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Extra Activities
10,000 Steps not only encourages you to walk more, but also to participate in other activities that you enjoy and that fit in with your daily lifestyle.
As the pedometer will not accurately record steps when you are participating in some activities, use the information below to assist you in converting your minutes of physical activity into steps.
When you are getting a little bored or feel you need a change, look to try something new or go back to an activity that you have previously enjoyed!
Recording Other Activities in Steps
10 minutes of moderate intensity activity = 1,000 steps
Moderate Intensity Activity causes a slight, but noticeable increase in breathing and heart rate. You should be able to maintain a conversation.
10 minutes of high intensity activity = 2,000 steps
High Intensity (or Vigorous) Activity makes you “huff and puff” and is where talking full sentences between breaths is difficult.
