This is such a great product. When you attach Tile to an item (like your keys), you're really tethering them both to your phone. So when your stuff gets lost, it has a buddy that knows what to do. You just turn on the app and it tells you how far away from the item you are and it tells you when you get closer to the item.
As an independent trainer I am always on the go. I travel to different locations, carry lots of bags and drive a big SUV. This product would be perfect for my busy, chaotic, cluttery lifestyle. Because of that, I am sold. I definitely want to order one. I can't wait because I am for ever losing my keys/cellphone etc. I am going to start with one and if I love it I will definitely Order more. If the tile app people are reading this heyyyyyy I would love to work with you! *wink*wink*
Helping You Train It Right - New Online Programs Available
Introducing a new platform for online personal training from Train It Right. You can get online programs that are specific for you via an online app called trainerize. Alicia customizes everything to suit your needs and you get to track your progress. You will have access to video and your program anywhere via the app. To Find out more visit: http://trainitright.com/blog/online-programs/
Happy New Year! Keep it right and Train It Right!
Cassie Ho aka @blogilates has a new social network. She has a huge following and has only been getting more popular. Her youtube views are outstanding. Yesterday's launch was genius. She made her fan base tweet a hashtag #iwantin over and over until she reached a certain number to unlock it and release it. What a great way to get even more followers interested in it than a trending topic. This girl is a master at social networking and inspiring. The network is geared at inspiring and is a great way to stay motivated and working out with like minded individuals. Basically a social hang out for #teamblogilates. I signed up. Navigating is ok. It's clearly in its beginning stages but I think it is going to be huge. She is innovative and I love that! Way to go Cassie!
I found out about this app just recently and it's so good to show your athletes and clients what they need to improve on and where things are going wrong. It's called coaches eye. It costs only $4.99 and is totally worth ever cent. Search for it In the App Store.
Have you guys heard of Hexoskin? According to their site 'Hexoskin is a smart shirt packed with high precision health and activity sensors. Hexoskin measures your body metrics and gives you insights about your training, your health, and your life on many levels." On top of all of this it is a personal trainer, sleep quality reader, and GPS app and "When you wear the shirt, your health stats are digitized and uploaded in real-time. You can get detailed reports on your training and general health in a web browser on any device.
What a cool idea. I wonder how accurate it is. It is machine washable and "It does a lot more than your old heart rate strap, without the strap. Our dual band sensor technology offers a high-quality ECG signal with RR intervals measurement, and a unique precise breathing volume measurement that uses 2 sensors. This is the most precise way to measure breathing without wearing a mask."
Hopefully someday I can get my hands on one to try and blog about!
I attended the launch of Reebok One's Fitness app this weekend at the Can Fit Pro conference (more on this later). Below is the official Press Release.
Toronto, ON – Reebok today announced the launch of two innovative digital tools inReebokONE and the Reebok Fitness app. ReebokONE is an online fitness community unified by one mission - to make people fit for life. The network acts as a hub where fitness professionals from around the globe can connect and find inspiration among fellow professionals, helping them to develop their skill set, progress their careers and create a brand for themselves. The Reebok Fitness app, designed to inject variety into workout programs, helps consumers rejuvenate their fitness routine by creating new and varied workouts using a combination of popular disciplines – walking, running, dance, yoga and training.
ReebokONEBy signing up to the free online platform at www.Reebok.com/ReebokONE, fitness professionals can create their own personalized web page, with customizable URL, where they can upload photos, update an “About Me” section, upload their certifications and areas of expertise plus add locations where they teach. This enables members to connect with clients and other fitness experts around the world, making ReebokONE the premier fitness destination for fitness professionals. Along with being able to connect with other experts, instructors that sign up to ReebokONE also gain access to a number of member rewards, including:
A 25 per cent discount on Reebok products
The ability to earn commission on Reebok products they recommend
Access to exclusive fitness content from Reebok
To earn commission, members are required to sign up to the commission program, which then allows visitors to purchase products displayed in the ‘My Favorite Gear’ section of their profile. Members will then receive a commission on every purchase made through their page without having to do anything further. In addition to the financial benefits, signing up to the network instantly unlocks exclusive fitness content from Reebok covering a wide range of topics to help further enhance the careers and skill set of fitness professionals. This includes a ‘Learn From The Best’ feature, where members can gain insights into the latest fitness trends, gear and advice; and a ‘Featured Professional’ section that allows members to learn from other fitness and training experts. “I am so grateful to be a part of the ReebokONE network,” said two-time CFL all-star defensive back Tommy Europe, now personal trainer and fitness blogger. “As a professional, I strive to always continue my education so I can provide the best service possible. ReebokONE is a network of mentors, peers, and constant motivation; all real fitness professionals should join.”
Reebok Fitness AppThe free Reebok Fitness app, available on Apple and Android devices and online atwww.reebok.com/fitness-app, allows consumers to create customized workout programs based on activities they already love and new activities they’d like to try. Users simply need to select the length of the program they require followed by the percentage of time they would like to focus on each activity and the Reebok Fitness app will generate a workout routine based on their individual preferences. Consisting of a variety of different workouts to complete each week, the program can be personalized further by allocating certain workouts to specific days of the week to ensure you never miss a workout. Michael Rossi, vice president of Reebok Canada, said “We want to spark people’s passion for fitness and encourage them to get the most out of their workouts. We believe people make the most of their activities when they’re motivated, so that’s why we created the Reebok Fitness app. With over 200 workouts, the app gives people the chance to try new activities and plan a varied workout program in a few quick steps. We believe that mixing up your workouts and trying new activities will help you realize your full potential.” Reebok is dedicated to empowering people to be fit for life. The brand wants to inspire people to get moving and is passionate about helping people lead a healthy and active lifestyle. To find out more information and to register for ReebokONE, please visit www.reebok.com/ReebokONE.
The Pebble smartwatch, the Kickstarter-funded wearable tech gadget that can hook into your iPhone or Android phone, is hitting store shelves at Best Buy on Sunday.
The Pebble watch comes in five colors, for now the others will only be available through the firm’s Web site, though the red version of the watch will head to Best Buy in August. Picking up a Pebble this weekend will set you back $149.99, but put you ahead of the wearable tech adoption curve.
Chek out this cool app. You can now type and stare at that cute guy at the gym. The app is 99 cents apple.
If you are in #NYC and #LA, check out @www.twitter.com/FitMapped, consider it your GPS for fitness studios on the east and west coasts. Pretty cool.
You tie your shoes, put on your headphones, take your first steps outside. You’ve barely covered 100 yards when you hear them. They must be close. You can hear every guttural breath, every rattling groan - they’re everywhere. Zombies. There’s only one thing you can do: Run!
This nifty app is available on itunes for 8 dollars and will have you running for your life. If you are a fan of zombie movies or AMC "The Walking Dead" I think that you will be a fan of this app.
According to the app "Zombies, Run! is an ultra-immersive running game and audio adventure, co-created with award-winning novelist Naomi Alderman. We deliver the story straight to your headphones through orders and voice recordings - and when you get back home, you use the supplies you’ve collected while running to build and grow your base."
BBC NEWS - “The only way to save yourself is to run for real.”
WIRED - “In the style of Runkeeper, with an exciting undead twist.”
LIFEHACKER - “A really cool way to get outside and exercise.”
CNN - “Turns exercise into a game - a terrifying, terrifying game.”
NPR - "It gets you moving!"
TIME.COM - "Takes all the fun of a zombie game and funnels it into a fitness app."
