Key points from article :
Tracking steps, pace, etc. with wearables is popular, especially among urban, educated men.
Despite promises of health and motivation, users often stop due to data overload, inaccuracy, or feeling pressured.
Tracking can make exercise feel like work, replacing intrinsic motivation with extrinsic pressure. It can also disconnect users from their bodies and the present moment.
Those who persevere learn to "co-exist" with the technology, adjusting usage based on training type, life circumstances, and goals.
Taking off the watch reveals dependence, with users feeling apprehensive, demotivated, and even physically off-balance.
Schools should teach how to interact with these tools effectively to avoid negative impacts on the sports experience.
