Equinox AR
The Equinox AR Gym Experience is an interactive augmented reality (AR) solution that guides users through gym equipment, from treadmills to weight machines. With scannable nodes, it offers real-time feedback, setup instructions, and exercise options, combining visual and audio guidance to enhance workout efficiency, safety, and confidence.
Team:
3 People
My Role:
Product Designer (AR) , Developer
Duration:
2 Months
Design Process
Wireframe
User Flow
UI Design
Development
Overview
Objective
The Equinox AR Gym Experience is an innovative augmented reality solution designed to enhance gym-goers' understanding and use of fitness equipment. This project leverages AR technology to provide interactive, step-by-step guides and exercise options, ensuring users maximize their workouts while prioritizing safety and accessibility.
To create a hands-free, engaging AR platform that improves accessibility and empowers users, new and experienced, to confidently navigate gym equipment and explore tailored workout options. The goal was to address common barriers in the gym environment, such as lack of knowledge and intimidation when using unfamiliar machines.
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Hardware
Available to members on their personal smartphones equipped with AR.
Software
Developed using Developed using AR platform, TikTok’s Effect House.
Equinox app, compatible with iOS and Android devices with AR capabilities.
Platform
Each machine features a scannable area to activate AR nodes, providing interactive setup guidance, exercise examples & real-time feedback.
How AR is Used
Welcome to Equinox’s AR Experience
Scan the image at the top of the treadmill to learn how to set up and use the machine. We’ll guide you through everything step by step with audio and visuals.
When you’re ready for a workout, scan the image at the bottom. You’ll unlock exercises like running intervals, side steps, and calf raises—all with simple instructions and audio guidance.
Start
Incline Control
Intensity: Change the incline percentage for a more intense “up-hill” like workout
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Display Screen
Track: Track your speed, time, distance here.
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Start Button
Start: Press the green ‘Start’ button to begin your workout.
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Heart Rate Monitor
Heart Rate: Hold the sensors to monitor your heart rate during your workout.
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Speed Control
Speed: Adjust speed by choosing one of the MPH buttons. Start slow and gradually increase.
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Emergency Stop
Emergency: Incase of emergency, press the RED stop button or PULL the safety clip.
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Next
Lateral Treadmill Steps
Turn sideways on the treadmill, holding onto the side handrails for support. Set the treadmill speed to a slow pace and step laterally, engaging your outer thighs and glutes. This exercise is great for targeting different muscles and improving balance.
Complete
Calf Raises
Stand on the side of the treadmill with your toes on the edge of the treadmill platform. Slowly lift your heels up, engaging your calf muscles, and then lower back down. This exercise helps build calf strength and definition.
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Standard Running Workout
Start by setting the treadmill speed to a comfortable pace. Keep your posture upright, engage your core, and swing your arms naturally. This is a great cardiovascular exercise to build endurance and burn calories.
Welcome Screen
Machine Tour
Exercise 1
Exercise 2
Exercise 3
Welcomes & introduces gym users to the AR experience
Users will hear the audio and learn about each section.
Provides a tutorial on the standard running workout on the treadmill.
Shows the lateral treadmill steps exercise & the different muscles it targets.
Demonstrates the calf raises that is done on the side of the treadmill.
Key Challenges
Outcomes
Balancing the needs of both users and Ode’s business constraints.
Iterating on design solutions based on continuous user feedback.
The Equinox AR Gym Experience successfully bridges the gap between users and fitness equipment, offering a seamless, engaging way to learn and enhance workouts. The integration of visual and audio guidance ensures accessibility and convenience, reflecting Equinox’s commitment to innovation and member satisfaction.
