Motivated to Move: A Study to Determine the Feasibility of Self-Monitoring Physical Activity in Youth

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Self Monitoring

scholarly journals The Acceptability, Feasibility and Effectiveness of Wearable Activity Trackers for Increasing Physical Activity in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (12) ◽  
pp. 6211
Author(s):  
Amy V. Creaser ◽  
Stacy A. Clemes ◽  
Silvia Costa ◽  
Jennifer Hall ◽  
Nicola D. Ridgers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Children And Adolescents ◽  
Behaviour Change Techniques ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Self Monitoring ◽  
Start Date ◽  
Activity Trackers ◽  
Wearable Activity Trackers

Wearable activity trackers (wearables) embed numerous behaviour change techniques (BCTs) that have previously been shown to increase adult physical activity (PA). With few children and adolescents achieving PA guidelines, it is crucial to explore ways to increase their PA. This systematic review examined the acceptability, feasibility, and effectiveness of wearables and their potential mechanisms of action for increasing PA in 5 to 19-year-olds. A systematic search of six databases was conducted, including data from the start date of each database to December 2019 (PROSPERO registration: CRD42020164506). Thirty-three studies were included. Most studies (70%) included only adolescents (10 to 19 years). There was some—but largely mixed—evidence that wearables increase steps and moderate-to-vigorous-intensity PA and reduce sedentary behaviour. There were no apparent differences in effectiveness based on the number of BCTs used and between studies using a wearable alone or as part of a multi-component intervention. Qualitative findings suggested wearables increased motivation to be physically active via self-monitoring, goal setting, feedback, and competition. However, children and adolescents reported technical difficulties and a novelty effect when using wearables, which may impact wearables’ long-term use. More rigorous and long-term studies investigating the acceptability, feasibility, and effectiveness of wearables in 5 to 19-year-olds are warranted.

The Effect of Interactive Pedometer with New Algorithm on 10,000 Step Goal Attainments

2007 ◽  
Vol 345-346 ◽  
pp. 873-876
Author(s):  
Jin Oh Lee ◽  
Min Soo Kang ◽  
Jeong Hun Shin ◽  
Kil Sung Lee
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Objective Assessment ◽  
The Self ◽  
Self Monitoring ◽  
Systematic Monitoring ◽  
Physical Activity Interventions ◽  
Minimal Contact ◽  
Feedback Algorithm ◽  
Overall Health Status

The pedometer, an objective assessment of measuring step counts, has often been used to motivate individuals to increase their ambulatory physical activity. Minimal contact pedometer-based intervention (MCPBI) is gaining in popularity because they are simple and inexpensive. MCPBI is based on self-monitoring by the participants; however, one limitation of using the self-monitoring approach was the participant attrition (i.e., dropout), which makes it difficult to achieve the successful intervention. A new algorithm for pedometer-based intervention, the systematic-monitoring based on conditional feedback, was designed to increase awareness and allow participants to more successfully attain their step goals. Thus, the purpose of this study was to examine the effect of the systematic-monitoring based on conditional feedback algorithm on 10,000 step goal attainments. The study result can be used to design more comprehensive pedometer-based physical activity interventions to increase individuals’ overall health status.

Promoting physical activity compliance in a low socioeconomic Latina population with chronic neurological disorders: A Proof-of-Concept Study (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander Garbin ◽  
Jesús Díaz ◽  
Vy Bui ◽  
Janina Morrison ◽  
Beth E Fisher ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Effect Size ◽  
Neurological Disorders ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Vigorous Physical Activity ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Self Monitoring ◽  
Low Socioeconomic ◽  
Behavioral Coaching

