Enhancing church programs to promote physical activity among Latinas
Enhancing Capacity in Faith-based Organizations to Implement and Sustain Multilevel Innovations to Improve Physical Activity
This study is testing if improving church programs can help Latina women get more active and stay healthy over a year.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 560 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | San Diego State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (San Diego, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT05473871 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to improve physical activity levels among adult Latinas by leveraging the influence of churches in their communities. It employs a cluster randomized controlled design, assigning faith-based organizations to different intervention conditions, including standard implementation and enhanced strategies that involve training church leaders and empowering community health workers. The study will assess the effectiveness of these strategies over a 12-month intervention period, followed by a 6-month sustainment phase, to determine their impact on both organizational and individual health outcomes. By focusing on culturally relevant approaches, the study seeks to increase participation in physical activity programs tailored to the unique needs of Latina women.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are self-identifying Latinas aged 18-65 who plan to attend a participating faith-based organization and currently engage in low levels of leisure-time physical activity.
Not a fit: Patients with health conditions that prevent them from engaging in physical activity or those with cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly increase physical activity levels among Latina women, thereby reducing their risk of cardiovascular diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with community-based interventions in similar populations, indicating potential for positive outcomes with this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Self-identifying as Latina * Aged 18-65 years * Planning on attending the FBO for the next 18 months * Low self-reported leisure-time MVPA (\<50 min of weekly leisure MVPA) * No health factors interfering with PA Exclusion Criteria: * Anyone with a health condition precluding them from engaging in PA * Cognitive impairment preventing participation * Inability to complete the informed consent in English or Spanish * Attending other churches besides the church of recruitment
Where this trial is running
San Diego, California
- San Diego State University Research Foundation — San Diego, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Elva Arredondo, PhD — San Diego State University
- Study coordinator: Elva Arredondo, PhD
- Email: earredon@sdsu.edu
- Phone: 619-594-3059
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.