Digital coaching aims to boost heart health in obesity
NCT ID NCT05803304
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a web-based program called PATH can help adults with obesity become more physically active and stick to recommended exercise levels. Participants are randomly assigned to either the PATH program, which includes personalized coaching and online resources, or a control group. The study measures changes in weekly moderate-to-vigorous activity, step counts, and cardiovascular risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol. The goal is to see if this digital approach can support lasting lifestyle changes that improve heart health.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- PATH intervention, a web-based physical activity program with health coaching
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this program could offer a scalable way to help adults with obesity meet physical activity guidelines and reduce cardiovascular risk.
- What could go wrong
- The trial is small and early, and results may not apply broadly. Adherence to the program could be low, and the effect on heart health may be modest.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
-
Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States
More trials for these conditions
Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.
- Can a new stomach and gut bypass surgery tackle obesity and diabetes?
- Can better healthcare access save hearts after prison?
- Can a Two-Drug combo tip the scales against obesity?
- Can Weight-Loss surgery change how medications work?
- Can lifestyle choices after a stroke extend life and prevent a second one?
- Could a simple health chat slash heart disease and cancer risk?