How Sweatcoin works with health partners to tackle the global pandemic of inactivity
Making incentivised movement a key tenet of a preventative healthcare strategy.
30% of the world (> 2.1 billion) are overweight or obese, projected to increase to 50% by 2030
The NHS spends >£10Bn on preventable diabetes. Cardiovascular disease costs the US health system >$320bn
40% of premature deaths are due to preventable diseases
For every 2,000 steps, risk of heart disease, cancer and premature death decreases by 10%
How Sweatcoin helps
The free Sweatcoin app has inspired more than 150 million people worldwide to move more via behavioral nudges and real-time incentives.The most downloaded health and fitness app globally in 2022, it is improving the health and mental wellbeing of people around the world, one step at a time.
How it works
Steps are rewarded with ‘sweatcoins’, a loyalty currency that can be redeemed for a host of products and services in the in-app marketplace or donated to global charities. Step-tracking technology, community gamification and compelling rewards all combine to provide the critical nudges required to increase daily movement rates
How we partner
We work with health industry partners on programs to improve global health
Partners include the NHS, research charities and sports brands
We design custom, time-bound programmes for those at risk of health conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular disease and weight management
Free to the user, the Sweatcoin app is the most accessible movement-tracking technology and does not require the use of expensive wearables
We work with partners to develop custom programmes of activity incorporating personalized health content, participant leader boards and custom rewards
Partner Case Study
‘Decathlon’ NHS Study on Pre-Diabetes Patients, South-West London 2021- ongoing
The average user increased their step-count by 45%
Average weight loss of 3kg (some participants losing up to 10kg)
93% trial completion (vs. <40% average)
75% ethnic minority participation
Trial currently being expanded in size and to patients at risk of cardiovascular disease
Read more about the trial results here User Testimonials
GEETHA (58)
Through informative sessions on diabetes prevention, a variety of exercise classes, and daily walking challenges with Sweatcoin, the Decathlon programme has helped me significantly improve my physical and mental health. I was shown how small changes to daily habits make a huge difference to my long-term wellbeing. This programme has shaped my health habits for life. I now have the knowledge and tools I need to make lasting, positive changes.
KADI (35)
I'm a male teacher in my mid-30s, and since I started using Sweatcoin, I've noticed a significant improvement in my mental and physical wellbeing. When I downloaded the app, it was a wake-up call to see how few steps I was actually taking. Now, Sweatcoin motivates me to stay active and reach my daily target of 10,000 steps.
DEIVIDAS (33)
What I appreciate most about Sweatcoin is that it has helped me to improve my overall health and wellbeing. I feel better both physically and mentally, and I have more energy to tackle the challenges of daily life. I would definitely recommend Sweatcoin to anyone who wants to lead a more active and healthy lifestyle.
