GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR WORKOUTS

As the new year begins, many of us prepare to set health goals and make fitness resolutions. But staying motivated and making the most of your workouts, especially once the initial excitement has worn off and the January blues have kicked in, can be a challenge. The good news is that you can transform your fitness resolutions into long-lasting achievements with the right tech and mindset.

Fitness trackers have moved on significantly since the early days. Now, the best sports watches and activity monitors are packed with sensors, collecting vast amounts of data about your health, fitness and well-being, including your sleep, movement, heart rate, blood oxygen levels and much more. The best ones put that data to good use, enabling you to spot trends, track your progress over time and even get tailor-made recommendations about improving your habits.

Many fitness trackers also have built-in features allowing you to share your progress and putting you head-to-head in challenges with your friends – a great motivator if you’re competitive. Even if you’re not, research suggests that tracking your daily activity can bring about long-term positive behaviour change. It can also be an effective way of reconnecting you with your body, switching you on to which habits are making you feel good and which you can leave behind in 2023.

To elevate your fitness experience in the new year, consider upgrading the essentials that will instantly make working out more enjoyable. The more fun exercise is, the more you’ll want to do it. Start by curating a motivating workout playlist packed with your favourite tunes that get your adrenaline pumping, and then find a pair of headphones built for comfort and stability. We also recommend investing in a pair of welldesigned, supportive trainers. Finding the right shoes can significantly impact your workouts and your motivation to get out and hit the gym, road or track.

In the new year, fitness should be about enjoyment and not exhaustion. Tracking your goals, building awareness, and refreshing your essential kit are excellent ways to sustain your fitness journey and make it a lasting part of your lifestyle.