K, so I just got my fitbit flex....tell me all about how you guys use it.

Can it. Be worn in the shower and in the pool for an hour?

Thanks for any info and tips!

There are lots of people in this forum who use MFP with Fitbit very successfully. I have been using both, in sync since September 2013. I also received the "Aria scale" as a gift and have that linked to my FitBit

In the MFP App there is a section called Apps & Devices. Click it open and a list of programs and devices that sync with MFP appear. Follow the directions.You will need to start an online account at both sites.

Also here is a link to FitBit help. Good luck!

https://help.fitbit.com/customer/portal/articles/1179771

Thank you. I will take advantage of another snowy day and give it a try.

I have been using my fitbit since November and have synced it with MFP and the Aria scale. I just love it! It motivates me to park further away, take the stairs and challenge myself to increase my amount of activity everyday. MFP is the best food,diary tool out there and syncs perfectly with my fitbit. The Aria scale is also a great tool. All of these items/apps have been essential tools in my weight loss journey.

hey,what exactly is a fitnes flex?

hey,what exactly is a fitnes flex?

It is part of the newer pedometers. It's a little 'bracelet' that you wear to track your steps. It will sync wirelessly with myfitnesspal and some other programs to record your steps/fitness.

I ordered my fitbit a few days ago and I can't wait to join the club!!! Should be here anyway now

My dog chewed up my fitbit. Can't wait to get a new one. I have the scale also. It's so handy.

This sounds awesome! Maybe this is what I want for my bday this year! Instead of a cake!

I still have the recalled force. I like the display too much to give it back. I put a bandaid to cover the area where they said people were getting rashes (one of the metallic contacts) and I've been ok. Lol.

Been debating about trading it in for the fitbit force or one of the other devices.

I ordered my fitbit a few days ago and I can't wait to join the club!!! Should be here anyway now

Your going to love your Fitbit! I am pre-op and have had my Fitbit Force since 31jan14 and I love it! My Fitbit has helped me loose the weight I needed to loose to get my surgery date. 16may24 woo hoo! I'm sooo excited! Lol It will keep you moving and motivated and once you get friends that makes it so much more fun because your trying to out do your fitbit friends!!!!!

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I really want to get a fitbit. Been looking on amazon and I don't know which one to get. The flex got so so reviews vs. One and zip. Anyone have those? Which one do you recommend? Please let me know. Thnks

I love my flex! It keep me active. Plus you can have friendly competitions with friends.

This sounds awesome! Maybe this is what I want for my bday this year! Instead of a cake!

My nephew just got one for my sister for her birthday. She LOVES it!

I really want to get a fitbit. Been looking on amazon and I don't know which one to get. The flex got so so reviews vs. One and zip. Anyone have those? Which one do you recommend? Please let me know. Thnks

The fitbit flex is awesome. I am not sure why the reviews aren't stellar, but I know 5 other people who have the fitbit flex and they love it as much as I do!

I really want to get a fitbit. Been looking on amazon and I don't know which one to get. The flex got so so reviews vs. One and zip. Anyone have those? Which one do you recommend? Please let me know. Thnks

I think a good starting point is to compare what all myfitnesspal will sync with. I know they work with a lot of different brands. I researched and debated for a couple of months. One down side to the bracelets is that they are not that pretty to wear to a wedding or other dress up event. Sometimes I wish I got the kind that will clip onto my bra. But I love my display and the constant reminder on my wrist to move.

I saw on FB the other day an ad for a new one that would be a magnetic clasp (pretty button thing on the front of your shirt, device on the back) and it would also help remind you not to slouch. But I'm not sure if I'd always remember to put that on.

Need to determine if you want it water proof. Not that I swim or shower with it but I liked the flexibility. I wore my fitbit when I was washing my car the other day.