Increasing physical activity holds enormous potential for preventing diseases and reducing related costs. Especially internet based and IT-supported interventions seem a promising way to reach and supervise wide parts of the population. However, there is a lack of knowledge about the effective and efficient design of such interventions, particularly regarding services and functions, scalability, and appropriate communication channels. This thesis addresses these gaps. Using an explorative action research approach, it examines the theory-driven design, implementation and evaluation of an IT-supported physical activity intervention for inactive adults.
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Increasing physical activity holds enormous potential for preventing diseases and reducing related costs. Especially internet based and IT-supported interventions seem a promising way to reach and supervise wide parts of the population. However, there is a lack of knowledge about the effective and efficient design of such interventions, particularly regarding services and functions, scalability, and appropriate communication channels. This thesis addresses these gaps. Using an explorative action...
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