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Pedometers may not provide a positive effect on walking activity
Electronic pedometers are gaining credibility as a reliable method for objectively measuring physical activity. The feedback from a pedometer is immediate and objective, providing unbiased measure of physical activity to the individual. Previous research has shown that objective feedback has a positive effect on adherence. Other authors have suggested that a pedometer may be used as a motivational tool to enhance adherence to exercise programs. However, there is little evidence in the literature that this possibility has been investigated and measured. This study investigated the effect of feedback from a pedometer as an intervention strategy to increase adherence to a walking program. When used in a walking program that specifies a daily step count, a pedometer offers frequent and immediate feedback (positive and negative) on performance. Regular feedback on performance is likely to increase the likelihood of adherence to a walking program.
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Health promotion journal of AustraliaVolume
15Issue
2Pagination
134 - 136Publisher
Australian Health Promotion AssociationLocation
Camperdown, NSWISSN
1036-1073Language
engPublication classification
C1.1 Refereed article in a scholarly journalCopyright notice
2004, Australian Health Promotion AssociationUsage metrics
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