Behind the Screens: Building Apps for Active Lifestyles - Pedro Wunderlich (Pt1)
In a recent episode of the "Physical Activity Researcher Podcast," hosted by Dr. Olli Tikkanen, listeners are taken on a deep dive into the world of app development, entrepreneurship, and the importance of physical activity in daily life. The episode features Pedro Wunderlich, a mobile app designer, serial entrepreneur, and co-founder of the acclaimed Wake N Shake App and React Messenger App. With a track record of over three million app downloads and the backing of prestigious investors, Wunderlich shares his journey from being a young boy with a humor blog to becoming a tech innovator with apps recognized by Apple. Throughout the conversation, Wunderlich emphasizes the significance of physical activity as a core component of his entrepreneurial journey. He candidly discusses the challenges he faced, including battling chronic stress and depression, and how staying physically active became a lifeline for him. This passion for movement eventually led to the creation of Wake Out, an app designed to promote physical activity and combat the sedentary crisis. The episode also delves into the intricacies of app development, from the initial idea to addressing bugs and ensuring a seamless user experience. For researchers and budding entrepreneurs, this episode offers invaluable insights. Wunderlich's advice on the importance of testing ideas quickly, understanding user feedback, and the potential pitfalls of app development is particularly enlightening. The episode concludes with a broader discussion on the role of technology in promoting health and well-being, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of tech, health, and entrepreneurship. _____________________________________ This podcast episode is sponsored by Fibion Inc. | Better Sleep, Sedentary Behaviour and Physical Activity Research with Less Hassle --- Collect, store and manage SB and PA data easily and remotely - Discover ground-breaking Fibion SENS --- SB and PA measurements, analysis, and feedback made easy. Learn more about Fibion Research --- Learn more about Fibion Sleep and Fibion Circadian Rhythm Solutions. --- Fibion Kids - Activity tracking designed for children. --- Collect self-report physical activity data easily and cost-effectively with Mimove. --- Explore our Wearables, Experience sampling method (ESM), Sleep, Heart rate variability (HRV), Sedentary Behavior and Physical Activity article collections for insights on related articles. --- Refer to our article "Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior Measurements" for an exploration of active and sedentary lifestyle assessment methods. --- Learn about actigraphy in our guide: Exploring Actigraphy in Scientific Research: A Comprehensive Guide. --- Gain foundational ESM insights with "Introduction to Experience Sampling Method (ESM)" for a comprehensive overview. --- Explore accelerometer use in health research with our article "Measuring Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior with Accelerometers ". --- For an introduction to the fundamental aspects of HRV, consider revisiting our Ultimate Guide to Heart Rate Variability. --- Follow the podcast on Twitter https://twitter.com/PA_Researcher Follow host Dr Olli Tikkanen on Twitter https://twitter.com/ollitikkanen Follow Fibion on Twitter https://twitter.com/fibion https://www.youtube.com/@PA_Researcher