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 am already a Fitnessista fan on FB. 🙂
My goals are similar to yours… leaner body mass… I’ve built some great muscles, but I want better definition!!
I also like Fitnessista on Facebook.
And I’m a facebook fan!!!
My current goal, and goal for a long time, is also to increase my lean body mass! So far results are minimal but I am giving cross fit a try soon.
I’m a fan on FB!
My current fitness goal? Now that my half marathon is over, I want to cut back on running a little so I can concentrate more on weights and toning. I hope to get to the Tabatta Thursday each week!
My currnt fitness goal is to be in as good of shape or better shape at 41 than I am now at 31. 🙂
My current fitness goal is to run a marathon.
I’m also already a FB fan!!
I have the same goal: increase lean muscle, and I’ll add that I’d like to diminish my tummy pooch a bit. That’s not easy, as it’s genetics and diet mostly, but I’m trying! This would be a fun piece to use as I teach at a university, so it’s a mix of standing and being active, and then sitting and grading (blerg).
I also like you on facebook 🙂
I already like ya on FB!
A good friend of mine has one of those and raves about it. I think it would be great for me because I love seeing numbers for my goals. My current goal is to lose weight, about two pounds a week, until my I am at a weight that I am comfortable and healthy. I am just getting over a 2 year injury and am finally able to exercise so I am looking forward to getting back in shape.
I have been a fan on facebook for a long time. 🙂
My main goal is to strengthen my core and fix my diastisis recti (had twin boys in February!) Next on the list would be to tone, tone, tone! 😉
My fitness goal is to get in the best shape for my wedding! I’ve been engaged for three weeks and I am so excited! 🙂
My current fitness goal is to increase my core and back strength so I stop hurting my back while running!
I’m already a facebook fan 🙂
My current fitness goal is to run a 10K at a 9min/mile by the end of October!
I also liked you on FB!
My goal is to increase lean body mass. I’m getting married in September! No better motivation than wedding photos right?
My current fitness goal is to run the Soldier Field 10 miler in Chicago next May.
My goal is DEFINITELY to figure out a better way to balance working and workin’ it. Desk job life is a tricky mistress. 🙂
I am already a facebook fan.
My fitness goal is to increase muscle and lower my mile time!
my goal for working out is… to well, work out. since having my daughter 6 months ago (and now i’m back at my full time job), my newest “goal” is to sweat it out at least 4 times a week, 40 minutes a pop. wish me luck…
oh, and i’m already a FB fan 🙂
I’m already a fan on Facebook. 🙂
My fitness goal is to lose the last 15 pounds, increase muscle mass and run a half marathon without taking walk breaks.
My current fitness goal is to increase my mileage and train for my first 10k. I’m only at about 4 miles right now without stopping, but maybe with a new fitness gadget to motivate me it will be easier! 🙂
My newest goal is to complete a sprint triathlon! As a forever-runner, the other formats add a big challenge for me!
My current goal is to give my soon-to-be born daughter the best nutrition I can. Once she is born and I am cleared to workout again, I’d LOVE to get back into my wedding day shape. I was 25+ lbs heavier on our 2 yr anniversary (of course, I was pregnant too). I was so healthy and fit on our wedding day. I want to get my running body back! I miss running SO MUCH!
Current goal: Lose 10 lbs. Tighten up, and be consistent with my workouts, 5 days a week. Having the Body Media would give the that extra push I have been needing lately!!!
My current fitness goal is to keep increasing my muscle tone to gain more flexibility by taking up yoga!
I also liked you on FB :0).
My goal is to lose another 40-50lbs. I’ve always wanted to try something like this, or the bodybugg but didnt want to commit to a purchase. I’d love to be able to have all this data all with one thing. Its been tough and slow, but i’ve lost 30lbs over the last year, but i’ve stalled. Thanks for doing the giveaway!
Hi, I have been reading your blog for years now, though I have never commented. You inspire me to continue to maintain a healthy lifestyle despite all the curve balls life tends to throw at us and for that I think its about time I THANK YOU!! My current fitness goal is simple yet more challenging than its ever been in all my 24(aka34) years…. I have been diligent in my efforts for healthy eating and physical fitness for almost 10 years now (lets just say, my family is full of the chubby gene.) I LOVE running although I have never really been “good” at it. While it has never come easily for me, I have always secretly dreamed of being good at it . Lifting on the other hand is a different story – I have to say I am most proud of my GUNS 😉 Anywho – Last year I had spinal fusion/decompression surgery that left me with 12 pieces of metal in my L4. It happened to be right around the time I “peaked” with my running (talk about crappy timing.) It took me 6 months of intense therapy to be able to even “jog” a mile again. It was the hardest 6 months EVER, emotionally and physically and I would often find myself just walking the track at the gym with my hat on watching everyone else on the treadmill with tears streaming down my eyes (dork). I am still in pain on a daily basis and have lost a lot of my range of motion – but I REFUSE to give up running and being physically fit. I have to admit, its been an uphill battle. Reading your blog daily has helped immensely! My current fitness goal is to rise above the negative/sad/poor me thoughts in my brain and to continue to work towards strengthening my body and MIND so that I can one day wake up, laugh at the elliptical on my way to the treadmill, and run – with no pain (then run some more.) Until then, I have to remind myself to push hard and find other types of activities that foster healthy weight maintenance and strength building. Thank you for bringing this little gadget to my attention! it really caught my eye and think it would be an awesome little gadget to hook up with because it would prove to me/remind me that even though I am not running 6 miles in one shot, I am still tearing it up on a daily basis! Sorry for such a long ramble, I had no intention to write a novel??!! – PLEASE KEEP BLOGGING! All the best to you and your beautiful family, Tammy 🙂
My current goal is to lose 15 pounds, but with the added challenge of being in medical school at the same time. I literally have NO extra time to work out with our hours reaching 80 hours of work/week, so it’s exhausting and frustrating at the same time. You are trying to help others get healthy while letting your own health dwindle away. I refuse to let that happen and I really think that a BodyMedia arm band is perfect for someone in my situation. I love your blog, and thanks for doing all that you do!
My goal is to run my first half marathon. Up Neil recently, I couldn’t even run own the street. Now I am up to 7 miles & loving how strong I feel!
Liked on Facebook! (Can’t believe I hadn’t already!)
WHat a great giveaway!! I would love to try this – I have heard only great things about it! 🙂
My goal is to track my steps daily and also to try new classes/fitness techniques before the end of the year! I’ve already gotten to really like Zumba- spin is on the menu next!!
My current goal is to run a half marathon in February! As a former professional ballet dancer and newbie runner (only been running for roughly 2 years), I am excited to take on this new challenge :).
OH and of course I like Fitnessista on FB!! and twitter!! 🙂
My fitness goal is to lose 5 lbs and 3-4% body fat by the end of the year!
Thanks for the great giveaway!!!
My fitness goals totally mimc yours. I was extremely thin about a year ago and since have built up my muscle mass but have also gained some extra fat. Hopefully this will help me work towards my goals.
My current goal is to break 1:40 in a half marathon!
My goal is to consistently workout 4 times a week. Since having a baby, I have let my workouts slack and I need to do better!
My current fitness goal is to lose the rest of this baby weight without spending too much time away from my insanely adorable 3 month old!
My fitness goal is to compete in my first figure competition next spring!