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Can a culturally adapted yoga program help black adults move more and boost wellbeing?

NCT ID NCT05922943

Symptom relief Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests a yoga-based program called Harmony & Health, designed specifically for Black adults who sit a lot and don't get enough exercise. The program combines gentle movements, breathing exercises, and meditation to help reduce sitting time, increase physical activity, and improve overall wellbeing. About 251 participants in the Houston area will be randomly assigned to the program or a control group, and their progress will be tracked through questionnaires.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Harmony & Health program (yoga-based behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a practical, culturally tailored way to help Black adults sit less, move more, and feel better mentally and emotionally.
What could go wrong
This is a community-based study with subjective measures like questionnaires, so results may be less definitive. The program may not work for everyone or lead to lasting changes.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

251 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2024

Expected to finish

Jun 2029

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 18 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adults ≥18 years old 2. Self-identify as Black or African American 3. Self-reports MVPA \<150 minutes/week 4. Self-reports sedentary time ≥6 hours/ day 5. Body mass index \[BMI\] ≥25.0 kg/m2 based on self-reported height and weight (and verified at baseline) 6. Able to pass the modified Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) or provide physician's clearance to participate 7. Willing to be randomized to intervention or control 8. Comfortable participating in group-based physical activity 9. Able to read, speak, and write in English 10. Able to provide written informed consent without assistance Exclusion Criteria: 1. \< 18 years old 2. Self-reports MVPA .150 minutes/week 3. Self-reports sedentary time \<6 hours/day 4. Not classified as overweight or obese (BMI \<25.0 kg/m2) 5. Absolute contraindications to unassisted physical activity (e.g. acute MI, orthopedic and musculoskeletal limitations) 6. Practicing yoga or enrolled in another program targeting physical activity, sedentary behavior, or weight loss in the last 6 months 7. Previously participated in Harmony \& Health 8. Pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the next 6 months 9. Planning to move from the Houston area within the next 6 months

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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