3 Reasons Why Seniors Need Fitness Trackers
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February 11, 2019
An activity tracker is a wearable, wireless device that records your daily physical activity. According to a national study, fitness trackers have been successful in helping adults increase activity. Especially as we age, being active is important to help combat the increased risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, stroke, and obesity.
Here are 3 compelling reasons why you should consider getting an activity or fitness tracker for your senior loved one:
Sources
National Institutes of Health
World Health Organization
Here are 3 compelling reasons why you should consider getting an activity or fitness tracker for your senior loved one:
- Inspires physical activity. The great thing about a wearable exercise tracker for seniors is it can turn fitness into a game. Seniors can try to beat their “score” each day. If family members also wear trackers, it can turn into a friendly competition.
- Monitors progress over time. Because fitness trackers for seniors archive your data and provide progress reports, seniors can take a look at what they’ve accomplished and see how they’ve improved. This can be a big source of motivation for seniors to continue and to set new goals.
- Improves sleep, eating habits and more. Sophisticated health trackers can help seniors track much more than physical activity. Many models have a heart monitor component which can show how heart rate is impacted by physical activity. Trackers can also measure the quality of sleep your loved one is getting. Others can help users track calories, water consumption, and more.
Sources
National Institutes of Health
World Health Organization