In the dead of winter, motivational gear may be the only way to keep some training goals alive. Here are five accessories worth adding to your fitness mix.
1. An App to Stay on Track
With those New Year’s resolutions in full effect, having an app that will keep you on track could be a lifesaver. But with so many free and subscription apps on the market, it can be hard to wade through what’s right for you.
So sometimes it takes something unexpected outside of big branded technologies from Fitbit, Apple, and Nike, for example, to move the needle in your personal fitness world.
Here’s one I bet you haven’t even considered: Motivation Quotes. No, it’s not a heart-rate tracker or any sort of fitness monitor at all, because those are of no use if you can’t get out the door or to the gym in the first place.
Surprise: This daily affirmation app might do more for building a physical fitness routine than you imagined. Customize your daily digital empowerment with backgrounds, reminders, and categories.
2. Solid Sound System
Music can be a huge motivator for training of any kind. But it’s especially helpful indoors when you don’t have nature to entertain you. Ever experienced enlightenment when the right Spotify playlist takes your workout to the next level?
Again, dialing in a sound system looks different for different types of exercises. If you’re on a stationary bike in front of a big-screen TV, it could mean upgrading your soundbar.
Others will want a wireless earbud setup that can stay home or go to the gym. But Bluetooth headphones may not be something worth breaking the bank for. There are many out there, some of which we’ve covered or reviewed.