Wearable technology has revolutionised how many of us approach our health and fitness. Catering to everyone from casual walkers to dedicated athletes. With the integration of smart AI, cutting-edge sensors and stylish designs, these devices are becoming essential companions for anyone striving for better health. While many wearables focus on fitness, they’re not solely for athletes or those heavily invested in their performance, they can also monitor a multitude of health metrics, such as stress levels, sleep quality, heart rate and more, providing you with a wider picture of your overall health.

Smartwatches

Still the most popular wearables in 2025, which ones are currently flying off the shelves..?
Amazfit Active 2 (Budget friendly without compromising on features)
amazfit.com
Apple Watch Series 9
This has ECG, blood oxygen monitoring, and temperature tracking for menstrual health.
apple.com/uk/watch/
Google Pixel Watch 3
This model synchronises with other devices and has a good range of features.
store.google.com
And for the competitive Athlete…
The Garmin range comes out on top for those serious about their performance. Fenix 7S Pro and Forerunner 965 are the top-level options that support endurance athletes with multi-band GPS, solar charging and stamina tracking.

Garmin Instinct 3 has an impressive 24-day battery life and an AMOLED display
garmin.com/en-GB

Smart Rings

Smart rings are wearable devices that fit on a finger, incorporating technology from wearables like smartwatches. They monitor your health, e.g. heart rate, sleep patterns, blood oxygen levels and stress. Some smart rings provide notifications for calls and messages, similar to smartwatches, and can actually enable contactless payments. They also track your activity like steps and calories, in a smaller and less obvious way. Designed to be less noticeable and more stylish, smart rings blend seamlessly with everyday jewellery while providing a convenient and subtle way to manage health and notifications. Current favourites include:
Circular Ring 2
The circular ring 2 has gained a lot of attention due to recent FDA approval in the US. circular.xyz/shop
Luna Ring 2
The budget friendly option with no app subscription fees. shop.lunazone.com
Oura Ring Gen 4
Renowned for its wide-ranging health insights. ouraring.com
Amazfit Active 2 WHOOP 4.0
Provides tailored recommendations through a payable membership. Analysis metrics related to sleep and exercise. whoop.com/gb

Power up your Pants

Launching in 2026, Skip’s MO/GO Power Pants work by using robotic technology to enhance mobility, making them ideal for hikers or anyone with joint pain. The MO/GO motors help you tackle elevation, getting you to the places where your knees would normally have to work their hardest!
skipwithjoy.com

Nadi X

And for the yoga fans, yoga pants like Nadi X provide real-time feedback on your yoga postures to help you perfect your positions and form. wearablex.com

So whatever wearable tech you go for to enhance your fitness and wellbeing, the only difficulty will be narrowing down your choice from the hundreds available.

Sarah Maxwell is a multi-award winning Lifestyle Wellbeing and Fitness coach. You can find her at sarahmaxwell.com
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