News, reviews and articles about health, fitness and sports products and accessories.
I reviewed the Withings original WiFi Body Scale back in 2010 and have been using it almost daily ever since. I like how it records my weight so that I can see trends using my Android smartphone or iOS device. Withings has recently announced a new model called the Smart Body Analyzer. Priced at $149.99, […]
Instead of inserting a monogrammed club marker into your golf club grips, why not use something that can analyze your golf putting swing to help you improve your game? With the 3BaysGSA PUTT analyzer, you’ll be able to analyze your consistency, face and attack angles, tempo, back-swing and down-swing times, impact speed, and swing path
Analyze your golf putting swing with your club marker Read More
There are all sorts of activity monitors and pedometers on the market right now that will show humans how active or non-active they are. Now your pets can get some of that action, with new features from Tagg. We featured Tagg’s the Pet tracker back in 2011 and found it to be an interesting way to
Tagg now tracks your pet’s activity, or lack there of Read More
I’ve seen little devices like this before, but this one apparently has a Lightning connector to work with the newest generation of iOS devices. The Alcohol Tester for iPhone 5, 5th-gen iPod touch, iPad 4, and the iPad mini needs no apps to work; you just plug it in to the Apple device and it’s
This accessory for iOS devices tests your alcohol level Read More
Many kids and adults nowadays have trouble getting off the couch and exercising. Running is not the most enjoyable activity for kids, and it takes time out of a busy schedule for adults. But what if you had another reason to do that running? The iBitz by GeoPalz has come up with a device and
Track your family’s activity levels with the iBitz activity monitor Read More
I felt it was time for a quick followup on my original Joyetech e-cigarette review. I’ve now been almost six months cigarette-free, that’s approximately 4500 cigarettes I haven’t smoked! So no 4000+ nasty chemicals, a huge saving in money, my taste has returned, I’m feeling way healthier and my clothes (and I) don’t stink !
Different battery mod types for e-cigarettes Read More
Every time we visit my in-laws, there is always a discussion about speed eating at the dinner table. We debate whether it is good or bad for you, but normally the general consensus is that it’s not; the theory being that it can cause you to overeat. Changing the fast eating habit can be
Eat slower with the HAPIfork Read More
You always have your iPhone 5 with you to take photos under normal conditions, so why should you invest in another camera to take action photos? With the protective XD5 for iPhone 5 case from Optrix, you’ll get a rugged, waterproof case to protect your iPhone in extreme conditions. Optrix says they use the same
Turn your iPhone 5 into a rugged sports camera with the Optrix XD5 case Read More
Flopping earbud cords can be a problem when you’re trying to listen to music as you walk, run, or workout. This clever little headphone keeper has a built-in groove that prevents the cord from moving around so much, and it prevents the earbuds from dropping to the ground when you remove them from your ears.
Corral your cords with Klingg Read More
Keeping track of your overall fitness normally involves pesky pedometers and uncomfortable chest straps. But these do not cover everything, and its your responsibility to put the information together. Basis has come up with a watch that incorporates a pedometer, heart rate monitor, sleep tracker, and more. The Basis band collects and analyzes your data
Basis brings style and fitness into a single watch Read More
lark has released the larklife tracking bands. The $149 package included a daytime activity band and a nighttime sleep tracking band integrated with a IOS coaching app for logging diet, exercise and alerts. The application tracks the users actions, diet, and sleep patterns. The data is analyzed on the back-end servers and makes suggestions and tips to improve performance.
larklife tracking fitness wristband tracks activity and sleep patterns Read More
There are various methods of making emergency medical information available in case you are injured and can’t talk for yourself, but they don’t always have information about notifying your emergency contacts. With EmergencyLink, information for the people you need to be notified immediately in case of emergency is included with your account, and they’ll be
EmergencyLink could save your life, or the life of a loved one Read More
Stash the Golf Swing Recording Camera in your bag, and you’ll have a powerful tool for improving your golf swing at your fingertips. This gadget from Hammacher Schlemmer is about the size of a fairway iron; the 3-ft long shaft ends in a turf spike so it can be easily placed in the tee box
Use this golf club-sized camera to record your golf swing Read More
Can a pair of shoes be considered a “gadget”? The new Reebok ATV 19+ has to come awfully close. The carbon rubber sole is comprised of 19 irregular “lugs” designed to grip any terrain you find yourself on, be it snow, mud, sand, or grass and still provide a cushioning support to the foot. More
Go off-roading in just your shoes Read More
Julie has reviewed the Tervis water bottle (see related links), and I have a lot of Tervis tumblers in various shapes and sizes. They work great to keep your beverage hot or cold and prevent rings on your furniture from condensation. Tervis has just announced a line of Star Wars designs that should please the
May the beverage be with you Read More
I like to be as minimalistic as possible when I workout, especially on my runs. To keep my mind off the pounding of the pavement, I like to have music with me when I run outside or when I watch movies and shows while on the elliptical machine or treadmill. Typically, that necessitates earbuds with
JayBird BlueBuds X wireless sports earbuds review Read More
In keeping with my fascination with wearable fitness devices, I bring you the Amiigo fitness bracelet, which is a project currently in the funding stage on the indiegogo website. Unlike other wearable fitness wrist devices (the Nike FuelBand and Fitbit Flex), the Amiigo is a two piece fitness device; one piece you wear on your
Let’s get fit with the Amiigo fitness bracelet Read More
Note: This product is actively seeking funding on a European crowd-funding site called Ulule. Bicycle helmets are a necessity for safety but a pain when you’re not actually riding your bike. When not being worn, Overade’s folding helmet folds to reduce the volume of the helmet to a third of the original size for easy storage off the
The folding bicycle helmet by Overade Read More
Fitbit has added a new device to their line of wearable fitness trackers, the Flex. The Flex is a waterproof fitness monitoring device designed to not only track your basic fitness functions (steps, calories, distance traveled and active minutes), but it also tracks your hours slept and the quality of sleep through its own software.
Fitness tracking is all in the wrist with the Fitbit Flex Read More
When my daughter was learning to tie her own shoes, we found some stretchy shoe laces that made it a bit easier for her to get her shoes on her feet without her having to loosen/tighten her laces, too. The older lady who lived next door wanted some of those laces so she could get
Stop tying your shoes with shoe HICKIES Read More