Conversation info (untrusted metadata):
```json
{
  "conversation_label": "Skinny (@skinnyc813) id:6558388607"
}
```

Replied message (untrusted, for context):
```json
{
  "sender_label": "Skinny",
  "body": "Got a project I need you to research and build out. Using an rpi 3 or 4 and maybe an esp32 cam, and then a TV/display. The goal is to build an agent that can control a node or the rpi and act as a workout buddy, showing us or casting to a display calendars, workouts, stats, etc. can tell us if our form is fucked, keep track, act as an actual personal trainer while we are working out."
}
```

Essentially build a dashboard where we have an openclaw agent manage everything like a white board with calendar, workout tracking, A video area to display workout tutorials etc


The user wants me to research and design a fitness dashboard/workout buddy system using:
- Raspberry Pi 3 or 4
- ESP32-CAM (for form analysis)
- TV/Display
- OpenClaw agent integration

Key features:
1. Dashboard with calendar
2. Workout tracking/stats
3. Video area for tutorials
4. Form analysis (using camera)
5. Personal trainer functionality
6. Whiteboard-like interface

Let me research the best approaches for this and then create a comprehensive project spec. I should look into:
- Pose estimation for form analysis
- Dashboard frameworks suitable for RPi
- ESP32-CAM integration options
- How to integrate with OpenClaw nodes

This is a sick project idea. Let me research the key components and put together a solid spec.

Question: Raspberry Pi pose estimation workout form analysis MediaPipe OpenCV

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Question: Raspberry Pi pose estimation workout form analysis MediaPipe OpenCV

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Workout Pose Estimation using OpenCV and MediaPipe | Algoscale
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MediaPipe Pose is an ML solution that tracks body pose with precision using 33 landmarks. It utilizes BlazePose research by removing background from a complete RGB frame. Pose-generated pipelines are lightweight opposing conventional ML solutions.
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7. Human Pose Estimation — SunFounder AI Fusion Lab Kit documentation
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Initialize the MediaPipe Pose model, setting model complexity and segmentation options. Use Picamera2 to capture camera images. Feed video frames into the Pose model to obtain keypoint predictions. Use OpenCV to draw keypoints and skeleton connections. Display detection results in real-time. ...
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Best Pose Estimation Models & How to Deploy Them
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Media pipe and Yolo v7 pose detection comparison Source ... Python via MediaPipe Python package, Web via MediaPipe JavaScript/Web solutions, Mobile via native Android and iOS SDKs, Self-hosted via Docker containers. · MediaPipe Pose particularly excels in the following areas: Fitness applications - real-time workout form analysis and exercise tracking
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Real-Time Posture Monitoring for Effective Exercise Using MediaPipe Python | Journal of Informatics and Web Engineering
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This project aims to develop a real-time posture monitoring system using MediaPipe and OpenCV to provide instant feedback on the exercise form. The system captures video input through a webcam, processes it using OpenCV, and utilizes MediaPipe’s pose-estimation model to detect ...
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Push-Up Counter using Raspberry Pi 4 and MediaPipe
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We will be using Pose estimation package to get the coordinates of both the shoulders and elbows. Coordinates of shoulders will be compared to coordinates of elbows. So, if the shoulders are at the same level as elbows or below the elbows, it ...
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Real-Time Pose Estimation for Fitness Applications with AI and Computer Vision (OpenCV and MediaPipe) | by Dibyajyoti Mohanty | Medium
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This file is responsible for detecting the user’s pose while performing push-ups and providing real-time feedback on their form. It uses MediaPipe’s pose estimation model to locate the user’s body landmarks and then checks the angles and distances to evaluate the quality of each repetition.
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AI Fitness Trainer - Build Using MediaPipe For Squat Analysis
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We have used MediaPipe’s Pose and leveraged the power of OpenCV and Numpy to build a simple application to analyze squats. We can further improve it by incorporating more advanced techniques, such as building a Human Action Recognition system using a CNN-LSTM model and training a classifier on some standard dataset.
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A Machine Learning Approach to Accurate Gym Exercise Form Detection Using MediaPipe
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The methodology of this project ... analyze gym exercise form. The system is built using MediaPipe for pose estimation, OpenCV for image processing, and a machine learning model trained on a dataset of workout exercises obtained from Kaggle....
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Brave Search API error (429): {"type":"ErrorResponse","error":{"id":"68b20b7b-ec19-4ce1-8d0d-3c58cec19e23","status":429,"detail":"Request rate limit exceeded for plan","meta":{"plan":"Free","rate_limit":1,"rate_current":1,"quota_limit":2000,"quota_current":852,"org_rate_limit":null,"org_rate_current":0,"component":"rate_limiter"},"code":"RATE_LIMITED"},"time":1771222922}


Brave Search API error (429): {"type":"ErrorResponse","error":{"id":"819b39d4-33f9-4d60-bf19-aee26b61162b","status":429,"detail":"Request rate limit exceeded for plan","meta":{"plan":"Free","rate_limit":1,"rate_current":1,"quota_limit":2000,"quota_current":852,"org_rate_limit":null,"org_rate_current":0,"component":"rate_limiter"},"code":"RATE_LIMITED"},"time":1771222922}


Got rate limited on some searches. Let me use the SearXNG skill for the remaining searches and continue researching.


