Measuring Running Distance?

ELEPHANT B

I started to run about 2-3 miles per day. I want to steadily increase the distance so I want something that will measure how much I run in a fast, easy and cheap way. I've heard the Garmin watches are great but there way to expensive and I'd rather get new shoes. Also, I don't have the time to sit on google earth and plan it out. I've heard Nike + works pretty well, I have an Ipad and a Android phone but I'm not going to buy a Nano just for this. I don't like carrying my phone either. Any suggestions, accuracy dosen't have to be perfect.

Answer
I bought my wife a Garmin Forerunner 210 and she loves it. I know they are a bit expensive, but you can track your runs online and it's a good motivator to keep going. For $129.99 (price from Garmin), you can purchase the less fancy Garmin Forerunner 10,

If you don't want to spend anything more than you have, I would definitely suggest finding a good app for your android device. They are usually inexpensive and get the job done. Unfortunately I have nothing to suggest since I have an iOS phone.

Device that measures running distance?

avada keda

I don't want a GPS function because they cost a bomb. I read reviews about how bad the battery life of the Nike+ Sensor is so I don't want that either. The Garmin watches are a little too pricey for me.

Any suggestions?

Answer
Mapmyrun.com is a free site where you type in the address of your starting point and it will provide a map on which you can track your run in both distance and elevation.

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