Thanks to the wonders of technology, we first received the digital music format known as the MP3, which allowed easy storage of massive music libraries. From there, the market saw the launch all sorts of variations of portable MP3 players, until finally, the iPod
One of the best add-on accessories you can purchase for the iPod nano, Touch and iPhone these days is the Nike + iPod sport kit
I personally own the Nike + iPod sport kit and have enjoyed using it for several months now. The knock against these things is usually one of two things; 1) the sensor battery will die in time, forcing you to buy a new sensor (for $20), and 2) the sensor is only usable with Nike+ sneakers. Point number one is true, however you can turn the sensor on and off after uses. It’s a bit hard to judge whether or not the sensor piece is on or off though, unless it’s hooked to your iPod, because the sensor has no visible lights to indicate ON/OFF.
Point number 2 is false. You can use the Nike+ iPod sport kit sensor with any sneakers you choose to. You’ll just need to spend a little extra to buy a special pouch to hold the sensor, these run anywhere in price from about $5 to $20 or so. They’re made in silicone, rubber and more canvas type materials with velcro to keep them in place. All you have to do is put your shoelaces through the pouch’s holding slots and tie up your sneakers!
Now for the cool stuff, you simply plug the receiver piece into the bottom of your iPod Nano. If you’ve got an iPhone or Touch then you don’t need to do that, they have special sensor technology built in with their wifi. Once you have this set up, turn your iPod or iPhone on, and you’ll see the Nike iPod option on your menu. From there, you can decide what sort of run workout you want to do, whether you want to go for distance, time or burn off a certain number of calories in a session. A voice prompt will come on and tell you the workout has begun. That voice will come on throughout intervals of your workout, say every 10 minutes with your timed run, and then each minute during the last 5 of your run. At the end it will announce your workout is done.
After ending your workout, you’ll hear your full stats and see them on the iPod screen including time, distance, pace and calories burned. But the fun doesn’t end there. You can register for Nike’s free website to keep track of all your runs and statistics, as well as run routes and more! The website features special workouts as well to help people preparing for 5k marathons, NFL style training circuits, or even a simple beginners running program.
I’ve owned this gadget for several months now and it definitely keeps me motivated as I run. A few times after the run, an Olympic medalist has come on to inform me that I had my best workout yet. This is recommended for yourself to keep on pace with a new or existing cardio program, or to buy it as a gift for someone who wants to get started. It will keep you motivated as you listen to your music and go forth with your regular running or cardio program. The Nike+ website is a nice bonus as well, with free content from time to time such as special running music mixes. There’s also integration to track your runs on Google maps, see other runners in your area, and challenge friends who use the Nike+ kit.
The price of the Nike+ iPod sports kit is a great investment in your personal health at just $30. You can also opt to buy just the sensor for $20 if you own an iPod Touch or iPhone. Nike+ sneakers ($70 and up) and pouch ($5 and up) will cost you additionally.
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