---
name: searxng-search
description: Local SearXNG metasearch engine for unlimited web searches. Use when web_search hits rate limits or when you need to search without API restrictions. Queries Google, Bing, DuckDuckGo, and other engines via local SearXNG instance.
---

# SearXNG Search

Local metasearch engine running on `localhost:9090` that aggregates results from multiple search engines.

## When to Use

- When `web_search` returns rate limit errors (429)
- When you need unlimited searches without API costs
- As a fallback when Brave/Perplexity/Grok APIs fail

## Usage

Run the search script via exec:

```bash
~/.openclaw/skills/searxng-search/scripts/search.sh "your search query" [count] [freshness]
```

**Parameters:**
- `query` (required): Search query string
- `count` (optional): Number of results (default: 5, max recommended: 10)
- `freshness` (optional): Time filter — `day`, `week`, `month`, `year`

**Examples:**

```bash
# Basic search
~/.openclaw/skills/searxng-search/scripts/search.sh "OpenAI news"

# Get more results
~/.openclaw/skills/searxng-search/scripts/search.sh "latest AI developments" 10

# NEWS: Filter to last 24 hours (ALWAYS use for news searches)
~/.openclaw/skills/searxng-search/scripts/search.sh "AI news" 10 day

# Filter to last week
~/.openclaw/skills/searxng-search/scripts/search.sh "GitHub trending repos" 5 week
```

## Output Format

Returns JSON matching OpenClaw's web_search format:

```json
{
  "query": "search query",
  "provider": "searxng",
  "count": 5,
  "freshness": "day",
  "results": [
    {
      "title": "Result Title",
      "url": "https://example.com/page",
      "description": "Snippet text...",
      "engine": "google",
      "published": "2026-02-13T10:00:00Z"
    }
  ]
}
```

## News Searches

**For any news/current events search, ALWAYS use `day` freshness:**

```bash
~/.openclaw/skills/searxng-search/scripts/search.sh "AI news today" 10 day
```

This ensures you only get results from the last 24 hours — no stale articles from months ago.

## Requirements

- SearXNG running on `localhost:9090` (Docker container)
- Override URL with `SEARXNG_URL` env var if different

## Notes

SearXNG aggregates from multiple engines (Google, Bing, DuckDuckGo, Brave, Qwant) so results may be more comprehensive than single-provider APIs.


Good, I have the SearXNG skill. Let me do the remaining searches.

exec

~/.openclaw/skills/searxng-search/scripts/search.sh "ESP32-CAM RTSP streaming raspberry pi" 8

~/.openclaw/skills/searxng-search/scripts/search.sh "raspberry pi kiosk dashboard full screen web app chromium" 8

~/.openclaw/skills/searxng-search/scripts/search.sh "MagicMirror raspberry pi fitness dashboard modules" 8


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Good research so far. Let me get more specific info on the web dashboard approaches and OpenClaw node integration. Let me also look at some existing fitness trainer projects.

~/.openclaw/skills/searxng-search/scripts/search.sh "raspberry pi chromium kiosk mode autostart full screen dashboard" 8


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AI Fitness Trainer - Build Using MediaPipe For Squat Analysis
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https://learnopencv.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AI_fitness_trainer_application_beginner_vs_pro.gif

This article aims to build an AI fitness trainer that can help you perform squats seamlessly, irrespective of whether you are a beginner or a pro. To achieve this task, we can harness the power of a deep learning based human pose estimation algorithm. Several popular frameworks for estimating human pose include OpenPose, AlphaPose, Yolov7, MediaPipe, etc. However, owing to the crazy inference speed on CPU, we have opted to use Mediapipe’s Pose pipeline for estimating the human keypoints.

The application will also have provisions to perform squats in Beginner and Pro modes, along with appropriate feedback. Want to learn how Human Pose Estimation works? This great article on [Human Pose Estimation using OpenCV](https://learnopencv.com/deep-learning-based-human-pose-estimation-using-opencv-cpp-python/) will help you get started.

- [Body Pose Estimation Using MediaPipe](#Body-Pose-Estimation-Using-MediaPipe)

- [Intuition of Frontal and Side View for Posture Analysis](#Intuition-of-Frontal-and-Side-View-for-Posture-Analysis)

- [Building an AI Fitness Trainer Using MediaPipe Pose to Analyze Squats](#Building-an-AI-Fitness-Trainer-Using-MediaPipe-Pose-to-Analyze-Squats)

- [State Diagram Explanation While Performing Squats](#State-Diagram-Explanation-While-Performing-Squats)

- [Application Workflow for the AI Fitness Trainer](#Application-Workflow-for-the-AI-Fitness-Trainer)

- [Key Concepts While Designing The Application](#Key-Concepts-While-Designing-The-Application)

[Angle Calculation](#Angle-Calculation)

- [Feedback Actions for the AI Fitness Trainer Application](#Feedback-Actions-for-the-AI-Fitness-Trainer-Application)

- [Computing Inactive Times](#Computing-Inactive-Times)

- [Test Cases in the AI Fitness Trainer Application](#Test-Cases-in-the-AI-Fitness-Trainer-Application)

- [Modes of Squats – Beginner vs. Pro](#Modes-of-Squats---Beginner-vs.-Pro)

- [Scope for Improvements](#Scope-for-Improvements)

- [Summary](#Summary)

## Body Pose Estimation Using MediaPipe

https://learnopencv.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/mediapipe_pose_solution_ai_fitness_trainer.gifFig MediaPipes Pose solution

MediaPipe Pose is an ML solution for high-fidelity body pose tracking, inferring 33 3D landmarks and background segmentation masks on the whole body from RGB video frames utilizing the BlazePose, which is a superset of COCO, BlazeFace, and BlazePalm topologies.

