Can My DNA Tell Me How to Exercise? I Tried AlterMe to Find Out

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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. 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...

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