Efficacy of a computer-tailored web-based physical activity intervention using Fitbits for older adults: a randomised controlled trial protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Physical activity is an integral part of healthy ageing, yet the majority of older adults 65+ years are not sufficiently active. Web-based physical activity interventions hold much promise to reach older adults. Preliminary evidence suggests that web-based interventions with tailored advice and Fitbits may be well suited for older adults.

Methods and analysis

This study aims to test the effectiveness of 'Active for Life', a 12-week computer-tailored web-based physical activity intervention using Fitbits for older adults. We will recruit 300 participants who will be randomly assigned to one of three trial arms: (1) web-based physical activity intervention with tailored advice only, (2) web-based physical activity intervention with tailored advice and Fitbit or (3

SUBMITTER: Alley S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7008447 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature