In Episode 128, we pepper Ray Maker with questions about wearable technologies and other products related to fitness and exercise. We start with a discussion around the efficacy of wrist worn heart rate monitoring and quickly dive into many different areas related to running, cycling, swimming and resistance training. Ray’s broad knowledge of various devices, brands and applications definitely surprised us and brought to our attention issues that we never considered. This podcast episode is definitely a must for anyone interested in investing in wearable technology with the goal of accurately monitoring their training. Ray Maker is the author of the popular tech blog known as DCRainmaker.com providing comprehensive reviews of all technology products related to sport, exercise, fitness, training and recreation. Originally from Seattle, Washington, Ray began his quest to train for triathlons as a hobby when not traveling the world as a computer technology consultant. His hobby gradually became integrated with his profession as he began documenting his triathlon training process online, and reviewing various gadgets and technologies related to his journey. Today he is known as one of the top authorities on training related consumer technologies with articles and videos outlining his detailed reviews of thousands of products. You can find out more information on Ray Maker via the following links: Website: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcrainmaker/ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/Dcrainmaker Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcrainmakerblog The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/ Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-show Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5Py2SSPA4mntNwYRm0Opri You can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen