Shocked at how low my step count is!
healthybodyhealthylife
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This is not an understatement when I say I am going through some pretty major shock. I used my FitBit after quite a few months to see how many steps I get around the house and on a normal day, not counting exercise steps, I clock in at around 1,000 steps a day! Talk about sedentary
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Not bragging lol but that's probably the same amount of steps I'd do everyday
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healthybodyhealthylife wrote: »This is not an understatement when I say I am going through some pretty major shock. I used my FitBit after quite a few months to see how many steps I get around the house and on a normal day, not counting exercise steps, I clock in at around 1,000 steps a day! Talk about sedentary
Keep in mind it only counts steps by your arm movement. So if your holding anything (like a laundry basket, or a kid) and your arm isn't moving, it's not counting it as a step....0 -
Amanda4change wrote: »healthybodyhealthylife wrote: »This is not an understatement when I say I am going through some pretty major shock. I used my FitBit after quite a few months to see how many steps I get around the house and on a normal day, not counting exercise steps, I clock in at around 1,000 steps a day! Talk about sedentary
Keep in mind it only counts steps by your arm movement. So if your holding anything (like a laundry basket, or a kid) and your arm isn't moving, it's not counting it as a step....
I have the FitBit One which I attach to my bra
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Actually it depends on which fitbit she has. If she has the Zip or One models, they are clipped on your torso and are not effected by what your hands are doing.Amanda4change wrote: »healthybodyhealthylife wrote: »This is not an understatement when I say I am going through some pretty major shock. I used my FitBit after quite a few months to see how many steps I get around the house and on a normal day, not counting exercise steps, I clock in at around 1,000 steps a day! Talk about sedentary
Keep in mind it only counts steps by your arm movement. So if your holding anything (like a laundry basket, or a kid) and your arm isn't moving, it's not counting it as a step....
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healthybodyhealthylife wrote: »Amanda4change wrote: »healthybodyhealthylife wrote: »This is not an understatement when I say I am going through some pretty major shock. I used my FitBit after quite a few months to see how many steps I get around the house and on a normal day, not counting exercise steps, I clock in at around 1,000 steps a day! Talk about sedentary
Keep in mind it only counts steps by your arm movement. So if your holding anything (like a laundry basket, or a kid) and your arm isn't moving, it's not counting it as a step....
I have the FitBit One which I attach to my bra
Then I stand corrected, I have the flex. I couldn't figure out why my first day using it was 600 steps. It took me a bit to figure out that carrying everything was making it not count them.0 -
I put my pedometer on my waistband at the hip, could you try that with your fitbit and see if it makes a difference.0
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1000 arm movement wow ...0
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That is pretty low. I usually have around 1000 before I leave the house in the morning for work. But it's good that you know that, so now you can start setting yourself goals to increase it!0
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If you are looking for ways to be less sedentary, check out this website, inspired by a group of MFP friends!
http://www.quittingthesitting.com/0 -
I spend way toooo much time sitting down reading the MFP forums lol I blame that!
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christinev297 wrote: »I spend way toooo much time sitting down reading the MFP forums lol I blame that!
Haha no joke!
I got a Fitbit a few weeks ago as a freebie. I started wearing it out of curiosity -- I haven't linked it to MFP or anything -- and I seem to typically get around 5000 steps on relatively sedentary days, and 7500 on typical workdays just from my commute. If I go out for a walk at lunchtime I'll usually get to 10,000 or close.
For what it's worth -- and admittedly these numbers fluctuate all the time -- the Fitbit's calorie estimate has averaged about 10% higher than my actual observed TDEE over the same time period based on calories consumed and scale weight lost.0 -
Angierae75 wrote: »That is pretty low. I usually have around 1000 before I leave the house in the morning for work. But it's good that you know that, so now you can start setting yourself goals to increase it!
Wow, awesome! What are you doing in the mornings?0 -
themedalist wrote: »If you are looking for ways to be less sedentary, check out this website, inspired by a group of MFP friends!
http://www.quittingthesitting.com/
Thanks! Will check in the morning (its 3am in the UK right now lol)0 -
christinev297 wrote: »I spend way toooo much time sitting down reading the MFP forums lol I blame that!
LOL aint that the truth0 -
christinev297 wrote: »I spend way toooo much time sitting down reading the MFP forums lol I blame that!
So true. I actually made myself a make shift "standing desk" by standing behind my sofa, putting an upside kitchen chair on the front, and putting my computer over a thick poster board (hard to explain, lol) so I can dance around, and swing side to side to get more movement/ steps in while I'm working on the computer all day.0 -
christinev297 wrote: »I spend way toooo much time sitting down reading the MFP forums lol I blame that!
Haha no joke!
I got a Fitbit a few weeks ago as a freebie. I started wearing it out of curiosity -- I haven't linked it to MFP or anything -- and I seem to typically get around 5000 steps on relatively sedentary days, and 7500 on typical workdays just from my commute. If I go out for a walk at lunchtime I'll usually get to 10,000 or close.
For what it's worth -- and admittedly these numbers fluctuate all the time -- the Fitbit's calorie estimate has averaged about 10% higher than my actual observed TDEE over the same time period based on calories consumed and scale weight lost.
Thats awesome! I work and study from home soooo that doesn't help much at all.0 -
I found ways to up my steps in all sorts of ways. I now walk to work from where I park, which is about a mile each way. I pace when I'm waiting for my coffee to brew, I pace when waiting for the train, I pace while brushing my teeth, I go for a walk at lunch time, I park as far as I can from the grocery store and I get a cart from the opposite side of the store.0
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Judging from your pic, 1000 steps should be just fine, I have the HR, love that thing, allows me to eat 3000 or more calories a day.0
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Best way to get more steps? Sell your car.
If you have any possibility whatsoever of getting around other ways -- public transit, cycling, walking, heck, by horse and buggy if that's your thing, then I say do it.
I realize that's not an option for everyone. But if you're lucky enough to be able to make it work, it's amazing how much more active you'll be.0 -
christinev297 wrote: »I spend way toooo much time sitting down reading the MFP forums lol I blame that!
So true. I actually made myself a make shift "standing desk" by standing behind my sofa, putting an upside kitchen chair on the front, and putting my computer over a thick poster board (hard to explain, lol) so I can dance around, and swing side to side to get more movement/ steps in while I'm working on the computer all day.
Awesome idea!0 -
healthybodyhealthylife wrote: »christinev297 wrote: »I spend way toooo much time sitting down reading the MFP forums lol I blame that!
Haha no joke!
I got a Fitbit a few weeks ago as a freebie. I started wearing it out of curiosity -- I haven't linked it to MFP or anything -- and I seem to typically get around 5000 steps on relatively sedentary days, and 7500 on typical workdays just from my commute. If I go out for a walk at lunchtime I'll usually get to 10,000 or close.
For what it's worth -- and admittedly these numbers fluctuate all the time -- the Fitbit's calorie estimate has averaged about 10% higher than my actual observed TDEE over the same time period based on calories consumed and scale weight lost.
Thats awesome! I work and study from home soooo that doesn't help much at all.
Does your studying include memorization? I spent a TON of time during undergrad doing laps around my living room, talking out flashcards and making up mnemonics. Now that my work is mostly writing, I have a Bluetooth headset/microphone and voice recognition software for dictation, so I can do the same thing when I'm at home. (Less possible in my "office," which is approximately the size of a linen closet.)0 -
Go for walks, run, jog, shopping0
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I usually have 4 to 5k by the time I leave work at 2pm. I usually finish in the 8 to 10 K range.0
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christinev297 wrote: »I spend way toooo much time sitting down reading the MFP forums lol I blame that!
So true. I actually made myself a make shift "standing desk" by standing behind my sofa, putting an upside kitchen chair on the front, and putting my computer over a thick poster board (hard to explain, lol) so I can dance around, and swing side to side to get more movement/ steps in while I'm working on the computer all day.
