Welcome to your new Fitbit device! Follow the instructions below to get started:

Please visit https://www.fitbit.com/global/us/setup to download the Fitbit application from the Apple store (iPhone users) or Google play store (Android users)

At any time during the setup process please visit https://www.fitbit.com/global/us/setup for additional support. You may also feel free to reach us by email: [email protected] or phone: (319) 335 - 2218 and we will get back to you as soon as we can! 

1. For this part of the process, you will want to make sure your new Fitbit is charged. Use the provided power cord in the Fitbit box to begin charging the device. (The Fitbit will fit onto the charger like a magnet) 

2. After downloading the Fitbit application, open it on your mobile device to begin the setup process for your new Fitbit.

3. You will be prompted by the application to allow Bluetooth. In order for you to see your activity in the app select "Allow".

4. Once you have allowed Bluetooth, you will have two options to use the application. Please select "Sign in with Fitbit". 

5. You should now be looking at a log in screen. Use the email address and password provided to you in your participant binder to log in to your study account. (note: you will be able to change this when the study is completed. If you are having issues with your account log in please call us at (319) 335-2218.

6. Once you have logged in you will be asked if you would like to receive notifications from the Fitbit application. This is completely up to you! If you would like these notifications select "Allow", if not select "Don't Allow". If you change your mind later, this can be changed in settings.

7. After making your decision about notifications, it will ask if you want to connect to your Google account. Again this is up to you! If you would like to set this up, select "Get started" and follow the prompts it gives you. If not, select "No thanks". you can change your mind about this later as well. 

8. Once the above steps are completed you will be taken to your Fitbit dashboard! How to use this dashboard is outlined below, but for now please select the phone and watch icon located in the top left corner of the screen. 

9. On this screen select "Devices" to begin setting up your watch! 

10. It will ask you what Fitbit device you are setting up, please select "Charge 5" then select "Set up".

11. Feel free to read through the data management information. Once you are ready to continue with the set up process, select "I Agree".

12. If your device is not still on it's charger, you will be prompted to plug it in. Once your device is on the charger, select "Next". 

13. The application will begin looking for the Fitbit device. For best outcomes, be sure the Fitbit Charge 5 is on the charger and within close range of your cellular device. Once the Fitbit and your phone have been connected, you will be prompted to enter four digits that will appear on the screen of your new Fitbit. Once you have those numbers entered the two devices will establish a connection. this may take a few moments.

14.You will be prompted to pair the devices, select "Pair"

15. You will be asked if you would like your Fitbit Charge 5 to receive notifications from your phone. This is up to you! If you would like to see texts and calls on your Fitbit select "Allow". If not, select "Don't allow".

16. You may be prompted to update your Fitbit charge 5. If you would like to do that at this time select "Update Now". If you would like to update the device at a later time select "Update Later". This decision will not effect you in using the Fitbit Charge 5.

17. Once you are ready to move forward, you may set up irregular heart rhythm notifications. If this is of interest to you select "Learn more". If not, select "Skip".

18. Next you will be prompted to try the device on. The wrist bands clip on and off of the device for easy adjusting. There is also a larger wristband size provided in the box if the original wristband feels too snug or uncomfortable.

19. IMPORTANT: read and follow along with the on-screen prompts to learn how to use and care for your new Fitbit! 

20. Once you have completed set up, the application will ask if you would like to join 'Fitbit Care'. you are welcome to do so if you wish but it is not necessary for your participation in this study. 

21. Your Fitbit device is now connected!

If you have any additional questions please bring them to your remote exercise familiarization session, or ask your health coach during your first session.