Data collection
diabetes
ADVERSE EVENTS, HYPERTENSION, HYPERCHOLESTEROLAEMIA, DIABETES
Prior to randomisation, sociodemographic data were collected including age, gender, education level, family unit (living alone or with family), socio-professional category, occupation, employment type, living environment and distance to workplace. Data concerning tobacco use, hypercholesterolaemia, hypertension, diabetes, medical history, and drug history were also collected.At baseline, 3 and 12 months participants recorded energy expenditure, physical activity intensity, and step counts over a consecutive 7-day period using the self-administered IPAQ and the Actigraph wGT3X-BT accelerometer which was attached to an elastic belt and worn around the waist from morning to bedtime [During the follow-up consultations, the GP recorded blood pressure, weight, and waist circumference using their own equipment. The GP also recorded adherence wearing the pedometer (PPIL group), changes in drug treatment, possible difficulties, and adverse events.