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One in Three Americans Use Wearables for Fitness

10/19/2025

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A 2023 National Institutes of Health (NIH) study shows nearly one in three Americans use wearables to monitor health and fitness, fueling endurance sports.
Wearables gamify fitness by encouraging people to compete against their personal records.
Advanced assessments like DEXA scans provide accurate measurements of body composition, helping individuals track progress beyond weight.
These tools guide fitness coaching over time by revealing changes in muscle mass and fat levels.

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Story summary

A 2023 National Institutes of Health (NIH) study shows nearly one in three Americans use wearables to monitor health and fitness, fueling endurance sports.
Wearables gamify fitness by encouraging people to compete against their personal records.
Advanced assessments like DEXA scans provide accurate measurements of body composition, helping individuals track progress beyond weight.
These tools guide fitness coaching over time by revealing changes in muscle mass and fat levels.