Life Time Fitness, a large fitness chain based in the Twin Cities, is
restricting the use of Apple's new video-camera iPod Nano their use for
privacy reasons.
“In keeping with Life Time’s policy that restricts the use of recording
devices in the locker rooms, the new Nano will be included in that
category because of the potential for compromising photos or video
footage,” said Kent Wipf, public relations manager for Life Time, in a
statement. “The new Nano's use for music listening is acceptable in the
workout area but shooting videos with it while exercising is prohibited.”
Life Time staff members will monitor Nano use in workout areas, as they
do with other devices that could compromise privacy. They also will ask
members to report any violations.
YMCAs, such as those in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, area, also are
considering restricting iPod Nano use since they are video-capable
devices, reports The Pioneer Press in Minneapolis. However, the
national YMCA office has no overall policy restricting their use.
The Nano includes a pedometer, and also a personal training assistant
through an alliance with Nike. With Nike+ running shoes and a Nike+
iPod Sport Kit or Sensor, users can also get real-time feedback on your
time, distance, pace and calories burned. The new Nano is also expected
to contain a heart monitor.
