AVIVA: a health and fitness monitor for young women

ABSTRACT

In this paper we describe AVIVA, a prototype health and fitness monitor for young women. The device helps and encourages the user to balance the many aspects of attaining good health, including nutrition, exercise, and the social aspects of health. We describe the process used in developing the AVIVA monitor as well as our final design.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  J. Computer Applications
  J.3 LIFE AND MEDICAL SCIENCES
      Subjects: Health

Additional Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.5 INFORMATION INTERFACES AND PRESENTATION (I.7)
      H.5.2 User Interfaces (D.2.2, H.1.2, I.3.6)

Keywords:
balanced nutrition, exercise, fitness monitor, health monitor, young women