Promoting Physical Activity through Persuasive Technology
Dominic Dalyngton Damoah, Freda Hounkponou, Ronky Doh, Edward Danso Ansong, Agyemang Brighter · 2013
Abstract―The purpose of this project was to improve physical activity with the use of persuasive technology. The principal objectives were to study the need for physical activity; its challenges and opportunities. To examine the barriers and challenges in using persuasive technology for physical activity promotion. To study the issues of physical activity and propose a persuasive technology that can be used effectively by all types of individuals regardless of the age. The major findings derived from this study suggest that a lot of people have not been exercising even though they know the great benefits of physical activity. Based on the above mentioned problem I proposed a conceptual model to help change behavior by choosing the right technology for the right set of people.