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1 1 The 5 AM Miracle with Jeff Sanders #191: Apple Watch: My Full Review of the Good, Bad, and Ugly February 20, 2017 Introduction [Play Double Stoker ] The Apple Watch is cool, but is it actually worth buying? I finally broke down and bought myself an Series 2 Nike+ Apple Watch for Christmas a few months ago, and today I will breakdown my full experience. [Fade Out Music] This is The 5 AM Miracle - Episode #191: Apple Watch: My Full Review of the Good, Bad, and Ugly [Intro Song] Good morning and welcome to the 191st episode of The 5 AM Miracle. I am Jeff Sanders and this is THE podcast dedicated

2 2 to dominating your day before breakfast. Every Monday morning my goal is to help you bounce out of bed with enthusiasm, create powerful lifelong habits, and tackle your grandest goals with extraordinary energy. Here on The 5 AM Miracle Podcast we discuss early mornings, and we dive deep into topics like healthy habits, personal development, and rockin productivity! This week I discuss my experience with the Apple Watch - the good, the bad, and the ugly. In the Tip of the Week segment I share a great health tip to cool down after a hard workout. But first, I have a quick announcement. I am now scheduling speaking engagements for the second half of In addition to this podcast, I frequently speak to universities, conferences, and companies about productivity, efficiency, healthy habits, and the core components of The 5 AM Miracle. If you know someone I should connect with, your boss, an event planner, or someone who is looking for a public speaker for an upcoming event, have them me: jeff@jeffsanders.com. You can also learn more at my speaking page: JeffSanders.com/speaking.

3 3 Now, let s begin with this week s feature segment! [Fade Music Up and Out] Just a couple of months ago I finally took the plunge and bought myself an Apple Watch I have been waiting for a few years and finally found my reason to get one. But, should you? If you do, how should you use it? Which features are best? How does it break down in terms of the good, the bad, and the ugly? Today, I will cover ALL of that and more! Let s get started! Should You Buy an Apple Watch? My experience Why I bought it Built-in GPS for running That s it

4 4 The good 1. Built-in GPS for running Super easy to go for a run Tracks distance, pace, and time Nike+ syncs to your iphone and online profile Had one software glitch, which was solved by reinstalling WatchOS 2. Activity Monitoring Calories Burned Time Exercising Hours Standing Breathing App 3. ApplePay Simple and easy Doesn t require an iphone The bad 1. Many apps are ridiculous on a watch Using the mobile-version is lightyears better for many apps

5 5 Texting Google Maps Photos Keynote 2. Have to charge it daily, and update software 2 things not required by normal athletic watches 3. Not indestructible I bump it into things all the time High chance I will break the screen soon My older running watches were super tough and could handle anything The ugly 1. Nearly useless without an iphone Totally dependent on the phone Can t use Siri Can t use many apps at all The key breakthrough that will make the Apple Watch truly amazing it total

6 6 independence -- never relying on the iphone to function 2. Had to wipe it and reinstall the operating system twice Glitchy and annoying 3. Still too complicated As much as I love Apple, this device is a misstep Most features are complicated and clunky Needs lots of streamlining in the future Criteria for buying an Apple Watch 1. Does the Apple Watch have at least ONE key feature that would dramatically change your life? GPS for running, quick access to info on your wrist, etc. 2. Is that feature worth $500? Many GPS watches are much cheaper

7 7 3. Is there another device on the market that is cheaper or more effective for this one feature you want so badly? Apple doesn t own this market. You can and you should do some market research first. Optimizing Your Apple Watch for Health & Productivity Best Features to Use 1. GPS for running Requires Series 2 Nike+ is a great benefit 2. Activity Monitoring Calories Burned Time Exercising Hours Standing 3. Nozbe Requires the phone to use Siri

8 8 But, great for adding a new task on the fly 4. Breathing App Great reminder to slow down, meditate, and breathe 5. Heart Rate Resting heart rate Tracks pulse during workouts Productivity Tips 1. Turn off notifications 2. Only install apps you actually use 3. Use a task manager that has an Apple Watch app (Nozbe) 4. Use ApplePay 5. Use any app that actually saves you time (or is dramatically easier than using your phone) My Overall Impression It is the worst Apple Product I have ever owned I use to work for Apple! I LOVE Apple products I have owned 5 mac computers, 3 iphones, 3

9 9 AppleTVs, 3 ipod Shuffles, an ipod Touch, an ipad, an Airport Extreme, and dozens of other little gadgets. I don t love it. Yet It has tremendous potential, but it s not there today I Want to Hear From You What apps or features can you not live without? Why do you love (or hate) your Apple Watch? If not the Apple Watch, what device do you use and love? Leave your comments on the show notes page at JeffSanders.com/191 [Fade In Spring in My Step ] [Nozbe] For the last 3 years I have been personally using Nozbe every single day to manage ALL of my tasks,

