FDclerical 318 Posted December 4, 2016 I notice that 10,000 steps are mentioned frequently and could you tell me the significance of 10,000 steps?This number comes from the American heart association they say it's the recommended goal . I have a desk job so I Cannot achieve this goal unless I workout everyday with a minimum of 30 min which makes it perfect !!!!! Also I earn vitality points through our program at work each day I hit my goal my points earned me badges gift cards movie tickets etc. very motivating!!! Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cdsjjotn 516 Posted December 18, 2016 Just to update, I have purchased a Fitbit and love it!! It has definitely helped me reach my goals on a daily basis. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stephanielp 120 Posted December 18, 2016 I love my fitbit! It's like a healthy constant reminder to get up and move alot of my coworkers have it so we often use the challenges to keep each other on our toes and I like I can keep up with my meals on the same app! You can sink it see your phone caller ID and I bought my first 1 at Walmart 120 and the other 2 at a pawn shop (around 60 both times) there great I love them! You can buy little covers on Amazon too to personalize...I am super hard on stuff I lost the diamond out of my wedding band the first week I had it thank God for insurance (only reason I am on the 3rd lol progress starts in the mind Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Odie 249 Posted December 18, 2016 Which Fitbit would everyone recommend? There are so many to choose from! I just need one to measure my activity. I don't need it to be a watch cause I love the watch I have now!! I want the most bang for my buck and can't spend a fortune on bells and whistles that I won't use! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stephanielp 120 Posted December 18, 2016 I personally like the charge hr all though it does have a watch...omg know there are others without it but same price and sometimes more progress starts in the mind My phone changed that to omg on its own no idea why progress starts in the mind Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cdsjjotn 516 Posted December 18, 2016 I started with the flex. It was under $100 on Amazon. It has steps, weight, exercise, sleep , and tracks food and calories. It's not a watch. I set reminders every 2 hours in which it vibrates to remind me to move Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JupiterinVirgo 846 Posted December 27, 2016 I need some fit bit friends! Does anyone know how to get them? It seems like it would be more motivated and fun Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Travelher 915 Posted December 27, 2016 I got an Alta for Christmas. I love it. I had a step tracked the clipped onto my pants before. I much prefer the watch style. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TexasguyEP 56 Posted December 28, 2016 Yes, I love my FitBit. I bought the FitBit flex, about two months ago, which is one of the more basic ones but it does everything I need. It helps monitor sleep amount, Water intake, caloric intake and serves as a stepometer. Pretty simple to use and not very expensive. I paid $76 after taxes, but it seems to be a lot less expensive now. I think its a great tool for beginners. I definitely encourage you look into the different capacities per Fitbit and see what works best for you. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites