Adherence
Wearable activity trackers (e.g., Fitbit) significantly increase daily step count and walking minutes in adults with type 2 diabetes compared to non-tracker interventions.
Wearing a simple activity tracker like a Fitbit can help you walk more. Studies show it adds an average of 627 steps per day. Set simple step goals and use the real-time feedback to stay motivated. Social accountability, such as sharing progress with a coach or group, can further enhance adherence.
Compared to nonactivity tracker interventions, participants with wearable activity trackers had a significant increase in daily step count, an average of 627 additional steps/day.
Why this rating
Supported by meta-analysis of 26 RCTs and specific studies in T2D populations.
Source
A narrative review of exercise participation among adults with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes: barriers and solutions
Samantha C. Thielen et al. · Frontiers in Clinical Diabetes and Healthcare · 2023
DOI 10.3389/fcdhc.2023.1218692
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