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Building Habits Together: Feasibility Trial of an Integrated Mobile and Social Network Weight Loss Intervention
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Building Habits Together Online Weight Loss 6-Week Usability Trial for Obesity. Completed, enrolled 20 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this 6 week single-arm pilot is to evaluate the feasibility of the Habit app plus Facebook group intervention in 20 adults with obesity. Participants will participate in a 6-week version of the intervention which involves receiving a feed based on the Diabetes Prevention Program in a private Facebook group, access to a professional weight loss counselor in the Facebook group, MyFitnessPal, and the Habit app.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The intervention includes: the Facebook-delivered Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Lifestyle Intervention, MyFitnessPal and the Habit app. The DPP will be delivered within a counselor-led private Facebook group. It uses behavioral strategies to help participants 1) achieve a program assigned calorie goal based on amount needed to lose 1-2 pounds per week, 2) develop a healthy diet, and 3) engage in 150-300 minutes per week of moderate intensity exercise. Participants will be instructed to use MyFitnessPal for the first two weeks, the Habit app slip tracker and exercise planner for two weeks, and the Habit app problem solver for two weeks.