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NCT Number: NCT05538013

Obesity Awareness, Physical Activity Level and Sedentary Behavior in Obese Women

It is known that the incidence of obesity, which is a global health problem, is higher in women. The aim of this study is to examine the relationship of obesity awareness with physical activity level and sedentary behavior in obese women.

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Key information

Conditions

Obesity Behavior Body Weight Motor Activity Nutrition Disorders Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases Overnutrition Overweight Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms

Age range

18 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Bezmi Alem Vakıf University

Istanbul, 34000, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Obese people are at risk for medical conditions that can lead to greater morbidity and mortality. It is known that the incidence of obesity, which is a global health problem, is higher in women. Lack of physical activity and sedentary behavior are well-known risk factors for obesity and the relationship between them has been supported by many studies. As a matter of fact, some studies have reported that public health programs should focus on increasing individuals' physical activity levels as well as reducing sitting time. While examining the sedentary behavior and physical activity levels of obese women, evaluating their obesity awareness status, can facilitate increasing their awareness of the disease, initiating and complying with treatment. The aim of this study is to examine the relationship of obesity awareness with physical activity level and sedentary behavior in obese women.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • The women who are ages between 18-65 years,
  • BMI ≥ 30.0 kg/m2 according to WHO classification.

Exclusion criteria

  • BMI < 30.0 kg/m2 according to WHO classification,
  • Male participants,
  • Inability to cooperate with assessments,
  • Those who have had severe trauma or surgery that limit physical activities in the last 6 months,
  • Those who have orthopedic, neurological, cardiovascular problems that limit / prevent ambulation,
  • Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy,
  • Individuals are included in a rehabilitation program.

Treatment and study plan

survey evaluation

Other

Obesity awareness, physical activity, and sedentary time questionnaires will be applied to these cases.

Primary outcomes

  1. Obesity Awareness

    Time frame: baseline

    Obesity awareness will be measured by Obesity Awareness Insight Scale and Obesity.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Sedentary Behavior Questionnaire

    Time frame: baseline

    It is a questionnaire developed to evaluate the time spent performing 9 sedentary behaviors on a normal weekday and weekend day. The questionnaire has nine different response options. For the total score, the durations of the behaviors in hours are added separately as weekdays and weekends. To obtain the average sedentary behavior times for weekdays and weekends, the total duration of the week is multiplied by 5, and the total duration of the weekend is multiplied by 2.

  2. International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short Form

    Time frame: baseline

    The questionnaire allows calculation of metabolic equivalent (MET) by measuring frequency, duration and physical activity intensity level in the last seven days and shows weekly physical activity amount. It is calculated as weekly working hours (MET-min/week). Physical activity levels of individuals according to the calculated MET value: (1) <600 MET-min/week not active (sedentary, inactive), (2) 600-3000 MET-min/week minimally active, and (3) >3000 MET-min/week very active (physical activity that increases well-being) classified as.

  3. Waist circumference

    Time frame: baseline

    Waist circumference will be measured with a tape measure in the standing position, by determining the midpoint between the lowest rib and the iliac crest from the exposed waist circumference.

  4. Body fat-muscle ratios

    Time frame: baseline

    These measurements will be determined by bioelectrical impedance.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Biruni University

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Registry information

Official study title

Investigation of the Relationship of Obesity Awareness With Physical Activity Level and Sedentary Behavior in Obese Women

Important dates

Study start
2022
Primary completion
2022
Study completion
2022
First posted
Sep 13, 2022
Registry last updated
Nov 16, 2022

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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