Research
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The Colorado on the Move intervention was effective in significantly increasing physical activity over a 14-wk period.
Increasing daily steps by 2000 could help prevent weight gain in the population.
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The intervention was effective in increasing average steps/d by at least 2000 over a 14-wk period.
Why this rating
Based on the nonrandomized intervention trial design.
Source
Using Electronic Step Counters to Increase Lifestyle Physical Activity: Colorado on the Move™
Holly R. Wyatt et al. · Journal of Physical Activity and Health · 2004
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