Ultrahuman launches first smart ring integration for expert-led workouts

At a glance:

• Ultrahuman has launched the Les Mills PowerPlug integration that uses smart ring health metrics to recommend personalized workouts
• The service costs $12 per month or $100 annually and adapts to users' recovery status, sleep data, and menstrual cycle phases
• Ultrahuman Ring Pro is now available for preorder in the US at $479 with charging case, shipping May 15

Ultrahuman and Les Mills Partner for Smart Workout Recommendations

Health tech company Ultrahuman has announced a groundbreaking partnership with group workout brand Les Mills, introducing the Les Mills PowerPlug integration for its smart rings. This new feature aims to revolutionize how users approach fitness by leveraging real-time health data to provide personalized workout recommendations. The integration represents a significant step toward closing the gap between wearable health tracking and actionable fitness guidance.

Traditionally, fitness wearables have primarily served as passive monitors, alerting users when their bodies are fatigued without offering concrete solutions. The Les Mills PowerPlug changes this paradigm by providing expert-led, on-demand workout videos that adapt to the user's current physiological state. This approach helps prevent overtraining and optimizes fitness results by ensuring users engage in appropriate activities based on their recovery status, sleep quality, and other biometric indicators.

How the PowerPlug Integration Works

Upon downloading the Les Mills PowerPlug, Ultrahuman Ring users will be guided through a setup process where they specify their ideal training days, preferred session lengths, and primary fitness goals. The system supports four main categories: cardio, strength, flexibility, and general fitness. Following this initial configuration, the app's home screen will dynamically recommend two to three daily workouts tailored to the user's current health status, along with a convenient shortcut for quick access.

The integration draws upon Ultrahuman's proprietary Dynamic Recovery score, a comprehensive metric ranging from zero to 100 that quantifies how prepared the body is for physical exertion. This score considers multiple factors including sleep quality, body temperature patterns, stress rhythms, resting heart rate, and heart rate variability. What makes this system particularly sophisticated is its ability to adjust these assessments in real-time as the user's day progresses, accounting for factors like movement, naps, and non-sleep deep rest activities such as breathwork.

Adaptive Recommendations Based on Menstrual Cycle

One of the most innovative aspects of the Les Mills PowerPlug is its consideration of menstrual cycle phases when making workout recommendations. The system recognizes that hormonal fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle significantly impact energy levels and physical capabilities. During high-energy phases like the follicular and ovulatory periods, users will be encouraged to engage in more intense workouts that maximize their elevated physical capacity.

Conversely, during lower-energy phases such as the luteal and menstrual periods, the integration will prioritize recovery-focused activities like yoga and stretching. Notably, the system avoids recommending high-impact workouts that could strain the pelvic floor during menstruation. This level of personalization represents a significant advancement in fitness technology, acknowledging and accommodating the natural physiological variations that many female athletes and fitness enthusiasts experience.

Post-Workout Analytics and Recovery Predictions

After completing a workout through the Les Mills PowerPlug, users gain access to comprehensive analytics that provide insights into their performance and physiological response. The system tracks and displays various metrics including workout duration, heart rate zones, calories burned, movement score, and a detailed muscle group radar chart. Additionally, users can monitor their progress toward daily fitness goals, helping maintain motivation and consistency.

Perhaps most valuable is the post-workout recovery prediction feature, which estimates the user's readiness for physical activity the following day. This forward-looking analysis helps users make informed decisions about their training schedule, potentially preventing overtraining and optimizing recovery. By connecting workout choices with anticipated recovery status, the integration creates a feedback loop that promotes more effective long-term fitness development.

Pricing and Availability

The Les Mills PowerPlug is available to all global users of the Ultrahuman Ring Air and Ring Pro for a subscription fee of $12 per month or $100 per year. This pricing structure makes the integration accessible to existing Ultrahuman customers while providing ongoing value through continuous updates and personalized recommendations.

It's worth noting that Ultrahuman has faced regulatory challenges in the US market. Due to a patent lawsuit with Oura, the maker of the Oura Ring, the Ultrahuman Ring Air was previously banned from sale in the United States. However, the company has since addressed this issue by launching the Ring Pro, which has received approval from US Customs and Border Protection. The Ring Pro is currently available for preorder at $479 with a charging case and is scheduled to begin shipping on May 15, expanding Ultrahuman's presence in the competitive US smart ring market.