Optimizing training and boosting motivation – AI and crypto add value to fitness

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Over the past few years, AI-powered fitness apps have become an accessible and effective alternative to traditional training methods.

Their effectiveness has been scientifically proven – a study by the American Geriatrics Society shows a 28% increase in physical activity for users who use these apps compared to those who do not.

At the same time, 72% of fitness experts believe AI-based training solutions can be significantly more effective than traditional training methods.

Whether it’s creating personalized and interactive workout plans, giving personalized nutrition advice, delivering VR workouts, or powering high-end home gyms, artificial intelligence is a terrific companion for your unique fitness journey.

Let’s explore the benefits of modern AI-powered fitness apps – Aand how crypto gives them an extra boost.

Fitness meets AI – more personalization and interactivity

Personalization and interactivity are two key benefits that artificial intelligence has brought to fitness.

For one thing, it helps create data-driven, optimized training plans based on users’ unique physical characteristics, health status, fitness levels, and training goals.

Second, app interactivity has also been improved.

By capturing data about heart rate, current workout intensity, and other stats through smart wearables, AI-powered solutions can do more than just track progress, but instead use that data to adapt training in real time.

This gives them an edge over the static applications and programs we are used to and ensures trainees –beginners as well as experienced athletes – get the most out of their programs.

For even more interactivity, AI voice and text assistants provide support and motivation by offering personalized advice, giving verbal cues and sharing quantifiable information, such as the number of calories burned or the number of steps.

They can act as virtual trainers, guide you through your workouts, help you maintain good form – or provide encouragement when you need an extra boost.

Added precision – smart wearables and AI-powered home gyms

This is by no means a complete list of what artificial intelligence has to offer the fitness space.

The list of AI-powered features is growing day by day, thanks to the development of new equipment and smart devices that go hand in hand with the technology.

First, the quality of AI-generated personal programs is set to increase as next-generation wearables come to market.

According to business and technology futurist Bernard Marr, new wearable devices will be able to analyze a wider range of data, including blood sugar levels, UV exposure, respiration rates and temperature. muscle stretching, and to introduce a wider range of devices, such as skin patches, rings, headphones and smart clothes.

Developments in smart home gym equipment have also been trending since lockdown.

In 2023, these devices, ranging from digital weight machines and spin bikes, to smart mirrors and yoga mats, are becoming even more compact, equipped with advanced motion sensors, built-in cameras and touchscreens for control , even better interactivity and immersion.

Maintain motivation with micro-rewards

Often tracking progress isn’t enough and we need an extra boost of motivation.

According to a number of studies, small monetary rewards have been shown to be effective as an incentive to maintain a healthy lifestyle. – for example, exercise more for different age groups.

Therefore, reward-based training programs can solve this problem by providing a tangible reward for accomplishing small but important milestones.

Modern AI-based solutions take this model further, building on transparent and fair reward models based on crypto and NFT.

Those who achieve specific goals in their daily fitness routine are rewarded with coins – or dots –which can then be redeemed for gym memberships, accessories, NFTs and more, which adds more workout motivation and reduces user spending.

AI – conquering the fitness market

The global fitness apps market is growing. According to research by Straits, it was valued at $1.21 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach $5.41 billion by 2030.

AI is far from the first trend it adopts – the question is will this pass or will we see the industry further reshaped by smart solutions?

I think with their ability to create personalized and interactive data-driven workouts, valuable insights, data-driven recommendations, and rewards for completing small steps, the share of fitness apps powered by IA is also set to increase.

There remains the question of data confidentiality to be resolved. Although some users may be reluctant to share personal information, the low quality and quantity of available data may limit the accuracy of personalized recommendations.

Yet, as AI solutions grow in popularity and trust, it will drive users to share more health data.

As more projects adopt the technology and new accessible smart devices come to market, these solutions will become even more flexible and less error-prone, helping us achieve our fitness goals and live a healthier and happier life.

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Ferhat Kacmaz is the CEO of Fitburn, a business angel, investor and serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience building profitable businesses. He invented a revolutionary burn-to-win model to bridge the gap between fitness and Web 3.0.

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