1st day on Bodymedia

tdh115

Hi all,

Today was the 1st day using my new Bodymedia Fit Link. I am a little confused by the numbers. I think there were times it added steps when I didn't actually get up from my desk. And it did not immediately sync up with my MFP account (took about half the day). But as I understand it, the more I wear the armband, the more accurate it becomes.

Just thought I would check in here to see if anyone has any hints or suggestions. Feel free to add me if you would like.

Happy weight loss journey to each of you!!

determined_erin

Once it gets to know you, it'll have more accurate numbers. I've had mine since February of this year and get very accurate numbers. I usually walk/exercise at the same hours, and the numbers are always very similar. I've only had a few times where it'll add 5 or 10 steps while I am sleeping, probably because I am moving in my sleep.

sjsmith9

I've lost 15 pounds and several inches. I've had mine for more than a year and it went out on me last week. I feel naked without it . Luckily Body Media's customer service worked with me trying to get it restarted and when all failed will replace. I have found great customer service with Body Media and urge you to communicate with them through email with questions and concerns. I am sporadic with my activities. I do take some step classes occasionally at the gym, will most likely do more with winter but do a lot of outdoor work activities that burn calories. I have noticed that when I do a 30 minute step class it registers close to the same steps each time. The activity level may vary and I believe that is up to me as to how hard I am working myself.

adiposediet

Welcome! I strapped my armband back on mid-September and I'm still trying to wrap my brain around all of it. I overthink things and, too often, think I know better than gadgets and websites (which, obviously, I don't or else I wouldn't be pretty much exactly where I was in mid-September!). Here's hoping to good luck for all of us!

~Karen

tdh115

Thanks for the responses. I have been wearing my Bodymedia for a couple of weeks now and I love it. The numbers are getting more regular and I love that I can look at my phone app at anytime and see how I am doing throughout the day. Sometimes this is just the incentive I need to get up away from my desk for a while. I also love that it is so easy to use. With the holidays things have been hectic, but with my Bodymedia I am able to stay focused and on track.