If you're new to the ab wheel, GO EASY to start! I can't stress that strongly enough.
Glad you found a great watch and my thread was the catalyst!
Here is the one I finally went with and have worn it for three days now:
Amazon.com: Seiko Men's SKA366 Stainless Steel Two-Tone Kinetic Dress Watch: Seiko: Clothing
Absolutely love it. Was worried about my wrist being too big. When the band locks, it is barely big enough. Not enough to add a link, but man, it's close.