A Holistik Take on Fitness Programs created by AI
We live in a culture driven by advancements in technology. From iPhones to Teslas, programmable coffee makers and smart watches, the demand for devices with the ability to retain and produce individualized information has risen to astronomical levels. For the first time, fitness enthusiasts now have a choice between hiring a professional, and downloading an app with an AI-driven algorithm.
While these tools are undeniably convenient and innovative, we believe they cannot replace the value of working 1-on-1 with a coach, and here’s why:
While AI may analyze data and suggest programs, it lacks the ability to fully understand an individual’s health history and their current lifestyle.
A coach can quickly adapt their approach based not only on an athlete’s physical needs, but their mental and emotional state of being. An insightful coach will express empathy where AI can only use data points.
AI-based training programs can absolutely be created by gathering reliable data from across the web, but it’s greatest drawback, we believe, is its inability to account for potential safety hazards to the individual.
Working 1-on-1 with a coach ensures that the athlete will be provided with regular feedback regarding proper form based on a biomechanical understanding of the human body so as to avoid overloading the body unnecessarily.
When it comes to building relationships, AI is woefully ill-equipped for the task.
A coach’s top priority is the health and wellbeing of their athlete. The nuances of being part of an individual’s support system reach farther than simply writing sets and reps.
An AI-based training plan often misses the need for biofeedback analysis and guidance.
Biofeedback markers are the foundation of health. Before writing a program, we must first lay the groundwork for consistent sleep habits, stress management tactics, a nutritional foundation, regular hydration, and more. A qualified fitness professional should provide feedback regarding each category, and allow the athlete time to make adjustments.
While AI technology can enhance an individual’s fitness experience, it can never replace a professional relationship built on trust and compassion between a coach and their athlete.
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