Physical activity monitor validation study

Monitoring physical activity has become a key element of public health practice due to the substantial health benefits associated with PA. Wearable monitors are being used increasingly to monitor physical activity in research studies within the field of exercise and health science. Physical activity-related interventions are using activity trackers for self-monitoring, goal-setting, and measurement. Before more widespread use of these trackers occurs in research studies, for either intervention or measurement purposes, it is important to establish their accuracy and consistency.