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Clinic-based vs. home-based interventions for preventing weight gain in men
E A Leermarkers1, J M Jakicic, J Viteri
1Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, PA 15213, USA.
Obesity Research
|September 17, 1998
Summary
Both clinic-based and home-based weight management programs effectively reduced weight gain in men aged 25-40. Interventions focused on exercise and diet showed significant results, particularly for those with a higher body mass index.
Area of Science:
- Exercise physiology
- Weight management science
- Public health interventions
Background:
- Weight gain is common in men aged 25-40.
- Lifestyle interventions are crucial for preventing obesity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare clinic-based (CB) and home-based (HB) weight gain prevention programs.
- To evaluate interventions focused on aerobic exercise and reduced fat intake.
Main Methods:
- 67 sedentary men (BMI 22-30) were randomized into CB, HB, or control groups.
- Interventions lasted 4 months, focusing on exercise and diet.
- Outcomes were reassessed after 4 months.
Main Results:
- Combined CB and HB groups lost 1.6 kg vs. 0.2 kg gain in controls (p<0.01).
- Men with BMI 27-30 showed the most significant weight loss (-2.7 kg).
- No significant difference in adherence or outcomes between CB and HB programs.
Conclusions:
- Both clinic-based and home-based interventions show promise for preventing weight gain in young men.
- Interventions are particularly effective for individuals who are slightly overweight.
- Further research with larger, diverse samples is recommended.