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Looking At : Nov 22, 2020
During the past week we’ve discussed a number of great links; on Facebook, Twitter, in The Daily ‘Paper’ and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Stemoscope PRO (Wireless Stethoscope with in-built Noise Cancellation)
Looks great.
The Stemoscope PRO is a wireless stethoscope with in-built noise cancellation. Perfect for the current medical environment – remote wherever possible, recordable and shareable.
Would love to see this combination in a range of medical devices.
To give you an idea of what’s on offer, a little video :
The Stemoscope PRO.
10 ‘Rules’ For Calisthenics (FitnessFAQs)
Great information.
Looking At : Nov 15, 2020
During the past week we’ve discussed a number of great links; on Facebook, Twitter, in The Daily ‘Paper’ and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
CTRL (Personalized Golf Training Tool)
Interesting.
The CTRL is a biokinetic sleeve with a pair of sensors (and a companion smartphone app), acting as a bespoke Golf Training Tool. Would love to see the capabilities expanded for use with other sports.
Despite being a fairly complex device, it’s a simple idea. To give you some insight, a little video :
The CTRL.
Old-Time Strongman Training with Bud Jeffries (Stick Mobility Podcast #28)
Nice one.
Looking At : Nov 8, 2020
During the past week we’ve discussed a number of great links; on Facebook, Twitter, in The Daily ‘Paper’ and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
VAE (Energy Spray)
Interesting.
The VAE is a pocket-sized energy spray, designed to provide a quick pick-up whenever needed. I suspect ‘prior to a heavy workout‘ will be a popular use case.
I’m keen to give it a go – particularly for the above use. While we’re waiting (it doesn’t ship until early next year), a little video :
The VAE Spray.
Long-Term Review of the Tonal Smart Home Gym (Garage Gym Reviews)
Since we first mentioned the Tonal, there have been a few other entrants into the ‘Smart Home Gym’ space. Does it still hold up?
Looking At : Nov 1, 2020
During the past week we’ve discussed a number of great links; on Facebook, Twitter, in The Daily ‘Paper’ and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.