Five hidden pitfalls of fitness trackers distorting your health view

Fitness trackers and activity apps tend to prioritise step counts while overlooking strength training, rest and broader health context, leaving users with a distorted picture of their wellbeing. Experts warn that over-relying on tracker data can lead to an obsession with numbers at the expense of listening to one's own body. The devices can also discourage exercise when a daily target is not met.