Recruiting NA Inactivity

New treatment option for Inactivity

Official title Improving Physical Activity Participation in Latinas With Mindfulness

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06848335

What this study is testing

What it's testing
In this study, the investigators are exploring how a mindfulness-based physical activity program can help improve exercise habits and overall health among 258 inactive Latina women aged 18 to 65. The study will be conducted entirely remotely over and 18 month period.
  • Time commitment: about 18 months
  • Which group you join is decided by chance.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 to 65, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.

You may be able to join if

  • Female
  • Generally healthy (If asthma, controlled high blood pressure and/or controlled type II diabetes, may be able to participate with physician consent)
  • Sedentary (defined as participating in MVPA for 60 minutes or less per week and engaging in muscle-strengthening exercise on less than 2 days per...
  • Hispanic or Latina (self-identified)
  • Must be able to read and write in Spanish fluently

You likely can't join if

  • BMI greater than 45
  • Not able to walk continuously for 30 minutes/limited ability to complete daily activity or ability to exercise
  • Exercise is against advice of doctor
  • Inability to walk independently
  • Current or planned pregnancy in the next 12 months
  • Heart disease/treatment
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Female
  • Generally healthy (If asthma, controlled high blood pressure and/or controlled type II diabetes, may be able to participate with physician consent)
  • Sedentary (defined as participating in MVPA for 60 minutes or less per week and engaging in muscle-strengthening exercise on less than 2 days per week)
  • Hispanic or Latina (self-identified)
  • Must be able to read and write in Spanish fluently
  • 18 - 65 years of age
  • Planning on living in the area for the next 18 months
  • Own a cell phone capable of sending and receiving text messages
  • Required to have reliable access to the Internet via a computer or mobile device
  • Must be able to receive materials in the mail, either at your own home or at a mailbox
What rules you out
  • BMI greater than 45
  • Not able to walk continuously for 30 minutes/limited ability to complete daily activity or ability to exercise
  • Exercise is against advice of doctor
  • Inability to walk independently
  • Current or planned pregnancy in the next 12 months
  • Heart disease/treatment
  • Heart murmur
  • Angina/chest pain or Angina/chest pain with exertion
  • Palpitations
  • Stroke/Transient Ischemic Attacks
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease
  • Diabetes that requires insulin
  • Non-insulin dependent diabetes without physician approval to participate
  • Chronic infectious disease- HIV, Hepatitis C but does not have doctor approval
  • Chronic liver disease
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Abnormal EKG on last EKG performed
  • Emphysema, Chronic bronchitis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
  • Seizure in past year
  • Surgery in past year on heart, lung, joint, orthopedic surgery
  • Surgery pending in next year on lung, joint, orthopedic surgery
  • Unusual/concerning shortness of breath
  • Asthma (may be able to participate with physician consent)
  • High blood pressure/high blood pressure medication (may be able to participate with physician consent)
  • Use of Beta Blockers or medicines not approved by doctor.
  • Abnormal Medical Stress Test in the last 12 months
  • Musculoskeletal problems
  • Fainting/dizziness more than 3 times in past year OR which interferes with daily activities OR causes loss of balance
  • Cancer treatment in past 3 months
  • Hospitalized for psychiatric disorder in past 3 years or suicidal
  • Participation in prior Seamos Activas II study or participant in other research study about exercise currently or within the last 6 months ago

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Providence, Rhode Island, United States

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The study runs about 18 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 65 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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