TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present invention relates generally to exercise equipment. In particular, the present disclosure provides an intelligent mat for floor-based exercises, such as yoga or other exercises which require prolonged contact with the floor.

BACKGROUND
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present disclosure. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed disclosure, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[0003] Yoga keeps the person fit and healthy. All age group humans generally perform yoga. On 21st June the whole world celebrate the international yoga day and promise to do yoga every day. To do proper Yoga, a good quality of mat is required to support the body. The mat are intended to protect the user from slipping on a supporting surface and/or floor or from otherwise touching or laying on the floor, which is uncomfortable and unsanitary. Exercise mats, such as yoga mats and other fitness mats, are commonly utilized for various activities, such as yoga, meditation, calisthenics, weight training, and/or other related activities. In many cases, the exercise mats provide a soft cushion for users' body parts (e.g., feet, tailbone, knees, etc.) when performing these activities, which avoids pain that may be incurred from performing these activities on hard floor surfaces. In addition for providing comfort, other benefits of exercise mats include improving users' balance, stability, and grip when performing activities. Exercise mats are often referred to as “sticky mats” because these mats usually are made with a textured surface that can help prevent slipping on a supporting surface.
[0004] Many individuals often desire to use various accessories to compliment their works out or other activities. In one example, users may desire watches having timer to assist in counting time or number of steps while performing exercise. It is not easy to carry the timer at every place, especially while the user is performing exercise outside. Therefore, a mat is required which can display timer on the mat the user while performing exercise on the mat.
[0005] In winter, the user feel cold while performing exercises in winter season, thus, mostly avoid doing exercises. Therefore, a mat is required which may provide warmth effect to the user while performing exercise on the mat.
[0006] While performing exercise, sometimes we need pain in various body part, and it seems a light massage is required for that body part, but we don’t want to go outside for massage or don’t want to skip the exercise session. Thus, there is a need of massaging element in the mat that may be use in rest time, while performing exercise.
[0007] There is, therefore, a need to smart mat for performing exercise that may obviate the above mentioned limitations, and enable the user to perform exercise in an interactive way.

OBJECTS OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0008] Some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfies are as listed herein below.
[0009] A general object of the present disclosure is to provide an exercise mat that obviates the above mentioned problems.
[0010] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an exercise mat provides a timer to assist in performing exercise such as squats, jumping, and etc.
[0011] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an exercise mat which may be used to display various exercise sessions on the exercise mat.
[0012] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an exercise mat to assist in performing massage of various body parts.
[0013] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an exercise mat which provides warm effect in winter season.
[0014] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a compatible and user-friendly exercise mat.

SUMMARY
[0015] Aspects of the present invention relate to exercise equipment. In particular, the present invention provides an intelligent mat for floor-based exercises, such as yoga or other exercises which require prolonged contact with the floor.
[0016] According to an aspect, the present disclosure pertains to an exercise mat, including a body having a top layer, a middle layer, and a lower layer, a weight sensor disposed in the body to detect weight of a user, a pressure sensor may be disposed in the body to detect one or more motion patterns of the user, a display unit may be positioned at a first pre-defined area of the body, and configured to display information, one or more buttons may be positioned at the a lower layer, a middle layer, a top layer pre-defined area of the body to receive instructions from the user, a control unit may be operatively coupled to the weight sensor and the display unit, the control unit may comprising one or more processors, wherein the one or more processors are operatively coupled with a memory, the memory storing instructions executable by the one or more processors to obtain from the weight sensor, weight of the user, and display at the display unit, receive from one or more buttons, instructions from the user, and correspondingly activate an alert unit to generate acoustic signal, and analyse the received at least one of the one or more motion patterns of the user to calculate number of times the user performs the associated motion patterns.
[0017] In an aspect, the one or more motion patterns may be selected from any or a combination of a walking motion, a running motion, a side stepping motion, a jumping motion and a squatting motion.
[0018] In an aspect, the control unit may be configured to display feet count on the display unit, in response to received at least one of the motion patterns performed by the user on the exercise mat for a pre-defined time.
[0019] In an aspect, the one or more buttons may be configured to enable the user to set timer for a required time intervals.
[0020] In an aspect, the alert unit may be activated, when the set timer is terminated.
[0021] In an aspect, one or more acupressure members may be positioned in a second pre-defined area, and each of the acupressure members may be configured to provide massage to at least one of a body part of the user.
