Booster interventions to sustain physical activity in middle-aged adults
Author Information
Author(s): Scott Emma J, Dimairo Munyaradzi, Hind Daniel, Goyder Elizabeth, Copeland Robert J, Breckon Jeff D, Crank Helen, Walters Stephen J, Loban Amanda, Cooper Cindy L
Primary Institution: Sheffield Hallam University
Hypothesis
Does providing motivational interviewing three months after initial advice sustain physical activity levels in those who recently became active?
Conclusion
The main study will continue with a target of 600 participants, but strategies to improve recruitment and follow-up are necessary.
Supporting Evidence
- 60 participants were recruited from a mailout of 3,300.
- 79% of those allocated boosters received them per protocol.
- 37 participants were retained at three months.
Takeaway
This study is trying to help people stay active by giving them extra support after they start exercising.
Methodology
Participants aged 40-64 from deprived areas were recruited and randomly assigned to receive motivational interviewing boosters or no further intervention.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-selection of participants who were interested in the intervention.
Limitations
The study faced challenges in recruitment and retention of participants.
Participant Demographics
47 participants, aged 40-64, predominantly female (68%), mostly White-British.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 380 to 570
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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