PLoS One July 2017 PMID 27232714

Accuracy of Heart Rate Watches: Implications for Weight Management.

Matthew P Wallen, Sjaan R Gomersall, Shelley E Keating, Ulrik Wisløff, Jeff S Coombes

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33
Peak: 6 in Oct 2019
across 4 sources since Oct 2019

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15,756
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96

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Oct 2019 – Mar 2023

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What people are saying

The discussions emphasize the study's findings that consumer wearables are inaccurate when estimating energy expenditure, evidenced by phrases like 'underestimate components of PA' and questions about source reliability. The tone suggests concern and curiosity about how these results impact fitness and health tracking, indicating the topic’s relevance and user engagement.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that consumer wearable devices have limitations in measuring energy expenditure, reflecting shared skepticism about their accuracy.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions demonstrate high interest in the validity of wearable devices and their implications for weight management and exercise monitoring.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts show moderate engagement by referencing specific aspects of the study, such as comparative methods and the potential for underestimation in physical activity monitoring.

ImpactModerate impact

The debates highlight the significance of the study, especially considering the widespread use of these devices for health and fitness goals.

Abstract in brief

  • Heart rate wristworn monitors like Apple Watch and Fitbit are generally accurate, but their ability to measure energy expenditure is poor, which could impact users trying to lose weight.
  • The study tested four devices with 22 healthy volunteers doing rest and exercise activities, comparing their readings to medical reference standards.
  • While the devices provided good heart rate data, they underestimated energy expenditure and showed significant errors, indicating they might not be reliable for weight management purposes.

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Amy Dennett
@DrAmyDennett · X

Consumer #PhysicalActivity Monitors underestimate components of PA https://t.co/C8a8EwJMXn @PhysiosforPA #Transform2019 https://t.co/y900Pdaf57

Oct 15, 2019 · 7 likes · 4 shares · 867 followers View post →
Nia Luxton
@NiaALuxton · X

RT @DrAmyDennett: Consumer #PhysicalActivity Monitors underestimate components of PA https://t.co/C8a8EwJMXn @PhysiosforPA #Transform2019 h…

Oct 16, 2019 · 4 shares · 2,242 followers View post →
Physios for Physical Activity
@PhysiosforPA · X

RT @DrAmyDennett: Consumer #PhysicalActivity Monitors underestimate components of PA https://t.co/C8a8EwJMXn @PhysiosforPA #Transform2019 h…

Oct 16, 2019 · 4 shares · 1,516 followers View post →
Victoria Alcaraz
@Vic_Alcaraz · X

RT @DrAmyDennett: Consumer #PhysicalActivity Monitors underestimate components of PA https://t.co/C8a8EwJMXn @PhysiosforPA #Transform2019 h…

Oct 16, 2019 · 4 shares · 1,508 followers View post →
GetAMoveOn
@GAMONetwork · X

How accurate are consumer #wearables when it comes to measuring energy expenditure? https://t.co/acJS12jiQ1 #PLOSONE #PhysicalActivity #exercise

Oct 22, 2019 · 803 followers View post →
Dr Elise Gane
@EliseGane · X

RT @DrAmyDennett: Consumer #PhysicalActivity Monitors underestimate components of PA https://t.co/C8a8EwJMXn @PhysiosforPA #Transform2019 h…

Oct 15, 2019 · 4 shares · 413 followers View post →

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Weslley Oliveira
@weslleyolr · X

@monoyasuotriste @gabrielbalao @esterlucindo65 @RaBressanini Não existe gastar 700kcal num treino de 1h10, relógios superestimam o gasto calórico. "Mas e a fonte?" Nesse estudo compararam essa estimativa calórica com a medição por calorimetria indireta em cardio e treino resistivo: https://t.co/s59nMAF4Em

Jun 21, 2022 · 31 followers View post →
GetAMoveOn
@GAMONetwork · X

How accurate are consumer #wearables when it comes to measuring energy expenditure? https://t.co/acJS12jiQ1 #PLOSONE #PhysicalActivity #exercise

Oct 22, 2019 · 803 followers View post →
Victoria Alcaraz
@Vic_Alcaraz · X

RT @DrAmyDennett: Consumer #PhysicalActivity Monitors underestimate components of PA https://t.co/C8a8EwJMXn @PhysiosforPA #Transform2019 h…

Oct 16, 2019 · 4 shares · 1,508 followers View post →
Nia Luxton
@NiaALuxton · X

RT @DrAmyDennett: Consumer #PhysicalActivity Monitors underestimate components of PA https://t.co/C8a8EwJMXn @PhysiosforPA #Transform2019 h…

Oct 16, 2019 · 4 shares · 2,242 followers View post →
Physios for Physical Activity
@PhysiosforPA · X

RT @DrAmyDennett: Consumer #PhysicalActivity Monitors underestimate components of PA https://t.co/C8a8EwJMXn @PhysiosforPA #Transform2019 h…

Oct 16, 2019 · 4 shares · 1,516 followers View post →
Dr Elise Gane
@EliseGane · X

RT @DrAmyDennett: Consumer #PhysicalActivity Monitors underestimate components of PA https://t.co/C8a8EwJMXn @PhysiosforPA #Transform2019 h…

Oct 15, 2019 · 4 shares · 413 followers View post →
Amy Dennett
@DrAmyDennett · X

Consumer #PhysicalActivity Monitors underestimate components of PA https://t.co/C8a8EwJMXn @PhysiosforPA #Transform2019 https://t.co/y900Pdaf57

Oct 15, 2019 · 7 likes · 4 shares · 867 followers View post →