We all have that one friend who is overly dedicated to their Fitbit, right? They’ll go to great lengths—like taking extra laps around the block—to hit their daily step count. However, this quirky behavior hasn’t been adequately parodied until recently.
CBC Comedy released a sketch that humorously critiques the fixation some individuals have with their fitness trackers (no offense if you’re one of them!). The sketch centers around a woman who is intensely focused on achieving her Fitbit goals for the day. She is so committed that she asks her colleague if she’d like to sprint up and down the stairs after lunch to boost her step count. Unfortunately, her colleague’s Fitbit has other plans, advising her to take a nap due to insufficient sleep (now, that’s a Fitbit I’d support).
As she seeks out other coworkers for a stair workout, she discovers they’re all beholden to their unique fitness gadgets—like the “Fatbit,” which monitors how often one experiences societal body shaming, and the “Fuckbit,” which determines when it’s time for some adult fun. And let’s not forget the “Funbit,” which alerts you when it’s time to enjoy a full thermos of wine (now that sounds like a gadget I could get behind).
Eventually, she encounters the last coworker, who also declines the stair challenge. When asked if her Fitbit is to blame, she retorts, “No, that’s just a watch. I do whatever I want.” Can I get an AMEN?
The sketch has garnered 2.5 million views and sparked mixed reactions in the comments. Some viewers maintain a balanced approach to their Fitbit lifestyle, while others simply crave a Funbit (because, honestly, who wouldn’t?). But I stand firmly with the “Do Whatever You Want” crew. If anyone actually invents a Funbit, please send it my way immediately; I am all for mandatory wine breaks.
This article was originally posted on January 28, 2018.
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Summary
A new comedy sketch from CBC humorously critiques the obsession some people have with their Fitbits, showcasing a woman’s desperate attempts to meet her daily step goals while highlighting the absurdity of various fictional fitness trackers, such as the “Fatbit” and “Funbit.” The sketch has resonated with viewers, generating a mix of reactions about fitness and personal freedom.