What is a pedometer?
A pedometer or stepometer is a device that calculates the distance you have walked or run. It senses your movements and counts your steps. Then, the pedometer converts your steps into distance by knowing the length of your stride. Using a pedometer is an effective way to motivate yourself into doing more walking. You can wear the device all day, every day or you can just wear it for your daily walk. Either way, you will be motivated to increase your walking, particularly if you set goals. Using a pedometer is relatively easy. The pedometer clips onto your waistband and monitors every step as you go about your daily activity. For the best results, set the pedometer stride length at 2.5 for men and 2.2 for women. This is a rough estimate and can be set if you want an average without measuring your own stride length. To get the most out of a pedometer, use the following three steps. First, find out where you are: Wear your pedometer and follow your daily routine. Then record the number of
