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Fitness ideas you can do at home

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Looking for fitness ideas? We know the mental and physical benefits of staying fit. We feel mentally and physically better and we get a good night’s sleep. Yet we don’t all seem to get the amount of exercise we need to keep fit. There are plenty of reasons why you might skip a workout. No time around work and kids or maybe no spare money to buy at-home equipment. 

Luckily, you don’t need a gym or equipment or even a lot of spare time to fit exercise into your week. There are so many workouts you can do at home. Some only need ten minutes of your day.

Are you ready to learn more?

Yoga

There’s a yoga style and pace for everyone. If you like to gently stretch your body you’ll love Yin or Hatha. It’s calm and relaxed. If you’re into building your strength then power yoga will really push you.

There’s an abundance of classes accessible online. You can go to YouTube and find a class that suits you best. Eventually, you might create a routine of your own!

You don’t need much for this. A mat would be nice, but essentially a soft surface will do. 

To really benefit from this, you could incorporate your fitness tracker, if it comes with an app for breathing or meditation. Devices like the Fitbit Charge 4 come with a native relaxation app, so check it out!

Pilates

Pilates does require some equipment but luckily, there are two kinds and the other, much like yoga, only needs a towel or mat. There are about 34 classic movements and you can work your way through, and memorise them, to build your own routine. 

Dance (like no one is watching)

For almost every style of music there’s a dance. If you’re into pop, hip hop or ballroom dancing, you can go it alone or with a partner right there in your living room. Dancing is known to do wonders for mental health as well as physical. You can burn up to a whopping 500 calories during an hour of dancing. 

Have you succumb to the temptation of TikTok yet? Why not teach yourself one of those dances all the kids are doing?

You can curate a playlist on your music streaming service of choice and simply hit play. You can also look up instructional videos if you want to learn something specific.

If you’re keen to know how many calories a genre of music burns for you, you’ll need a reliable calorie counting fitness tracker. The Nike FuelBand is an excellent tracker to monitor this for you. Check out our review here.

Barre

We’re willing to bet not everyone has heard of this. Barre looks gentle, but really it’s a beast of a workout. Focused on improving your core strength and cardio endurance as well as your balance. You can use a wall or even ironing board for balance. If you’re in need of hand weights we all know you can grab a can of beans for that. You won’t want anything heavy; you’ll be burning after a 20 minute session. 

If you’re thinking of picking this style of workout up, and you want to monitor your activity levels, we recommend the Garmin Vivofit 4 to start. It’s a no-frills activity tracking device for those who love to keep fit.

HIIT

HIIT stands for “high-intensity interval training”. It’s wonderful for blasting through some calories in a short space of time. The premise of HIIT is to go as hard as you can in very short bursts. You might go burpees for 45 seconds then spend the remaining 15 seconds of that minute resting, then you go again for a given number of sets.  

Again, YouTube is your friend. You can easily create your own routines, too. Squats, jumping jacks, burpees, mountain climbers and push ups will be enough to get an all round body workout, all in one spot!

You will hugely benefit from using a smartwatch or fitness tracker that can record your sessions here. Knowing your heart rate zones will help you alter your sessions to suit your fitness goals. We recommend you check out our comparison of Garmin and FitBit, where you’ll find links to some great watches with heart rate zones for monitoring how you’ve performed during your workouts.

Planking

A plank is another dark horse. It looks easy, but it’ll have you sweating in 30 seconds or less. It works wonders on your core and upper-body strength. There’s more than just one position. You can try multiple positions and improve as you go. Variants like the side plank, for one. 

You can utilise your traditional timepiece for this exercise. Or, if you have a chronograph, you can time yourself incredibly accurately. The Omega range is perfect for this, and we wrote about it here.

Bodyweight leg day

If you’re keen on trying planks, you can incorporate some bodyweight leg work into the mix, too. As planks are the best thing for core strength, squats and lunges are the best for your lower-body. Again, two moves that look easy, but they’re a challenge. Try 10 in a row. If you’re just getting into fitness, this should be quite hard. Aim to add one or two more reps each time you workout.

You can easily fit these into your day. You can do a few reps whilst you wait for the kettle to boil or the microwave to ping. If you’re working from home, there’s ample time to squeeze a few lunges in between meetings or emails.

Climbing the stairs

If it’s wet and miserable outside and you live in a house or apartment block, guess what? You can get a great workout by climbing the stairs. See how fast you can complete all the steps, or mix it up by taking two at a time, or turning left to right as you go. 

You could incorporate this into a HIIT workout by doing a set of stepping followed by 45 – 60 seconds of jumping jacks or squats. This would be a great workout for your legs and bum. 

If you’re used to big outdoor adventures, your altimeter watch will come in handy for this kind of exercise. You can read our recommendations for altimeter smartwatches here.

