Fitness stories - Page 2

The Smart Rope is a nifty innovation that uses LEDs to give the appearance of a display floating in front of you - and that's just the beginning.

Current tracking tech can pinpoint GPS accuracy to within a few metres. It will get much more powerful in the next decade, Daniel Lewkovitz says.

Nike is set to release its self-lacing sneakers, called HyperAdapt 1.0, later this year. The shoes tighten automatically when you step in.

Health monitoring devices are set to triple by 2020, with over 70 million worldwide, according to a study by Juniper Research.

Kiwis are being asked to dig deep as CSC's Adrian McKenzie takes to the road to raise funds for a cause close to his heart.

Wearable tech forecast to flourish, with smartwatches leading the £21 billion market, says Gartner.

Overall, a significant amount (74%) of people using an activity tracker say the device is helping them cope with their condition.

Wearables are not just for fitness tracking, as companies like Horus Technology are developing technologies to enhance the lives of the visually impaired.

You’ve undoubtedly heard about the fitness measurement craze that’s underway - FitBit has a brilliant device to help you get through.

Les Mills launches immersive fitness technology to 'gamify' workouts, aiming to reshape the global fitness industry.

Ingram Micro has signed a sub-distribution deal which will see it offering the Moov range of fitness wearables in New Zealand.

Under Armour has jumped on the digital health bandwagon with the release of the UA Record, the latest addition to the digital health and fitness network.

The new Hello Sunday Morning (HSM) mobile app has been developed with a $50,000 grant from the Medibank Community Fund (MCF).

Fitbit announces release of three new products for different fitness levels and goals. Prices start at $179.95.

Melbourne PT Sarah Florence shares her frank experience with Fitbit Flex, praising its ease of use but questioning calorie tracking accuracy.

NZDF launches 'Force Fit' app to help Kiwis achieve military-grade fitness, with no gym required. Aimed at boosting nationwide fitness levels.

With the addition of these new products, Fitbit offers the widest variety of trackers, at affordable prices across all mobile platforms.

Frankly, unless you have fallen off the treadmill and smashed your face in, you don’t need to tell us every detail of your workout routine.

So you've committed to training over the holiday season for the 2013 Great Adventure Race to Cure Kids, Jen Rutherford shares some New Year preparation tips for the race.

Jen Rutherford explains how entering the 2013 Great Adventure Race to Cure Kids extends more than just our physical abilities.

As the 'connected health and fitness' arena takes off internationally, one vendor is launching its assault on New Zealand and says the new, burgeoning market holds potential for local retailers and resellers.

A kiwi software boss is in training to take on one of the world’s most well-known public sporting events, the ING New York City marathon.

Revolution in productivity: Why lying-in might just be the secret weapon you need, backed by sleep experts. Say goodbye to guilt and hello to efficiency.

Not only does your pregnant body not fit into your regular workout clothes anymore, it also may not fit into your regular workout routine.