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A fitness app provided by Public Health England, and backed by the NHS, has been downloaded almost one million times as people sought to keep healthy and active during lockdown.

From March until the end of June, there were 858,000 downloads of the Public Health England Couch to 5k app a 92% increase compared to 2019, when 448,000 downloads were recording during the same period.

Couch to 5k is a fitness tool provided by Public Health England which serves as a running plan for beginners, helping those who are unfit or dont regularly partake in exercise to take positive steps for their health and fitness. The application features guided commentary functions from a coach and helps users track progress, as part of efforts to support people who have little or no experience with running.

Recent studies have shown an identifiable link between the currentcoronavirusoutbreak and obesity, with overweight and obese people in the UK being at a greater risk to the virus.

NHS leaders, who have backed the app, say its widespread adoption could alongside other similar fitness apps help aid even more people to lead healthier lifestyles. More than two thirds of people in England are overweight or obese with 876,000 hospital admissions last year related to obesity an increase of almost a quarter compared to the year before.

Dr Nikki Kanani, NHS National Director for Primary Care, said: Lockdown has been a difficult time for so many of us and with millions of people working in new ways and not doing the activities they usually would, we know that it can be much harder to get motivated to get up and go.

It is incredible to see that practical tools like Couch to 5k have become even more popular over the last three months keep going if youve started and download the app if you want to increase your activity levels. It wont be the right solution for everyone, but its a simple way to begin and small steps can make a massive difference to your health and your lifestyle.

We have all coped differently during lockdown, and for me, running and taking some time out to exercise with my children has been really important for me weve seen huge benefits physically, mentally and for our general wellbeing.

Rosanna OConnor, Acting Director, Health Improvement at Public Health England said: Lockdown has been challenging for us all but its hugely positive to see so many people using this opportunity to get more active and using Public Health Englands app, part of its Couch to 5k campaign.

Keeping active is not only good for our physical health but also crucially at this time helping us look after our mental health. And staying fit and healthy means were also playing our part in supporting the NHS.

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DUBLIN, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Physical Fitness Equipment - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Amid the COVID-19 crisis and the looming economic recession, the Physical Fitness Equipment market worldwide will grow by a projected US$3.2 Billion, during the analysis period, driven by a revised compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%. Cardiovascular Training, one of the segments analyzed and sized in this study, is forecast to grow at over 4.1% and reach a market size of US$8.2 Billion by the end of the analysis period. An unusual period in history, the coronavirus pandemic has unleashed a series of unprecedented events affecting every industry. The Cardiovascular Training market will be reset to a new normal which going forwards in a post COVID-19 era will be continuously redefined and redesigned. Staying on top of trends and accurate analysis is paramount now more than ever to manage uncertainty, change and continuously adapt to new and evolving market conditions.

As part of the new emerging geographic scenario, the United States is forecast to readjust to a 2.3% CAGR. Within Europe, Germany will add over US$79 Million to the region's size over the next 7 to 8 years. In addition, over US$81 Million worth of projected demand in the region will come from Rest of European markets. In Japan, the Cardiovascular Training segment will reach a market size of US$397.5 Million by the close of the analysis period. Blamed for the pandemic, significant political and economic challenges confront China. Amid the growing push for decoupling and economic distancing, the changing relationship between China and the rest of the world will influence competition and opportunities in the Physical Fitness Equipment market. Against this backdrop and the changing geopolitical, business and consumer sentiments, the world's second largest economy will grow at 7.1% over the next couple of years and add approximately US$1 Billion in terms of addressable market opportunity.

The global analysis and forecast periods covered within the report are 2020-2027 (Current & Future Analysis) and 2012-2019 (Historic Review). Research estimates are provided for 2020, while research projections cover the period 2021-2027.

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More than 200 people who visited a Planet Fitness gym in Morgantown, West Virginia may have been exposed to the coronavirus after a client who visited the gym was diagnosed with the illness.

According to a press release from the Monongalia County Health Department (MCHD), the client, who was not identified, tested positive after visiting the gym. Anyone who visited the gym between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24 is being urged to quarantine for at least 14 days and watch for symptoms of the virus. Those who develop symptoms should get tested by their primary care provider.

According to the press release, 205 people were at the Planet Fitness during that window of time. Currently, MCHD public health nurses are engaging in a contact tracing process to determine how far the virus may have spread.

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McCall Gosselin, Planet Fitness spokeswoman and senior vice president of communications, told TODAY that there had been no other cases reported.

"We have been working closely with, and following the recommendations of, the Monongalia County Health Department after being notified that a member in our Morgantown, West Virginia location had tested positive for COVID-19," she said. "Out of an abundance of caution, the club (was) temporarily closed for deep cleaning and we are not aware of any additional members or team members reporting symptoms at this time," she wrote in an email.

According to NBC local affiliate 12WBOY, there were still clients at the gym as of Sunday, June 28.

"Its always been good. It always has been good," Planet Fitness member James Cottrell told 12WBOY, saying that he was aware of the incident but was confident in the gym. "Theyve always done a good job supplying the cleaners and everything else everyone needs, plus if you its not really, let me say, up to the gym ownership. I would say its more of the patrons duty to keep the place clean and I think if everyone would contribute it would go a lot smoother."

The gym officially reopened on Tuesday, June 6.

"We will continue to take every necessary precaution to ensure the safety of our community, and have taken a number of steps across all of our locations, which include enhanced cleanliness and sanitization policies and procedures, extensive training for staff, physical distancing measures, reducing physical touch points in the club with touchless check-in, and more," Gosselin said.

As coronavirus cases continue to rise in West Virginia, Dr. Lee B. Smith, the MCHD executive director and county health officer, said that people who do go out in public spaces should continue to wear masks and socially distance.

These measures have proven to slow the spread of COVID-19, Dr. Smith said in a press release. If we want to continue to open up businesses and avoid the need to reverse some of the steps we have taken, people must take these precautions seriously.

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June 30, 2020 // Franchising.com // New York, NY - Virtual Health Partners (VHP), an innovator in cost-effective virtual health and wellness solutions, and Gold's Gym, the worlds trusted fitness authority, today announce the launch of their highly comprehensive live virtual fitness and nutrition programming and on-demand services to members of GO365, a Humana brand, powered by Concierge Health's Connected Ecosystem.

VHP empowers and incentivizes GO365 members to become more active and take control of their health and fitness goals by tracking participation and progress to achieve rewards.

In partnership with Gold's Gym, VHP streamlines the home workout process by granting members exclusive on-demand classes, live workouts, nutrition, training tips, progress tracking, accountability groups, and 24/7 access to Gold's Gym fitness experts. This virtual system fills in the gaps that are left by the new regulations imposed on the fitness industry by COVID-19, providing a sense of community many people need to stay inspired and motivated.

"This pandemic has accelerated the need to provide consumers a fully omnichannel fitness and wellness offering, both in our clubs and at home," shares Adam Zeitsiff, President & CEO of Gold's Gym. "Virtual Health Partners enables us to deliver world-class fitness, training, and class variety that Gold's Gym is known for the last 50+ years, straight into GO365's member's home. Leveraging Concierge Health's ecosystem, we can provide an end to end solution making data collection from the home seamless for the members to receive their reward benefits."

"Our model provides a scalable and customizable solution to fit any of our partners' needs all thru a turnkey HIPAA and Privacy compliant platform," states Jillian Bridgette Cohen, VHP Co-Founder, and CEO. "Our extensive understanding across multiple sectors has enabled us to build broad integration capabilities within the marketplace, which, in partnership with Gold's Gym, has allowed us to help merge the fitness, medical, and insurance industry cohesively."

Virtual Health Partners (VHP) is an innovator in cost-effective health and wellness, focusing on live, virtual nutrition, fitness and lifestyle modification within a contained ecosphere of support. Offered exclusively through networks of participating partners including insurers, hospital systems, physicians, corporations, pharmaceutical, medical device, fitness and nutrition companies, VHPs Business-to Business-to-Consumer (B2B2C) model provides a SaaS and PaaS solution that is scalable and can be white labeled to fit partners needs. Through the private, HIPAA compliant platform, VHP provides its partners with a turnkey solution for clients in the areas of weight loss and weight loss procedures, metabolic syndrome, oncology, womens health, digestive diseases, cardiac rehab, preventative medicine, plastic surgery and general wellness.

Gold's Gym has been the world's trusted fitness authority since 1965. From its beginning as a small gym in Venice, California, Gold's Gym has grown into a global icon with nearly 700 locations in 29 countries. Featuring personalized transformation plans, state-of-the-art equipment, certified personal trainers, a diverse group exercise program and a supportive, motivating environment, Gold's Gym delivers the most dynamic fitness experience in the industry. The Gold's Gym experience includes GOLD'S STUDIO which gives members access to boutique-style classes like GOLD'S FIT, GOLD'S BURN and GOLD'S CYCLE, all under one roof along with GOLD'S AMP, the first digital personal training app from a brick-and-mortar gym. More than a gym, Gold's Gym combines coaching, community and more than 50 years of fitness expertise to help people around the world achieve their potential through fitness.

Concierge Health, a Las Vegas wellness company, provides engagement solutions that drive member activation to reduce healthcare costs, improve outcomes, and enhance member experiences. Concierge Health takes a holistic approach to an individual's healthy lifestyle bringing in data anywhere and from everywhere. The technology provides a comprehensive view of an individual's wellness data, enabling better insights, better decisions reward/reimbursement opportunities.

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The pandemic may have turned our world upside down, but many people staying home have found solace in online classes, workshops and lectures. At Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), which has an Outpatient Center at the Omni Building in Uniondale, participation in virtual health and wellness offerings has increased almost 500 percent since March, according to Robyn Wiesel, associate director of Public & Patient Education.

The webinars, which are open to the public, have garnered interest nationwide. Many are offered free of charge or for a small fee. They run from an hour-long discussion on managing chronic pain to seven-week sessions in yoga, Pilates or Tai Chi. Student athletes can take exercise classes. Older adults can get advice on dealing with arthritis. People can learn why good posture is important and it can be improved. The list goes on. The classes are offered on Zoom or occasionally via conference call.

"HSS is a recognized leader in musculoskeletal health, and the online offerings help us continue to honor our commitment to promote health, fitness and quality of life. All instructors are credentialed HSS staff members," said Ms. Wiesel. "Our lectures and workshops aim to educate and give participants a sense of community, and our exercise classes help them maintain or enhance their fitness level."

In the midst of a pandemic, the ability to take some control over our health can empower us and reduce stress, according to Julia Kim, PhD, a clinical psychologist at HSS. "Physical movement is not only great for your body, but also for your mind and emotions. It helps to release stressful or unwanted energy in a healthy way, allowing for muscle tension to release."

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In a recent nationwide survey on mental health by the US Census Bureau and other federal agencies, one-third of respondents reported symptoms of depression or anxiety. Dr. Kim points to the value of online engagement to help us feel better, even when we're isolated from family and friends.

"Being stuck at home for any reason does not mean you cannot engage in life. Learning to adapt and do things in different ways gives us more freedom and the opportunity to live life to the fullest at any given time," she says. "Technology provides a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, reinforcing that you are not alone and providing the ability to engage in classes together. It's also an opportunity to meet people with similar interests, even if via video or phone."

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Katherine Shapiro, E-RYT 500, a senior yoga teacher and master Pilates instructor, says the response from participants has been overwhelmingly positive. "I have received several letters and multiple comments that the program has been their sole reason to get out of bed in the morning and kept them sane during the stay-at-home order," she says. "I have been told that after class they feel joyful and uplifted. The feeling is mutual, as I, too, look forward to the classes and feel joy in seeing everyone onscreen."

Surveys by the HSS Public & Patient Education Department indicate that the sessions not only have enhanced participants' physical health but have lifted their spirits as well. These are some of their comments:

"Just want you to know that, during this crazy time, your class is invaluably sane-making. Thank you for the virtual anti-depressant! It means a lot!"

"Thank you for the opportunity to be in a caring/sharing support community with professional leadership and knowledge. My feelings of stress and isolation are reduced, and feelings of gratitude and self-regulation increased."

"The planets were aligned today and I had you with music and instruction. It was an exceptionally wonderful class, full of calm and peace. There is truly something magical about doing Tai Chi with you. I'm thankful that technology is able to allow us to meet up, to see and hear each other despite separation."

Anyone can sign up for an online class. Lectures have no limit on the number of participants, although exercise programs have a maximum enrollment of 25 to ensure that everyone can get the feedback and attention they need. The instructor can see participants onscreen and advise them on their form.

HSS adds new online events and classes weekly, according to Ms. Wiesel. "The goal is to reach a diverse group of people of all ages and to meet the needs of our community. We are currently scheduled through mid-August, with some events still being added. All you need is a computer, laptop, tablet, iPad or smartphone to access our online programs. A call-in option is usually available too."

Webinars are also offered in foreign languages. A workshop in managing arthritis presented in Cantonese was very well-received, and the Public & Patient Education staff are planning offerings in Spanish, Cantonese and Mandarin for the fall.

For information and to sign up, visit: https://www.hss.edu/public-patient-education.asp Additional lectures are offered on the HSS YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDps2oOp60a7TEfDWuePJkarYGkS2ReQv

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As people around the world continue to spend more time than usual at home, reports suggest that they have not stopped prioritizing their fitness. In a recent study from Global Web Index 85% of global consumers reported undertaking some form of exercise in recent months, with 51% relating that home workouts are their preferred form of exercise.

A March 2020 survey found that 16% of adults in the U.S. were watching an increased number of online exercise videos, in another study60% of young people in the U.K. said they had been finding exercise helpful in managing their mental health these days.

All across the globe it can be seen that spending more time at home has not robbed people of their passion for staying fit and healthy. Below, we discuss three leading fitness brands whose services Samsung Health has made available through the 2020 Samsung Smart TV platform1to ensure that consumers are empowered to stay healthy from home now, and into the future.2

Thanks to the fully immersive picture quality of Samsungs 2020 QLED 8K TV range, Samsung Health users can now enjoy a whole new standard of at-home wellness content on vibrant, ultra-large screens.

Calm is a leading global health and wellness brand whose app ranks number one in the mental fitness category. The Calm app contains an extensive library of mindfulness, meditation and sleep content that Samsung Smart TV consumers receive access to free of charge.

Calm provides a range of meditation programs, music tracks and sleep stories that offer a wide array of durations and difficulty levels. The apps mindfulness programs, for instance, offer a 7-day option for beginners and a 21-day option for advanced users. Whats more, Calms services are delivered to you through the pleasingly familiar voices of Hollywood celebrities including Matthew McConaughey and Stephen Fry and singer Leona Lewis, who have all recorded their voices for the app. Calm Kids content available on Samsung Smart TVs also allows families to get immersed in mindfulness, featuring everything from meditations with Thomas & Friends to piano lullabies from Disney classics like Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Mulan.

Fitplan is a dynamic mobile app that partners with world-class trainers to allow them to share their proven workout methods and empower users. With Fitplan users can identify their ideal physique, and ensure that they are working towards attaining it while also embracing a healthier and fitter future.

Using their Samsung Smart TVs, consumers can get free access to six workout plans and 50 different classes featuring five professional trainers Melissa Alcantara, Natalie Jill, Brittne Babe, Jana Webb and Cam Speck. Through the Fitplan app users can set weekly goals, keep track of their stats, upload progress photos and add friends to share progress and plan joint workouts. Whats more, the apps form check feature helps users ensure that theyre performing each exercise properly.

Jillian Michaels is a well-known American personal health and fitness expert, author and television personality. The Jillian Michaels Fitness App provides users with access to interactive daily workouts, and additionally offers a premium paid service that provides customized exercise programs in multiple modalities that cater to individuals of all fitness levels.

Currently, Samsung Smart TV users can access a 28-day, curated workout plan, with adjustable beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. For users who are short on time, the app provides brief 7-minute workouts so that consumers can inject a little movement into their days when and where they can.

If anything, staying fit and active has only become more important as people spend increased amounts of time at home. Now, with Samsung Smart TV partnering with leading fitness brands, users can rest assured in the knowledge that a wide array of workout and wellness materials are available at their fingertips.

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After more than two months of closures due to the coronavirus pandemic, Dubais UFC GYM is now operating at full capacity and welcoming members to its spacious clubs in Business Bay and JBR.

A franchise of the UFC GYM in USA, the Dubai UFC GYM promotes a blend of fitness and mixed martial arts (MMA) programmes across all age groups, regardless of gender. MMA is known to improve strength and confidence as well as mental toughness and resilience in individuals. It is particularly beneficial for kids as it enhances hand-eye coordination and builds courage and self-discipline from early on.

The UFC GYM is affiliated with the UAE Jiu Jitsu Federation, which enables it to host and take part in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitions and belting ceremonies in the UAE. We are following every piece of advice from the government, health officials and fitness governing bodies within the UAE, and have taken extra precautionary measures to ensure a safe work-out environment in our clubs, says Krzysztof Soszynski, former UFC contender and Director of Fitness and MMA of the UFC GYM in the Middle East. He encourages UAE residents to invest in health to boost immunity and wellbeing to lower the risk of infectious diseases.

We offer an extensive programme of functional fitness and mixed martial arts, and these blend skill training and conditioning. Our functional fitness classes are usually high-intensity training classes, and focus on speed, agility, core strength, and flexibility. The UFC GYM signature classes, which include boxing conditioning, kick boxing conditioning, Fight Fit and Daily Ultimate Training, build fitness, strength, stamina and discipline. Outside the signature UFC GYM classes we offer a variety of MMA disciplines, which include Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA skills and conditioning, says Soszynski.

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According to Lisa Garrett, Engagement and Corporate Manager, The UFC GYM has increased its cleaning manpower to ensure that the facilities are fully sanitised and disinfected. Our staff are having their temperatures taken every day and anyone who enters into our clubs must have their temperature checked as well. If anyone shows symptoms or has a temperature above 37.5C, they will be not allowed.

There are also hand sanitiser and cleaning stations throughout the facilities. We have also ensured that our coaches and members make sure that all the gym equipment are wiped down before and after use, ensuring that social distancing rules of two metres is adhered to throughout the facilities, she says. The changing facilities and showers are fully operational in the gym and members are given fresh towels on arrival, which are then laundered and sanitised.

All the classes are running to full capacity. However, we are encouraging contact-less mixed martial art conditioning classes by using dummies and striking bags, says Soszynski.

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A health and fitness company near Nailsworth raised over 1,800 for Stroud Women's Refuge through Zoom classes at their studio.

When lockdown forced the closure of the Personal Best studio and clinic, owners Carl and Kristine looked for alternative ways to keep their clients exercising and motivated.

The solution was Zoom classes which they hosted for free, asking clients to make a small donation to the Stroud Womens Refuge.

Carl Benton, owner and personal trainer said: The Refuge has been our chosen charity' for some time and last year we raised over 3,000 through a pre-loved clothes sale. We wanted to give something to our clients to keep them moving, motivated and happy, as well as doing something for such a deserved cause.

The team also built a brand-new membership site, recorded over a 100 exercise videos, wrote numerous health and fitness related articles, uploaded 100 healthy recipes, and created a 21 Day Challenge for clients to take part in.

We are delighted that we were able to raise more than 1,800 for the refuge, with more money still drifting into our Just giving page, said Carl.

With lockdown restrictions lifting, the clinic has reopened for chiropractic treatment, but with the studio not yet able to open, its Zoom classes all the way for the Personal Best clients.

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A major US well being specialist warned Congress on Tuesday that new coronavirus cases could much more than double to 100,000 for each working day if authorities and the community are unsuccessful to get steps to suppress the pandemic.

