A reader writes:

“any pedometer advice? I really want one to measure distance, stride, calories, etc. I got one for free from itunes for my iphone but it doesn’t work and before I invest $1.99 for another non-working app, or worse, $more for an actually ped, I figured I would ask some runners.”

I’ve been using Runkeeper, which isn’t perfect, but I’m wondering if expecting perfection from a pedometer-type app is just folly. Anyone have any suggestions?

1. craigswanson answered: As a fun option, have you looked at FitBit?
2. imperfectbeauty answered: Map My Run is good and has an iphone app, which is not always reliable. I also like Nike+ and have friends that swear by Garmin as well.
3. elainecorden answered: My ultra-marathoner friend swears by thi$$$: buy.garmin.com/shop/sh… I use gmapspedometer & a $5 steptracker.
4. misterhippity answered: My suggestion? If you find an iPhone app that works, don’t use it anywhere near a playground: gawker.com/5526004
5. bmichael answered: I recommend Nike+, which seems to work well for me.
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