Wednesday, November 21, 2007

Research News: Use of pedometer associated with increased physical activity, decreased blood pressure and weight

The News:
Use of pedometer associated with increased physical activity, decreased blood pressure and weight.
Biology News Net, November 21, 2007. A review of previous studies indicates that use of a pedometer, especially with a daily step goal, is associated with significant increases in physical activity (additional walking of about a mile a day) and decreases in body mass index and blood pressure.

The Research:
Read the research behind this story in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

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