Use of Technology and mHealth App to Deliver Behavioral Strategies*
| DPPFit Component | Details | Behavioral Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1, day 3 | Cue to action: Use Fitbit® to track DPPFit goal of 150 activity minutes per week | Self-monitoring of physical activity; cues to action |
| Week 1, day 7 | Hyperlink: How to set goals in the Fitbit® application (app) | Setting and evaluating goals; self-monitoring of physical activity |
| Week 2, day 1 | Hyperlink: How to log and track food in Fitbit® app | Self-monitoring of diet |
| Week 5, day 6 | Hyperlink: How to connect with friends in the Fitbit® community | Social support; cues to action; self-efficacy |
| Week 5, day 7 | Hyperlink: How to use Fitbit® to challenge yourself or other to be physical active. | Cues to action; accountability; self-efficacy; self-monitoring of physical activity |
| Week 7, day 4 | Cue to action: Use Fitbit® app to measure calorie balance. | Cues to action; self-monitoring of diet and physical activity |
| Week 13, day 3 | Hyperlink: Understanding heart rate tracking and aerobic fitness with Fitbit®. | Self-monitoring of physical activity increasing self-efficacy |
| Week 15, day 6 | Hyperlink: How to use Fitbit® for guided breathing exercise to relax | Problem-solving; perceived barriers; stress management; self-management strategies for behavioral change |
| Week 16, day 4 | Hyperlink: Ways to stay motivated - Fitbit® app competitions | Increasing self-efficacy; self-management strategies for behavioral change |
| Using Fitbit® Tracker/App | Learning to use both the device and app to support healthy changes. | Increasing self-efficacy; self-management strategies for behavioral change; social support |
↵* See Online Appendix for complete content of text messaging templates.