Effectiveness of a Group Lifestyle Balance Class in a Military Population
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Brief Summary
With this study researchers will evaluate the effects of the GLB intervention on weight loss, chronic disease indicators and self-perceived function and well-being in an active duty population. The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of the GLB program \[compared with two currently available programs, the Fitness Improvement Program (FIP) and the Better Body Better Life (BBBL) program\], on the following health indicators: improvement of individual physical fitness as measured by change in abdominal circumference, weight and physical activity; decrease in risk associated with chronic disease as measured by changes in lipid and HbA1c levels; and improvement in self-perceived function and well-being as measured by the RAND 36 Item Short Form Health Survey (RAND SF- 36). In addition, the researchers seek to obtain feedback about the programs from the participants.
Trial Health
Trial Health Score
Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach
participants targeted
Target at P50-P75 for not_applicable
Started Aug 2015
Typical duration for not_applicable
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Study Timeline
Key milestones and dates
Study Start
First participant enrolled
August 11, 2015
CompletedFirst Submitted
Initial submission to the registry
September 15, 2015
CompletedFirst Posted
Study publicly available on registry
September 22, 2015
CompletedPrimary Completion
Last participant's last visit for primary outcome
October 17, 2018
CompletedStudy Completion
Last participant's last visit for all outcomes
October 17, 2018
CompletedResults Posted
Study results publicly available
July 15, 2020
CompletedJuly 15, 2020
July 1, 2020
3.2 years
September 15, 2015
May 12, 2020
July 13, 2020
Conditions
Outcome Measures
Primary Outcomes (2)
Weight
measured on a calibrated human weight scale
6 months
Abdominal Circumference
measurement taken as per Air Force Instruction for the Fitness Assessment
measured at 6 months
Secondary Outcomes (4)
Well-being
6 months
Lipids
6 months
Physical Activity
6 months
HbA1C
6 months
Study Arms (3)
Group Lifestyle Balance
ACTIVE COMPARATORParticipants receive the Group Lifestyle Balance intervention as per the standard curriculum
Better Body Better Life
ACTIVE COMPARATORParticipants receive the Better Body Better Life intervention as per the standard curriculum
Fitness Improvement Program
ACTIVE COMPARATORParticipants take the Fitness Improvement Program on-line
Interventions
The content of the GLB program consists of educating participants about the association between high calorie and fat intake with excessive weight, how to determine the fat and calorie content of foods they eat, and how to make changes in their diet to reduce the fat and calorie content. Participants are also given information about increasing activity in their daily routines. In addition, they are given information about negative behaviors that lead to overeating and decreased activity and are taught ways to develop positive behaviors to facilitate weight loss and increased activity. GLB instructors function as lifestyle coaches for class participants. They provide individual feedback and encouragement on documented eating and activity habits. The instructors make themselves available to be contacted by participants outside of class to address participant concerns and issues as needed
The BBBL program is an Air Force weight management program.). It was created based on the Adult Learning Model and consists of 5 independent modules that are taught in-person to groups of up to 15-20 individuals. Each module is done in a classroom and is 2 hours long. One module per week is offered. Individuals can attend the modules in any order but they are required to complete a pre-survey and 3-day food record prior to attending their first class
The FIP is a standardized course that can be accessed on-line through the Advanced Distributed Learning Service (ADLS) and takes approximately 90 minutes to view all of the course material. The on-line FIP can be done all in one sitting or in segments. There is no restriction on the frequency with which the FIP is viewed however, because it is accessed through ADLS, it may be difficult to view at a non-military computer. The FIP consists of an introduction, three core components (nutrition, physical training, and spiritual well-being), and a summary. Each section has a short video presentation. The core components have short quizzes at the end to assess knowledge and the training asks participants to set goals. Participants are then responsible for using the information for their own self-directed program.
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if:
- An active duty member of the USAF
- Have at least one of the following conditions:
- An abdominal circumference over 35 inches for men or 31.5 inches for women
- BMI over 25 kg/m2
- Are willing to commit to weekly 1 hour classes for 12 weeks and monthly 1 hour classes for an additional 3 months
You may not qualify if:
- Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Participants who are within 8 months of a Permanent Change of Station or deployment
- Anyone who has been restricted from participating in moderate activity equivalent to a brisk walk
- Taking lipid-lowering or glucose-lowering medication
- Anyone who for medical reasons cannot have a calorie-restricted diet
Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.
Sponsors & Collaborators
Related Publications (1)
Armitage NH, Kramer MK, Nelson MS, Hopkins D, Langeslay R, Thornton JA. Effectiveness of Lifestyle Interventions in an Active Duty Air Force Population. Am J Health Promot. 2021 Jul;35(6):784-793. doi: 10.1177/0890117121997308. Epub 2021 Mar 4.
PMID: 33657870DERIVED
Results Point of Contact
- Title
- Col Nicole Armitage
- Organization
- 711 Human Performance Wing, U.S. Air Force
Publication Agreements
- PI is Sponsor Employee
- No
- Restrictive Agreement
- No
Study Design
- Study Type
- interventional
- Phase
- not applicable
- Allocation
- RANDOMIZED
- Masking
- NONE
- Purpose
- PREVENTION
- Intervention Model
- PARALLEL
- Sponsor Type
- FED
- Responsible Party
- PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
- PI Title
- Chief, Clinical Investigations
Study Record Dates
First Submitted
September 15, 2015
First Posted
September 22, 2015
Study Start
August 11, 2015
Primary Completion
October 17, 2018
Study Completion
October 17, 2018
Last Updated
July 15, 2020
Results First Posted
July 15, 2020
Record last verified: 2020-07
Data Sharing
- IPD Sharing
- Will not share