# Chocolate-Based Fitness Systems This New Workout Regime Rewards Users with 3D-Printed Chocolate By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-07-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-chocolate References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2015/06/edipulse-3d-printed-chocolate-motivate-workouts-exertion-games-lab.html) & [exertiongameslab.org](http://exertiongameslab.org/projects/edipulse) 'EdiPulse' is a gamified fitness system that motivates individuals by rewarding them with 3D-printed chocolate. The idea behind the program is that humans are more willing to engage in an activity if they are motivated by the possibility of a tangible reward. The EdiPulse system operates through the use of a smart wristband, which tracks and monitors your heart rate as your work out. This data is then sent to a 3D chocolate printer, which will generate the tasty [post-wrokout treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workout-candy). Operating as a gamified fitness system, each participant's chocolate reward is dependent on how long they keep their heart rate up. While the concept of using 3D-printed chocolate as a fitness reward may seem counter-intuitive, the EdiPulse system is designed to discourage overeating. The company notes that the average heart rate that they have calibrated for the system demonstrates that participants do not feel the urge to overeat or even consume the chocolates at all. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gamified Fitness Systems:** Using gamification to motivate individuals to engage in physical activity through the possibility of tangible rewards like 3D-printed chocolate. - **Smart Wearable Technology:** Utilizing smart wristbands to track and monitor users' heart rate during workouts. - **Food and Wellness Technology:** Integrating technology into the food and wellness industry to encourage healthier habits through innovative reward systems. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fitness:** Implementing gamified fitness systems to attract and motivate individuals to stay active and reach their fitness goals. - **3D Printing:** Utilizing 3D printing technology to create personalized and customized rewards, such as 3D-printed chocolate, in various industries. - **Health and Wellness:** Introducing innovative technologies and reward-based systems to promote healthier habits and overall well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chocolate Filament 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocoa-press-3d-printer.md) - [AI-Made Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bar.md) - [Protein-Rich Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocotein.md) - [Desire-Detecting Chocolate Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desire-a-bar.md) - [Edible Chocolate Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-puzzles.md) - [Chocolate Supplement Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-supplement-bar.md) - [3D-Printed Bespoke Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nourished.md) - [Gamified Workout Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workout-quest.md) - [Everyday Functional Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-chocolate-co.md)