Do smartphone applications and activity trackers increase physical activity in adults? Systematic review, meta-analysis and metaregression.

Liliana Laranjo Melody Ding Bruno HelenoBaki KocaballiJuan C QuirozHuong Ly TongBahia ChahwanAna Luisa NevesElia GabarronKim Phuong DaoDavid RodriguesGisela Costa NevesMaria L AntunesEnrico W CoieraDavid W Bates

Published in: British journal of sports medicine (2020)

Interventions using apps or trackers seem to be effective in promoting physical activity. Longer studies are needed to assess the impact of different intervention components on long-term engagement and effectiveness.

Keyphrases

systematic review
physical activity
meta analyses
randomized controlled trial
body mass index
case control
social media
sleep quality