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Your First Week Checklist

Getting Started: Your First Week

Welcome to eFit! Complete these tasks in your first week to set yourself up for success.

Day 1: Account Setup

☐ Complete registration

Ensure your LMS username matches exactly what's in your school system.

☐ Connect your fitness tracker

Link your Fitbit, Google Fit, or Garmin account. Grant all requested permissions.

☐ Verify your first sync

Check that your activity data appears in eFit within a few hours of connecting.

Day 2-3: Explore Your Dashboard

☐ Review your course modules

Browse the educational content available in your course.

☐ Check your assignments

Note due dates for fitness assessments, activity tracking, and other requirements.

☐ Understand your ExerDays requirement

Know how many active days per week count toward your grade (typically 5).

Day 4-5: Build Your Routine

☐ Sync your tracker daily

Open your fitness app each day to ensure data transfers to eFit.

☐ Log your first activities

Start building your activity history. Remember, only your top ExerDays count!

☐ Explore gamification features

Check out badges, leaderboards, and educational games.

Day 6-7: Verify Everything Works

☐ Confirm a week of data

Verify that your daily activity is being recorded accurately.

☐ Check your grade preview

Visit the Grades section to see how your first week is tracking.

☐ Know where to get help

Bookmark the Help section and Knowledge Base for future reference.

Pro Tips for Success

  • Wear your tracker consistently - The more you wear it, the more accurate your data
  • Sync before bed - Ensure each day's activity is captured
  • Start your modules early - Don't wait until the last minute for educational content
  • Join an accountability pod - If available, pods help keep you motivated
  • Ask questions early - If something isn't working, reach out to support right away

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You're all set! If you have questions, our support team is here to help.