The growing popularity of sports and he alth gadgets is obvious. The largest high-tech companies annually present novelties to the public. Recently, for example, a futuristic helmet has appeared that stimulates hair growth, wearable gadgets to determine air quality, a mattress that analyzes the quality of sleep. What can we say about fitness trackers, electronic bracelets, "smart" sneakers or advanced cycling computers.
Smart Bottle
Fitness coaches advise you to drink more fluids, and a smart water bottle is the device to help you stick to the recommendations. This is the only such device on the market. The stylish drinking water bottle will accurately calculate individual needs to maintain optimal fluid content in the body. Additionally, the gadget motivates to achieve. It has an internal compartment for cash and a credit card.
Fog glasses
The glasses resemble sunglasses, but the lenses have a special anti-fog coating that provides good visibility in any weather. This is a sports gadget with a built-in miniature camera, a shock-resistant frame, a powerful battery, a wide viewing radius and the ability to sync with social networks.
Running flashlight
A useful gadget for cycling, rollerblading or skating in the early morning or late evening. The Amphipod Swift-Clip Cap Light LED flashlight is securely attached to the headgear, works in constant or flashing light modes. The estimated cost of a useful gadget for sports is only 15 US dollars (1050 rubles).
Aluminum tablet
Fitness tracker Misfit Shine went on sale in Russia a few years ago, but (unlike other similar gadgets) is still considered relevant. The device software has been updated several times during this time. This gadget for sports without a screen, it is protected from water and dust (submersion under water up to 50 m is possible), it is synchronized with other devices via Bluetooth. The device is compatible with Android 4.2 and later, Windows Phone 8.1, smartphones based on iOS 7 and later. There is no camera, Internet and speaker, the silicone strap is removable. The accelerometer, which can be worn around the neck or attached to clothing, monitors the level of physical activity.
Fitbit Surge bracelet
In terms of functionality, the bracelet for sports is close to the “smart watch”. Devicecounts calories burned, recognizes the type of activity, monitors sleep, determines the angle of the body when performing physical exercises. The gadget has a built-in light sensor, GPS for route planning, altimeter, compass, heart rate monitor. By synchronizing with a smartphone, you can use the bracelet to receive incoming calls remotely or listen to music.
Moov Now Bracelet
This electronic wristband analyzes running, cycling, weight training, cardio and swimming. There is a sleep sensor, which for convenience can be mounted both on the ankle and on the wrist. The bracelet does not let water through, and the charge of a powerful battery lasts an average of six months. The tracker is synchronized with Android and iOS devices. This sports gadget differs from similar fitness bracelets by the ability to receive audio prompts in real time.
Xiaomi Li-Ning sneakers
Smart sneakers from Xiaomi are equipped with a miniature fitness tracker (built into the sole on the heel). Shoes capture all movements and automatically recognize the nature of training, make a route and count steps, calories burned, and so on. There is protection from foot pressure on the sensors, from water and dust. The battery lasts for a year of active use of "smart" sneakers. Based on the reviews, the shoes themselves are very comfortable, and the additional features and the well-known manufacturer make these shoes even more popular.
SmartMat: yoga mat
With this sports gadget, you can control the correctness of the movements and receive tips based on previous results. SmartMat analyzes the level of physical activity, counts the number of calories, measures the user's weight. Without recharging, the mat can work for six hours. This is quite enough even for professionals.
Runphones Wireless
This sports gadget is much more comfortable during exercise than regular headphones. The wireless headband has a firm grip and won't slip off, while the elastic fabric headband absorbs sweat and keeps hair in place. The headset supports connection to smartphones for music playback. The bandage can be washed in the washing machine, but first you need to remove the headphones from a special fabric pocket. By the way, the headphones themselves are safe for he alth, because the production does not use lead.
Scarlett floor scales
Scarlett floor scale analyzer not only allows you to control body weight, but also measure muscle, bone, adipose tissue, water content. Sensitive sensors accurately measure up to 180 kg with an error of no more than 100 g. The gadget automatically turns off if the scales are not in use, so as not to waste battery power.
Tangram Smart Rope
The electronic skipping rope automatically counts the number of jumps and displays the information in real time. The backlight is LED and responds quickly. FromOne charge of the rope lasts about 36 hours, and it takes only two hours to recharge. All collected information is transferred to the application on the smartphone.
"Visor" Screeneye X2
"Visor" displays all training data, displays information about the heart rate, stop time, distance and speed in the user's field of view, so as not to have to be distracted. This is a great alternative to a fitness tracker with blood pressure and heart rate. All information is collected by special sensors and displayed. Built-in light-trapping film that provides image contrast. With a micro SD card, all data can be transferred to a PC.
Instabeat tracker
The tracker is specially designed for swimmers. Swim goggle attachment reads hand movements, displays calories burned, distance and laps. If the athlete has chosen a too intense pace, this sports gadget will advise you to take a break or slow down during your workout.
Wireless bike computer
Sigma Sport Baseline is a German development that offers a wide range of features at a relatively low price. The bike computer shows the average and current speed, compares indicators, displays travel time, weather conditions, distance traveled. The device is easy to mount (there are several mounting options) and protected from moisture.
Advanced model - Garmin Edge 1030. To date, this gadget for sportsis considered one of the most advanced cycling computers. The display (3.5 inches) with ambient light sensor only seems big at first. In fact, it allows you to easily and conveniently monitor all parameters without switching screens. The gadget not only tracks calories, distance, altitude, speed, location, but also has several additional interesting features:
- offers to change the route on the go if there are any problems on the way;
- warns of sharp turns;
- in case of a fall, sends a message to a number pre-recorded in the device's memory (emergency number);
- allows you to track the route of a cyclist over the network in real time;
- displays track history in the area;
- calculates the safest route (based on the routes of other cyclists).
With active training, the battery can withstand more than 20 hours of work.
Jawbone Up fitness bracelet
Multifunctional gadget for sports and a he althy lifestyle is almost indispensable. The stylish device tracks sleep and daily physical activity, counts steps and calories, wakes you up in the morning at the appointed time with soft vibration, every 20-40 minutes (at any time set by the user) reminds you to warm up if a person sits without moving. The bracelet holds the battery for about 10 days. The gadget is synchronized with a computer and a smartphone, and the Up mobile application allows you to enter data on your daily diet. The bracelet is waterproof and protectedfrom dust, but it is not worth swimming in it.
Polar Smart Tank
The Polar brand is known to athletes for its bracelets with built-in activity monitoring, heart rate sensors with GPS receivers. A novelty is the Polar Team Pro Shirt, which has built-in additional sensors that allow you to monitor the condition of the athlete. All data is stored in a small unit in the upper back at the back. The jersey is fully compatible with other sports gadgets from Polar, and the most famous football clubs in the world already work with the Team Pro training platform. So there is no doubt about the quality and correctness of the data display.
Atlas Trainable Tracker
The heart rate monitor is synchronized not only with the brand, but also with some other (popular with athletes) applications. Data is recorded in real time. The pulse is monitored, different types of activity, the intensity of the training as a whole and each movement separately are evaluated. The gadget can act as a personal trainer, adjusting the program in accordance with the goals and physical activity data.
