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Looking At : Sep 13, 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.
Mobvoi Earbuds Gesture (Wireless Earbuds With Gesture Control)
Interesting combination.
Seems the Apple Airpods have started something – a lot of people seem to be looking at wireless earbuds these days. Particularly those that don’t mind a little sweat, and won’t fall out in the middle of a training session.
Of particular note are the Mobvoi Earbubds Gesture. I’m keen to check out the various gesture controls, especially during a workout.
A little video :
The Mobvoi Earbubds Gesture.
Do This Between EVERY Set for More Muscle Growth (Athlean-X)
The incredible power of measurement.
Looking At : Sep 6, 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.
nimbleToes Trail Addict (Trail Running Shoes)
These sound great.
The nimbleToes is a pair of trail running shoes, with a number of small changes designed to suit the demands of uneven surfaces. Greater stability, less pain.
A little video will show you what I mean :
The nimbleToes.
Rising Phoenix (Netflix Documentary)
Got a chance to watch ‘Rising Phoenix‘ – a wonderful look at the Paralympic Games – over the weekend. Highly recommended.
Looking At : Aug 30, 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.
Move It Swift (Smart Boxing Gloves)
Interesting idea.
The Move It Swift is a pair of Smart Boxing Gloves, with the inbuilt sensors recording the punches thrown (and their type) and a companion smartphone app keeping track of your workouts.
To show you what I mean, a little video :
The Move It Swift Smart Boxing Gloves.
Do This Stretch First Thing EVERY Morning (Athlean-X)
Another one for the morning routine.
Looking At : Aug 23, 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.