The Skinny
Fitness continues to go high-tech in a big way. But with so many options out there it can be difficult to find what’s best for each person. WellWell has provided a starting point to consider by outlining some of the latest high-tech fitness products to hit the market. These products may not work for everything, but they offer insights to what’s trendy in terms of maximizing and monitoring your workouts. Don’t sweat it. Take a look.
The Slate
Preparing for your next workout is just as important as killing the one you’re in. That’s where the HyperIce Vyper 2 Foam Roller comes into play. It features three speeds of high-intensity vibration to relax and unwind tired muscles so they’re ready for the next workout. It lasts for over two hours on a single charge.
Hydration is critical to maintaining maximize health and undertaking a great workout. Ozmo’s app-enabled water bottle is designed to help you do just that. Its app and LED lights sends reminders when a gulp of water is needed. Reputedly more advanced than other hydration systems, the Smart Bottle adjusts hydration goals based on an individual’s level of activity.
Hydrofoil eBike brings cycling to a new level thanks to its cutting-edge technology that lets you bike on water. Offering a great range of fitness options, riders can explore ocean coastlines, train along waterways or cruise lakeside with friends and family. Variable pedal assist can be dialed up or down depending on an individual’s needs. A modular design allows for quick assembly and transport to and from the water.
Eating too fast? That’s a problem that can lead to poor digestion and weight gain. Hapifork can help. This electronic fork is designed to monitor and track eating habits, alerting someone when they’re munching too quickly. HapiFork also monitors an individual’s progress on the site’s online dashboard, providing lessons to improve eating behavior.
Sensoria® helps prevent injury-prone running styles (heel striking, ball striking, etc) and then promotes improved performance via a mobile app that coaches runners in real-time. The associated Sensoria® dashboard also helps runners achieve goals, improve performance and reduce risk of gravitating back to bad tendencies. The built-in odometer feature even gives runners a heads up when it’s time to invest in a new pair of shoes.
Jumping ropes enters a new zone through SmartRope, an LED-embedded jump rope that displays fitness data in real time as someone works out. Almost like a hologram or animated movie, the LEDS fire at different times as the SmartRope rotates around the jumper, creating a single display floating in mid-air during your workout.
PowerDot’s smart platform provides an electronic simulator that combines the effectiveness of TENS to relieve pain with the long-lasting benefits of NMES. It goes beyond simply blocking pain and helping to release endorphins to also rely on neuromuscular stimulation to improve circulation for recovery, reduce atrophy during injuries and improve the wellness of joints.
Stealth Professional Plank System
The Stealth system hits right at building your core, which is a critical development for getting fit and playing almost any sport. The system goes beyond just being effective, it makes planking much more accessible by turning it into a game. Its Biofoam support pad, in fact, comes with two gaming apps: Stealth Core Challenge and Stealth Speed Gliding.
Get the workout information you need and want in real time while cycling using Everysight Smart Glasses. These specs set up a fully integrated display that shows a rider’s heart rate, RPM and even a map so they know where they’re going next.
Flexispot All-in-One Desk Bike
Flexispot takes multitasking to a new level but giving someone the chance to exercise while they work at their desk. It is a great way to save time, keep immune systems purring and stay strong mentally and physically.
The Chopper is a fitness tool that packs a suite of unique cardio and strength workouts. Good for at-home training, gym visits or on-the-go workouts, it includes full access to an app loaded with workouts, challenges and a dashboard that tracks an individual’s progress. It comes with a wrist strap for added grip and an ultra-tough, water-resistant carry bag.
Fitbit’s latest digital device is a motivational health and fitness smartwatch with built-in GPS, Active Zone Minutes tabulator and a music library. They are all designed to keep you moving and getting the most out of your workout.
Take a look at Mirror for visual expert instruction and real time motivation and feedback from certified trainers. It also provides advanced camera technology and proprietary algorithms that help maximize workouts through real time adjustments. If that’s not enough, there’s a curated playlist featuring popular music in a variety of genres from rock to pop to keep everyone motivated.
Eyes Up
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