Fit bit?

jessmeyer6
jessmeyer6 Posts: 9 Member
edited November 27 in Health and Weight Loss
Anyone using a fit bit along with mfp? Looking for some accountability partners! Feel free to add me!
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  • morihay
    morihay Posts: 50 Member
    I use the charge HR I love it
  • vilenski193
    vilenski193 Posts: 49 Member
    Is it really making a difference in your weight loss? I'm deciding if I should get one or if it is just a waste of money
  • jafranco
    jafranco Posts: 8 Member
    I think it is a good tool but there are many activities that you have to manually add such as biking or weight training that Fitbit does not track. Mine does not track steps that great but it is nice to have
  • jessmeyer6
    jessmeyer6 Posts: 9 Member
    I think it's a good tool. I have the HR. I am a very visual person. I like seeing where I am through the day, as far as steps, heart rate etc... I think it's a good investment!
  • LeWahnderful
    LeWahnderful Posts: 64 Member
    I have a jawbone.. Same concept lol
  • irishguns
    irishguns Posts: 53 Member
    I have a flex, it only tracks my steps really. It gives me a calorie burn but I'm not 100% sure how it comes up with that. I'd love to upgrade to a charge HR but haven't yet.
  • gibbeylea
    gibbeylea Posts: 4 Member
    Received a Charge HR for Xmas and am loving it.
  • RebeccaMaunder
    RebeccaMaunder Posts: 171 Member
    I have a flex and I really like it. I would love the hr but for now this has worked. Like others say the flex only does steps but that's OK because between the flex and mfp I can track pretty much anything.
  • flyingfur74
    flyingfur74 Posts: 80 Member
    I love the Charge HR. It motivates me to keep going.
  • destinyhope12345
    destinyhope12345 Posts: 67 Member
    I have the flex and last year lost 30kgs wearing it and logging I stopped wearing it and gained it all back so the flex is back on
  • amber_beaney
    amber_beaney Posts: 54 Member
    I have the charge Hr, got it for Christmas and I'm really enjoying using it, I like the way that I can see how my heart rate changed in my workout. I find that checking it every so often motivates me to make better decisions in my daily routine which will help my weightloss. I don't think the food tracking of fit bit is as user friendly as the Mfp one, so I am using Mfp for all my food tracking still.

  • lesliedias22
    lesliedias22 Posts: 30 Member
    Got one for xmas, so far I like it but haven't really been way into it as of yet. I have the charge HR. I can definitely appreciate the info it's been giving me so far!
  • Frelise
    Frelise Posts: 80 Member
    Question for you guys, does the Fitbit only work with a phone? I have an ancient computer and a Windows tablet, and I don't want to waste money on one if it won't work with any of my electronics. :neutral:
  • Colorscheme
    Colorscheme Posts: 1,179 Member
    Frelise wrote: »
    Question for you guys, does the Fitbit only work with a phone? I have an ancient computer and a Windows tablet, and I don't want to waste money on one if it won't work with any of my electronics. :neutral:

    No. It works for phones, android devices and a computer. You can download the Fitbit program to your comp.
  • chelivia7
    chelivia7 Posts: 21 Member
    I've got a fitbit. The challenges help motivate me.
  • BernieMBurke
    BernieMBurke Posts: 206 Member
    I got a Fitbit Charge HR as a present for myself in early November because of a really good checkup with the doctor. I started at 250 in early March and just hit 173.2 (healthy BMI) this weekend. The Charge HR is really motivating me to keep my step count up (over 20K steps a day this month so far). I'm going to incorporate resistance training as soon as I have recovered from an injury.
  • alittlelife14
    alittlelife14 Posts: 339 Member
    Add me!!
  • 1_Slick_Chick
    1_Slick_Chick Posts: 199 Member
    In California, use a fitbit flex re-committed in 2016. Anyone can add me https://www.fitbit.com/user/3HM2T7
  • jennifer_417
    jennifer_417 Posts: 12,344 Member
    edited January 2016
    vilenski193 wrote: »
    Is it really making a difference in your weight loss? I'm deciding if I should get one or if it is just a waste of money

    It really depends on the user. Some people are motivated by more data, and for some it doesn't make any difference. I like it because I can see in black and white exactly what I'm doing.

