Strive to walk 100 steps per minute, new research advises
Did they say “3,000 steps per a 30 minute walking session?
What? It sounds robotic, exhausting! How will I be able to chat with my friend, Lisa, if I’m going that fast?
However, put into context, it works out to 100 steps per minute which sounds doable, I think. In an article today, Reuters reports on new research cited in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine that says people who walk for exercise should work toward a pace of 100 steps per minute to achieve the necessary intensity for physical fitness.
I was thrilled to read that exercise works in “bouts” so this regimen is also effective if you split it up into shorter sessions during the same day. Naturally, buying a pedometer is recommended.
Think I’ll try this advice later this week – WATCH OUT!
Best to you, Catherine L, Editor, PCOS Support Blog
Please read the Reuters article in full:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29737029/
This is great info to know.
Hi Maree
We’re so pleased that you like that article on walking! Have you tried it yet? If so, let us know how it’s going. And, tell us how you fit the walk into your schedule.
I’m trying to hunt down my pedometer so I can start walking properly for exercise.
By the way, did you know that standing up every day burns calories, too?
Thanks for writing in and keep us posted on your progress.
Best wishes,
Catherine L, Editor – PCOS Support Blog
Sorry, the math nerd in me has to speak up. The article says 3,000 steps per 30 minutes, not 30,000. (30,000 would be 1,000 steps a minute! Phew!)
Dear CW,
There goes my dyslexia again! I thought that sounded excessive…….
Thanks for bringing out your “math nerd.” We will correct the information immediately.
Best regards, Catherine L, Editor, PCOS support blog