I’m ready for you, 2025. At least, I hope so. Whether you set new year’s resolutions formally or not, it’s good to have support in whatever you set out to do. This is where technology can help.
Read on for scales that can tell you how much weight you’re losing (even if they don’t always tell you the answer you’re looking for), smartwatches and smart rings that measure your calories burned and measures taken, and measuring instruments. blood pressure.
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Apple Watch Series 10.
Apple Watch Series 10
From $399 from apple.com, from £399 from apple.com/uk
Apple Watch is always the most advanced smartwatch out there, with many features related to health and fitness. If the Watch detects that your heart rate is going up or down abnormally, it will tell you. You can take an ECG or measure blood oxygen levels in your arm. And, of course, it will help you keep track of the exercise you promised yourself you would do this January. The latest Series 10 Watch is slimmer though, with a bigger display. It comes in two case sizes and pairs with your iPhone.
Oura Ring 4 in six colors.
Our Ring
From $349 from ouraring.com, from £349 from ouraring.com
The latest version of the smart ring is Oura Ring 4, although the third version is still available and has higher capabilities. Wear it at night for optimal sleep tracking. When you wake up, a great feature called Symptom Radar can tell you when you’re coming down with a cold or flu (or Covid), often before you know you’re doing it. This means you can start taking care of yourself earlier to speed up your recovery.
The advice it gives is sharp and insightful, so it quickly becomes valuable. Note that for the full effect you need a membership that costs $5.99 per month.
Ampler Stout.
Ampler Stout EBike
$3,459 from amplerbikes.com, £3,190 from amplerbikes.com
Cycling is a great way to stay fit, but if you’re put off your daily commute by that dreaded hill on the way home, an ebike can motivate you to go the extra mile. Ampler bikes are amazing, with good build quality, powerful motors and a smart finish: the battery is hidden in the bike frame. And when you feel like you’re about to tackle that hill alone, you can limit how much assistance the bike gives you.
Withings Body Comp bathroom scale.
Withings Body Comp Bathroom Scales
$199.95 from withings.com, £179.95 from withings.com
It’s a good idea to weigh yourself: if you’re new to exercise, your weight may go up as your body fat drops—and muscle weighs more than fat. Measurements like these can completely separate data. Withings scales can also measure the age of your veins and tell you if they match your actual age. In addition, it can tell you about your heart rate, nerve health, and even tell you today’s weather. I have tried many smart scales and these are the best.
The Samsung Galaxy Ring is finished in gold.
Samsung Galaxy Ring
$399.99 from samsung.com, £399 from samsung.com
Samsung’s smart ring is pretty cool, with a sleek, sleek design that looks great. It comes with a case that charges the ring, though you can expect five days of use between charges. It’s great for sleep tracking and gives you daily data that represents your energy levels. It is not as advanced as Oura Ring but it has a good advantage: no monthly subscription. Only pairs with Android phones.
Huawei Watch D2.
Huawei Watch D2
£349.99 from huawei.com
The latest smartwatch from Huawei has an expandable strap, so you can take blood pressure measurements from it. It’s a big step up from the previous design which was clunky and clumsy. Here, the cloth penetrates silently and gives you results in seconds. Some smartwatches and wearables measure pressure by visual changes in skin tone but this one offers a cool different way of doing things. Unlike other devices, such as the Aktiia below, the Huawei Watch does not require regular testing.
Aktiia 24/7 Blood Pressure Bracelet is lightweight and discreet.
Action 24/7 Blood Pressure Monitor
£209.99 from aktiia.com/uk
If you get worried when a doctor or nurse takes your blood pressure, Aktiia can be the solution. It’s a simple bracelet that you wear day and night, and it takes multiple blood pressure readings on the back, so you don’t have to worry about knowing that the reading is happening. It then reports the results to a smartphone app. You need to measure the band with an independent cuff (supplied) once a month. The only downside is that you can’t read, it does it in the background when you sit still. Not yet available in the US
Apple AirPods Pro second generation
Apple AirPods Pro 2
$249 from apple.com, £229 from apple.com/uk
Not only are the earbuds great for running, walking or other exercises, AirPods Pro 2 offers a great new addition: the Hearing Test. The five-minute test plays the sounds you receive by tapping your iPhone’s display. Finally it will give you an assessment of how your hearing is working. Since you can use earbuds as a hearing aid, this is a great health benefit.
And, of course, AirPods Pro 2 sounds great for playing music, podcasts, or a good portion of Time to Walk in Apple Fitness +.
Therabody Theragun Help.
Therabody Theragun Help
$149 from therabody.com, £125 from therabody.com/uk
It’s easy to overdo it when you start a new high-intensity exercise routine. Many of Therabody’s massage tools will help you overcome sore or tight muscles. The most advanced models include LED lights and haptic feedback. But this model is a good start: it’s beautifully built and has three links.
Withings Sleep Analyzer.
Withings Sleep Analyzer
$129.95 from withings.com, £129.95 from withings.com
Maybe you want to track your sleep but you don’t want to wear anything to do it, not even a ring? Then a Withings tablet that slides under your mattress is a great way to go. It can detect sleep apnea, detect snoring and check your heart health. Discreet but strong.
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