MiCoach Pacer

Because every runner is different and every heart is unique.

I did not finished my C25k, because before i finished the 9 weeks i got this nifty device as a pre birthday gift. True enough as the Ad say's this device caters more specifically with your personalized running needs.

First let's off with the parts:

image courtesy of stuff.tv

The package comes with a heart rate monitor and strap, a stride sensor and the micoach pacer, a USB connector and an audio connector. It also have an included one piece earphone, in case you don't already have one.

Getting Started:
First you'd need to register an account in the micoach website: http://www.micoach.com/


..then plug the device to your computer via USB - charge it for 2 hours. The website is very user friendly, and contains clear instructions on how to set up and use the micoach pacer.

You will choose a training plan to fit your specific needs; whether you just want to relax, get fit or improve your time for a full marathon.



After choosing your Training Plan micoach will then ask you to take an assessment workout. This will gauge your current fitness level and automatically calibrate your heart rate zones.

After the assessment workout, you may review your performace like the one we have below. Drag the little marker to check you stats for the specific time.



You may review your training plan and adjust it accordingly by clicking on Manage > schedule. Then just drag the workouts around

Then you're all done, just head out and enjoy the run and your training program. :)

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Item Review
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PROS:

- Its very easy to use, the website is user friendly and the instructions are clearly layed out.

- the battery for the pacer is rechargeable via USB, and since i got it 2 months ago i haven't purposely charged it yet except for its initial charge.

- it involves different easy to follow training plans

- it can be used with any kinds of shoes

- it's easy to calibrate both the heart rate and stride sensor

- you could move around your schedule depending on your availability

- battery for the stride sensor and heart rate monitor is replaceable.

- it can be used with any type of mp3 player

- it caters to a wide array of languages

CONS:

- it has lots of pieces which could easily be misplaced so i got a pouch specifically for micoach.

** there's news that micoach will very soon incorporate the ability to make your custom workout from scratch. :)

MY RATING: 5 PAWS