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Getting in shape has never felt so good! Below are several easy, motivating tips to help make your StepClub challenge fun, exciting - and most of all - healthy!
The iStep pedometer is a motivating tool to get you moving throughout the day. Included in your FitKit, the iStep pedometer tracks three key features to help you monitor your daily activity – steps, distance and calories.
Here are some helpful hints to get the most out of your iStep pedometer:
- Attach the pedometer to your belt or waistline of your pant/skirt for the most accurate results. Ensure that the pedometer is in an upright position for proper counting.
- Set the counter to zero and walk in a straight line for 20 steps. Check the display screen to ensure that it is accurately counting your movement.
- Ensure that the pedometer is tracking your steps effectively by setting the pedometer’s sensitivity mode to ‘moderate’.
- Do not shake your pedometer as this will alter the step count.
- The battery will need to be changed once you notice the digital display fading.
- Use physical activity as an alternative mode of transportation. Walk, run, cycle, rollerblade or skateboard your way to your next destination.
- Conserve energy and be healthy at the same time – take the stairs instead of the elevator.
- Walk your dog around the block instead of just letting it out the back door.
- Take active coffee breaks, lunch hours and recesses.
- Offer information sessions – share healthy tips and exchange your favourite exercises.
- Organize a walking tour – the City of Toronto is filled with beautiful parks and scenic trails.
- Recruit your family, friends, colleagues or classmates to join a walking club – map out different distances and walking routes throughout your challenge.
- Don’t stop walking! Once you are finished your 6-week iStep Challenge maintain your new healthy lifestyle by creating a weekly stride schedule that you will stick to.
Easily convert your daily step distance into miles or kilometers. How far have you walked today?
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