With over half of the current population
in America being overweight or obese, the realization that
few people maintain the level of fitness necessary for a full
and healthy life is readily apparent. In addition to immediate
health problems, obesity also acts as a precursor to a variety
of diseases including heart disease, diabetes, hypertension,
osteoporosis, depression, and anxiety. Aiming to reduce this
health risk to the individual, Innovative Care Management
created Steps for Life, a wellness program that encourages
the individual to take a proactive involvement in their health
and fitness through a fun and simple walking program.
When it comes to exercising, nothing is as simple and easy
as walking. There is no complex equipment, no gym membership,
nothing but a pair of shoes and a place to go. With Steps
for Life, we provide an uncomplicated, cost effective means
to monitor progress, encourage activity, and make the process
fun and exciting. By following the 10,000 Steps per Day program,
a system designed to meet the optimal range of physical activity
to maintain health and fitness, the individual has a tangible
goal in mind. The key component to meeting this goal is the
pedometer, a simple device worn at the waistline that senses
movement to record steps. Through the use of this device,
the individual is able to monitor their progress throughout
the day, effortlessly recording their physical activity as
they work, shop, or whatever else their day may include. You
can't manage what you can't measure, and with the pedometer,
the process becomes both fun and challenging.
What to Do
ICM offers this program to any group interested, regardless
of their participation in other ICM programs. If you or your
office is interested in more details, call and ask to speak
to our Sales Department.
