Ultrahuman Will Now Suggest Workout Videos Based on Your Recovery Score and Menstrual Cycle

We all love our smart rings and wearables, right? They tirelessly track our sleep, heart rate, and tell us how "recovered" we are. But let's be real: how often does that recovery score actually translate into clear, actionable advice on what workout you should do? Usually, it's just a number staring back at you, leaving you to guess.

Enter Ultrahuman, the smart ring innovators, who are trying a genuinely smart approach to this data dilemma. They're rolling out a new feature that serves up personalized workout videos based on your daily recovery score – and even your menstrual cycle. Talk about hacking your fitness!

Your Body, Your Personalized Workout

This isn't just a random playlist. Ultrahuman's new Les Mills PowerPlug (yes, the global fitness powerhouse) integrates directly with your biometric data. Imagine waking up, checking your Ultrahuman app, and instead of just a "Good Recovery" score, you get specific workout suggestions tailored to how your body is actually feeling.

Feeling like a superhero after a solid night's sleep and great heart rate variability? The app might push you towards a high-intensity BODYPUMP™ or BODYCOMBAT™ session. But if your sleep debt is piling up, your resting heart rate is a bit elevated, or your body temperature is off, Ultrahuman will gently guide you towards restorative yoga, BODYBALANCE™, or a gentle mobility session. It's about optimizing your effort, not just pushing through.

Hacking Your Cycle for Better Training

One of the most intriguing (and potentially game-changing) aspects is the integration of menstrual cycle tracking. If you log your cycle in the Ultrahuman app, the recommendations will adjust accordingly. This means during luteal and menstrual phases, the app will automatically lean towards recovery-friendly content.

Now, a little healthy skepticism is always good. Some might worry this could limit intense training for almost half the month. But view it as a powerful guideline, not a rigid rule. It's about understanding your body's natural fluctuations and training with them, not against them. If you feel fantastic during your luteal phase and want to crush a HIIT session, go for it! But if you often hit a wall during those times, this feature could be a brilliant way to prevent burnout and support your body's needs.

After your session, the Ultrahuman ring seamlessly logs your heart rate and even the muscles you've used, giving you post-workout data and even a prediction for tomorrow's readiness.

Is the Les Mills PowerPlug for You?

The Les Mills PowerPlug is available as a subscription: