Tuesday, December 9, 2008

What About The HJ 112 Pedometer From Omron

By Ron Packardy

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.

Thanks to its innovative dual sensor technology, this pedometer can be carried in your pocket, bag or purse, and it still keeps track of your steps, calorie consumption, distance, and aerobic activity with amazing accuracy.

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 uses a replaceable lithium battery which should last for about 6 months. Assuming an average of 10,000 steps per day that works out to be quite a lot of walking on one battery!

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.

By the way, you might be wondering if you can use this pedometer for jogging. Well, you can. In fact that's what I use it for. Ok, so I didn't know I was going to be jogging when I bought it, but after a few weeks of regular walking, it's amazing how much fitter you will feel.

I actually have a small circuit that I walk around, but after a while I had the urge to jog for a bit then walk again ..etc. Pretty soon I was jogging more than I was walking, although I'm 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.

It won't matter if you're not buying this for yourself because the HJ 112 also makes a great gift. It's really easy to use and has everything you need to keep track of your activity.

Also, in addition to it being a bit of a cool gadget gift for someone, it's also a very practical and useful gift that will actually help them get or stay healthy. I don't know if there is a better way of showing someone that you really care about them. - 16928

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