"You get what you need when you need it": A mixed methods examination of the feasibility and acceptability of a tailored digital tool to promote physical activity among women in midlife.

Authors

Danielle Arigo, Rowan UniversityFollow
Jonathan Mathias Lassiter
Kiri Baga
Daija A Jackson
Andrea Lobo, Rowan UniversityFollow
Timothy C Guetterman

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Article

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Published Version

Publication Date

11-9-2023

Publication Title

Digital Health

DOI

10.1177/20552076231210654

Abstract

During midlife (ages 40-60), women experience myriad changes that elevate their risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD), including decreased physical activity (PA). Women cite lack of social support for PA and lack of active peers who can serve as role models as key barriers. Digital tools such as web applications can provide exposure to these social inputs; they are also accessible in daily life and require modest time investment. However, as few tools have been designed to meet the unique needs of women in midlife with CVD risk, our research team previously built a web application that is tailored for this population. In the present study, we used a convergent mixed methods design to develop a deep understanding of the feasibility, usability, and acceptability of this web application in a sample of identified end users. Participants (

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Arigo D, Lassiter JM, Baga K, Jackson DA, Lobo AF, Guetterman TC. “You get what you need when you need it”: A mixed methods examination of the feasibility and acceptability of a tailored digital tool to promote physical activity among women in midlife. DIGITAL HEALTH. 2023;9. doi:10.1177/20552076231210654

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