What does the app do with the Connected MAXFIT? Is it possible to include workout plan in the app?
The Connected MAXFIT has on board sensors, electronics, and Bluetooth connectivity to a smartphone or tablet. The sensors monitor resistance level. Reps, reps in each set, distance of cord pulled with each rep, velocity of pull and acceleration. All of this data is tracked and charred and displays on your app and can be used to track progress and optimize performance during each workout, as ell as provide calories burned, total work performed, etc. velocity and acceleration is often used to provide analytics for elite athletes. Like those familiar with the $10k USD Kaiser machines.. the data will also be used to reward and to challenge users independently or in a group or community of users.. nothing like healthy competition to keep people motivated �. The MAXFIT App is designed to use this data to provide feedback and improvements to your workout to provide a total coaching experience to help people reach their fitness goal
With the MAXFIT App you will first enter some information about yourself (age, weight, height, gender), then your desired fitness goal (lose weight, gain muscle, improve cardio, etc), then which days and times you can workout… then the MAXFIT App will build your workout program for you.. And as you progress through your workouts, the MAXFIT App will monitor and track your workouts automatically (with the Connected version) and suggest modifications to help you reach your fitness goal.
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When having backed/purchased the connected version, will the premium application be free or will it require a monthly subscription cost?
There is no additional cost for the app, it will be a free download for both the base and connected MAXFIT.
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Can I add a bench and other equipment and apparel after the campaign ends?
Yes, we have partnered with BackerKit which will help us to properly survey all our backers on any pledge updates and add-ons. In addition, backers will be able to select their preferred MAXFIT color, apparel selection and size, as well as other details
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What are the dimensions of the MAXFIT?
Please see Update #16 (in Kickstarter) for a picture of the MAXFIT and its dimensions
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Is MAXFIT effective for building muscle? Is there only weight resistance when pulling the cord out?
MaxFit is extremely effective at building muscle, with many studies validating its unique concentric resistance profile as having equal muscle building and muscle toning effect when compared to other traditional forms of resistance training. Also, because MaxFit users don’t normally experience DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness), which is basically the pain people feel in their muscles two or three days after a workout, MaxFit users can workout more frequently and at a higher work rate for higher performance and quicker results. In fact, Many studies (links below) conclude that, when matched for either maximum load or work, similar increase in muscle size is found between eccentric vs concentric resistance
MAXFIT has resistance in the concentric motion only (on the contraction or pull motion) and it’s partially how we are able to provide such high resistance in such a lightweight package. In use, the feeling is different than traditional weights, but not unlike some of the high end very costly machines like Keiser and Nordctrack that cost thousands of dollars.. but MAXFIT can actually do more than those machines including Plymotrics, Suspension, and Full Body Cardio.
For detail information on concentric training and it’s benefits please see these studies/articles found at these links: https://www.ebtofficial.com/build-muscle/eccentric-vs-concentric/ http://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/44294/1/fphys-08-00447%20(1).pdf https://www.u-cursos.cl/medicina/2017/0/DPPAEF/1/foro/r/_Hypertrophic_effects_of_concentric_versus_eccentric_muscle_actions__A_systematic_review.pdf https://drjohnrusin.com/concentric-only-training/
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What is the cord made out of? You also identified it as the part most likely to wear. Will backers be able to order spare/replacement cords at the time of ordering their MAXFIT?
The cord is made of one of the world’s strongest fibers UHMWPE (Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight-PolyEthylene); the same material being used in the next generation bulletproof vests. This cord is very small, yet ultra super strong!.. it’s only 2mm in diameter but can hold up to 550lbs (on one cord). We also have designed the MAXFIT to allow the user to change the cord by themselves, and we will have replacement cords available for purchase during the add-on period or anytime you need one.
Last updated: August 14, 2019 19:01
I am just wondering how secure the hinge is. Would it get loose easily after a certain amount of use due to the pressure on it?
We used steel friction hinges that are designed for automotive applications and they are guaranteed by the maker for hundreds of thousands of cycles without lowering their performance. In addition, all forces put on the MAXFIT don’t go through the hinges, so the hinges are only for opening and closing function only.
Last updated: August 14, 2019 19:02
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