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Take your workout up a notch with two new fitness watches from Polar

Polar introduced two new fitness watches to help athletes up their workout game. The Polar Vantage V is made for elite athletes looking for the best performance possible, while the Vantage M is designed for the more budget-conscious athlete who still needs detailed metrics tracking.
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Yamaha brings Power Assist ebikes to the U.S. for the first time

Yamaha has announced that its line of four Power Assist ebikes are available in North American cycling shops. This marks the first time Yamaha's electric bicycles have gone on sale in the U.S., as the firm works to build out its partnerships with retailers in an effort to deliver the four models to consumers.
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Mirror unveils a gym-in-a-mirror, so you can watch yourself sweat

Mirror is an on-demand, interactive home gym built into an ordinary full-length mirror. The device is essentially a giant LCD screen: Behind your reflection is a personal trainer who guides you through a variety of workouts. Hang it on a wall, clear a space on the floor, and your den becomes a gym.
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This inflatable stand-up paddleboard can go anywhere with you

Red Paddle Co. created a stand-up paddleboard that is designed to go with you anywhere. The inflatable Compact 9'6" model is a full-sized SUP that has been built to fold down to a size that is half that of a standard inflatable model, while also managing to slide into a backpack that makes it easy to carry.
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Google Fit hands-on: Bare-bones, but effective

You could have earned a Bachelor's degree in the time it took Google to deliver a significant update to its Fit app. It's finally here, and the update doesn't just bring a slick redesign, but it makes fitness tracking far less overwhelming. We've been testing the new Google Fit, here's what it's like.
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Compact home gym uses machine learning to help you work out smarter

Tonal is a new home gym that can help users work out more efficiently thanks to its built-in machine learning capabilities. The system mounts on the wall, includes a 24-inch screen, and can track a user's progress, automatically scaling up the amount of weight in their workouts based on their long-term progression.
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Redesigned Google Fit uses Heart Points and Move Minutes to keep you active

Google is finally giving Google Fit a major update. The company has announced an overhaul of the app that will make it a little more proactive in keeping users active, along with tracking what Google calls "Heart Points" and "Move Minutes." The update is rolling out this week.
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Is Google launching an A.I. fitness coach for smartwatches?

Google is reportedly working on a health and well-being coach for Wear OS devices. Known as "Google Coach," the assistant will suggest workouts, meal plans, and more, based on a user's activity. It could eventually roll out to Google Home and Android TV.
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This cycling computer has a ‘surprise me’ feature for finding random routes

The Mir Cyclo 210 is a cycling computer packed with a variety of features, including turn-by-turn navigation; route, distance, and speed tracking; and full on- and off-road maps for Europe. But one of its best features is the "surprise me" option, which tasks the computer with finding random alternate routes to a destination.
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The Galaxy Watch will make you a better person

The new Samsung Galaxy Watch pushes the edge of the wearable envelope: This smartwatch aims to improve not just your fitness but your overall wellness. But how? In an exclusive interview, Alanna Cotton, Senior Vice President and General Manager at Samsung reveals just what that means.
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Widespread internet access is causing mass sleep deprivation, study suggests

A study funded by the European Research Council claims that high-speed internet may be costing us up to 25 minutes of sleep per night. Surprisingly, the biggest problem isn't among those young people who are under 30. Here's what the researchers found from their investigation.
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Pentagon restricts fitness trackers and other geolocators in high-risk areas

Calling geolocation features in fitness trackers and other mobile devices a 'significant risk' to defense forces the Pentagon issued new restrictions on their use. GPS-equipped wearables and handheld devices must have the feature turned off when the security threat level is too high.
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Garmin’s latest fitness wearables get a workout boost from Gold’s Gym

Owners of Garmin's fitness wearables will get a workout boost thanks to a new partnership with Gold's Gym. The collaboration brings the best of Garmin's fitness tracking and merges it with the expert coaching and upbeat music of Gold's AMP app. Athletes of all abilities will enjoy pushing their limits.
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Fitbit Versa vs. Fitbit Ionic: A battle of the wearable maker’s flagships

Fitbit's latest smartwatch, the Versa, is an impressive wearable but without built-in GPS, does it have what it takes to supplant the Ionic as the brand's signature smart fitness tracker? Its updated operating system (for now), sleeker design, and cheaper price tag suggest it has what it takes.
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Lumen measures metabolism, creates personal nutrition plan with a single breath

Lumen -- an Israeli-based digital health and wellness company -- has launched a new device to help with weight management. By simply breathing into the device, also called the Lumen, users are provided with a personalized nutrition plan to help lose weight and achieve fitness goals.
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Trek now lets you build your bike, right down to the paint job

Trek's new Project One Icon site gives cyclists the ability to custom build their bikes right down to the paint job. The process starts with selecting a bike model, then continues to choosing the colors you want to use on it, followed by adding the components you want, with Trek building that exact model to meet the specifications.
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Garmin’s Edge Explore cycling computer keeps riders connected and more safe

The Garmin Edge Explore is a compact, touchscreen cycling computer with connected features that make it an intriguing option for amateur and pro riders alike. The device features cycling maps, turn-by-turn navigation, notifications, rider-to-rider messaging, group tracking, and much more. The device has a 12-hour battery life and is glove friendly.
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Casio G-Shock GBA-800 review

