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How Technology Has Moved In On Fitness and Is Not Leaving Anytime Soon

Technology is changing the way individuals are working out. (Healthy Travel) In such an increasingly mobile and connected world, many of our daily activities have been streamlined and made easier by the Internet and technology. In fact, for some of us, it’s hard to imagine life without a smartphone. Our devices ensure that we are always connected, even when we’re away from home. Having access to the internet on the go is a convenience we’ve grown accustomed to, but how has it shaped the fitness industry?

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Five Gadgets and Apps for Getting Fit in 2014

(FitBit) Making a few New Year’s resolutions after the indulgence of the holidays is common. However, sticking to these after the clock strikes 12 is a different matter! We have compiled an essential list of five gadgets and apps to help you stick to your fitness and wellness resolutions, whatever the year brings…

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Analyzing Samsung’s Galaxy Gear for the Sports and Fitness Fan

Above is a picture of the Samsung Galaxy Note 3, left, and a Galaxy Gear smartwatch, right.(Photo: Michael Sohn, AP) It’s not breaking news when I say that Apple and Samsung have been feuding for quite some time now.  The fact is, that feud has burrowed deep into the electronics world.  Now, it can make its way into the world of physical fitness. There has been a lot of speculation surrounding the “smart watch revolution”.  Apple appears to have an iWatch in the works and we all know after today’s announcement that Samsung is releasing its own version of a smart watch: Samsung Galaxy Gear.

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