The Omron Pocket Pedometer; model HJ-720ITC

PRODUCT REVIEW

Pocket Pedometer, model HJ-720ITC with PC software by Omron

By Mark Isaac Thyss
Garden of Healing®

The Omron Pocket Pedometer; model HJ-720ITC, is a great pedometer, and I highly recommended getting one.

It is the most technologically advanced pedometer offered by Omron - doing it’s job well and accurately. This pedometer counts your steps whether it is clipped on, in your pocket or in a purse.

I like the software (Omron Health Management Software); a couple of clicks and your data is automatically uploaded. It shows your results on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis. Omron is the only company I have seen that provides you with this type of software.

The device manual could be improved but overall, it’s not hard to figure things out. Simply connect the pedometer with its USB connection to your PC to begin tracking your health today.

The Model HJ-720ITC can count steps, aerobic steps and minutes, calories, or distance, and has an increased memory storage capacity. The auto-reset to zero at midnight helps to keep you honest.

The unit is compact and comfortably fits in your pocket. It does not feel bulky either (you can wear it with a clip too, or hang it from a cord off a belt).

It seems to accurately count steps; when making the same walk a second time, it calculated the distance exactly on target. This is an accurate pedometer in terms of counting steps and estimating distance.

I also found the software easy to use. You simply attach the pedometer to your computer (my PC with XP) and then download the data. As bonus, the software also interfaces with some of Omron’s blood pressure units.

You pay a bit extra for this pedometer with its many features, including the software, but it’s worth it. You can save a few dollars by not getting the model with the software, but being able to easily track progress is one of the best things about this pedometer.

I highly recommended getting The Omron Pocket Pedometer, HJ-720ITC.

More information: http://www.omronhealthcare.com/product/1132-187-fitness-diagnostics-pocket-pedometer-with-pc-software-hj-720itc

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