[0022] In an aspect, the top layer may be made of a material that provides cushion effect while performing exercise on the exercise mat.
[0023] In an aspect, the lower layer may be made of anti skid material.
[0024] In an aspect, the middle layer may include one or more heating elements, and upon heating the middle layer for a pre-defined time, the top layer may provide warmth effect to the user.
[0025] In an aspect, the one or more heating elements may be one or more gel packs.
[0026] In an aspect, the exercise mat may include a power supply unit to supply electric power to one or more components of the exercise mat.
[0027] Various objects, features, aspects and advantages of the inventive subject matter will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, along with the accompanying drawing figures in which like numerals represent like components.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0028] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure, and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure.
[0029] FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed exercise mat, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0030] FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary block diagram of the proposed exercise mat, to illustrate its overall working, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0031] In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present invention. It will be apparent to one skilled in the art that embodiments of the present invention may be practiced without some of these specific details.
[0032] If the specification states a component or feature “may”, “can”, “could”, or “might” be included or have a characteristic, that particular component or feature is not required to be included or have the characteristic.
[0033] As used herein the description and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[0034] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure depicted in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments are in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present disclosures as defined by the appended claims. Embodiments explained herein relate to exercise equipment. In particular, the present invention provides an intelligent mat for floor-based exercises, such as yoga or other exercises which require prolonged contact with the floor.
[0035] According to an embodiment, the present disclosure pertains to an exercise mat, including a body having a top layer, a middle layer, and a lower layer, a weight sensor disposed in the body to detect weight of a user, a pressure sensor can be disposed in the body to detect one or more motion patterns of the user, a display unit can be positioned at a first pre-defined area of the body, and configured to display information, one or more buttons can be positioned at the a lower layer, a middle layer, a top layer pre-defined area of the body to receive instructions from the user, a control unit can be operatively coupled to the weight sensor and the display unit, the control unit may comprising one or more processors, wherein the one or more processors are operatively coupled with a memory, the memory storing instructions executable by the one or more processors to obtain from the weight sensor, weight of the user, and display at the display unit, receive from one or more buttons, instructions from the user, and correspondingly activate an alert unit to generate acoustic signal, and analyse the received at least one of the one or more motion patterns of the user to calculate number of times the user performs the associated motion patterns.
[0036] In an embodiment, the one or more motion patterns can be selected from any or a combination of a walking motion, a running motion, a side stepping motion, a jumping motion and a squatting motion.
[0037] In an embodiment, the control unit can be configured to display feet count on the display unit, in response to received at least one of the motion patterns performed by the user on the exercise mat for a pre-defined time.
[0038] In an embodiment, the one or more buttons can be configured to enable the user to set timer for a required time intervals.
[0039] In an embodiment, the alert unit can be activated, when the set timer is terminated.
[0040] In an embodiment, one or more acupressure members can be positioned in a second pre-defined area, and each of the acupressure members may be configured to provide massage to at least one of a body part of the user.
[0041] In an embodiment, the top layer can be made of a material that provides cushion effect while performing exercise on the exercise mat.
[0042] In an embodiment, the lower layer can be made of anti skid material.
[0043] In an embodiment, the middle layer can include one or more heating elements, and upon heating the middle layer for a pre-defined time, the top layer can provide warmth effect to the user.
[0044] In an embodiment, the one or more heating elements can be one or more gel packs.
[0045] In an embodiment, the exercise mat can include a power supply unit to supply electric power to one or more components of the exercise mat.
[0046] FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed exercise mat, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0047] In an embodiment, an exercise mat 100 (interchangeably referred as mat 100, herein) is disclosed. The mat 100 can be of a variety of shapes and sizes, including, but not limited to, rectangular, elliptical, and circular. For example, the mat 100 can be rectangular in shape with dimensions of approximately 68 inches in length and 24 inches in width. The mat 100 can be formed from one or more of a variety of materials including, but not limited to, polyvinyl chloride, thermoplastic elastomer, rubber, ethylene vinyl acetate, polymer resin, cotton, microfiber, polyester, wool, or a moisture absorbent fabric. The material of the mat 100 can be flexible enough so that the mat 100 can be folded or rolled easily. Additionally, the mat 100 can be made of waterproof or water resistant. The mat 100 can be of any color and it can have textures, printed designs, or symbols on its surfaces.
[0048] In an embodiment, the mat 100 may include mat that can be used for yoga, meditation, and/or similar activities. The mat 100 additionally, or alternatively, can be used for weight training, calisthenics, stretching, and/or other exercise-related activities. In certain embodiments, the mat 100 can be used for non-exercise related activities (e.g., such as lounging, watching television, sleeping, camping, etc.)
[0049] In an embodiment, the mat 100 can include a body 102 having several layers including a top layer 102-2, a middle layer 102-4, and a lower layer 102-6. Each of the layers are configured are fabricated in such a manner, that they cannot be separated. In upper part of the body 102, two sections are provided, a first pre-defined area 104 and a second predefined area 106. Each of the first pre-defined area 104 and the second predefined area 106 are configured to accommodate various components.
[0050] In an embodiment, the top layer 102-2 can be made of a material that provides cushion effect while performing exercise on the mat 100, the lower layer 102-6 can be made of antiskid material that prevents skidding of the mat 100 while performing exercises such as yoga, running, and the likes on the mat 100.
[0051] In an embodiment, the middle layer 102-4 can include one or more heating elements that can be configured to provide warmth effect especially in winter season. For example, when the user perform yoga in winter, the mat is warm enough, thus the user can perform yoga easily, without feeling cold on the mat 100.
[0052] FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary block diagram of the proposed exercise mat, to illustrate its overall working, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0053] In an embodiment, an exercise mat 100 can include a body 102 having several layers, a first pre-defined area 104 and a second pre-defined area 106 can be provided on the body 102. The body 102 can include a weight sensor 202 and one or more motion sensors 204 (interchangeably referred as motion sensors 204, herein) positioned on the body 102. In the second pre-defined area 106, a display unit 206 (interchangeably referred as screen, herein), an alert unit 212, one or more buttons 208, a control unit 210, a power supply unit 218 can be positioned.
[0054] In an embodiment, the control unit 210 can be operatively coupled to the weight sensor 202, the motion sensors 204, the display unit 206, the alert unit 212, the one or more buttons 208, and the power supply unit 218. The control unit 112 can include one or more processors operatively coupled with a memory, and the memory can store instructions executable by the one or more processors. The control unit 210 can include various hardware processing devices, such as single-core or multi-core processing devices. Additionally, the control unit 210 may include an integrated circuit, an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a digital signal processor (DSP), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), a programmable logic controller (PLC), a complex programmable logic device (CPLD), a discrete gate or transistor logic, discrete hardware components, or the likes.
[0055] In an embodiment, the memory may include one or more types of memory, such volatile memory (e.g., random access memory (RAM)) and non-volatile memory (e.g., read-only memory (ROM)). ROM may include erasable programmable ROM (EPROM), electrically erasable programmable ROM (EEPROM). In various embodiments, the control unit 210 can execute computer executable instructions stored in the memory such as operating system instructions and the likes.
[0056] In an embodiment, the display unit 206 can be selected from a group consisting of light emitting diode (LED), liquid crystal display (LCD), organic light emitting diode (OLED), and LED matrix. The display unit 206 can be configured to display information such as timer, feet count, number of squats, weight, battery level, but not limited to likes. In addition, many features, stored exercise videos can be displayed on the display unit 206. In an exemplary embodiment, the mat 100 can be communicatively coupled with a smart phone, to display one or more videos of exercise, yoga, and the likes. The mat 100 can include a communication module that can be configured to facilitate short-range communication. For example, short-range communication can be supported using at least one of Bluetooth, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Infrared Data Association (IrDA), Ultra-Wideband (UWB), ZigBee, Near Field Communication (NFC), Wireless-Fidelity (Wi-Fi), Wi-Fi Direct, Wireless USB (Wireless Universal Serial Bus), and the like.
[0057] In an embodiment, the user can set timers from the one or more buttons 208 provided in the first pre-defined area 104. The one or more buttons can be pushed buttons such as buttons labelling turn On, turn OFF, seconds, minutes, +, -, and the likes. The user can activate the mat 100 by pressing the ‘turn On’ button, and can deactivate the mat 100 by pressing the ‘turn OFF button’. Similarly ‘+’ button can be used to increase the time, and ‘-’ button can be used to decrease the time.
[0058] In an embodiment, the alert unit 212 can be a speaker configured to provide acoustic signal for example, when the user set the timer for 30 second, to perform a set of exercise, a sound can be used to inform the user that 30 seconds completed. Also, a vibration unit can be activated to vibrate the mat that facilitates in alerting the user that time is completed.
