Obesity and myopia rates among adolescents continue to rise. According to data from China’s National Health Commission, the prevalence of overweight and obese children aged 6–17 approached 20% in 2023. Meanwhile, smart fitness trackers—thanks to their low cost and engaging features—are becoming effective tools for schools and families to promote health education.

Smart wristbands designed specifically for students typically eliminate distracting features such as social media notifications, retaining core functions like step counting, activity duration, and sleep tracking.

The most distinctive feature is the “PK Mode”—the wristband’s built-in social system allows friends to challenge each other to step-counting competitions, with students ranking at the top each week earning virtual badges.

Pilot data from a Beijing middle school shows that students in classes equipped with smart wristbands increased their average daily step count from 6,800 to 9,200 steps, a 35% increase. Additionally, the wristband’s “sedentary reminder” feature vibrates every 45 minutes to encourage students to get up and move, resulting in a 52% increase in physical activity during breaks. For parents, the wristband’s “geofence” feature sends alerts to their phones when their children leave the school grounds, addressing safety concerns.

Venus Smart Shop offers a curated selection of teen-friendly smart wristbands that use gamification and data-driven approaches to help children fall in love with exercise and stay away from screens.