Pilot Test of Five Weight Neutral Interventions to Improve Health Among Adults of Higher Body Weight
Optimizing a Weight Neutral Intervention to Improve Health Among Adults of Higher Body Weight: A MOST Preparation Phase Study
Who can join
Ages 18 and older · All sexes · Healthy volunteers welcome
Full eligibility criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years and older * BMI between 25-40 (if BMI is between 25-30 then additional cardiometabolic risk factor must be present including hypertension, high cholesterol, prediabetes or type 2 diabetes) Exclusion Criteria: * current participation in a formal weight loss program * current use of weight loss medication * history of bariatric surgery * physical condition that would limit the ability to engage in moderate intensity physical activity * current pregnancy * recent weight loss of 5% body weight * condition that may interfere with ability to complete the study procedures
About the study
The purpose of this research study is to pilot test five different, group based and remotely delivered programs designed to support healthy eating and regular physical activity. Each group will contain information and support for healthy eating and physical activity. Groups may also include support to 1) eat with more awareness of hunger and fullness, 2) improve how people think and feel about their bodies, and/or 3) identify ways to be physically active that are more enjoyable. Each group will include a unique combination of these components and the goal is to assess overall satisfaction and engagement with each of the programs.
What is being tested
- Mediterranean eating style (behavioral)
- Physical activity (behavioral)
- Mindful Eating (behavioral)
- Body Appreciation (behavioral)
- Enjoyable Exercise (behavioral)
Sponsor: The Miriam Hospital · Participants: 50 · Started: Dec 31, 2025
Contact the study team
- KayLoni Olson, PhD · Phone: 401-793-8971
Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT07363616
Locations in the U.S.
| Rhode Island | Weight Control and Diabetes Research Center, Providence |
Conditions
From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 30, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.