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The Future on Your Wrist: Wearable Trends That Go Far Past Fitness

The Future on Your Wrist: Wearable Trends That Go Far Past Fitness

I still remember my first “wearable” — a chunky step counter clipped to my waistband that felt like carrying a pager in the early 2000s. It squeaked with every move, wasn’t exactly chic, and its biggest flex was telling me I’d hit 10,000 steps (even if most of them were from pacing while on the phone). Fast forward to now, and I’m rocking a sleek device on my wrist that not only tracks my workouts but also keeps me grounded, connected, and even a little more mindful.

TikTok Told Me So: Health Advice in the Age of Algorithms

TikTok Told Me So: Health Advice in the Age of Algorithms

I still remember the first time I searched for a health tip on Instagram. It was late at night, I had this annoying tension headache that wouldn’t let up, and I stumbled on a reel showing pressure points for relief. To my surprise—it actually helped. That moment was the spark. It was the first time I realized that health support didn’t always have to come in the form of a brochure at the doctor’s office. Sometimes, it showed up on your feed.