OMRON’S LATEST ACTIVITY MONITOR IS A WEIGHT LOSS MOTIVATOR Exercise Expert Bob Greene Says the Unique Tool Helps Burn Calories & Achieve Goals LAKE FOREST, Ill. September 12, 2013 – September signals a renewed sense of routine in many households, so it’s an ideal time to take stock of your fitness regimen. Whether working to maintain muscle tone or lose weight, a little extra motivation can go a long way. Small enough to fit in your pocket, the Omron Activity Monitor with Weight Loss Tracker (HJA-312) is your “take-everywhere” fitness tool. Unique among activity monitors, this device translates your weight loss wishes into real time activity goals. Whether walking, running or simply doing housework, you will know precisely how many calories you need to burn to reach your weekly milestones. Results and progress over time can be tracked by with easy, automatic data upload to your personal dashboard at OmronFitness.com. “Setting goals, using the right tools and tracking progress are essential when establishing a fitness routine, and even more so when you’re trying to lose weight,” said Bob Greene, “20 Years Younger” author and Oprah’s personal trainer. “Staying motivated is critical to success, which is why I love the Omron activity monitor with weight loss tracker – that’s something no other brand offers.” To help your workout routine fall into place, Greene offers his advice for practicing healthy habits and setting fitness goals: Measure What Matters: Some people have a primary goal of losing weight, while others want to increase activity, tone muscle or improve heart health. If your goal is to lose weight in order to fit...
Advanced technology offers accurate measurements, can be worn almost anywhere LAKE FOREST, Ill. – July 1, 2012 – With summer in full effect, people are participating in outdoor activities to reach their fitness goals. Research shows that using a pedometer can increase physical activity and can be a great motivational tool to help people reach the recommended 10,000 steps a day. Today Omron Healthcare, Inc., a leader in health & wellness products, announced the release of two new pedometers, the Omron HJ-320 and HJ-321. Both pedometers feature Tri-Accelerometer (Tri-Axis) technology which accurately measures steps whether positioned flat, vertically or horizontally and can be worn on the hip, in a pocket or even thrown in a purse or bag. “Walking 10,000 steps has shown to improve health and reduce stress and it really doesn’t require a huge time commitment – all it takes is adding a few extra steps throughout your day,” said Bob Greene, Oprah Winfrey’s personal trainer. “It’s very helpful to have a simple tool to keep you accountable as you work towards your fitness goals and that’s why I recommend using Omron’s latest pedometers to make every step count,” added Greene, author of new “20 Years Younger: Look Younger, Feel Younger, Be Younger”. The HJ-320 is a simple motivational tool to measure daily steps taken. The easy-to-use pedometer offers two tracking modes including steps and distance. It also features an automatic reset, so walkers can begin each day with a clean slate, making it easy to track steps more accurately. The HJ-321 is specifically designed for power walking and makes it easier for users to make...
