Fitbit... Are they worth it??? Which do u reccomend???

I have the FitBit Charge HR as well and I love it. You can add friends on the app and set different challenges...definitely makes for some extra motivation to move. And it feels awesome to meet all the daily goals as well. Have had it since last June.

I say no cause too many people over complicate fitness. If your training is on point, your nutrition is on point and your sleep is on point then maybe. but its just one more thing to worry about IMHO

I bought a Misfit Flash -- paid about $20 on Amazon -- and bought a different band for it (French Bull, Vine pattern, also on Amazon). Not only is it much cheaper, but you can swim with it (waterPROOF), and you don't have to recharge it continually, because it operates on a battery that lasts six months. I love it, and it synchronizes with MFP. It was tricky to set up the synchronization, but I found instructions on the MFP/Misfit user group that worked. The data isn't as sophisticated as FitBits, but it tracks steps, calories, distance, and sleep. It also tracks other types of exercise (swimming, yoga, etc.) so you get "credit" for everything you do. There is a small learning curve, but I think it is SOOOO worth it and it is SOOO much less expensive than other trackers. It has great reviews in all kinds of publications and on websites. Check it out online.

I've had my fitbit (charge) for over a year and I absolutely love it. I wear it every day. I compete in weekly challenges with my fitbit friends and it's hugely motivational for me. It has helped me be much more active and really be mindful of how much time I spend sitting at my desk job. I would recommend it whole heartedly!

Shammah71 wrote: »

My biggest fear is when I saw an article stating that about half of those purchasing the device stopped using it after a number of months. I hate throwing good money away, espeically if I al already posting my exerercise in MFP everyday already.

Just let customer service know. They send you a new one in case of loss or damage.

jay_mck wrote: »

I say no cause too many people over complicate fitness. If your training is on point, your nutrition is on point and your sleep is on point then maybe. but its just one more thing to worry about IMHO

I would have said the same thing till I actually got an activity tracker. It's amazing what you can do with the extra informaiton if you are motivated to use it.

I bought my Charge HR in October. I love it. It definitely makes me more motivated to reach particular targets, and it is fun trying to compete against other people. I love all the statistics it gives me - and I knew when I bought it that I would be motivated by that. Depends on what motivates you I guess, but it works for me.

lisachuter wrote: »

Hi like the title says realy, just wondering if these fitbits are worth getting?? And if so which would reccomend plz ? Cheers x

Apple watch > all. I had a fitbit, a HRM ... Apple watch is by far the best device I've owned that tracks fitness and your heart rate.

A vote for Fitbit Charge HR! Suits me down to the ground, especially now I have the teal one (and it was so great being able to move from a large to a small band).

I did no research before I got my first one though, FitBit Flex. I'd never really heard about trackers for general activity until the all-knowing Amazon floated an advert in front of my nose the very evening I was plugging my stats into MFP and finally taking weight loss seriously. It was on offer and seemed like it could be fun, so I went for it. I moved to Charge HR for updates on progress without syncing with my phone and I am smitten. I was at a loss without it for 4 days a couple of weeks ago (which probably means I need some sort of FitBit rehab).

I couldn't comment on the range of fitness wearables available now, but I am fully sold on the usefulness of them. You burn far more calories in all the time you are not exercising than when you are, so increasing your amount of 'non-exercise' activity (just walking around basically) makes a huge contribution to your calorie burn. It's a little wrist-based reminder to get up off your backside and walk the long way home!

I absolutely LOVE my charge HR. It is brilliant. I can't recommend it enough if you need a little extra motivation.

Fitbit Charge and Fitbit Charge HR have a ton of hardware issues. The band falls apart over time. You check into this if you plan to buy this Fitbit device. Other Fitbits that doe not use this actual deisgn are better.

I use a garmin vivosmart and love mine however I have preordered the Fitbit Blaze for my husband but this hardware design is not the same as the Charge.

I have a Fitbit Zip, the lowest Fitbit model, that clips on to your waistband or goes in your pocket. I bought it because my skin is so sensitive I can't even wear a watch so I was pretty sure I couldn't wear one of the wrist Fitbits either. I've had mine almost a year and I really like getting feedback about how active (or not) I've been. It really does motivate me to get up and move and try to beat yesterday's steps and active minutes.

I have a polar loop, but also have had a fitbit. For me, my hatred of technology and ensuing complications, makes it not worth it. Honestly, I prefer my hrm for exercise, and my $10 pedometer for steps. btw, both the loop and the fitbit give steps for rocking in a rocking chair for what that's worth. My fave chair, so throws me off quite a bit--4000 steps per movie.

I have my Fitbit for over 2 yrs, I really like it as it makes me get up and move consistently and I like how it calculates my total daily burn which has been pretty accurate for me It contributed to helping me lose my final 5lbs and maintaining my goal weight since then.

(had the Flex first and now the One - I like that the One is discreet and clips inside my bra so its hidden from view)