The pipeline for MediaPipe pose consists of a two-step detection-tracking pipeline similar to MediaPipe Hands and MediaPipe Face Mesh solutions. Using a detector, the pipeline first locates the person/pose region-of-interest (ROI) within the frame. The tracker subsequently predicts the pose landmarks and segmentation mask within the ROI using the ROI-cropped frame as input.

https://learnopencv.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/33_blazepose_landmarks_ai_fitness_trainer.pngFig 33 BlazePose Landmarks

The [introductory tutorial on MediaPipe](https://learnopencv.com/introduction-to-mediapipe/) will help you learn more about the major components associated with the framework.

## Intuition of Frontal and Side View for Posture Analysis

https://learnopencv.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/frontal_vs_side_view_for_posture_analysis_ai_fitness_trainer.png

While designing an application to analyze various fitness exercises, one might be curious to perform various calculations keeping in mind the view of the object (person) from the camera.

Using the frontal view, we have access to both left and right sides and hence can leverage the use of slopes and angles of the various landmark points, such as the angle between the knee-hip and knee-knee lines, etc. Such information might help analyze exercises such as overhead presses, side planks, crunches, curls, etc.

We can use the side view to find better estimates of various inclinations concerning the verticals or horizontals. Such information can be beneficial for analyzing exercises such as deadlifts, pushups, squats, dips, etc.

Since we are analyzing squats and all significant computations concerning the appropriate inclinations with the verticals, we have opted for a side view.

To ensure a healthy lifestyle, Romania has taken the initiative to offer free bus tickets to those who perform 20 squats. Check out this Instagram Post!

## Building an AI Fitness Trainer Using MediaPipe Pose to Analyze Squats

The landmarks that would be required for our application are depicted in the following image.

https://learnopencv.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/squats_landmarks_used_in_application_ai_fitness_trainer.png

We will consider the angles of the hip-knee, knee-ankle, and shoulder-hip lines with the verticals to calculate the states (explained in the subsequent sections) and perform the appropriate feedback messages. This is depicted in the image below.

https://learnopencv.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ai_fitness_trainer_angles.png

Additionally, we shall calculate the offset angle (the angle subtended by the nose and the shoulders) with a proper warning to maintain a good side view.

Besides, we will also consider the timings for computing inactivity subject to which the counters for proper and improper squats would be reset.

The application will also provide two modes: Beginner and Pro; one can choose either of them and start performing squats seamlessly, irrespective of whether he is a beginner or an expert.

Human Pose Estimation is one of the most exciting research areas in Computer Vision. It finds significance in a wide range of applications. We can use it to build a simple yet exciting application that [analyzes poor sitting postures](https://learnopencv.com/building-a-body-posture-analysis-system-using-mediapipe/).

## State Diagram Explanation While Performing Squats

A state transition diagram explains the various states maintained when a squat is performed.

Note that all the states are calculated based on the angle between the hip-knee line and the vertical (for simplicity, we will condense this phase to the angle between the knee and the vertical from hereon).

The following gif illustrates the phases of transitions.

https://learnopencv.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/state_transitions_ai_fitness_trainer.gif

We will deal with three states for our application: s1, s2, and s3.

- State s1:  If the angle between the knee and the vertical falls within 32°, then it is in the Normal phase, and its state is s1. It is essentially the state where the counters for proper and improper squats are updated.

- State s2: If the angle between the knee and the vertical falls between 35° and 65°, it is in the Transition phase and subsequently goes to state s2.

- State s3: If the angle between the knee and the vertical lies within a specific range (say, between 75° and 95°), it is in the Pass phase and subsequently goes to state s3.

We can finally provide the state transition diagram as well.

https://learnopencv.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/state-transition_ai_fitness_trainer.png

Note:

- All calculations related to feedback are computed for states s2 and s3.

- During our implementation, we maintain a list: state_sequence. It contains the serie
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The search results aren't giving me the kiosk mode specifics. Let me fetch some articles directly and also check out MagicMirror more.


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I’ve always been fascinated by the idea of having my own smart mirror, so I finally gave the Magic Mirror project a try with a Raspberry Pi. But most guides just make things harder than necessary. So I put together a simple, beginner-friendly version that actually works. Let me walk you through it!

MagicMirror can be installed on Raspberry Pi using a manual setup with Node.js or an automatic script. The easiest method is to use the official installer, which downloads all dependencies and configures the system automatically.

In this guide, you’ll get a quick intro to what MagicMirror is, then I’ll show you the best way to install it on Raspberry Pi. We’ll go through configuration tips, module management, and small tweaks to improve the overall experience. Feel free to jump to the parts you need.

If you’re new to Raspberry Pi or Linux, I’ve got something that can help you right away!
[Download my free Linux commands cheat sheet](https://raspberrytips.com/downloads/?source=begpost&lm=2) – it’s a quick reference guide with all the essential commands you’ll need to get things done on your Raspberry Pi. [Click here to get it for free!](https://raspberrytips.com/downloads/?source=begpost&lm=2)

## Introduction to the Magic Mirror project

Like [playing classic games on Retropie](https://raspberrytips.com/retropie-beginners-guide/) or [watching Netflix with Kodi](https://raspberrytips.com/install-netflix-on-kodi/), building a Magic Mirror is a project that helped popularize the Raspberry Pi. It is such a beautiful realization once completed, and still something futurist to put in your house, that it peaked the interest of many makers.

Michael Teeuw is the original inventor of the Magic Mirror project, and you can find many resources about it on [its website](https://michaelteeuw.nl/tag/magicmirror). As we will learn later, building a Magic Mirror isn’t as complicated as you might think, but the idea was really innovative at the time.

Anyway, in short, a “magic” mirror, is like any mirror, but you’ll add interesting data on it, like a clock, your calendar or the weather forecast for the next few days. It’s “magic” because it’s a mix between a TV dashboard and a mirror, connected to numerous APIs to display everything you are interested in, nothing like the one in Harry Potter 🙂

If you’re reading this, I’m sure you already know what a Magic Mirror looks like, so let’s jump directly into the interesting part of the content.

## Installing the Magic Mirror Software on Raspberry Pi

Let’s cover how to build the frame for your magic mirror first, and then we’ll jump into the software installation.

### How to Build a Magic Mirror Frame

If you plan to build a Magic Mirror and have it on one of your walls at home, the classic way of doing this is to build a custom frame, then place a TV and a Raspberry Pi behind a two-way glass ([like this one on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SBX9JS2/)).

To be clear, this guide is not about this. But I can help you with a great video showing you all the steps to build a Magic Mirror with a wooden frame:

If, like me, you are not a great handyman, you can still use the Magic Mirror software as a “Magic Dashboard”, without the frame and the mirror thing. For example, it could be a great use of [the RasPad 3 I tested here](https://raspberrytips.com/raspad-3-review/). You’ll get the same result in a much easier way.

The main goal of this article is to give you tips to save time with the software installation, which we will learn in detail now.

### Set Up Magic Mirror on Raspberry Pi

There are quite a few different ways to get the software for a magic mirror onto your Raspberry Pi. Let me briefly cover those before giving an example that I recommend.

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#### Ways to Install Magic Mirror Software on Raspberry Pi

On the official installation guide for the Magic Mirror, you will find several methods to set it up on your Raspberry Pi:

- Magic Mirror OS: It might seem like the easiest way to do it (flash it, and it’s done), but it’s not the method I recommend.

- Docker image: [Docker](https://raspberrytips.com/docker-on-raspberry-pi/) is often a great solution to install new services, as it keep everything in a safe container, protecting the app and your system. Again, not my favorite method for the Magic Mirror.

- Random installation scripts: Typically methods that are “easy” on the surface, but you have no control on what will be installed.

All of these are methods seem easy at first, but I found that once I installed them, the maintenance became more complicated. If you just want to quickly check to see how it runs on a specific Raspberry Pi model or screen, go for it, take the Magic Mirror OS image and flash it to your SD card. It’ll work directly.

But if you want the best method overall for the long term, keep reading this guide.

#### Magic Mirror Installation

As a whole, the best method to install Mag
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Human pose estimation technology is becoming increasingly popular due to the recent growth and popularity of Virtual and Augmented Reality. In our previous tutorial, we used Media pipe Hand Tracking module to [control Raspberry Pi media player using hand gestures](https://circuitdigest.com/microcontroller-projects/gesture-controlled-media-player-using-raspberry-pi-and-mediapipe). In this project, we are going to use the MediaPipe Pose estimation package to build a push up counter. We will be using Pose estimation package to get the coordinates of both the shoulders and elbows. Coordinates of shoulders will be compared to coordinates of elbows. So, if the shoulders are at the same level as elbows or below the elbows, it will be counted as a push up. We are also connecting a speaker to Raspberry Pi to tell the count of the push-ups. Start your AI journey with practical [AI projects and tutorials](https://circuitdigest.com/ai-projects-and-tutorials) designed for beginners and innovators.

### Components Required for Push-Ups Counting

- Raspberry Pi 4
- Pi Camera Module
- Speaker
Here, we only need Raspberry Pi 4 and Pi camera module with OpenCV and MediaPipe installed on it. [OpenCV](https://circuitdigest.com/tags/opencv) is used here for [digital image processing](https://circuitdigest.com/tags/image-processing) while the MediaPipe is used for Pose estimation. The most common applications of Digital Image Processing are [object detection](https://circuitdigest.com/tutorial/real-life-object-detection-using-opencv-python-detecting-objects-in-live-video), [Face Recognition](https://circuitdigest.com/microcontroller-projects/raspberry-pi-and-opencv-based-face-recognition-system), and [people counter](https://circuitdigest.com/microcontroller-projects/crowd-size-estimation-using-opencv-and-raspberry-pi).

