It is way too expensive. I agree. We ended up buying a several year up front payment during a big sale. But it is still a bit out of control. I don't blame you for not wanting to pay that!
I had a friend that had a heart attack when he was 47 years old
Yeah, it freaks me out a bit too. Seeing people around your age getting heart attacks can certainly be a motivating factor to get in shape.
Oddly enough, if I were to ever upgrade from my current Fitbit, I have been looking at the Garmin fitness trackers. Those are a whole different level of expensive! Maybe after the next bull run....