Infectious illness pro Anthony Fauci, a main member of President Donald Trumps coronavirus undertaking power, mentioned the United States was headed in the incorrect route on the pandemic and demanded that Individuals have on masks and avoid crowds right after lax behavior propelled new outbreaks.

Im extremely anxious and I am not glad with what is heading on, since we are going in the erroneous way, he testified to a Senate panel.

Alarming spikes in new cases in southern hotspots Texas and Florida are driving the everyday countrywide full of new scenarios to more than 40,000 for each working day, and they have to have to be tamped down swiftly to stay clear of hazardous surges somewhere else in the nation, Fauci stressed.

Obviously we are not in whole handle ideal now, he reported introducing: I would not be astonished if it goes up to 100,000 a day if this does not change close to.

The dire messaging reinforced issues about the US potential to rein in a pandemic that has claimed some 126,000 American lives.

The testimony comes as the United States, the worlds most difficult-strike nation, with a lot more than 2.6 million infections, was remaining off the checklist of 15 nations to which the European Union will open its borders from July 1, and as it grapples with how to assure a secure reopening of faculties in the coming months.

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Fauci reported he considered some states are skipping above some of the checkpoints that assure harmless reopenings of small business and general public spaces.

And he also offered a blunt concept to the nations young grown ups who have engaged in unsafe habits together with congregating in bars, not carrying masks, and not pursuing social distancing guidelines.

I imagine we will need to emphasize the accountability that we have, both of those as individuals and as aspect of a societal work to stop the epidemic, that we all have to enjoy a component in that, Fauci explained.

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The head of the Facilities for Ailment Management and Avoidance, Robert Redfield, sounded the alarm about rising trajectories in a number of jurisdictions, including COVID-19 hospitalizations growing in 12 states, and said it was significant that just about every American can take private responsibility and embraces the use of deal with coverings.

But the chairman of the panel, Republican Senator Lamar Alexander, also pointed the finger at Trump, declaring the president had the energy to conclusion politicization of mask-wearing that indicates if you are for Trump, you never use a mask. If you happen to be towards Trump, you do.

That is why I have advised that the president sometimes have on a mask, Alexander stated.

The president has lots of admirers, they would stick to his lead, he extra. It would assist conclusion this political debate.

Trump, who refuses to don a mask at community gatherings and in the earlier has mocked his rivals for putting on them, has signalled he needs to transfer on from the coronavirus crisis and concentration on his re-election marketing campaign.

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Democrats which includes his November election rival Joe Biden have savaged the president for deficiency of leadership on pandemic mitigation.

Tuesdays hearing focused in aspect on regardless of whether the United States can adequately put together for tens of hundreds of thousands of youngsters returning to college in the coming months inspite of the resilient pandemic raging in some states.

The American Academy of Pediatrics has advocated that the coming university yr get started with college students physically current in educational institutions, arguing that youngsters are considerably less likely to come to be symptomatic or severely ill with coronavirus than grownups.

Fauci himself mentioned he feels quite strongly we want to do whichever we can to get our kids back again to university.

He also claimed he was cautiously optimistic that a vaccine could be prepared by the conclusion of the calendar year or early 2021.

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Just as its changed how we work and socialize, the COVID-19 pandemic has likely forced you to switch up how you exercise. Maybe youve ditched the treadmill for trail runs, spin class for outdoor bike rides, or in-person yoga classes for on-demand sessions. With more time at home, youre possibly working out more than ever before. If youre looking for a way to measure all of your progress, a fitness tracker or smartwatch can give you important information on how hard youre working and how far youve come. There are lots of options out there, though, so we asked fitness professionals from Pilates instructors to marathon swimmers about their favorite trackers. Based on what type of data youre looking to track (like distance and speed for running or heart rate for interval training), their recommendations below should cover all types of workouts.

