

The Proteus System is a 3-axis free-standing strength training machine that provides resistance through a full range of motion. Proteus Motion invented an entirely new type of resistance called 3D Resistance™. The patented 3D Resistance unlocks a new frontier in human performance data and software content, while delivering a totally new workout experience.
The Proteus System is the first-ever technology to accurately measure power in 3 dimensions. It is the MRI for assessing athletic potential. Utilizing revolutionary 3D Resistance, Proteus combines patented hardware and software to deliver objective metrics in power that can accelerate and enhance positive outcomes during training and rehabilitation. Design objectives included an overall intuitive and light-touch user experience (particularly crucial during a pandemic), a non-intimidating appearance, and outer housings that are cost-effective to manufacture, yet durable enough to withstand public use.
3D Resistance adapts to directly counter any movement, so the resistance stays constant through the entire movement. Constant resistance means that both strength and power can be measured in 3D for the first time ever. Creating an equal amount of resistance in all directions creates the sensation of moving through water. This low impact exercise benefits users ranging from post-op rehab to peak performance athletes.
The Utilizing Proteus as a training tool makes movement patterns safer, more effective, and more efficient. The system adapts to the user’s movements – when you stop, it stops – and through its unique resistance system it has a low impact on joints and tissue, making it safe for users in the post-op rehabilitation stage through to peak performance. Training on Proteus also provides twice the neuromuscular stimulation compared to cables and free weights, strengthening throughout the users’ entire movement pattern, and the user can perform two exercises in the time of one with concentric resistance in both directions during every repetition. The design focuses on a “light touch” user experience; zero instruction, zero set-up. The user interface touch screen attaches to the side of the machine, strategically located for easy accessibility, yet outside of the active zone.
The control buttons are located at the end of the linear arm, closest to the user for easy accessibility regardless of the motion being performed. Additionally, these controls (the handle grip, start/stop, and select buttons) are accented with Proteus Blue to clearly present intuitive and branded touchpoints.
The design team strove to create aesthetics that balance strength and muscularity with the feelings of ease and approachability.
The soft forms and sculpted surfaces have crisp detailing to convey internal muscular strength. Adopting a “shrink wrapped” philosophy, the compact, asymmetric shrouds cover only the mechanical components in order to expose as much of the core structure as possible. To reduce the visual mass, the robust outer enclosures are minimal and efficient. The torso and linear arm shrouds include translucent windows to showcase the moving mechanical elements within. Our design philosophy is that good industrial design is manufacturable, usable, and beautiful – all equally achievable without compromising each other. The Proteus System embodies this philosophy by balancing the bold design and dynamic nature of the system with efficient achievement of manufacturing cost targets, while also being welcoming to professional athletes and novice users alike.
Category:Sports and RecreationYear:2023Designers:Greg Janky, Treasure Hinds, Sean Horita, Waymen Yu, Anvil Studios, Inc., Sammamish, Washington, USAManufacturer:Proteus Motion, Inc., Brooklyn, New York, USA