Cash for steps: hospital workers paid to get fit

NCT ID NCT02850094

First seen Dec 18, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looked at whether offering money can encourage people to exercise more. 292 hospital employees who were not very active wore a Fitbit for 24 weeks. Some received financial rewards for reaching step goals. The goal was to see if this approach helps people become more physically active.

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