Those annoying smartwatch move alerts will save your life. Only one brand gets them right.

A notification from the Stand Up! app on the Garmin Venu 3.

Sunday Runday

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In this weekly column, Android Central Fitness Editor Michael Hicks talks about the world of wearables, apps, and fitness tech related to running and health, in his quest to get faster and more fit.

Everyone who owns a smartwatch or tracker knows that annoying, guilt-inducing feeling that comes with seeing an hourly move reminder. When you're swamped with work, the "Time to stand up!" message isn't motivational; it feels like an indictment of your lifestyle and a reminder of how unhealthy all that sitting is. It's no wonder that most people turn them off!