Forget what you know about gyms. Abu Dhabi is bringing fitness into the future (literally). As part of the first-ever Abu Dhabi Global Health Week, the Department of Health unveiled an ambitious new project called the ‘Gym of the Future’, blending advanced technology, AI, and personal wellness like never before. Now, this isn’t what traditional gyms are built for – getting faster and stronger. This AI-powered gym is going to be all about helping people live longer, healthier lives by turning fitness into a fully personalised, data-driven experience. I know you’re curious to know more, so keep reading to get all the details you need to know.
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Meet Your ‘Digital Twin’
When someone enters this next-gen gym, there’s no need to sign in or fill out forms. Smart sensors instantly recognise who you are and create a “digital twin” – a virtual version of your body. This twin is built using data from an Abu Dhabi-based health and wellness app ‘Sahatna‘. This digital twin will be able to monitor and custom-build your entire workout, nutrition, and recovery plan, based on your real health stats and needs.
Smarter Workouts With Real-Time Coaching
Once your personal plan is ready, it’s time to train. But this isn’t your regular gym session. The treadmill, for example, has a built-in camera that watches your heart rate, posture, and movement. It can suggest how long you should run, correct your form, and guide you through the workout with instant feedback. Everything gets logged into your Sahatna app, so you can keep an eye on your progress – and so can the system, to adjust things as you improve
Get AI Health Checks In Seconds
After working out, you don’t just cool down, you get the chance to check in with your body. The gym uses AI-assisted scans (like X-rays and CT scans) to quickly detect if there’s any muscle or tendon strain. You simply stand in front of a scanner and get real-time images and analysis of specific body parts (like your legs or arms) within seconds. No appointments. No waiting. Just instant insights.
Your Own Virtual Nutrition Coach
Once your workout and scan are done, it’s time to eat, and even that’s personalised. An AI nutritionist steps in to recommend the best meals for your recovery and energy levels. It looks at your health data and physical activity for the day, then offers smart meal suggestions that support your goals. Whether it’s building muscle or just staying energised, your food plan is tailored to fit.
End Your Session With A Health Overview
Before leaving the gym, you get a final evaluation that wraps up your entire session. It updates your digital twin with the latest insights from your workout, scan, and meal plan. This creates a full, up-to-date picture of your health and fitness journey. It’s a complete feedback loop, which means it gets smarter every time you use it
Put Your Health Back Into Your Hands With Abu Dhabi’s Gym Of The Future
Abu Dhabi’s Gym of the Future shows how technology and wellness can come together to create something truly powerful. With AI guiding everything from workouts to meals and even medical check-ups, staying healthy could become easier, faster, and more personal than ever.
