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Couples' online weight loss program tested in large study

NCT ID NCT05796141

Disease control Sponsor: University of Connecticut Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests an online weight loss program for couples. It includes 762 married or cohabitating partners who are overweight or obese. The program adds four strategies—like joint goal setting and partner feedback—to a core behavioral weight loss plan. The goal is to see which combination helps couples lose the most weight over 6 months.

What this could mean

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Active substance
behavioral weight loss intervention
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward an effective online program for couples to manage weight together.
What could go wrong
This is an early optimization study, not a final test. The strategies may not lead to significant weight loss, and results may not apply to all couples.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

762 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2024

Expected to finish

Nov 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 75 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Married/cohabitating couple - both partners must be eligible * BMI between 25-55kg/m2 * English speaking/reading * Have a smartphone and reliable internet access * Have active email address * Willing to videoconference Exclusion Criteria: * Report being unable to walk 2 blocks without stopping * Are currently participating in weight loss treatment, have a history of bariatric surgery, or lost ≥5% in the past 6-months * Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during the study period * Report chest pain or loss of consciousness on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire * Report a medical condition that could jeopardize their safety in a weight control program with diet and exercise guidelines * Report conditions that, in the judgment of the PI, would render them unlikely to follow the protocol (e.g. dementia)

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder Overweight

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Overweight and obesity

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UConn's Weight Management Research Group

    Hartford, Connecticut, 06103, United States

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