Tag: pedometer
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Should I get 10,000 steps per day?
Science-based, health promotion or marketing ploy? If you have some sort of exercise watch or gadget, most likely you’ve heard of the goal to get 10 000 steps each day. Even if you don’t, you probably know someone who talks about their daily step goal. They’re walking every chance they get, while watching TV (like […]
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How much exercise do I need?
“If there is any deficiency in food or exercise, the body will fall sick.” Hippocrates Circa 450 BC The human body is made to move. Whether through exercise or general physical activity, our bodies need movement to stay healthy. Anyone who’s had an arm or leg in a cast can tell you how it results […]
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Being Active While Living an Active Life Part 5: How should I monitor my exercise?
“…eating alone will not keep a man well; he must also take exercise.” Hippocrates Circa 450 BC So you’ve been exercising regularly and now you want to know how you’re doing. Are you walking longer than before? Have your swimming times improved? How fast did you go on your most recent bike ride? What was […]