Is there still a place for a simple activity tracker? Casio has shown there is, provided it looks nothing like a basic fitness band at all. This is the GBA-800, a watch in the classic G-Shock style with activity tracking technology inside. We’ve been wearing it.
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Peloton Digital app gives you unlimited workouts for $20 a month

The Peloton Digital app for iOS is designed to give users yet more curated workout classes, even if they don't own a piece of exercise equipment. The app puts on-demand workout classes at the user's fingertips, and includes outdoor options to go along with the cycling, yoga, and other options.
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You can run a thousand miles in Inov-8’s new graphene-infused shoes

Sports apparel manufacturer Inov-8 has created what is reportedly the first sports shoe to incorporate graphene into its design, bringing increased durability to running shoes, while remaining lightweight and comfortable. Studies show the shoes are substantially more durable than traditional footwear.

Pair your smart mattress with Eight Sleep’s A.I.-powered Sleep Coach

For something so important, it can really be quite hard to get. We're talking, of course, about a good night's sleep. Back in 2016, Eight Sleep launched the Smart Mattress to help us get some shut-eye, and now, two years later, it's back with an A.I.-powered personal sleep coach, available for both iOS and Android.
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Polar M430 review

Primogenitor of the heart rate sensor, Polar has fallen behind other fitness tracking companies like Fitbit and Garmin in recent years. With waterproofing and a large suite of fitness tracking tools, does the $200 Polar M430 have enough to leverage Polar's strengths for a new market?
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Espionage! Fitbit charged with stealing Jawbone’s secrets

On Thursday, U.S. federal prosecutors officially charged six Fitbit employees, both current and former, in an indictment for possession of stolen trade secrets from Jawbone. According to the indictment, these six employees once worked for Jawbone and received these secrets when they left the company.
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Ugh. I’m done with fitness trackers, and so is the world

Remember when tracking your steps, your calories, even your heartbeat throughout the day was the thing? People even wore multiple devices while doing workouts, from cadence monitors to heart-rate tracking chest straps. Turns out people are growing tired of the quantified self. In fact, tech columnist Joshua Fruhlinger has discovered that going for a ride without any tech is a much more enjoyable experience.
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The Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music adds rockin’ tunes to your favorite workout

The Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music is an upgraded fitness watch that adds the ability to store up to 500 songs onboard the fitness-focused watch. this addition makes it an all-in-one solution for runners and cyclists who want to listen to their tunes while working out -- without having to carry a smartphone.
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NordicTrack’s new RW900 rowing machine is a high-tech wonder

NordicTrack's new RW900 smart rowing machine is a high tech fitness device built to get users in better shape. It features a built-in 22-inch screen that provides real-time data on workout statistics, and offers live workouts on demand to provide the boutique fitness experience found in cycling trainers.
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Insomnia keeping you up? The Reverie Sleep Coach may help

The Reverie Sleep Coach is touted as a personalized sleep consultation platform. While other sleep coaches attempt to utilize a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to guiding folks to sleep, Reverie instead offers one-on-one guidance, which is apparently an industry first. It all starts with a quiz.
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Asics is making your running shoes more durable, easier to run in

Running shoe manufacturer Asics has announced that the latest edition of its Gel-Kayano trainer incorporates cellulose nanofibers - a special material created from the biomass of plants – that is 5 times lighter than steel and yet it is also 5 times stronger too, adding strength and durability to the shoes.
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SleepScore app aims to take your slumber to new depths

Having trouble achieving a decent night's sleep? SleepScore is a new free app that assesses your sleep quality via sound waves from your smartphone. Based on a score linked to your sleeping patterns, it then offers a range of "sleep goals" together with advice on how you can achieve them.
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Runvi’s A.I.-infused smart insoles help runners correct their form

Runvi smart insoles are placed inside running shoes and paired to a smartphone to provide real-time feedback and data collection of a runner's form, which is then analyzed by artificial intelligence to create an athlete-specific training plan designed to help them achieve their goals and run more efficiently.
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The Focus Paralane2 may change your mind about how heavy ebikes can be

Road and mountain bike manufacturer Focus announced the new Paralane2, a road bike that continues to evolve the electric market by introducing a model that weighs less than 29 pounds but features a detachable motor and battery that can drop its weight down to 22 pounds when those components are removed.
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The Suunto 9 smartwatch lets you go the distance with 120 hours of GPS

Whether you're a serious athlete or a dedicated outdoor enthusiast on an extended expedition, most smartwatches fall short in terms of battery life while GPS tracking is enabled. The Suunto 9 is the ultimate answer providing for up to 120 hours of battery life with GPS tracking turned on.
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Train your brain and body with SmartFit’s gamified activities

If you're looking for a way to enhance both your cognitive and physical abilities using the latest gamified technology, SmartFit has a customizable program for you. Whether you're an an athlete, a child, an aging adult, or rehabbing from an injury, SmartFit has a range of products to meet your needs.
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Workout data from Polar shows we should work smarter, not harder

Fitness wearable manufacturer Polar collected a wide array of data from users over the past year and the results indicate that athletes can improve efficiency and overall fitness by adopting a heart rate-based workout routine rather than increasing their level of intensity and duration, improving times as a result.