AI-Powered Workout Generator is software that helps people create workout plans worldwide for improved training results. This guide will show you how to develop a workout app or web platform, which features to include for maximum effectiveness and advice for developing the software.

According to Statista, in January 2024, the leading mobile apps for fitness and workouts registered almost 14 million downloads worldwide. By the way, January regularly sees a seasonal download spike (starting life anew). And since 2020, monthly downloads have skyrocketed, up 80% year-on-year.

Users’ demands are growing; they are no longer satisfied with template workout programs that can be googled in 2 seconds. During COVID-19, people got used to working from home, so they need to be given the most effective tool. The simplest way out of this situation can be an AI workout generator. It’s basically a personal trainer that help you to create a personalized workout plan to achieve your fitness goals.

What Is a Workout Generator?

AI workout generator or workout builder represents the convergence of artificial intelligence and fitness expertise, offering a tailored solution for individuals seeking personalized workout plan. By leveraging the potential of AI, businesses can open an overload of revenue streams and position themselves as leaders in the burgeoning fitness technology sector.

An AI Workout Generator operates through artificial intelligence algorithms, data processing, and user input. Here’s a simplified breakdown of how it works:

• Data Collection (age, gender, weight, height, fitness goals, exercise preferences, workout history, and any relevant health considerations)
• Data Analysis (process the info and identify patterns, correlations, and trends)
• Personalization (exercise variety, difficulty, intensity levels, durations, and frequencies due to the user’s specific needs)
• Type of Sport: yoga, run, pilates, etc
• Adaptability (continuously adapts and refines the workout plans based on user feedback, progress, completed workouts, and performance metrics)
• Integration (AI Workout Generators may integrate with various platforms and devices, such as fitness apps, wearable fitness trackers, smart home gym equipment, and VR systems)

Integrating a workout generator into your fitness app will give you a product with improved user experience through sports journey and responsiveness.

We have experience in implementing AI technologies into fitness and wellness applications. For example, our client Eleviate has generated workout routines and dozens of meditations.

Core Features to Include

Workout routines are designed to provide users with personalized, effective, and engaging workout experiences. Here are the key features typically found in such systems:

Personalized Workout Plan

AI workout generators design workout programs based on the user’s goals, fitness path, preferences, and health conditions. They recommend specific exercises, workouts, and training methods that match the user’s goals, be it strength training, cardio, flexibility, or a combination of these. Using artificial intelligence algorithms and machine learning techniques, these platforms analyze vast amounts of user data, including genetic profiles, biometrics, and behavioral patterns. This analysis allows them to generate truly personalized workout plans and recommendations. In addition, AI workout generators use predictive analytics and the science of behavior change to anticipate a user’s preferences and obstacles to promote long-term adherence to workout routines.

Guidance and Coaching

Encourage users with incentives, reminders, and rewards to keep them motivated and engaged during workouts. You can also provide educational content, such as tutorials and instructional videos that teach beginners about fitness basics, exercise techniques, and injury prevention. Give users the ability to track their progress toward their fitness goals, celebrate milestones, and offer information on areas for improvement.

Accessibility

It is not only about mobile compatibility but also offline access and voice commands. For example, voice recognition technology provides hands-free interaction and control during workouts, increasing usability.

Community and Social Features

Social Sharing allows users to communicate their workout achievements, progress photos, recommendations on how to build muscle & lose weight, and personal records on social media platforms to demonstrate successes and inspire others. Organize virtual challenges, competitions, and leaderboards to foster friendly user competition and motivation.

Gamification

Organize virtual challenges, quests, and missions to encourage user engagement, foster a sense of accomplishment, and incentivize regular participation.

How to Monetize AI-Powered Workout Generator?

Monetizing AI Workout Generators involves diverse methods to forge income while delivering user value.

1. Subscription. The most common way is monthly, quarterly, or annual subscriptions with discounts for more extended periods and a demo version at the start.
2. In-App Purchases. This is about additional content, features, or premium workout programs.
3. Affiliate Marketing. Partner with fitness brands, equipment, nutrition, or clothing companies to promote their products or services within the app.
4. Corporate Partnerships. Partner with corporate wellness programs, health insurance providers, or employee benefits platforms to offer AI Workout Generators as part of employee wellness initiatives.
5. Advertising. Display targeted ads, sponsored content, or native advertising within the app experience. Offer premium ad-free app versions for users willing to pay a subscription fee to remove ads.

