Improving daily walking in people at risk for heart disease
Influencing Basic Behavioral Mechanisms of Action while targeting Daily Walking in Those at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease: Science of Behavior Change Factorial Experiment of Behavioral Change
This study is looking for ways to help people who don't walk much and are at risk for heart problems to increase their daily steps by at least 1000, using different friendly techniques that boost confidence in their ability to be active.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Feinstein Institute for Medical Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Manhasset, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10880434 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different behavior change techniques can help increase daily walking by at least 1000 steps in individuals who are very sedentary and at risk for cardiovascular disease. The study uses a randomized factorial experiment to test four specific techniques aimed at enhancing self-efficacy, which is the belief in one's ability to succeed. Participants will be monitored using accelerometers to track their walking progress and assess the effectiveness of each technique over time. The goal is to identify which methods are most effective in promoting physical activity and improving health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who are sedentary and at elevated risk for cardiovascular disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are already highly active or do not have cardiovascular disease risk factors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective strategies for increasing physical activity in at-risk populations, ultimately reducing the incidence of cardiovascular disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that behavior change techniques can improve self-efficacy and physical activity, but this study aims to isolate the effects of specific techniques in a novel way.
Where this research is happening
Manhasset, United States
- Feinstein Institute for Medical Research — Manhasset, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Davidson, Karina W. — Feinstein Institute for Medical Research
- Study coordinator: Davidson, Karina W.
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.