# Paraplegic Fitness Systems The 'OLYMPIA' Upper Body Workout System is for Wheelchair Athletes By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-01-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upper-body-workout References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/01/30/enhanced-muscle-targeting-for-mobile-disabilities/) Athletes who are differently abled could make use of the 'OLYMPIA' upper body workout system in order to maintain their strength and train more effectively for professional sporting endeavors. Designed by Byung Min Park, the 'OLYMPIA' system works by locking the person's wheelchair in place and offering a series of pulleys for training. A bevy of [built-in digital sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodypark-atom) as well as a digital display keep track of the athletes progress in order to let them know how long they've been training for, their heart rate as well as the number of calories they've burned. The 'OLYMPIA' upper body workout system offers a number of [different exercise options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hitgo-crawler) for athletes to enjoy without having to utilize different equipment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Differently Abled Athletics:** Innovative upper body training systems are being developed to support differently-abled athletes. - **Digital Fitness Tracking:** Integrated digital sensors and displays are helping athletes track their exercise progression and health data. - **Accessible Fitness Equipment:** Innovative systems like the 'OLYMPIA' are making fitness accessible for people with mobility challenges. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fitness Equipment Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of fitness equipment have the opportunity to design and produce specialized workout systems for differently abled individuals. - **Health and Wellness:** Advancements in fitness technology present opportunities for the health and wellness industry to develop new products and services for people with disabilities. - **Sporting Goods Retail:** Retailers of sporting goods can target the niche market of differently-abled athletics by offering specialized fitness equipment and gear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-in-One Portable Gym Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympus-grip.md) - [Pocket-Sized Workout Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unitree-pump.md) - [Four-in-One Workout Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dapowsports-d1.md) - [Total Body Workout Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-portable-gym.md) - [Interchangeable Exercise Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-fitness-handle.md) - [Three-in-One Exercise Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-fitness-station.md) - [Plug-and-Play Workout Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-gym.md) - [Air-Powered Resistance Workout Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energyfit-skirow-airpwr.md) - [Adjustable Workout Conditioning Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyweight-home-gym.md)