The use of the behaviour change wheel in the development of ParticipACTION’s physical activity app

Truelove, Stephanie; Vanderloo, Leigh M.; Tucker, Patricia; Sebastiano, Katie M. Di; Faulkner, Guy

doi:10.1016/j.pmedr.2020.101224

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“…Apart from applications for training there are numerous applications in the field of psychological or motivational training ( Boudreaux et al, 2018 ; Oh et al, 2020 ), sleep monitoring for the recovery and improvement of the athlete’s performance ( Gershkovich et al, 2020 ), reducing the risk of injuries ( Halson, 2019 ) or even for the control of intake in obesity ( Keogh et al, 2016 ). There are some studies that show that the use of these apps can be promising to promote physical activity, quality of life, even self-efficacy in sedentary individuals ( Gür et al, 2020 ; Price et al, 2020 ) although in a recent systematic review ( Truelove et al, 2020 ) it has been indicated that there are some of those studies with methodological deficiencies that compromise the conclusions, suggesting the need for more rigorous and systematic research.…”

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The Use of Online Training Tools in Competition Cyclists During COVID-19 Confinement in Spain

2021

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COVID-19 confinement has supposed a challenge to the whole wide world, especially in athletes that have frustrated their expectations about training programs and competitions. Specifically, competition cyclists during confinement had lot of difficulties to train due to the need to train outside their homes. However, the increase of online training sessions, or virtual training tools could help to overcome training difficulties due to confinement although there are not studies that analyse the effects of using these types of tools in cyclists. This study aims to test how the use of online training tools in competition cyclists during confinement is related to training frequency and duration, and emotions. 329 cyclists filled an online questionnaire about feelings during confinement and the use of online training tools, before and during confinement. Results showed that the use of online training tools was associated with higher frequency and duration of trainings. Moreover, those who used these tools felt more positively about their future and preparation to compete, feeling more energy than those who did not used online tools. In addition, cyclists that started using these online tools (including virtual roller training) during confinement increased the frequency of training. In conclusion the use of online training tools for cycling could be appropriate to maintain training levels and energy and positive feelings about their future.

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The Use of Online Training Tools in Competition Cyclists During COVID-19 Confinement in Spain

2021

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“…This is the case of the ParticipAction program, a non-profit organization aimed at making daily physical activity a vital part of Canadians' lives ( 166 ), and the federal initiative Let's Get Moving—A Common Vision for Increasing Physical Activity and Reducing Sedentary Living in Canada ( 33 ). Both initiatives promote education material and activities to increase health literacy in relation to physical activity, as well as campaigns and products for community mobilization and engagement, such as the case of a recent free mobile phone app ( 19 , 170 ). Specifically, the Let's Get Moving initiative encourages municipalities, volunteer associations, faith-based groups, and service clubs to take into account the experiences of individuals and their perspectives on what being active means, an approach directly related to health citizenship ( 33 , 171 ).…”

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“…Given the alarming prevalence of unhealthy diets and insufficient levels of PA in Brazil and Canada, both countries have implemented population health programs and protocols to address these risk factors, including some novel initiatives (17)(18)(19)(20). An innovative action taken by both countries was the update of their dietary guidelines.…”

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A Critical Review on New Approaches for Chronic Disease Prevention in Brazil and Canada: From Wholistic Dietary Guidelines to Physical Activity Security

Schwartz

Perotto

et al. 2021

Front. Cardiovasc. Med.

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In light of new evidence on the prevention of chronic diseases and the elevated rates of overweight and obesity in Brazil and Canada, this critical review aims to interpret and synthesize current aspects regarding dietary and physical activity initiatives in both countries and make future recommendations. The pioneering work presented in the last Brazilian dietary guidelines has been called a model that can be applied globally, given its conceptualization of healthy eating that translates easily to practical guidance. The new Canadian Food Guide has incorporated similar aspects, also putting the country as a leader in dietary guidance. With these new recommendations, citizens in both Brazil and Canada have access to impactful evidence-informed nutritional guidelines. Both documents propose eating patterns that focus not only on health benefits, such as chronic disease prevention, but also incorporate well-being concerning cultural, economic, sociodemographic, biological, and ecological dimensions. A similar approach is required for physical activity to allow individuals to have attainable health and life goals and thereby fully enjoy their lives, regardless of geographical location, health status, and socioeconomic condition, a concept recently described as physical activity security. The wholistic dietary guidelines from both countries represent a change in paradigm in public health. Likewise, national evidence-based policies are warranted to reduce disparities in physical activity, allowing healthier and more active lifestyles for everyone.

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“…The BCW is an integrative framework of 19 behaviour-change theories and enables interventions to be systematically developed. The BCW has been used to increase walking in adolescents and their parents [ 34 ], reduce sitting time in adults [ 35 , 36 ], and develop a PA app [ 37 ]. The TDF aligns with components of the COM-B model to explain an individual’s capability, opportunity, and motivation to participate in a behaviour [ 33 ].…”

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Exploring Families’ Acceptance of Wearable Activity Trackers: A Mixed-Methods Study

Creaser

Hall

Costa

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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Background: The family environment plays a crucial role in child physical activity (PA). Wearable activity trackers (wearables) show potential for increasing children’s PA; however, few studies have explored families’ acceptance of wearables. This study investigated the acceptability of using wearables in a family setting, aligning experiences with components of the Technology Acceptance Model and Theoretical Domains Framework. Methods: Twenty-four families, with children aged 5–9 years, took part in a 5-week study, where all members were provided with a Fitbit Alta HR for 4 weeks. Acceptability was measured using weekly surveys and pre-post-questionnaires. Nineteen families participated in a focus group. Quantitative and qualitative data were integrated using the Pillar Integration Process technique. Results: Pillars reflected (1) external variables impacting wearable use and PA and (2) wearable use, (3) ease of use, (4) usefulness for increasing PA and other health outcomes, (5) attitudes, and (6) intention to use a wearable, including future intervention suggestions. Conclusions: Families found the Fitbit easy to use and acceptable, but use varied, and perceived impact on PA were mixed, with external variables contributing towards this. This study provides insights into how wearables may be integrated into family-based PA interventions and highlights barriers and facilitators of family wearable use.

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The use of the behaviour change wheel in the development of ParticipACTION’s physical activity app

Cited by 27 publications

References 35 publications

The Use of Online Training Tools in Competition Cyclists During COVID-19 Confinement in Spain

The Use of Online Training Tools in Competition Cyclists During COVID-19 Confinement in Spain

A Critical Review on New Approaches for Chronic Disease Prevention in Brazil and Canada: From Wholistic Dietary Guidelines to Physical Activity Security

Exploring Families’ Acceptance of Wearable Activity Trackers: A Mixed-Methods Study

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