may prove useful in teaching senior-friendly exercise classes.
Robocoach is a robotic fitness instructor that is specially designed to guide seniors through different kinds of exercise classes. The robotic instructor is equipped with two screens that help seniors follow the different activities. The screen on the robot's head uses a human-like display to convey emotions, while the screen on the robot's torso demonstrates the various movements to class participants. Robocoach is also equipped with sensors that help it determine whether the seniors are following the instructions.
Due to the success of early research, the automated exercise coach will soon make its way to at least 25 of Singapore's senior centers.
Robocoach is a robotic fitness instructor that is specially designed to guide seniors through different kinds of exercise classes. The robotic instructor is equipped with two screens that help seniors follow the different activities. The screen on the robot's head uses a human-like display to convey emotions, while the screen on the robot's torso demonstrates the various movements to class participants. Robocoach is also equipped with sensors that help it determine whether the seniors are following the instructions.
Due to the success of early research, the automated exercise coach will soon make its way to at least 25 of Singapore's senior centers.
Trend Themes
1. Robotic Fitness Instructors - As the aging population increases, there is room for innovation in automated exercise coaching for seniors using humanoid robots.
2. Senior Fitness Technology - Technology designed for seniors to stay fit and healthy is an emerging trend with vast potential, including robotic instructors and personal devices.
3. Personalized Senior Exercise - As technology becomes more advanced, it has the potential to provide personalized senior-friendly exercise regimens that cater to specific needs, abilities, and challenges.
Industry Implications
1. Fitness Industry - The fitness industry can harness this trend and create new revenue streams by adapting to senior-specific needs using automated coaching programs guided by robotic instructors.
2. Healthcare Industry - Robotic fitness instructors can potentially revolutionize senior care in healthcare facilities, where they can be used for physiotherapy and tailored rehabilitation programs.
3. Robotics Industry - The development of further advanced robotic tech for the use of automated exercise coaching for seniors has a vast potential for innovation in the robotics industry.
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