Is 10,000 steps a day the answer for you?

Welcome to Live Actives’ weekly article analysis

Today we bring you an article on wearable step counters, like the FitBit or Apple Watch
According to the latest research, in 2015 the dollar and unit sales of activity trackers grew by 110% and 85% respectively

The good news about the increase in sales of wearable technology, is that Australians are beginning to think about how much they move throughout the day and the positive effect this movement can have on their health.

Unfortunately 10000 steps may not be the answer for every Australian.
The 2007-08 Australian Health survey indicated that one-third of the population (that’s 35% or 7 million people) reported having at least one chronic condition (e.g. asthma, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease or arthritis).

Its important to ask yourself the following questions before beginning a new exercise program

Seven Key Questions to Answer Before Increasing Your Exercise:

• Have you ever been told you that you have a heart condition or have you ever suffered a stroke?
• Do you ever experience unexplained pains in your chest at rest or during physical activity/exercise?
• Do you ever feel faint or have spells of dizziness during physical activity/exercise that causes you to lose balance?
• Have you had an asthma attack requiring immediate medical attention at any time over the last 12 months?
• If you have diabetes (type I or type II) have you had trouble controlling your blood glucose in the last three months?
• Do you have any diagnosed muscle, bone or joint problems that you have been told could be made worse by participating in physical activity/exercise?
• Do you have any other medical condition(s) that may make it dangerous for you to participate in physical activity/exercise?

For more information on what type of wearable tracking device is right for you, Call us today on 02 8073 3337 to Live Active safely.