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
This program typically has an on-site contact at your place
of employment, so check with your Human Resources Department
to see if this program is included as a part of your benefit
plan. If it isn't yet, and you are interested, let your Human
Resources Department know.
