Workout Assistant

workout assistant designed for gym goers of all levels. The device magnetizes onto a barbell to track movement, automatically counts reps, and displays a rest timer when activity stops. The workout assistant is an all in one system for smarter, more efficient training.

Field:

Product Design

Product:

Workout assistant

fall 25':

5 weeks

Consistency

About 70% of people quit their gym routine in the first 3 months, often due to lack of "visible" progress.

Rest

Rest intervals of 2+ minutes lead to higher muscle gain.

Progress

Only 45% of gymgoers track progress made.

by tracking your workout data and utilizing proper rest, significant progress can be made.

concept inspiration // focus on "soft tech."

Design formulation

  1. carabiner clip

  2. LCD display

  3. On/off switch

  4. Rest LED

  5. Arduino nano location

  6. Slots for magnets (to attach device to barbell)

prototyping

Form building

Foamcore models were used to explore form and ergonomics in 3d, while testing features like the carabiner clip.

Futher Iteration

Form is refined, beginning to accommodate internal components, including arduino nano, display board, and magnets to secure device to barbells.

Coding

Focused on learning the Arduino IDE and developing code to interpret accelerometer data and display relevant information on the screen.

Finilizing form

The enclosure was finalized to properly house all internal components while maintaining a compact and functional form.

Final Production

Final prototype produced using 3d printing, with all components installed into their designated locations.

final / working prototype

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"greyhound".

furniture design // table

loudinka@mail.uc.edu

Copied

kellenloudin.com

Location:

Cincinnati, OHIO

16:45:37

Available:

SUMMER

2026

Expertise:

industrial design

creative direction

loudinka@mail.uc.edu

Copied

kellenloudin.com

Location:

Cincinnati, OHIO

16:45:37

Available:

SUMMER

12 october

Expertise:

industrial design

creative direction

loudinka@mail.uc.edu

Copied

kellenloudin.com

Location:

Cincinnati, OHIO

16:45:37

Available:

SUMMER

12 october

Expertise:

industrial design

creative direction