Pedometer. If you consider yourself one of them, then you will probably need a step meter. But you can buy not just any pedometer, but one that suits your lifestyle. Before purchasing even the most convenient, at first glance, device, you should familiarize yourself in advance with the properties and characteristics of the device, as well as advice on how to choose a step meter and not be mistaken.
Types of enclosures
The body type will differ depending on where and how you will use your pedometer. There are many types of cases, but the most common difference is in strength. If you are going run, jump and generally engage in mobile activities, the pedometer with a metal frame will withstand any mechanical stress, falls, shocks, vibrations. The plastic frame is lighter in weight, so it is good for walking, during which the risk of damage is excluded.
Functions
If you are interested in simplicity, we recommend paying attention to mechanical pedometers. Their huge advantage is that they do not require battery replacement. The only thing is that they will need to be wound periodically, like a mechanical watch. Mechanical step meters differ in the type of indication. It can be drum (like on a tape recorder) and an arrow. Here the choice depends on you: which is more convenient, choose this one. By the way, if you liked the pedometers with drum indication, then similar ones are produced by the domestic company "Zarya".
If you are interested in multifunctional and universal pedometers that combine, for example, a calorie counter, clock, synchronization with a remote device, then you should take a closer look at electronic pedometers. Choosing the right pedometer depends on the number of features you want to see in it. In any case, you should definitely focus on the type of built-in sensor. It can be contact, reed or accelerometer based. The latter is the preferred type because it allows you to use the step counter in any position and still be sure of its accuracy.
For young people, as well as all those who do not like to carry a large number of things with them, we recommend installing a special application on a smartphone or player that will count your steps. For children, it is possible to connect the step meter to the game console. It consists of a sensor and a game cartridge. The sensor will read the step information and then send it to the cartridge. Thus, additional points will be credited to the console, and such a game form can serve as a good motivation for independent sports.
