Beth Skwarecki

You can trigger your iPhone's fitness mode to turn on any time you start a workout, or at a certain time or location—say, when you arrive at the gym. Here's how to set it up so you have everything you need to get your workout done, without the distractions.

Why smart rings are disappearing from the U.S. market, what's exciting about them right now, where they struggle, and what I'm hoping to see next.

Ultrahuman's new Pro ring brings serious improvements, including a charging case with extra features like alarms. It's not available in the U.S. at launch, but may be coming soon.

We'll tell you which Oura features you should enable, and one you should disable—plus more tips on how to get the most out of your health data.

The Garmin Connect app now supports collections of gear, notes and photos of each item, and smarter defaults for different activities.

Garmin's software update 16.28 for the Forerunner 570 and 970 includes several new glances to show you data from the watch face, plus new training plans.

The Best Fitness Trackers You Can Buy in 2026

How to close your rings on rest days, view maps on your watch while you run, and get accurate data on the treadmill—and more.

Running shoes may not be the best for squatting and deadlifting, but don't believe the people who say it's dangerous. I'll break down what you really need to know.

Both devices track sleep and activity, and encourage healthy habits. Make the choice according to whether you want precise activity tracking, and whether you want a device that is infinitely customizable, or is more set-it-and-forget-it.