I tested the new Samsung Galaxy Watch9: The health trackers most exciting features

Hi, I’m the New York Post’s Wellness Editor — and until a couple weeks ago, I was a smartwatch virgin.I wasn’t a wearables virgin (seriously, what do you take me for?).At this point I feel naked if I leave the house without my Oura ring.But I know the top smart watches have more capabilities, so when I got the opportunity to test out the new Samsung Galaxy Watch9, which is on sale today, I jumped at the chance.Well, I got the watch first, and then I jumped — I’ll be damned if I’m not getting credit for those calories burned.First, basics: The 40mm Bluetooth version costs $379.99 (the 44mm is $409.99).

It needs to connect to a nearby phone for features like calling, texting and apps with data.There’s also an internet-connected LTE option for $50 more.Either way, you need to use it with an Android phone — and if you want all the advanced health features, it has to be a Galaxy.

(That’s similar to the Apple Watch, which can only be used with an iPhone.)Here’s everything you need to know about the most interesting health features, whether you’re thinking of upgrading your old Samsung watch or switching over from another device entirely.To celebrate the launch of the new watch and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the brand invited me to a workout to see the fitness tracker features in action.Once I started recording the session, it was gratifying to watch my screen measure my raised heart rate in real time — and see which particular moves were pushing my body the hardest.During less intense exercise, like a walk in Central Park, I haven’t even had to press “record” — it’s given me a vibrating nudge to let me know it’s tracking my steps and calories burned, and buzzes again when I’ve come to a stop, delivering a summary directly to my wrist.I will note that this watch is very perceptive of heartbeat — and maybe put too much faith in the idea that I’m super active versus highly emotional.Last week, it registered a stressful co...