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I got the FitBit Flex a few weeks ago after A LOT of research and I love it. I don't really do stairs because of my knees and I didn't like the analog clock. The FitBit Flex is thin and sleek. It's really challenged me to move. One time I ran in place for about 10 minutes just to reach my goal so it really motivates me! I also LOVE that it tracks my sleeping habits. I now know I sleep HORRIBLY but I'm working on it.
I got mine at GNC and with the member discount and sale I paid about $90 but that was holiday time. I highly recommend it. Best purchase this year.
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I started with the Ultra in 2012 and then switched to the "One" in 2013.
Yes, it is worth it if you are willing to commit to a level of walking (or running) that either moves you to a weight goal or maintains once you achieve your target. I like the way it links in with MFP though you do have to be careful of certain conditions that allow "double counting" of exercise.
I achieved nearly all of my weight loss through measuring/monitoring my step count first with an OMRON pedometer and then with the FITBIT. Now that I run in addition to walking, the FITBIT does a reasonable job of measuring distance, a good job of estimating calories while walking. I use a HRM for monitoring calorie expenditure during my runs and other activities that the FITBIT is particularly poor at estimating (e.g., cross-training, certain yard work, etc.)0 -
I love my Fitbit One. I've had it for about a year and can't live without it. Even bought some as gifts for family & friends. But I'm sort of a gizmo freak so YMMV.0
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I've had my Ultra since July 2012. I've just ordered a One in the Boxing Day deals on Amazon because it's falling apart. I do my 10,000 steps every day and it's been a great tool keeping me aware of my movement. I hit my goal on Christmas Eve and am now working towards maintenance and know it will keep me moving.0
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I just got the One and I have NO clue how it works or what I am supposed to do with it for it to help me. lol
You bought it with no idea of how it worked? :huh:0 -
Bumping to read later!0
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I love it and their customer service is great!!! Just be sure to keep your receipt.0
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For those using the Force (insert obligatory Star Wars joke here), have you had any problems with the band? That seems to be the number one complaint when I look on Amazon, but I'm really more inclined to get the Force than the Flex (I prefer to see actual numbers, and the non-waterproofing thing doesn't really apply to me).0
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I just got the Flex for Christmas. I'm getting online to figure out how to use it. Hopefully it gets easier to put on my wrist. LOL0
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I just got the Flex for Christmas. I'm getting online to figure out how to use it. Hopefully it gets easier to put on my wrist. LOL
I had the same problem. The first time i felt like a moron, it took me a few minutes of struggling. Now it's like a reflex.0 -
For those using the Force (insert obligatory Star Wars joke here), have you had any problems with the band? That seems to be the number one complaint when I look on Amazon, but I'm really more inclined to get the Force than the Flex (I prefer to see actual numbers, and the non-waterproofing thing doesn't really apply to me).
I know the first time I went to put on my Flex band, it was a bit difficult, but not life ruining. I know the band for the Force is the same material. However, the Flex comes with two bands- small and large; while the Force only comes with the one size you order.
I have tiny wrists and I wear the small Flex band near the largest setting. So, I'd be kind of biffed if I ordered a Force and it was too big/small.0 -
I got the Force for Christmas and I'm liking it so far.0
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Does it track calories like an HRM?0
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Does it track recumbent bike exercise?0
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I had the fitbit one for about a month before I lost it. I don't suggest it. I am looking to purchase the fitbit flex. I loved my one and was very upset when I lost it. Not cool at all losing $80.0
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I have one, but I never use it anymore.
It's good in the sense of being a pedometer, but that's all it is really. A glorified pedometer.
A HRM would be a much better and probably cheaper purchase.
But hey...Had I not reached my goal weight a few months ago it might have been more useful to me. As it stands, it was a gift, and I kind of like gadgets, so it will be fun.
P.S. It's fallen off of my wrist a 1/2 dozen times today - once while out shopping. I'm not sure this is going to be a long-term relationship, if you know what I mean.0 -
Flex on July 4th weekend. Then got the Force in November. Love them both, VERY motivational for me. The Force is IMHO better for what it does/what you can see, but it is larger and you can't swap out the band.
Join the Fitbit Users discussion board here for more info & wearers :drinker:
Also check out EveryMove.org, https://www.walgreens.com for their balance/steps program, http://www.achievemint.com/ and http://earndit.com for cash incentives, discounts and you can donate your "calories" here weightlossproject.org just for moving :flowerforyou:0 -
Does it track recumbent bike exercise?0
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Does it track calories like an HRM?
...like an HRM? NO0
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