Behaviour Change for Physical Activity Is Feasible and Effective in Women Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer: A Pilot Two-Arm Randomised Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Physical activity benefits women with metastatic breast cancer. Past trials are typically well-resourced and supervised, but home-based interventions may be preferable and more accessible. This pilot trial evaluated the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of a remotely delivered behaviour change intervention aiming to increase physical activity for women with metastatic breast cancer.

Methods

A 12-week, two-arm trial involved 20 women with metastatic breast cancer randomised 1:1 to a generic recommendation group or behaviour change group. Both groups received a physical activity recommendation, Fitbit^® watch, diary, and nine phone/video call sessions. The behaviour change group received individualised advice around physical activity benefits

SUBMITTER: Liu M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12839420 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature