I will let you in on a little secret… exercise is NOT fun. You heard me. It just isn’t at least it isn’t fun for me. I would much rather be hanging out on the computer or playing video games on my DS than I would exercise. Unfortunately, exercise is necessary and sitting in front of the computer burns very few calories compared to a long walk or stair climbing.
Well now there is a handy device that combines the best of both worlds. The Striiv is an easy to use fitness device that motivates and rewards movement throughout the day with games, challenges and donations – all powered by physical activity.
Striiv looks like a small mp3 layer type device. It has a high resolution, color touch screen and is small enough to move between your key chain, belt clip or pocket. You can even clip it on your handbag. Each time you walk, run, go up the stairs, etc. Striiv counts your steps using their proprietary TruMotion technology that is always on and measuring your movement.
Striiv counts each of your movements toward a donation to charity. They are partnering with GlobalGiving to donate clean water to children in South America, a polio vaccine to a child in India or to conserve a parking spot size area of Tanzania’s rainforest for one year – at no cost to the user. Donations are paid by corporate sponsorships and new charitable partners will be added over time.
Now as if the donation wasn’t enough, here comes the fun part. Striiv has GAMES! Unlike traditional time-based social media games, Striiv games are completely powered by physical activity. The first game is MyLand and the more you move, the more your enchanted island fills with exotic wildlife and plants. More games will be added over time. You can even earn rewards and bonuses for walking to lunch or taking the stairs. Each day you unlock challenges based on how much distance you move in the real world. You walk up the street can be put toward climbing the Eiffel Tower or crossing the Golden Gate Bridge.
I have got to say that this is easily the coolest thing I have seen since my iPad2 and that says a lot. I respond very well to rewards and challenges. With the Striiv, you can pick challenges and earn points on whether or not you reach them. You get a trophy too and they clap for you 
There is a stats section that keeps track of how many steps, stairs, running, miles, calories and energy you have used. There are also sections for MyLand, Trophies, Challenges and a total comparison of your steps based on the national average over time. The donation section lets you choose which donation you want your steps to go toward and it keeps track of how far you’ve gone toward achieving your donation.
This device includes a cord, plug, screen protector, key chain attachment and belt clip attachment. You plug it in to charge and connect it to your computer to sync your device with your computer for software updates, to back up data and to register your donations. You can even charge your battery during the sync process if you choose.
I am in love with my Striiv. As soon as it was charged, I jumped up and did a brisk walk around the house so I could watch it track my movements and have my world start. Then I had to go up and down the stairs several times to reach that challenge so I could have a trophy. This has definitely motivated me to become more active. I love that it can be a game to play, a challenge to meet or a way to earn a donation to a charity. It’s easy to use and it’s fun too. This is a fantastic gift for anyone interested in fitness or if you have a teen or child you’re trying to encourage to get in shape, this is a fantastic way to do it.
You can purchase a Striiv from HSN and HSN.com (exclusive bundle for $99.95) or on www.striiv.com for $99.
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About Ellen Christian
My name is Ellen Christian and I'm a busy mom of two teenagers who manages two blogs: 
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I learned that why they developed it is they believed people move more when having fun- how true!
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I learned that it works everywhere. thats really cool!
It's a pedometer that has a game incorporated into it. you upload your stat to your computer via your USB port to enlarge your land in your game. Your walkathon donations are also automatically uploaded at the same time.
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I learned that Striiv’s vision is to motivate people, and they started with a simple question: “What if?”
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I learned the products usefulness!
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I learned that it works everywhere and is fun! Thanks so much for the fantastic giveaway!
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Striiv motivates you to transform your life with games, donations, and personal challenges that are powered by your activity.
SO AWESOME!
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I learned that it's shock proof and can clip to your clothes
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I learned that when you walk, Striiv and other sponsors make donations on your behalf. That is very cool!
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I learned that every step counts towards a donation to charity.
I'm a follower and I learned they have a blog.
I learned that you can earn rewards and bonuses when you take the stairs, etc (wow, this really sounds intriguing!)
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Shock proof? awesome
I love the whole concept of Striiv. It is tiny and fits on your keychain and yet is able to count every step you make. I love how it motivates you with games, donations and personal challenges that are all powered by your own activity.
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They are creating a movement around the idea of movement. It sounds amazing!
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I love this!!! Counting my steps and this going to the charity of my choice. Such a great idea! Rita Spratlen rjspratlen@gmail.com
wow, this thing is cool, it tracks your movements and works with a company so that donations are made for all of the excersize you do, you can carry it easily and its very sturdy, so thats great for me!
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I learned that it works even in a purse or pocket, and that it does everything it can to make getting exercise fun, from games to donating to charity.
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I learned that it costs $99. Looks super fun too!
I learned it's shock proof and works everywhere.
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Striiv, believe that getting in shape should fit around your schedule, and more importantly, it should be fun!
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Publicly following Confessions of an Overworked Mom with Google Friend Connect — I learned that "Striiv’s vision is to motivate people" ヅ *Thanks* for the giveaway!
You can put the Striiv on your key chain and it counts every step you take
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I learned that it works everywhere and is fun! Thanks so much.
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GFC follower
This is Striiv's first product.
I learned the more you walk the more you give – love that concept!
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I learned that it is shockproof. Now THAT is something I need with a pistol of a 2yr old in tow
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Striiv’s first product is designed to help us spend more time together while getting fit, giving back, and having fun
I learned that it's a pocket pedometer with a game built in it!
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I follow with gfc as Shilo Beedy and learned it has about one week battery life between charges
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I learned that for every step you take, a donation to charity is made on your behalf by Striiv and other sponsors.And Striiv believes getting in shape should be fun, and fit around your schedule.
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Hope to win!
This looks like it is a really good modivational tool!! – I hope I win!!!
I learned Striiv believes in working around your schedule to help you become fit.
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I learned that the Beta testers increased their movement and activity with the help of the Striiv.
i love that every step counts toward a donation toward a charity
I learned that its shock-proof!
I learned how easy it is to use and that it can goo with you everywhere.
LOVE the concept behind this – the more you walk, the more you donate! So cool!
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I learned they used beta testers who blogged about their results
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I learned that it works everywhere and it makes moving more fun
I learned that it is a good motivation tool for exercise. I like that it gives to charity like clean water at no cost to me.
I learned that they started with one question "what if"
I learned that the founders were electrical engineers.
I am following via GFC as Jill Myrick.
I learned that Striiv will continue to expand and add apps to motivate you to move more.
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I learned that you can also purchase one in SkyMall.
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I learned that it's shock proof and works everywhere.
I learned that your movement willpower games. Sounds fun.
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This sounds really neat! I learned that there is currently only one game, but the plan is to add more.
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I learned that Every step counts towards a donation to charity- at no cost to you.
I learned that this works in your hand, belt, and even your purse! Love it!
I learned that you can earn rewards and bonuses when you take the stairs
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I learned it motivates you with personal goals and challenges!!
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I learned every step you take counts towards a donation to charity at no cost to you!
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I learn that they develop is believed that the people move more when having fun
I learned that Striiv is made to form around your schedule, even if busy.
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I learned that with every step taken a donation is made.
Desiree Dunbar
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learned every step counts!
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I learned Striiv respects your privacy. They don't rent or sell your personal information to anyone.
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Learned that Striiv’s first product is designed to help us spend more time together while getting fit, giving back, and having fun.
I learned that it keeps you motivated by them donating to good causes.
I learned that Striiv is only $99!
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I learned that it is shock proof… a great feature for a clumsy person. Thanks for the giveaway
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You will create an account on Striiv.com so you can look at your progress and save all your activity data online.
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i learned if you take the stairs you get bonus's and that people move more wheb they're having fun
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I learned that the more you walk, the more Striiv will donate to your chosen charity.
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I follow (happi shopr) and learned that Striiv motivates you to transform your life with games, donations, and personal challenges that are powered by your activity.
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THIS IS AWESOME!!! I love that Every step counts towards a donation to charity- at no cost to you. melaniecalcut@gmail.com
I learned that they developed it because they believe people move more when having fun.
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developed it is they believed people move more when having fun
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It is key chain adaptable!
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I learned that Striiv’s first product is designed to help us spend more time together while getting fit, giving back, and having fun
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Cofounder Dave Wang has over a decade of experience leading marketing and product planning in the social gaming, consumer electronics, and semiconductor markets. His prior positions include VP of Marketing at Booyah, Senior Director of Marketing at SiRF and Centrality Communications, and engineering positions at Cisco Systems and the U.C. Berkeley Wireless Research Center.
I learned that Striiv's always-on TruMotion technology credits you for every step you take
I learned that it even works in a purse or pocket.
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Jennifer Rote
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I learned Striiv games are powered by your movement. You can create your own enchanted island filled with exotic wildlife and plants.
Striiv does measure steps, but it uses those steps to engage and motivate the user.
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