5 best wearable gadgets for relaxation and meditation

"Faster, higher, stronger" - this is the slogan of the modern man. By active and high-speed lifestyle we are pushing and Gadgets: smart watches and fitness trackers to stimulate its owner to conquer new heights. But it seems that not everyone likes this approach. After all, a new generation of portable devices - those that offer us to do nothing and just relax.

Analysts say that the industry of wearable gadgets become the largest sector of interest in 2025. The capitalization of the sector will reach $ 75 billion, and those who are interested in a healthy lifestyle, only help to grow this sector. And it is true: such devices are useful in medicine, and in training, and demand for them is increasing.

It is clear that the "big winner" are the most famous brands - Jawbone Up and Apple Watch are the most popular on the market. But another interesting trend: there is a growing number of portable gadgets that stimulate the user to do less. It looks like we will have a new generation of devices that help quell the chaos of life and to achieve calm, harmony... and inaction.

Created in a lab at Stanford University, the gadget is made in the form of a smooth stone. It should be mounted on a belt or bra. Spire is able to consider the steps to take breath samples and on this basis to draw a conclusion about the level of stress. Developers argue that the gadget may reduce the level of tension in 50%, due to the integrated sensors monitoring breathing, and synchronization with the application. This program sends a tender notice when your stress level is elevated, and makes recommendations for its reduction.

"Stone" has already received rave reviews from users and the press. It really offers a very simple solutions to everyday problems. For example, almost all of us forget to breathe when sitting for hours in front of computer. Bonus - Spire beautiful and minimalistic.

The gadget is very similar to the previous one, is a little bit different view of the stress itself. Being able to monitor heart rate, blood pressure, sleep cycles. And yet - to make a conclusion about your emotional background, to distinguish good from bad stress. Of course, Being offers a way to harmonize the inner state.

As for the appearance of the gadget, it is equipped with a fairly large screen. Perhaps some will find it somewhat uncomfortable to wear 24/7.

The basis of the concept of this device on the idea that the stress often caused by external factors. Therefore WellBe not only monitors the heart rate, but also makes the statistics about how your body works during the day. On this basis, the overall picture is formed stressful member states.

WellBe application - is another nice story. It not only analyzes the data, but also offers courses in meditation, and playlists with a quiet melodic music library recommendations for calm and exercise every day. Gadget made of cork. It is very light, and it seems that it is very easy to wear all day without noticing.

Of course, the technology reached and yoga - it was only a matter of time. SmartMat - this mat classes, equipped with 21 thousand sensors. They track how moving your body during exercise.

The data is processed, and based on them SmartMat application makes recommendations for corrective posture or exercise. Notifications program can read directly during training or send it to you later. There is a headphone jack - in case you do not want to disturb anyone in the hall.

Prana

The developers claim that this gadget is the best monitors respiration rate and body posture. Prana is designed to encourage your best habits, accustomed to the correct way of life. The device is made in the form of a clip to attach to a belt. Improve their lives is offered daily, with two minutes on the day of an unusual game. The gadget is asking you to do different exercises, but this time he records the necessary indicators.

It is interesting that such a small clip collects a lot of information about a person's breath. And how many of your body, it turns out, we do not know! Especially shows the use of Prana those who suffer from asthma or hypertension.

Based on materials The Next Web.