# Researchers reveal the major downside of wearing a fitness tracker

> Fitness and calorie tracking devices can induce feelings of "shame" in users who fail to meet their set targets, according to research.

- **Source:** [Independent](https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/smartwatch-fitness-tracker-garmin-fitbit-b3008902.html?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a4c4b1eaf865e3dc3bef0b4)
- **Published:** 2026-07-07
- **Category:** Wearables
- **Tags:** #ai
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a4c4b1eaf865e3dc3bef0b4

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