Technology is enhancing our day-to-day lives with new devices that improve how we work, travel, communicate, and more. When it comes to fitness, technology is also helping us automate our workouts, track our progress, and improve our health. Below are some of the best fitness gadgets that can boost your workout experience.
Fitness Trackers
Perhaps the most well-known of all exercise gadgets are fitness trackers. Devices such as Fitbit can be fastened to your wrist like a watch while tracking your steps, heart rate, sleep patterns, and more. These lightweight gadgets are great for the fitness enthusiast who wants to keep track of their activity levels and lifestyle stats. Some devices also come with GPS systems that help you monitor your runs, including speed and distance.
In-Ear Wireless Headphones
Gone are the days of tangled wires getting in the way while you work out. The advent of wireless headphones means you can exercise to your favorite tunes without worrying about accidentally pulling them off your head due to a chord mishap! In-ear wireless headphones are not only light, but some are even designed to be weather-resistant, which is great for a long run in the middle of a wet day.
Smart Jump Ropes
Who knew that jump ropes could be turned into smart technology? One of the latest gadgets to hit the market are smart jump ropes which are integrated with Bluetooth technology so they can be paired with other devices. Similar to a Fitbit, the smart jump rope can track your stats such as time spent jumping as well as the number of calories burned. Rather than calculating your workouts manually, smart jump ropes do all the work for you.
Nano Socks
You may be surprised to hear that sweat can be combined with technology to produce some added health benefits! One of the newest technologies are socks made with silver and copper nanoparticles that activate when you sweat. These create microcurrents that reportedly boost circulation and reduce inflammation, which is helpful during muscle recovery.
Vibrating Foam Rollers
Foam rollers are great for therapeutic work and for doing abdominal exercises. However, these are also being enhanced with technology that creates vibrations at different intensities to speed up muscle recovery. Bluetooth-enabled rollers can be customized to suit your session, and you can even follow guided warm-up sessions on your phone.
Smart Cups
It’s no secret that we sweat when we exercise. However, while having a water bottle with you during your workout is a must, it can be difficult to know how to stay adequately hydrated. Advances in technology have led to the creation of smart cups that track hydration levels and come equipped with vibration systems. These handy cups will let you know when it’s time to take a sip and they can be synchronized with your smart devices.
Smartphone Arm Bands
Running with your phone in your hand or in your pocket can be annoying to say the least. Not only does it become cumbersome, but it can be risky and uncomfortable if it’s jangling around in your pocket. Smartphone bands put a stop to that by allowing you to strap your phone right onto your arm. Not only is it more secure, but these bands are usually breathable, allowing you to run for miles in comfort while listening to your favorite tunes.
