RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06172933

A Text- and Audio-based Intervention to Promote Physical Activity in Midlife


Sponsor

Massachusetts General Hospital

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

Sep 23, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This is a randomized, controlled pilot trial (N=30) to examine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of the Move with Meaning program, an 8- week, text message- and audio-based intervention to promote physical activity in midlife adults.


Eligibility

Min Age: 45 YearsMax Age: 64 Years

Inclusion Criteria3

  • Midlife adults (aged 45-64 years at the time of enrollment)
  • Suboptimal physical activity (\<150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity, measured by accelerometer)
  • Access to a phone capable of receiving text messages and listening to audio files (i.e., a smartphone)

Exclusion Criteria5

  • An unrelated condition limiting physical activity
  • Participation in any other programs focused on cardiac prevention or well-being
  • A cognitive disturbance precluding participation or informed consent
  • Current pregnancy
  • Inability to speak/write fluently in English

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALMove with Meaning

Participants will engage in twice weekly text message sessions, will listen to a weekly audio session, and will work towards a physical activity goal each week, for a total of eight weeks.


Locations(1)

Massachusetts General Hospital

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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