Throughout my week the days that naturally lend themselves to my minimum 10,000 steps daily target are few. Occasionally there are periods when each day is full of physical movement and these are a godsend for weight loss. Pedometer steps seem to do themselves, and let’s face it, because I know that trusty pedometer is there I accept its input and use it to boost my daily step totals. (I remember the days when this would not have been the case!)
Beyond the people who need to know, my pedometer steps activity is not a topic of discussion for me. Why? I find that I can do it effectively without making a point of telling everyone I meet. This means I am seen as a normal person doing normal things-which is how I like it! Everyone has a different lifestyle and likes and commitments which require some choices around lifestyle.
A pedometer is a silent but prefect partner who gives a nudge to say ‘hey you could do some more’ or ‘congrats you’ve had a big day’!
The majority of my days are filled with desk work and I add specific activities such as a walk or gym class to get the number of pedometer steps I need to average 10,000 per day over a week.
I love those busy days of “running around” which contribute more than that days’ fair share of my weekly target.
Pedometer steps counting doesn’t have to be something that others are aware I am doing and so doesn’t have to intrude into my relationships with other people unless it is someone I feel comfortable about it doing so. It seems that some people can be intimidated (they think ‘fitness freak’) or bored (they think ‘no way could this be fun’) in advance of knowing anything about it.
So an activity which requires lots of walking, interesting food and drink with plenty of options for the weight conscious can be my perfect day for doing pedometer steps.
