Is this Bit Fit? Measuring the Quality of the Fitbit Step-Counter

Authors

  • George Mammen University of Toronto
  • Sarah Gardiner University of Toronto
  • Arrani Senthinathan University of Toronto
  • Laura McClemont University of Toronto
  • Michelle Stone Dalhousie University
  • Guy Faulkner University of Toronto

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14288/hfjc.v5i4.144

Keywords:

Physical activity, Measurement, Reliability, Validity, Pedometer, Accuracy

Abstract

Background: Accurate measurement of physical activity is essential for understanding the relationship between physical activity (PA) and health outcomes. Technological advances have led to a surge in commercially-available pedometers, however, limited scientific evidence exists regarding their accuracy Purpose: This study is the first to test the quality of the newly developed Fitbit step-counter and comparability relative to the Yamax SW-200 pedometer. Methods: Ten healthy young adults participated. The quality of the Fitbit was assessed through: 1) a 20 Step Test; 2) a motor vehicle test; and 3) a treadmill test at various speeds (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11 km

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Published

2012-12-30

How to Cite

Mammen, G., Gardiner, S., Senthinathan, A., McClemont, L., Stone, M., & Faulkner, G. (2012). Is this Bit Fit? Measuring the Quality of the Fitbit Step-Counter. The Health & Fitness Journal of Canada, 5(4), 30–39. https://doi.org/10.14288/hfjc.v5i4.144

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