BACKGROUND Physical activity is known to improve quality of life as well as reduce mortality and disease progression in individuals with chronic neurological disorders. However, Latinas are less likely to participate in recommended levels of physical activity due to common socioeconomic barriers including limited resources and access to exercise programs. Therefore, we developed a community-based intervention with activity-monitoring and behavioral coaching to target these barriers and facilitate sustained participation in an exercise program promoting physical activity. OBJECTIVE To determine the feasibility and efficacy of a community-based intervention to promote physical activity (PA) through self-monitoring via a Fitbit and behavioral coaching in Latina participants with chronic neurological disorders. METHODS We conducted a proof-of-concept study in 21 Spanish-speaking Latina participants recruited from the Los Angeles County/ University of Southern California (LAC/USC) neurology clinic and enrolled in the 16-week intervention at The Wellness Center at The Historic General Hospital. Demographic data was assessed at baseline. Feasibility was defined by participant attrition and Fitbit adherence. Physical activity promotion was determined by examining change in time spent performing moderate-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) over the 16-week period. The effect of behavioral coaching was assessed by quantifying the difference in MVPA on days coaching occurred vs. days without coaching. Change in psychometric measures (baseline vs. post-intervention) and medical center visits (16-weeks pre-intervention vs. during intervention) were also examined. RESULTS Participants were of low socioeconomic status and acculturation. 19 participants completed the study (attrition 9.5%) with high Fitbit wear adherence (90.31%). Time performing moderate-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) significantly increased throughout the study (P<0.001). Behavioral coaching enhanced intervention effectiveness as evidenced by a higher time spent in MVPA on days coaching occurred. Participants’ illness perception (Effect Size g=.30), self-rated quality-of-life (Effect Size g=.32), and medical center visit frequency (Effect Size r =.44) improved. CONCLUSIONS Self-monitoring with behavioral coaching is a feasible community-based intervention for PA promotion in low socioeconomic Latinas with chronic neurological conditions. PA is known to be important in brain health in neurological conditions but remains relatively unexplored in minority populations. CLINICALTRIAL Clinicaltrials.gov; NCT04820153

Chronic Disease Self-Management Among Iranian Older Adults: A Scoping Review

2019 ◽  
Vol 39 (8) ◽  
pp. 922-930 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aein Zarrin ◽  
Nima Tourchian ◽  
George A. Heckman
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Chronic Disease ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Self Monitoring ◽  
Care Models ◽  
Language Objectives ◽  
Main Components

Background: Implementing care models that emphasize chronic disease self-management (CDSM) strategies may be an effective approach to the growing prevalence of chronic conditions in Iran. We, therefore, conducted a scoping review on CDSM among older Iranians to identify existing gaps and opportunities to improve chronic disease care. Method: We conducted a search in CINAHL, EMBASE, MEDLINE/PubMed, and Cochrane library. Selected articles were charted based on year of publication, language, objectives, methods, target chronic disease(s), sample demographics, self-management type, and key findings. Results: We selected 73 articles. The main components of CDSM addressed were social support, education, physical activity, nutrition, self-monitoring, spirituality, and financial support. Older Iranians reported low levels of physical activity. Conclusion: Enhancing the quality of CDSM research and provision of coaching to enhance older adults’ social and mental health are among the main strategies to enhance CDSM among the Iranian older population.

scholarly journals Physical activity, diet and quality of life during mandatory (COVID-19) quarantine following repatriation

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 2050313X2097250
Author(s):  
Philippe Jean-Luc Gradidge ◽  
Herculina Salome Kruger
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
South African ◽  
Cardiovascular Health ◽  
Sitting Time ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Self Monitoring ◽  
Prolonged Sitting ◽  
Online Tools

The coronavirus disease 2019 crisis in South Africa has been managed through an effective evidence-based approach. The aim of this case report was to determine the value of staying physically active during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, using online resources to prevent the harmful effects of sedentary behaviour under confined living conditions. A repatriated South African citizen was placed into monitored 14-day quarantine confined to a room, self-monitoring dietary intake and physical and health measures, while engaged in online exercise videos and indoor walking. This study demonstrates that structured indoor activity improves physical and mental health outcomes, despite prolonged sitting time during the day. During the current pandemic and in the presence of limited freedom of movement, sustained physical activity is made feasible by accessing online tools and resources, essentially reducing vulnerability to existing cardiovascular health concerns. However, these findings are based on a single participant and therefore further study is required.

scholarly journals Television Viewing: Moderator or Mediator of an Adolescent Physical Activity Intervention?