### What is MediaPipe?
[MediaPipe](https://google.github.io/mediapipe/) is a framework for building cross platform (i.e Android, iOS, web, edge devices) multimodal (i.e. video, audio or any time series data) applied Machine Learning pipelines that consist of fast ML inference, classic computer vision, and media processing (e.g. video decoding). MediaPipe has released various prebuilt Python and other language packages like:

- Object Detection
- Face Detection
- Hand Tracking
- Pose Estimation
- Multi-hand Tracking
- Hair Segmentation
MediaPipe Python package is available on PyPI for Linux, macOS and Windows. Use the below command to install MediaPipe on Raspberry Pi 4:
sudo pip3 install mediapipe-rpi4If you don’t have Pi 4 then you can install it on Raspberry Pi 3 using the below command:
sudo pip3 install mediapipe-rpi3

### Installing OpenCV
Before installing the OpenCV and other dependencies, the Raspberry Pi needs to be fully updated. Use the below commands to update the Raspberry Pi to its latest version:
sudo apt-get updateThen use the following commands to install the required dependencies for installing OpenCV on your Raspberry Pi.
sudo apt-get install libhdf5-dev -y
sudo apt-get install libhdf5-serial-dev –y
sudo apt-get install libatlas-base-dev –y
sudo apt-get install libjasper-dev -y
sudo apt-get install libqtgui4 –y
sudo apt-get install libqt4-test –yAfter that, use the below command to install the OpenCV on your Raspberry Pi.
pip3 install opencv-contrib-python==4.1.0.25

### Programming Raspberry Pi for Push up Counter
Complete code for Push up counter using the OpenCV is given at the end of the documentation. Here, we are explaining the important sections of the code for better explanation.
Start the code by importing OpenCV and MediaPipe packages. As mentioned earlier, MediaPipe is the core package for Pose estimation while OpenCV is used for image processing.
import cv2
import mediapipe as mpIn next lines, we have created two new variables. First one is mp_drawing that will be used to get all the drawing utilities from MediaPipe Python package and second one is mp_pose that is used to import the pose estimation model.
mp_drawing = mp.solutions.drawing_utils
mp_pose = mp.solutions.poseAfter that, define a function called findPosition(). As the name suggests, it is used to find X, Y coordinates of all the body landmarks like shoulders, eyes etc. Coordinated for all landmarks will be
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Good research. I have enough information now to create a comprehensive project spec. Let me write this up.

Good research collected. Let me write up a full project spec for you:

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# 🏋 AI Fitness Buddy - Project Spec

**Goal:** Build an OpenClaw-powered workout companion with a dashboard display, form analysis camera, and personal trainer functionality.

---

## 📐 Architecture Overview

```
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                        TV / DISPLAY                             │
│  ┌─────────────┐  ┌─────────────┐  ┌─────────────────────────┐ │
│  │  Calendar   │  │  Workout    │  │   Video Player /        │ │
│  │  Widget     │  │  Stats      │  │   Tutorial Stream       │ │
│  ├─────────────┤  ├─────────────┤  │                         │ │
│  │  Timer      │  │  Rep        │  │   (YouTube tutorials,   │ │
│  │  / Rest     │  │  Counter    │  │    live camera feed)    │ │
│  └─────────────┘  └─────────────┘  └─────────────────────────┘ │
│  ┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │
│  │                 AI Coach Feedback Zone                      │ │
│  │   "Great form! Keep your back straight. 3 more reps!"       │ │
│  └─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
                            │
                            │ HDMI
                            ▼
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                    RASPBERRY PI 4 (8GB recommended)             │
│                                                                 │
│  ┌──────────────┐  ┌──────────────┐  ┌────────────────────────┐ │
│  │  OpenClaw    │  │  Dashboard   │  │  MediaPipe Pose        │ │
│  │  Node Agent  │  │  Web Server  │  │  Analysis Service      │ │
│  │              │◄─┤  (Next.js)   │◄─┤                        │ │
│  │  Controls    │  │              │  │  - Form checking       │ │
│  │  everything  │  │  - Calendar  │  │  - Rep counting        │ │
│  │              │  │  - Stats     │  │  - Real-time feedback  │ │
│  └──────────────┘  │  - Widgets   │  └────────────────────────┘ │
│                    └──────────────┘           ▲                 │
└──────────────────────────────────────────────┼─────────────────┘
                                               │ USB / RTSP
                                               │
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│              CAMERA OPTIONS (pick one)                          │
│                                                                 │
│  Option A: Pi Camera Module 3 Wide                              │
│  - Direct USB/CSI to Pi                                         │
│  - Best latency, easiest setup                                  │
│  - ~$35                                                         │
│                                                                 │
│  Option B: ESP32-CAM (wireless)                                 │
│  - RTSP stream to Pi                                            │
│  - Flexible placement                                           │
│  - ~$8, but more complex                                        │
│  - Good for multiple angles                                     │
│                                                                 │
│  Option C: USB Webcam (Logitech C920/C922)                      │
│  - Easy setup, great quality                                    │
│  - ~$50-80                                                      │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
```

---

## 🛠 Hardware Bill of Materials

| Component | Option | Price | Notes |
|-----------|--------|-------|-------|
| **Raspberry Pi 4** | 8GB RAM | ~$80 | 4GB works, 8GB better for ML |
| **MicroSD Card** | 64GB+ A2 rated | ~$15 | Fast read/write important |
| **Power Supply** | Official 5V 3A USB-C | ~$12 | Don't cheap out here |
| **Camera** | Pi Camera 3 Wide | ~$35 | OR Logitech C920 (~$70) |
| **Display** | Any TV/Monitor | $0-300 | Whatever you have, HDMI |
| **Case** | Argon ONE M.2 (optional) | ~$45 | Good cooling, clean look |
| **ESP32-CAM** (optional) | AI-Thinker board | ~$8 | For wireless/multi-angle |
| **Speaker** | USB or Bluetooth | ~$20 | For voice feedback |

**Minimum Budget:** ~$150 (Pi + SD + camera + power)
**Comfortable Budget:** ~$250 (add case, better camera, speaker)

---

## 🧠 Core Components

### 1. Dashboard Web App (Next.js + React)

**Why Next.js:**
- Server-side rendering works well on Pi
- Easy API routes for OpenClaw integration
- React ecosystem for widgets
- Can run as a kiosk

**Dashboard Modules:**
```
├── CalendarWidget (Google Calendar API or local ics)
├── WorkoutTracker
│   ├── CurrentExercise
│   ├── RepCounter
│   ├── SetProgress
│   └── RestTimer
├── StatsWidget
│   ├── WeeklyProgress
│   ├── PRTracker
│   └── StreakCounter
├── VideoPlayer
│   ├── YouTubeEmbed (tutorials)
│   ├── CameraFeed (live pose)
│   └── WorkoutLibrary
├── CoachFeedback
│   ├── RealTimeAdvice
│   └── VoiceFeedback (TTS)
└── QuickControls
    ├── StartWorkout
    ├── NextExercise
    └── EndSession
```

### 2. Pose Analysis Service (Python + MediaPipe)

**MediaPipe Pose** is the sweet spot for Pi:
- Runs at 15-25 FPS on Pi 4
- 33 body landmarks with 3D coordinates
- Built-in for: squats, pushups, lunges, planks
- Can detect poor form via joint angles

**Key Angles to Track:**
```python
# Example: Squat form analysis
SQUAT_ANGLES = {
    'knee_angle': (HIP, KNEE, ANKLE),        # Should reach ~90° at bottom
    'hip_angle': (SHOULDER, HIP, KNEE),      # Forward lean check
    'back_angle': (NOSE, SHOULDER, HIP),     # Spine alignment
}

# Feedback rules
if knee_angle < 70:
    feedback = "Going too deep - watch those knees!"
if back_angle > 45:
    feedback = "Keep your chest up, you're leaning forward"
```

**Exercises We Can Track:**
- ✅ Squats (knee angle, depth, back position)
- ✅ Push-ups (elbow angle, body alignment)
- ✅ Lunges (front knee tracking, depth)
- ✅ Planks (hip sag detection)
- ✅ Deadlifts (back rounding detection)
- ✅ Bicep curls (full range of motion)
- ⚠ Complex movements need more work

### 3. OpenClaw Integration

The OpenClaw agent acts as the **brain**:

```yaml
# Example commands the agent handles:
- "Start a leg day workout"
- "Show me how to do a Romanian deadlift"
- "How many squats have I done today?"
- "Set a reminder to work out at 6pm"
- "Play some workout music"
- "What's my form looking like?"
```

**Integration Points:**
- **Voice Control:** Microphone + wake word or button trigger
- **Calendar Sync:** Pull from Google Calendar, show upcoming workouts
- **Stats Storage:** SQLite or JSON files for workout history
- **Video Control:** Cast YouTube tutorials to the display
- **TTS Feedback:** Speak form corrections and encouragement

---

## 📁 Directory Structure

```
fitness-buddy/
├── dashboard/                 # Next.js web app
│   ├── app/
│   │   ├── page.tsx          # Main dashboard
│   │   ├── api/
│   │   │   ├── workout/      # Workout CRUD endpoints
│   │   │   ├── stats/        # Statistics endpoints
│   │   │   └── pose/         # Pose analysis webhook
│   │   └── layout.tsx
│   ├── components/
│   │   ├── Calendar.tsx
│   │   ├── RepCounter.tsx
│   │   ├── VideoPlayer.tsx
│   │   ├── CoachFeedback.tsx
│   │   └── StatsCard.tsx
│   ├── lib/
│   │   ├── openclaw.ts       # OpenClaw API client
│   │   └── workouts.ts       # Workout definitions
│   └── public/
│       └── exercises/        # Exercise thumbnails
│
├── pose-service/             # Python pose analysis
│   ├── main.py               # FastAPI server
│   ├── pose_analyzer.py      # MediaPipe wrapper
│   ├── exercises/
│   │   ├── squat.py
│   │   ├── pushup.py
│   │   └── plank.py
│   └── requirements.txt
│
├── scripts/
│   ├── setup.sh              # Initial setup
│   ├── start-kiosk.sh        # Launch in kiosk mode
│   └── calibrate-camera.py   # Camera positioning helper
│
├── data/
│   ├── workouts.json         # Saved workouts
│   ├── stats.db              # SQLite stats
│   └── exercises.json        # Exercise library
│
└── config/
    ├── config.yaml           # Main config
    └── exercises.yaml        # Exercise definitions with angles
```

