Using smartphones to increase physical activity: Usability testing of the 10,000 Steps iPhone application

Introduction: The delivery methods of health behaviour change interventions have evolved remarkably in recent years with evidence indicating that computers, the internet and mobile technologies are all viable means to increase physical activity. Mobile phones are becoming increasingly intelligent, e...

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Published in:Journal of science and medicine in sport 2010-12, Vol.13, p.e28-e28
Main Authors: Kirwan, M, Vandelanotte, C, Duncan, M, Mummery, K
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cellular telephones
Exercise
Health promotion
Internet access
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Smartphones
Sports Medicine
Usability testing
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Summary:Introduction: The delivery methods of health behaviour change interventions have evolved remarkably in recent years with evidence indicating that computers, the internet and mobile technologies are all viable means to increase physical activity. Mobile phones are becoming increasingly intelligent, evolving into smartphones (such as Apple's iPhone), essentially mini-computers that can...
ISSN:1440-2440
1878-1861
DOI:10.1016/j.jsams.2010.10.520