2008 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 88-91 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dan J. Graham ◽  
Margaret Schneider ◽  
Dan M. Cooper
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Program Effectiveness ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Vigorous Physical Activity ◽  
Cycle Ergometer ◽  
Cardiovascular Fitness ◽  
Public High School ◽  
Regression Equations ◽  
Tv Viewing ◽  
Self Monitoring

Purpose. To determine whether the amount of television (TV) watched by participants enrolled in a physical activity intervention mediates or moderates program effectiveness. Design. Nine-month, controlled, school-based physical activity intervention. Setting. Public high school. Participants. One hundred twenty-two sedentary adolescent females (mean + standard deviation age = 15.04 + 0.79 years). Intervention. Supervised in-class exercise, health education, and internet-based self-monitoring. Measures. Physical activity by 3-day physical activity recall; TV viewing by self-reports; cardiovascular fitness by cycle ergometer. Analysis. T-tests were conducted to examine between-group differences. Linear regression equations tested the mediating or moderating role of TV watching relative to the intervention. Results. TV viewing moderated the intervention's effect on vigorous activity; the intervention significantly predicted change in physical activity among high (β = −.45; p < .001), but not among low (p > .05), TV watchers. TV viewing did not mediate the intervention effect. Conclusions. Consistent with displacement theory, adolescents who watched more TV prior to the intervention showed postintervention increases in vigorous physical activity and concomitant decreases in TV viewing, whereas those who watched less TV showed no change in physical activity or TV viewing.

Validity and usability of low-cost accelerometers for internet-based self-monitoring of physical activity in patients with COPD

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martijn Vooijs ◽  
Laurence Alpay ◽  
Jiska Snoeck-Stroband ◽  
Thijs Beerthuizen ◽  
Petra Siemonsma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Self Monitoring

scholarly journals Physical Activity Self-Monitoring and Weight Loss

2011 ◽  
Vol 43 (8) ◽  
pp. 1568-1574 ◽  
Author(s):  
MOLLY B. CONROY ◽  
KYEONGRA YANG ◽  
OKAN U. ELCI ◽  
KELLEY PETTEE GABRIEL ◽  
MINDI A. STYN ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Self Monitoring

Self-Monitoring in the Treatment of Overweight Adolescents

2011 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 97-109
Author(s):  
Mary Sandilands ◽  
Leah Brennan ◽  
Jeff Walkley ◽  
Steve F. Fraser ◽  
Kate Greenway
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Behavioural Intervention ◽  
Food Groups ◽  
Self Monitoring ◽  
Obese Adolescents ◽  
Cognitive Behavioural ◽  
Complete Treatment ◽  
Cognitive Behavioural Intervention ◽  
Food And Drink

AbstractThe aim of this study was to explore the relationship between the quantity and quality of self-monitoring and per cent fat loss in overweight and obese adolescents participating in a weight-loss intervention. Participants were 55 (33F) over-weight and obese adolescents taking part in a 20-week cognitive–behavioural intervention aimed at improving eating and physical activity behaviours. Food and physical activity self-monitoring from the first 9 weeks of the intervention was coded using 24 components assessing the quantity (20) and quality (4) of self-monitoring. Those who completed treatment (n= 42) were split into groups: Losers (n= 30) and Gainers (n= 12) of per cent body fat as measured by DXA. Group analyses showed that Losers and Gainers could be differentiated by both quantitative and qualitative measures of self-monitoring. The strongest associations were with the classifications of food and drink items into food groups. The number of days monitored and the average number of items recorded did not differentiate the groups. Quantity and quality measures of self-monitoring completed early in treatment could also differentiate those who completed treatment and those who did not complete treatment (n= 13), and the strongest associations were with the amounts of food and drink items recorded, an association not found with treatment outcome. The results indicate that both quantity and quality of self-monitoring may be important predictors of both treatment completion and outcome. Based on these findings a framework of self-monitoring requirements is offered to reduce homework burden while maximising treatment efficacy.

scholarly journals Home Monitoring in Glaucoma

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Toby Boote ◽  
Andrew J Tatham ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Heart Rate ◽  
Intraocular Pressure ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Home Monitoring ◽  
Self Monitoring ◽  
Digital Devices ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Efficacy Of Treatment

A wide range of relatively cheap, wearable digital devices are now available that enable self-monitoring of parameters such as heart rate, blood pressure, physical activity and sleep patterns. Although these devices are often marketed at healthy people, new technologies that permit home monitoring may also have the potential to improve the detection and management of chronic diseases including glaucoma. If patients were able to measure their intraocular pressure or perform perimetry at home, many more measurements could be obtained, with the potential to improve our ability to differentiate true change from test–retest variability. Home monitoring may also improve our ability to determine efficacy of treatment and enhance patient engagement.

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