With new fitness gadgets being rolled out every week it can be hard to tell which ones are worth investing in. The right pieces of technology will take your workouts to next level as you work towards your fitness goals. Here are some of our favorite high-tech fitness finds that are both fun and useful!
For everyone. With so many wearables available to choose from picking the right one can be a lot more challenging than one might think. Instead of committing to one and questioning your choice later Lumoid makes it easy for you to try out four different options and purchase the one that you absolutely can’t live without! Select a kit based on your fitness needs and get to work. Take a class, go for a run or wear it to work and see which wearable you could see yourself sporting every day for the next year.
For the restless sleepers. Nothing feels better than waking up after a night of great sleep. If you have trouble sleeping this non-contact sleep S+ Sleep Sensor can help ease you to sleep and quickly jot down those late-night stressors into an actionable to-do list so you can clear your mind. While you sleep it monitors your stages of sleep gently waking you from light sleep in the morning. On top of that the app scores you against those in your age and gender demographic while giving you clear feedback on how to improve. If not getting a good night sleep is holding you back during the day investing in a sleep monitor could be just the thing to help boost your mood and energy!
For the yogis. The SmartMat yoga mat is looking to change the way yogis around the world practice. With advanced sensor technology the mat calibrates to the your body type and provides feedback on all postures throughout the practice. It can guide you through a class at home be used in crowded class to provide individual feedback. So whether you are just getting into yoga or simply want to deepen your practice these personalized adjustments can give you all the feedback you need to master even the most challenging poses.
For the runners. Known for their high-tech socks and wearable gear Sensoria Fitness is giving runners the feedback they—tracking not only distance and speed but, more importantly, how well you run. Syncing to your mobile device their app gives you deeper insights into your run than you may have ever imagined possible. Alerting you of improper technique and cadence the software acts as a real-time coach giving you feedback on how to get the most out of your run.
For when you want to leave your phone at home. These headphones from Bragi are out of this world! In addition to being wireless and waterproof they are also a fitness tracker and a heart rate monitor. Holding up to 1,000 songs you can run, cycle or swim without bringing your phone along. Expected to ship in September 2015—preorder now and be the first of your friends to try out these high-tech headphones.
For tech-savvy fitness lovers. It was hard to miss the much-hyped release of the Apple Watch but we thought we’d break down its health and fitness features for good measure. Tracking your movement throughout the day the Apple Watch sets goals centered around calories burned, exercise completed and time spent standing throughout the day. Adapting to your history and personal goals the watch aims to help you reach your goals and set new ones every week. The end result: a healthier you—sounds easy enough right?
For when you want it all. A stylist alternative to the Apple Watch, the Basis Peak watch combines fitness and sleep tracking offering feedback on all activity throughout the day and night. Syncing with your iPhone or android device the watch provides all the features of a smart watch we’re come to expect. This is perfect for anyone that is considering purchasing a smart watch and wants the added fitness features to be seamlessly incorporated.
When it comes to fitness gadgets it’s all about finding the right piece of technology that fits your unique workout routine. What types of high-tech gear are you currently using or excited to try out? Share your must-haves in the comments below!