Transforming fitness routines through AI
By Hannah Massey
May 8, 2024
Image credit: Screenshot of Chat GPT to build a fitness routine
In an era where technology profoundly influences our daily activities, artificial intelligence can be a useful element in fitness, reshaping how we plan and execute our exercise routines.
ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, is a versatile language model that has been trained to understand and generate human-like text based on the input it receives. Its ability to understand and generate fitness-related content can be a valuable asset for those looking to enhance their workout regimes.
"Exploiting ChatGPT to provide detailed information, break down movements and offer feedback about nutrition and exercise origins is now possible with large language models," said Dr. Cornelia M. Fermuller, a research scientist at the Institute for Advanced Computer Studies at the University of Maryland.
ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, is a versatile language model that has been trained to understand and generate human-like text based on the input it receives. Its ability to understand and generate fitness-related content can be a valuable asset for those looking to enhance their workout regimes.
"Exploiting ChatGPT to provide detailed information, break down movements and offer feedback about nutrition and exercise origins is now possible with large language models," said Dr. Cornelia M. Fermuller, a research scientist at the Institute for Advanced Computer Studies at the University of Maryland.
Image credit: Screenshot asking Chat GPT to build a workout plan.
The appeal of AI in fitness lies in its convenience, as it is accessible anytime and anywhere.
"An advantage is that it's at your beck and call basically, time of the day and night doesn't matter. Scheduling doesn't matter as much," said Professor Derek Willis, a lecturer in data and computational journalism at the Philip Merrill College of Journalism.
However, Willis also pointed out a potential limitation of AI in fitness: the accuracy of exercise execution. "The downside is whether you are performing the movements correctly," he said. While AI can suggest workouts, it cannot correct physical form, which is critical to prevent injuries and ensure the effectiveness of the exercises.
"An advantage is that it's at your beck and call basically, time of the day and night doesn't matter. Scheduling doesn't matter as much," said Professor Derek Willis, a lecturer in data and computational journalism at the Philip Merrill College of Journalism.
However, Willis also pointed out a potential limitation of AI in fitness: the accuracy of exercise execution. "The downside is whether you are performing the movements correctly," he said. While AI can suggest workouts, it cannot correct physical form, which is critical to prevent injuries and ensure the effectiveness of the exercises.
Image credit: Screenshot asking Chat GPT to build a workout plan.
The adaptability of AI tools allows for the integration of the latest research and trends in the fitness industry, ensuring that the workout recommendations are up-to-date and scientifically sound. This is crucial for those who may not have the time to continuously research new fitness strategies and prefer a reliable, automated solution to stay current with the latest in health and fitness.
As AI technologies like ChatGPT continue to evolve, their potential to revolutionize the fitness industry grows. These tools offer innovative ways to enhance personal health and fitness, making workouts more accessible and tailored to individual needs.
As AI technologies like ChatGPT continue to evolve, their potential to revolutionize the fitness industry grows. These tools offer innovative ways to enhance personal health and fitness, making workouts more accessible and tailored to individual needs.