A Blended Web-Based Gaming Intervention on Changes in Physical Activity for Overweight and Obese Employees: Influence and Usage in an Experimental Pilot Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Addressing the obesity epidemic requires the development of effective interventions aimed at increasing physical activity (PA). eHealth interventions with the use of accelerometers and gaming elements, such as rewarding or social bonding, seem promising. These eHealth elements, blended with face-to-face contacts, have the potential to help people adopt and maintain a physically active lifestyle.

Objective

The aim of this study was to assess the influence and usage of a blended Web-based gaming intervention on PA, body mass index (BMI), and waist circumference among overweight and obese employees.

Methods

In an uncontrolled before-after study, we observed 52 health care employees with BMI more than 25 kg/m², who were recruited via the company's in

SUBMITTER: Kouwenhoven-Pasmooij TA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5394263 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature