Let's discuss this for a minute. When you're dieting, do you check your weight more than once a week? I do. I even tend to judge myself by that number.
And that's so incredibly wrong. That's why I am approaching this issue from a different angle.
In that context, do you want a Fitbit? I've read a number of reviews for it and listened to TV reports on it, also. It looks like a nice little rig. Most love it, and they check all the stuff they need to - diet, exercise, sleep. Not all the reviews are glowing, however. It won't sync sometimes, or quits unexpectedly or, like that pedometer you once attached to your belt, can record exercise when you're not exercising.
But let's face it. It's cool. It's unobtrusive, and yet, shows the world you're tracking your exercising. Good for you! It can come in nice colours with pretty little fasteners. No one wants to be seen with a nerdy pedometer on their belt anymore.
It's also great for posers. They like to show off. It's great for keeners, too. They can really micromanage their regime.
But here's a warning. Just don't wear it only to show off. And don't wear it to micromanage your life. In fact, I challenge you to wear it only to confirm what your sweat (or lack thereof) is telling you.
Don't allow it to judge you, either. Fitness is a long term goal, a lifestyle, a means to have quality of life. Fitbits are tools to help, not to 'fit' into the crowd, or keep you busy during your break when you should be walking away from your iphone and going outside to enjoy life.
So stop reading my blog and get out there!
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PS I really need to stop micromanaging my fitness. A dietitian one said that you only need to spend as much time as possible moving. Just moving. Nothing more.
Last night, I ate at a buffet. I ate relatively judiciously, too, but I know that if I weigh myself or check myself out in the mirror today, I'm not going to see any improvement from the day before. I should just forget about last night and move on.
And so should you.
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