Reader Review: BodyMedia Fit giveaway-ENDED
I’m kind of obsessed with fitness gadgets.
Not really in the sense that I own a ton of them, but they fascinate me. For some, I can never get over how ridiculous (or inappropriate?) they are:
and others, I watch and notice other runners or gym-goers using them before doing my own research and potentially committing to a purchase.
A couple of the things I thoroughly watched and researched before biting the bullet and getting my own: the iPod (it scared me for a long time, as does most technology, but it’s so much more useful and user-friendly than I imagined), the heart rate monitor (I use my Polar for almost every workout) and the Garmin for running.
I’m the same way with popular fitness DVDs. Even if I don’t commit to the workout or follow the specified plan, I enjoy watching them occasionally to get new moves for my classes and personal workouts. Some of the best I’ve tried: Physique 57, Insanity, Zumba, Shiva Rea and TurboFire.
The first time I did TurboFire, I couldn’t help but wonder what the heck some of the participants were wearing on their arms.
It wasn’t a heart rate monitor or iPod, so after a quick Google search, I found something similar:
A BodyMedia Fit device.
So what is it?
A device that assists with meeting fitness goals. You wear the armband throughout your day – it tracks how many calories you burn, how many steps you take, when you were most active and how much sleep you get. You can send this data to a computer or smartphone, enter what you eat and set goals. The activity manager keeps you on track with specific feedback about your progress.
Here’s an idea of what the dashboard looks like:
You do have to have a subscription to access the dashboard ($6.95/month and first 3 months are free).
Anyway, when I first found out about it, I was excited to eventually add one to my collection, but after I became pregnant and wasn’t trying to reach any new fitness goals, I didn’t think it was necessary.
BodyMedia recently offered to send me one to try, but instead I thought it would be fun to do a giveaway.
One lucky winner will receive their choice between the wireless device (which uses Bluetooth capabilities to transport data to your computer)
or the Core (which connects to the computer via USB).
This giveaway has ended!
Congratulations to the lucky winner:
(I did a random number generator for the page the winner would be on, then the comment on that page- so page 13, comment 11)
Since I didn’t hear from this giveaway winner in two weeks, I picked a new winner via Facebook challenge. (10/21)
Congrats, girl! Send me your info (fitnessista at gmail dot com) and I’ll send it along to the BodyMedia fairy 🙂
Thank you again to everyone for entering! Stay tuned for lots of awesome giveaways.
xoxo
Gina
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Also, I liked your facebook page 🙂
My fitness goal is to take control of my health. I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease in 2009 and it completely changed my body, my health, and my self-esteem. I am trying to regain at least a little of what I lost. I refuse to believe that this is it for my body. I’m starting slow: walking and eating healthier. I’m gluten free (I have to be), I cut out soda, eat red meat only on occasion and am now cutting out high fructose corn syrup(that stuff hides everywhere!). I would love to one day be able to do these things: join a softball/baseball team (for fun), squat down (my knees are trashed), and look in the mirror and be really proud that I fought my way back.
Your blog has been a huge help, and I already ‘liked’ you on Facebook. Any tool that could help me with my goal, would be amazing!
Thanks for having this giveaway!
I am working on running a 5k. For some reason I just cannot get the right breath to run properly!
My fitness goal is to lose weight and run a half marathon!
I’m in training for my first half marathon! My fitness goal is to not lose my strength now that my workouts are dominated by running.
What an awesome giveaway!
Hi Gina,
My current fitness goal is to get back into shape post baby! I was just cleared by my MD for exercise at my six-week checkup this week. I plan to alternate strength training and running. On today’s agenda is the Spooky Sweatfest workout! 🙂 Thanks!!
and, I like you on Facebook (in real life too!)
I also like you on Facebook. 🙂
My current fitness goal is to lose a few pounds that have creeped on over summer vacation and to get stronger! Muscle is sexy!
Lean out and learn to eat better. I liked you on FB!!
I have liked your page on facebook! 🙂
My current fitness goal is to lose ~15 more pounds. I’ve lost about that and I’d like to keep it up. I started with measurements because sometimes it’s hard to see the difference and it’s crazy to see the inches I’ve lost already. It’s definitely encouragement to keep going.
I am trying to increase lean body mass, too–and I love your blog!
My current fitness goals are to get my cardio endurance back up and to also keep working hard to rock out more than say….3 push-ups without dieing. Whyyyyy do I hate push-ups SO much?!? Seriously.
