Abstract

71.6% of all American adults age 20 and above classify as overweight, and about 40% of American adults are obese. This is an epidemic that grows more and more as the time passes. Therefore, we have dedicated ourselves to create an object that will be able to help those who are overweight and are trying to lose weight. This object is called... Soleful. The Soleful is like any other sole on the market that one places in their shoe, but with an electrifying twist. This sole will not only help those who are trying to lose weight, but also those who want to measure how much they work out. Not only that, this sole will allow you to place it in any shoe you have. Whether it be heels, cleats, or regular running shoes. Our sole will use a force sensor to measure how many steps a person is taking daily. This sole will be powered by an arduino nano that is connected to lithium batteries. We are also implementing a bluetooth module so one can have their results on their own personal device. Using these components we will be able to create a sole that will revolutionize the world of all of those who are working out and those who are trying to lose weight.