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Pedometers are one of the best motivational tools for weight loss newbies. You can track miles walked, steps taken and/or calories burned with these tiny gadgets.

While these pedometers are free of "bells and whistles" the more expensive ones provide, they still do a great job of keeping you motivated and are a great value for the money.

1) Omron HJ-105 Pedometer

Digital. Time, weight and stride length can be set. Displays time, steps, and miles. Also counts calories burned. Step counter can be adjusted. Lightweight.

2) Robic Multi Function Pedometer

Resets itself to your personal stride range. Flip-Out LCD display. Counts calories burned. Stopwatch (timing total workout time and/or speed goals). Weather Resistant. Replaceable batteries.
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3) Sportline 343 Talking Pedometer

Tracks steps and distance walked ... and actually speaks it. Time of day clock and alarm. Also plays seven different tunes.
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4) Tanita Motion Pedometer

Simple, battery-operated motion detector tracks step counts, distance travelled and total time. Counts up to 99,999 steps. Clips to belt (some Tanitas are hand-held).
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5) Sportline Electronic Pedometer 340

Simple, no-frills pedometer at a great price. Single button stride reset. LCD display. Moisture-resistant. Doesn't require batteries.
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