Promoting active living and healthy choices in kids
The Healthy Kids+ Initiative: Promoting Active Living Through Healthy Choices
NA · New Mexico State University · NCT05563506
This study is trying out a program that encourages kids aged 8-11 to be more active and make healthier choices in their daily lives through fun after-school activities.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 8 Years to 11 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | New Mexico State University (other) |
| Locations | 2 sites (Las Cruces, New Mexico and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05563506 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This initiative aims to enhance lifestyle behaviors among children aged 8-11 years through a community-engaged program integrated into after-school activities. The Healthy Kids+ initiative focuses on promoting physical activity, healthy dietary intake, reduced screen time, and adequate sleep. By implementing weekly programming, the study will evaluate changes in self-efficacy, self-esteem, and readiness to change in participants. The program will involve lessons and activities designed to help children adopt healthier habits and maintain these changes over time.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this initiative are children aged 8-11 years who are enrolled in the after-school program at the selected sites.
Not a fit: Children not enrolled in the after-school program at the selected sites may not benefit from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced obesity rates among children.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on similar community-engaged approaches to promote healthy behaviors in children have shown promising results.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Children ages 8-11 years enrolled in the after-school program at the selected sites. Exclusion Criteria: * Children not enrolled in the after-school program at the selected sites.
Where this trial is running
Las Cruces, New Mexico and 1 other locations
- Loma Heights Elementary School — Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States (RECRUITING)
- University Hills Elementary — Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Dejan Magoc, PhD — New Mexico State University
- Study coordinator: Dejan Magoc, PhD
- Email: dmagoc@nmsu.edu
- Phone: 386-507-4000
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.
Conditions: Health Behavior, physical activity, dietary intake, use of technology, sleep