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Healthy Bodies, Healthy Hearts: A Physical Activity Intervention Trial

Phase 1
Completed
Conditions
Obesity
High Blood Pressure
Cardiovascular Disease
Registration Number
NCT01099007
Lead Sponsor
University of Pittsburgh
Brief Summary

The overall aim of Healthy Bodies, Healthy Hearts research study is to promote physical activity in women aged 45-65 years to promote reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. The investigators are conducting an intervention for 12 weeks that promotes physical activity through support groups, group exercise sessions or through information that is given at the baseline appointment. Participants will be randomly assigned to a group.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
Female
Target Recruitment
99
Inclusion Criteria
  • Not currently exercising for at least 100 minutes per week
  • Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 25 or greater
  • Has a physician in one of the three participating practices
Exclusion Criteria
  • Not able to walk 1/2 mile or 1 flight of stairs without assistance from another person or an assistive device

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Weight loss6 months

The goal of the intervention is for participants to have a 10% reduction in body weight

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Increase physical activity3 months

The goal of the study is for participants to reach and maintain an average of 150 minutes of moderate to brisk physical activity per week.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

UPMC Montefiore Hospital

🇺🇸

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

UPMC Montefiore Hospital
🇺🇸Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

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