HIDRATESPARK SMART STAINLESS STEEL WATER BOTTLE
Whether you’re working out or chilling out, there is nothing more vital to your health than staying hydrated, so who better to trust with helping you do so than a brand that literally has “Hidrate” in its name? Self-proclaimed as the world’s smartest water bottle, it’s safe to say that other companies aren’t putting up much of a fight in this field, as this shatter-and-odor-resistant container comes rounded out with an LED sensor that lights up to remind you to drink. Even more impressive is its Bluetooth connectivity, allowing you to keep track of just how many sips you take en route to reaching your goal.
TANGRAM SMART ROPE
Yes, there is even a smart version of the jump rope you used in grade school gym class. While this shouldn’t come as much of a surprise at this point, Tangram’s high-tech Smart Rope sets itself apart from similar ones on the market, thanks to its mid-air LED display, accurate charting capabilities, and a sturdy pair of alloy ball bearings in each handle for enhanced stability. Plus, specs aside, it sure looks cooler than any jump rope you’ve ever used before.
UPRIGHT GO 2 POSTURE TRAINER
If you have a problem maintaining your posture, you’re not alone, and this is simply one product that proves it. Thanks to Upright’s internal sensors and user-friendliness, you can train yourself to keep as aligned as can be by straightening up whenever you feel the small device’s vibration on your slouched-over back. It also features a long battery life in case you require extra training, but the manufacturer claims the device should have you adjusting your posture on your own in just two weeks.
NUTRIBULLET PERSONAL
Whether it’s a green smoothie, pasta sauce, or baked oats, the Nutribullet lends a hand in helping you stick to your diet goals and eating as healthily as you choose. Capable of mixing your ingredients in less than 60 seconds, there’s no need to worry about a prolonged recipe — simply toss up to 24 ounces of ingredients in here and let it go to work.
WITHINGS BODY+ SCALE
Sticking to your weight goals is much easier when you have a scale to base it off, and no option will get to know your body better than Withings innovative Body+ scale. With its seamless data syncing to the manufacturer’s accompanying smartphone app, it allows up to eight different people to keep track of their weight. Plus, just like most things nowadays, it has built-in Alexa, allowing you to take note of intricacies like your BMI without even lifting a finger.
FITBIT INSPIRE 2
Fitbit’s Inspire 2 offers top-tier activity tracking for the price, including steps, total distance, and calories burned. It even has 24/7 heart rate monitoring capabilities that recognize resting heart rate, as well as REM sleep tracking to keep note of how well you’ve been physically resting. The Inspire 2 is waterproof to depths as low as 50 meters, too, so you can feel free to swim with it all spring and summer long as you maintain your goals one lap after the other.
THERABODY WAVE ROLLER
As one of the leaders in therapeutic tech, Therabody’s high-end catalog of smart recovery devices comes in abundance (there are three in this guide), and its Wave Roller is a great place to start. This Bluetooth-enabled body roller offers a handful of distinct vibrating frequencies and up to three hours of battery life to utilize each one. It’s also incredibly comfortable thanks to its high-density PU foam composition, which is highlighted by a unique wave texture to provide added pressure to whatever muscle is necessary.
SENSORIA SMART SOCK V2.0
When we say they make a smarter version of everything nowadays, we meant everything from head to toe, with the latter being where you might find Sensoria’s Smart Sock. As the second version of the product that the brand has released to date, this innovative accessory is made from a technical, workout-ready fabric. So, you’re probably wondering, “What’s so smart about it?” Well, it’s lined with a textile sensor, which pairs with a smartphone app that tracks steps, speed, altitude, and even foot landing technique. If you’re a track athlete looking to get every last detail of your talent, then this is a worthy purchase.
BEATS FIT PRO
There’s no shortage of workout-tailored headphones worth mentioning here, but none of the options are built to stay put as well as the latest release from Apple’s subsidiary. The Fit Pro’s flexible wingtips provide the perfect fit, almost making it impossible for these to slip out in the middle of your reps. Plus, with six-hour battery life and quality ANC, these allow you to stay in the zone for as long as it takes, no matter how many songs are on your playlist.
CUBII JR1 DESK ELLIPTICAL
If you’re working from home and are too worn out by day’s end to hit the gym, then you should most definitely consider buying a desk elliptical. Cubii’s JR1 is the smoothest-operating option around and even comes equipped with an LCD display to let you know how many strides you’ve taken and calories you’ve burned. Plus, it’s as quiet as a mouse, allowing you to pedal away with ease, all the while focusing on your Zoom meeting or even catching up on your favorite show.
