The Research On The Effectiveness Of "Four Plus One" Mobile Software Which Is Used To Assist Losing Weight

Objective:The study is to explore the effectiveness of "four plus one" mobile phone software supporting of weight loss. At the same time, this study is promoting to applicate widely in exercise with "four plus one" mobile phone software.Methods:Subjects use of "four plus one" mobile software losing weight for two month.Measuring the height, weight, BMI and fat percentage of30overweight and obese subjects before and after the experiment.30overweight and obese take part in questionnaire, writing about three aspects including dietary habits, exercise habits and psychological state. At last, analyzing the difference between two measures.Results:(1) After using of the "four plus one" mobile software two months later, the weight, BMI and fat percentage has declined obviously. Compared with the former, the weight of the male subjects dropped by an average of3.93kg, the average BMI has decreased1.47kg/m2, fat percentage has dropped by an average of2.31%. The average weight of female subjects has dropped4.1kg, the average BMI has decreased1.61kg/m2, fat percentage has dropped by an average of2.40%.(2) After using of the "four plus one" mobile software to weight loss two months, the subjects’ dietary habits, exercise habits and psychological state have improved.Conclusion:(1) The "four plus one" mobile software could help people to loss weight.(2)"Four plus one" mobile software affects the habits of the subjects. On the one hand, It influences the exercise habits of subjects, prompting physical activity, especially walking and running. On the other hand, the "four plus one" mobile software affects the dietary habits of the subjects by reducing the intake of high-calorie food to achieve weight loss goals.(3)"Four plus one" mobile software can improve the psychological states of overweight and obese people.