Journal of medical Internet research
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J. Med. Internet Res. · Jul 2009
Randomized Controlled TrialFeasibility and effectiveness of online physical activity advice based on a personal activity monitor: randomized controlled trial.
Inactive people are often not aware of the fact that they are insufficiently active. Providing insight into their actual physical activity (PA) levels may raise awareness and could, in combination with tailored PA advice, stimulate a physically active lifestyle. ⋯ The intervention appeared to be easily applicable to real-life settings. The intervention was ineffective in improving PA behavior or its determinants in healthy office workers. More attention should have been given to the quality and appropriateness of the tailored advice.