As a certified personal trainer, I tested 16 wearables while training, running and swimming. Here are the best fitness trackers and watches in 2026.

I’m a personal trainer who's tested products for five years. The best fitness trackers are supposed to enhance your fitness journey, not make it harder. But tracking and interpreting your health data ...

If you want to monitor your steps, calories burned, heart rate, sleep or stress, these fitness trackers have got you covered.

If you want to improve your physical health, a great place to start is with an exercise routine. Those who make sure to get in their physical activity time can see benefits such as controlling weight, ...

The Oura ring and Whoop band dominate this category, but I have a favorite smartwatch to throw in the ring as well. Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Fitness trackers have gone from simple step counters to all-purpose health assistants packed with sensors and cool features. Many people no ...

Battery life: You want your device to keep up with you and your lifestyle, so battery life is key. There's nothing worse than finishing a workout and realizing that it wasn't tracked. Water resistance ...

Wearable fitness trackers have evolved beyond being a cool novelty worn by athletes and fitness fanatics to being worn by nearly everyone. You don’t have to be an athlete to want better sleep or an ...

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle has become more crucial in today’s fast-paced world. With the rise of wearable technology, fitness trackers have taken center stage, helping users monitor their health ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. You don't need to spend a fortune to stay on top of your health goals while tracking your fitness. These days, even cheap fitness trackers ...