Lifestyle Coaching for Obesity
(FireFit Trial)
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, if you are using anti-obesity drugs, you must have stopped them at least 6 months before joining the trial.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Lifestyle Coaching for obesity?
Research shows that lifestyle coaching, like the CooL program, can help adults with obesity make lasting changes in their lifestyle, leading to weight loss and improved quality of life. Additionally, telephonic lifestyle coaching has been effective in reducing weight and improving health in people with serious mental illness.12345
Is lifestyle coaching safe for humans?
How does lifestyle coaching differ from other treatments for obesity?
Lifestyle coaching for obesity is unique because it focuses on personalized support to help individuals change their diet and physical activity habits, often using remote methods like online or telephone coaching. This approach can be more accessible and flexible compared to traditional in-person treatments, and it emphasizes long-term behavior change rather than just short-term weight loss.168910
What is the purpose of this trial?
Our goal is to explore the effectiveness of 9- month lifestyle medicine based coaching intervention (individual and group coaching) versus control (usual care/ written health instructions). The primary study outcomes will be mean changes in body composition metrics . Secondary outcomes will be the prevalence of metabolic abnormities, progression/regression of Metabolic Syndrome, push-up \& sit/stand capacity, self-reported physical activity, and quality of life/diet/sleep measures.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for obese firefighters looking to improve their health. Participants should be willing to undergo a 9-month lifestyle coaching program, which includes both individual and group sessions. They must be open to having their body composition, metabolic health, exercise capacity, and quality of life assessed.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Assessment
Participants complete a baseline health assessment including lifestyle scores, body composition, metabolic/hormonal indices, physical fitness, and behavioral health screens
Treatment
Participants receive either general health instructions or individual and group lifestyle coaching interventions for 9 months
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in body composition, metabolic health, and lifestyle behaviors
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Lifestyle Coaching
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Cambridge Health Alliance
Lead Sponsor
Ardmore Institute of Health
Collaborator