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Overview
From the Thighmaster and Shake Weight to anti-aging miracle elixirs, the health and fitness industry is saturated with products promising big results with little effort. Six-pack abs in 60 seconds? Only in your dreams. Shoes that tone your legs and butt? Better keep on walking. That's not to say all gadgets are a waste of your time (and money). There are products out there that actually work. If you're seeking a little extra help, motivation or accountability, or just itching for something new to play with, here are 20 gadgets -- from high-tech toys to gym staples -- that will actually help you get fit and stay healthy.
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1. Polar M600
Today's wearables can track pretty much everything about your waking (and sleeping) life. Polar's M600 smartwatch takes it up a notch. Track your daily workouts, sleep, steps and calories and get inactivity alerts. During your workouts, you can track your heart rate through a wrist sensor instead of a bulky chest strap. Plus, you have access to all of Polar's Smart Coaching features to help your training progress. And since it's built on the Android Wear smartwatch platform, you can also connect to your voice control, customize watch faces, receive calendar notifications, read and reply to texts with your Android phone and scroll through your Facebook and Instagram feeds. PRICE: $329.95. WHERE TO FIND: Polar.com
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2. Fitness Genes
Every body is different -- shouldn't your workouts and meals be tailored to you? That's what Fitness Genes offers. Just give them a sample of your spit (yes, it's a little weird collecting your spit into a tube, but it's all in the name of science), and they'll give you a customized fitness and nutrition plan. Once you log into your account, you can get as technical or high-level as you'd like. You can indulge your inner science nerd by geeking out over the finer points of your genetic profile or simply stick to your training plan. PRICE: $199. WHERE TO FIND: FitnessGenes.com
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3. Qardio Arm
You might not think that tracking your blood pressure at home is a big deal. But if you're an avid runner or tend to have really high (or super low) blood pressure, than you'll want to get a good handle on your daily numbers. It's been clinically validated to accurately measure systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well as heart rate and irregular heart beat detection. Sync with your smartphone to track your trends over time to help you understand how your lifestyle impacts your health. PRICE: $99. WHERE TO FIND: GetQardio.com
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4. Skulpt Performance System
Tons of devices take your body fat into account, but how many are focused on your muscle? Skulpt is. The handheld scanner takes measurements of both your body fat and muscles, and then uses that data to generate actionable advice based on your unique physiology. "The Skulpt Personalized Smart Fitness Trainer gives fitness enthusiasts more than just a way to track their workout," said Jose Bohorquez, PhD, cofounder and CEO of Skulpt. "It actually gives insight into the effectiveness of their program and provides actionable advice based on the data from muscle quality and body fat assessments, which are more closely correlated to fitness than any other measures." PRICE: $99. WHERE TO FIND: Skulpt.me
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Overview
From the Thighmaster and Shake Weight to anti-aging miracle elixirs, the health and fitness industry is saturated with products promising big results with little effort. Six-pack abs in 60 seconds? Only in your dreams. Shoes that tone your legs and butt? Better keep on walking. That's not to say all gadgets are a waste of your time (and money). There are products out there that actually work. If you're seeking a little extra help, motivation or accountability, or just itching for something new to play with, here are 20 gadgets -- from high-tech toys to gym staples -- that will actually help you get fit and stay healthy.
Image Credit: Twenty20
Overview
From the Thighmaster and Shake Weight to anti-aging miracle elixirs, the health and fitness industry is saturated with products promising big results with little effort. Six-pack abs in 60 seconds? Only in your dreams. Shoes that tone your legs and butt? Better keep on walking. That’s not to say all gadgets are a waste of your time (and money). There are products out there that actually work. If you’re seeking a little extra help, motivation or accountability, or just itching for something new to play with, here are 20 gadgets – from high-tech toys to gym staples – that will actually help you get fit and stay healthy.