LUMEN TRACKER
When you consider how inconsistent our bodies are, keeping track of your metabolism is one of the hardest things to do. Luckily, Lumen’s state-of-the-art device has instituted a refined way of measuring it, allowing users to burn fat, lose weight, learn how to enhance muscle mass, and boost their morale overall, with no need for added supplements. By way of its internal CO2 sensor, a single breath can help indicate just what your body needs to fuel up and either maintain or reach your goal weight.
PELOTON GUIDE
Peloton is known for pushing the needle as far as sports tech goes, and its Guide camera is an often-overlooked reason as to why. This living room-appropriate addition to the manufacturer’s catalog is equipped with a built-in camera that helps you keep track of your fitness goals with its internal Movement Tracker tech, putting the power in your hands with no need for someone to watch over your shoulder.
THERABODY POWERDOT 2.0 DUO
Therabody’s PowerDot 2.0 Duo may look like a science fair project, but it’s far more advanced and has earned hype garnered from professional athletes. By using the muscle stimulator’s designated app, you can customize its intensity as you speed up muscle recovery and relieve any pain. Pulses are sent to stimulate your nerves through neuromuscular electrical stimulation, soothing any soreness along the way and ultimately aiming to improve your performance tenfold. Simply let the PowerDot work its magic when you’re coming off a hefty workout.
APPLE WATCH SERIES 7
While brands like Garmin may have come first in this field, few smartwatches offer the convenience of an Apple Watch, as the same notion applies to virtually every Apple product. The Silicon Valley tech giant’s latest iteration of its flagship smartwatch features the largest, most colorful display to date, in addition to its immaculate fitness tracking capabilities, like checking your heart rate and tracking your sleep. Most importantly, it syncs up with your phone, so all your data will transfer right over and allow you to stay up to date on any device.
TEMPO MOVE
Think of Tempo Move as a maxed-out version of Peloton Guide, primarily due to the brand’s trademark 3D Tempo Vision. This tech paves the way for real-time feedback by tracking your workout as you do it, practically serving as a personal trainer in the heart of your living room without taking up all that extra space. It also comes equipped with a pair of smart weight plates that the Move can capture upon using them, providing tracking and guidance. With over 1,000 classes to choose from, this is a great choice for self-starters.
GOPRO HERO 10 BLACK ACTION CAM
Documenting your workout has never been made easier than with the HERO 10 action cam, going to show that GoPro remains a leader in its class. User-friendly in every sense, the San Mateo-based brand’s latest iteration is beyond easy to operate and can record crisp 5.3K video resolution at an eye-popping 60fps. Whether you’re scaling mountains, pulling off parkour stunts, or simply going on your morning run, GoPro allows you to capture every move you make along the way conveniently and with precision.
BOWFLEX SELECTTECH 552 ADJUSTABLE DUMBBELLS
For those aiming to build up muscle mass without heading to a crowded gym, Bowflex’s SelectTech dumbbells are an outstanding choice for working out at home. They’re capable of being adjusted anywhere from 5 to 52.5lbs in increments of 2.5lbs and additionally are rounded out with durable molding that makes for much quieter workouts than you might be used to, leaving you all the more room to focus with no unwanted clanging of metal.
THERAGUN PRO
We’re ringing TheraBody in for another quality gadget that’s sure to come in handy when you’re in recovery. As its name would suggest, the TheraGun Pro is the brand’s premier massage gun, and that comes as a result of its powerful brushless motor providing pro-grade muscle treatment for up to five hours. It’s even rounded out with an OLED screen for easy adjustments, displaying the current speed that you’re able to adjust on your phone using the brand’s app.
LITEBOXER FLOOR STAND STARTER
Pardon the jump in price, but this is a jump in technology. Liteboxer’s highly innovative Floor Stand Starter is a great way to get a full-body workout at home while maintaining in-house boxing’s authentic integrity. Liteboxer looks to keep you motivated by combining its proprietary Rhythm technology, expert training, and a library of the latest music into one sleek piece of equipment. Whether you’re looking to improve your footwork or defensive moves, the Floor Stand Starter is a great way to get in shape.
TONAL HOME GYM
There are smart gyms, and then there is Tonal Home Gym. Serving as the archetypal standard in this field of all-in-one systems, Tonal is debatably the most advanced piece of exercise equipment you’ll find on the market today. With the ability to personalize your workout programs through a variety of different options, like yoga, strength, or mobility, anyone in your house can craft a routine of their own, thanks to over a thousand different classes to choose from. Plus, for an additional price, it comes equipped with a surfeit of accessories like the Smart Handles and Smart Bar, which allow you to adjust the weight digitally.
