Adherence
Internet-based physical activity interventions are more effective than waiting list strategies in increasing physical activity levels in adults.
Use an internet-based program that offers personalized feedback and self-monitoring tools. These programs have been shown to be more effective than doing nothing (waiting list) for increasing physical activity in adults, regardless of their specific health conditions, as long as they have internet access.
There is indicative evidence that Internet-based physical activity interventions are more effective than a waiting list strategy.
Why this rating
Systematic review of RCTs, but only 3 studies compared against waiting list, with mixed methodological quality.
Source
Internet-Based Physical Activity Interventions: A Systematic Review of the Literature
M. van den Berg et al. · Journal of Medical Internet Research · 2007
DOI 10.2196/jmir.9.3.e26
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