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This article is part of TechRadar’s Get Fit For ‘25 series.
Can a large language model or AI app help improve your physical health and well-being?
The prompt
My colleague and I, ages 33 and 29, are doing a fitness challenge.
The circuit format below alternates between strength and cardio to help improve both muscle development and cardiovascular fitness.
Complete the circuit 3 times with 12 minutes of rest between rounds.
Jump Squats(Legs, glutes, cardio)
Focus on explosiveness when jumping.
Mountain Climbers(Core, cardio)
Quick and controlled, driving your knees towards your chest.
Burpees(Full-body, cardio)
Full-body movement with a jump and push-up.
Round 2:
Diamond Push-Ups(Chest, triceps)
Hands together under your chest in a diamond shape.
Lunges(Legs, glutes)
Alternate legs, making sure your knee does not go past your toes.
High Knees(Cardio, core)
Drive knees up quickly as you run in place.
Jumping Lunges(Legs, glutes, cardio)
Alternate legs as you jump explosively.
Squat Pulses(Legs, glutes)
Hold a squat position and pulse up and down.
Bicycle Crunches(Core)
Alternate bringing opposite elbow to opposite knee in a cycling motion.
Tuck Jumps(Legs, cardio)
Jump explosively, bringing your knees toward your chest.
Enjoy your challenge, and stay consistent!
The main body was split into a 10-minute strength section and 10 minutes of cardio interval training.
Dynamic stretches: Arm circles, leg swings, torso twists, hip circles.
30 seconds of rest or low-intensity exercise: Walking in place or light jogging.
Rest: Allow adequate rest between sets and workouts to allow your muscles to recover and grow.
Hydration: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially before, during, and after your workouts.
Listen to your body: If you experience pain, stop and rest.
Remember: Consistency is key.
Aim to do this workout 3-4 times per week to see results.
Additional Tips:
Find a workout buddy: Having a workout partner can help keep you motivated and accountable.
Use your bodyweight: Bodyweight exercises are a great way to build muscle and improve fitness without any equipment.
Mix it up: Vary your workouts to avoid boredom and plateaus.
Try different exercises, change the order of your routine, or experiment with different intensity levels.
Track your progress: Keep a workout journal to track your progress and set new goals.
The circuits themselves were comprehensive, but personally, I didnt enjoy the blend of cardio and strength-based stuff.
Gemini also got the timings right.
I was also impressed by the tips Gemini offered to help users.
It even offered some more generic tips about staying motivated and tracking progress.
Well, these were a pair of gutbusters.
Were they actually any good?
Well, yes and no.
However, it wasn’t perfect: we experienced some hallucinations here.
