Walking is well known for its health benefits. Many studies show how it can improve fitness and wellbeing. Recent research found that walking 9,000 steps a day may reduce the risk of cancer. Other studies suggest that even 4,000 steps a day can boost overall health. Walking more is also linked to better mood, less stress, and improved sleep.
If you want to track how many steps you take each day, you don’t have to spend a lot on an advanced fitness watch—unless you want to. Many free apps on your phone can count your steps. There are also affordable smart trackers available.
This weekend, Aldi is bringing back its popular smart fitness tracker. This device tracks your steps using a pedometer. It also monitors your sleep and heart rate. The tracker costs £11.99 and has sold out before. It will be available as a Special Buy in Aldi stores from Sunday, 25 May. You can find it in the supermarket’s middle aisle.
The tracker is worn on your wrist. It has a colour screen that shows your key stats, like step count. You can also sync it with your smartphone to get message alerts.
Aldi Special Buys are limited in quantity. Once they sell out, they are gone. But don’t worry—there are many other ways to track your steps. Here are some options:
Other Ways to Count Your Steps
Use Apple’s Health App
If you have an iPhone or Apple device, the Health app is already installed. It counts your daily steps and tracks the distance you travel. There’s no need to download anything extra.
Try These Free Apps
Fitbit App: You don’t need a Fitbit device to use this app. It tracks your steps and walking workouts using GPS and your phone’s motion sensors.
MapMyWalk GPS: Available for iPhone, Android, and Windows, this app records your walking time, distance, pace, speed, elevation, and calories burned.
Google Fit: This app tracks your steps and distance. You can download it for free from the App Store.
Leap Fitness Step Counter: A simple app that tracks daily and weekly steps. It doesn’t need a login or GPS, so it uses very little battery.
Use a Pedometer
Pedometers come in many designs and offer various features beyond step counting. They are easy to use and provide a clear screen to read your step count at a glance. Available in different colours, they are a simple way to keep track.
Invest in a Wearable Fitness Tracker
If you want more features than just step counting, fitness trackers offer many benefits. Most devices track steps, exercise, and heart rate. Some let you send texts, take calls, or listen to music.
Wearable trackers come in many forms. Smartwatches are popular, with brands like Apple and Fitbit leading the market. If you prefer something smaller, smart rings offer health tracking in a discreet design.
For example, some Fitbit models have up to 10 days of battery life. They include 24/7 heart rate monitoring, automatic exercise tracking, and reminders to move. Smart rings, like the Oura Ring, work with their own apps to provide detailed daily health insights.
Apple’s latest smartwatch model features a larger screen, lighter frame, and faster charging. It offers advanced fitness and health functions for users seeking the latest technology.
