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Activity Tracker - worth it or pointless?

27 replies

Squigget · 12/07/2020 22:53

I'm pretty new to exercise and am currently doing a short HIIT workout 3-4 times a week and trying to walk more. I tried C25K but it hurt my knees, however, I've lost almost a stone in the last 6 weeks and am keen to have another go soon now I'm not so hefty. I'd love an activity tracker to count my steps and see my heart rate etc but the more I read up on them the more confused I am. Everything seems to point to them being frequently inaccurate and prone to breaking after a couple of years Confused. I could spend up to about £100 on one but will I just be wasting my money?

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AuntieStella · 12/07/2020 22:57

Well done on losing a stone - that's brilliant!!

I was just wondering if you need a tracker at all. Do you usually have your phone with you?

SerenadeOfTheSchoolRun · 12/07/2020 22:56

Get one with a GPS. It is so much more motivating to know your pace and distance if you are running. Or download Strava onto your phone and measure it that way.