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Health Tip: Using a Fitness Tracker

Making the most of your device

     

By Diana Kohnle

Thursday, December 1, 2016

(HealthDay News) -- A fitness tracker can help you realize how much exercise you're really getting and push you to move more.

Here's how to get the most from a fitness tracker, courtesy of Johns Hopkins University Medicine:

• Wear your tracker every day.
• Create a realistic goal. While a common milestone is 10,000 steps per day, talk to your doctor about what's healthy and realistic for you.
• Choose fun activities that you will enjoy doing long-term.
• Encourage friends and family members to wear a tracker, too.
• Check your stats each day, and discuss them with your doctor.

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