The Latest Fitbit Workout Tracker - Fitbit One

By Adrien Garchia


The Fitbit One is the latest top of the range model of exercise tracker in the Fitbit line of products. It replaces the previous model named the Ultra. The new Fitbit One is now smaller, flatter and sleeker, than the previous model. This makes it much easier to use, where it can be carried in a pocket or simply clipped onto clothing. You will be unaware that you are wearing the workout tracker. The screen has been dramatically improved, now much brighter than before. This makes reading so much easier. A brilliant new feature is Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity, which automatically syncs data to your phone. This is a great addition.

The new Fitbit One comes with a built in altimeter which records changes in elevation. This will provide a more accurate assessment on the level of your activity and calories used, particularly if you exercise over hilly routes or use stairs. The Fitbit One also has the capability to monitor your sleep. It`s sleek design allows you to wear it on your wrist at night. It will monitor the hours you sleep and the quality of your sleep. Incorporated is a silent, vibrating alarm you can set to wake you up. This will get you up and going without waking your partner.

The Fitbit Zip has all the general features of the One except it does not have an altimeter to record elevation. It also does not have a sleep tracker function with the vibrating alarm. The absence of these features will be important for many people. If this is the case, go for the better specced top of the range Fitbit One. Despite being the entry level workout tracker, the Fitbit Zip comes in a range of 5 bright colours which look really fun and funky.

Both of the new Fitbit devices are extremely easy to wear because they are small and lightweight. You can clip them onto your belt or waistband or wear them in a pocket. Whilst you exercise they can even clip onto your bra or sporting top. They can remain visible or hidden if you prefer. You will completely forget that you are wearing the device. They really are unobtrusive and comfortable to wear. If you like to flash them about, the bright, fun colours will be a real positive talking point with your friends.

Now the information obtained through using the Fitbit trackers is the main point for those people who wish to track their level of activity. These are brilliant devices for people trying to lose weight. Even people not on an exercise program will be able to check their level of incidental exercise. The devices accumulate information such as the number of steps taken, the distance covered and calculates the calories you have burnt. The Fitbit One also records elevation changes through it`s built in altimeter.The Fitbit One is also a sleep tracker. The data is displayed as well as the current time of day. It is easy to check the data which has been collected. Just tap the screen to scroll your way through the data fields.

The new Fitbit activity trackers now have Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity. This also automatic syncing Apple and Android devices. Through Fitbit, an easy and simple to use free mobile app is available. You can also sync to other devices and computers by using a simple USB dongle. Setting up your Fitbit device and account is fairly simple. Once setup, you will have access to your own personal online dashboard. It is here you will see your stats for your activity. There will be information such as your daily activity and cumulative activity stats. You will find the dashboard easy to navigate and it will host useful tools such as graphs and charts. You can customize your dashboard to a fair degree. All these little things combined gives you really useful information, helps you to monitor your progress and help you reach your goals.

There are now many fitness apps available now for Apple devices through the App store and for Android devices in the Google Play Store. The great thing is the data you accumulate through your Fitbit device can then be exported and used in any other of your apps you use. The data can be exported and incorporated into many of the popular fitness apps such as MyFitnessPal, Lose It and MapMyFitness. Some data collected in these other apps can be imported straight to your Fitbit dashboard. There is an apps gallery on the fitbit site outlining availability. You can obtain and collate data from various sources, adding to the accuracy and fun.

The technology involved with the Fitbit exercise trackers allows you to challenge and compete with people you know. You can really give your health program a boost and at the same time have some fun by competing with family and friends. You can all review your stats and check your progress against your competition. You can cheer each other on, which is useful in helping everyone to reach their goals with some friendly rivalry. Several people can compete together. You may set up a leaderboard and see how everyone is progressing. These social aspects are really fun and help make exercise interesting. You can opt to receive a notification when you have been passed by someone. You can send on messages to each other, urging on your friends with some playful or inspiring comments.aspects are really fun and help make exercise interesting. You can opt to receive a notification when you have been passed by someone. You can send on messages to each other, urging on your friends with some playful or inspiring comments.

The Fitbit system also provides some useful online tools to help with your diet. This is really beneficial for those people striving to lose weight. After the mobile app has been downloaded, you can keep a log of your meals, how much water you have consumed, record any workouts done and track your weight. After you have set your goal weight, you can use the combined data collected to assess your progress, all whilst taking into account how many calories you have used.

The Fitbit One and Fitbit Zip are both worth considering if you are looking for a fitness tracker. They are fun, easy to use and may be used amongst friends. If you are trying to lose weight, these latest devices can be beneficial in helping you to reach your goal.




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