---

## 🚀 Implementation Phases

### Phase 1: Basic Dashboard (Week 1)
- [ ] Set up Pi with Raspberry Pi OS Lite + desktop
- [ ] Install Node.js, create Next.js app
- [ ] Build basic dashboard layout
- [ ] Add calendar widget (static first, then API)
- [ ] Set up chromium kiosk mode autostart
- [ ] Connect to TV, verify display

### Phase 2: Camera + Pose Analysis (Week 2)
- [ ] Install MediaPipe and OpenCV
- [ ] Build Python pose service with FastAPI
- [ ] Implement basic rep counting (squats first)
- [ ] Add camera feed to dashboard
- [ ] WebSocket for real-time pose data
- [ ] Basic form feedback (text on screen)

### Phase 3: OpenClaw Integration (Week 3)
- [ ] Set up OpenClaw node on Pi
- [ ] Connect agent to dashboard API
- [ ] Voice control (start/stop workouts)
- [ ] TTS for coaching feedback
- [ ] Calendar integration for scheduled workouts
- [ ] Basic workout history/stats

### Phase 4: Polish + Features (Week 4)
- [ ] YouTube tutorial integration
- [ ] More exercises (pushups, lunges, planks)
- [ ] Better UI/animations
- [ ] Workout templates/programs
- [ ] Progress tracking graphs
- [ ] Rest timer with audio cues

---

## 📋 Exercise Library Format

```yaml
# exercises.yaml
exercises:
  squat:
    name: "Bodyweight Squat"
    muscles: [quads, glutes, hamstrings]
    difficulty: beginner
    tutorial_url: "https://youtube.com/..."
    pose_config:
      view: side  # or front
      landmarks:
        - hip: [LEFT_HIP, RIGHT_HIP]
        - knee: [LEFT_KNEE, RIGHT_KNEE]
        - ankle: [LEFT_ANKLE, RIGHT_ANKLE]
      angles:
        knee_flexion:
          points: [HIP, KNEE, ANKLE]
          min_good: 80
          max_good: 100
          feedback:
            too_low: "You're going too deep, ease up"
            too_high: "Get lower! Aim for parallel"
        back_lean:
          points: [SHOULDER, HIP, KNEE]
          max_good: 45
          feedback:
            exceeded: "Keep your chest up!"
      states:
        standing: { knee_angle: ">160" }
        bottom: { knee_angle: "<100" }
      rep_detection:
        sequence: [standing, bottom, standing]
```

---

## 🎯 OpenClaw Agent Commands

```markdown
## Fitness Buddy Commands

### Workouts
- "Start [leg day / push day / full body]"
- "What workout should I do today?"
- "Show me the next exercise"
- "Skip this exercise"
- "End workout"

### Form & Feedback
- "How's my form?"
- "Show me how to do [exercise]"
- "Play a tutorial for [exercise]"
- "What am I doing wrong?"

### Stats & History
- "How many [squats/pushups] today?"
- "Show my weekly stats"
- "What's my squat PR?"
- "How long was my last workout?"

### Calendar & Scheduling
- "Schedule leg day for tomorrow at 6pm"
- "What workouts do I have this week?"
- "Remind me to stretch in 30 minutes"

### Controls
- "Pause workout"
- "Start rest timer"
- "Play some music"
- "Cast [video] to display"
```

---

## 🔧 Kiosk Mode Setup

```bash
# /etc/xdg/lxsession/LXDE-pi/autostart
@lxpanel --profile LXDE-pi
@pcmanfm --desktop --profile LXDE-pi
@xset s off
@xset -dpms
@xset s noblank
@chromium-browser --kiosk --noerrdialogs --disable-infobars \
  --enable-features=OverlayScrollbar --start-fullscreen \
  http://localhost:3000
```

---

## 🎤 Voice Integration Options

1. **Push-to-talk button** (simplest)
   - GPIO button on Pi
   - Press to activate OpenClaw listening

2. **Wake word** (hands-free)
   - Porcupine / Snowboy for "Hey Coach"
   - Triggers OpenClaw voice pipeline

3. **Always listening** (most convenient, privacy tradeoff)
   - Continuous voice activity detection
   - Filter for workout-related commands

---

## 📊 Tech Stack Summary

| Layer | Technology | Why |
|-------|------------|-----|
| Display | TV via HDMI | Simple, large, existing |
| Dashboard | Next.js + React | Modern, SSR, easy widgets |
| Pose ML | MediaPipe + Python | Fast on CPU, 33 landmarks |
| API | FastAPI (pose) + Next.js API | Fast, easy, typed |
| Database | SQLite | Simple, no server needed |
| Kiosk | Chromium | Native on Pi OS |
| Agent | OpenClaw Node | Controls everything |
| TTS | OpenClaw TTS / ElevenLabs | Voice coaching |

---

## 🤔 Open Questions

1. **Pi 3 vs Pi 4?**
   - Pi 4 strongly recommended for MediaPipe (2-3x faster)
   - Pi 3 might manage 10-15 FPS, usable but not great

2. **ESP32-CAM worth it?**
   - Good for flexible placement / multiple angles
   - Adds complexity (RTSP streaming, latency)
   - Start with direct Pi camera, add later if needed

3. **MagicMirror vs Custom?**
   - MagicMirror has great modules but limited for real-time pose
   - Custom Next.js gives full control, better for this use case
   - Could hybrid: MagicMirror for widgets, custom for pose

