Physical Activity and Education Program for Somali Women
| Status: | Recruiting |
|---|---|
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 18 - 65 |
| Updated: | 4/2/2016 |
| Start Date: | September 2014 |
| End Date: | September 2017 |
Physical Activity and Education to Reduce Cancer Risk Among Somali Women (Ladnaan Project)
There is a significant need for culturally adapted and effective health education programs
to address rising rates of obesity and chronic disease concerns for refugee communities.
Physical activity has been identified as an important prevention tool to prevent numerous
chronic health conditions. This research tests the feasibility and acceptability of a
culturally adapted physical activity intervention for sedentary adult Somali women. Study
participants will be randomized to a 3-month physical activity program or a wait-list
control group. The primary outcome is increases in physical activity between baseline and
the end of the program as measured by pedometer.
to address rising rates of obesity and chronic disease concerns for refugee communities.
Physical activity has been identified as an important prevention tool to prevent numerous
chronic health conditions. This research tests the feasibility and acceptability of a
culturally adapted physical activity intervention for sedentary adult Somali women. Study
participants will be randomized to a 3-month physical activity program or a wait-list
control group. The primary outcome is increases in physical activity between baseline and
the end of the program as measured by pedometer.
Participants in the physical activity program will participate in 12 weekly 1.5-hour
sessions focused on increasing physical activity. The group sessions will include
participating in physical activity as well as group discussions on the barriers and
opportunities for increasing physical activity in their daily life. The 12-week program
covers educational topics related to physical activity (e.g. overcoming barriers to
activity, exercising safely, relapse prevention strategies) and the program gradually
increases the amount of physical activity completed during the group sessions over the
course of the 12 weeks. Over a 3-month wait period, individuals in the wait-list control
group will be offered monthly sessions on health and wellness topics before being offered
the physical activity program. Measurement visits will occur at baseline, at the end of
the12-week program, and approximately 12-weeks after the end of the intervention. During the
measurement sessions participants will complete assessments related to their physical
activity and other health behaviors.
sessions focused on increasing physical activity. The group sessions will include
participating in physical activity as well as group discussions on the barriers and
opportunities for increasing physical activity in their daily life. The 12-week program
covers educational topics related to physical activity (e.g. overcoming barriers to
activity, exercising safely, relapse prevention strategies) and the program gradually
increases the amount of physical activity completed during the group sessions over the
course of the 12 weeks. Over a 3-month wait period, individuals in the wait-list control
group will be offered monthly sessions on health and wellness topics before being offered
the physical activity program. Measurement visits will occur at baseline, at the end of
the12-week program, and approximately 12-weeks after the end of the intervention. During the
measurement sessions participants will complete assessments related to their physical
activity and other health behaviors.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Sedentary (less than 90 minutes per week of moderate or vigorous physical activity)
- Self-identify as Somali
- Planning on living in the area for the next 6 months
- Ability to attend 12-weeks of in-person group sessions at a designated community site
Exclusion Criteria:
- Currently pregnant or within 3 months of delivery
- BMI greater than or equal to 40
- Medical conditions or physical problems that interfere with physical activity or
require medical supervision to exercise
- Have another member of the household participating in the study
- Employment by one of the collaborating organizations
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