Wearable Wellness — how Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch Series will help Aussies kick their fitness goals
From green juices and fad diets, to pricey PTs and an obsession with activewear; as a nation, Aussies put health and fitness at a premium.
Globally the wellness marketed is estimated at a staggering $1.5 trillion1 , and Australia makes up a large chunk of that spend. But when it comes to taking a top-to-toe holistic health approach to our wellness, the answer is now in our own hands — quite literally.
Introduced this month during Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event, the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic wearables are a one-stop shop for health and wellness in watch form.
Building upon the existing strengths of the Samsung Health app — one of the most comprehensive wellness app on the market — new features span the holistic health gamut. Think everything from sleep tracking and snore detection, to calorie and stress monitoring and goal setting. But perhaps most notable in these next generation of wellness wonders are the blood pressure and electrocardiogram (ECG) tracking —technological additions that are new to Samsung wearables for the first time in Australia.
Thanks to advances in sensor technology, the latest Galaxy Watch Series will enable Aussies to measure, and track their blood pressure and ECG readings, and to help provide critical data to medical professionals — and all from their own wrists! This list of ‘firsts’ continues with the first wearable body composition analysis tool — a feature that
offers insights into skeletal muscle, body water and body fat percentage, and more, to provide a deeper understanding of your overall body and fitness.
In this COVID-climate, when monitoring your health is more important than ever, having these unique metrics at your fingertips offers greater peace of mind. And regardless of whether you’re a seasoned wellness warrior, or fitness novice, Galaxy smart watches are an invaluable tool to stay in shape.
Don’t believe us? Read on for 10 ways that the reimagined Galaxy Watch Series is empowering Aussies to take control of their own health — head to toe, inside and out.
FEELING THE PRESSURE
Did you know that more than 50 per cent of heart disease, stroke, and heart failure is attributed to increased blood pressure? Or that high blood pressure affects one in three Australians aged 18 and over? And that two out of three adults with high blood pressure go undiagnosed? Being blood pressure aware can literally save your life2.
Given these far-reaching implications, it’s timely that Samsung’s groundbreaking 3-in-one BioActive Sensor has been introduced to empower Aussies to measure and track their blood pressure conveniently, anytime, anywhere. Users can then access this information and share with their doctor or medical professional3.
FEELING THE PRESSURE
Did you know that more than 50 per cent of heart disease, stroke, and heart failure is attributed to increased blood pressure? Or that high blood pressure affects one in three Australians aged 18 and over? And that two out of three adults with high blood pressure go undiagnosed? Being blood pressure aware can literally save your life2.
Given these far-reaching implications, it’s timely that Samsung’s groundbreaking 3-in-one BioActive Sensor has been introduced to empower Aussies to measure and track their blood pressure conveniently, anytime, anywhere. Users can then access this information and share with their doctor or medical professional3.
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FEELING THE PRESSURE
Did you know that more than 50 per cent of heart disease, stroke, and heart failure is attributed to increased blood pressure? Or that high blood pressure affects one in three Australians aged 18 and over? And that two out of three adults with high blood pressure go undiagnosed? Being blood pressure aware can literally save your life2.
Given these far-reaching implications, it’s timely that Samsung’s groundbreaking 3-in-one BioActive Sensor has been introduced to empower Aussies to measure and track their blood pressure conveniently, anytime, anywhere. Users can then access this information and share with their doctor or medical professional3. -
FEELING THE PRESSURE
Did you know that more than 50 per cent of heart disease, stroke, and heart failure is attributed to increased blood pressure? Or that high blood pressure affects one in three Australians aged 18 and over? And that two out of three adults with high blood pressure go undiagnosed? Being blood pressure aware can literally save your life2.
Given these far-reaching implications, it’s timely that Samsung’s groundbreaking 3-in-one BioActive Sensor has been introduced to empower Aussies to measure and track their blood pressure conveniently, anytime, anywhere. Users can then access this information and share with their doctor or medical professional3.
NEVER MISS A BEAT
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) was the underlying or associated cause of over 14,000 deaths in Austral-ia. And many of these fatalities could have been avoided with advance monitoring4.
Australian Samsung Galaxy Watch users now have access to yet another next-generation wear-ables feature with on-demand ECG readings. It’s as easy as opening the app, resting a fingertip on the Galaxy Watch’s top button for 30 seconds, and you’re done.
