Fitness bracelet

Modern technology does not stand still. Every day there are more and more new devices that are designed to somehow facilitate human life. Some devices are already quite tightly entered into our lives, for example, mobile phones, and some are still just beginning to be in demand. One of these devices has become a fitness bracelet. His need has already been appreciated by professional athletes and ordinary people who lead an active lifestyle.

Thanks to this invention it has become much easier to organize workouts and a rest period between them. If you want to purchase such a device for yourself, then you should know some information about them so that the selected gadget brings the maximum benefit from its operation.

Fitness bracelet has several names: smart watch, fitness tracker, smart bracelet. It directly depends on the functions that the gadget performs. As you might guess, you should wear the device on your arm. The fitness bracelet disciplines. People who have purchased such a device for themselves try to sit less or use transport, they become more active physically and achieve the desired results much faster.

A sports bracelet on hand is not a miracle device that will help to achieve the desired results without much effort. It has a slightly different purpose and function. The first is the heart rate monitor, which monitors physical activity and show the necessary data. Depending on the electronic filling gadgets can become an indispensable organizer.

Today, the stores have a large range of fitness bracelets for sports: for running and walking, for swimming, for cycling and so on. Manufacturers promise high-quality and accurate work of the gadget in any conditions. But in practice this is not always the case. People who love sports know how important the accuracy of testimony.

Trackers help to better control your lifestyle, show what load our body has already received and how much more is needed. In addition, its health benefits are invaluable during sleep or in helping with diet.

This invention helps very simply to control the achievement of results and motivates further development. Knowing the exact indicators, people can more accurately adjust certain aspects of their lives. For example, is it worth it to increase the physical load on your body during workouts in the gym or to add an extra lap when jogging, or perhaps review your diet and add or remove high-calorie foods.

It would seem that such a device can not have flaws. But, unfortunately, it is also imperfect. One of the most common negative effects can be called addiction. And here it is not about always wearing it on your wrist. There may be a habit excessive control of resultsthat can turn into real mania.

Another negative point can be called Constant distraction of attention from training on fitness bracelet indicators - it reduces the quality of training. People who are engaged without using a gadget do not take frequent breaks, are not subject to the influence of negative emotions, if some indicator does not reach the norm. But this can be caused by illness, fatigue and other factors.

In order to use the tracker to bring only benefit, you should always remember the main points. Carefully study all the functions of the bracelet and choose the most important ones for yourself. Do not forget about healthy sleep, pressure and heart work, but remember that the numbers should not be the only indicator of your condition.

If we briefly describe the smart bracelet, we can say that it is an electronic device that tracks changes in the biological parameters of its owner. This becomes possible due to a special sensor that counts.

The principle of operation of all fitness bracelets is the same - built-in accelerometer which reacts to any changes in the parameters of the body from the original. This device consists of two boards with an electric charge and a counterweight between them. At the contact of the elements and creates a complete picture of the movement of the user in space.

There are multifunctional trackers that are able to track changes in the position of the owner, his temperature. Many of them transfer data to a mobile device using special software, but there are others, without binding to the phone, which simply capture data.

A fitness bracelet application is usually downloaded directly to a smartphone or tablet. The resulting figures are transmitted to the monitor via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, and the program processes them and gives the user a chart of changes.

After downloading and installing the application, the program will require entering the initial values ​​of the indicators of the organism of the owner. By receiving graphs of their physical activity, each person will be able to make adjustments to their lifestyle, which will help them change for the better.

The more simple sports bracelets include a heart rate monitor. It is very different from the multifunctional gadget in that it tracks changes in heart rate in real time and to some extent its work resembles the work of an ECG machine.

Pulsometers are widespread due to the high accuracy of the data. The device consists of two parts: a sensor and a receiver. The sensor records the indicators and transmits them to the receiver. Sensor can be located on the chest, ear, finger. The accuracy of the transmitted data depends on it. The principle of operation is that the electrodes built into the sensor record the pulse rate, the parameters are digitized, sent to the receiver, where they are processed and displayed on the screen. Modern devices receive data via wireless lines: Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, and the values ​​of the parameters obtained are reflected on the monitors of smartphones or tablets.

The receiver is needed for data acquisition, processing, analysis and storage. A heart rate monitor, like a multifunctional tracker, will require input of the user's initial data: height, weight, age. In addition, the most modern devices are equipped with many additional features that allow users to train more efficiently.

Firms producing fitness bracelets compete with each other in the functional "stuffing" of their devices. Everyone will be able to choose for themselves the devices that perform the functions that are necessary for him. They will help collect and analyze the parameters and build the necessary training schedule, determine the daily body need for calories.

All devices can combine various functions. The most common ones are:

• Counting the number of completed steps. Surely everyone has heard that a day must go at least 10,000 steps, as this helps to keep the body in good shape. The bracelet helps to keep counting, so people often fall into a gambling state, trying to go through as much as possible. But this effect lasts a relatively short time and after a few months, people simply check the data, not trying to adjust it to normal.

• Determining the number of calories burned;
• Determination of oxygen levels;
• The benefits of diet;
• Recognition of types of physical activity;
• Motivation for further study;
• Tracking changes in body temperature and humidity;
• Heart rate and heart rate control;
• Protection against moisture (if the tracker is waterproof);
• Time indicators (hours);

• Goal setting. The user can set the values ​​of the physical load he needs, and the bracelet will help to track the program execution.
• Sleep control, alarm clock. Here it is not quite about waking up a person at a predetermined time. A smart alarm clock detects the phases of sleep and chooses the time to wake up at a certain period of time, thanks to which it becomes much easier to get out of bed in the morning;

This is not the entire list, but it is already clear from it that the gadget will be useful for all people who lead a healthy lifestyle and keep their bodies in shape.

In addition, bracelets that are associated with mobile devices have the so-called Smart features. Through the software notifications to the owner are sent. You can set up an alert through the application and then you will not miss important calls and messages.

It is not difficult to use a fitness bracelet: we put it on a hand and we trace the received parameters. But it seems so only at first glance. If the product is the simplest and does not contain many functions, then it will be easy to set it up, but it is not necessary at all. But if you purchase a multifunctional device, then the setup may take some time. In order to do everything correctly, you need to know some features of the process, especially if you need to connect the gadget to the phone:

1. The first step is to download the application on your phone or tablet and install it. When the installation process is complete, you need to create a new account or use an existing one. Next, the program will ask you to enter the initial values: age, weight and height, and then you will need to set the desired goals.
2. When all data has been entered, the application will ask for permission to turn on Bluetooth or Wi-Fi on the smartphone to pair with the bracelet. As soon as the lights start flashing on it, you should click on the tracker and the pairing process will begin. After completing these simple steps, you connect the gadget to your smartphone, and they will be synchronized in real time.

Remember that the device is discharged during operation. To charge it, you need to perform the following manipulations:

1. Remove the tracker from the bracelet;
2. Insert it tightly into the USB charging cable;
3. Connect the cable to an available USB port.

Fitness bracelets are most prevalent in the United States, a little smaller in Europe and almost never in demand in Russia. But time does not stand still and gradually the Russians turned their attention to them.Each company seeks to create a unique device to attract the attention of the audience. The number of functions and the price of each of them varies greatly. Consider the top most popular models of fitness trackers.

• Jawbone UP Move is a fairly well-known brand. He gives a guarantee for high-quality software. The device is quite reliable and multifunctional, but not waterproof. As for the design, it should be noted that it is very peculiar. But the fairly affordable price makes it very attractive. The device is battery operated and does not need to be charged.

The most popular models are Up 2 and Up 3. In UP 2, the smart alarm function has been added and the design has been improved. UP 3 is equipped with a large number of sensors and its design has become even more refined.

• Misfit shine is the most serious competitor for Jawbone. It also runs on battery. Of the main differences can be distinguished moisture protection, thanks to which you can swim with it. But if you want to purchase a new company gadget, then you will have to order it via the Internet, since official sales are not yet open in Russia.

• Polar It is a device that looks very similar to a regular sports watch. It needs to be charged, since battery operation is not provided. One of the advantages is water resistance - the manufacturer promises high-quality device operation when diving to a depth of 30 meters, which means that washing your hands or taking a bath should not damage the bracelet's work. The price of the gadget is low, which attracts the attention of buyers

You can see the review of this tracker in the video below.

• Company Fitbit produces bracelets on wide straps in a sporty style. They are located on the display, which shows all the information about the state of the body at the moment. Charge the tracker through the cable, charging lasts about a week. Unconditional plus - the presence of a smart alarm clock. Of the minuses we can note the originality of the charger, which is very difficult to replace in case of breakage or loss; lack of protection from water and cold; quite high price.