Couch Potato

Did you know you can use your sofa to exercise? It’s as simple as tightening your entire body, every muscle you can, during the ad breaks and releasing when your show comes back on. 

You can go from sitting to standing during the breaks, too. This will get your heart rate going and will give your thighs a good blast. 

If you want to work your arms, you can also do tricep dips by holding onto the sofa.

Kickboxing

If you were born in the early 80s or before, you’ll likely remember Tae Bo, a set of home workouts in the 90s. It was a mix of taekwondo and boxing, hence the name. It was awesome for improving cardio endurance, flexibility and balance. Essentially, it was what we know as kickboxing today.

If you’re into fast-paced movements that get the blood pumping, kickboxing could be for you. The official Tae Bo YouTube channel is still running. You can do most of the classes without a punching bag or gloves.

Check out our review of the Moov Now. A no-frills fitness tracker that acts as a personal trainer on your wrist. Perfect for those reaching a new personal best.

Final thoughts

If you find it a challenge to get to a gym or if leaving your house isn’t easy, don’t feel downhearted. There are so many options to get a great workout into your routine, in your own home. Best yet, you don’t even need any equipment for the most part. Working in some of our suggestions will not only boost your physical fitness, but your mental health too.

What will you try first?

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December 22, 2020 By Maygen Leave a Comment Filed Under: Fitness & Sports Watches, News Tagged With: Altimeter watch, Fitbit, fitness, fitness at home, fitness tracker reviews, fitness trackers, Garmin, Moov Now, Nike, superwatches

Garmin Vivofit 4 – A No-Frills Activity Tracker For Fitness Enthusiasts

Fitness enthusiasts looking for a 24/7 wearable might be impressed with the Garmin Vivofit 4. Simplistic nature and no-frills functionality make it a reliable accessory for not-so-tech-avid users.

Its strengths are unbeaten battery life as well as improved design and comfort compared to the Vivofit 3.

The watch is perfect for the weekend warriors as well as those looking to become accountable for their daily activity, but who don’t really care about smart notifications on the wrist.

Is it the right activity tracker for you? Read our review to find out all you need to know about it.

Background

Garmin Vivofit 4 is the upscale version of the Vivofit 3. It has sleeker lines and more stylish display design, but it doesn’t come with all those sassy bands the Vivofit 3 used us to.

If you don’t mind a simpler – and still fashionable – wristband, though, you’ll get higher resolution, a coloured display, and more clock and daily smart features if you opt for the Vivofit 4.

One of the simplest and cheapest Garmin wearables, the Vivofit 4 is a fitness tracker at heart with timekeeping functionality, but it lacks smartphone notifications, GPS, and a heart rate monitor.

Garmin advertises this smartband as perfect for those looking for an inexpensive fitness tracker. But with tough competition from the likes of the Moov Now and Fitbit Alta HR, it might need more than stellar battery life to stand out.

Features

Garmin Vivofit 4 is what we can call a fitness tracker in the true meaning of the word. Smart features are limited to counting steps and calories burnt, as well as tracking your activity and performance.

Connectivity features include Bluetooth and ANT+, but they only serve to allow the device to communicate with the Garmin Connect app so that you can check your activity and progress.

The lack of smart notifications limits its features to those of a classic timepiece. You’ll still be able to access weather forecasts, though, and use the device as an alarm clock, timer, and stopwatch.

Although it lacks GPS and notifications, I like that it features Garmin’s Find My Phone feature you can use to locate your… ehmmm… misplaced mobile device.

If you want to motivate your kids to get some movement, you’ll love the Toe-to-Toe feature you can use to challenge your youngsters to a step competition by wirelessly connecting your tracker to a nearby Vivofit Jr. 2 or another Vivofit 4.

Design

The Vivofit 4 is one of Garmin’s most elegant smartbands. It’s noticeably thinner than other Garmin wearables, meaning it looks sleeker on your wrist and is also lighter – an important aspect for an activity tracker designed to wear 24/7.

It comes with interchangeable TPU or silicone bands. Colour-wise, you can pick from solid black or white or speckle black, blue, and purple straps. No doubt, the speckle twist enhances the aesthetic factor and makes it more suitable for both adult women and younger ladies.

While the strap material doesn’t look exactly fashionable when you want to match it with more formal wear, it does feel comfortable when worn uninterruptedly for weeks.

The Vivofit 4 comes in two sizes for smaller or bigger wrists. Swapping bands is easy by simply pulling the tiny device out of its strap and placing it into another.

A big improvement compared to its predecessor is the colour display that enhances the user experience. A button below the touchscreen makes it easy to navigate through the menu and visualise the travelled distance, step count, or calories burnt.

Another nice twist compared to the previous Vivofit devices is the always-on display that lets you use the activity tracker as a regular timepiece.

