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SitFit: A core fitness tracker for improved sit-up accuracy and injury prevention

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigated the students’ perceptions of a self-paced fitness program that is integrated with SitFit, a fitness tracker that measures body inclination during sit-up exercises, and their acceptance of digital innovation in physical education. The data was gathered from a survey of 1001 Thai undergraduates. Results revealed that attitudes toward using the technology and the perceived ease of use were important predictors of behavioral intention to use the sit-up fitness tracker. consistent with previous TAM studies. Subsequently, SitFit was developed based on exercise principles and expert advice to enable users to exercise more effectively while reducing injury risk.

Source: Journal of Infrastructure Policy and Development

DOI: 10.24294/jipd9490

Authors: Nuttaporn Suddee, Noawanit Songkram

Institution: Chulalongkorn University

Language: English

Topic: Physical Education and Training Studies

Subfield: Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4404489174

FWCI: 0.845

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Cited by: 1

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