Wellbeing Through Wearables and Movement

Summary

This chapter addresses movement and digital wearables that support our overall wellbeing. More people are choosing to supplement their life with a range of wearables that serve to give them freedom of choice, creating awareness about interventions that are possible and augmentations that could help their wellbeing. The Hawthorne effect is a phenomenon in which individuals modify their behavior or performance due to the awareness of being observed. Wearable devices are increasingly being used to track various human biological measures relevant to wellbeing, which can be categorized into three major areas: physical health, mental health, and sleep. Embracing tiny exercise habits in daily life, as advocated by B.J. Fogg, can significantly impact overall wellbeing, particularly when integrating movement into every hour of the day. Recognizing the importance of rest and recovery, which includes varied movement, is also crucial.