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This chapter explores the comparative effectiveness of online exercise programs and traditional in-person classes, emphasizing their implications for physical activity engagement and healthcare applications. Online fitness programs gained prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic, offering accessible and flexible alternatives to gym-based workouts. While these programs provide notable advantages such as cost-efficiency and convenience, they also present challenges, including reduced social interaction and the absence of hands-on trainer support, which can affect motivation, adherence, and exercise safety, especially for individuals with specific health conditions or mobility limitations. Through a review of current literature, this chapter examines the benefits and limitations of both formats, focusing on factors such as convenience, user adherence, and motivational dynamics. Online platforms show promise for broadening access to fitness, catering to individuals with mobility limitations, special training needs, or those in remote areas with limited access to structured exercise programs. However, addressing the behavioral and social gaps in online programs is essential for maintaining long-term engagement. Incorporating personality assessments, such as Cloninger’s biopsychosocial model, into online fitness programs offers a promising approach to personalization. By aligning exercise routines with users’ temperamental and character traits, these programs can enhance user satisfaction and foster sustainable adherence. Looking ahead, integrating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and biometric monitoring may refine online fitness experiences by delivering tailored guidance and replicating in-person social dynamics. Hybrid models, particularly those combining online accessibility with in-person support from physical education professionals, represent an innovative solution for structured physical activity programs. This holistic exploration highlights the need for adaptable and inclusive fitness programs that address diverse user needs, ultimately supporting physical education professionals in optimizing exercise as a tool for prevention, performance enhancement, and overall wellness.

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Personalized Fitness in a Hybrid World: Lessons from Online and In-Person Training

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    2026年

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  • Thiago Medeiros da Costa Daniele,
  • Danilo Garcia,
  • Maria Araruna Correia Lima,
  • Davi Chiune Barroso Harada,
  • Matheus Marques Mesquita da Costa,
  • Eduardo Correia Ponte

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This chapter explores the comparative effectiveness of online exercise programs and traditional in-person classes, emphasizing their implications for physical activity engagement and healthcare applications. Online fitness programs gained prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic, offering accessible and flexible alternatives to gym-based workouts. While these programs provide notable advantages such as cost-efficiency and convenience, they also present challenges, including reduced social interaction and the absence of hands-on trainer support, which can affect motivation, adherence, and exercise safety, especially for individuals with specific health conditions or mobility limitations. Through a review of current literature, this chapter examines the benefits and limitations of both formats, focusing on factors such as convenience, user adherence, and motivational dynamics. Online platforms show promise for broadening access to fitness, catering to individuals with mobility limitations, special training needs, or those in remote areas with limited access to structured exercise programs. However, addressing the behavioral and social gaps in online programs is essential for maintaining long-term engagement. Incorporating personality assessments, such as Cloninger’s biopsychosocial model, into online fitness programs offers a promising approach to personalization. By aligning exercise routines with users’ temperamental and character traits, these programs can enhance user satisfaction and foster sustainable adherence. Looking ahead, integrating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and biometric monitoring may refine online fitness experiences by delivering tailored guidance and replicating in-person social dynamics. Hybrid models, particularly those combining online accessibility with in-person support from physical education professionals, represent an innovative solution for structured physical activity programs. This holistic exploration highlights the need for adaptable and inclusive fitness programs that address diverse user needs, ultimately supporting physical education professionals in optimizing exercise as a tool for prevention, performance enhancement, and overall wellness.