
pmid: 31063038
Background: Nontailored and static goals may hinder behavior change. We investigated the feasibility and acceptability of an adaptive proof-of-concept smartphone-delivered intervention by using real-world movement data capture of physical activity (PA) and sedentary behavior (SB) to inform behavior change content delivery. Materials and Methods: A single-group 8-week study with pre- and post-intervention assessments was conducted in Auckland, New Zealand. Participants aged 17–69 years who owned an Android smartphone were recruited and used the application (app). Usage data, self-reported acceptability and PA and SB were assessed. Daily repeated measurement of PA and SB outcomes were analyzed through random-effects mixed models. Results: Participants ( n = 69) were predominantly female (78%) with a mean age of 34.5 years (range 18–61). On average, participants opened the app on 11.4 days throughout the 8 weeks. Use decreased over time; 20% of participants opened the app every day. Feedback on behavior (73%), behavior substitution (71%), discrepancy between behavior and goal (58%) and goal setting (54%) were rated as the most useful behavior change techniques by participants. Time spent on light, moderate-to-vigorous intensity and total PA increased post-intervention, whereas time spent on SB decreased. Conclusions: The adaptive proof-of-concept app was considered acceptable, with preliminary support for its positive effects on PA and SB.
Adult, Male, Adolescent, Middle Aged, Young Adult, Behavior Therapy, Humans, Female, Smartphone, Sedentary Behavior, Exercise, Aged, New Zealand
Adult, Male, Adolescent, Middle Aged, Young Adult, Behavior Therapy, Humans, Female, Smartphone, Sedentary Behavior, Exercise, Aged, New Zealand
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