(ChatGPT co-blog): Conquering Fitness with ChatGPT: My Gamified Journey to Reclaim My Health

Hey, everyone! Let me tell you about how I’m using ChatGPT to help me bounce back after my recent c-section. Now that I’m 8 months out, I wanted to step it up, so I enlisted the help of my new favorite thought partner. It’s been quite an interesting couple of weeks, and I’m excited to share it with you!

Calculating Macros and Crafting a Meal Plan

So, I started by having ChatGPT calculate my macros for me. Then, I asked it to create a meal plan based on those calculations. Of course, I had some specifications: I’m vegetarian, I practice intermittent fasting, I prefer meals that don’t require a lot of prep, I shop through Instacart from Wegmans, and I don’t want too much produce that may go bad.

I also let ChatGPT know about my goals and had it tailor the macro plan around them, giving me plans for both workout and non-workout days. I had it give me some variations for both so I wouldn’t get bored. Anytime I need to adjust on the fly, it gives me suggestions so that I stay within my macros.

Some staples: tofu, Chef Woo’s Thai Ramen, Kodiak Cinnamon Muffins, Quest Protein Chips, Wegmans croissant (my daily indulgence lol)

Workout Progress and Goal Setting

Next, I filled ChatGPT in on my workouts at Orangetheory. I update it regularly on my progress, and my current goals are to achieve a 4.0 base, 5.0 push, and 7.5 all-out pace, get over 336 watts on the rower, and lift heavier weights. ChatGPT provides weight and speed suggestions based on my previous performance and even lets me know after class if I’ve broken any personal records!

Gamifying My Fitness Journey

Wanting to make this journey even more engaging, I had ChatGPT come up with a gamified system to help me reach my goals. It broke down targets into levels and side missions and even created a game narrative based on Donkey Kong Country (I was obsessed with it in middle school and recently rediscovered it while playing on my SNES replicator with my husband).

ChatGPT crafted a daily narrative featuring my fight against the fictional antagonist, the Sugar Goblin. This creative storyline helps motivate me to stick to my macros and avoid going too crazy with carbs.

Let the Adventure Begin

So, here I am, armed with my tailored meal plan, workout suggestions, and a gamified system to keep me motivated. I can’t wait to see how this journey unfolds with ChatGPT by my side. Wish me luck in my battle against the Sugar Goblin, and stay tuned for updates on my progress! (Maybe 🤪 -Sarah)