ActivTrax - Individual

iOS 8 Bug Affects Mobile Apps

ATX Blogger — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 00:52:07 +0000

Some of our users have been reporting an issue when using our mobile web app in iOS 8. The issue causes the application to freeze immediately after the iPhone awakens from locking. So, the obvious question is "when will you have a fix?"

Unfortunately, the issue isn't within our control. The problem is being caused by a bug within iOS 8 which affects all web apps. The actual fix needs to come from Apple, in the form of an updated version of iOS that addresses a bug in the way they handle asynchronous javascript in web apps. Apple did release an upgrade (iOS 8.0.1) on September 24, 2014, which addressed several web-related bugs, but it caused more significant problems for users, so they quickly rolled back the release.

As we continue to monitor the issue, users can work around the bug by doing the following:

Open Safari
Go to www.activtrax.com
Answer 'Yes' when prompted to go to the web-optimized version

While the workaround resolves the freezing issue, the visual experience will not be full screen and the address bar will remain on the page. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes and appreciate everyone's understanding and patients while we wait for Apple to resolve the issue.

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Record Your Every Move

galbert — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 16:40:04 +0000

Whether it’s getting your car washed, someone bringing your lunch or having someone do your laundry, it's nice when others help you get your work done. Fitness is no different. Wearable fitness trackers provide an easy and effective way to track and monitor your daily progress.

By automatically recording and tracking your movement, wearable trackers eliminate the need to manually journal your activities...they do all the heavy lifting for you (well, not really but they do make things easier). Wearable devices not only save you time and effort but also provide deeper insight to help ensure you reach your long-term goal(s).

We’re proud to announce that ActivTrax now seamlessly integrates with some of the most popular fitness trackers. Linking and syncing your wearable account is easy and doing so provides you with one place to view, monitor and track your progress - it's all in your ActivTrax dashboard.

To link your wearable device to your ActivTrax account, simply follow these instructions:

1. Log in to your ActivTrax account at www.activtrax.com

2. Click the ‘My Account’ option from the yellow menu bar

3. Choose the ‘My Devices’ option from the drop down menu

4. Select your device and follow the onscreen directions

If your device is not on the list, let us know by emailing us at info@activtrax.com and we’ll do our best to add it.

-The ActivTrax Team

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Providing Exercise Progress Tracking

ATX Blogger — Mon, 28 Apr 2014 13:14:15 +0000

Progress Tracking

Posted on: 24 Apr 2014

Setting up an exercise routine can sometimes be a daunting task. One of the key components to daily exercise routines is tracking your progress so you can reach your objectives and goals.

State of the art progress tracking devices can keep track of where you started and how far along you have come. If you use some of the top technological breakthroughs such as Fitbit, Jawbone, Polar, and many others, you can program the system to take the data captured and put them in an easy-to-read format, which will allow you to adjust or raise your goals.

Knowing when and what exercises to perform during your workout is also a key component in reaching your fitness goals.

By using an on-line workout program you can build a customized workout plan that fits you and your lifestyle. This program will help you get started and slowly build your workouts, which will create a more fit you.

Customized workout programs and progress tracking devices are excellent ways track your performance, keep motivated and add insight to develop yourself further.

For more information, feel free to contact us. We can answer any questions you may have.

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Three Quick Ways to Get the Most Nutrition Out of Your Calories

ATX Blogger — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 20:38:24 +0000

Nutrition

Posted on: 17 Apr 2014

Exercising is a great start towards getting your body and mind healthy. However, exercise should not be the only factor. There needs to be a balance of both physical activity and healthy nutrition. Nutrition is one issue that people lack in that balance. When you do not consume enough foods that are essential to development, growth and overall health, your body does not receive the calories it needs. Knowing what you need to consume daily, will restore that balance. We have three quick ways to help put you on the right track.

Make Your Calories Count

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, there is a right amount of calories that should be eaten each day. Eating a variety of foods and beverages packed with nutrients will help you to reach your calorie intact for the day. A healthy diet plan includes:

Includes lean meats, poultry, fish, beans (legumes), eggs, and nuts
Is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt (sodium) and added sugars
Emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products

Use the Nutritional Facts Label

On the side of packages of foods shows the nutritional facts label. This label will help you to make smart choices in what should be actually eaten. When more servings are consumed, the calories and nutrients will also be more. If there is a high amount of calories eaten for the day, then you should eat foods with lower calories to balance out. The percentage of the Daily Value (DV) should also be checked.

The recommended daily value includes:

100% DV per day of dietary fiber, iron, vitamins A and C, potassium and calcium
100% DV per day for total fat, sodium, cholesterol and saturated fat
Trans fats should be as low as possible

Read the List of Ingredients

When reading the list of ingredients on food packages, the ingredients are listed in descending order of predominance by weight. This means that the ingredient that weighs the most is listed first, and the ingredient that weighs the least is listed last. The best ingredients that should be eaten more of such as whole grains, should be listed first and the ingredients that should be eaten less of such as added sugars should be further down on the list.

Foods that you like can be part of your healthy diet as long as they're eaten in moderation and balanced with other smart food choices throughout the day. To find more of what you need for healthy living, please Contact Us.

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Food Logs Improve Nutrition and Weight Loss

ATX Blogger — Wed, 09 Apr 2014 20:05:24 +0000

Nutrition

Posted on: 9 Apr 2014

Tracking your food choices is a must for mindful nutrition and weight loss. A 2008 study showed that people who tracked their food choices in a food diary for six months lost twice as much weight as those who did not record what they ate. Simply writing down what you eat makes you more accountable for your choices. You might think twice about thoughtless snacking or high-calorie dishes if you know you will see the evidence in black and white.

Tracking food choices also improves nutrition. You can note what food groups you have eaten each day and supplement when making snack and meal choices. This will bring more balance to your daily meals. ActivTrax makes calculating and tracking nutritional values effortless. You can plan meals, make grocery lists, track water intake, and even keep track of your blood-sugar levels.

Food logs help determine if you have sensitivity to certain foods. For instance, you can note if you have discomfort after eating gluten-rich foods or dairy. Pinpointing food sensitivities will help you make wiser food choices and improve how you feel.

Additional details to note in your food diary include: portion sizes, times you eat, who you are with, and the occasion. You might start to see trends in overeating or discover binge triggers if you have a problem with emotional eating.

Most experts recommend logging what you eat soon after eating. Otherwise, food amnesia can set in. To get an accurate picture of your nutrition, include even little snacks you eat during the day like a handful of peanuts. Those handfuls add up.

For more information on how ActivTrax can help help you, click here.

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Adding & Removing Exercises

ActivTrax Staff — Fri, 12 Jul 2013 19:58:19 +0000

One of the most commonly requested features from users is the ability to add and remove the exercises they perform on their own. Our development team has been hard at work making it happen. In the coming weeks, we'll be releasing a new feature that will allow you to easily add or remove an exercise (or exercises) from your ActivTrax routine. In our first release, the feature will be exclusively available from any standard web browser or at the ActivTrax kiosk. But don't worry...we're already working on adding the feature to the mobile website too.

Thanks for all the great input and keep on Traxing!!!

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ATX Workouts and ATX Nutrition: Get Ready to Win

ActivTrax Staff — Mon, 01 Jul 2013 13:00:00 +0000

ActivTrax is in the business of making you healthier. We have built a platform that captures all your workout and nutrition needs in one place.

ATX Workouts

Whether you are a novice or expert in the gym, ATX Workouts is designed to help you keep on track and make your experience more enjoyable and productive. We take real measurements from you, let you set workout preferences, and then generate you a custom workout every time you walk in the gym. No need to worry about balancing muscle groups, or figuring out which piece of equipment to use. We take care of all of that for you. In addition to resistance training, we also track all of your cardio workouts as well.

ATX Nutrition

The perfect companion to ATX Workouts or robust enough to stand on its own, ATX Nutrition is a best in breed approach to nutrition on your mobile device or desktop computer. Complete with calorie tracking, a meal plan assistant, grocery assistant, blood sugar tracker, and water tracker you have the tools you need to lose weight or simply maintain. Its polished interface makes access to it from anywhere simple and intuitive.

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