Walking is the most common form of exercise. After using your pedometer for several days increase the number of steps you take by adding 500 each day for a week. Gradually increase and aim for 10,000 steps or approximately 5 miles daily. To increase your steps:

• Take the stairs instead of elevator.
• Park a few blocks from work and walk in.
• Park in the back of the parking lot.
• Return the cart to the store instead of using cart corals.
• Get up to change the channel.
• Walk around the house while you are over the phone.
• Go for a walk with your spouse, child, friend or dog.
• Start a walking or stroller group in your neighborhood.
• Walk around the sports field during kids’ activities.