User-Centered Analysis of a Fitness App for Older Adults: Senior Fit
2024
User-Centered Analysis of a Fitness App for Older Adults: Senior Fit
Sample size: 20
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Lee Kathy, Hyun Kate, Haque Sabrina, Henry Kyle, Saha Troyee, Cassidy Jessica, Jang Soeun, Csallner Christoph
Primary Institution: The University of Texas Arlington
Hypothesis
Can a fitness app designed for older adults improve their physical activity levels?
Conclusion
The Senior Fit app shows promise in enhancing physical activity among older adults, but also faces usability challenges.
Supporting Evidence
- The app includes 16 indoor exercise categories and an outdoor walking feature.
- Participants used the app more for indoor activities than outdoor ones.
- User feedback highlighted the need for seamless progress tracking.
Takeaway
The Senior Fit app helps older people exercise better, but some features are hard to use.
Methodology
Quantitative and qualitative data were collected from older adults using the app over 24 weeks.
Limitations
Participants had usability concerns with camera-based features and preferred automatic tracking.
Participant Demographics
Older adults who used the app.
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