BMJ

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

Objective To determine the effectiveness of physical activity interventions involving mobile applications (apps) or trackers with automated and continuous self-monitoring and feedback. Design ...
The Conversation

Thinking of using an activity tracker to achieve your exercise goals? Here’s where it can help – and where it probably won’t

Corneel Vandelanotte receives research funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council, the Australian Research Council, the National Heart Foundation of Australia, and the Medical ...
The Conversation

A boom in fitness trackers isn’t leading to a boom in physical activity – men, women, kids and adults in developed countries are all moving less

The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their ...