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Efficacy of a Group-based Videoconference Intervention to Increase Physical Activity in Cancer Survivors
Led by Colorado State University · Updated on 2026-03-31
300
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
12 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
C
Colorado State University
Lead Sponsor
N
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating how live, online group exercise compares to recorded videos in helping cancer survivors increase moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA). The study also aims to assess improvements in physical fitness, quality of life, and reductions in loneliness among those living with and beyond cancer. This research involves a randomized controlled trial to test the effects of a group-based videoconference intervention versus an asynchronous video program. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups for 12 weeks. One group will take part in live, supervised exercise classes twice a week via videoconference, along with five behavior change discussion sessions conducted bi-weekly. The other group will watch pre-recorded exercise and discussion videos on their own schedule. Both groups will receive similar exercise content and home-based exercise equipment. Throughout the 9-month study, participants will complete online fitness assessments and surveys, wear a physical activity monitor, and take part in evaluations at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months. Researchers will measure changes in physical activity levels using accelerometers and self-reports, assess physical fitness and quality of life, and explore factors influencing the intervention's effects. After the 3-month intervention period, a 6-month free-living follow-up will occur with no study activities.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Survivors Uniting for Remote Guided Exercise
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Able to speak and read English
- Diagnosed with any type of cancer within the last 5 years
- Completed primary or adjuvant cancer treatment with no planned treatment in the next nine months, excluding long-term therapies like hormone or targeted treatments
You will not qualify if you...
- Currently doing 150 minutes or more per week of moderate intensity aerobic exercise
- Medical conditions that prevent safe participation in unsupervised moderate or higher intensity exercise, such as uncontrolled hypertension or inability to walk without assistance
- Participation in another structured exercise or physical activity program during the study period
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person or remote) for eligibility assessment
Duration - 12 weeks
Participants engage in a 12-week exercise program delivered either through live, virtually supervised group exercise sessions and behavior change discussions, or through access to pre-recorded exercise and discussion videos.
Twice weekly exercise sessions and bi-weekly behavior change discussion sessions (5 total) for the supervised group; self-paced video sessions for the asynchronous group
Duration - Up to 6 months after baseline
Participants are followed for physical activity levels, quality of life, and physical fitness with assessments at 3 and 6 months after baseline.
Assessments at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months (in-person or remote)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Human Performance Clinical Research Lab
Fort Collins, Colorado, United States, 80523
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
H
Heather J Leach, PhD
E
Elena M Lancioni, MPH
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Number of Arms
2
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