Fitsense Speedometer, The First Wireless Training Device For Running and Walking

By STEPHANIE OAKES

FitSense Technology, Inc., a world leader in wireless bio-monitors for the fitness and medical markets, announced today the launch of the FS-1 Speedometer, a consumer training monitor for running and walking programs. The patented system is a "dashboard for the human body," providing instant feedback on speed, pace, distance, calorie burn and heart rate on a wristwatch.

The FS-1 Speedometer uses an accelerometer that clips onto a shoelace to automatically measure the length of each and every step for 98% accurate results. The data is transmitted via a wireless link and displayed on a wristwatch designed for ergonomic comfort and ease. After exercising, the athlete simply presses a button to have the personal performance data up-linked to the FitSense website, www.fitsense.com where charts and logs are displayed.

"Anybody who likes to run or walk is in for a thrill," stated Tom Blackadar, founder and CEO of FitSense. "Now they can know how far and how fast they go. The FS-1 gives people the feedback and motivation they need to stay fit and healthy. Athletes, people trying to lose weight, and people recovering from medical treatment can keep track of their heart rate, the calories they are burning, and their level of physical exertion. Everyone likes to see what they’ve done and get a pat on the back to stay motivated."

The FS-1 Speedometer Technology

Foot Sensor weighs less than 1oz. and clips onto a shoelace. The patented accelerometer automatically measures each and every stride and transmits data to the watch via a wireless link.

Wrist Watch enables users to get instant feedback at a glance, without breaking stride, displaying:

Speed, distance, current pace, average pace, elapsed time, calories, heart rate, current time, day, and date.

Total of mileage

Log of 28 workouts including elapsed time, total distance, average pace, total calories, and splits for each mile.

NetLink plugs into the serial port of any PC and, at the touch of a button, receives a wireless upload from the FS-1 Speedometer watch enabling athletes to plan, chart, and analyze their workouts online.

Heart Rate Monitor wraps around the chest to measure heart rate. Data is sent via a wireless link to the wristwatch for display.

The FS-1 is available direct from FitSense (www.fitsense.com or 1-800-419-3667) and at select retailers for $179.95.

The Boston Marathon

Athletes from all over the country will be pacing their Boston Marathon run on April 16, as they have their training, with the FitSense Speedometer. Allie Renna of Boston and her twin sister, Amy Maguire of Pittsburgh, have been training "together" online with the FitSense Speedometer. Each woman gets instant feedback while running, and then uploads data so the sisters can view each other’s results.

FitSense Technology, Inc. (www.fitsense.com), located in Wellesley, MA, has developed the first accurate pace-distance monitor for running and walking with a wireless link to the Internet. FitSense products were used to track Senator John Glenn on the Space Shuttle, Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson in the U.S. Olympic trials, runners in the Boston Marathon, climbers on Mt. Everest, adventure racers in the Discovery Channel Southern Traverse adventure race, and U.S. Marines in training. FitSense is an innovator in personal wireless technology, holding eight patents and seven patents pending. FitSense currently has partnerships with Motorola and Reebok.