The sedentary behavior reduction in pregnancy intervention (SPRING) pilot and feasibility randomized trial.

ABSTRACT: Pregnant individuals rarely achieve moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity recommendations.Purpose The sedentary behavior reduction in pregnancy intervention (SPRING) pilot and feasibility randomized trial aimed to demonstrate feasibility, acceptability, and initial efficacy of a lower intensity intervention targeting reduced sedentary behavior and increased standing and steps.Methods First trimester pregnant individuals at risk for high sedentary behavior and adverse pregnancy outcomes (APO) were randomized 2:1 to a multi-component sedentary behavior reduction intervention or no-contact control. Intervention components included biweekly remote health coaching, wearable activity monitor, height-adjustable workstation, and a private Facebook group. Evidence-based behavioral target

SUBMITTER: Gibbs BB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11007988 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature