Getting fit with AI

The 32nd American president, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, has quipped that we do what we can, with what we have, where we are. And the stride toward excellent health should be an ongoing to-do item if we must realize the dividends of informed, healthy choices with each passing day. Most people know that they should be exercising more – often evident in the yearly new year resolutions most of us make, but sometimes it’s hard to find the time or motivation to get started. However, there are now a number of AI-powered apps and devices that can help you get on the path to fitness! In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the best options out there to help you get physically fit with AI.

The pandemic has left the world very differently than we all knew prior to 2020, with work from home gaining more acceptance across different continents of the world. This has also ushered in so many unhealthy lifestyles with fewer physical movements. The current state of fitness is that it is becoming more and more popular to use AI to help people become fit. This is because AI can help people track their progress, set goals, and stay motivated. However, there are many different fitness apps promoted by smart companies that use AI, some of which we will discuss in the latter part of the article, and they are all trendy.

Moreover, the potential of AI in the fitness industry is far-reaching because the fitness industry is always looking for new ways to help people achieve their fitness goals. And with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), there is the potential for even more innovative solutions to be developed. There are already a number of AI-powered fitness apps on the market that can provide personalized workout plans and track your progress. But that’s just the beginning. In the future, AI could create virtual reality environments that make working out more fun and immersive; and even allow friends to work out at different locations while everyone seems to be in the same part of the world – like a workout with me. Or it could be used to develop new workout equipment that is more effective and efficient based on feedback and behavioral patterns of customers across different countries. The possibilities are endless when it comes to the potential of AI in the fitness industry. And as more and more companies begin to explore this technology, we are sure to see even more remarkable innovations in the years to come.

Furthermore, if you are looking to get started with using AI for fitness, then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we will show you how to get started with using AI for fitness and how it can help you reach your fitness goals. First, let us look at what AI is and how it can be used for fitness. AI, for short, artificial intelligence, is a branch of computer science that deals with making machines that can think and learn like humans. So how can AI be used for fitness? There are a few ways. One way is by using it to track your fitness progress. For example, some apps use AI to monitor your daily steps, calories burned, and heart rate. By paying attention to this data, the apps can give you feedback on your little progress and help you stay motivated to reach your big health goals. Another way AI can be used for fitness is by helping you create a custom workout plan. Some apps use AI to create custom workout plans based on your goals, schedule, and preferences. This can take the guesswork out of creating a workout plan and help you stick to your routine. The program provides reminders at the required time to ensure what needs to be done gets done en route to the set goal. Finally, AI can also be leveraged to provide motivation and monitoring for the whole process. There goes the wise saying that what gets rewarded gets done. Gamification infused in AI provides perks to users for following through on their daily plans, and some savvy companies are finding ways to be part of this customer journey.

Also worthy of mention, there are a lot of different fitness apps on the market these days. But which ones are using AI and machine learning to help you reach your fitness goals? Here are four of the best companies and apps:

1. Fitbit – They offer compact, wireless, wearable sensors that track a person’s daily activities in order to promote a healthy lifestyle. Their app has over 50 million downloads and uses AI to create personalized workout plans for you based on your fitness level and goals. The app also uses your heart rate data to give you feedback on how hard you’re working out. Fitbit has raised $66m in funding over four rounds, with their latest funding raised on August 13, 2013, from a Series D round. Its stock opened at NT$20.00 in its June 19, 2015, Initial Public Offer. They have made three investments, with their most recent investment on November 1, 2021, when Juicy Marbles raised $4.5m. Fitbit has also acquired six companies, which include FitStar on 5 March 2015, Pebble on December 1, 2016, and Twine Health on 13 February 2018.

2. Nike Training Club – Nike is a company that designs, develops, and markets footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessory products. They have developed an app, Nike training club, that has over 10m downloads at this time and creates personalized workout plans for users, which takes things a step further by using machine learning to adapt those plans as you get fitter. The app offers wellness guidance, world-class training videos, and expert tips, to mention a few, at the click of a finger. As a smart organization, Nike is innovating for the next generation so as to stay relevant and in the face of their customers while keeping a tab on their health needs and requirements to create new products that serve the emerging market.

3. Peloton – Peloton is an interactive fitness platform reinventing fitness with live and on-demand boutique studio classes. The company has raised $1.9b in funding over nine rounds, with their latest funding raised on 9 February 2021 from a Post-IPO Debt round. Peloton has made six acquisitions, the latest being Aiqudo on 1 February 2021 and Precor being the penultimate, which they got for $420m on 21 December 2020. Imagine what opportunities lie ahead of a company that focuses on health and understands the money numbers. They have gone on to create a popular app that offers live and on-demand classes that are led by professional instructors. The app uses AI to recommend courses to users based on their preferences and fitness level.

4. Mirror – Mirror is a connected fitness system that streams live and on-demand classes to users in-home through a sleek, responsive display. It has raised $74.8m in funding over four rounds, with its latest funding raised on 30 October 2019 from a Series B round. They have developed the Mirror Workout Companion, which is a high-tech gym in your home that uses AI to give you real-time feedback on your form and technique. It also offers a variety of workout programs to keep you motivated.

If you’re looking to get physically fit, you may consider using AI to help you reach your goals. AI can provide personalized feedback and recommendations, allowing you to understand better your fitness level and what you need to do to improve. In addition, AI can be used to track your progress and provide motivation. Seeing your progress over time can help keep you motivated to continue working towards your goals. And if you ever feel like you’re plateauing, AI can help you identify new goals to work towards. Overall, using AI to help with your physical fitness can be a great way to improve your health and overall well-being.

However, The use of AI for fitness is not without its challenges. One of the biggest challenges is that, as with any new technology, there is a learning curve. It takes time to learn how to use AI-based fitness apps and devices effectively. Another challenge is that AI-based fitness devices and apps are often more expensive than their traditional counterparts. This can be a barrier for some people who might otherwise benefit from using them. Finally, there is the issue of data privacy. Many people are reluctant to share their health data with any type of technology, let alone one powered by artificial intelligence. This is a valid concern that needs to be addressed by developers of AI-based fitness products and services.

I will close with Larry Dossey, that the power of love to change bodies is legendary, built into folklore, common sense, and everyday experience. Love moves the flesh, and it pushes matter around. Throughout history, tender loving care has uniformly been recognized as a valuable element in healing. There are many reasons to get physically fit, and with AI technology and body love, it is easier to find a workout that is perfect for you. With so many options available, there is no excuse not to start working out today!

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