Like the Blood Pressure Monitoring feature, the ECG app will help to provide users with a more informed insight on their overall health and wellness while on the go, and assist with making health decisions when paired with consultation from healthcare professionals5. Of course, pri-vacy surrounding sensitive medical information is a concern, but users needn’t worry thanks to Samsung’s security platform, which helps keep everything from health and payment data se-cure and protected 24/7.
NEVER MISS A BEAT
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) was the underlying or associated cause of over 14,000 deaths in Austral-ia. And many of these fatalities could have been avoided with advance monitoring4.
Australian Samsung Galaxy Watch users now have access to yet another next-generation wear-ables feature with on-demand ECG readings. It’s as easy as opening the app, resting a fingertip on the Galaxy Watch’s top button for 30 seconds, and you’re done.
Like the Blood Pressure Monitoring feature, the ECG app will help to provide users with a more informed insight on their overall health and wellness while on the go, and assist with making health decisions when paired with consultation from healthcare professionals5. Of course, pri-vacy surrounding sensitive medical information is a concern, but users needn’t worry thanks to Samsung’s security platform, which helps keep everything from health and payment data se-cure and protected 24/7.
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NEVER MISS A BEAT
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) was the underlying or associated cause of over 14,000 deaths in Austral-ia. And many of these fatalities could have been avoided with advance monitoring4.
Australian Samsung Galaxy Watch users now have access to yet another next-generation wear-ables feature with on-demand ECG readings. It’s as easy as opening the app, resting a fingertip on the Galaxy Watch’s top button for 30 seconds, and you’re done.
Like the Blood Pressure Monitoring feature, the ECG app will help to provide users with a more informed insight on their overall health and wellness while on the go, and assist with making health decisions when paired with consultation from healthcare professionals5. Of course, pri-vacy surrounding sensitive medical information is a concern, but users needn’t worry thanks to Samsung’s security platform, which helps keep everything from health and payment data se-cure and protected 24/7. -
NEVER MISS A BEAT
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) was the underlying or associated cause of over 14,000 deaths in Austral-ia. And many of these fatalities could have been avoided with advance monitoring4.
Australian Samsung Galaxy Watch users now have access to yet another next-generation wear-ables feature with on-demand ECG readings. It’s as easy as opening the app, resting a fingertip on the Galaxy Watch’s top button for 30 seconds, and you’re done.
Like the Blood Pressure Monitoring feature, the ECG app will help to provide users with a more informed insight on their overall health and wellness while on the go, and assist with making health decisions when paired with consultation from healthcare professionals5. Of course, pri-vacy surrounding sensitive medical information is a concern, but users needn’t worry thanks to Samsung’s security platform, which helps keep everything from health and payment data se-cure and protected 24/7.
MOTIVATE YOURSELF
In these erratic times, structure is very important. To avoid the temptations of lazing in bed, or an all-day Netflix binge, motivation is key. So, if you’re the kind of person who always has the intention to workout each morning, yet somehow never makes it past breakfast, Galaxy Watch-es are here to help.
Thanks to built-in GPS tracking, your watch can set an A-to-Z of exercise goals, from steps and running, to cycling and swimming. And after you set a goal, you can chart your progress via the Samsung Health app, which includes a dedicated breakdown of your daily activity, history and calories burned6 .
With these goal-setting features, you can carry your very own PT with you everywhere you go, right on your wrist, using reminders to keep you motivated, and on track.
CONNECT WITH CARDIO
Speaking of goal-setting, if you struggle to workout solo, why not channel your competitive streak and exercise with friends and family? Research shows that isolation is one of the biggest pitfalls we’ll face during lockdown, so not only will you beef up your motivation, but you’ll also connect with loved ones at the same time.
To help you stay motivated and to reach your goals, Samsung Health allows users to track a wide range of fitness activities and create fun group challenges. It’s a great way to connect, and to get both the endorphins and the conversation going.
EXPAND YOUR FITNESS HORIZONS
The newly improved and revamped Galaxy Watch4 Series will be the first devices to be fitted with Google’s and Samsung’s new hybrid Wear OS. The unified platform will open up new features and integrations with a raft of third party fitness-focussed apps, all of which can be downloaded from Google Play directly onto your Galaxy Watch.
Whether you’re a running or swimming fanatic, you can now connect apps like Adidas Running and Swim.com, with Samsung Health for automatic importing of workouts, steps and calorie information7. What’s more, double the amount of memory means you can download even more apps, and a longer-lasting battery (up to 40 hours) means you can workout without worry-ing about losing charge.