Expanding your fitness app with an AI-powered workout generator could significantly boost user engagement by offering a customized workout experience. An AI workout generator stands out from traditional apps by tailoring workout routines to individual fitness goals, fitness levels, and preferred types of exercise. For example, it can adapt a workout routine based on whether users aim to lose weight, gain muscle, or improve general fitness. This customization and adaptability are particularly appealing in today’s market, where users prioritize a workout plan that grows with them, adjusting to their progress and available equipment.

Beyond personalization, integrating social and community features is crucial for retaining users on your fitness journey platform. These social aspects allow users to share their achievements, set goals, and participate in friendly challenges, fostering a sense of community and motivation. Additionally, fitness app users increasingly expect advanced support, such as voice commands for hands-free guidance or offline access for consistent workout routines on the go. These features make a fitness app more accessible and user-friendly, helping users stay consistent and engaged, ultimately leading to long-term user retention.

For fitness app developers and businesses aiming to gain an edge in this competitive landscape, offering users features like AI-generated workout plans that adapt and evolve with their fitness level is essential. With demand rising for highly personalized fitness experiences, adding elements like VR integration and seamless synchronization with fitness trackers and wearable devices can enhance the user experience and position your app as a cutting-edge solution in the fitness industry.

How to develop an AI Workout Generator?

Although many free AI workout builders are available online, they offer a reasonably narrow variety of exercise complexes. This is better than standard templates but still insufficient for an exceptional product that will appeal to many users.

Therefore, getting a decent solution customized to your wishes is better.

AI Powered Workout Generator Tech Stack

Team Composition for Building AI Workout Generator

The number of people working on a project with personalized workouts can vary depending on the complexity.

1. Project Manager provides alignment with the client’s requirements, budget, and timeline.
2. Business Analyst prioritizes tasks and ensures that the final product meets the client’s business objectives and user needs.
3. Technical Architect invents the general architecture of the AI Workout Generator, including backend infrastructure, data flow, and integration points.
4. Data Scientist is responsible for analysis, feature engineering, and developing ML models for personalized workout recommendations.
5. Backend Developers execute data storage, retrieval, and processing logic, providing scalability and security.
6. Frontend Developers implement user authentication, workout tracking, and interactive features to improve the user experience.
7. UI/UX Designer ensures the UI is intuitive, visually appealing, and accessible across different devices and screen sizes.
8. QA Engineer develops test plans, performs manual and automated testing, and identifies bugs, issues, and usability problems.
9. DevOps Engineer sets up and manages the cloud infrastructure, deployment pipelines, and monitoring tools.
   

RewiSoft Experience in Developing AI Workout Generator

At RewiSoft, we have have successfully implanted AI workout generators into our clients’ well-being mobile apps several times. See details in our recent case studies:

Case №1
The AI-powered wellness and fitness application Eleviate. It focuses on three essential pillars – sports, mindfulness, and nutrition – to create a comprehensive, personalized plan that enhances overall health and productivity. AI generates workout programs here. Users get fitter gently and holistically, acquiring more energy, losing extra weight, and feeling better. Users also have the opportunity to track their progress, watch how many calories they burn, view the history of their workouts, and much more.

The app’s integration with the Apple Watch allows users to monitor exercise performance and use the application’s main features without a phone.

Case #2
The other case is Theraheal, an all-in-one well-being application from the health & fitness category that combines 4 main areas: better sport, better nutrition, better sleep and mindfulness, and better health. Based on carefully processed data, users get a personalized program that addresses their condition and helps them alleviate it. Moreover, users can set their unique targets.

Thanks to the latest technologies, such as AI and ML, we created an application that allows it to personalize the user experience to the maximum and give users the content they really need.

Users get access to inspiring meditations from the world’s best coaches and spiritual guides. Each of them has a specific goal. There are also special programs consisting of various exercises to help users achieve the utmost results.

How Much Does it Cost to Create an AI Workout Routine? 

The price for the AI Workout Generator development at RewiSoft starts from $30,000

The AI workout generator cost depends on the scope of work, the team size, and its expertise:

How Long Does it Take?

We’ve drafted a rough estimate of the work duration, which you can take into consideration to start from:

Altogether, the average time frame is between 4 and 9 months, depending on the stage of the solution (as an idea in your head or a finished project that needs improvement.)