Beyond the Metrics, 9781839997914
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Fitness tech: empowerment or a path to anxiety and obsession?
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Beyond the Metrics

the psychological impact of fitness technology on self-image and social anxiety

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    100 pages

  • Release Date

    13 January 2026

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Summary

Beyond the Numbers: Unmasking the Hidden Impact of Fitness Tech

Beyond the Metrics examines how fitness technology subtly affects self-image, social anxiety, and mental well-being through wearables, performance monitoring, and digital affirmation. It uniquely combines academic insights with practical experiences in competitive sports, user experience, and psychosocial research.

It critically examines how fitness technology, while intended to be empowering, can paradoxically …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781839997914
ISBN-10:1839997915
Author:Asegul Hulus, Esat Hulus, Erman Doğan
Publisher:Anthem Press
Imprint:Anthem Press
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:100
Release Date:13 January 2026
Weight:454g
Dimensions:229mm x 153mm x 13mm
About The Author

Asegul Hulus

Dr. Asegul “Ace” Hulus is an Assistant Professor in Computing and a global expert in AI, UX, and HCI. She is a prolific S.T.E.A.M. researcher and serves in leadership roles at ACM-W and other international bodies.

[Name Redacted] is a professional bodybuilder and PhD candidate in Sports Science. He is a multi-award-winning physique competitor and integrates his academic work with high-level athletic training.

[Name Redacted] is an Assistant Professor and Head of the Sports Management Department. His research focuses on sport psychology and sociology, with publications across national and international platforms.

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