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Digi-Walker™ Pedometers
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Starting At
$27
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| Orders placed on weekdays before 3pm CST ship the same day. |
Teachers love the durability of the Digi-Walker™ pedometer, its ease of use, and its exceptional readability. Three different models let you choose the level of performance that's right for you or your class: Elementary monitors steps only; Intermediate monitors steps and distance and has clock and stopwatch functions; Advanced monitors steps, converts steps to miles, and monitors calories. Order individually or in packs of 15 or 30 pedometers with storage cases.
Which pedometer is right for me?
Understanding the functions of each pedometer is important when choosing the right model for you. |
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| Distance | |
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To calculate distance walked, the pedometer multiplies the number of steps taken by the average stride length entered for the user. Accuracy in calculating this distance is directly related to how much variation there is in the user's walking/running speed. |
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| Caloric Expenditure | |
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Step count is used to calculate the approximate number of calories expended. Calculations are made using data from clinical testing on average-size individuals. A pedometer's caloric calculations should be used as a reference only and not as an accurate measurement like with step count, MVPA, activity time, and distance. |
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| Total Activity Time | |
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To calculate your total activity time, the pedometer begins recording each time you begin to move and stops recording when you stop moving. NASPE guidelines recommend at least 60 minutes of daily physical activity for children, 30 minutes for adults. |
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| MVPA | |
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MVPA (Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity) refers to physical activity that elevates a person's heart rate for a sustained period of time. An example of moderate activity includes a brisk walk; vigorous activity is a fast run. By tracking both the time and the intensity of activity, Gopher's FITstep™ pedometers are able to calculate 10-minute bouts of MVPA. NASPE's guideline of at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day dedicates a portion of that time (approximately 50%) to MVPA. |
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| Step Count | |
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The primary function of a pedometer is to measure step count. Most pedometers measure step count through an electronic pendulum, although the FITstep™ Plus and Pro feature new technology for more precise step counting than others. Thanks to this mechanism, these pedometers give a more accurate count even when they are not perfectly upright. |
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| Proper Positioning | |
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Pedometers yield the most accurate results when properly placed on the user's waistband directly above the knee. Our FITstep™ Pro and FITstep™ Plus models now feature piezoelectric technology that allows the pedometer to count at any angle, eliminating the fuss of making sure it's always in an upright position. Most of our pedometers feature an alligator-style clip that easily fastens securely to belts, waistbands, and even rolled-over sweatpants. |
