The FitBit is a health tracker that has capabilities to track activity, exercise, food, weight, and sleep and it has become very popular in the last year or two. There are seven different products ranging in price from $60-$250, all with multiple color choices. The FitBit works by tracking your stats, syncing them wirelessly to your phone, tablet, or computer, allowing you to view your progress charts online, and even has a feature that lets you compete with friends and family. All of the batteries can be recharged except for the one in the Zip, which is a replaceable watch battery. All of them also monitor sleep and can wake you with a silent, vibrating alarm, except the Zip. The FitBit could be that extra motivational push to meet your fitness needs!
FitBit Zip: What makes it unique: clips to clothing, has up to a six-month battery life; costs $59.95
FitBit One: What makes it unique: tracks floors climbed, clips to clothing; costs $99.95
FitBit Flex: What makes it unique: wristband, LED lights report progress towards goal; costs $99.95
FitBit Charge HR: What makes it unique: wristband, monitors heart rate, tracks run stats; costs $149.95
FitBit Surge: What makes it unique: wristband, monitor heart rate, multi-sport tracking; costs $249.95
-Written by Kara Schmidt, SDSU Dietetic Student