That is a great idea, although I can't quite picture it the way you've described it, its given me a few ideas I will try out 0 -
cheshirecatastrophe wrote: »healthybodyhealthylife wrote: »christinev297 wrote: »I spend way toooo much time sitting down reading the MFP forums lol I blame that!
Haha no joke!
I got a Fitbit a few weeks ago as a freebie. I started wearing it out of curiosity -- I haven't linked it to MFP or anything -- and I seem to typically get around 5000 steps on relatively sedentary days, and 7500 on typical workdays just from my commute. If I go out for a walk at lunchtime I'll usually get to 10,000 or close.
For what it's worth -- and admittedly these numbers fluctuate all the time -- the Fitbit's calorie estimate has averaged about 10% higher than my actual observed TDEE over the same time period based on calories consumed and scale weight lost.
Thats awesome! I work and study from home soooo that doesn't help much at all.
Does your studying include memorization? I spent a TON of time during undergrad doing laps around my living room, talking out flashcards and making up mnemonics. Now that my work is mostly writing, I have a Bluetooth headset/microphone and voice recognition software for dictation, so I can do the same thing when I'm at home. (Less possible in my "office," which is approximately the size of a linen closet.)
Its mainly essay writing, but closer to the summer during exam time it will involve memorisation. Thanks 0 -
Best way to get more steps? Sell your car.
If you have any possibility whatsoever of getting around other ways -- public transit, cycling, walking, heck, by horse and buggy if that's your thing, then I say do it.
I realize that's not an option for everyone. But if you're lucky enough to be able to make it work, it's amazing how much more active you'll be.
I dont actually have a car! Having a car in London is mighty expensive and theres public transport EVERYWHERE here. I do try to avoid taking the bus wherever I can though, saves me money and gets me to move a bit more0 -
I'm a overachiever. I get 20k steps 4-5 days a week. By the time I take my kids to practice I have about 5 miles because I run 3-5 miles 3-4 days a week, and walk 2-3 miles on opposite days, then while my kids are out there soccer-ing, I'm walking to kill time. Two times around the complex is 1 mile. So by the time they're done I have 9 miles and between 20-23,000 steps. Lol I love my fitbit.0
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This made me laugh. My count is very low on an average day too, unless I get out and go for a walk. I have twins, 26 months old. I do keep busy as a Stay at Home Mum eg, right now they are napping so I am resting.
But I have a tiny house! So moving from room to room to get things done is only a dozen or so steps. Many chores are done just standing on the spot, and stepping here and there.
PLUS I walk softly, thanks to creaky floorboards so there are some steps that don't even get noticed at times (I tested it, ninja style)
I have a Fitbit One, on my bra. It is dialed up to the 'sensitive' setting. So it's really only a rough guide for me, as I don't usually eat back my exercise calories unless I really feel I need to.0 -
That was the starting point for a blog I wrote for Psych Today about why data is a good thing.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/thinking-about-kids/201006/the-science-intervention-when-trying-help-hurts-kids
It is easy for me to only walk 1000 steps by 5:00 on Saturday. Most people only walk 3500. To walk 10,000 I have to work at it. That's why I love my pedometer.
I have a standing desk and a Pilates ball at my sitting desk, btw. Both contribute to fitness.0 -
This made me laugh. My count is very low on an average day too, unless I get out and go for a walk. I have twins, 26 months old. I do keep busy as a Stay at Home Mum eg, right now they are napping so I am resting.
But I have a tiny house! So moving from room to room to get things done is only a dozen or so steps. Many chores are done just standing on the spot, and stepping here and there.
PLUS I walk softly, thanks to creaky floorboards so there are some steps that don't even get noticed at times (I tested it, ninja style)
I have a Fitbit One, on my bra. It is dialed up to the 'sensitive' setting. So it's really only a rough guide for me, as I don't usually eat back my exercise calories unless I really feel I need to.
My flat is super tiny too. About 15 steps from one side of the house to the other0
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