3 ways I use tech to stay active: From a screenless fitness band to cooling apparel

As I enter my mid-30s, I find that the life I envisioned in my 20s has changed dramatically. I no longer feel the rush to prove myself to the world, and I aim to lead a more relaxed lifestyle. However, the reality sets in quickly: I become less physically fit, weight loss takes longer, and grey hairs become more common. Health issues start cropping up, and I no longer see myself as the young lad I was when I first woke up each morning. Nevertheless, I remain committed to taking care of my physical health and mental well-being.

To help me stay active and healthy, I have tested several products that have become an integral part of my lifestyle. First, there is the Noise REP Band, a screenless fitness tracker that embraces minimalism without the hassle of a monthly subscription. Second, there is a range of clothing designed for India’s hot and humid weather, powered by UNIQLO’s fabric technology to keep sweaty skin cool.

Lastly, there is an Oral-B iO3 electric toothbrush that helps me maintain my dental hygiene. Here’s what I think about each of these products.

The Noise REP Band is a lightweight, screenless fitness tracker that tracks all the basics like heart rate, sleep stages, heart rate variability, respiratory rate, stress, and skin temperature. It also keeps count of your workouts and steps. What sets it apart is that it doesn’t overwhelm you with too much data—it focuses on presenting information in an easy-to-understand way.

The REP Band tracks your fitness in greater depth and offers deeper insights, such as Training Load and Training Effect, which help you understand how well your workouts are improving your fitness. It is priced at Rs 9,999 and offers a battery life of between five and six days.

Next, I tried a range of clothing from UNIQLO’s AIRism line. These garments are specially designed for India’s hot and humid weather, using fabric technology to keep sweaty skin cool. The clothing is priced at Rs 990 and above. The fabric technology used in these clothes helps reduce sweating, making them perfect for hot and humid climates like Delhi, where I was born and raised. The AIRism line of clothes provides comfort and relief from the heat, allowing me to stay active even during the sweltering summer months.

Finally, I tested an Oral-B iO3 electric toothbrush, which helps me maintain my dental hygiene. The toothbrush features advanced technology that helps me brush my teeth more effectively and efficiently. This electric toothbrush is priced at Rs 4,999 and is an excellent addition to my active lifestyle, ensuring that I take care of my dental health while staying physically fit.

In conclusion, these three products have become an essential part of my active lifestyle. The Noise REP Band helps me stay focused and track my fitness in a simple and easy-to-understand way, while the UNIQLO AIRism clothing keeps me cool in India’s hot and humid weather. Lastly, the Oral-B iO3 electric toothbrush ensures that I maintain my dental hygiene. Together, these products help me lead a more relaxed, healthy, and active life as I enter my mid-30s.