Burning Calories: Step Equivalents of Bicycling

June 22, 2010

Many MyGraphite.com members use pedometers for measuring physical activity. For those of you who don't know, a pedometer is a small device that counts the number of steps you take each day. It clips to your belt or your clothing. With some models, you can carry them in a pocket or in your purse. We will write a separate post on these awesome little devices in the near future, but for now I want to address a question that has been asked by several members within the past couple weeks. The question is "how do you calculate the 'step equivalent' of various exercises other than walking?" Most of the inquiries have asked about the 'step equivalent' of biking. Here's the answer:

Posted by John in Active Living, Workout Log

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Getting Started Tips

November 10, 2009

Here is a collection of 'big picture' tips for getting started with Graphite. As with any big undertaking, it's important to get your mind right before diving in. These tips were suggested by our staff and beta site members. Keep an eye on this list for updates in the coming weeks.

Posted by John in Calorie Counting, Diet Journal, Workout Log, Weight Loss Goals

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Why Tracking Works

November 10, 2009

Here at Graphite, we have a firm belief in the power of Tracking. By Tracking, we mean the act of recording meals and exercise activity as way to manage your weight and fitness. Our enthusiasm for tracking is based on the personal experiences of our Graphite team members as well as the hundreds of users who test drove our beta application, iTrakOnline.com. The idea is a simple one. By recording what you eat, you are creating a level of awareness of your eating habits that is simply not possible unless you 'track' what you eat. It's really that simple. Studies have shown that people who track their meals lose up to twice as much weight as those who don't.