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Enso Pearl tracks time when you’re interval training
Stop watches, apps, interval timers, there are countless ways to keep track of time with fitness gadgets specially designed to make working out a little bit easier, but nothing looks quite as slick and weird as the Enso Pearl. It may sound like the name of a new tampon brand, but the Enso Pearl is in fact a compact device that counts down to a specific time to form a full circle. Some other fitness gadgets can … Read entire article »
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‘Diet goggles’ being made to trick the greedy
We all know what ‘beer goggles’ are about don’t we? Things tend to look a bit better once you’ve drunk a few units… Well, knowing this, a team of Japanese scientists from the University of Tokyo have decided to take this literally and work on bringing to market ‘diet goggles’. Yes, you read that right. The idea is that If you put on a pair of ‘diet goggles’, your food looks a lot bigger than it actually … Read entire article »
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Motorola’s MotoACTV watch gets Twitter and Facebook integration
Motorola’s MotoACTV smart watch complete with MP3 player, GPS tracking and all kinds of workout data has had a new update this week, which means you can now use it to view Facebook and Twitter posts too, all from its teeny tiny screen. As well as getting a fancy new social media style update, the devices now also provide users with more heart rate data, better workout planning and different ways of viewing workout maps too. The … Read entire article »
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Kinomap Trainer app lets you cycle the Tour de France from the gym
Nothing can beat a good run along the beach or a cycle through the park, but because it’s not always possible to get outside and workout, we think we’ve found the second best option. The Kinomap Trainer is a new application from ExcelLane, which allows users to exercise from home or the gym while watching videos taken from all kinds of geo-located places across the globe. The Kinomap Trainer is a new application for the iPhone … Read entire article »
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Nike launches new running suit inspired by… golf balls?!
The clever minds over at Nike HQ have developed a new running suit, which claims to significantly improve sprint times during the Olympics this summer because of its unique design based on… wait for it… the surface of a golf ball. At the Olympics this summer, American, German, Chinese and Russian athletes will be wearing a new suit developed by Nike called the TurboSpeed. According to Fast Co Design, researchers at Nike claim the fancy new … Read entire article »
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Would you REALLY use the TrekDesk Treadmill Desk?
The TrekDesk Treadmill Desk is… you guessed it… a desk and treadmill rolled into one. Although we can imagine running while you check your emails does get you fit, would you ever be able to concentrate on anything else while working up a sweat? And most importantly, wouldn’t you just look REALLY stupid? It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to work out that The TrekDesk Treadmill Desk is designed to keep you moving throughout the day … Read entire article »
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Listen to music as you workout with the Hoodie Buddie
The Hoodie Buddie’s patented technology allows you to easily listen to your favourite tunes as you workout, by plugging the sweater’s drawstrings into your ears. But, we can’t be held responsible if people look at you like you’re insane… When you workout you can often find yourself carrying all kinds of things with you, keys, bank cards, your phone, your iPod, the list really could go on and on (and on and on). So, we love … Read entire article »
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App promises to get Android users in shape within ‘Just 6 Weeks’
With summer coming up fast, the pressure is on for many to get in shape quickly. With the free Android app Just 6 Weeks, you could be about to get the quick fix you need. The app promises to do exactly what it says on the tin – in just 6 weeks, you’ll be in the shape you want. Just 6 Weeks becomes your very own Personal Trainer, guiding you through your workouts, helping to build stamina … Read entire article »
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The Pear work-out gadget whispers sweet nothings in your ear
A new device called the Pear Square One is a pretty advanced fitness gadget, which aims to track EVERYTHING you do, learn from your past work-outs and provide you with verbal coaching too. The Pear Square one, from the Pear Sports company, is a comprehensive device that aims to provide you with all of the key information you’ll need when you’re working out. Firstly, it comes with a wireless strap-on heart monitor to keep track of all … Read entire article »
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Bodybugg is a gadget specially for calorie counting
There are many health and fitness gadgets on the market at the moment, but the Bodybugg has been designed specially with calorie counting in mind. Lots of the health and fitness gadgets we’ve written about over the past few months have a calorie counting element, like the FitBit Ultra, but very few use a number of different metrics and provide truly accurate data. Well now BodyMedia has developed the Bodybugg, a gizmo specially made for keeping a … Read entire article »
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