A while back, I wanted to start to exercise. I knew that I wouldn't be able to get to the gym religiously or do some strenuous aerobics. So, I said to myself, what will I be able to commit to, and stay committed to? Walking. That was going to be my key. I really enjoy walking, and I know that I can force myself to do it and enjoy the results. But, how much should I walk and how fast? Research has shown that a brisk 20 minute walk everyday will do the trick. And then I found a great little toy. The Digi--Walker. Someone did some research and concluded that rather than saying you should walk for 20 minutes a day, you should walk for 5000 steps a day. 5000 steps means that you've fulfilled your exercise for the day - and some of this time is just when you are running after the kids, picking up the laundry and cooking dinner. I found this idea quite exciting. It comes as a little digital piece that you can hold in the palm of your hand. You clip it onto your pants or skirt, set it to your stride, and walk away. And throughout the day I found myself challenging myself to get to the next hurdle - 3000 steps, 3500 steps - come on you can do it - get to 4000 steps! It's a great little piece to create incentives. And, it makes you feel great when you collapse at night and see that you've walked 9000 steps!
To see more about the Digi-walker Pedometer go to www.digiwalker.com or call 816-353-1852.
Enjoy a walk today!
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