Adherence
Group-based obesity treatment yields significantly greater short-term weight loss compared to individual treatment, even when participants prefer individual care.
If you are struggling with weight loss, consider joining a group program rather than doing it alone. The social support and accountability in a group setting can lead to better results, even if you initially prefer individual attention. Stick to the program for at least 20 weeks to see significant benefits.
At 20 weeks, greater weight loss was noted among those in group versus individual treatment, with losses of 13% versus 10.6% (P = 0.05), respectively.
Why this rating
Retrospective chart review, non-randomized, small sample size (n=86), but statistically significant results.
Source
Advantages of Group Treatment and Structured Exercise in Promoting Short-Term Weight Loss and Cardiovascular Risk Reduction in Adults With Central Obesity
Wendy M. Miller et al. · Metabolic Syndrome and Related Disorders · 2009
DOI 10.1089/met.2008.0103
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