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From wristbands to smart running shoes, wearable technology is transforming the way we monitor our physical activity. But are fitness trackers really helping us reach our weight-loss goals? The Week looks at the research. What do the experts say? Fitness trackers automatically log the number of steps the wearer has taken, their heart rate, how many calories they have burned, and even the quality of their sleep. Having an accurate daily record of physical activity can help open people’s eyes to how little exercise they’re getting, says Dr Seth Martin, a cardiologist at John Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. […]
