Why your fitness tracker may not be as accurate as you think
Wrist Placement
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Fitness trackers on the wrist may give inaccurate heart rate readings if not positioned correctly.
Activity Type
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High-intensity or erratic movements can cause heart rate monitoring errors.
Step Counting Errors
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Trackers may mistake other movements, like driving, for steps.
Calorie Burn Estimates
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Trackers use generic formulas that don’t account for individual metabolic rates.
Activity Misidentification
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If a tracker confuses activities (e.g., cycling for running), calorie calculations can be off.
Sleep Tracking Limitations
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Trackers often rely on movement to track sleep, which can misrepresent.
Skin and Sweat Interference
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Moisture or sweat can disrupt sensors, affecting data accuracy.
Environmental Factors
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Extreme temperatures can impair sensor performance, leading to inaccurate readings.
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