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AlterMe Review: Fitness Built Around My DNA
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When I was asked to review AlterMe’s fitness system that claims to use DNA and biometric data to create a personalized fitness, nutrition, and recovery program, I was intrigued. I’ve used some of the best fitness trackers before, but have never tried a system that combines DNA testing, personalized workouts, nutrition insight, and its own smart wearable all within a single ecosystem. I’m someone who needs constant fitness motivation to stay on track.
When I was asked to review AlterMe’s fitness system that claims to use DNA and biometric data to create a personalized fitness, nutrition, and recovery program, I was intrigued. I’ve used some of the best fitness trackers before, but have never tried a system that combines DNA testing, personalized workouts, nutrition insight, and its own smart wearable all within a single ecosystem.
I’m someone who needs constant fitness motivation to stay on track. Rather than push myself through strenuous weights and cardio, I prefer feel-good Pilates and an ice bath at my local David Lloyd gym. But in an effort to step out of my comfort zone and try something a little more challenging, I decided to give AlterMe a go.
I’ve used numerous fitness apps over the years, such as Bala and Freeletics, but not one that suggests specific fitness workouts based on my DNA testing results. AlterMe combines guidance across exercise, nutrition, sleep, and recovery, going beyond simply reporting on your DNA and biometric data to suggest small, manageable actions to drive behavioral change over time.
[Image text:] Training sessions
matched to your level
Calories
500
40g
Nutrition guidance
aligned to your physiology
Eat a high protein
breakfast
Daily actions
tailored to your body