A video review of the bracelet is offered below.

• Bosch Green relatively recently appeared on the fitness bracelet market. They are distinguished by high quality products from Bosch. The price of them is kept at a high enough level when compared with other analogues, but their sensitivity and reliability are worth it.

• Fitness bracelet Povit includes the functions of a calorie consumption sensor, a smart alarm clock and a pedometer, so the cost of the product is very low. In addition, the bracelet can be purchased at large supermarkets. Its design is suitable for sports and everyday clothes, but you should not wear it for dresses and classic clothes.

• Company "Megaphone" has long been known in the cellular market. In addition to the release of mobile phones and other multimedia products, the corporation also produces fitness trackers. They provide the functions of a pedometer, calorie counting, smart alarm. The device can be controlled through the application in the phone or tablet. Stylish design and low price attract the attention of buyers.

• Firm Lenovo not so long ago presented its fitness tracker. It is an integral device, which is why it is impossible to change the straps. It provides a large number of functions, including water resistance. The device works without recharging for about two weeks. Affordable price only complements the positive aspects of the product.

• "US Medica Cardio Fit" - a multifunctional fitness tracker, made in a stylish design that allows you to choose a bracelet to your taste. The display shows current information. Thanks to synchronization with the application, you can see the history of its activity. All readings are very accurate. The device works without recharging just over two weeks.

We offer to watch a video review of the latest model of the US Medica Cardio Fit fitness bracelet.

There are a lot of smart sports bracelets. Almost every well-known company produces several models of fitness trackers. A large number of features and various designs can be confusing when buying, but the choice depends on your preferences. Knowing what features you need, you can easily buy a suitable gadget for yourself.

For some, the determining factor is the price, and someone pays attention to the number of functions. But all the devices are to some extent similar to each other, they are mainly distinguished by price and design. But there are a few more points on which the choice may depend:

• The fewer functions in the bracelet, the longer it saves charge;
• Devices released in 2014-2015 will cost much less than more modern gadgets;
• It is necessary to consider which platforms the applications work with. There are bracelets for iPhone, Android, running on iOS.

Many buyers are confident that a quality bracelet should be expensive. A good fitness tracker should be multifunctional and waterproof. The fair sex initially pay attention to the beautiful designAfter all, the device must fit a stylish sports look. Gadgets in which the ability to replace the strap is provided deserve a great attention, then you can stock up on multi-colored bracelets for all occasions.

Representatives of the strong half of humanity the most important technical characteristics of the device. They are willing to spend a significant amount of time studying reviews. Many of them even make up their own fitness bracelets rating. The most important additional features, according to men, are the battery capacity, water resistance and the ability to control from mobile devices.

An important role in the purchase has played a well-known brand. All consumers are sure that the more famous the manufacturer, the better and more reliable the device will be. Software also played a role in the selection. Each customer was looking for a device that could be synchronized with his mobile device.

Some men and women who lead an active lifestyle received this device as a gift for a holiday. They said that the people who chose the gift were guided by the following factors: an adjustable strap, a tight, reliable fastener and a bright display. In their opinion, these particular functions must be in good bracelets.

Many people who cannot imagine their life without swimming have chosen fitness trackers for themselves that can withstand long sessions in the water. The case's water resistance, heart rate monitor and distance meter were the main parameters to buy, and other functions became just an addition. Some girls were looking for devices that can be worn not only on the wrist, but also as a brooch or pendant. Such devices cost a little more, but were still in demand.

People who are actively involved in sports and train almost every day, when buying, they turned to sales assistants of sports shops, because they hoped to get the necessary information about the device in this way. The purchased device could begin to use on the same day.

Many people still argue about the need for a fitness bracelet in the modern world. They did not come to a common opinion. But you must admit that even having a nice sports device on your wrist, which is able to calculate all the parameters of sports activities, no one can achieve brilliant results without making any effort to this. By itself, the gadget is not able to lead you to the desired result, but it can play an important role and motivate you to do physical exercises. And everyone will certainly want to see the results of their training, expressed in numbers on the screen or display.

A large number of additional features, such as a smart alarm clock or control of changes in body temperature, will make the process of operating the device even more enjoyable. If there is an opportunity to ask your friends for a time tracker, in order to understand whether you need it or not, then be sure to use it. But to use a fitness bracelet or not is up to you.