Humon develops wearable sensors that monitor muscle oxygenation and other physiological metrics to provide athletes with real-time insights during training. This technology enables athletes to optimize exertion levels and enhance recovery times, improving overall performance.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional methods for athletes to gauge exertion levels, such as heart rate monitoring, are often influenced by external factors and do not directly measure muscle performance. This makes it difficult for athletes to optimize training intensity, minimize injury risk, and track progress effectively.
Solution
Humon provides a clinically validated wearable sensor that directly measures muscle oxygen levels in real-time, giving athletes actionable insights into their exertion. The Humon Hex device uses near-infrared spectroscopy to monitor the balance between oxygen supply and demand within the muscle tissue. This data is then transmitted to a paired smartphone, smartwatch, or bike computer, providing a clear visualization of exertion levels and personalized training recommendations. By tracking muscle oxygen saturation, athletes can optimize workout intensities, minimize the risk of overtraining, and monitor muscle recovery, leading to improved performance and reduced injury rates.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes endurance athletes, sports teams, and performance labs seeking to optimize training, minimize injury, and monitor progress with clinically validated muscle oxygen data.
Features
- Wearable sensor that measures muscle oxygen saturation (SmO2) using near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS)
- Real-time data streaming to smartphones, smartwatches, and bike computers via Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity
- Clinically validated accuracy, comparable to lab-grade oxygen monitoring technology
- Post-workout analytics, progress tracking tools, and training recommendations delivered through a mobile app
- Customizable training zones based on individual muscle oxygen levels
- Wireless charging and 20-hour battery life
- Water-resistant design for use in various training conditions