The Effect of Text Message-Based mHealth Interventions on Physical Activity and Weight Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Aminah Emeran, Robyn Burrows, Josh Loyson, Muhammed Rizaan Behardien, Lauren Wiemers, Estelle Lambert, UCT Research Centre for Health Through Physical Activity Lifestyle and Sport , Department of Human Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa , International Federation of Sports Medicine , Collaborative Centre of Sports Medicine, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa , Department of Radiation Medicine, Division of Radiobiology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine

Published online on August 16, 2024

Abstract

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, Volume 20, Issue 6, Page 952-974, August 2026.
Physical inactivity and obesity are detrimental to one’s overall health, as they increase the risk of developing non-communicable diseases. Fortunately, physical inactivity and obesity can be improved by supporting lifestyle behavior changes. This support ...