Motorola and Oakley O-ROKR
What is it:
Bluetooth-enabled eyewear from Motorola and Oakley.
Why you need it:
Because sometimes jogging on treadmills just doesn’t cut it. If you’re looking for a change of scenery, you might want to strap on this shades-cum-Bluetooth device before heading out for a run. Aside from filtering UV, this baby’s also got stereo sound, whether you’ll need it to answer calls or listen to music while jogging.
The details:
$434. MOTO Service One, #B2-23 Plaza Singapura, 68 Orchard Rd., Hotline: 1800-882-8828.
Nike Triax C8
What is it:
The stylish heart-rate monitor from Nike.
Why you need it:
This baby’s customizable helps you know when you’ve reached your target heart rate. Also, unlike other bulky or clumsy heart-rate monitors the Triax C8 is ergonomically designed to fit your wrist and the chest strap. Likewise, it’s comfortable and feels neither constricting nor clunky.
The details:
$259. Nike Cineleisure, #03-08 Orchard Cineleisure, 8 Grange Rd., 6235-4125.
Nike + iPod Sports Kit
What is it:
A pair of Nike shoes that synchs up with your iPod Nano.
Why you need it:
You mean aside from looking oh-so-cool while you work out? Well, how about the fact that this combination allows you to keep track of essential fitness information like distance, time, pace and calories burned, via your Nano? A sensor that slips into a built-in pocket in the shoes keeps track of all this info and sends it to a receiver that you can plug into your iPod and—voila—it’s that easy to keep track of how your workout’s going.
The details:
While it’s been the talk of the town in the States for a while, it isn’t in stores here just yet. But keep an eye out: This great combination is set to hit our shores some time this year.
Samsung K3
What is it:
The new, super-slim MP3 player from Samsung.
Why you need it:
The last thing you want is a bulky MP3 player making peculiar shapes in your itsy bitsy exercise shorts. (It might make things a little awkward in the locker room.) Measuring in at a diminutive 44 x 96 x 6.95mm, you’ll barely even notice the K3’s there while you hit the treadmills or go for your run around the neighborhood.
The details:
1GB, $178; 2GB, $248; 4GB, $348; 8GB; $428. Aik Leong Electrical Enterprise, #01-16 Blk. 121, Bukit Merah Lane 1, 6271-9365.
Sennheiser MXL 70VC Sport
What is it:
The headphones that have been tailor made for the sporting life.
Why you need it:
Designed for comfort while you’re working out, these headphones will assure that no stray wires start bouncing around and smacking you in the face while you’re pumping weights. With the sound quality that the brand’s become known for and a secure fit, this one’s a must for sporty types who need their grooves while working out.
The details:
$69.90. Challenger Superstore Funan, #06-00 Funan DigitaLife Mall, 109 North Bridge Rd., 6336-7747.
Tech-ercise
Alright, so maybe some techies are a bit too lazy to get out and enjoy a good workout. Nevertheless, here are some “exercises” designed for all you laptop jockeys out there.
• Stretching your fingers and turning your wrist. Hey, you don’t want to get carpal tunnel syndrome from all that gaming, do you?
• Regular brisk walks—to the kitchen or the toilet while waiting for videos to load on YouTube.
• Stretching your arms—to reach for your CD-Rs.
• Work those arms by constantly banging your computer in frustration every time the damn thing “hangs.”
