Essays on Pedometer

1.0 Without putting the figures you cited into a spreadsheet, it is quick to appreciate the fact that the medical costs of obesity is clearly higher than the cost of implementing the research project. The net obesity cost (NOC)-to-project implementation cost (PIC) ratio of 10.2 [$1,429 / $140] is convincingly high. A patient’s annual savings from obesity cost can virtually finance this project implementation estimate. However, it is unclear to us if the cost of implementing the proposed exercise prescription protocol (EPP) or the actual implementation of EPP by the patient, using the necessary equipment and ...

Business Plan: Children’s Sport Watch

Executive Summary The ‘KidsGo’ will not face any major competition at initial level because there is no company offering exact product. However, Ibitz is currently selling pedometer that monitors steps taken by the kids. User friendly, customize solutions for different needs, and accessibility to information through website are major advantages KidsGo watches have over competitors’ products. However, it is important for the company to keep introducing new functions, apps and other benefits in order to maintain competitive edge because there are high chances of technology imitation. ‘KidsGo’ will initially invest in marketing communication activities and establishing technical ...

Introduction

Physical inactivity is a leading cause of disease and disability the world over (Gregg & Rowell, 2002). In order to reduce the risk of many diseases and chronic conditions, people need to increase physical activity levels. Diseases infest a body that is relatively dormant and inactive when it comes to physical activity (Wetzler & Cruess, 1985). This report summarizes the findings of an intervention to boost the levels of physical activity of a person. The initiative aims at increasing an individual's physical activity, the upper arms muscles and the chest. This initiative is justifiable for someone whose body is flabby, non-muscular, out ...