Recommended by athletes across multiple disciplines, the Apple Watch is likely your best bet if you plan on doing a mix of different activities. Lucy Kapell and Joe Kaufman, competitive swimmers with the Westchester Masters Swimming Association, rely on the watch for tracking their laps both in the pool and outside. It calculates lap swims accurately, and the settings can be easily adjusted for the length of the pool, says Kapell. Since it measures heart rate and calories burned, its also useful for workouts where you dont need to carefully track metrics like speed or distance. Gustavo Padron, a yoga instructor with the on-demand workout platform Glo,Leada Malek, a fitness instructor and sports physical therapist, and Equinox group fitness instructor Amanda Katz all use the watchs heart-rate function to measure the intensity of their workouts. Padron says, Paying attention to my heart rate can help me decide if I need a chill or more intense class.

Other users, like Corrie Alexander, founder of The Fit Careerist, and fitness blogger Michelle of Bliss From Balance, like how the watch syncs with other iPhone workout apps for following along with specific workouts. For example, Michelle says Peloton addicts will appreciate how the watch links to the Peloton app for feedback during classes. No matter what type of exercise theyre doing, fitness pros agree that the Apple Watch keeps their workout progress on track. As Katelyn DiGiorgio, vice president of training and technique at Pure Barre, says, The activity rings [on the Apple Watch] have kept me more engaged than other fitness trackers Ive used. I love the visual of closing a circle on each of the three simple activity ring tracks standing, moving, and exercise each day. It becomes addicting. Anthony Guidarelli, CTO of CITYROW and Mindbody, and Pilates instructor Meredith Simmons agree that meeting goals on their Apple Watches keeps them accountable.

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Like the Apple Watch, the Fitbit Versa 2 syncs with your phone and can support other apps, including Amazon Alexa. Corey Lewis, personal trainer and co-founder of the digital wellness platform 1AND1 Life wears his Versa for a range of activities including hiking, yoga, bike riding, and weightlifting. He likes how the Fitbit community motivates him to train harder. They provide a leaderboard with challenges and awards, and the ability to set personal goals, he says. Personal trainer Sean Alexander, founder of Model Trainers, uses his Versa 2 for lifting weights, swimming, tennis, and hot yoga. One of my personal favorite features is the built-in HIIT timer that allows me to preset intervals for resting and working times before my workout, and then it will automatically start a timer for my active and rest moments at the push of a button, he says. Its much cheaper than an Apple Watch, so its a good one to try if youre just dipping your toes into the world of fitness trackers.

With modes for tracking elliptical workouts, rowing, daily steps, and more, the Garmin Vivoactive is another worthy contender for an all-around fitness tracker. Shannon Curran, a Westchester Masters swimmer, uses it for running, walking, and pool swimming. It has GPS good for walking and running and it will map your walk via the Garmin App, she says. I particularly like that it follows the number of laps that Ive swum in real time so if I lose count during a longer set, I can check my watch. If youve taken up roller-blading during the pandemic (which many have, as seen in the number of sold-out skate models), Mike Grebinsky, an instructor with Empire Skate Club, says the watchs cycling mode works well for tracking speed and distance while skating. He likes the extra-long battery life and how he can lock the screen so it displays just the metrics he needs. When I skate, I have to pay a lot of attention to the roadway so I dont have much time to look at my watch, he says. A newer version of this watch, the Vivoactive 4S, is this writers own personal pick for tracking everything from running to sleep, and Peter Reynolds, who runs the cycling style blog the Discerning Cyclist, calls the 4S a stylish everyday watch with good tracking and really strong battery life.

Magdalena Boulet, a member of the Hoka One One running team and winner of several 100-mile trail races, needs a tracker with a battery life that can stand up to her intense training schedule. While shes tried other brands, nothing has come close to the long-lasting Coros Apex watch. I love being able to wear it all day and charge it about once a week, despite putting miles on the trails or bike-commuting to work daily, she says. It even charges really quickly. Besides the battery life, shes impressed by the Apexs accuracy and how quickly its GPS picks up a satellite signal. It also tracks swimming and cycling if those are part of your routine, too.