    Also: https://www.fitbit.com/user/3MZDVW
  • N0EXCUSE
    N0EXCUSE Posts: 23 Member
    I have a Polar A360 that logs my workouts in MFP. Feel free to add me! :)
  • tkbelz
    tkbelz Posts: 4 Member
    I received one for Christmas and I really love it. Mine is the the HR. It keeps me on track!
  • mrsloganlife
    mrsloganlife Posts: 158 Member
    vilenski193 wrote: »
    Is it really making a difference in your weight loss? I'm deciding if I should get one or if it is just a waste of money

    To answer your question--yes. Maybe it's because I'm data driven and I want to see what my steps, activities, calories, everything in front of me. Maybe it's because I'm competitive so my 'friends' and I are always doing weekend challenges, work week challenges, etc., to up our step game. Maybe it's because with Fitbit I have been more motivated to get more active.

    I have lost 12 pounds so far, and do credit Fitbit with helping me along the way. It has been fun coming up with more creative ways to get activity in.
  • brb_2013
    brb_2013 Posts: 1,197 Member
    vilenski193 wrote: »
    Is it really making a difference in your weight loss? I'm deciding if I should get one or if it is just a waste of money

    It's great, but it is a tool. It's not doing any work for you :) I love how just wearing it keeps me mindful of my purpose and goals. All day!
  • callsitlikeiseeit
    callsitlikeiseeit Posts: 8,626 Member
    i have one (charge hr).

    i dont really USE it though. i mean, i wear it. its linked to mfp. but i track everything IN mfp so other than random data.... it doesnt do much for me. i dont 'complete' with anyone or participate in challenges or even care about steps.

    im pretty sure at some point I'll sell it. LOL
  • CS_Baltimore
    CS_Baltimore Posts: 9 Member
    I have the Surge - theres no way it accurately tracks calories. I log all my food on MFP and sync it, and it always tells me I'm eating at a 1000 calorie a day deficit, when in reality, its probably less than 100. That being said, I love being able to see my heart rate, so when I strength train I know its time to do another set if my HR drops too low. Its also nice to see your steps - kind of motivates me to keep moving if Im slacking one day.

    I'm looking for Friends to share some challenges with. Add me on here!
  • Caitu13
    Caitu13 Posts: 55 Member
    I use a Fitbit Zip and a Fitbit Charge. Love them both, feel free to add if ya'd like!
  • crabiecrab
    crabiecrab Posts: 14 Member
    I got my One in Sept and have used it every day. Dr. recommended this site to work with my Fit Bit. I am over 200 lbs. and I am loosing wt. I bought my Fit Bit One to track my moving and sleep. Love it. I even track my food now so I am more aware of what and amount of food I eat.
  • timetochange52
    timetochange52 Posts: 66 Member
    I have had mine for almost a year, and my steps have increased dramatically. I love meeting my goal every day and participate in tons of challenges, which is a lot of fun. Feel free to add me https://www.fitbit.com/user/38CSPS
  • Rdsgoal16
    Rdsgoal16 Posts: 302 Member
    Anyone feel free to add me........ https://www.fitbit.com/user/3X6663
  • gramarye
    gramarye Posts: 586 Member
    jennifer_417 wrote: »
    vilenski193 wrote: »
    Is it really making a difference in your weight loss? I'm deciding if I should get one or if it is just a waste of money

    It really depends on the user. Some people are motivated by more data, and for some it doesn't make any difference. I like it because I can see in black and white exactly what I'm doing.

    Also: https://www.fitbit.com/user/3MZDVW

    Yes, this. I need data to know how I'm doing, and entering exercise in MFP did not motivate me at all to improve. However, having a clear visual on how many steps I have made and still have to go? Works like a charm for me, and has drastically improved my ability to ensure that I stay within a calorie deficit in the months that I've had it.
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