Comparison of physical activity metrics from two research-grade accelerometers worn on the non-dominant wrist and thigh in children
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DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2023.2197726
Abstract: ABSTRACT This study compared physical activity metrics from the activPAL (AP) worn on the thigh with the ActiGraph worn on the non-dominant wrist using open-source methods. Measures included average acceleration, intensity gradient (IG) and the… read more here.
Keywords: dominant wrist; physical activity; activity metrics; worn non ... See more keywords
Impact of a Design-Based Bike Exergame on Young Adults’ Physical Activity Metrics and Situational Interest
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DOI: 10.1080/02701367.2019.1665621
Abstract: ABSTRACT Purpose: Despite the benefits of commercial exergames, in the practical application, players might not be spending sufficient time in physical activity levels compatible with health outcomes. We adopted a design-based exergame approach to build… read more here.
Keywords: situational interest; design based; activity metrics; physical activity ... See more keywords
Association of physical activity metrics with indicators of cardiovascular function and control in children with and without type 1 diabetes
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DOI: 10.1111/pedi.13159
Abstract: Little is known about the role of physical activity accumulation in cardiovascular disease risk for children with type 1 diabetes. Improved insight to identify factors of influence in key health outcomes could be provided by… read more here.
Keywords: type diabetes; diabetes association; activity metrics; physical activity ... See more keywords