Inexpensive Pedometer- Omron with software? Others?

[Band_Groupie 3]

Just starting to exercise again and I have a good treadmill. I'd like to start tracking my steps as walking will be my main exercise so I want to track both the treadmill and all other steps just walking around. I don't need many bells or whistles as I am not one to spend the time plugging in data, calories, etc. I only want to spend about $50 or less (not ready for that bodybugg yet). I've never used a pedometer before..Any suggestions?

I saw someone here mentioned the Omron pedometer and specifically the Omron HJ-720ITC. I see it has a PC interface, which might be cool to track progress over time, but it depends how easy this is to use. Anyone have details/use this one?...read a few bad reviews on Amazon "Inacurate- I also found in the manual that the pedometer won't count steps accurately if you wear sandals, if you shuffle your feet, if you don't walk at a constant pace or if you use stairs." I just want an accurate count and some simple software. Thanks all!:cursing:

Edited December 3, 2008 by Band_Groupie

[rodriguezequal 3]

When I registered my band with LapBand they sent me a free one that is also an am/fm radio...it's just a cheap little thing, but it works :cursing:

[bearbandit 0]

I use it and is very simple. Highly recommend it. Got it on Amazon for about 25 bucks. you can actually put in your pocket and it works perfect, very accurate. I shoot for at least 10,000 steps per day.:whatchutalkingabout

[Band_Groupie 3]

Thanks Bear & Holli- My DH-Mr.SA (Skinny Ass) ordered it from Amazon ($30.67 with free shipping)...can't wait to load the software and give it a try but Santa is bringing it so I have to wait I'll let you know next year (Happy New You!) how it's going! -BG