ArmAssist
About this project
A versatile gym support accessory that allows individuals with reduced grip strength, limb differences, or hand fatigue to train more safely and effectively, expanding fitness access to a broader community.
The challenge
The product aims to solve problems by making training more accessible and safe. With an accessory that can be adapted to different arms and weights, gym-goers can have a more personalized and comfortable experience, without taking unnecessary risks.
Who it helps
She was born with a congenital malformation in her right upper limb, which limits her ability to perform some tasks in the gym training due to less grip strength in her right upper limb. However, this condition does not significantly affect her daily life
How it works
Renata was born with a congenital malformation in her right upper limb, which reduces her grip strength. While this condition does not significantly affect her daily life, it limits her ability to perform some gym training tasks safely and effectively.
The accessory was created to make gym training more accessible and safe for people with reduced grip strength. By providing an adaptable support tool, users like Renata can train with confidence, reduce risks of injury, and enjoy a more personalized and comfortable workout experience.
The solution is an innovative gym accessory that can be adjusted to fit various arm sizes and weights. It enhances inclusivity in weight training by accommodating diverse user needs and helping athletes achieve their fitness goals more efficiently and effectively.
A supportive training accessory designed to stabilize weights for users with limited grip. It can be adapted to different arm sizes and exercise types, enabling Renata and other athletes to train for longer periods with greater intensity, improving both safety and performance.
Tools needed
sewing machine
Project details
- Stage: Prototype
- Built by the TOM International Community community, Global
- Team: Renata is a 23-year-old high-performance athlete in swimming who belongs to the national Paralympic . She has already participated in 3 European championships, 2 World championships, and 2 Youth Games, achieving great results in some of these competitions. Her highest moment in her sports career was at the 2022 World Championships held in Madeira, where she won the bronze medal in the 100 meters breaststroke event. In addition, in the 2019 World Championships in London, she finished in 4th place and moved up in the world rankings, having broken the national record in the same event. Her first international debut was in 2015 at the European Youth Games in Varazdin, Croatia, where she won several medals for her country. Renata dedicates most of her time to training, both in the pool and in the gym. As there are not many tools available to improve her gym training, she and her personal trainer have improvised a tool for this purpose. However, she would like to have access to a product that allows her to perform a more demanding training with less discomfort. Swimming is her favorite activity and the product under development can benefit her in gym training and, consequently, in her sports performance. Currently, Renata has not yet been called up for the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, but she continues to train hard and work to achieve that goal.
- Category: Sports, Hobbies
- 9 downloads
The build files for ArmAssist are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.
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