In India, National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 to honour the legacy of Major Dhyan Chand on his birth anniversary. This day also serves as a reminder of the importance of sports and fitness in our lives. Athletes across the country partake in the celebrations to increase the engagement that the general public has with sports. For National Sports Day 2025, here are the top 10 gadgets for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
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Apple Watch Ultra 2
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is one of the best fitness trackers for modern-day athletes. Its Grade 5 Titanium case is built for rugged use. The Sapphire crystal front can take a knock without getting damaged. The watch is compliant with MIL-STD-810H durability standards. Powering the smartwatch is Apple’s in-house S9 chip. Its 1.92-inch Retina LTPO OLED display can reach a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The Watch Ultra 2 is rated IP6X for protection against dust. It is water-resistant up to 100m (WR100) and swimproof up to 40m (EN13319). In low-power mode, the smartwatch can last up to 72 hours.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
If you’re not tuned into the Apple ecosystem, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is one of the best Android smartwatches around. Its frame is made out of Grade 4 Titanium, and the display is protected by Sapphire crystal. Like its Apple counterpart, the Galaxy Watch Ultra is also compliant with MIL-STD-810H standards. The 1.5-inch Super AMOLED on the Watch Ultra can hit a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. Powering the smartwatch is Samsung’s 3nm W1000 Exynos processor. For high-performing athletes, this smartwatch can calculate the Full Threshold Power (FTP). On top of that, it can track up to 3 activities at once. For more details, read our Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra review.
Samsung Galaxy Ring
If you don’t like to strap a watch around your wrist while working out, you can get a smart ring to track all the essential metrics. The Samsung Galaxy Ring is one of the best in its genre. This smart ring comes in 3 finishes and 9 sizes. It has a Grade 5 Titanium frame and an IP68 rating. It can handle 10ATM of water pressure. Depending on the size of the ring, its battery capacity varies between 18-23.5mAh. It can track all the essential health metrics like your heart rate, blood oxygen level, and sleep cycle. There’s support for a wide range of activities. With automatic workout detection onboard, you don’t need to grab your smartphone to start tracking your exercise.
Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6
If you’re looking for an affordable fitness tracker, the Mi Smart Band 6 is a great bargain. This fitness band has a 1.56-inch pill-shaped AMOLED colour display. The smart wearable tracks your heart rate around the clock. The readings from the SpO2 monitor and heart rate sensor are consistent with medical-grade equipment. There’s support for 30 different activities. The band can auto-detect 6 fitness activities. It can handle 5ATM water pressure and is safe to wear while swimming.
Polar H10 Chest Strap
The Polar H10 chest strap is designed to track the heart rate of pro athletes. It is way more accurate than the average smartwatch. Its ECG sensor consistently tracks your heart rate throughout your workout and relays the data to your smartphone or smartwatch. This chest strap is compatible with a wide range of training apps. The non-slip silicone dots and the secure buckle keep the strap in place. The strap material is washable. On a full charge, this device can last up to 400 hours.
Therabody TheraGun Mini 2.0
A thorough recovery process is the key part of every pro athlete’s daily regimen. A deep tissue massage is one of the best ways to speed up the recovery process. The Therabody TheraGun Mini 2.0 is one of the best devices for this task. This portable massage gun de-stresses the muscles and provides instant pain relief. The ergonomic design offers a firm grip, and it is easy to aim the gun on your shoulders, arms, back, feet, and legs. The QuietForce Technology curbs the sound produced by the machine to an acceptable level. This is one of the best recovery gadgets for athletes who frequently suffer from cramps and knots.
Dr Odin Waldon Vibrating Foam Roller
The Dr Odin Waldon foam roller uses high-intensity vibration and wave texture to bring relief to muscle tension and knots. There are 4 different modes on offer, each set to a different level of intensity. You can place this roller on the floor and use it on your legs, calves, and thighs, or wrap the strap around your body to target certain parts. The device can be charged with a USB Type-C cable. It has a built-in safety mechanism that keeps it from overheating.
Agaro Dual Channel Tens Massager
The dual-channel tens massager from Agaro is one of the best gadgets for athletes under Rs 2,000. There are 24 pre-programmed modes on this device with 20 intensity levels. The device comes with 2 large pads, 6 medium pads, and 2 small pads. These pads can attach to any part of the body and offer targeted stimulation. With a 180mAh battery capacity, this massager can last up to 4 hours on a full charge.
Sony LinkBuds Open
If you don’t like the noise cancellation (active or passive) that comes with traditional earbuds, you need to check out the Sony Linkbuds Open. These earbuds have a doughnut-shaped design, which allows a clear passage to ambient and background sounds. This ensures that you’re always aware of your surroundings, even while listening to music. If you like going on long runs in the city, these earbuds won’t isolate you from the sounds of the traffic. For more details about their soundstage and battery life, check out our Sony Linkbuds Open review.
GoPro Hero12
GoPro is one of the essential gadgets for athletes and adventure enthusiasts who also love filming content. If you’ve got a YouTube channel where you like to document your fitness regimen, the GoPro Hero12 will go a long way. This waterproof action camera can record videos in 5.3K and 4K resolutions. You can attach it to a headband and record POV footage of your swimming routine. The 1,720mAh Enduro battery can record continuous 5.3K footage at 30fps for 1.5 hours. Bringing down the resolution to 1,080p takes the battery life to 2.5 hours.
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Final Thoughts
These are our top 10 gadgets for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Make sure you check out our reviews before making a purchase. How are you celebrating National Sports Day this year? Let us know in the comments!
