Pune, 19 August 2026: Premium fitness brand Urbounce has integrated
Emoscape, the medical-grade Emotion AI platform developed by Nihilent Ltd.,
into its member fitness journey, introducing emotional state tracking as a new
dimension of holistic fitness. The integration brings emotional state alongside
physical fitness parameters, marking a significant step towards holistic
fitness that recognises the relationship between emotional state and physical
performance.
For decades, the fitness industry has measured progress through
visible metrics such as calories burned, weights lifted, workout duration, step
count and heart rate. While these indicators provide valuable insights into
physical activity, they capture only one part of the fitness journey. The
body’s internal emotional environment plays an equally important role in
influencing performance, recovery, resilience, motivation and consistency.
Through the integration of Emoscape’s advanced Emotion AI platform, Urbounce
members will now be able to understand and track their daily emotional states,
gaining deeper insights into how emotions impact their overall fitness
progress. Following the assessment, the findings will be interpreted by a
psychologist, with the psychologist and fitness counsellor recommending
appropriate interventions aligned with the member’s emotional state and fitness
goals.
Emotional states have a significant influence on fitness outcomes.
Emotional imbalance and chronic stress affect cortisol levels, sleep and
recovery, while lower energy and consistency disrupt fitness routines and limit
progress. These emotional factors influence key outcomes such as fat loss,
muscle building, performance, recovery and injury risk. By making emotional
state measurable, Emoscape helps members better understand how their emotions
influence their fitness journey.
Dipak Sanghavi, Co-Founder, Urbounce Gym - When
we started Urbounce, our ambition was never to just create another gym. We
wanted to build a community that inspires people to take ownership of their
health and sustain that commitment over time. Today, as we bring Emotion AI
into the fitness journey, we are taking that philosophy to a deeper level.
Physical fitness is only one dimension of human wellbeing; our emotions,
mindset, and psychological resilience influence how consistently and
meaningfully we pursue a healthier life. Technology can give us a new level of
awareness, but the real value lies in what people do with that awareness. By
combining technology with human expertise, professional psychological support,
and a strong community environment, Urbounce is moving towards a more complete
understanding of fitness . For us, the future of fitness is
not simply about building stronger bodies, it is about enabling healthier,
happier and more resilient human beings.”
Anand Pandya, Co-Founder, Urbounce Gym, said,
“At Urbounce, we have always believed that true fitness extends far beyond the
physical. Our emotional support
vertical, supported by experienced professional counsellors, reflects
our commitment to addressing the person as a whole. The integration of Emotion
AI takes this philosophy further by creating greater awareness around an
often-unseen aspect of fitness: an individual’s emotional state. Emoscape creates a bridge between awareness,
professional guidance and action. By helping people better understand the
relationship between emotional wellbeing and physical health, we aim to
encourage a more conscious, preventive and sustainable approach to holistic
fitness, where physical fitness, emotional state and emotional resilience are
considered together as interconnected dimensions of human performance.”
As part of the collaboration, Emoscape’s Emotion AI-powered emotional
state tracking will be introduced across multiple Urbounce fitness centres in
Pune, including Baner-Pashan, Hinjawadi, Punawale, Pimple Saudagar, FC Road,
Kharadi and Kothrud. The rollout will enable members to better understand the
relationship between their emotional state and physical fitness, bringing
a holistic dimension to their overall
health and fitness journey.
Mr. Sandeep Pendurkar, Business Director of
Emoscape at Nihilent, said, “The
future of fitness is about understanding the complete human experience,
physical and emotional. Emoscape introduces a powerful new dimension to
holistic fitness by helping individuals recognise how their emotions influence
motivation, recovery, resilience and performance. Through our collaboration
with Urbounce, we are bringing objective emotional assessment into the fitness
journey, with professional interpretation and appropriate interventions
creating a pathway from emotional insight to action. This collaboration
demonstrates how objective emotion detection brings an important new dimension
to holistic fitness and contributes to the evolution of the fitness industry.”
The integration further strengthens Emoscape’s growing presence across
healthcare, education, sports, and human performance, reinforcing its
vision of making emotions measurable and actionable in every part of our lives. By bringing Emotion AI into mainstream
fitness, the collaboration places human emotions at the centre of better
decision making, holistic fitness and enhanced performance.
About Urbounce
Urbounce is a premium fitness brand committed to making fitness fun,
accessible and sustainable. With state-of-the-art facilities, expert trainers,
innovative group fitness programs and personalised fitness solutions, Urbounce offers a holistic fitness
experience for individuals of all fitness levels. Built around a strong
community ethos, the brand aims to inspire healthier lifestyles while
delivering exceptional quality, cutting edge fitness experiences and a
supportive environment that empowers members to achieve their holistic fitness
goals.
About Nihilent
Nihilent is a global consulting, products and solutions company
specializing in business transformation, digital innovation, data analytics and
technology solutions. Founded in 2000, it operates in multiple countries, helping
businesses enhance efficiency and customer experience. Emoscape is a
medical-grade emotion AI platform of Nihilent, reflecting the company’s focus
on creating category-defining solutions that bridge technology, human behaviour
and ancient wisdom.