Nike+ allows runners to track their statistics.
Nike was established in Beaverton, Oregon, in 1972 by Phil Knight and track coach Bill Bowerman. In addition to athletic shoes, Nike sells sports apparel and accessories and, according to Forbes, is the most valuable sports brand in the world, as of 2010.
Nike
Nike+ running shoes have a pocket under the insole that is designed to hold a sensor, which is part of the Nike + iPod Sports Kit. The sensor, which remains in the shoe during a run, helps track statistics such as running times, distances and calories burned.
Apple
Apple products iPod nano, iPod touch, iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 are all compatible with Nike+ running shoes. A receiver, which is part of the Nike + iPod Sports Kit, can be connected to the iPod nano, while the iPod touch and the iPhones have built-in receivers. When used in conjunction with the Nike+ shoes and attached to the body during a run, these compatible products can help track running data.
Nikeplus Website
Nikeplus.com stores running statistics and data. Customers using the iPod nano can upload their information by connecting their iPod to a computer, while information is sent to the website wirelessly from the iPod touch or iPhone. Nikeplus.com not only allows customers to track their running data but also allows them to challenge others to a virtual race. The competitors can upload actual running data to determine the winner.
Tags: iPod nano, iPod touch, running data, iPod Sports, iPod touch iPhone, Nike iPod