I’m in my sophomore year of college, so my main fitness goal is to continue to integrate eating well and exercising into a hectic schedule with school. Specifically, I am working on gaining lean muscle mass and losing excess body fat (not being afraid to pick up the weights!). Being surrounded general attitude of many college students sometimes it’s hard to remember why being healthy is so important. Blogs like yours help me stay on track and motivate me to push through plateau’s and slumps to achieve my personal fitness goals!
And thanks for the recipes that are easy to make in a microwave!! Those have been so helpful for living on campus.
I’m also a fan on Facebook!
Run my first 5K next month.
My current goal is also to increase my lean body mass. I really want more muscle in my rear.
My current fitness goal is just to work out consistently around the same time each day and strengthen my core.
My current fitness goal is to master double under jump ropes. My brain gets it, but my body doesn’t. It’s super frustrating, but it reminds me that I’m not perfect and helps me motivate toward improvement.
Already liked on facebook 🙂
I want to lose 15 lbs before my wedding in March and I wanna rock a half marathon in November!
I follow you on Facebook!
My fitness goal is to strengthen my core.
And I liked you on fb!
My current fitness goal is to get to the gym at least one day a week. I get exercise in other ways, but my gym membership is going to waste! Thanks for the giveaway!
My fitness goal is to drop the last 15lbs…..I’d like to lower my body fat and increase lean muscle. I’ve been at a plateau lately and need to do something to change it up. I’ve also been loving your Tabata Thursday videos….can’t believe how much they make you sweat in 4mins!!! Insane….in a good way 🙂 Thanks!
I just finished my first Half Ironman, so my current fitness goal is to get back into some HIIT training to burn fat and tone muscle for the next tri season. The BodyMedia Fit device would be the perfect tool to help me reach that goal!
oh, and I like you on Facebook
My fitness goal is to increase my lean body mass too =D I’ve hit my best weight, but I feel like I can define my body way more!!
My fitness goal is to be able to do pilates “roll up” with out cheating – so hard so far! I am also completing a 100 day barre class challenge at a studio. Love your site!
My goal is to lose the extra baby weight I’ve been carrying around. My daughter is 6 months old now, and the scale hasn’t really moved since she was born. It’s time to set goals and go after them!
I’ve also been a facebook fan for many moons.
Oh, and I already like The Fitnessista on Facebook 😉
Liked you on Facebook already!
My fitness goal is to get back into shape! Between starting a desk job, a family member’s serious car accident, and a severely sprained ankle, I’ve gained almost 30 lbs and lost most of my fitness ability over the past couple of years. Now that the ankle’s finally healed, I’m getting back into a routine, but it’s hard! I’d love something to help me track and keep me motivated!
After reading blogs for 4 years, this is the first giveaway I have entered – so cool! My fitness goal is to get into wedding dress shape! A little over 3 months to go! 🙂
Lose weight / increase muscle is my goal. I’ve been working on this for a long time but am not making a lot of headway. I’d love to be able to accurately chart calories burned and compare against the food calories I painstakingly weigh each day. I’m doing something wrong and would love, no — need the help!!
My current goal is to add a third strength training session into my routine each week to help increase lean mass and my weight!
My goal is to tighten up my core and lose the last 2-3 pounds of baby weight. My little guy is 7 months old, so it’s time to make it happen!
And I already like fitnessista on Facebook 🙂
Hi Gina! My fitness goal is to lose some weight, build muscle, and create definition in my body. In the past several weeks, I’ve started taking group fitness classes at my local gym, which I have never done before in my life. Even though I work full time. I’ve built up to taking 6 classes per week, in addition to my own workouts on days when particular classes are not offered. It hasn’t been easy to balance such a hectic schedule with such long days, but I have dedicated myself to this fitness goal. I have already started to notice and see a difference.
I think this device would help me to further achieve my health and fitness goals! Plus, it would be fun to use.
I’m a new poster, but have been reading your blog for awhile. I’m already a fan on your Facebook page!
Current goal is to lean out as well as run a half marathon.
My fitness goal is to balance out my great exercise routine with a “great” healthy eating program.
Already a fan on FB
One of my fitness goals right now is to get back to a healthy place with mind and body and increase my muscle mass! That would be nice:)
I had a baby 3 weeks ago and can’t wait to start working out again! I miss the feeling of lifting weights and tough cardio circuits. I look forward to sculpting my post-pregnancy body to fit into my pre-pregnancy jeans.
My fitness goal is to run a 5k. I well on my way prior to becoming pregnant, so this goal will also help me to lose the last ten pounds of baby weight!
Sweet giveaway! I have several goals. Half marathon next year, workout 3+ days every week and get some serious lady arm muscles!!
I already “like” you on facebook!!!
I liked The Fitnessista on Facebook.
I’ve lost 40lbs since May and would love to lose another 20 by the end of the year!