Social cognitive changes following weight loss and physical activity interventions in obese, older adults in poor cardiovascular health.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The study objectives were to determine (a) the effects of group-mediated cognitive-behavioral interventions on change in performance self-efficacy, satisfaction with function, and with appearance among older, overweight/obese adults in poor cardiovascular health and (b) whether self-efficacy mediated change in 400-m walk time.

Methods

This translational, randomized controlled trial of physical activity and weight loss was conducted within community Cooperative Extension Centers. Participants were randomized to three intervention arms: Physical Activity, Weight Loss + Physical Activity, or a Successful Aging education control.

Results

Across 18 months, the Weight Loss + Physical Activity intervention demonstrated greater improvements in self-efficacy, satisf

SUBMITTER: Brawley L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3593110 | biostudies-literature | 2012 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature