Promoting physical activity in inactive women through peer support
A Peer-Based Approach to Enhance Physical Activity in Dyads of Inactive Women
This study tests if pairing inactive women with a buddy and a health coach can help them get more active compared to going solo with a regular program.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Houston, Texas) |
| Trial ID | NCT05053113 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates a peer-based intervention aimed at increasing moderate-intensity physical activity among inactive women. Participants will be paired with a partner and receive support from a health coach through phone calls and activity monitoring using FitBits. The study compares the effectiveness of this dyadic approach to an individual behavioral intervention, focusing on social support and motivation. Outcomes will include physical activity levels, strength, blood pressure, and other health metrics.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 18-65 who are physically inactive and can enroll with a partner.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently pregnant or actively participating in other physical activity programs may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance physical activity levels and overall health in inactive women, potentially reducing obesity-related health risks.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that peer support can effectively promote physical activity, making this approach promising yet still innovative.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Self-identify as female * Age 18-65 years * Speak English or Spanish * Physically able to engage in low-to-moderate PA as assessed by the PA Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q), or with medical clearance * Insufficient self-reported moderate-to-vigorous PA (\< 150 minutes/week) * Able to enroll with one eligible adult female partner * Valid home address in the greater Houston area * Have a functioning smartphone and able and willing to send and receive text messages * Willing to use the Fitbit app and device * Blood pressure reading \< 160/100 mm Hg, or with medical clearance Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy or considering pregnancy during the study period, self-reported * Currently participating in a program or research study to promote physical activity or weight loss * Plans to move outside the greater Houston area during the study period
Where this trial is running
Houston, Texas
- M D Anderson Cancer Center — Houston, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Larkin Strong — M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Larkin Strong
- Email: LLStrong@mdanderson.org
- Phone: 713-563-8930
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.