The New Fitbit Fitness Trackers - FitBit One And Fitbit Zip

By Adrien Garchia


Fitbit has just released their new range of exercise trackers to their product line. The newest activity tracker is the top of the range model called The Fitbit One. The previous model was named the Ultra. The Fitbit One is now flatter, smaller and more sleek than the superseded model. It is now much easier to use. It can be carried around in your pocket or if prefer, clipped onto clothing. You will be totally unaware that you are wearing the activity tracker. The screen on the Fitbit One has been substantially improved, it is now much brighter than in the past. This makes reading data easier. An excellent new feature is the ability to connect with Bluetooth 4.0. The device automatically syncs data to your phone. This is a superb 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 entry level tracking device is a new model known as the Fitbit Zip. It has all the essential features of the Fitbit One except it does not have the sleep tracking function with the vibrating alarm. It also does not have an altimeter to record elevation. 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. Even though the Fitbit Zip is the entry level exercise tracker, it has a premium feel and comes in a range of 5 bright colours which look fantastic and will be a talking point.

Each of these Fitbit devices are small and extremely easy to wear. They are lightweight. You can wear them in a pocket or clip them onto your belt or waistband. They can even clip onto your bra or sporting top whilst you exercise. They can remain visible or hidden if you like. You will forget you are even wearing the device because they are unobtrusive and comfortable to wear. Because of the bright, fun colours they can be a real positive talking point with others who notice.

If you are looking to lose weight or just want to assess your level of activity, the Fitbit One and Zip provide a lot of useful information. They are accurate at tracking the number of steps you take, the distance you cover and calculating how many calories you burn. The Fibit one also records elevation through it`s built in altimeter. The Fitbit One is also a sleep tracker and has an alarm. The device displays the data collected, as well as the current time and a cheeky smiley icon. You just have to tap the screen to scroll your way through the data which has been collected, making it very easy to use.

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.

As you may be aware there are now many valuable fitness apps available for Apple and Android devices. The data you obtain from your fitbit device can be exported to and incorporated with many of the popular fitness apps. Examples are MapMyFitness, MyFitnessPal and Lose it. Some apps also allow you to import data from their apps into the fitbit dashboard to use. Check out the apps available by visiting the apps gallery. Besides being lots of fun this also gives you easy access to data over multiple devices.

One feature I really like is how the Fitbit technology allows several people to have the ability to share information with each other. You can compete and challenge other people using the Fitbit ecosystem. Between your friends you can share stats and check how much progress you are making relative to your friends. You can set up a table or leaderboard for a group of friends and follow how everyone is progressing. This creates some friendly rivalry as well as allowing you to urge everyone on. You can set up notifications to be sent to your phone, such as when you have been passed by one of your friends. You can have fun and send messages to others in your group. It is these social aspects of the Fitbit system I find especially positive and beneficial in helping friends meet their goals.

The online tools are also useful for looking at your diet. This is especially handy for those people trying to lose weight. Download the mobile app and then you can log all your meals, the amount of water you consume, all the workouts you have done, as well as your weight. You can set a goal for a certain weight, and then use the combined data to analyse your progress, taking into account your calories burned.

IF you are looking at buying a workout tracker the Fitbit One and FItbit Zip need some real consideration. They are fun, straight forward to use and include brilliant technology. Anyone trying to lose weight should check out these valuable devices to help them progress and achieve their goals.




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