HIT THE MAT
Improving flexibility, circulation, alignment and developing strength — there’s plenty of reasons why more and more of us are hitting the yoga mat. From the sandy shores of Bondi Beach, to the glittering Gold Coast, yoga is now ranked as one of the fastest growing fitness activities in Australia.
As above, Samsung Health has a variety of fitness programs, including yoga, to choose from, but a great complementary feature of the Galaxy Watch4 series is its improved stress tracking capabilities. Using heart rate variability and blood oxygen levels to chart user stress, the device offers guided breathing exercises to help prepare the body for a deeply relaxing yoga practice. Om!
COMPOSE YOURSELF
Offering an insight into training and weight loss goals, alongside improving muscle to fat ratio, measuring bone health, body composition analysis can provide a deep dive into your overall health.
Another addition to the Galaxy Watch4 Series is its Australia-first in-built body composition tool. An amazing bit of kit of self-care, in only 15 seconds the watch sensors will capture 2,400 data points, with up to 98 per cent accuracy, enabling users to create a plan to fit their goals and personal needs8.
COMPOSE YOURSELF
Offering an insight into training and weight loss goals, alongside improving muscle to fat ratio, measuring bone health, body composition analysis can provide a deep dive into your overall health.
Another addition to the Galaxy Watch4 Series is its Australia-first in-built body composition tool. An amazing bit of kit of self-care, in only 15 seconds the watch sensors will capture 2,400 data points, with up to 98 per cent accuracy, enabling users to create a plan to fit their goals and personal needs8.
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COMPOSE YOURSELF
Offering an insight into training and weight loss goals, alongside improving muscle to fat ratio, measuring bone health, body composition analysis can provide a deep dive into your overall health.
Another addition to the Galaxy Watch4 Series is its Australia-first in-built body composition tool. An amazing bit of kit of self-care, in only 15 seconds the watch sensors will capture 2,400 data points, with up to 98 per cent accuracy, enabling users to create a plan to fit their goals and personal needs8. -
COMPOSE YOURSELF
Offering an insight into training and weight loss goals, alongside improving muscle to fat ratio, measuring bone health, body composition analysis can provide a deep dive into your overall health.
Another addition to the Galaxy Watch4 Series is its Australia-first in-built body composition tool. An amazing bit of kit of self-care, in only 15 seconds the watch sensors will capture 2,400 data points, with up to 98 per cent accuracy, enabling users to create a plan to fit their goals and personal needs8.
SLEEP TIGHT
Arguably the most important aspect of wellbeing, but also probably the most over-looked, sleep is linked to myriad medical issues, ranging from heightened stress to weight gain to depression and a weakened immune system. And when it comes to exercise, sleep is just as important as training. Getting enough zzz’s allows your muscular tear repair, and the production of testosterone and growth hormones, both of which are super-important in building muscle mass.
Recognising the role of shut-eye in health and wellbeing, Samsung have built upon their existing sleep management offering in the new Galaxy Watch4 Series with features, including snore detection and continuous blood oxygen tracking, add to the existing REM sleep tracker.
BRING HEALTH TO YOUR HOME
If you’ve never worked from home before, getting into the groove can be tough and bad habits (lie-ins, staying in your PJs, and forgetting to clock off) are easy to fall into. And while gym visits are off the cards for the time being, the Galaxy Watch4 Series means you can bring the gym to your very own front room.
Yes, Galaxy wearables are perfect for on-the-go exercise, but they also facilitate at-home healthcare too. Samsung Health comes equipped with more than 120 home workout programs, all of which can be cast to your TV. And for easier tracking, you can use your watch to display both heart rate and calorie counting on the big screen, at the same time.
KEEP CALM AND CARRY ON
Scary headlines and pandemic pandemonium translates to anxiety and stress. So, given the cur-rent climate, it is little wonder that the ancient practice of mediation is rapidly gaining momentum as a coping solution.
Growing research shows that the health benefits of a regular meditation practice are plentiful and can include everything from improving sleep quality and brain function, to combating depression and anxiety — and no chanting required!
Samsung’s latest collaboration with mindfulness and meditation experts, Calm, means that an-yone with a Galaxy watch can get easily get in on the meditation act. Pair with the newly re-leased Galaxy Buds2 and you can cut external background noise by almost 100 per cent thanks to the active noise canceling feature, which means that you can truly immerse yourself in a guided meditation track. How’s that for serenity?