FROM SLEEP-ENRICHING DEVICES TO CONNECTED INSOLES, MEET THE SEASON’S BEST NEW SALUBRIOUS MONITORS, APPS, TRACKERS, AND MORE TO KEEP YOU IN TIP-TOP SHAPE

BY TIA KIM

Beddit Sleep Monitor
The concept of a sleep monitor isn’t novel, but this tracker from Apple-owned company Beddit comes in the form of a 2mm thick sensor strip that disappears under the sheets, eliminating the need for extra wearables while you slumber. The device helps improve sleep habits by tracking several metrics like sleep quality, heart rate, breathing, snoring, and environmental factors such as room temperature and humidity. The Beddit app will then supply personalized guidance and tips for achieving your sleep goals. $150, apple.com

Myzone MZ-Switch Heart Rate Monitor
A game changer in making heart rate training more accessible, this nifty monitor can be worn three ways: on the chest, arm, or wrist, even during laps in the pool or ocean. A light indicator glows different colors depending on which zone you’re in, so you never have to break your stride. ANT+ and Bluetooth enabled, the Switch syncs with in-gym screens, cardio equipment, and bike computers (including Peloton), and it can also pair with Apple Watch or Samsung wearables. $159, myzone.org

HidrateSpark STEEL
Meet the water bottle that will tell you when it’s time to hydrate. The Hidrate Spark is an insulated, stainless steel smart bottle that keeps track of your daily water intake via its companion app, and an LED sensor puck will glow when it’s time to sip.

 

The steel vacuum also keeps your H2O ice-cold for up to 24 hours, so you’ll officially have zero excuses for slacking on your water consumption ever again. It’s also available in a kaleidoscope of fun colors like Sedona red, coral, and cloudy amethyst. $65, hidratespark.com

InsideTracker
In 2009, a cadre of Ivy League scientists specializing in aging, genetics, and biometric data developed a bespoke nutrition and performance platform that analyzes users’ blood, DNA, and lifestyle habits to deliver hyper-personalized, actionable health and nutrition guidance. The next generation of Inside Tracker debuted late last year with a completely redesigned iOS mobile app that integrates real-time data from your FitBit, Garmin, or other fitness tracker with your existing blood and DNA biomarker data, making your personalized action plan even more fine-tuned to your specific health and wellness goals. Starting at $179, insidetracker.com

Amazon Halo Band
It seemed only a matter of time before the mega corp released its interpretation of the fitness band, but Amazon’s Halo does indeed bring something fresh to the crowded space. The screenless band sports an accelerometer, temperature sensor, heart rate monitor, and two microphones, and in addition to the usual laundry list of health tracking benefits, it offers two original features: partnering with your phone’s camera to create 3-D scans of body fat, and listening to the emotional tone of your voice. The intent is to create a more holistic snapshot of overall health. $70, amazon.com

Digitsole Smart Insoles
At this year’s virtual Consumer Electronics Show, French tech company Digit sole exhibited its Walk Active smart insoles transferable inserts that can outfit any existing shoe. Through ten different biomechanical parameters, the connected insoles learn everything about the wearer’s specific walking and running styles and suggest improvements in the app. And for winter runners, there’s also a Warm Series, granting you toasty warm feet even in frosty temps – simply control the temperature from your phone. $199, digitsole.com

Oral-B iO Series 9 Toothbrush
A $300 electric toothbrush might seem excessive, but Oral-B’s latest iteration of the iO Series makes its case for the hefty price tag with smart technology that actively works to improve your brushing behavior. The Smart Pressure Sensor protects the gums by glowing red when you’re brushing too hard, and the interactive color display is equipped with 3-D teeth tracking and AI recognition to provide real-time coaching for a more thorough clean. The brush, of course, connects with the Oral-B app to map out your brushing behavior across the 16 zones of the mouth. $299, oralb.com