Latest Fitness Tech: New Fitness Gadgets to Get You in Shape

 

Keeping track of your workouts and weight loss is easier than ever with these high tech tools.

Advancements in technology don't only affect the way we talk on the phone and listen to music, they're affecting how we work out. They say that tech gifts are a man's new best friend, but these gadgets are for the fitness buff in the house. These tools, featured on Self.com, are some of the latest in workout electronics. Whatever gets you moving more sounds good to us, and especially if it helps keep users accountable and motivated.

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  1. Heart Rate Monitors - These aren't your grandmother's monitor. Worn like a watch, these devices not only provide your heart rate, but some also offer such information as the number of calories burned, upload your workout information to your computer, interval timers, and GPS locating.

  2. WiFi Body Scale - Be accountable with this scale. Weigh yourself and measure your body fat percentage and the scale uploads your results directly to sites like Twitter or to your smartphone. You can track your success and keep yourself in check by announcing your measurements automatically, or if you prefer to be a bit more private, you can opt out of the auto upload.

  3. FitBit - Keep track of your calories burned, steps taken, and even quality of sleep with this thumb sized clip on device. Clip it to your waistband, or simply put it in your pocket to stay on top of your fitness. Get within 15 feet of your computer and the FitBit transmits the data to the company's website.

  4. Wireless Headphones - Pair these sweat resistant headphones with a Bluetooth device like your cell phone and avoid dealing with awkward wires as you exercise. There are even 3 different earbud sizes to choose from for a custom, comfortable fit.

  5. Video Games - Consoles like the Wii and PlayStation have several games available to get you moving and keep track of your progress. Some programs even work with mountable cameras that follow your movement to make sure you're doing the workouts properly and feature healthy recipes.