By James Krieger, M.S., M.S.
Ever wanted to know exactly how many calories you burn each day? Now you can with a revolutionary new device that accurately tracks caloric expenditure and much more!
20/20 Lifestyles recently began offering the Sensewear® WMS Armband and related services. The simple device is worn on your arm and tracks variables such as skin temperature, acceleration, and body weight to estimate the calories you are expending. It is the most accurate device on the market, and for most people, it will be correct to within 300 calories per day. Only research scientists have access to better technology!
Other cool features of the armband include:
- Daily step count, just like a pedometer
- Number of hours you lie down each day, and how many hours you are asleep during that time*
- Physical activity you perform each day and the intensity of that activity (moderate or vigorous)
- Amount of physical activity per hour, helping you to understand when you tend to be most active/inactive
- Energy expenditure during your exercise sessions - as long as you remember when you exercised
As you can imagine, there are a variety of potential uses from a health and fitness perspective. For example, if you're trying to lose or maintain weight, the device provides the most accurate estimation of energy expenditure on the market today. Knowing your exact calorie output will help you determine whether to adjust your food intake or the calorie input side of the equation.
Maybe you're just interested in how many calories you expend each day. If so, this device provides the critical information you need to help customize your nutrition and exercise program.
The size of the armband is very small, only measuring two inches by two inches. It can easily be worn under clothing and is barely noticeable. The device turns itself on and off by sensing when it's against your skin. For best results, you should wear the device all day and night, except when showering or in the pool.
20/20 is currently offering two service packs around the Sensewear® WMS Armband.
1) For $60, clients and alumni receive the following:
- Three day device rental and instructions for use
- A detailed results analysis
2) For $100, 20/20 Alumni receive the following:
- Three day device rental and instructions for use
- A detailed results analysis
- One 30-minute dietitian appointment
*This device should not be used to diagnose sleep disorders.