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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increase distance! i liked the facebook page too!
I also like the Fitnessista on facebook 🙂
My current fitness goal is to become a better runner! I hope this gadget will help with this process =)
My fitness goal is to gain some healthy weight and build muscle in my arms. Recently I’ve been struggling with my weight. I actually lost too much and am working to get that muscle tone back. Day by day my legs are looking more full but I am still struggling with my arms and shoulders. I want to look toned and in shape, not skinny and bony! Your arm burners have really been helping, and I would absolutely love to test this arm band out! 🙂
To lose overall body fat – I’m starting to kep a food journal and am eating clean (with the exception of the occasional dark chocolate…I can’t resist!)
Just liked your Facebook page!
Liked fitnessista on facebok!
My current goal is to eat healthier. I tend to grab a sandwich or a salad on the run. But your blog has helped to inspire me that making healthy food at home isn’t that hard and doesn’t take a ton of time! I hope this will help me lose a couple of extra pounds I’m carrying with me on my runs!
Also gave you a like on Facebook!
My goal is to lose the baby weight!
My current goal is to get rid of the lbs I packed on during our last PCS. I did our whole move myself and it was super stressful. Now that we’re settled, I’m ready to get my booty in gear again.
To gain some muscle. i had my little one 6 months ago and while I’m at my ideal weight, I’d like to build some much needed muscle.
also like on FB
My fintness goals to get more seriouse about being healthy and to loose some weight.
I am already a facebook fan:).
My current fitness goal is to try a variety of different workouts. Some new ones I’ve endeavors this past week is yoga more often, turbo kick, Zumba! I can’t believe I havent tried any of those before!
Already like you on Facebook 🙂
My current fitness goal is to run a 5k!
And I am already a fan on Facebook. 🙂
My current fitness goal is the get more defined muscle tone all around my body in order to look awesome for my wedding next year!
I am not sure if this counts, but I would like to win this for my dad. We found out a few months ago that he secretly underwent a stenting procedure to open severe blockages in his heart and did not tell any of his 5 children. He is overweight and has been a smoker for over 30 years. Needless to say, he some habits to change, but he really is putting forth the effort. He and my mom have been going on evening walks and he has cut back his smoking and consumption of fatty foods.
I read about BodyMedia a few months ago and contemplated getting him one as a gift, but the price was a little too high. I know this would help my dad acheive his health and fitness goals, as the world of exercise and calorie counting is totally foreign to him.
Great giveaway!
I’m trying to use heavier and heavier weights. I’m up to 15 lb free weights now and want to continue to increase!
I am also a fan on Facebook!
My most immediate goal – to finish the Chicago Marathon on Sunday (ahhhhh!) But longer term, my goal is to lose weight. I’ve mostly maintained during the marathon training, so now it is time to get rid of the extra lbs!
Just liked The Fitnessista on FB 🙂
My current fitness goal is increasing my muscle mass. I’m doing a second round of Chalean Extreme to make it happen!
My fitness goal is to lose this newlywed weight I gained when I got married. “The Newlywed Nine” is REAL PEOPLE!!!! I have always struggled with my weight, and I worked really hard to look good in my dress. I succeeded but then I got too comfortable being hitched. I think this would be an awesome tool to use!!
Facebook liked!
My fitness goal is to add healthy lean muscle. I need to add a couple extra lbs to get my body in “baby mode” according to my doc and I want to make sure I’m adding weight!
My current (main) fitness goal is decrease my body fat by 2% – I would love to win this device to help me accomplish this goal and many more in the future! (Liked The Fitnessista on Facebook)
I liked your FB! Comment numero dos!
Mine is to find a better balance between work, exercise & my responsibilities.
My fitness goal is to get back into the swing of things. I’m a teacher, so with this past summer off I was hardcore with my workouts. What teacher gets up at 7am on summer mornings to go to spin class? Now that I’m back to work (and suffering through a new LONG commute to and from) I sometimes use my job as an excuse that I don’t have time… Yet when my student-athletes complain they have too much on their plate, I fire back with a lecture about the importance of balance and always making time for your health, both physical AND mental. Talk about eating me own words. And by my own words I mean a big slice of delivery pizza because I also make the excuse that I also don’t have time to cook healthy meals.
Anyway, Stella (Katie) will get her groove back!
P.S. I LOVE YOUR WEBSITE!
ARGGHH!! I would love to win that thang!! Would be so useful especially since I need to look good my wedding next August! 🙂
I want to increase my endurance. I need it as a Mom. I don’t quite have the energy or staying power.
My current goal is to increase my activity level while in grad school! I want to decrease my body fat and increase muscle tone!!
My current fitness goal is to be able to bike the uphill portion of our downhill mountain bike ride without stopping 🙂
And I liked you on Facebook…
I’m already a fan on facebook!
My current fitness goal us to run my first 5k in under 30 minutes!
Fitness goal: Work toward running 10 miles (I’m at about 6, but would love to hit the 10 mile mark) and build lean muscle (especially arms and abs).
Like you on FB already!
I have one year until my wedding day. My fitness goals are to focus on toning my arms and obtaining visible ab muscles. Tone and tighten all the way!
My fitness goal is to increase my total lean muscle mass as well as be more consistent in working out and making the most of my workouts by pushing hard!
My current fitness goal is to lose about 8kg before my holiday to Hawaii end of Novemeber. I’ve got 5 to go and I currently keep a diary with food and exercise, this would make it way easier to keep an accurate record!
My fitness goal is to reduce my body fat percentage, especially in the midsection… I hope to lose about 5 to 10 more pounds.
I liked you on facebook and left a comment! 🙂
My fitness goal is to lose 30 lbs of baby weight and to run a 5k.
My fitness goal is also to increase lean muscle mass! As an instructor i want to make sure I spend some time on my personal goals outside of class too! 🙂 What a great giveaway!
I already like you on facebook!
I like the fitnessista on fb.
My fitness goal is to lose 10 pounds (or so) and tone up! I want to feel happy, beautiful, and comfortable in my own body! I’ve been there before, and I know with some extra support I can get there again! 🙂
I am currently working towards losing 10lbs…already lost 12! I have been prepping my body to give life again and I can’t be more excited! Strength training, running, and using your interval workouts for the treadmill and the elliptical have been my go-to workout plans….thanks for inspiring and motivating me during this time :0)
I am already a huge fan on Facebook, Twitter, and OpenSky <3
Breean