Does anyone have a FitBit Flex or Jawbone UP?

piphigirl

I asked for a FitBit for Christmas and didn't get one, but I did get a large Amazon gift card that I could use to purchase a device.

I liked the Flex, but then a feature in Cooking Light this month mentioned the Jawbone UP.  Their staffers used and like that device, and the app seems much more detailed.  I like that you can link it with My Fitness Pal, which I have used in the past.  I also like the alarm feature.

I start training for a half marathon in January (my first serious training since having DD!) and I'd like to cut calories, track my steps and sleep, and generally lose this last 10-15 pounds of baby weight.

Does anyone have one or both of these devices?  What are your experiences?

CoUnTryBB1

I don't have one but a coworker has the fitbit and she really likes it.  She uses it alot to track her sleep since her LO is 2 and she isn't getting much of it.   It is pretty neat. 

sdlaura

My DH has the FitBit and I know that he researched the differences and picked the FitBit, but I'm really no help because I can't remember why   He likes it, though.

piphigirl

@BPaws - I was hoping you would chime in because I thought I remembered you writing that you had a FitBit. 

I'm glad to hear it syncs with MyFitnessPal.  I have taken a three-month break from calorie counting because DH thought it was having a negative affect on my being, but I want to start up again in January when I start training for my next race.  I'd like to sync my activity, sleep, and calorie stats because I think that will give me the "big picture."

Considering the FitBit Flex is $100 and I have an Amazon gift card for exactly that much, I may go with that one!

piphigirl

@BPaws - I am ordering today!!  Love the goal setting.  That is exactly what I need - I love to be competitive with myself.

Is it a social app where I could "friend" you?  If so, I will!