[0059] In an embodiment, the weight sensor 202 can be positioned in the body 102 to detect weight of the user, and correspondingly the weight sensor 202 can transmit the collected weight value to the control unit 210. The control unit 210 can transmit the collected value to the display unit 206 to display weight of the user. For example, a weight area can be provided on the mat 100, when the user stands in the weigh area, the weight sensor 202 can detect weight of the user, and the weight can be displayed on the screen with a message such as “Your weight is 60 kg”.
[0060] In an embodiment, the one or more motion sensors 204 can be disposed in the body to detect one or more motion patterns of the user. The one or more motion patterns can be selected from any or a combination of a walking motion, a running motion, a side stepping motion, a jumping motion and a squatting motion, but not limited to likes. The motion sensors 204 can be operatively coupled with the control unit 210, and the control unit 210 can be configured to display feet count on the display unit 206, in response to the received at least one of the motion pattern performed by the user on the exercise mat for a pre-defined time. For example, when the user is running on the mat 100, the motion sensors 204 can detect step of the user, and can display running information on the display unit 206, such as 3280.84 ft is equal to 1 kilometre approximately, when the feet count is approximately 3280, a message can be displayed on the display unit 206, that 1 km running done. In another exemplary embodiment, when the user performs squatting exercise on the mat 100, the squatting motion can be count and displayed on the display unit 206, also sound can be produced by the alert unit 212 to notify the user.
[0061] In an exemplary embodiment, the user needs to perform squats in three repetitions, and having 10 squats in each set. The user can set the timer for these, the motion sensors 204 can count pressure on the mat while performing squats and upon completion of each of the 10 sets, and the mat 100 can notify the user by producing sound alert by the alert unit 212. Similarly, after taking a break for 10 seconds, other two sets can be performed.
[0062] In another exemplary embodiment, the mat 100 can sense activity of the user. For instance, the mat 100 can sense a user's limbs or body parts, pressure, movement, or the like using various other sensors. The sensed activity can be received by the control unit, and the control unit 210 can generate feedback. The feedback can include information associated with a user's balance, pose, or other information.
[0063] In an embodiment, in the first pre-defined area 104, one or more acupressure members 216 (interchangeably referred as acupressure members 216, herein) can be positioned, and each of the acupressure members 216 can be configured to provide massage to at least one of a body part of the user. The acupressure members 216 can be positioned in the second pre-defined area 106 in a dense pack configuration, and they can also be distributed by a certain space from each other, for example to allow for easy folding of the mat 100. In an exemplary embodiment, the acupressure members 216 can be of any suitable shape such as circular shape, and rectangular shape, but not limited to the likes.
[0064] In an exemplary embodiment, the user can rub his hand or foot or any other body part over the acupressure members 216 to get massage. Also, the mat 100 can include a roller that can be operatively coupled with a control unit 210, the user can activate the roller for a required time, the roller can rotate and facilitates in providing a massage effect to the user.
[0065] In an embodiment, the middle layer 102-4 can include one or more heating elements 214 (also referred as heating elements 214, herein). Upon heating the middle layer for a pre-defined time, the top layer provide warmth effect to the user, and the one or more heating elements can be one or more gel packs. The heating elements 214 can be selected may include gel packs, thermal tiles and other forms of materials having an acceptable thermal mass. The heating elements 214 can also be actively heated by an active heating system incorporated beneath the gel packs. For example, the user can control temperature of the gel packs with the control unit, also, the temperature of the gel packs can be controlled automatically, by receiving environment temperature with a temperature sensor coupled to the mat 100.
[0066] In an exemplary embodiment, the user can use speaker to play music during weight training and calisthenics activities. Additionally, the exercise mat can include Bluetooth that can enable the user to stream music to the speaker on the mat 100 (e.g., using a smart phone), one or more wireless charger devices (e.g., for wirelessly charging users' mobile devices), and one or more input ports (e.g., USB ports) that enable additional accessories (e.g., fans, display screens, computers, etc.) to be connected to, and powered by, the mat 100. All of these and other electronic accessories can be connected to, and powered by, one or more batteries integrated into the mat 100.
