Is there value in using a fitness app to help you get in better physical shape? Join us in a conversation to see if these platforms actually work and can help you reach your fitness goals.
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Here are two reasons why you should listen to the full episode:
- Learn about the research that proves there is value in using fitness apps.
- Understand how you can use this information about fitness apps in your day to day life.
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Episode Highlights
What Research Proves Fitness Apps Can Work For You?
- The article referenced in this episode is called, “Effectiveness of a web-based computer-tailored intervention promoting physical activity for adults from Quebec City: a randomized controlled trial”, and was written by François Boudreau and Colleagues.
- The study found that people with access to a fitness app would be more likely to engage in physical activity than those who didn’t have access to one.
- The study also found there was an increase in reported moderate to vigorous activity.
- The biggest takeaway from this study is that access is a huge factor when it comes to exercise.
How Can You Incorporate Fitness Apps Into Your Day to Day Life?
- A fitness app is an excellent first step for people who want to start and improve their physical activity goals.
- If you have access to an app, then you are more likely to engage in physical activity.
- See what app works best for you.
- Examples of fitness apps:
- Aaptive,
- 8fit
- Obé fitness
5 Powerful Quotes from This Episode
”Found that people with access were more likely to workout”.
“I am a big fan of the idea that just increasing awareness and increasing access will naturally lead to an increase in the desired behavior”.
“Easy access is a big determinant for most of our goals”.
“By changing behavior over time, you ultimately change your attitude around that behavior and develop the identity consistent to that behavior”.
“We act in accordance with the identities that we hold”.
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