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On the lookout for the latest hi-tech workout wizardry or a
fun fitness gizmo to kick start your
January training plan?
Aside from all the effort involved, getting in shape can be a tad tedious. Luckily, there's a whole world of boredom-busting gadgets out there designed to help you exercise more effectively.
From vibration plates to body monitors, boost your regime with these handy innovations.
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Adequate hydration is key during and after exercise but sometimes it can be a bit tricky keeping tabs on how much you're drinking. Cue the
Hydracoach. Dubbed 'the intelligent water bottle', it will monitor how much fluid has passed your lips and remind you to take a sip if you need more.
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Vibration plates can really help turbo charge your workout. They work by shaking up the muscles to an ultra-high rate of contraction, cramming in up to 50 times per second. End result: Enhanced muscle mass and tone, along with a reduction in body fat and cellulite.
Get the GADGET:FIT Power Vibration Plate for only £134.98 from
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A superb bit of equipment if you're keen to strengthen your ankles, knees and hips, balancing on this
wobble board for just 20 minutes a day should improve balance and coordination. Rocking the same sort of technology top physios work with, regular use can also help minimise the risk of future injury to the ankles and knees.
Buy the wobble board today for just £14.40 from
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The Slendertone range has come on a lot in the last few years, and thousands swear by its tummy-toning prowess. Top-rated is the
Flex Max Toning Belt. It offers 10 toning programmes and is guaranteed to get you a flatter stomach, all backed up by clinical and user trials. Use it five times a week for six weeks to hone and tone those abs just in time for Valentine's.
Snap up your Slendertone Flex Max today for only £39.99 from
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One of the most hi-tech weight loss helpers on the market, the
Ki-Fit tracks calories, steps, physical activity levels and sleep efficiency to help you master your metabolism - it's clinically proven to help you lose three times more weight. The catch? You'll have to sign up for the Online Activity Manager service and pay a subscription fee of around a tenner a month.
Invest in the Ki-Fit Wellness Monitor now for £159.99 from
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If the Ki-Fit is out of your price range, keep tabs on your body fat with this
body composition monitor by Omron. It boasts eight sensor technology to pinpoint your weight, body fat levels and BMI for a super-accurate reading.
Buy the Omron BF508 Body Composition & Body Fat Monitor today for £29.99 from
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Bag the
Speedo Aquabeat and liven up those tedious lengths with a bit of music. A dinky waterproof MP3 player, it can be submerged by up to three metres and will float to the top of the pool if it gets detached mid-swim.
Snap up the Speedo Aquabeat for £79 from
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A fantastic gadget for runners both novice and seasoned, the
Garmin Forerunner 405 will track and analyse your time, distance and pace, and use the data to create advanced training programmes to challenge you and get you motivated.
Get your Garmin Forerunner 405 sportswatch today for £129 from
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