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BACKGROUND:Limited process evaluation of pedometer-based interventions has been reported. METHODS:Feedback via focus groups (n=38) and exit questionnaires (n=68) was used to examine participants' experiences in a group-based, pedometer-based physical activity (PA) program delivered in the workplace. RESULTS:The pedometer was described as a useful tool for increasing awareness of PA, providing motivation and visual feedback, and encouraging conversation and support among participants and others such as family and friends. Group meetings provided motivation and social support, as did participation by coworkers. Self-selected goals, self-selected PA strategies, and recording of steps/d were also important. CONCLUSIONS:Given the importance of social support as a mediating variable in changing PA behavior, future pedometer-based programs might benefit from including a group-based component.
journal_name
J Phys Act Healthjournal_title
Journal of physical activity & healthauthors
Lauzon N,Chan CB,Myers AM,Tudor-Locke Cdoi
10.1123/jpah.5.5.675subject
Has Abstractpub_date
2008-09-01 00:00:00pages
675-687issue
5eissn
1543-3080issn
1543-5474journal_volume
5pub_type
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