Brits now 'obsessed' with health tracking and say it's key to motivation

One in three Brits are 'obsessed' with tracking their health (Image: Getty Images)

One in three Brits confess to being hooked on monitoring their health - tracking everything from diet and heart rate to sleep quality. A survey of 2,000 adults revealed that a quarter of Brits feel incomplete without daily logging or tracking their health stats. Popular apps include step counters, weight trackers, and period monitors.

A fifth of those surveyed monitor their health to ensure they don't forget anything and to maintain a balanced diet. A third find it boosts their confidence about their overall well-being, while a quarter are convinced that keeping an eye on their health can ward off future illnesses.

Man starting hiking training in the woods. Close-up of smartphone screen with activity tracking App

Brits track everything from step count to stress levels(Image: Getty Images)

Four in ten said wearable tech often helps keep them motivated with the majority saying it's important to see the long-term effects of their health habits.

Despite the potential for data overload, the findings show that more than half 'always or often' feel spurred on to exercise or engage in healthy activities due to their wearable gadgets.

Annika Bizon from Samsung UK & Ireland, which conducted the study coinciding with the release of its One UI 8 watch, remarked: "As we look to the future of health tech, it's clear that wellbeing won't just shape the big moments, but it will also guide the everyday ones too."

The innovative One UI 8 comes equipped with features like bedtime guidance and an antioxidant measurement tool.

"From what time we go to bed, to how we manage stress at work - health and wellbeing is becoming a more conscious part of our day to day lives," she added.

"It's no longer about extremes, but consistency."

To aid in leading a healthier lifestyle, nearly half of the respondents believe that 'micro habits' – small, manageable daily actions that contribute to wellbeing – make it easier to adhere to.

The top micro habits include drinking more water, spending time outdoors or taking vitamins or supplements. Eight out of ten respondents believe that small daily changes can result in significant health benefits over time.

If possible, one in four adults would like to monitor how their body reacts to different foods, and a fifth would love to know their 'mental clarity' at any given moment.

Moreover, half appeared to be keen on smarter support, rather than purely data, liking the idea of using a watch that could indicate a suitable time to go to bed

The research was commissioned by Samsung ahead of the Samsung Unpacked 2025 on 9th July, when the next generation of Galaxy mobile devices will be revealed, which include a new artificial intelligence-powered interface.