This exercise armband will stop you ruining your fancy Apple Watch straps
I’m sweating like a pig
Is the Twelve South ActionSleeve 2 a good fitness band for the Apple Watch?
Generally, yes. The ActionSleeve 2 is well-made and basically does everything you’d expect a strap to do. It’s comfortable to wear and feels like it’s built to last.
The problem I’ve encountered is more an issue with the Apple Watch. Basically, when the sensors on the Apple Watch leave your skin, the wearable locks and pauses the workout. There is no way to stop this, as it’s a built-in security system.
Unfortunately, this is a problem I’ve bumped into while wearing the ActionSleeve 2 — especially when it’s on my upper arm. Whenever the muscle flexes (yes, I’m SWOLE), the Apple Watch locks.
Basically, just strap it somewhere that doesn’t shift too much during exercise. After rigorous and super scientific testing, I’ve concluded it’s best to use it on your ankle. You’re welcome.
I think I’d sum up the Twelve South ActionSleeve 2 like this: if you’re after a new exercise strap for your Apple Watch that you don’t have to wear on your wrist, this is the accessory for you.
But don’t just rush out and buy it. Have a think and ensure that you can wear it on your ankle without it getting in the way of your sport. If so, perfect! If not, maybe look into something like an external heart rate monitor that can sync to your Watch.
Honestly, there’s not much more to say about the Twelve South ActionSleeve 2 than that. It does what it promises, and it does it well. Its downsides are more down to the technology it’s an accessory too, rather than itself.
If you’d like your own Twelve South ActionSleeve 2, you canpick it up here for around $40. Make sure you choose the right size for your Apple Watch though!
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Callum Booth is a freelance journalist with over a decade of experience. Previously, he was the Managing Editor of TNW, where his reporting(show all)Callum Booth is a freelance journalist with over a decade of experience. Previously, he was the Managing Editor of TNW, where his reporting was cited widely, including in VICE, the FT, and the BBC.
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