My word for the year is elevate which means I’ll spend a good deal of time looking for ways to raise my standard of living in both large and small ways. As you know, big changes require consistent small steps and my first small step toward elevating my fitness level is my brand new Fitbit Charge Fitness Tracker. It’s the best activity tracker on the market!
Not familiar with Fitbit? It’s an activity tracker that measures your daily steps, calorie intake/output, stairs climbed, distance traveled and sleep quality. It syncs wirelessly with your phone and/or computer and shares data with other fitness apps like Lose It! and Nike+ Running as well as wireless scales like Fitbit Aria. How does all this technology and connectivity help you? Information is power and the more you know about your eating and activity/exercise habits, the faster you can reach your fitness goals.
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| Great day on the left, so-so day on the right. |
Like a lot of people, I lead a rather sedentary lifestyle. Most of my work is done on computer which means lots of sitting down time and because I work from home a lot, days can go by when I don’t leave the house. Great for my winter hibernation practice but not good for getting in those 10,000 steps. But since I’ve had the Fitbit Charge fitness tracker, I make more of an effort to be active even if I don’t go outside. I make sure to climb the steps a few times to reach my floors climbed goal and I’ve even done living room laps to reach my steps goal. I have been scolded on Facebook about revealing that last one though; apparently it’s a Fitbit Society secret. Who knew?!
[Tweet “Let technology help you reach your fitness goals faster! #FitBitNation”]Here are all the deets on the Fitbit Charge Fitness Tracker:
- Tracks your food intake in app but can also sync with other food trackers.
- Tracks your steps, mileage, stairs climbed, activity level, water intake and weight.
- Tracks your walking, running or hiking workouts.
- Tracks your sleep activity and records nighttime restlessness.
- Syncs wirelessly across devices for up-to-the-minute information.
- Connects with your fitness-minded friends and provides a leader board for challenges and general merriment.
Extras:
- Set daily alarms.
- Syncs with your phone and displays Caller ID.
- Sends you reminders to get moving.
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| Fitbit Charge, ChargeHR and Surge |
The Fitbit Universe is broad and all encompassing. I have the Charge but there is also the Flex, the ChargeHR for active fitness/heart rate monitoring and the Surge for performance fitness. These are all worn on the wrist. There are also the Zip and the One that can be worn on different parts of your body or carried in your pocket but they track less data. With all the different options, you are sure to find one that fits your needs and your budget. They are all available at Best Buy or on Amazon so get shopping and get active!
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| At the midway point on my first day. |
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Patranila is an actress, singer-songwriter, and beauty and lifestyle influencer in NYC. She is the creator of The 5-Day Mini Beauty Boot Camp, a fun and inspiring beauty challenge designed to help you refresh and recharge.
I threw my fitbit out recently. I never used it, but it is great for people who want to keep track of their stats!
I'm not too active anymore so don't know whether this would help me at all. It does sound like a good way to try and make sure you stay active though–Maybe I should look at them next time I am in Best Buy.
Santa wasn't listening, but maybe Cupid is. I would love a Fitbit for myself. I need to be held accountable.
Ha! I hope he is listening!
I have been using the fitbit flex for over a year now and I love it. It is very motivating.
I love my FitBit but this one looks even more awesome. Will have to look into it.
I have always wanted a Fitbit! Looks awesome!
I'm really hoping to get a FitBit soon! I really want one!
I like that it sends reminders. I need that because of being sedentary for work so much!
I'm still wearing my Jawbone but am looking to upgrade. Hadn't seen the Charge before – very cool!
Very nicel! Gotta love how technology can improve our lives for the better.
I think I would use that heart monitoring option! I need a FitBit!
I keep seeing so many people using these and I really want one for myself!
A ton of my friends have these – but I've never really gotten into them. Looks cool though!
This sounds really great. Very handy tracking.
This product looks amazing and I would love to have one soon. I have shared it with my hubby and lets see if he can buy me that on Valentines. Thanks
I love Fitbit . Their products are amazing. I haven't seen this one yet.
I'm not really big on fitness like I'd want to be but this is sonething I'm sure my hubby would be obsessed over. #BrownGirlBloggers
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I won a fitbit at Blogher! I was so excited but still haven’t set it up. I will do it this weekend
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That’s so cool! I tried so hard to win something at BlogHer and nada! Definitely set up your Fitbit as soon as you can. It’s easy and you’ll be hooked instantly!
So so jealous of your Fitbit Charge but I have too much wearable tech to justify another. Now I wear a FitBit and my Polar M400. I’m like the Mr. T of activity trackers! Thanks for this review…more fodder for when I decide to add to my gold chain…I mean activity tracker collection.
Love reading about new gear! This one is cute too.
Don’t judge but I used to be anti-tracker…. however now that they have it on my phone I absolutely love it. My competitive natures likes to be my previous days record, loll.
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I got into them too because of my phone! Having something you wear though is better than the phone because it’s always on. I compete in weekly and daily challenges with my friends (and some strangers) all the time. #FitbitNation!