Randomised-controlled feasibility study evaluating the REgulate your SItting Time (RESIT) intervention for reducing...

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• Behavioral Science
• Diabetes Management

Background:

• Sedentary behavior is a significant concern for adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
• The REgulate your SItting Time (RESIT) intervention was developed to reduce sitting time and increase breaks in sitting for this population.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report findings from a process evaluation of a feasibility trial for the RESIT intervention.
• To assess the feasibility and acceptability of RESIT components in adults with T2DM.

Main Methods:

• A mixed-methods process evaluation was conducted within a randomized controlled feasibility trial.
• The study involved remote delivery of a tailored intervention including online education, health coaching, and self-monitoring technology.
• Data were collected via questionnaires and interviews from intervention and control participants, and health coaches.

Main Results:

• The online education component showed high completion (82%) and engagement rates.
• Self-monitoring technology (apps, wearables) was well-utilized, with 73% of participants using it at 6 months.
• Health coaching was highly engaged with, perceived as enjoyable and useful, and identified behavior change strategies and barriers.

Conclusions:

• The RESIT intervention demonstrated successful components including online education, health coaching, and technology use.
• Process evaluation identified effective strategies and barriers for reducing sedentary behavior in adults with T2DM.
• Findings support the refinement of RESIT for future definitive trials and broader implementation.