Randomized Controlled Physical Activity App Intervention for Black Women
- Conditions
- Physical Activity
- Registration Number
- NCT07114900
- Lead Sponsor
- Stony Brook University
- Brief Summary
The goal of this study is test whether a physical activity app intervention compared to wellness text messaging intervention is more acceptable/engaging among Black women who want to increase their level of physical activity.
- Detailed Description
The goal of this K23 aim is to examine the acceptability and feasibility of the 8-week PA4Health intervention compared to a general wellness text program with 3 assessments (baseline, post-intervention \[8 weeks\] and 6 months). Participants will complete a single counseling session prior to starting the program. They complete an objective measure of physical activity by wearing an accelerometer for one week at each assessment time point. During the intervention, they will provided with a Fitbit wrist tracker, that will be synchronized to the app, to be worn during the 8-week intervention. Participants will be able to set goals for physical activity as well as monitor their progress toward achieving their goals. Following the trial, they will complete self-reports survey as well as objective measures of physical activity. They will also complete a single qualitative interview to assess their experience with the intervention and to provide feedback for modification.
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
- Sex
- Female
- Target Recruitment
- 50
Eligible participants were: 1) be ages 18-64, 2) identify as AA and female, 3) own a smartphone, 4) be able to provide consent, 5) not regularly physically active (i.e. less than 90 mins. of MVPA per week, 6) medically cleared for PA, 7) have a valid email address, and 9) no previous engagement in the study.
Individuals were excluded if they report, 1) physical limitations to PA engagement, 2) significant medical conditions (e.g. heart failure), 3) planned surgery in the next 6 months, 4) pregnant or plan to become pregnant in the next 6 months. -
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- PARALLEL
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Metada data collected from app system 8 weeks This information will inform usage of patterns of participants, including how frequently the logged into the app system and the component of the app the more frequently or less frequently Time Frame: 8weeks
System Usability Scale (SUS)--app satisfaction End of 8 weeks Description: The SUS measures ability of technology software. High levels of usability and acceptability of the app will be determined by a score greater than 70 on the SUS. Information will be used for improvement of the software.
Time Frame: 8 weeks study
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Accelerometer/actigraph data baseline, 8 weeks, 6-month follow-up Actigraph data will be analyzed to explore potential changes over time objectively collected min/week of MVPA
Physical activity constructs baseline, 8 weeks, 6-month follow-up Assess changes in theoretical related constructs for physical activity, Stages of Change, Self-efficacy for Exercise, Physical Activity Enjoyment. Changes in mean scores from baseline to end intervention (8 weeks) will be assessed. Additionally changes in mean scores for these measures from end of intervention (8 weeks) and 6 month follow-up after controlling for baseline will be be explored.
Fitbit data Participants will wear this device daily during the active phase of the 8-week intervention and also until follow-up/ 6-month follow up Fitbit data will be explored to estimate the effect of the intervention on mean steps/week over time
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Stony Brook University
🇺🇸Stony Brook, New York, United States
Stony Brook University🇺🇸Stony Brook, New York, United States