De Pié y a Movernos: Helping older Latinx adults be more active
De Pié y a Movernos Study: Promoting physical activity in older Latinx adults
This project helps older Latinx adults increase their physical activity to lower their risk for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11110374 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project aims to create a physical activity program specifically for Latinx adults aged 55 to 89 years, adapting it to be culturally relevant. The program involves a 16-week, fully remote intervention where participants receive a Fitbit activity tracker and health coaching. It focuses on helping individuals gradually increase their movement, reduce sitting, and build confidence in engaging in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. Participants will also identify a support person and receive feedback to help them meet their goals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are Latinx adults between 55 and 89 years old who are interested in increasing their physical activity.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Latinx, are outside the specified age range, or are unable to participate in a remote physical activity program may not receive direct benefit from this specific intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could provide a culturally tailored and accessible way for older Latinx adults to reduce their risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias through increased physical activity.
How similar studies have performed: This project builds on previous pilot work by the team, suggesting a foundation of initial success or feasibility for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- Kaiser Foundation Research Institute — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rosenberg, Dori E — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Rosenberg, Dori E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.