The Apple Watch is the most popular device for fitness tracking. From tracking runs and rides, to setting goals, to that rush of excitement in closing your rings, this smart wearable has truly made an impact on how we all work out.
But what if you could unlock more? What if your Apple Watch could read you the secrets of your body composition?
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The all-new Aura Strap 2 can be the key you need for a new look at health and wellness data tracking. Using bioimpedance analysis (BIA), this accessory band is the only wearable providing fat, muscle and hydration measurements to the Apple Watch. Here’s what we know about this redesigned band aimed at helping you achieve your peak physique.
The Aura Strap 2 is like a smart scale for your wrist
Coming in 20 percent slimmer and 5 percent narrower than its original iteration, the Aura Strap 2 works by touching the heel of your palm to the electrodes on the back of the band and waiting 30 seconds. The BIA sensors then send a weak electric current through your body to calculate body fat, muscle mass, minerals and water. According to Aura, the redesigned architecture captures 16 times more data points than the original device, improving the accuracy to 95 percent of a DEXA scan — the gold standard of BIA measurement.
The measurements are viewable in the Bluetooth-connected Aura app, where you can gander at your Bioimpedance Vector Analysis (BIVA) Maps for an informative scope of your personal body composition, hydration and fitness progress. You can also set fitness goals within the app and monitor your progress as you train and diet toward your desired self.
