Regular exercise can help you manage symptoms of chronic disease and help you feel better. If you have a chronic disease - such as heart disease, diabetes, asthma, or back or joint pain, exercise can have important health benefits. Our expert discusses ACSM's Exercise Management for Persons With Chronic Diseases and Disabilities, and how it can help you to live with a chronic condition. Regular exercise can help you manage symptoms and improve your health. A pedometer senses your body motion and counts your footsteps. This count is converted into distance by knowing the length of your usual stride. Wearing a pedometer and recording your daily steps and distance is a great motivating tool