Implementation of Lifestyle Modification Program Focusing on Physical Activity and Dietary Habits in a Large Group, Community-Based Setting

Stoutenberg, Mark; Falcon, Ashley; Arheart, Kris; Stasi, Selina; Portacio, Francia; Stepanenko, Bryan A.; Lan, Mary L.; Castruccio-Prince, Catarina; Nackenson, Joshua

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“…Recent studies show that educational strategies developed for adults and structured around a theoretical basis are effective in promoting a small to moderate effect on PA (Heath et al, 2012; Sanchez, Bully, Martinez, & Grandes, 2015), healthy dietary habits, and in improving nutritional status (Carlson, Sallis, Ramirez, Patrick, & Norman, 2012; Stoutenberg et al, 2017). However, systematic reviews show that few studies report what theories were used in the interventions (Cervato-Mancuso, Vincha, & Santiago, 2016).…”

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Effectiveness of the VAMOS Strategy for Increasing Physical Activity and Healthy Dietary Habits: A Randomized Controlled Community Trial

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This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the VAMOS strategy (Health-Improving Active Life) in improving physical activity (PA), dietary habits, and anthropometric variables of primary health care (PHC) users in Brazil. A randomized controlled community trial was conducted at two units of the Health Academy Program (HAP; a service provided by PHC), which were randomly assigned either to control group (CG) or intervention group (IG). Participants in both groups (CG = 156 and IG = 135) took part in physical activity classes provided by HAP facilities with those in IG also participating in the VAMOS strategy for 12 weeks. This strategy is based on social cognitive theory. The main behavioral constructs addressed were self-efficacy, goal setting, self-monitoring, identification of social support and barriers, and solutions for the identified barriers. Physical activity was measured with accelerometers, and nutritional status was assessed using dietary habits questionnaires and anthropometric measurements. Intention-to-treat analysis revealed that participants in IG increased the daily time of moderate-vigorous PA and the frequency of raw vegetable intake, while the intake of ultra-processed foods was reduced. Weight loss among participants who were classified as overweight/obese at baseline was observed in the intervention group compared to control. These results suggest that the VAMOS strategy was effective in increasing PA, healthy dietary habits, and decreasing weight among PHC users. Therefore, VAMOS could be used as a strategy to strengthen individuals’ autonomy regarding healthy choices and improve their overall health.

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“…Another study was done aimed at determining whether a PA and nutrition-based lifestyle modification program could be effectively conducted. With 121 participants and a 16-week-long community-based setting, the program improved PA, body weight, as well as PA social support and eating habits’ self-efficacy (Stoutenberg et al, 2017).…”

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“…Several community-based lifestyle modification programs have been effective in large, mixed gender, group settings (Hetherington, Borodzicz, & Shing, 2015;Stoutenberg et al, 2017;West, Elaine Prewitt, Bursac, & Felix, 2008). Within a mixed group setting, there is a greater opportunity for both genders to learn from and positively influence each other to make better health choices (Friedman, Thomas, Owens, & Hebert, 2012;Vimalananda et al, 2016).…”

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Informing the Adaptation and Implementation of a Lifestyle Modification Program in Hispanics: A Qualitative Study Among Low-Income Hispanic Adults

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Low-income Hispanics are a hard to reach population that face unique challenges in achieving behavior change. Understanding such challenges can inform the adaptation of lifestyle behavioral interventions and increase participant engagement. This descriptive qualitative study aimed to (1) inform lifestyle modification programs focused on improving the physical activity and healthy eating of low-income Hispanic adults and (2) explore potential gender differences necessary for consideration. Five gender-specific focus groups were conducted with Hispanic adults from a free community clinic (n ¼ 45, 64% women, 53.1 + 10.1 years). Sessions were audio-recorded, transcribed, and coded using a general inductive approach. The qualitative software program Dedoose was used to perform a content analysis. Emergent themes included topics of interest, methods of increasing engagement in healthy behaviors, and the delivery of lifestyle modification programs. Men expressed greater interest in physical activity, while women desired to learn about healthy eating. Men described the importance of physician communication, while women focused on the role of social support as facilitators for participating in such programs. Both genders described education as key to behavior change and viewed text messaging as a valuable complement. Results from this study can inform the adaptation of lifestyle modification programs and increase the engagement of low-income Hispanic populations.

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“…The primary focus of the newsletter was to increase self-efficacy for improving dietary habits and increasing physical activity. Self-efficacy plays an important role in both the adoption and maintenance of lifestyle behaviors in adult populations (Stoutenberg et al, 2016). Self-efficacy is the confidence individuals have in their ability to perform a specific behavior such as physical activity and diet.…”

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“…Self-efficacy is the confidence individuals have in their ability to perform a specific behavior such as physical activity and diet. In both descriptive and experimental studies, self-efficacy has been shown to be a consistent predictor of short- and long-term success in changing health-related behaviors, including physical activity and healthy eating (Hamilton, Warner, & Schwarzer, 2016; Stoutenberg et al, 2016).…”

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A Minimal Contact Diet and Physical Activity Intervention for White-Collar Workers

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Bailey

Gretebeck

2016

Workplace Health Saf

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Minimal contact lifestyle interventions with multiple components coupled with health screening have the potential to improve worker health. The purpose of this study was to test a minimal contact multiple component lifestyle diet and exercise intervention. The multiple components that were included in this project included a worksite health screening, brief counseling session, emailed newsletter, and a pedometer. In response to the intervention, participants reported an increase in green salad, fruit, and vegetable consumption as well as an increase in self-efficacy for consuming three servings of fruits and vegetables a day. Study participants also demonstrated a significant increase in physical activity as shown by their responses to the question, "During leisure time I walk." A minimal contact multiple component worksite health promotion program with relatively high feasibility and low cost can improve workers' health-related behaviors, and participants can become more aware of their health.

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Implementation of Lifestyle Modification Program Focusing on Physical Activity and Dietary Habits in a Large Group, Community-Based Setting

Abstract: A lifestyle modification program can be successfully implemented in a community setting using a large group format to improve PA and FAV attitudes and behaviors.

Cited by 7 publications

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Effectiveness of the VAMOS Strategy for Increasing Physical Activity and Healthy Dietary Habits: A Randomized Controlled Community Trial

Effectiveness of the VAMOS Strategy for Increasing Physical Activity and Healthy Dietary Habits: A Randomized Controlled Community Trial

Informing the Adaptation and Implementation of a Lifestyle Modification Program in Hispanics: A Qualitative Study Among Low-Income Hispanic Adults

A Minimal Contact Diet and Physical Activity Intervention for White-Collar Workers

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