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Fitness Tracking

Designed with the fitness amateur rather than the professional athlete in mind, Garmin Vivofit 4 is a rather basic activity tracker. If you’re after a wealth of preset sports profiles, detailed live stats, and performance metrics on your wrist, this isn’t the right smartband for you.

However, if you just want something to hold you accountable for your activity without too many frills, you’re gonna love this device.

Like most Garmin wearables, it incorporates the Move IQ feature that recognises when you’re training and starts tracking your activity without intervention from your side. It’s ideal for walking, running, and swimming, but don’t expect advanced monitoring profiles.

While it lacks a heart rate monitor, it tracks the sleep quite accurately. My favourite fitness feature is the Auto Goal, which basically learns your level of activity and assigns daily step goals.

The Vivofit 4 syncs with the Garmin Connect app, so you can visualise stats and performance on your mobile, and is swim proof.

Main Advantages

  • Unbelievable battery life – you can expect it to last for up to 1 year
  • Simple battery change
  • User-friendly interface
  • Simple to use by the not-so-tech-savvy individuals
  • Always-on colour display
  • Lightweight and incredibly comfortable to wear

Main Disadvantages

  • No GPS or heart rate monitoring
  • No smart notifications
  • Limited smart and fitness tracking functionality

Competition

  Garmin Vivofit 4 Garmin Vivoactive 3 Moov Now Fitbit Alta HR
Display Transflective glass Corning Gorilla Glass N/A Gorilla glass
Resolution 80 x 80px240 x 240px N/A N/A
Size 19 x 11 x 9.4 mm 43.4 x 43.4 x 11.7 mm – 15.24 x 41 mm
Weight 25 g 43 g 15 g 29 g
Band material TPU / Silicone Silicone Latticed rubber Silicone / Leather
Water resistance Swim proof 5 ATM 3 ATM Splashproof
Connectivity Bluetooth Smart, ANT+ Bluetooth Smart, ANT+ Bluetooth Bluetooth
GPS No Yes No No
Heart rate monitoring No Yes Yes – paired with Moov HR Yes
Smart notifications No Yes No Yes
Sleep tracking Yes Yes Yes Yes
Calorie count Yes Yes Yes Yes
Multi-sport profiles No Yes Yes Yes
Interchangeable bands Yes Yes Yes Yes
Battery life Up to 1 year Up to 7dUp to 6 months Up to 7d

How We Tested

One of the Vivofit’s 4 greatest advantages is that it’s equipped with a conventional battery. You won’t have to take it off to recharge it or worry about running out of juice right after you started training.

This feature allowed me to wear it uninterruptedly for two weeks – I could have continued to keep it on, but other smartwatches were calling for a test.

The activity tracker is truly lightweight and comfortable to wear 24/7. It’s swim proof, meaning you can also wear it while you shower; just take it off if you plan to snorkel or dive.

The activity tracking is not the most accurate, but that’s to be expected from a device that lacks GPS. It does keep you accountable for your daily activity though. It’s not for those who have Mo Farah’s ambitions, but great if you just want to lose some weight or boost your health.

Summary

Garmin Vivofit 4 is not a superb entry-level activity tracker. It won’t wow you with its capabilities, but it’s a nice choice if you’re looking for a reliable and affordable wearable. Like most Garmin smartwatches, it does what it’s supposed to do, and it does it well. You can even set competitions with your partner, friends, or kids to upscale your game and boost motivation.

Capable but not stunning, we recommend it for those who don’t mind the lack of smart feature and want a no-frills, budget-friendly activity tracker. 

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Roxana Bikfalvi

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December 16, 2019 By Roxana Bikfalvi 1 Comment Filed Under: Fitness & Sports Watches, Reviews Tagged With: Garmin, girls smartwatch, kids smartwatches, Moov Now, swimming watches

Moov Now – A Wearable Personal Trainer

In a wearable world dominated by Garmin and Fitbit, the Moov Now is rather an odd fit. A weird, screenless device that lacks all smart notifications smartwatches are known for because Moov Now isn’t supposed to be smart.

First of all, it’s supposed to be an ingenious fitness tracker that focuses on your athletic performance alone. Pair it with the Moov app, and you’ve got a third-millenium coach ready to train and motivate you whenever you feel like working out.

Furthermore, expect no annoying push notifications on how lazy you are compared to your peers nor calls or texts on your wrists. Just what you need to boost performance and achieve your fitness goals without distractions.

Background

Moov Now is a brilliant wearable fitness trainer and tracker that is designed with the performance-driven athletes in mind, it motivates you to beat your personal bests.

A range of dedicated sport profiles and various coaching options certainly make it suitable for most fitness-oriented individuals and voice notifications keep you on your toes and correct your form while motivational videos and in-app metrics further contribute to achieving your goals.  

Packing most top elements a fitness tracker should have and also coming in at an attractive price tag, Moov Now is a brilliant device if you want to emphasise performance rather than procrastination.

Features

This is a stellar fitness tracker and virtual coach at a fraction of the price of other wearable devices – including the acclaimed Garmin and Fitbit smartwatches.

Designed for one thing and one thing only, it has no screen or smart features but certainly does what it’s supposed to do.

This fitness wearable tracks all athletic activity, correcting your movement based on the selected sport profile and transmitting the data to your mobile in an easy-to-analyse format. The app is simple and intuitive, rather like the Moov Now.

Finally, it is an exceptional way to keep an eye on your fitness level without getting distracted by all the bells and whistles conventional smartwatches come with.

Design

Moov Now is as simple as it gets. It consists of a small disc – the Omni Motion sensor – that sits quietly in a latticed rubber strap.

The design of the strap is weird yet attractive at the same time, it’s not fashionable nor luxurious but there is a sporty feel to it that inspires. Some people might find it disturbing, and if you suffer from trypophobia, this probably isn’t the right fitness tracker for you.

We do kind of like the minimalist, breathable design of this wristband. Slim and lightweight, it fits all wrists sizes, and you won’t even notice it’s there. Furthermore, a longer strap included in the package serves to keep the sensors around your ankle and monitor your running performance.

While there is nothing spectacular about the design, Moov still gave a stylish twist to this simple device by introducing various colour options for both band and sensor.

Waterproof and dustproof, it can be worn 24/7 so you can monitor your heart rate (with the Moov HR), sleep, and calories burnt.  

Fitness Tracking

Designed to sit quietly on your wrist or ankle and monitor your activity, Moov Now has stellar fitness tracking features.

The small but capable Omni Motion uses three times more sensors than the higher-end smartwatches, and as a result, provides fantastic real-time accuracy.

Multi-sports profiles include running and walking, cycling, swimming, cardio boxing, and bodyweight.

Real-time coaching varies from audio and visual to in-app monitoring; the only profile that doesn’t have an audio or visual coach is swimming, due to understandable reasons.

Moov Now acts as a personal trainer in most ways. It tells you when you’re doing a poor job, how to improve your training, and lets you know when you’ve aced the movement. Minute-by-minute alerts for running, jogging, or swimming, also help you beat your personal bests.

This fitness tracker doesn’t have an outstanding HIIT functionality, but it still offers plenty of workout programs to help you step up your game.

Main Advantages

  • Monitors and records a wide range of fitness metrics
  • Outstanding battery life
  • Easy to configure and sync with your phone
  • Compatible with iOS and Android devices
  • Innovative and motivational

Main Disadvantages

  • Data syncing can be slow sometimes
  • A little less ideal for HIIT workouts
  • No heart rate monitor

Competition

  Moov Now Whoop Strap 2.0 Polar M430 Lumo Run
Weight 15.1 g Not specified 51 g 25 g
Band material Latticed rubber Nanostretch   Silicone N/A
Water resistance 3 ATM 2 ATM 3 ATM No
Connectivity Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth
GPS No No Yes No
Heart rate monitoring Yes – paired with Move HR Yes Yes No
Smart notifications No No Yes   No
Sleep tracking Yes Yes Yes No
Calorie count Yes No Yes No
Multi-sport profiles Yes No Running profile only No
Battery life Up to 6 months Up to 44 hours Up to 8 hours Up to 1 week

How We Tested

To test all functionalities of the Moov Now, we wore it uninterruptedly for one week, trying it for as many types of workouts as possible.

The sensor is highly accurate and records all workouts brilliantly. It works wonders for all sports profiles, although it’s probably not as useful if you’re on HIIT. Besides recording the movement, it also does a great job in monitoring sleep.

We liked the voice commands that let you know what you’re doing wrong and how to correct it, while the video coaching available for some workouts is more than engaging.

Summary

Moov Now seems basic at first glance, but it can certainly put most smartwatches to shame. Furthermore, it records an impressive amount of metrics for most sports as well as correcting your movement and keeping you motivated.

Above all, the Moov Now is ultra-lightweight and comfortable to wear 24/7 and is one of the cheapest yet smartest wearable personal trainers for athletes and fitness junkies.

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Roxana Bikfalvi

A degree-qualified professional writer with extensive experience in copy writing. Expert in product description, reviews, editing and proofreading. Also a bilingual expert in Italian and Romanian where she is originally from.

A wealth of experience in IT and technology, and also a wordpress expert.

December 31, 2019 By Roxana Bikfalvi Leave a Comment Filed Under: Fitness & Sports Watches, Reviews Tagged With: cycling watches, Moov Now, running watches, swimming watches, trekking watches

Best Fitness Trackers for Women in 2020

Best Fitness Trackers for Women

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