Efficacy of a Mobile Social Networking Intervention in Promoting Physical Activity: Quasi-Experimental Study.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Technological interventions such as mobile apps, Web-based social networks, and wearable trackers have the potential to influence physical activity; yet, only a few studies have examined the efficacy of an intervention bundle combining these different technologies. OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to pilot test an intervention composed of a social networking mobile app, connected with a wearable tracker, and investigate its efficacy in improving physical activity, as well as explore participant engagement and the usability of the app. METHODS:This was a pre-post quasi-experimental study with 1 arm, where participants were subjected to the intervention for a 6-month period. The primary outcome measure was the difference in daily step count between baseline and 6 months. Secondary outco

SUBMITTER: Tong HL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6458538 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature