Can faith get latinas off the couch? new trial tests Church-Led exercise programs
NCT ID NCT05473871
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding organizational support to a church-based exercise program helps Latinas become more active. 560 Latina women from 28 churches will be assigned to one of three groups: standard exercise classes, enhanced with leader training and tailored messaging, or enhanced plus community partnerships. The goal is to see if these strategies boost physical activity and reduce heart disease risk over 12 months.
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- Active substance
- Behavioral intervention (group exercise classes, motivational interviewing, health handouts, and organizational strategies)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a scalable model for churches to help Latinas become more active and lower their risk of heart disease.
- What could go wrong
- This is a behavioral study, not a drug trial, so results depend on participation and adherence. The 12-month follow-up is relatively short, and long-term sustainability is uncertain.
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