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We live in a culture where the importance of fitness is abundantly clear. Obesity levels are at an all time high in the United States, and it has taken this epidemic to make people realize that the time to do something about it is now. One tactic that helps many people get in better shape is to acquire little tools and incentives to help them work out. And perhaps the best tool available in this regard is Apple’s iPod Nano. While it is true that most people are more motivated to push themselves while listening to music, the Nano does more than just play mp3 files. The iPod Nano is specifically tailored to accompany people on their workouts. This post describes some of the features that make the iPod Nano second to none when it comes to helping people achieve their optimal fitness level.
1. The iPod Nano comes equipped with a built in pedometer. With a built in pedometer, Nano owners always know how far they have walked or ran. And with fitness, the first step to making progress is recognizing how much you have exerted yourself. The pedometer can be set to keep track of every step that Nano owners take, or it can be set to help Nano owners achieve personal fitness goals. Steps are automatically converted into distance, so runners and walkers alike will always know how many miles they have gone. This function makes the Nano the perfect accompaniment to any exercise session.
2. The Nike + iPod Sport Kit acts like a trainer. Nano owners have the option of purchasing the Nike Sport Kit to assist them with their training routine. The Nike Sport Kit comes with a sensor that is inserted in the insole of a tennis shoe. The receiver then connects to the Nano and gives up to the minute reports on the training session. With the Nike Sport Kit, Nano owners can select from a range of options, including those that shoot for calorie goals, distance goals or time goals. Throughout the training session, the Sport Kit will provide feedback and encouragement to help the Nano owner push through to meet his or her goal.
3. The Nike Sport Kit records data from workouts and keeps a log to show Nano owners their improvement. One of the best ways to remain motivated when it comes to fitness is to see your progress. By connecting the Nano to a MacBook, the Nike Sport Kit syncs the workout record to a log so owners can see the progress they have made over time. Every individual workout is recorded and saved, so owners can look back over the weeks and see how far they have come.
4. The Nano provides a lightweight and easily transportable music-playing device. One should not overlook the main function of a Nano, which is to play mp3 files. Nothing helps people train harder than good music, and the Nano does so without weighing people down. Runners can run for miles with a Nano, and scarcely realize they are carrying it.
People who are considering beginning a workout regimen should consider the advantages that Nanos provide them with. While it is never easy to get in shape, the Nano truly does give people the cutting edge.
