Designer Sophie Horton's Mana squash training aid aims to prepare the player against muscle imbalance and shoulder injuries by developing muscle strength in the player's arms. Its mechanism is inspired by 'ghosing' drills which give the player vocal instruction during practice.
Mana clips onto the racket, with weights that can be adjusted according to the desired level of play, and gives vocal instruction during practice.
So instead of having a coach shout at you, you can now have your own racket do that. Al least you can control to volume!
Squash Rackets That Talk
Mana Trains With Audio
Trend Themes
1. Smart Training Rackets - Creating a trend of incorporating technology into sports equipment for more efficient training and injury prevention.
2. Vocalized Coaching Aids - Integrating vocalized AI technology into athletic equipment for personalized coaching and practice.
3. Adjustable-weight Sports Gear - Implementing adjustable weights in athletic equipment for customizable training and progression.
Industry Implications
1. Sporting Goods Manufacturing - Opportunities for innovation in athletic equipment production, by integrating AI technology and adjustable weights.
2. Fitness and Wellness Coaching - Disruptive innovation opportunities for incorporating personalized technology and AI coaching in fitness training.
3. Health and Rehabilitation Services - Opportunities for utilizing advanced technology such as adjustable weights and AI coaching to improve injury prevention and rehabilitation.