Penn State students are doing well on ideablob.com! Matt Allison’s Personal Trainer concept has been named a finalist for April. Matt is a senior majoring in Economics and minoring in Engineering Entrepreneurship.

More information on the concept is below – please visit ideablob.com and support Matt’s idea!

Personal Trainer on a portable touch screen device that syncs with a fitness based social networking website

Individuals begin fitness programs each year, but set unrealistic goals or improperly structure their fitness programs and eventually lose interest. I’m developing a portable touch-screen device equipped with a heart rate monitor, acting as a personal trainer. The device uploads workouts from our website, where based off an individual’s fitness goals, they can build their own workout or use one of ours. The device displays progress charts, advice for future workouts, and can incorporate daily nutrition information. The website also functions as a social networking website centered around device results for exercise gurus, athletes, and anyone who enjoys living a healthy lifestyle.