[0067] In an embodiment, a power supply unit 218 can be directly or indirectly integrated or incorporated into the mat 100 and/or connected to the mat 100. The power supply unit 218 included in the mat 100 can include any type of alternating current (AC) power source and/or direct current (DC) power source. In certain embodiments, the power supply unit 218 can include one or more batteries (e.g., rechargeable and/or non-rechargeable batteries). The power supply unit 218 can additionally, or alternatively, includes wires and/or plugs that can be connected to outlets. The power supply unit 218 can be utilized to supply power to accessories including the weight sensor 202, the motion sensors 204, the display unit 206, the control unit 210, the acupressure members 216, heating elements 214 incorporated into the mat 100. The power supply unit 218 can be electrically connected to the accessories via one or more wires, cables, and/or circuits (which, in some cases, may be incorporated within the body 102 of the mat itself). The power supply unit 218 also can be utilized to charge electronic devices (e.g., such as mobile phones, digital media devices, MP3 players, and/or any other electronic devices) of the user who is utilizing the exercise mat 100 (e.g., by connecting the electronic devices to a port on the mat 100).
[0068] In an embodiment, the present invention provides a user-friendly exercise mat to assist the user while performing exercises or yoga in the mat 100. The mat 100 may optionally include a handle, shoulder strap or other suitable accessory to facilitate carrying of the mat 100 when folded.
[0069] As used herein, and unless the context dictates otherwise, the term “coupled”; is intended to include both direct coupling (in which two elements that are coupled to each other contact each other) and indirect coupling (in which at least one additional element is located between the two elements). Therefore, the terms “coupled to”; and “coupled with”; are used synonymously. Within the context of this document terms “coupled to”; and “coupled with”; are also used euphemistically to mean “communicatively coupled with” over a network, where two or more devices are able to exchange data with each other over the network, possibly via one or more intermediary.
[0070] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the invention, other and further embodiments of the invention may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the invention is determined by the claims that follow. The invention is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0071] The present invention provides an exercise mat with a timer to assist in performing exercise such as squats, jumping, and etc.
[0072] The present invention provides an exercise mat which may be used to display various exercise sessions on the exercise mat.
[0073] The present invention provides an exercise mat to assist in performing massage of various body parts.
[0074] The present invention provides an exercise mat which provides warm effect in winter season.
[0075] The present invention provides a compatible and user-friendly exercise mat.

Claims:

1. An exercise mat 100, comprising:
a body 102 having a top layer, a middle layer, and a lower layer;
a weight sensor 202 disposed in the body to detect weight of a user;
one or more motion sensors 204 disposed in the body to detect one or more motion patterns of the user;
a display unit 206 positioned at a first pre-defined area 104 of the body, and configured to display information;
one or more buttons 208 positioned at the a lower layer, a middle layer, a top layer pre-defined area of the body to receive instructions from the user;
a control unit 210 operatively coupled to the weight sensor 202 and the display unit 206, the control unit 210 comprising one or more processors, wherein the one or more processors are operatively coupled with a memory, the memory storing instructions executable by the one or more processors to:
obtain, from the weight sensor 202, weight of the user, and display at the display unit 206;
receive, from the one or more buttons 208, instructions from the user, and correspondingly activate an alert unit 212 to generate acoustic signal; and
analyse, the received at least one of the one or more motion patterns of the user to calculate number of times the user performs the associated motion patterns.
2. The exercise mat as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more motion patterns is selected from any or a combination of a walking motion, a running motion, a side stepping motion, a jumping motion and a squatting motion.
3. The exercise mat as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control unit 210 is configured to display feet count on the display unit, in response to the received at least one of the motion pattern performed by the user on the exercise mat for a pre-defined time.
4. The exercise mat as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more buttons 208 are configured to enable the user to set timer for a required time intervals.
5. The exercise mat as claimed in claim 1, wherein the alert unit 212 gets activated, when the set timer is terminated.
6. The exercise mat as claimed in claim 1, wherein one or more acupressure members 216 are positioned in a second pre-defined area, wherein each of the acupressure members is configured to provide massage to at least one of a body part of the user.
7. The exercise mat as claimed in claim 1, wherein the top layer is made of a material that provides cushion effect while performing exercise on the exercise mat.
8. The exercise mat as claimed in claim 1, wherein the lower layer is made of anti skid material.
9. The exercise mat as claimed in claim 1, wherein the middle layer comprising one or more heating elements 214, wherein upon heating the middle layer for a pre-defined time, the top layer provide warmth effect to the user, and wherein the one or more heating elements are one or more gel packs.
10. The exercise mat as claimed in claim 1, wherein the exercise mat 100 comprises a power supply unit 218 configured to supply electric power to one or more components of the exercise mat.