Choosing The Right Pedometer
If you’re looking for a pedometer, you just might not have to look any further than the HJ 112 model from Omron. This is a great little pedometer that manages to combine features, price and design into one very attractive package. Whether you’re an enthusiast or novice this pedometer will appeal.
The great thing about this pedometer is that you can carry it in your pocket, purse or bag, and it still works amazingly well. It will keep accurate track of your steps, distance and calories burned.
It’s got a lovely big display that is really easy to read, with buttons that aren’t fiddly, which makes a nice change on something this small. If you do happen to want to fix it to your belt, it comes with a detachable holder and also a strong security strap which you fix around your wrist.
It’s supposed to last up to 6 months using the replaceable lithium battery, which with an average of 10,000 steps per day works out as a lot of walking!
I must admit I found this to be a brilliant pedometer. I did look at other models, but when I compared the price, features and ease of use, I personally thought this one came out the winner. The HJ 112 and the HJ 720ITC are both new type pedometers that you can keep in your pocket, and to be honest the only reason I picked the HJ 112 was because I didn’t have any need for the software that comes with the 720 ITC.
In case you are wondering, yes, this pedometer can be used for jogging. In fact I use it for jogging now, although I never intended to when I bought it. It’s surprising how much fitter you get after a few weeks of regular exercise!
I have a little circuit that I take, but after a month or two I started jogging for small distances and then walking again, but now I jog for almost the whole time. I’m pretty sure I wouldn’t have done that without the HJ 112.
So, if you need a good pedometer that won’t let you down in a hurry, then the HJ 112 is probably as good a choice as any, especially if you don’t need all the extra software and stuff.
If you’re not the person doing the walking and you’re considering buying a pedometer for someone else, the HJ 112 makes an ideal choice. It’s got everything you need to keep track of your activity but is really easy to use.
Not only is this a very cool gadget, it’s also a really practical gift that will actually help them to stay healthy. Personally, I think that’s a great way of showing someone you really do care about them.
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