Abstract: A web-based system configured to interact with users of mechanical exercise equipment is provided. The system includes a sensor configured to transform repetitive actions from a mechanical apparatus, such as an exercise machine, into electrical signals or switch closures. A count recorder communicates with the sensor to obtain the data. A computing device receives the data from the count recorder and converts and processes the data into measurable data content. A remote application server is accessible by a plurality of computing devices and is operable to communicate with the computing devices through a web-based application. The web-based application can receive and display the data set through the local computing device. The data set is viewable by one or more users through the web-based application. The web-based application allows for users of the application to view other user's activity in near real-time.