The key to using a pedometer to meet the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans is to _________.
A. First set a time goal and then calculate how rigorous the steps need to be each day to reach your goal
B. First calculate how many steps are needed weekly and then match it to a timed goal
C. First set a time goal and then calculate how many steps are needed each day to reach that goal
D. First calculate how many steps are needed each day to reach your goals
1st answer i got was B and it was wrong
http://www.health.gov/paguidelines/guidelines/chapter8.aspx
Oops, that A was supposed to be D
The key to using a pedometer to meet the Guidelines is to first set a time goal (minutes of walking a day) and then calculate how many steps are needed each day . it is c , trust me !
it isn't c I try that its wrong
To determine the key to using a pedometer to meet the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, we need to understand the purpose of a pedometer. A pedometer is a device that counts the number of steps you take throughout the day. It is commonly used as a tool to track physical activity and encourage individuals to reach their activity goals.
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week, along with muscle-strengthening activities on two or more days a week.
The correct answer to the question is option C: First, set a time goal and then calculate how many steps are needed each day to reach that goal. This means you should first determine the amount of time you aim to be physically active, whether it is 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week. Once you have set your time goal, you can then calculate the number of steps needed each day to reach that goal.
For example, if your time goal is 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, you can divide that by the number of days you plan to be active. Let's say you plan to be active for 5 days a week. That would mean you need to aim for 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each day. To determine the number of steps needed, you can use a conversion factor provided by the manufacturer of your pedometer or use an average conversion value like 2,000 steps per 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity. In this case, you would aim for approximately 2,000 steps per day to meet your time goal.
It's important to note that while a pedometer can be a useful tool to track your steps and help you reach your activity goals, it's also essential to vary your physical activities and aim for a mix of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, vigorous-intensity aerobic activity, and muscle-strengthening activities as recommended by the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.