Why your fitness tracker describes your sleep habits in animal terms

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Why your fitness tracker describes your sleep habits in animal terms

^{Published on 2024-12-11 21:43:06 - Yahoo}

If you use a fitness tracker or smartwatch from one of a few prominent manufacturers
Google, Samsung, or Xiaomi
you've probably noticed that your sleep habits are described in a kind of strange way.

The article from Yahoo Tech discusses the functionality and accuracy of fitness trackers in monitoring sleep. It explains how these devices track sleep stages, including light, deep, and REM sleep, by using sensors to detect movement and sometimes heart rate variability. The article highlights that while fitness trackers provide a general overview of sleep patterns, their accuracy can vary due to factors like the device's placement, the algorithm's sophistication, and individual physiological differences. It also touches on the benefits of understanding sleep patterns, such as improving sleep hygiene, but cautions that these devices might not be as precise as clinical sleep studies. The piece concludes by suggesting that while fitness trackers are useful for personal insights, they should not replace professional medical advice for sleep disorders.

Read the Full Yahoo Article at:
[ https://www.yahoo.com/tech/why-fitness-tracker-describes-sleep-130110237.html ]

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Why your fitness tracker describes your sleep habits in animal terms