Fit Tech
In today’s fitness world athletes aspire to not only physically look good, but must do so fashionably. And the coolest fashion these days is tech. Wearable technology is the requirement of today’s gym hipster scene. Next time you’re in spin class look around, how many of your social gym buddies are sporting some type of cutting-edge fuchsia smartwatch, fitness tracker or heart rate monitor. Beyond the fashion aspect there’s real value to wearable technology as the tech allows you to set goals according to your needs and takes the guessing out of the equation. Wearables, like the FitBit, help you evaluate the data that is relevant specifically to you.
Wearable tech also allows you to track metrics (i.e. 5,000 steps per day), which helps keep you motivated and encourages you to complete your targeted goals. Then there’s the heart rate feature that comes with heart rate monitors on many of the watches. This feature helps you accurately measure your work output to ensure you’re training efficiently and effectively. Some brands offer goal-based exercise modes that let you establish a goal and track the remaining distance to complete it. Popular wearable tech include:
Fitbit Charge 3
- Lightweight, slick fit, stylish design
- Offers smartphone notifications
- Touchscreen Display
Android the Samsung Galaxy Fit
- Vivid colorful display
- Easy to navigate touchscreen
- Priced under $100
IOS Apple Watch Series 4
- Best full-feature tracker
- Electrocardiogram (ECG) app
- Waterproof (to 50 meters)
Wearable technology is not a fad, certainly not going away. So get hip, be healthy and stay connected.