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Walking Pedometer
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A walking pedometer can be a useful tool in reaching your healthier lifestyle goals. You must learn how to utilize your walking pedometer correctly for it to be effective, though. All the research suggests that a pedometer can supply a valid measure of your steps and physical activity, but there is a margin of error. Follow these simple steps and your walking pedometer will measure your activity more accurately:
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Make sure the placement of the walking pedometer is correct.
- The pedometer should be attached firmly to your waistband or belt.
- The pedometer should be situated about six inches to the left or right of your belly button. If too uncomfortable there, place it to the side directly under the armpit.
- The pedometer should be parallel to the ground, not tilted in any way.
- The pedometer should never be placed in a pocket, as the results will not be valid.
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Keep a record of your pedometer readings.
- Make a journal and keep track of your pedometer readings each time you use it. If you accidentally turn the pedometer off or reset it, you will still know approximate how many steps you have taken that day.
- If you wear your pedometer all day, record the number of steps when you take it off at bedtime.
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Frequently test your pedometer.
- Manually count your steps and compare it to the readout on your pedometer.
- Count 100 steps several times, placing the pedometer at different locations on your waistband or belt. When comparing, find where it was most accurate.
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Handle your pedometer with care!
- A pedometer that is damaged will not record physical activity accurately.
- A pedometer is fragile!
If you use your pedometer correctly, it can help you determine how much additional physical activity you need to add to your daily routine.
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