Efficacy of a multi-component intervention to promote physical activity among Latino adults: A randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT: Physical inactivity is highly prevalent in Latinos. Use of smartphone technology may improve physical activity (PA) among Latino adults. We sought to determine the efficacy of a multi-component intervention to promote PA among Latino adults. We conducted a 3-month, 2-arm randomized trial among Latino adults with one or more risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD). We adapted a scripted, counseling approach into text messages and combined this intervention with brief motivational interviewing delivered by telephone. We compared this intervention to a control group. Both groups received a handout on the benefits of PA. During the baseline visit, participants completed a validated medical history survey as well as an assessment of quality of life and exercise behaviors. The primary outc

SUBMITTER: Collins TC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6704049 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature