The Effect of a Lifestyle Intervention on Weight Loss for University Employees |
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Authors: | Laura J Gillis |
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Institution: | 1. School of Nursing, University of Central Arkansas, Conway, Arkansas, USAlgillis@uca.edu |
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Abstract: | ABSTRACTObesity is a major health issue. A community-based intervention was implemented on a college campus to help employees lose body weight and fat. Participants were scanned using the InBody device at pre- and post-intervention, measuring body weight, fat, and waist circumference. Participants attended 11 classes on healthy lifestyle education. A comparison of pre- and post-intervention measurements was made using a paired t-test, resulting in a statistically significant difference in outcome measures. Correlation between class attendance and pounds lost showed a moderate negative correlation. Findings support a community-based lifestyle behavior intervention for weight and fat loss for university employees. |
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