I’ve been wearing an Apple Watch since Day 1 and a WHOOP strap since early 2019. I still wear both devices. In this article, I explain why that is and what the differences are between the two devices as far as fitness and sleep tracking are concerned.
Hands-on review of the WHOOP Strap 4.0 from the perspective of an amateur CrossFit athlete, and a comparison with the WHOOP 3.0, Apple Watch, Biostrap and Oura Ring.
To find out exactly how accurate the WHOOP strap is, I’ve worn it together with a chest strap heart rate monitor. The results might surprise you!
I’ve had the Oura Ring 3 for several months to see how it compares to WHOOP 4.0 in terms of accuracy and in delivering actionable information that I can use to improve my health. Here is everything I’ve learned.
An in-depth comparison of two popular fitness and sleep trackers: the WHOOP Strap 4.0 and the Fitbit Sense, the company’s flagship wearable. After reading this article, you’ll be able to decide which fitness tracker is best for you.
In this in-depth review, I compare Biostrap with WHOOP and share my hands-on experience with both devices, their accuracy and features.
The all-new WHOOP Journal enables me to understand how my behaviors (i.e., alcohol consumption) impact my physical performance, recovery and sleep. In this article, I’ll tell you how I use the WHOOP Journal to be the best I can be.
Research shows that infrared and traditional saunas offer similar benefits, but there are a few key differences when it comes to pain relief, as well as skin and respiratory health. Plus, there are important cost and experience factors to consider.
For most people, what you eat matters more than when you eat. But keeping a few key facts in mind can help you maximize your workout benefits.
A look behind the technologies used in the best sleep trackers and the reasons why most sleep monitors can’t accurately detect when you’re sleeping.
Water-based bed cooling systems like Eight Sleep provide precise temperature control and can adapt to your body’s needs throughout the night, while bed fans serve as a simpler, cheaper and less-effective solution by circulating air under your sheets.
Our sleep quality has improved dramatically thanks to Eight Sleep, and we continue to use the system after 4 years. But the newest version has a number of serious downsides that are worth considering before you pull the trigger.
Ultrahuman isn’t as well known, but my testing shows it’s at least as accurate as Oura Ring — and it doesn’t require a monthly subscription.
Muse S is a brain-sensing headband that gives you real-time biofeedback on your brain activity during meditation sessions. It’s also an accurate sleep tracker, thanks to the built-in EEG. In this review, I share how I’ve used Muse S for meditation and how the wearable compares to other sleep trackers I’ve tried.
Normal HRV varies depending on factors like age, sex and overall fitness. Here are the normal ranges, plus tips for diagnosing why your HRV might be lower than expected.
Red light therapy and infrared light therapy have distinct mechanisms of action and benefits, so combining them can result in a synergistic effect that maximizes their potential advantages. Here are some specific benefits that red light adds when combined with infrared light in a sauna.
Here’s what the scientific research says about whether Apollo Neuro actually works, as well as a summary of how that research aligns with my own experience using the vibration-based wearable device.
Lumen is a device that promises to improve your metabolic flexibility. I tested the metabolism tracker to find out if it really works, and to see how it’s different from blood glucose and ketone monitors.
Here are 14 easy-to-apply hacks I’ve used over the past few years to increase my HRV by 50%.
Mito Red Light makes affordable red light therapy devices that emit a combination of red and near-infrared light using the most bioactive wavelengths to help improve sleep, skin health, muscle recovery and fat loss.
Redwood Outdoors makes Finnish saunas using high-quality and non-toxic materials that look phenomenal, are easy to assemble and offer all the health benefits saunas are known for. We’ve had our Thermowood Panorama Sauna with Porch since early 2023 and absolutely love it.
SnakeWater leverages ketones (the brain’s preferred fuel source) and clean ingredients to deliver a boost of healthy energy. It has no sugar, no caffeine, and no toxic preservatives.
Blue light blocking glasses from BON CHARGE filter out 100% of the light frequencies that have been scientifically shown to disrupt the release of melatonin and harm your sleep.
Apollo Neuroscience is a wearable that uses your sense of touch and gentle waves of vibration to change your heart rate variability (HRV), reduce stress and improve your sleep. I’ve used Apollo for the past few weeks and I’m thrilled to share what I’ve learned.
Hard Ketones is a delicious beverage that uses ethanol-free alcohol (butanediol) and the power of ketones to help you recover quicker and sleep better. It’s the best alcohol alternative you can find!
Infrared saunas have a range of scientifically-validated benefits, including stress reduction, cardio health and more. Here’s everything you need to know, including their limitations and potential side effects.
Feeling extreme hunger between meals or before going to bed isn’t normal. In this article, I’ll explain the top reasons why you feel hungry all the time and the scientific rationale behind them. I’ll also provide tips and tricks to better manage your appetite.
Right light therapy offers several, scientifically-proven benefits in the realm of skin health, lowering inflammation, improving muscle recovery and sleep that I discuss in detail in this blog post.
Biosense uses deep lung sampling to accurately and non-invasively measure your breath ketone levels. In this review, I’ll tell you why I prefer Biosense over any of the other ketone testing methods I’ve tried, including urine and finger-prick tests.
Both sauna bathing and cold plunging offer several unique health benefits you should be aware of. However, combining these techniques amplifies some of these benefits, as I’ll explain in this article.