How Accurate Are Those Wearable Fitness Trackers?

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So many depend on wearable fitness trackers to count every step and calorie, but how do you know if they’re correct? NBC News’ national investigative correspondent Jeff Rossen uncovers their accuracyJuly 14, 2016

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