Testing the miCoach

One of the perks of working in a running store is when I get to test new products. Yesterday I was handed an Adidas miCoach Pacer. This device is similar to the Nike+ program, but with some differences. The main difference is miCoach has a heart rate monitor. Nike hasn't developed that yet.

miCoach is pedometer, calorie counter, heart rate monitor and real-time coaching. It does connect to the a MP3 player, but you can use it without. The coaching aspect comes into play when after you input all your info into the Adidas miCoach system. As you run, the "coach" will tell you to speed or slow down to regulate your heart rate. It tells you this if you are using a MP3 player. You can also wait until after the run, and have downloaded the info to see what you should have done.

There is a foot pod which can go on the outside of your shoe. No need to use an Adidas shoe, though they have a groove in their shoes for you to use the pod. The receiver can attach to your shirt, shorts, wherever.

I am looking forward to trying this on the next run. Stay tuned for a review.

Charlie