(ThyBlackMan.com) Do you run? Workout at the gym? Have aspirations to be as good of a basketball player as Lebron James?
Regardless of your sport of choice, there’s one thing you need to succeed – a quality, durable and stylish sports watch. Believe it or not, even in this small watch niche, not all options are created equal. As a result, it’s up to you to find the watch that best suits your needs and preferences.
One way to find a great sports watch is by looking to see what the top 5 NBA players are wearing. However, another option is to look for a watch that has the features and components mentioned here. When you do that, you’ll not only have a great looking watch, but also one that’s extremely functional.
- The Alarm
While this may seem like a common and somewhat obvious feature, it’s not one you want to ignore. Even though the majority of durable, titanium sports watches have an alarm today, it’s a good idea to make sure before going through with the purchase.
You can use this component of your watch to go off at a particular time and remind you of something you need to do. You can also use an alarm to ensure you get up on time in the morning. This is especially important if you aren’t good at getting up on your own.
- The Size of the Numbers on the Watch
Take a look at the display on the watch. Is the dial easy to read? How big are the numbers? If you are running, or doing some other type of strenuous activity, chances are you don’t want to completely stop what you are doing in order to tell time. However, if the numbers are too small, this is exactly what will happen.
Try to find a watch that you can easily glance down at and see what time it is. This will help ensure you can easily use the watch while participating in various sports related activities.
- A Stopwatch
The ability to figure out how much time it takes to complete a certain task or event is crucial when participating in any athletic endeavor.
In some cases, you may want to know if you can run a specific distance in a certain amount of time, or to see if you can complete an activity faster than you did before. If you purchase a watch with a stopwatch feature, you can easily see if you are able to accomplish the goals you have set for yourself.
- The Button Sizes and Positions
The position and size of the buttons are essential, as they are going to determine how easy it is for you to access the various features of the watch. If the buttons are too small, or if they are located in a weird position, it’s going to make it more difficult to use all the features of the watch – especially while you are running or participating in some other type of high-intensity activity.
Unfortunately, many people overlook this feature, only to discover down the road the watch they purchased is difficult, if not completely impossible to use. Avoid this situation by making sure you can easily find and use the buttons on your watch.
- The Strap
If you are like most men, you are probably going to wear your sports watch for (at a minimum) a few hours. Usually, it is kept on for the duration of the person’s exercise or activity. As a result, you need to make sure that the straps on the watch are not only comfortable, but also adjustable.
While leather and metal are popular options for more formal watch bands, they may not be the right option for this level of activity. You may need to opt for a rubber band to ensure it is not affected by sweat or high levels of activity. This type of strap will also be able to stand up to bumps and scrapes it may get along the way.
- Water Resistance
As mentioned above, when you are participating in any type of sport, or high-intensity activity, there’s going to be sweat. If you don’t have a waterproof watch, you may be asking for trouble.
While sweat usually isn’t going to cause serious damage, what if you decide to go swimming? Don’t you want to be able to take your watch along? If so, be sure to get one that is waterproof. This will help ensure it remains intact and damage free, regardless of the activity you are participating in.
As you can see, there are more than a few features to consider if you are looking for a sports watch. Also, thanks to modern innovation, today’s watches offer a wide array of new options that make them even more appealing. Be sure to consider how you will use the watch to find one that fits your needs.
Staff Writer; Craig McCain
