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Do Wearables Encourage Movement and Fitness

Posted by on Feb 8, 2017 in Education, Simple Choice Agency | 0 comments

Fitness trackers have become a popular trend over the past several years, with an estimated 102 million devices sold by the end of 2016. But does strapping on a device that provides personalized health data help you improve your lifestyle and stay fit? Expert opinions vary. Here are a few pros and cons based on recent scientific research.   Benefits of Wearables More steps: Research dating back to 2007 found that individuals who used pedometers engaged in more physical activity than participants who didn’t wear such technology. The study also determined that having a step goal,...

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