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Fitness, Autism, and the Future of AI: How MoveMuse Fits the Mold By: Michelle Zeman

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  Above is an image of several people sitting in a circle, each wearing a different-colored shirt. Most of the people in the image are smiling and have their hands extended towards the middle of the circle. In September 2024, GemmoAI and the University of Limmerick launched the MoveMuse chatbot—a tool designed to help adults with Autism become more physically active. Through the application, it utilizes a method called “WOOP” - Wish (what you want to do), Outcome (how you’ll feel), Obstacle (what might stop you), and Plan (how to overcome the problem).   When I read this article, I found it interesting because I’ve seen applications that use different methods for weight loss. However, I hadn’t quite seen an application like this - one that provides this level of encouragement or planning. Many applications I see offer general exercises and diets that may help with weight loss, but they don’t necessarily have something that works for me.   If you know me, you know that I h...