# Athletic Brain Workout Headsets The 'Mendi' Brain Training Headset Uses Lab-Tested Technology By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-04-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-training-headset References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/mendi-brain-training-headset/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mendi/mendi-natural-brain-training-anytime-anywhere-anyone) The 'Mendi' brain training headset is a different kind of workout device for consumers that will enable them to keep their neurological state in tiptop shape in a simple, noninvasive manner. The headset works by being positioned onto the cranium and will go to work using lab-tested technology to harness the measurements being captured from the brain. This data is then used by the system in the accompanying app to control the movements in a [game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainblink), which will work to flood the prefrontal cortex with blood and oxygen. This is reported to help improve [cognitive performance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelliboost) in just five minutes when used two to three times per week. The 'Mendi' brain training headset is priced at $299 and is likely to be in demand amongst health-conscious consumers seeking out a way to expand on their existing healthy habits. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Brain Training Headsets:** Opportunities for integrating this technology into existing fitness and wellness products for a comprehensive health experience. - **Neurological Monitoring:** Potential for incorporating brain activity monitoring into various industries, such as education and entertainment. - **Gamification of Brain Training:** Innovative ways to incorporate gaming and brain training to enhance cognitive performance and induce relaxation. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fitness:** Opportunities for creating a new category of fitness products that incorporate brain training technology. - **Healthcare:** Potential for noninvasive neurological monitoring and treatment in healthcare settings, particularly for patients with cognitive disorders. - **Gaming:** Incorporating brain training technology in gaming, such as using the headset to control game movements, could create a new category of games that promote cognitive performance and relaxation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Brainwave-Connected Tech Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myndplay-myndhub.md) - [Gamified Brain-Boosting Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-muse-s-athena.md) - [Brain Tracking Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mw75-neuro-lt.md) - [Brainwave-Tracking Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muse-s-athena.md) - [AI-Powered Sleep Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frenz-brainband.md) - [Relaxing Brain-Stimulating Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepisol.md) - [AI-Enabled Meditation Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainco-oxyzen.md) - [Brain-Interfacing Gaming Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperx-eeg-headset.md) - [Brain Stimulation Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mave.md)