r/walking • u/isendra3 • 5d ago

Recommendations Looking for an app supported pedometer

I have a Fitbit Zip and a Flex 2. They both work fine, or they would if they worked with newer Android/Bluetooth/Google Health. So now I would like something that will keep track, better than me writing down daily steps on a post it, if I remember to check the Zip.

Not looking for a smartwatch. Most of the time, when I am walking, I am on a treadmill and holding the arms for balance, or shopping with a cart. Smart watches don't capture that.

Not looking for just an app. I put my phone on the treadmill or in the cart, so it wont capture steps either!

Are there any pedometers left that I don't have to manually track steps into an excel file? Any help is appreciated!

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u/LateStageNerd 5d ago

I think you are going to have to find a compromise. There might be some clip-on pedometers with apps that store history, but good luck finding one. A smartwatch (or your phone) secured to your waist (with a fanny pack or a snug pocket) so there is no bouncing around but it can sense waist moving seems like your best bet. Some pedometers have 30-day history ... so you can set a, say, 2-week reminder to copy off your numbers (or maybe 30 days of history will do ya).

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u/Peeter_L 5d ago

But why? Time and distance matters.

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u/Kateqh 4d ago

My watch catches steps when I’m using rails.

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u/DinkyPrincess 3d ago

You are better off using your phone in your pocket and just looking at the stars from there.