Impact
AWLS makes fitness more efficient, inclusive, and safe. Traditional weightlifting requires users to manually lift and balance heavy plates, which causes injuries and limits accessibility for older adults, adaptive athletes, and people in rehab. AWLS automates that process, reducing setup time by up to 80%.
Its impact extends beyond convenience—by allowing safe, independent training for people recovering from injury or with limited mobility, AWLS bridges fitness and rehabilitation.
For gyms, AWLS improves member satisfaction, reduces liability, and adds a premium differentiator to attract new customers. Long-term, it can be scaled across commercial gyms, universities, training facilities, and rehab centers, with retrofit kits available for existing equipment.
What I'll do with $5,000
The $5,000 will fund a working prototype of the AWLS dual-pod system to demonstrate automated loading and unloading of Olympic plates. Funds will cover CAD design refinement, component sourcing, and basic fabrication through a qualified local engineering and fabrication partner. Completing the prototype will allow me to conduct live demonstrations, record performance data, and present the system to potential investors and gym owners for pilot testing. This milestone is essential for validating the concept, securing follow-on funding, and preparing for manufacturing quotes.
Quick Bio
Chris Bagley is an inventor and entrepreneur from Grand Rapids, Michigan, developing technology that merges fitness and rehabilitation. With a background in real estate, technology, and product innova