Pedometer: A small gadget that counts steps and clips to your belt - may also motivate you to move more.
Wear a pedometer at work or when you run errands, move the lawn, or do household chores. You'll easily be able to keep track of how many steps you've taken during a day.
Between 10,000 and 12,500 steps per day is roughly equivalent t o60 minutes of brisk activity. Sedentary people usually take less that 5,000 steps per day
If you decide to use pedometer, wear it for a day to two to see how many steps you normally take. Gradually increase your number by adding 5-00 steps per day one week at a time. People with chronic health conditions and seniors should talk to their doctor about step-count goals.
QUICK FACTS:
10,000 steps is approximately five mile. Walking this distance can be expected to burn 400-500 calories.
A no frills pedometer runs about $10. More expensive models can also monitor pulse, heart rate, calories burned, time and distance traveled.
Pedometer are more accurate when you're walking at a purposeful, even pace.
Walking is the number one activity in the U.S.
Sources: American Council on Fitness and Nutrition: National Weight Loss Registry.
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