When we think fitness, we think outdoor, leaving all the tech behind, getting off our phones and enjoying the landscape…It could sound a bit contradictory to associate fitness and tech but, after all, tech is here to help us automate and improve every aspect of our lives. Next time you need extra motivation, skip the “let’s buy a new cute workout outfit” and try the “let’s buy some cool fitness tech”! Here are a few ideas of what you could get your hands on:

 1. A Fitness Tracking Device

A Fitbit, a fitness ring, a smartwatch. Take your pick. The list of activities we can track on those wearables keeps getting longer: steps, calories burnt, distance walked, active minutes, sleep time/quality, heart rate, pace. Choose your device based on what you want to track and set yourself a goal to improve for extra motivation. Doesn’t also hurt that you can share your results with friends on social media for extra recognition!

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Steady and slow is the way to go for #FitbitFriend @mandysjourney_. She loves #FitbitIonic for its GPS, long battery life, and water resistance – all perfect for getting back into running during Fall 🎃 What fitness goal are you working toward?

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2. A Smart Water Bottle

Do you often “forget” to hydrate? Do you want to know how much water you need to drink? This is what a smart bottle will do for you. Based on height, weight and gender, smart water bottles track your water intake throughout the day and alert you when you need to drink more.

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Clear desk, full bottle, can’t lose.

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3. Music

Did you know that there is a whole new category of products out there called “running headphones”? Yes, earphones or headphones that don’t fall off the minute you start running. Treat yourself!

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Designed for minimalists looking to cut the cord and experience the freedom of premium wireless sound, the sleek and comfortable Tarah is perfect for daily training and fitness performance. #runwild #poweryourpassion

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4. Some Light

Maybe what you need is a change of scenery in your workout. Why not try running when the sun is out? Get yourself some shoe lights, you attach them to your favorite pair of running shoes and you are good to go!

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As the days get shorter, we're here to help you optimize your night. https://www.nighttechgear.com/collections/all-products

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5. A Virtual Personal Trainer

Any Kayla Itsines fans reading? She conquered the fitness world with her bikini body guides available on her app. The amount of virtual personal trainers, fitness videos and apps out there is endless. Research by type of workout, download demos and go for it.

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SURPRISE 🎁 … just in time for Christmas ladies😁🙌 NEW WORKOUTS ✅ I’m SO EXCITED😍💪 I have extended my #BBGstronger program by another 12 weeks!! ✅ Also, there are now BRAND NEW ‘targeted body part workouts’ if you want to get ultra specific, ‘quick workouts’ for ladies on the go, extra recovery sessions… and so much MORE… all on the NEW @sweat dashboard 😍😍🔥📲 Download @sweat for the biggest update ever! 🙌 www.sweat.com/app ❤️ Check out @sweat for more 😉😉

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