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Ultrahuman boosts fitness rings with les mills workout integration

Ready to ditch the couch and log some serious steps? Smart rings are increasingly becoming the go-to gadget for fitness fanatics, and Ultrahuman is now giving its wearable a significant upgrade.

New les mills partnership drives personalized training

The company is teaming up with global fitness powerhouse Les Mills, bringing trainer-led workouts directly to the Ultrahuman smart ring’s companion app. It’s a move designed to leverage biometric data—sleep, recovery, and even menstrual cycle phase—to craft truly customized routines.

Forget generic step-counting. Ultrahuman’s PowerPlug system, a subscription-based platform for integrating third-party services, now incorporates Les Mills’ expertise. Users input their goals – cardio, strength, or general fitness – and the app generates daily workouts based on the ring’s real-time data. A well-rested user might receive a demanding HIIT session, while someone struggling with fatigue will get a more restorative yoga flow.

Recovery-focused fitness, powered by data

Recovery-focused fitness, powered by data

The system operates on a feedback loop. The ring meticulously tracks vital signs during workouts, feeding that information back into the app to refine recovery predictions and subsequent workout suggestions. This creates a dynamic training experience that adapts to the user’s body. The PowerPlug subscription, available for $11.99 monthly or $99.99 annually, unlocks this enhanced functionality.

Ultrahuman isn't just adding a feature; it's attempting to elevate the entire smart ring experience. It’s a calculated play to capture a larger share of the burgeoning wearable market, offering a more holistic approach to fitness than simply tracking steps.