Lose Weight Using a Pedometer

Posted on January 9, 2008
Filed Under Fitness |

My boss once told me, “Whatever you track, gets better.” He was right. Using a pedometer allows a quantifiable measure of steps per day.

According to Dr. Dena Bravata, a research scientist at Stanford University, individuals increase their total daily steps by 2,000 while using a pedometer. And of course, more exercise burns more calories. This can help you lose weight quick.

An analysis of 26 studies was conducted by the American Medical Association. Their conclusion was that a pedometer is a motivator in increasing physical activity, especially in sedentary individuals.

I have used several different pedometers. I would recommend the Walking Advantage Step, Distance and Calorie Pedometer. It accurately measures walking, hiking and jogging distances. It also keeps track of calories burned, which I found to be motivating. It can be purchased online for $17.95 (now discounted at Amazon). Of course, there are cheaper ones out there. You could also pick up a simple pedometer for about $10 at a local drug store.

Using a pedometer is fun. It’s like a game where you’re competing against yourself, which is my favorite competition. I would suggest for the first month, especially if you haven’t been active, to start slowly. To get your extra steps in, try parking your car at the far end of a parking lot or take the steps instead of the elevator. Any increase in physical activity will help burn more calories. Just remember, every bit helps, 10 minutes here, another 15 there adds up. Use your pedometer to track your progress. After one month, increase your physical activity. Pretty soon, you’ll be feeling better and it’ll give you the desire to lose weight week after week until you reach your weight loss goals. I strongly recommend you purchase either a simple pedometer or fancier Omron pedometer from Amazon.com to track your daily progress.

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5 Responses to “Lose Weight Using a Pedometer”

Johanna on January 20th, 2008 11:31 am

Pedometer…something I never tried but I will now. Thanks for caring and having the courage to write about your personal struggle. I enjoy reading your posts and look forward to the next one.
Robert on February 29th, 2008 8:11 am

Using pedometer we can loss more weight. Nowadays so many peodmeters available in the market but walking advantage step, distance and calorie is better. This peodmeter gives accurately measures walking, hiking and jogging distances.
Thanks for sharing about good pedometer
irosyidi on March 10th, 2008 8:25 pm

i will try this stuff, but i still need more review for this wonderful tool
Anna on March 24th, 2008 3:33 am

This is a good weight loss read…

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Exercising
Dieting
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Good luck to any one whose over weight and needs to lose weight. You will succeed!
Tyra on April 11th, 2009 8:53 am

I like your article. I think i’ll get a pedometer soon.