10 10 projects, events, appointments, meetings, and random ideas. It is my go-to solution for managing all of my many personal and professional commitments, and I know it can be the same for you. Nozbe is a tool utilized by more than 300,000 busy people and effective teams from all around the world to get their tasks and projects done. Nozbe is both a desktop and mobile web app, and also offers native apps for the Mac, Windows, Linux, Android, Apple Watch, ipad, and iphone. And to make your productivity system more robust, you can seamlessly attach to Nozbe tasks your Evernote notes or files from your Dropbox, Box or Google Drive. Also, every Nozbe PRO user gets a second account for their partner included for free. To begin your free 30-day Nozbe PRO trial, go to Nozbe.com/5am Once there, you can enter to win a full year of Nozbe Pro, which is valued at $96. 3 winners will be chosen between now and the end of March, so there are many chances to win. Once again, for your chance to win a full year of Nozbe Pro, visit Nozbe.com/5am.

11 11 [Organifi] I m a big fan of eating healthy. But, I also know how difficult it can be to get all of the healthy nutrients you need when your life is busy and unpredictable. So, I highly recommend you try Organifi Green Juice. I have been drinking this every day for the last few months, and it s amazing stuff! Organifi Green Juice Gently-dried Superfood powder Organic Non-GMO Gluten-free Soy-free Dairy-free Vegan No blending or juicing required. 1 simple scoop per day with 30 servings per bottle Ingredients Chlorella Spirulina Mint Beets Matcha Green Tea Wheatgrass

12 12 Turmeric Lemon Coconut Water and more.! Visit JeffSanders.com/greenjuice Use the Coupon Code SANDERS to save 20% off your order. Once again, that s JeffSanders.com/greenjuice [Fade Out Music] This week s Tip is to use a sauna after a hard workout. I was speaking at a conference last month and the hotel that hosted the event had an elaborate spa facility, complete with massage therapists, hot tubs, steam rooms, and saunas. I don t often treat myself to this kind of luxury, so I thought a couple hours in the spa would be a nice way to relax after giving my speech. It was incredible! Not only was the spa nice, it highlighted immediately how badly I need to relax, and do so a lot more often than once every few years!

13 13 So, I decided to put that idea into action as soon as I returned to Nashville. As I mentioned recently on the show, I joined a local Gold s Gym and have been lifting weights there over the winter months. What I had not taken advantage of, until a few weeks ago, was the sauna and steam room in the locker room. Not many guys use either one of these, so it was easy to slip in and test it out for myself. I quickly realized that a sauna after a hard workout is a great way to relax and cool down, so to speak. Saunas are intense, especially when they reach 180 F, so take it easy if you re new to them. You don t want to find yourself passed out or getting sick from overheating. Also, DON T wear your Apple Watch! It does provide heart rate and a timer, but it overheats and will damage the watch. I overheated my Apple Watch twice in one 15-minute session in the sauna. If you don t have access to a sauna or steam room, you likely can treat yourself to a hot tub,

14 14 bubble bath, or just a hard sweat on a hot summer day. Do whatever you can do to help yourself relax and rejuvenate after a hard workout or hard week at the office. It really is an amazing experience. [Opening Night Music] Action Steps: #1 Get a smart device to monitor your daily habits. You certainly don t have to get an Apple Watch to monitor your habits, but I do think it s incredible valuable to have up-to-date data at your disposal --- especially right there on your wrist! Whether you get an Apple Watch, FitBit, or some other device, commit to getting something and keep track of your daily healthy habits. The simple motivation and reminder to improve your daily steps, meditation minutes, or miles run is worth the investment. #2 If you do decide to get a smart device -- optimize it and actually use it! Adjusting the settings on your device to match your lifestyle will make the device useful for

15 15 you. When you customize, adjust, and optimize the devices you own -- you then get the full benefit from them. It takes time to experiment and find out what works for you, but it s worth the time. Without customizing them, every device you own will simply ring, bing, and ding with a million distracting and confusing reminders to do things you haven t committed to doing at all. #3 Sweat like a champ. One of the primary benefits or a sauna or steam room is allowing your body to experience a deep sweat. There are many health benefits to sweating, and just 15 minutes in a hot sauna a few times a week can be really beneficial. However you can, get your sweat on! [Fade In Music] As always, if you would like to see the complete list of the links I mentioned in this episode, please visit the show notes page at JeffSanders.com/191, as in Episode 191. Finally, on the podcast next week I will be speaking

16 16 with Kary Oberbrunner, author of the new book, Elixir Project. Kary has some fascinating insights to share about being hacked, both metaphorically and literally, through his foray into this quasi-fiction adventure. Well, that's it for this episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast. Until next time remember, you have the power to change your life, and the fun begins bright and early. [Fade Music Up and Out]