Image Credit: Twenty20
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1. Polar M600
Today's wearables can track pretty much everything about your waking (and sleeping) life. Polar's M600 smartwatch takes it up a notch. Track your daily workouts, sleep, steps and calories and get inactivity alerts. During your workouts, you can track your heart rate through a wrist sensor instead of a bulky chest strap. Plus, you have access to all of Polar's Smart Coaching features to help your training progress. And since it's built on the Android Wear smartwatch platform, you can also connect to your voice control, customize watch faces, receive calendar notifications, read and reply to texts with your Android phone and scroll through your Facebook and Instagram feeds. PRICE: $329.95. WHERE TO FIND: Polar.com
Read more: More info about Polar M600 and where to find it Image Credit: Polar.com
1. Polar M600
Today’s wearables can track pretty much everything about your waking (and sleeping) life. Polar’s M600 smartwatch takes it up a notch. Track your daily workouts, sleep, steps and calories and get inactivity alerts. During your workouts, you can track your heart rate through a wrist sensor instead of a bulky chest strap. Plus, you have access to all of Polar’s Smart Coaching features to help your training progress. And since it’s built on the Android Wear smartwatch platform, you can also connect to your voice control, customize watch faces, receive calendar notifications, read and reply to texts with your Android phone and scroll through your Facebook and Instagram feeds. PRICE: $329.95. WHERE TO FIND: Polar.com Read more: More info about Polar M600 and where to find it
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Read more: More info about Polar M600 and where to find it
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2. Fitness Genes
Every body is different -- shouldn't your workouts and meals be tailored to you? That's what Fitness Genes offers. Just give them a sample of your spit (yes, it's a little weird collecting your spit into a tube, but it's all in the name of science), and they'll give you a customized fitness and nutrition plan. Once you log into your account, you can get as technical or high-level as you'd like. You can indulge your inner science nerd by geeking out over the finer points of your genetic profile or simply stick to your training plan. PRICE: $199. WHERE TO FIND: FitnessGenes.com
Read more: More info about Fitness Genes and where to find it Image Credit: FitnessGenes.com
2. Fitness Genes
Every body is different – shouldn’t your workouts and meals be tailored to you? That’s what Fitness Genes offers. Just give them a sample of your spit (yes, it’s a little weird collecting your spit into a tube, but it’s all in the name of science), and they’ll give you a customized fitness and nutrition plan. Once you log into your account, you can get as technical or high-level as you’d like. You can indulge your inner science nerd by geeking out over the finer points of your genetic profile or simply stick to your training plan. PRICE: $199. WHERE TO FIND: FitnessGenes.com Read more: More info about Fitness Genes and where to find it
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Read more: More info about Fitness Genes and where to find it
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3. Qardio Arm
You might not think that tracking your blood pressure at home is a big deal. But if you're an avid runner or tend to have really high (or super low) blood pressure, than you'll want to get a good handle on your daily numbers. It's been clinically validated to accurately measure systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well as heart rate and irregular heart beat detection. Sync with your smartphone to track your trends over time to help you understand how your lifestyle impacts your health. PRICE: $99. WHERE TO FIND: GetQardio.com
Read more: More info about Qardio Arm and where to find it Image Credit: GetQardio.com
3. Qardio Arm
You might not think that tracking your blood pressure at home is a big deal. But if you’re an avid runner or tend to have really high (or super low) blood pressure, than you’ll want to get a good handle on your daily numbers. It’s been clinically validated to accurately measure systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well as heart rate and irregular heart beat detection. Sync with your smartphone to track your trends over time to help you understand how your lifestyle impacts your health. PRICE: $99. WHERE TO FIND: GetQardio.com Read more: More info about Qardio Arm and where to find it
Image Credit: GetQardio.com
Read more: More info about Qardio Arm and where to find it
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4. Skulpt Performance System
Tons of devices take your body fat into account, but how many are focused on your muscle? Skulpt is. The handheld scanner takes measurements of both your body fat and muscles, and then uses that data to generate actionable advice based on your unique physiology. "The Skulpt Personalized Smart Fitness Trainer gives fitness enthusiasts more than just a way to track their workout," said Jose Bohorquez, PhD, cofounder and CEO of Skulpt. "It actually gives insight into the effectiveness of their program and provides actionable advice based on the data from muscle quality and body fat assessments, which are more closely correlated to fitness than any other measures." PRICE: $99. WHERE TO FIND: Skulpt.me
Read more: More info about Skulpt Performance System and where to find it Image Credit: Skulpt.me
4. Skulpt Performance System
Tons of devices take your body fat into account, but how many are focused on your muscle? Skulpt is. The handheld scanner takes measurements of both your body fat and muscles, and then uses that data to generate actionable advice based on your unique physiology. “The Skulpt Personalized Smart Fitness Trainer gives fitness enthusiasts more than just a way to track their workout,” said Jose Bohorquez, PhD, cofounder and CEO of Skulpt. “It actually gives insight into the effectiveness of their program and provides actionable advice based on the data from muscle quality and body fat assessments, which are more closely correlated to fitness than any other measures.” PRICE: $99. WHERE TO FIND: Skulpt.me Read more: More info about Skulpt Performance System and where to find it
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Read more: More info about Skulpt Performance System and where to find it
5. Priya Ring
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6. Finis Duo Underwater MP3 Player
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7. Withings Body Cardio Scale
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8. Ozmo Active Smart Cup
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9. Crossrope Weighted Jump Rope
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10. Pear Training Kit and Personal Fitness Coach
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11. Wii Fit U
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12. Acumobility Eclipse Roller
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13. ElliptiGO Arc
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14. TrekDesk
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15. Bellicon Rebounder
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16. BOSU Trainer
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17. TRX Pro Suspension Trainer
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18. Gaiam Pilates Toning Ring
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19. Iron Gym Total Upper Body Workout Bar
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20. SPRI Stability Ball
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