Samsung, Cigna roll out health-and-fitness app

BLOOMFIELD, Conn. — Samsung Electronics, along with health-service company Cigna, on Monday announced a new version of the Coach by Cigna mobile app, which helps the user to identify their personality type, needs and preferences. It also provides programs to help with such topics as diet, exercise, stress and weight. 

 

"Samsung is committed to providing our users with mobile health solutions that go above and beyond what is currently available in the market," said Yong Jin Lee, head of Health R&D Group at Samsung Electronics. "By partnering with Cigna, we can put advanced health technology into the hands of our users, making our applications a fun and integral part of their everyday lives."

 

Coach by Cigna helps identify a range of personality types — "Planner," "Day Dreamer" or "Explorer" — and determines the user’s aptitude, how the user prioritizes their health, and how they understand health issues. Additionally, the app provides diets and fitness programs, complete with instructional videos and support from health coaches, the company said in a statement. 

 

"Cigna is all about finding effective ways to help people achieve healthier, more secure lives," said Heather Valteris, Cigna’s global head of channel and partnership marketing. “We tested, we learned and now we're putting our expertise into our next generation of Coach by Cigna. With less than 20 simple questions, we can get to know your style, your preferences and the best ways to meet you where you are and help get you to where you want to be." 

 

The app is available for free in the Google Play store for the following devices:  Samsung Galaxy S6, S6 Edge, Galaxy S5, Galaxy Note 4 and Note Edge. According to the companies, Coach by Cigna’s programs complement Samsung’s S Health app, an “all-in-one companion” for a user’s healthy lifestyle.