# Wearable Wellness Mobile monitors offer on-the-go health tracking. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Jan 19, 2012, updated Mar 27, 2012 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/wearable-wellness ## Key Figures - Trend score: 2.8/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Wearable Wellness trend? **Wearable Wellness:** Wearable gadgets and mobile apps are making it easier than ever before for a consumer to track his health. These health monitors don't just track fitness, but lifestyle, analyzing whether a person's habits and daily activities are having an impact on her wellness. Some devices also alert the consumer whenever something seems out of the ordinary. Being able to actively measure one's health may lead to enhanced wellness among society members in general, as well as a decreased need for a consumer to run to the doctor every time she feels under the weather. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 16, 2011 to Jan 20, 2012 - Published: Jan 19, 2012 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Co-creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/co-creation), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Wearable Wellness trend ### Wearable Wellness Monitors Monitoring health through wearable gadgets and mobile apps is making it easier than ever before. ### Wireless Technology Innovations in wearable gadgets continue to offer wireless monitoring of health and wellness through advanced sensors and Bluetooth connectivity. ### Personalized Health Analytics Advanced algorithms, customized health data and personal dashboards are transforming the health and wellness industry by providing personalized tracking and analysis. ## What the Wearable Wellness trend means for industry ### For Health and Wellness Tracking and monitoring health parameters is transforming the health and wellness industry, offering enhanced personalized services. ### For Technology Advances in wireless technology and sensors are paving the way for wearable gadgets to track and monitor personal health information. ### For Fashion Fashion designers working on wearable health gadgets are tapping into a broader market to offer solutions that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. ## Trend signals for Wearable Wellness Trend score 2.8 out of 10, from popularity 44%, activity 33%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 44% - Activity: 33% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Wearable Wellness trend 5 featured examples from Jul 16, 2011 to Jan 20, 2012. - [Wearable Wellness Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basis-watch): The Basis Watch Tracks Your Heartbeat & Provides Info On Your Health (Category: Fashion) Implication: Healthcare technology companies could innovate by creating more sophisticated, customized wearable health-tracking devices that use advanced algorithms and sensors. - [Body Vital-Monitoring Mobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/health-assistant-device): The Health Assistant Device Doubles as a Cellphone (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The Health Assistant Device combines cellphone functionality with health monitoring, presenting opportunities for mobile technology companies to develop similar devices. - [Wireless Pulse Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scosche-mytrek): Scosche myTREK Keeps Track of your Health without Tangled Wires (Category: Tech) Implication: The fitness industry can benefit from the wireless pulse monitoring technology by integrating it into their workout equipment and facilities. - [Wearable Health Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jawbone-up): The Jawbone UP Wristband Will Help You Lead a Healthier Lifestyle (Category: Fashion) Implication: The health and wellness industry can leverage wearable health trackers to offer personalized monitoring and recommendations for individuals seeking to lead healthier lifestyles. - [Sleek Blood Sugar Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sara-krugman): Sara Krugman Makes Keeping Track of Health Stylish (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Embrace innovative design and technology advancements to improve healthcare devices and make them more user-friendly and appealing. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)