If there were a pill you could take that could help you lose weight, get in better shape, and live a longer, healthier life, wouldn’t you want to know about it?
The good news is, there is such a pill, and it doesn’t require a prescription, nor is it available over the counter. It’s a simple step counter, or pedometer, and it has powers you would not believe to improve your health and wellness, lose weight, and live longer.
What’s a pedometer? It’s a simple electronic device you wear on your waistband that counts steps. Technically, a pedometer calculates distance, as opposed to a step counter, which only counts steps. The pedometer still counts steps, and uses a user- input stride length to calculate the distance. Other pedometers show calories burned, elapsed exercise time, steps per minute, and on and on. All you really need is something that accurately counts steps. Other features can be nice, but many are not necessary.
Why is it important to count steps? It’s a primary indication of the activity you are engaged in during the day. Studies have shown that you don’t need to dedicate a specific time to exercise,...