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Universal Journal of Public Health Vol. 13(5), pp. 1246 - 1253
DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130516
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Mobile Health Applications Enhance Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Omanis
Mahfoodha Al Kitani *, Amin Gaafar , Ali Al Yaaribi
Department of Physical Education & Sports Sciences, College of Education, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
ABSTRACT
Epidemiological studies have identified a high prevalence of risk factors for non-communicable diseases in Oman. Mobile health (mHealth) applications are used to monitor various physical activity (PA) metrics, such as step counts, as well as other health parameters including PA rate, heart rate variability, and sleep quality. This study evaluated the impact of mHealth applications on PA levels and overall quality of life in the Omani population. This study involved 262 Omani participants (132 men and 130 women) from various geographical regions. Data were collected using an 18-item web-based questionnaire distributed via social media platforms, including Facebook, WhatsApp, and Twitter. Descriptive statistics, such as means and standard deviations (M卤SD), were employed to summarize the questionnaire responses, and independent t-tests were performed to examine differences in outcomes based on age and sex. The findings demonstrated that mHealth applications significantly improved PA and quality of life among the participants. Specifically, 84.03% of respondents reported increased consistency in their exercise routines, while 94.25% experienced enhanced mood during PA sessions. The findings substantiate the effectiveness of mHealth applications as interventions for promoting PA and improving quality of life. These results advocate for the broader integration of mHealth technologies within public health frameworks to mitigate the burden of non-communicable diseases in the Omani population.
KEYWORDS
Health, Physical Activity, Lifestyles, Technology, Health Applications, mHealth
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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Mahfoodha Al Kitani , Amin Gaafar , Ali Al Yaaribi , "Mobile Health Applications Enhance Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Omanis," Universal Journal of Public Health, Vol. 13, No. 5, pp. 1246 - 1253, 2025. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130516.
(b). APA Format:
Mahfoodha Al Kitani , Amin Gaafar , Ali Al Yaaribi (2025). Mobile Health Applications Enhance Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Omanis. Universal Journal of Public Health, 13(5), 1246 - 1253. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130516.