Comparing Self-paced Versus Moderate Intensity Physical Activity Recommendation for Midlife Adults (NCT05285748)
Comparing a Recommendation for Self-paced Versus Moderate Intensity Physical Activity for Midlife Adults: an RCT
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
We will randomly assign (blocked on Gender (female, male, other), body mass index (BMI; overweight \[25 \< BMI \< 30\]) or obese (30 \< BMI \<40) and pain status (chronic pain vs not)) adults ages 50-64 into either; (a) self-selected intensity (i.e., SELF-PACED) or (b) prescribed moderate intensity (i.e., PRESCRIBED) conditions. Prior to randomization, persons responding to our ads will participate in the following: (1) telephone screening with the study research assistant (RA) to establish eligibility; (2) an orientation session to obtain more information about the study; and, after providing informed consent (3) baseline assessment and screening (bodyweight, maximal fitness test, dietary intake, and questionnaires to assess potential covariates). Prior to randomization, the RA will give participants an accelerometer to assess baseline physical activity (PA) behavior over a one-week period. Participants will then be randomized to one of the two study conditions. Following randomization, all participants will receive our theory-based PA promotion intervention to help them overcome barriers to regular PA. All participants will be given chest strap heart rate (HR) monitors and instructions on wrist palpation. Follow-up assessments will consist of accelerometry for one-week periods at months 3, 6, 9, and 12, ecological momentary assessment (EMA) throughout the 12 months and bodyweight at 3-month intervals.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Brown University — Providence, Rhode Island
Age range: 50 Years to 64 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Self-Paced Intensity Physical Activity (BEHAVIORAL)
- Prescribed Moderate Intensity Physical Activity (BEHAVIORAL)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
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📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Brown University — Providence, Rhode Island
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.