Einas Al-Eisa Author
Subjects of specialization
Affiliation
Rehabilitation, Exercise Science, Movement Analysis
Rehabilitation Health Sciences Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
Einas Al-Eisa works at College of Applied Medical Sciencesin the department of Rehabilitation Health Sciences at King Saud University and is interested in the fields of Low Back Pain, Physical Therapy, Musculoskeletal Disorders.
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Author(s): Einas Al-Eisa and Hana Alsobayel
Objective: Physical activity improves overall health and wellness. There is an escalating level of physical inactivity and high obesity prevalence among the Saudi population; more so among women, due to various cultural factors. The aim of this study was to examine whether using a pedometer, in addition to a motivational education program, improved adherence to a walking program and general health of Saudi women.
Methods: A total of 161 participants were randomly assigned to an experimental or control group. A motivational education session followed by weekly motivation text messaging was given to both groups. Participants in the experimental group also used pedometers to promote physical activity.
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