Lack of support
Another identified barrier to using technology-based physical activity interventions at work was a lack of support from colleagues or supervisors, as reported by the participants. Participants expressed that they did not feel supported when trying to use these interventions due to a lack of encouragement or interest from their colleagues or supervisors. Quotations from Participant 7 further illustrate this theme, as they stated, “My supervisor doesn’t seem to think physical activity is important, so I don’t feel supported when I try to use the fitness app at work” and “None of my colleagues use the fitness app, so I don’t feel like I have any support or motivation to use it either.“ These quotes highlight how the lack of support and motivation from colleagues or supervisors can impact an individual’s willingness to adopt technology-based physical activity interventions in the workplace. Without peer support and encouragement, individuals may feel demotivated and less likely to engage in these interventions.