Numerous problems have came out as a consequence of mobile device usage alongside its benefits. Firstly, this essay will discuss the issue of less physical activity and secondly, it will suggest answers to it.
On the one hand, mobile phone use is so widespread, while public concerns about the possible health effects of smartphones. The more time people spend looking at a screen, the less time they spend interacting in person with others. This makes it more difficult to establish interpersonal connections and strong relationships, which are important for mental and physical health. High frequency users of this technological devices can impede physical activity and promote sedentary behaviors, such as watching television and using computers, resulting in the reduction of cardiorespiratory fitness. For-example, according to the statistical analysis, more female students were high risk smartphone users than male students.
On the other hand, more than 6.8 billion people worldwide use mobile phones. The widespread of fitness technology such as smartphone applications and wearable technologies offers innovative solutions to increase and promote physical activity. Many fitness centers and schools are now offering interactive games to promote physical activity of children, adolescents, and older adults by utilizing interactive games. For-instance, A 2013 analysis revealed that there are over 40,000 health and fitness apps currently available to the public.
In conclusion, technology use interrupts the daily activities of individuals, it can result in decreased physical activity. The popularity of fitness technology, smartphone apps, presents creative ways to encourage and boost physical activity.