Fitbit Air users are taping the tracker to their bodies for alternative wear

Alternative Placement for Fitbit Air

Fitbit Air users are exploring unconventional ways to wear the health tracker, moving beyond its designed wrist placement. A growing trend involves using kinesiology or athletic tape to secure the device to other parts of the body, particularly the upper arm.

Improved Data Accuracy

According to users, attaching the Fitbit Air to the bicep can lead to more accurate data collection. This is attributed to the reduction of motion artifacts that can occur when the device is worn on the wrist. Bicep trackers are known to offer slightly more precise readings for activity and heart rate monitoring.

Community Adoption and Precedent

This practice has been observed in various online communities, with users sharing their experiences of taping the Fitbit Air to their upper arms and even other locations like socks. The concept of bicep-worn trackers is not new; products like Whoop offer official bicep bands, and third-party bicep bands are available for the Fitbit Air.

User Innovation

While Google designed the Fitbit Air for wrist wear, user ingenuity has led to these alternative methods. The simplicity of the device allows for such adaptations, with some users finding the included wrist band suitable for dual-wearing with a traditional watch, and others opting for tape for a more discreet or data-optimized placement.