Walking Monitors
Track every step.
Phone built-in
iPhone Health, Google Fit. FREE. Tracks when phone in pocket.
Fitbit Inspire 3
$100. Light. Pedometer + heart rate. 10-day battery.
Cheap pedometer
3DFitBud $20. No phone needed. Clip on belt.
Step goal
6,000-8,000 daily for seniors. Studies show benefits at lower than 10,000.
10,000 myth
Came from Japanese marketing in 1960s. Not magic. 6,000 is plenty for benefits.
Track speed
Faster walking = more benefit. 100 steps/min is brisk.
Quick Tip: Walk after meals. 15 min walks 3x daily = lower blood sugar.