Adherence
A 6-month technology-assisted lifestyle intervention (eCMP) comprising virtual stress management, behavioral diet counseling, and in-person physical activity sessions significantly reduces body weight and waist circumference in high-risk adults with cardiometabolic risk factors.
If you are at high risk for heart disease or diabetes, a structured 6-month program using video calls, online resources, and in-person exercise sessions can help you lose weight and reduce your waist size. The key is consistency: attending about half of the virtual sessions and some of the in-person exercise classes. You will need internet access and a willingness to use basic technology like a fitness tracker and online portal.
Both groups significantly lost weight and reduced waist circumference at 6 months, with some cardiometabolic factors trending accordingly.
Why this rating
Randomized controlled trial with high retention (86-93%) and blinded outcome assessments, though it is a pilot study with a modest sample size (n=74).
Source
The Electronic CardioMetabolic Program (eCMP) for Patients With Cardiometabolic Risk: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Kristen MJ Azar et al. · Journal of Medical Internet Research · 2016
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