Like Boulet, fellow Hoka One One athlete Joseph Gray the first Black American runner to win the USA and World Mountain Running Championships looks for a watch with generous battery life. Thats why he wears the Casio G-Shock Move, which is actually solar-powered so it wont quit on him during a run (you can charge it from an outlet, too). As for its functionality, Gray tells us, It pairs with the new G-Shock Move app, which helps you measure your VO2 max, build training plans, and even plan your recovery.

Since handlebar-mounted bike computers are easy to see while riding a bike and track tons of cycling-specific metrics, cyclists tend to prefer them over watch-style activity trackers, says Neile Weissman of the New York Cycle Club. Weissman and the clubs treasurer Bob Gilbert agree that Garmins computers are among the most popular because of their range of functions, large screens, and frequent firmware updates. Besides tracking speed, time, distance, and altitude, this model gives you turn-by-turn navigation on a preselected route and even has an alarm you can set to prevent your bike from getting stolen. When paired with a heart-rate monitor (on your wrist or around your chest), itll also give you feedback on VO2 max and recovery.

Even if your Ironman race or local triathlon race is canceled this year, this multisport Garmin watch will help you train in all three disciplines so youll be ready to go when things open back up. Paul Johnson, founder of Complete Tri, says, It tracks everything you can imagine, and looks stylish enough to wear when dressed-up, too. Billy Ferguson, founder and CEO of Trivelo calls it the daddy of triathlon watches and a masterclass in multisport smartwatch technology, adding that the current iteration is lighter and thinner than any previous edition.

Several swimmers mentioned that they love the Garmin 735XT, a slightly more affordable version of the Forerunner 945. Its accurate counting my laps in any distance pool, says Janine Serrell of the New York Open Water swim club. I also use it in the open water its accurate for distance and speed and its fun to see the maps of where you swim. Westchester Masters swimmer Serafina Sumargo likes how it tells me in real time how many laps Ive gone, and that it syncs up with the Garmin Connect and Swim.com apps for logging workouts. Its also a favorite of accomplished marathon swimmer and New York Open Water member Abby Fairman.

If you dont want to keep looking at your wrist while swimming, Westchester Masters member Andy Feldman recommends these smart goggles. The heads-up display is great for feedback while youre swimming, he says. They track total distance, lap splits, stroke count, and average speed, and they seem to accurately distinguish one stroke type from another. The goggles link up to a smartphone app that syncs to other popular tracking apps like Training Peaks and Strava.

To gauge how well theyve recovered from workouts, lots of top athletes (including professional basketball player Sue Bird) use the Whoop strap which measures stress, rest, and sleep. Its also a good choice for weekend warriors looking to maximize their fitness. Rex Chatterjee, creative director of the digital media firm Dune Road Lifestyle and a former competitive bodybuilder, says Whoop gives him a holistic view of his bodys current state, and Rachel Lapidos, beauty and fitness editor at Well+Good, likes how, compared to a tracker that only measures steps or distance, Whoop provides more personalized feedback on her workouts. With the recovery score, I feel like Im doing my body more of a favor, since I know that if my score is low, I should take it easy rather than push myself, and vice versa, she says.

Anthony Chavez, a master trainer at CorePower Yoga, is also a Whoop fan and, like Chatterjee, he appreciates the focus on overall health and behavior. Ive even begun to notice trends in the metrics based on how hydrated I am or how a glass (or two) of wine will affect my sleep and overall recovery the next day, he says. Andrea Fornarola, founder of the barre and dance fusion studio Elements Fitness calls the Whoop her newest obsession, and Nathan Forster, CEO and founder of the on-demand workout platform NEOU, says its also his tracker of choice. Both Jenna Arndt, director of instructor operations at Swerve, and SoulCycle master instructor Maddy Ciccone, mention Whoops strain coach, which, as Arndt explains, guides you how hard to push based on your recovery level. The Whoop strap doesnt have a display (youll have to view all your data on the app) so its better for evaluating and planning your workouts rather than getting real-time feedback.

[Editors note: In order to use a Whoop strap, you must first sign up for a monthly $30 subscription.]

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