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A pedometer is a machine that clips onto a belt or trouser line. It measures the approximate distance someone has travelled by counting the number of steps that person has taken. It can also count how many calories have been burnt.
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Why do people use pedometers?
People use Pedometers to calculate how many steps taken and distance walked or run.. Generally used for losing weight and keeping fit.
Do some pedometers can help in calorie burn measures?
yes
How do pedometers work?
Pedometers work by counting the specific vibrations of feet hitting the ground and hip movements. This is why other vibrations, such as simply shaking the pedometer, will not register as steps taken or distance traveled.
How do pedometers count steps?
Pedometers contain motion sensors to help count steps. For each step that is taken, the pedometer shakes a tiny bit with the movement of the walker's body. This movement is registered as a step.
What are pedometers made from?
The way that pedo-meters are made is a secret to pedos worldwide. Plum
How do you properly wear a pedometer without it giving false readings?
Most pedometers attach to a belt loop or clip to your waste band, this gives an accurate measure of your steps. Some pedometers attach to your shoe laces, this can introduce some error into the readings.
What is the average price of pedometers?
For a fairly standard pedometer you tend to pay between $20 & $30 USD.
How do you know how far you have walked?
Pedometers and step counters can be purchased quite cheaply from sports shops and pharmacies.
Do pedometers record each step a person takes?
Yes, and they are a great way to get in the recommended 10,000 steps per day!
Is there any pedometers that measure distance while on a treadmill?
Yes, there are. Horizon Fitness sells pedometers that will measure the distance travelled while running on a treadmill. A pedometer measures stride, assuming a certain stride equals a standard amount of distance walked. If you slowly shake a pedometer up and down you will fool it into thinking you've walked so many steps. So, yes a pedometer will work on a treadmill.
How the use of pedometers benefited people at high risk for type 2 diabetes?
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How pedometers work?
Actually you have to input the size of one of your step. Everytime a pedometer shakes it records a step. The more your waist shakes (which occurs when your walking) you will gain distance!
