AI Personal Trainers Reshape Fitness Industry to Make Workouts More Accessible
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Varun Bhanot created the AI personal trainer software Magic AI to make fitness more accessible and affordable. It uses a touchscreen mirror with an AI trainer that creates personalized workouts.
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The use of AI in fitness is growing rapidly, with the market expected to reach $35.6 billion by 2030. Apps like Aaptiv and Whoop use AI to customize workouts.
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Some believe AI trainers can't replicate human motivation and emotional intelligence needed for health and fitness. But models like Desiree Henry aim to provide support during solo workouts.
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Lumin Fitness opened the first gym with AI coaches on screens guiding group workouts, while still having a human trainer present. Sensors track members' motions and equipment to give feedback.
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Experts see potential in AI fitness but caution it may not always get things right. As the tech learns over time, AI training is expected to continuously improve.