Isle of Wight residents aged 16 and over will now have the chance to borrow a physical activity smart watch from their local library as part of a new pilot project.
The Physical Activity Smart Watch Loan Scheme will run until March 2027, offering library members the opportunity to borrow an Amazfit Bip 6 smart watch for up to 6 weeks – completely free.
This initiative gives residents the chance to try physical activity smart watches that tracks movement, monitors health, supports wellbeing, encourages healthier habits and to seek support.
Participating libraries include Cowes, Freshwater, Newport, Ryde, Sandown and Ventnor.
Why Borrow a Smart Watch: Moving more everyday boosts your health, energy and mood. It helps maintain strength, balance, and energy, making everyday tasks easier, more enjoyable and supports living in good health.
Every bit of movement counts, and simple changes can make a big difference, such as, taking short walking breaks, standing while making phone calls, using the stairs instead of lifts, or doing gentle stretches while watching TV.
The Amazfit Bip 6 is a sleek, waterproof device packed with features to help you stay on motivated and on track:
- Sleep quality monitoring
- Step Counter
- 140+ different activity modes
- Health training and recovery analysis
- Zepp coach
Plus many more features!
How It Works
- Who Can Borrow? Isle of Wight library members aged 16+
- Loan Period: Up to 6 weeks
- Requirements: Valid library membership and photo ID
Councillor Clare Mosdell, chair of the Adult Social Care, Public Health and Housing Needs Committee, said:
“We’re excited to launch this innovative scheme, which puts health and wellbeing at the heart of our community.
“Physical inactivity is a major contributor to poor health outcomes and differences in health between communities.
“By making physical activity smart watches accessible to everyone, this scheme supports community-led health improvements, helping residents to move more and enjoy the social, physical and mental benefits of being physically active”
For more information visit: Smart watch activity tracker loan scheme – Isle of Wight
