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Pedometers for Kids

We review pedometers and apps designed for children, tweens and teens.

Striiv Pedometer Review

The Striiv pedometer features a full color video display with challenges, games and a virtual walkathon for charity.

Geopalz Pedometers and Activity Tracker

The Geopalz pedometers and pedometer activity tracking site are designed for children age 5 and up. The pedometers are in fun shapes and the web site is attractive for kids.

McDonald's Stepometer

I'd love to see everybody wearing this pedometer and tracking their steps each day and increasing them. It is a good introduction for people to wearing a pedometer and tracking their steps. But the two that I tested under-recorded steps by 1/3 vs. what is regarded as the standard pedometer, the Digi-Walker.

Nintendo Personal Trainer: Walking

Personal Trainer: Walking for the Nintendo DS includes a pedometer activity meter and tracking and recording of walking steps on the Nintendo DS.

Pedz Pedometers and MyPedz.com

The Pedz pedometers and pedometer tracking site are designed for children age 5 and up. The pedometers are in fun animal shapes and the web site is attractive for kids.

Walkin' Buddy

A step counter that comes in fun colors.

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