Physical Activity Declines Globally Despite Fitness Trackers’ Popularity, New Research Shows

July 11, 2024

Fitness trackers have exploded in popularity, with sales skyrocketing from $14 billion in 2017 to over $36 billion in 2020. This surge suggests a growing interest in monitoring steps, calories burned, and overall activity levels. However, new research reveals a surprising truth: despite the rise of fitness trackers, physical activity has actually declined globally.

Researchers at Boise State, the University of Tennessee, and the University of North Florida conducted a meta-analysis, examining data from eight developed nations. Tech Times