Wondering whether Fitbit Ionic: adidas edition is right for you? If you’re a runner—or just serious about staying fit—kick your legs up for a second and keep reading. Because in addition to offering a signature two-toned breathable sport band and custom Adidas-designed clock faces inspired by the iconic race bib, Fitbit Ionic: adidas edition also comes preloaded with the adidas Train app, a unique coaching experience aimed at helping to improve form, power, and speed.
The adidas Train app consists of six cross-training workouts that were created in collaboration with performance experts at adidas and are exclusive to Fitbit Ionic: adidas edition, meaning you won’t find them on any other platform or device. Each one—from a leg-loosening dynamic warm up to a metabolism-revving interval routine—provides on-screen step-by-step instruction on how to do each move.
Not sure whether you need to cross-train? Consider this: A meta-analysis of five studies that looked at the effects of strength training on highly trained runners found that doing low- to high-intensity resistance and plyometric exercises two to three times a week for at least two months helped improve running economy—which is a fancy way of saying the competitive runners’ bodies required less oxygen to go the same speed.
And, if you often find yourself on the sidelines, another recent meta-analysis found strength training to be one of the best ways to stay running strong; it reduced acute injuries to less than one-third and overuse injuries by almost one-half.
Sold? Get a sneak peak of the workouts below.
6 Workouts That Will Help Take Your Running to the Next Level
Each adidas Train app workout is designed to help runners and athletes of all levels get fitter, faster, and more agile. Not runner? Not a problem. All of the exercises are based around foundational movements that translate across sports and everyday life activities.
Workouts range from five to 15 minutes and can be completed within 50 minutes, done individually, in addition to a run, or in various combinations, depending on your goals.
PRE-AND POST-RUN SESSIONS
These warm-up and recovery exercises are meant to be done before or after a run, workout, or trip to the gym.
Dynamic Warm Up
You know better than to leave your front door and start sprinting down the block, but how often do you actually warm up? This dynamic routine will help raise your body temperature and get your body ready to work.
Run Activation
This quick bodyweight workout focuses on hip, core, and shoulder stability for better posture and running form.
Post Run Stretch
Even if you never skip a stretch after your run, are you executing each stretch properly and for the recommended amount of time? Ensure proper recovery with this fast and easy cooldown.
STANDALONE WORKOUTS
Do these challenging, higher-intensity workouts whenever you’d like—just be sure to properly recover between each one.
Power Pace Workout
Channel your inner cheetah and build power during your runs with a workout designed to train the body to be more elastic, forceful, and efficient.
Metabolic Workout
This interval-training workout will help you increase your speed and boost your metabolism by combining bursts of intense movement followed by moments of recovery. Research shows that high-intensity interval training is more effective at reducing belly fat better than other types of exercise.
Strong Strides
Add strength-building exercises to your run with this workout for stronger, faster legs that will carry you across the finish line.
Pre-Order Fitbit Ionic: adidas edition Today
Fitbit Ionic: adidas edition is available for presale on Fitbit.com and select online retailers for $329.95. Fitbit Ionic: adidas edition will be available in stores worldwide beginning March 19, 2018, including major North American retailers Amazon, Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Kohl’s, Macy’s and Nordstrom. It comes with an exclusive two-tone sport band in Ink Blue and Ice Gray that is swim-ready and offers breathability for active workouts. Existing Ionic accessories, including the classic band and Horween leather strap, are compatible with Fitbit Ionic: adidas edition.
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This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or condition. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, altering your sleep habits, taking supplements, or starting a new fitness routine.
Can I add this app to my already purchases Ionic?
I have the same question by Rebecca.
So is this why Adidas pulled out of it’s miCoach program?
I do not have a smart phone. Can I still use the Ionic Addidas Addition?
Will be any new training workouts from adidas like the ones in miCoach ever available in this fitbit+adidas version?