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MIAdragon · 02-24-2009, 01:12 PM

I hate running, really hate running but I think if I can set some goals maybe it will make it easier to get into. I already have the shoes so Im looking to hear from people who have used it and how they liked/disliked it thanks.

Here is the website and a quick vid (click on "what is Nike+").

http://nikeplus.nike.com/nikeplus/

MIAdragon · 02-24-2009, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by The Buddha

As a philosophical Buddhist, I also think we SHOULD apply that sentence to 99% of the stuff we buy, and NOT BUY IT!

Sorry... if it keeps you healthy, than its worth it. But how much does this thing cost!?! I'm guessing a few hundred, cause Nike is way overpriced.

$29.00

Toadkiller · 02-24-2009, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by pestilenceaf23

What is that?

http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

If you are just starting out running or just getting back into it this is a great program. I went from huffing wind walking around the block to 3 miles a night now.

MIAdragon · 02-24-2009, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Toadkiller

http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

If you are just starting out running or just getting back into it this is a great program. I went from huffing wind walking around the block to 3 miles a night now.

See thats what Im looking for.

The Buddha · 02-24-2009, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by MIAdragon

$29.00

I'm surprised. I figured that little belt thing would at least be $150.00

**kysirsoze** · 02-24-2009, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by MIAdragon

$29.00

29.99 plus you have to buy Nike shoes that work with it which are usually at least $100.

I won an Ipod nano at a work poker tournament so I decided to give this a shot. It works pretty well. It definitely motivates me which is my biggest problem when it comes to running. (Like most people I think.)

One nitpick is if you wanna do interval running at all (I'm not exactly in marathon shape), it doesn't really work for that. You can pause your workout and resume it but it's not as easy to do that as I'd like.

This might not bother you at all in which case go for it.

missinDThomas · 02-24-2009, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Toadkiller

I just started using mine last run. I thought it was kind of cool but maybe the novelty will wear off after a few runs.

And yeah I hate running with a passion, but I started that couch potato to 5k training program from cool runnings and it is the best thing ever. Now when I miss a night running I feel bummed.

i heard that really works. how is it working for you? how long did it take to get to 3 mi.?

Spicy McHaggis · 02-24-2009, 01:56 PM

I got one for my birthday and I like it. I don't do a lot of distance training right now since I'm in season but I enjoyed it when I was doing some miles. In my opinion if it will help you run and stay active, then it's worth it.

**kysirsoze** · 02-24-2009, 01:57 PM

Also, if you are woefully out of shape it can be a little embarressing to see your fat slowness broken down into hard numbers on a website. But that just adds to the motivation!

**Rain Man** · 02-24-2009, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by KC Fish

adj.

I guess if you're that concerned whether you've ran a mile or 1.35 miles it might be handy. But mostly it's a marketing gimmick to appease gadget consumers and encourage you to buy more toys.

And it works! I can't wait for them to come out with options like Krusty The Clown announcing my mileage!

Fish · 02-24-2009, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by MIAdragon

So you're not speaking from actual experience then? IMO you could apply you last sentence to just about 99% of the shit we buy.

Yes I'm speaking from personal experience. It's pointless other than the "ohh neat, my iPod is tied to my shoes" new gadget factor. It doesn't work very well sometimes. Updates fail. Distances are way off.

If you're not interested in my opinion, then disregard.

Toadkiller · 02-24-2009, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by missinDThomas

i heard that really works. how is it working for you? how long did it take to get to 3 mi.?

It really works well. Like I said before I went from barely making it around the block to 3 miles a night in 6 weeks or so. I also went from hating to run, hey fat guy like me hates anything to do with running, but now I actually feel bummed if I don't get to run that day. I also got a couple friends to try it and they agree it really works well.

Also if you are interested there is a push up one sort of like the running one, http://hundredpushups.com/

Hammock Parties · 02-24-2009, 02:01 PM

Another spectacular iPod product.

MIAdragon · 02-24-2009, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by KC Fish

Yes I'm speaking from personal experience. It's pointless other than the "ohh neat, my iPod is tied to my shoes" new gadget factor. It doesn't work very well sometimes. Updates fail. Distances are way off.

If you're not interested in my opinion, then disregard.

LoL, im interested in all opinions, that’s why I asked here. You were more than short with your last 2 responses’, that’s why I prodded.

**Rain Man** · 02-24-2009, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by kysirsoze

29.99 plus you have to buy Nike shoes that work with it which are usually at least $100.

I bought one of these and it seems to work great. You just attach it to the shoelaces of your non-Nike shoe.

http://grantwoodstore.com/Shoe-Pouch...B000UGLIXC.htm

**The Franchise** · 02-24-2009, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Toadkiller

http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

If you are just starting out running or just getting back into it this is a great program. I went from huffing wind walking around the block to 3 miles a night now.

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Originally Posted by Toadkiller

It really works well. Like I said before I went from barely making it around the block to 3 miles a night in 6 weeks or so. I also went from hating to run, hey fat guy like me hates anything to do with running, but now I actually feel bummed if I don't get to run that day. I also got a couple friends to try it and they agree it really works well.

Also if you are interested there is a push up one sort of like the running one, http://hundredpushups.com/

Rep. Thanks for these.

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