8 things you didn’t know about... THE EASIEST WAYS TO GET YOUR STEPS UP

Research suggests we’re relying more and more on data to improve how we look and feel. Recent statistics* reveal nearly a third of UK adults now own a wearable tracker, including an increasing number of women aged 50+ who regularly use them to monitor their health.

‘Fitness tracking devices are so appealing because they provide an in-depth look at your physical activity and the smart technology offers recommendations to improve your daily exercise routine,’ says Steven Virtue, fitness development manager at Total Fitness.

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