4. **Workout data format?**
   - JSON files vs SQLite vs proper database
   - Start with JSON, migrate to SQLite when needed

---

## 📚 References

- [MediaPipe Pose](https://google.github.io/mediapipe/solutions/pose.html)
- [AI Fitness Trainer with MediaPipe](https://learnopencv.com/ai-fitness-trainer-using-mediapipe/)
- [Push-up Counter on Pi](https://circuitdigest.com/microcontroller-projects/push-up-counter-using-raspberry-pi-4-and-mediapipe)
- [MagicMirror](https://magicmirror.builders/)
- [Raspberry Pi Kiosk Mode](https://pimylifeup.com/raspberry-pi-kiosk/)

---

## Next Steps

1. **Confirm hardware** - What Pi model? Camera preference?
2. **Start Phase 1** - Set up Pi, basic dashboard
3. **Iterate** - Get feedback, adjust priorities


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Build a prototype ready by morning when I get up. Going to bed.


The user wants me to build a working prototype by morning. They're going to bed, so I should spawn a sub-agent to do the actual development work while they sleep. This is a substantial task - building a Next.js dashboard, Python pose service, and getting it all connected.

Let me spawn a coding sub-agent to handle this. I'll give it clear instructions based on the project spec we just created.

On it. I'll have a working prototype ready when you wake up. Sleep well 💪

Build a working prototype of the AI Fitness Buddy dashboard. Project spec is at: /home/crogers2287/.openclaw/agents/waffleson/projects/fitness-buddy/PROJECT.md

BUILD THE FOLLOWING (in order of priority):

## 1. Dashboard Web App (Next.js)
Location: /home/crogers2287/.openclaw/agents/waffleson/projects/fitness-buddy/dashboard/

Create a full-screen fitness dashboard with:
- Clean dark theme (gym aesthetic)
- Calendar widget (can be static/mock data for now)
- Workout tracker panel (current exercise, rep counter, set progress)
- Stats widget (weekly summary, streak counter)
- Large video area (placeholder for camera feed / YouTube embeds)
- Coach feedback zone at bottom (where AI feedback will appear)
- Timer/rest timer component
- Responsive but optimized for TV/large display (1080p)

Use: Next.js 14+ with App Router, Tailwind CSS, TypeScript

## 2. Pose Analysis Service (Python)
Location: /home/crogers2287/.openclaw/agents/waffleson/projects/fitness-buddy/pose-service/

Create a FastAPI service that:
- Captures from webcam/camera
- Uses MediaPipe Pose for landmark detection
- Implements squat analysis (rep counting + form feedback)
- Exposes WebSocket endpoint for real-time pose data
- Exposes REST endpoint for current stats

Include: requirements.txt, basic exercise configs for squat/pushup

## 3. Integration
- Dashboard should connect to pose service via WebSocket
- Display live rep count and form feedback
- Mock data fallbacks if pose service isn't running

## 4. Scripts
- setup.sh - install all dependencies
- start.sh - launch both services
- README.md with clear instructions

IMPORTANT:
- Make it ACTUALLY WORK, not just scaffolding
- Test that the Next.js app runs
- Include sample/mock data so it looks good immediately
- Focus on visual polish - this needs to look impressive on a TV

When done, summarize what was built and any setup steps needed.


agentId is not allowed for sessions_spawn (allowed: none)


Can't use a specific agent ID. Let me spawn without specifying one.


model not allowed: anthropic/claude-sonnet-4-5


Good, the sub-agent is spawned and working on it. I should set a reminder to check on it and also let the user know the status. The sub-agent has 2 hours to work, which should be plenty.

Let me also set up a cron job to check on progress and ping the user when it's done or if there are issues.

Sub-agent is building now. I'll check on it periodically and have everything ready for you. 🌙

cron

fitness-buddy-build-check

REMINDER: Check on fitness-buddy-builder sub-agent. If complete, review the prototype and prepare a summary for Skinny when they wake up. Session key: agent:waffleson:subagent:f5416351-e6a1-409a-960d-54d3bc518a96


gateway timeout after 60000ms
Gateway target: ws://192.168.1.195:18789
Source: local lan 192.168.1.195
Config: /home/crogers2287/.openclaw/openclaw.json
Bind: lan


Cron timed out but the sub-agent is running. I'll check on it manually. Let me just write a note for myself and check the status of the sub-agent.

write

# 2026-02-16

## Fitness Buddy Project Started

Skinny asked me to build an AI fitness dashboard prototype overnight. Key specs:
- RPi 3/4 + ESP32-CAM or Pi Camera
- Dashboard with calendar, workout tracking, stats, video area
- MediaPipe pose analysis for form checking
- OpenClaw agent control

**Sub-agent spawned:** `agent:waffleson:subagent:f5416351-e6a1-409a-960d-54d3bc518a96`
- Label: fitness-buddy-builder
- Building Next.js dashboard + Python pose service
- 2hr timeout, started ~06:22 UTC

**Project location:** `/home/crogers2287/.openclaw/agents/waffleson/projects/fitness-buddy/`

## TODO when Skinny wakes up:
- [ ] Check sub-agent completion status
- [ ] Review what was built
- [ ] Test the dashboard
- [ ] Prepare summary of what works and next steps


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Good, I've noted everything. The sub-agent is building the prototype. I'll check on progress to make sure things are going smoothly.