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Overview

Fitness is one of the original 13 skills available at launch. It is accessible from the Teenager life stage through Senior and represents a Zoi's physical conditioning and endurance. Like all adult skills, Fitness levels from 1 to 10. Unlike skills such as Cooking or Handiwork, Fitness does not unlock specific recipes or craftable items at each level. Instead, the benefits are gradual: better stamina, visible muscle definition on the Zoi's body, and access to fitness competitions at higher levels.

Equipment

Fitness equipment is purchased through Build Mode under Furniture > Hobby > Fitness. Prices are in Meow. Equipment ranges from a 5 Meow yoga mat to a 4,100 Meow treadmill.

Leveling Methods

Several activities raise the Fitness skill. The effectiveness varies, and more physically demanding options tend to drain Energy and Hunger faster.

Fitness training drains Energy and Hunger quickly. Avoid queuing too many exercise actions back to back, or the Zoi will exhaust themselves.

Gym and Exercise Locations

There are no dedicated indoor gym buildings in the current Early Access version. Exercise equipment is found at outdoor public areas and in some residential basements.

Fitness-Gated Activities

Certain activities require a minimum Fitness skill level:

The Fitness Master ambition requires reaching high Fitness levels and is part of several Desired Lives including Life of Tranquility and Life of Excitement.

Skill Benefits

• Visible muscle definition develops on the Zoi's body as the skill increases.

• Improved stamina for physical activities and manual labor.

• Better performance in sports (football, surfing, basketball).

• Higher levels unlock fitness competitions that pay approximately 1,000 Meow for winning.

• Being in the Concentrated emotion boosts Fitness skill gain speed.

• Being Sad hinders Fitness skill growth.

Related Skills

The Swimming skill provides some crossover with Fitness, as swimming is a physical activity. However, they are tracked as separate skills and leveling one does not directly level the other. Performance also involves physical movement (dance routines) but uses its own separate skill track.

Children cannot learn Fitness directly. The child Motor Development skill serves as a precursor. A maxed child skill (Level 5) automatically boosts the corresponding adult skill to Level 5 when the Zoi ages up to Teenager.

Tips

• Yoga is the gentlest way to start. It drains less Energy than machines and also provides a mood boost.

• Weight machines (squat rack, bench press, pulldown machine) give the highest XP per session but burn through Energy and Hunger. Keep food ready.

• If you want to level Fitness passively, the Idol Trainee career in Dowon raises the skill while earning a salary.

• Place a treadmill or yoga mat at home through Build Mode to train without traveling to a gym lot.

• A home gym with a treadmill (4,100 Meow) and a squat rack (271 Meow) covers both endurance and strength training for under 5,000 Meow.

• Below Fitness Level 3, you can still use surfboards at Bliss Bay to practice paddling and posture. This counts as Fitness training and helps reach the Level 3 threshold.

• The Hula Hoop (5 Meow) is the cheapest piece of fitness equipment and a good starting option for budget-conscious households.

How Fitness Works

Every time a Zoi uses exercise equipment, they gain Fitness experience. The amount of experience depends on the equipment type and how long the Zoi exercises. Different equipment targets different outcomes: some machines build muscle mass, while others like the treadmill burn calories and reduce body weight. Diet also plays a role. Eating high-calorie foods such as mac and cheese causes weight gain, while regular treadmill sessions burn it off. The combination of diet and exercise determines whether a Zoi trends toward an overweight, muscular, or lean body type.

Fitness level also affects a Zoi's mood. Regular exercise provides positive mood buffs, while neglecting physical activity for extended periods can trigger negative moodlets.

Public Gyms

For Zois who cannot afford home equipment, two public gym locations offer free access to fitness machines.

Public gyms are available around the clock. Zois can travel to these locations and use the equipment without any cost. The Dowon gym at Harang River Park tends to offer more varied cardio equipment, while Bliss Bay's Muscle Beach focuses on strength training.

Body Type Changes

A Zoi's body shape is not fixed after character creation. Ongoing exercise and diet choices cause visible changes over time. There are three general body outcomes:

• Overweight: Caused by eating high-calorie foods without exercising. The Zoi's model gains visible weight.

• Muscular: Caused by regular use of strength equipment like the bench press, dumbbell rack, and punching bags.

• Lean: Caused by consistent cardio on the treadmill or cross country machine, which burns calories and reduces body fat.

These changes are gradual. A Zoi will not transform overnight, but sustained habits over multiple in-game days produce noticeable results.

Motor Development (Children)

Children have a related skill called Motor Development that functions as a precursor to the adult Fitness skill. Young Zois can use age-appropriate equipment to build Motor Development, including the rocking horse, ball sports, yoga, and even the treadmill. Progress in Motor Development carries over when the Zoi ages up, giving them a head start on the adult Fitness skill.

Fitness Master Ambition

The Fitness Master ambition is a multi-stage goal that challenges Zois to master physical fitness. It consists of three milestones:

Completing all three milestones rewards the Zoi with a unique "Show Off Muscles" interaction that can be used around other Zois.

Activities That Level Up Fitness

The following activities contribute experience toward leveling up the Fitness skill. Working out at gyms or using home equipment is the most efficient path, but several recreational activities also contribute:

Surfing

Once a Zoi reaches Fitness Level 3, they unlock the ability to go surfing at Bliss Bay. Surfing is both a Fitness activity and a recreational option that provides the Fun need boost. Zois travel to the beach, grab a surfboard, and paddle out into the water. Surfing performance improves with higher Fitness levels, and it provides a moderate amount of Fitness XP per session.

Surfing is only available at Bliss Bay. Dowon does not have ocean access for this activity. If a Zoi lives in Dowon, they must travel to Bliss Bay to surf.

Level Unlocks

Key milestones as the Fitness skill levels up:

Need Management

Fitness training depletes the Energy and Hunger needs rapidly. After an intense workout session, a Zoi will typically need to eat a full meal and rest. Showering after the gym is also recommended, as workouts reduce the Hygiene need. Players should plan their Zoi's daily schedule to allow for post-workout recovery time, especially if combining Fitness training with a demanding career.

Connections to Other Systems

Surfing: Zois must reach Fitness Level 3 before they can surf. Surfing is available in Bliss Bay and functions as both a recreational activity and a way to continue building Fitness experience.

Swimming: Swimming is a separate skill from Fitness. While both involve physical activity, Swimming has its own experience track and level progression.

Football Career: The professional football career at Bliss Bay Nautilus requires strong Fitness. Players progress through three ranks: Backup (264 Meow/day), Starting Player (864 Meow/day), and All-Star (1,998 Meow/day). Maintaining high Fitness is essential for promotion.

Meditation: Available only on the Indoor Yoga Mat. Meditation reduces stress and improves a Zoi's emotional state but does not contribute significantly to Fitness skill leveling.