Virtual Instructor (VI)


When we began development of the HBX sauna and the Isometric Workouts it became clear that we needed software to serve up the virtual instructor videos on demand based on the desired schedule of the HBX sauna owner.  The software needed to provide video delivery in a completely flexible manner so that the gym, club or spa could set the automated workout video schedule based on the hours of the business and the fitness market to be served.

After searching extensively for a software solution, we concluded that there was nothing off the shelf that could do what needed to be done.  So, out of necessity, we developed our own software that we simply call the VI Software.  VI Software is patent pending.

At the Hot Box Detox headquarters just outside of New Orleans in Marrero, LA, we built a studio for HBX video filming.  New videos are produced and edited on a quarterly basis. They are then uploaded to the VI Software servers, making them available to all HBX locations using the VI software.

For only $19/mo. per unit, HBX owners can use the VI Software to create an automated weekly virtual instructor program with the suite of HBX videos.  The possibilities for the weekly schedule of these VI sessions are limitless.

Imagine a hot exercise group fitness program led by an automated virtual instructor schedule.  There is no need for painstaking scheduling and labor management. You could have 2, 3 or 5 or more Hot Box Detox saunas lined up side by side and each of them could have a custom schedule delivered automatically based on your personalized configuration.  Maybe you own a 24 hour gym and you are looking for a way to provide group fitness or hot yoga in a limited amount of space.  Perhaps you have a large multi-sport facility and you have space that is not generating income.  Or, you own a cross-fit facility and you need a way to provide a great workout recovery program.  Maybe you are a spa owner and you want to provide hot yoga.  Be first to market with small group hot exercise and Hot Box Detox!  

HBX Workouts

There are four different types of workouts currently within the suite of HBX videos.  These include the original Hot ISO (14 posture total body workout) and Hot Zen (meditation).  We have recently added Hot Buns (30-min. glute workout) and Hot Roll (30-min. foam roller total body deep tissue massage). All HBX workouts are approximately 30-minutes and are practiced within the HBX infrared sauna at a Fahrenheit temperature of 120-125 degrees.  All four of these videos promote detoxification through infrared heat penetration.  Hot ISO and Hot Buns promotes detox even further through the constriction of muscles and increased blood flow from isometrics. 

Hot ISO:  This is the original 14 posture Isometric/Infrared fusion workout from Hot Box Detox.  This workout consists of three phases, the Launch Phase, the Flight Phase and the Landing Phase. Hot ISO is an incredible addition to polish off a good weight training routine or any training program.  It can be used by athletes for workout recovery and to promote balance, flexibility and metabolism.  The average fitness enthusiast will find Hot ISO amazing for toning up and burning calories.  The cool thing about Hot ISO for any level of training is the cardio workout that you will experience without even knowing it.  In no time your heart rate is up to 85% of max. Because of the flow of the zero impact postures, there is no boredom. As a result, there’s hardly ever a thought of the cardio aspect of the workout!
 
Hot Zen:  This video provides very relaxing scenes from nature such as waves at sunset on a beautiful beach.  There is a very alluring and calming music bed with the nature scenes.  Customers are encouraged to experience this session as they see fit for relaxation and meditation.  

Hot Buns:  This is a new Hot Box Detox video.  This isometric workout is focused on the glutes!  Of course, there will also be a lot of core work and detox sweating involved as customers move through the postures.  This workout is very intense.  It will get your butt in shape for sure.
 
Hot Roll:  This is a new Hot Box Detox video.  Hot Roll was created to give customers the experience of a full body 30 minute deep tissue massage using a foam roller led by the virtual instructor.  This is the first video of it’s kind for self-myofascial release.  It is structured to allow for a total body massage and lets you find and release your trigger points getting rid of knots and muscle tension.  This session is one of the best ways to accelerate workout recovery.  When you add 120-125 degrees of infrared heat to the session the recovery process is enhanced even more.