Definition of pedometer
: an instrument usually in watch form that records the distance a person covers on foot by responding to the body motion at each step
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A fun way to track physical activity is using a pedometer to measure steps taken per day.
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The former is used to treat illness (like a continuous glucose monitor for diabetics), the latter to promote health (a pedometer to track 10,000 steps)—effectively two sides of the same idea.
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Participants receive a pedometer and a cellular scale that transmits their weight readings to their Omada profile, and are visible to the coach.
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Pedometers proved that the daily distance was best counted in miles; some nurses averaged 8-10 per shift.
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A fifth semi-finalist has created a wearable device, VersaMe, that functions like a word pedometer, counting the number of words a child hears.
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The bags also contained a pedometer to encourage exercise and chewing gum.
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One year later, those in the pedometer group were taking an average of about 600 more steps per day, and had about 40 more minutes of activity a week.
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The first group received four physical activity consultations from primary care nurses over three months; a pedometer; and a physical activity diary.
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Origin and Etymology of pedometer
French pédomètre, from Latin ped-, pes foot + French -mètre -meter — more at foot
PEDOMETER Defined for English Language Learners
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: a device that measures the distance a person travels by walking
PEDOMETER Defined for Kids
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: an instrument that measures the distance a person covers in walking
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