Abstract
Purpose: Commercial physical activity apps (e.g., Fitbit, Strava) have widespread reach and accessibility, and hold great potential to increase physical activity engagement. There is currently limited understanding of the capacity of such apps, and their social components to facilitate physical activity engagement. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between commercial physical activity app use and physical activity engagement. The social components of apps, in particular, app-specific communities (connecting with other app users) and existing social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) were also examined in relation to physical activity levels. This included ascertaining the specific features (e.g., sharing, providing/ receiving encouragement, comparisons and
competitions) of app-specific communities and existing social media platforms that were most beneficial in promoting physical activity.
competitions) of app-specific communities and existing social media platforms that were most beneficial in promoting physical activity.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 728 |
Number of pages | 1 |
Publication status | Published - 12 Sep 2020 |
Event | 19th Meeting of the International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity - Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Duration: 15 Jun 2020 → 25 Jun 2020 Conference number: 19 |
Conference
Conference | 19th Meeting of the International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity |
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Country/Territory | New Zealand |
City | Auckland |
Period | 15/06/20 → 25/06/20 |
Keywords
- commercial physical activity app
- fitbit
- strava
- physical activity engagement
- social media platforms
- promoting physical activity
- promotion of physical activity
- International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity