Wearable Technology Promises to Promote Healthy Lifestyles

American tech company Garmin reveals plans to encourage fitness through its latest range of wearable technologies designed specifically to support a healthy lifestyle.

Garmin have their sights set on a UK audience, having named Tech Data UK B2B distributor for their full range of wearable sports tracking devices. Together, Tech Data and Garmin aim to encourage healthy behaviours amongst their own staff and customers.

Jason Clegg, consumer business development manager at Tech Data said: “Improving employee health and wellness is a common goal for employers, but addressing the needs of individuals at varying levels of fitness can be a challenge. Garmin offers the perfect solution to this problem, providing a range of devices to suit different requirements. These trusted devices can be seamlessly integrated into a corporate wellness programme, providing motivation and recognition for the efforts of employees.”

Anton Beavis, national account manager at Garmin Europe, added: “We look forward to supporting this growing market.’’