To live a healthy life, you should take 10,000 steps a day. Dr. Yoshiro Hatano came to this conclusion in the 1960s. He also concluded that people take only about 6,000 steps on average per day. Those extra 4,000 steps equal about half an hour of brisk walking. His conclusion was also that taking 10,000 steps would burn about 20% of the daily calorie intake. It therefore supports the process of losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight. This Japanese researcher also developed the first pedometer to raise awareness and encourage people to be more active.
Various studies have shown that taking 10,000 steps at a moderate intensity is more effective for burning fat than fitness training.
Walking is one of the easiest and safest forms of physical activity, with a lower risk of injury compared to other sports. With a pedometer, you can easily track how much you walk each day.
Curious about how many steps you take in a day?
Install an app on your smartphone that tracks your daily steps. Be sure to keep your phone on you all day — if you leave it on a table, you’ll get a distorted picture.
There are many options for buying a pedometer. The Dutch Consumers’ Association website features a review comparing the quality and prices of various pedometers. It shows that ease of use and accuracy vary greatly between brands and price ranges.
If you want to invest a bit more in your health, consider getting an activity tracker. Unlike most pedometers, these offer multiple features such as heart rate monitoring and sleep tracking. You can also set goals and receive reminders throughout the day. The tracker, worn as a wristband, syncs with your phone. It’s a trendy gadget that supports a healthy lifestyle.
More info at this link:
https://www.consumentenbond.nl/activity-tracker