|Exercise Management systems typically use a key or PIN to identify each user on a piece of equipment. This helps the user in two ways; firstly, they don’t have to program the machine (or even press QuickStart), and secondly, the exercise performed is recorded on the key and/or in the database. There is an time saving of course, and the system monitors exactly what exercises are performed, along with times, and calories burnt, all without having to walk round the gym with a pen or pencil and exercise card, which when you think about it is a bit antiquated really!
The system benefits all types of user, young or old, fit or fat, new or experienced. It makes it easier to follow a program, and to tell if you are on target, underachieving, or overachieving.
Most systems are popular with cardio equipment, but many also work with resistance equipment as well. Recording free-weight activity is usually a fairly straightforward (manual) task, which adds value to the overall workout data set.