Now that I’m feeling old age upon me (lol), it has become all the more important for me to keep track of my busy life and the habits that come with it. This includes how much sleep I get and how much I work out and, ever since my cardiologist told me I had arrhythmia, this also includes my heart rate. That’s why it was so important for me to find a smartwatch that matches my overall lifestyle.

I had tried a lot of smartwatches in the past but none of them really captured my heart. And then I tried the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Series. You could say it was “love at first wear” because the minute I strapped it on, I knew it was the one. While other smartwatches felt like I had a watch on, the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 hardly feels like it’s there. It’s light and comfortable and doesn’t feel like a burden whatsoever.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 also entered my life at an opportune moment: when I had (finally) made the switch to Samsung after years of being an Apple user. It basically fits right into the new ecosystem of devices in my life with my Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 foldable smartphone. This fitness companion knows me best and is an essential accessory for anyone looking to lead an active lifestyle.

Why This Samsung Watch is My Favorite Smartwatch at the Moment

I recently also made the conscious decision to lose weight and become healthier again, and I believe that knowing myself is a vital step towards an effective fitness journey. Equipped with the 3-in-1 Samsung BioActive sensor, the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 provides an accurate overview of my health. From body fat percentage to skeletal muscle weight and heart rate, it provides the real-time readings I need to track my progress toward a healthier me. Additionally, it even comes with over 90 exercises to keep track of my steps, calories, and routines.

Moving from one activity to another? The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro also automatically detects and logs impromptu workouts such as running and swimming, allowing for a seamless transition between activities and holistic tracking of all progress on the Samsung Health mobile application that you can view on your Samsung mobile device.

If you like working out in the great outdoors, the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro is a hardy and trustworthy workout companion for those with a for adventure, from navigation to durability.

Forged with a 2x tougher Sapphire crystal front display 3 and a premium Titanium case, you can depend on the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro to endure the toughest of workouts. Since I bike a lot, I love how its all-new Route workout feature which lets me easily import my workout routes from my smartphone so I can focus on the trail hands-free. It’s good for hikers too.

I actually also got some Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro when I pre-ordered my Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (told ya I have a full ecosystem haha) and this lets me enjoy voice or vibration-guided turn-by-turn navigation so I don’t have to worry about getting lost. When it’s time to head home, Track Back leads me right back to where I started. So convenient!

Of course, the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 also helps me measure my body composition such as muscle and fat mass, as well as water levels, to help me set tailored health goals. It even comes with personalized workouts and progress tracking to guide me step by step toward better health!

Tracking my sleeping patterns is a newfound guilty pleasure of mine now too. The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 comes with insightful sleep-tracking technology that analyzes sleep patterns through Sleep Scores that monitor sleep stages, snore detection, and blood oxygen levels.

All I gotta do is connect to the Samsung Health mobile application on my Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 for personalized sleep coaching based on data collected by my Samsung Galaxy Watch5. Armed with sleep animal symbols that represent your sleeping style, it makes things more fun by allowing me to take on daily missions, checklists, meditation guidance, and sleep reports so I can sleep better.

You can also create an optimal sleep environment with SmartThings by automating your ecosystem of smart home devices to work just the way you like. When it’s time for bed, the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 automatically sets connected lights, air-conditioning units, televisions, and more to predetermined settings that encourage more restful sleep, so you wake up refreshed
and recharged for the next day. How cool is that?

The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 series is the perfect blend of functionality, durability, and style that empowers users to take charge of everyday health habits, enhancing every fitness endeavor.

To match your style, take your pick from 40mm in Graphite, Pink Gold, and Silver, as well as 44mm in Graphite, Sapphire, and Silver. The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro, on the other hand, is available in 45mm in Black Titanium and Gray Titanium.

If you’re looking to reward yourself with something this holiday season in preparation for the New Year, this is definitely the perfect choice to help you keep fit while you work and play.

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