How do I get my Versa 2 to track all of my steps when pushing a stroller or shopping cart?

[AllieSlayton]

I have a toddler, and we go for walks in the evening. Naturally, she can't walk the full distance so I push her in the stroller. I have noticed that the tracker doesn't track all of my steps. I know this because my count was different when I walked prior to having to push the stroller. I also noticed it doesn't catch all your steps when you push a shopping cart through the store (grocery) because your arms aren't always swinging or whatnot. Is there a specific activity I should be choosing or something I need to do differently? Tips, tricks, or thoughts?

[JohnnyRow]

That's a common issue, also with holding hand rail on treadmill.  Unfortunately Fitbit cannot detect steps with wrist held steady.

3 options:

1) Continue as is, knowing you are getting heart rate-base data including calorie burn and Zone Minutes.

2) Put tracker in a pocket to probably get better step count but lose heart rate data.

3) Some have bought third-party strap extender (Amazon) and wear just above ankle.  That should give good step count, and some say they can also get heart rate data if placed just right.

[AllieSlayton]

I'll check out the third-party extender. Thank you for the feedback!

[emili]

@AllieSlayton or you can look silly like I do in the grocery store pushing or pulling the cart with one hand. I also see moms walking with one arm stroller pushing which I have to think is a very intense workout. 🙂 Whatever you choose, just remember you are doing good things for yourself even though the "credit" isn't showing.