More Steps Good Goal -5-10K A day using a pedometer. We will be having a step challenge in a few months. Read the benefits of pedometer training below.

Good Goal -5-10K A day using a pedometer.

We will be having a step challenge in a few months. Read the benefits of pedometer training below.

Pedometers-A great way to judge activity or use Apps on your smartphone

Click on links-The results of two recent independent meta-analyses focused on pedometer-based programs conclude that they work; that is, they are effective. Specifically, physical activity increases while blood pressure and weight decrease as a result of participating in a pedometer-based intervention.

10,000 STEPS A DAY

How many steps do you walk each day?-click link for more details.

Maybe you have heard the recent guidelines about walking 10,000 steps per day. How far is 10,000 steps anyway? The average person's stride length is approximately 2.5 feet long. That means it takes just over 2,000 steps to walk one mile, and 10,000 steps is close to 5 miles.

Pedometers

Click on links Check out the Fit Bit around $50-100.

or Nike FuelBand

Fitbit-click on for more info
Features/Benefits:
Tracks steps, distance, calories burned, and sleep quality using a MEMS 3-axis accelerometer for the most accurate data; measures stairs climbed using an altimeter
Tracks how long you sleep, how well you sleep, and how many times you wake up
Silicone clip keeps it secure anywhere: pocket, belt, or bra; wristband lets you wear it in your sleep
Fitbit free mobile app and free online dashboard let you see your stats as graphs or charts so you know exactly how close you are to reaching your personalized weekly fitness goals ~ Fitbit helps keep you motivated by awarding badges when you achieve a goal ~ Connect with friends and family on Fitbit.com so you can see each other’s progress