HERMAN USES


	HERMAN FITNESS • Interval Training using Cardio Kick, Kickboxing, and Boxing techniques to hit targets with hands and legs. Hitting targets rather than air reduces injuries and provides scorekeeping and feedback. o Hand, Arm, Leg, and Knee Strikes are prompted and tracked by technique. o Herman complements existing commercial workout programs. o Create and use interval-training workouts that match skill level of athlete and available time. Variety of workouts keeps training fresh. o Entire workouts, including rest periods, are timed. o Track number of hits of power of hits and immediately compares to past performances of self or specific person or group. o Tracks individual progress by workouts. • Resistance Training using Herman Targets and the HITS Cross Trainer with weights, bands, and cables. • Medicine Ball Explosive Strength Training using the Herman Sports Target to record single and multiple medicine ball throws of different weights, from different distances, and against different target heights. Sensor could also be embedded into a special medicine ball to measure velocity of throw. • Cardio Burn Out Training using Herman Burn Out program that reduces the recoil period to count multiple fast strikes on a target. • Circuit Training using multiple sensors on multiple targets. • Push Off Training using stepping pads with embedded sensors. • Herman Interactive Training Stands (HITS) provide a versatile, portable, sturdy, multiple target holder. o Targets can be adjusted in height o Targets can be changed in type to match activity o Targets can be hit with bare hands and feet. o Entire workout, including rest periods are timed o Can select specific workout depending on available time • Establish National Fitness Standards using HITS targets for power and cardio techniques. HERMAN SELF DEFENSE • Practical Self-defense Hand, Elbow, Knee, and Leg techniques prompted, recorded, and tracked against single and multiple hand-held, mobile, and stationary targets. • Increasing number of techniques and lengths of intervals in progressive workouts provides muscle memory and cardio benefits. • Striking Training and measurement in real life situations using wireless sensors attached to body protectors/shields. HERMAN BOXING, MARTIAL ARTS, & MMA • Heavy Bag Training using Herman to prompt and track specific techniques and overall power punches. The Best Shot program measures the most powerful strikes. • Speed Bag Training using HITS platform with or without an attached Herman Sensor to track the number of punches in a designated time period. • Double-End Target Training using HITS platform with or without an attached Herman Sensor to track the number of punches in a designated time period. • Focus Mitt Training using wireless Herman sensors to track number and power of punches for each hand in timed mitt sparring sessions. • Body Target Training using Herman to track body punches in target sparring sessions. • Cardio Burn Out Training using Herman Burn Out program that reduces the recoil period to count multiple fast strikes on a target. • Wrestling & Grappling Training by inserting a sensor inside a dummy to measure the effectiveness of body slams. • Sparring using Herman wireless sensors to determine who hit first and who hit harder • Personal and Group competitions create individual and team rankings. With Herman targets, competition is standardized for worldwide comparisons and competitions. • Hand and leg speed training by attaching wireless sensor to the athlete. • Herman Interactive Training Stands provide a versatile, portable, sturdy multiple target holder o Body target can be used like an adjustable heavy bag o Head target can be positioned down, out, and up in sync with the body target o Double target holder w/two head targets emulates focus mitt training o Can attach heavy and speed bags and double-end targets • Multiple sensors can be used to track punches to multiple targets. • Best Shot measures the power of the knockout punch or strongest kick. • Speed Shot program measures reaction time, hand or leg speed, and power. • Cardio Tests that track fatigue by comparing progression scores and decreasing rest periods. • Hand, Leg, Forearm, Elbow, and Knee Strikes are prompted and scored and progress tracked. Train each technique in each workout by number of hits or time intervals. • Directional Targeting possible by disengaging sensors and/or axes. • My Herman provides real time graphics & scoring, audio & visual prompts, and tracking of individual and group results recordkeeping & comparisons. • Personal and Class Training options provide maximum flexibility. • Generate power and speed statistics for professional and amateur fighters. • Conduct online, national, and world competitions using HITS targets w/Herman sensors. HERMAN BASEBALL & SOFTBALL • Pitching and Throwing Power and Accuracy Drills with sensor(s) attached to center or desired location of HITS Sports Target or any sports target. Immediately turns any dumb sports target into a smart one for pros, school players, and kids. • Pitch and throw tracking in real game situations with wireless sensors attached to catcher’s and first baseman’s mitts. • Tee Ball Hitting Drills into a target using wired or wireless sensors. • Soft Toss Hitting Drills into a target using a wired or wireless sensors. • Batting Cage Hitting Drills using wireless sensors attached to cage or netting. • Power Hitting Drills striking a HITS Head Target with a bat. • Hitting & Fielding Reaction Drills using Speed Shot. • Salt & Pepper Drills using HITS Sports Target. • Bat Speed Drills attaching wireless sensors to the hitter’s wrist or to the bat. • HITS Stand with Sports Target & Net provides versatile, portable, and sturdy targets that permit practice in limited spaces inside or outdoors. • Can practice alone, with a coach or parent, or with teammates. Herman acts as a permanent training partner and coach, providing instant feedback and corrective tips. • Compete against self and others as individuals or teams either in person