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Pedometers
Whether you are interested in doing 10,000
steps a day, wondering how your
walking is
doing, or wanting a device to
help keep track
of your running progress, the
pedometer will
help you know how you are doing.
These light,
pager-size devices, worn usually
on the waist
or hip, come with a range of
options from
just a few basic functions to
ones with multiple
functions including GPS and Internet
connections
for detailed information. To
help decide
which pedometer you want, here
are a few
things to consider:
- Look for a pedometer that measures the number
of steps taken, total distance traveled,
and the amount of calories used. You'll find
that all three of these measurements will
be handy. If your workout pattern is irregular,
you may also find it helpful to have the
pedometer accumulate the statistics daily
and weekly.
- A built in clock so you don't have to carry
a wristwatch to keep track of the time, as
well as a stopwatch / alarm function to track
individual workouts.
- Make sure the display is easily readable,
even as you are moving; you don't want to
have to stop to check your progress. If you
work out at dawn, dusk, or at night, pick
a model with a a lighted display.
- If you want to measure distance, make sure
the pedometer allows you to adjust the stride
measurement. This is particularly important
if two people share the same pedometer.
One last consideration: you may want to buy
a safety leash for your pedometer to reduce
the chances of dropping and/or losing it. |
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