Tech to good health

Tech to good health

It has already been a week into this new year. So how are you doing on your New Year resolution of keeping fit? Not judging, but as it generally happens with New Year resolutions, you might be finding it tough to keep up. Whether a goal for the new year or not, fitness shouldn’t take a backseat. Interestingly, while technology may have contributed to a sedentary lifestyle, it can also come to your rescue if facing a slump in your fitness journey. Here are

Some gadgets and apps that youcan consider:

Smart scales

Those oldish scales are passe, what you might actually need are the technologically-equipped ones. Not only weight, these devices delve deep into your body composition, whipping out details such as bone density, muscle mass, and body-fat percentage. Remember, your health encompasses much more than what you weigh.

Sleep trackers

One cannot stress enough how important a good night’s sleep is for good health. And to take care of that, sleep trackers can just be the thing for you. These delve deep into your sleep patterns and offer insights into the quality and duration of sleep, which you can use to optimise rest. A tip: If opting for one, look for the devices that are aided with temperature sensors, and offer deeper insights such as what is the right time to get sunlight, and have stimulants such as tea and coffee.

Smart air purifier

For those living in north India, especially the Delhi-NCR region, it is more than exercise and nutrition that one needs for a good health. Here, an air purifier is a must; even better, go for the smart kind. Equipped with advanced sensors, these not only purify the air but also monitor pollutant levels. Hence, by adjusting filtration levels based on that, you can create a better respiratory environment, which is extremely crucial for overall health and well-being.

UV-C sanitiser

Hygiene, too, is an intrinsic aspect of health and wellness. Here, portable UV-C sanitising devices can play an indispensable part. These use ultraviolet light to kill germs from the surface of

personal items such as smartphones, keys, etc.

Smart toothbrush

Going much beyond the capabilities of a traditional toothbrush, a smart toothbrush is equipped with advanced features such as pressure sensors, built-in timers, and Bluetooth connectivity. Using these ensures that you brush your teeth for a certain length of time, and apply the right amount of pressure to not damage your gums.

Smart fitness tracker

Such has been the utility of these devices that they seem to be around for an eternity. These are simple, presentable, and easy to use, and offer nuanced insights into several aspects of one’s health, such as heart rate, sleep quality, stress levels, etc. Hence, if you are looking for something sleek and handy, a smart fitness tracker is the one you can go for.

Apps for good health

Apart from the aforementioned gadgets, there are certain apps you can consider:

Nike training club

Using this, you can work out with Nike trainers on-demand or live. There are multiple options of workouts that you can choose from, such as high intensity interval training (HIIT), strength training, yoga, cardio training, etc.

Glo

If keener on doing yoga, Glo is the app for you. The app includes a large repository of on-demand classes. There are live classes, too, and multiple options to choose from, such as Ashtanga, Iyengar, Hatha, partner, prenatal, vinyasa, and power yoga, among others.

Strava

If you are a cyclist or a runner, Strava is a good app. Apart from mapping your route, and tracking your progress, the app also offers challenges and allows you to share your location with others for safety.

HealthifyMe

This all-in-one app helps you with tracking food intake, calorie counting, personalised diet plans, workout routines, and tracking your daily progress. It also connects you with fitness experts and nutritionists for further guidance.

Apart from these, there is YouTube and its large repository of fitness and nutrition videos. Hence, now that we have got you covered you have no reason to ditch on your 2024 fitness goals.