If it's not 10,000 steps then you need to walk more!
Most health experts recommend walking around 10,000 steps a day for general health. On average this means that 2,000 steps is around 1 mile and 10,000 equates to about 5 miles. 6,000 steps add up to about three miles, which is what the average adult walks during a typical day of working, doing chores or taking care of children.
Medical study uses the Yamax Digi-Walker as the gold standard
You can only ensure that you achieve 10,000 steps with an accurate measure, and there is no better than the Yamax Digi-Walker pedometer. Independent studies conclude the Yamax range is the most accurate and the Yamax Digi-Walker SW-200 pedometer (Digi-Classic) is the gold standard pedometer. People should not rely on cheap pedometers to monitor their physical activity levels, say researchers. >> more
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