or online using HITS Sports Target. • Create Video Game like competition with real activity using HITS Sports Target. Scores can be translated into types of hits and outs. HERMAN FOOTBALL • Power Hitting Drills for runs, blocks, and tackles for single and multiple hits using wireless and wired sensors attached to a variety of football targets. • Reaction Time Drills using the Herman Speed Shot program and wireless sensors attached to a variety of football targets. • Group Drills using multiple sensors to track each member’s performance as well as the group’s. • Passing Drills for power and accuracy using wireless sensors on HITS Sports Target or receiver’s gloves. Speed Shot program incorporates drop back and release time. • Agility & Running Drills using sensors attached to touch pads to measure progress and energy. • Tackling Drills using wireless sensors embedded in a pad or dummy. • Kicking Drills using Herman sensors on back of kicking net. • Speed Drills using wireless sensors on the wrists, arms, or ankles. • Hand Coordination Drills for wide receivers and linemen using HITS head and body targets. • Medicine Ball Training using wireless sensors on the HITS Sports Target or embedded in a step pad to measure explosive power. • Record the Power of Hits in real time in real game situations by using wireless sensors embedded in the shoulder pads. • My Herman provides personal and group training and competitions that generate data that can be exported to player and team profile charts. • Establish national scoring standards for different age groups using HITS targets and wireless sensors. HERMAN BASKETBALL • Reaction Time Drills using the Herman Speed Shot program and wireless sensors attached to a variety of targets. • Agility & Running Drills using sensors attached to touch pads to measure progress and energy • Passing Drills using wireless sensors on the HITS Sports Target to measure the power and accuracy of thrown and bounced passes. • Rebounding Drills using sensors in pads to measure the power of the lift and sensors at the rim to measure the power at the peak of the jump. HERMAN GOLF • Measure Power and Accuracy of Swings with all clubs using HITS Sports Target and Herman sensors. Can convert the power to distance if desired. • Measure the Speed of the Swings using wireless sensors attached to the golfer’s wrist or the club. • Track and Compare Scores by specific club for training and competitions. • Directional Drills using multiple sensors or disengaging specific axis. • Can practice indoors or outside in limited spaces • Can practice alone or compete against others either in person or online. HERMAN SOCCER • Power and Accuracy Kicking Drills and Competitions using wireless sensors on HITS Sports Target or on a soccer net. Sensors can be added or repositioned for more focused targeting. • Speed Kicking Drills using HITS Sports Target to improve cardio and reaction times. • Power Tracking in real time in real game situations by embedding a sensor in the soccer ball. • Track Body Hits in real time in real game situations by using wireless sensors attached to a player’s waist or arm. HERMAN TENNIS • Power and Accuracy Drill for serve and return strokes using wireless sensor attached to HITS Sports Target. • Racquet Speed Drills using wireless sensors on the player’s wrist or on the racquet. • Speed Hitting Drills using HITS Sports Target to improve cardio and reaction times. HERMAN HOCKEY, LACROSSE & WATER POLO • Power and Accuracy Drills for Training and Competitions using HITS Sports Target or attaching a wireless sensor to the back of the net. Sensors can be added or repositioned for more focused targeting. • Stick Speed Drills using wireless sensors on the player’s wrist or on the stick. • Speed Hitting/Throwing Drills using HITS Sports Target to improve cardio and reaction times. POLICE, MILITARY, & SECURITY W/HERMAN • Fitness Training using sensors on hand-held, mobile, or stationary targets, including the HITS head and body targets. • Self Defense Training using wireless sensors on pads and body protectors for all hand and leg techniques. • Baton Training using wireless sensors on hand-held and stationary pads and body protectors. • Speed Training using wireless sensors on arm, wrist, or leg or using Speed Shot program to measure reaction and strike times as well as power. HERMAN @ SPORTS BARS, FAIRS, & EVENTS • Hand and Leg Power Competitions using HITS head and body targets, wireless sensor, and My Herman program. Competitions can be conducted against national standards or all other in person participants. • Hand and Leg Speed & Power Competitions using Speed Shot program with HITS head and body targets, wireless sensor, and My Herman. • Baseball, Softball, Football & Golf Power and Accuracy Competitions using HITS Sports Target, wireless sensor, and My Herman. • Speed Punching Competition using Burn Out program with HITS body target, wireless sensor, and My Herman. • Punt, Pass, & Kick Competition using HITS Sports Target, wireless sensor, and My Herman. HERMAN MIND POWER • Personal, online, and family computer game of intelligence, speed, and strategy using topical video questions on variety of subjects and of varying difficulty, Herman Sensors to measure conviction of answers, and My Herman technology to record scores, rank performances, and track progress. • Test preparation game using Herman Sensors and My Herman technology to track answers and progress. MIND POWER makes learning fun. • Learning tool for people of all ages for self-improvement and to remain mentally sharp. Questions can be customized for desired goals from kids to adults. • Pre-sports game preparation test using Herman Sensors to measure conviction of answers to proper responses to possible plays and situations. MIND POWER permits football players other than quarterbacks and athletes in other sports to measure the certainty of their action and make their mistakes before the actual game. • Game for one-on-one and group competitions using Herman technology at events and in video games.