Im an Exercise PhysiologistHeres Why You Shouldnt Worry About Cortisol Spikes When You Do HIIT Workouts.

Its been virtually impossible to find that gusto to get back on the wagon again.

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Connor Darnbrough is the co-founder of The Smart Fit Method.

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After listening to my vent sesh, said friend stops me and says she has a potential solution.

I have something your Virgo brain is going to love, she says.

The plan involves three 20-minute workout sessions per week, customized to your personal capabilities based on artificial intelligence.

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Connor Darnbrough is the co-founder of The Smart Fit Method.

And, of course, amachine from NASAsprinkled in.

Vasper

My favorite.

ThisNASA-developed machinehooks you up to tubes and cuffs, and makes you feel like an elite athlete.

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For smarter cardio, The Smart Fit Method uses theCAROLstationary bike.

This approach will benefit each member in focusing their efforts on fitness to improve longevity, adds Rob Darnbrough.

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From there, I did an intro workout on my first machine: the Smart 5.

As you may have gathered, that workout was hard AF, so I definitely needed some recovery afterward.

Smart Fit also has a cooling table, which is like a giant cold pack for your entire body.

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Connor Darnbrough is the co-founder of The Smart Fit Method.

I continued my three workouts per week for six weeks, which accounted for six hours total of exercise.

It was all I did aside from my typical weekly Pilates session and walking.

And yall, the experience wasjarring.

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My brain couldnt connect the dots.

But even though it was absurdly challenging, it felt empowering.

I saw improvement across every measured area.

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I can say with certainty that what is going on at The Smart Fit Method isnt a gimmick.

Theyre developing an approach that will shift how we view exercise and measure health.

And if youre not, keep an eye out for their rapid expansion over the next year.

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