Plain-English translation of NCT06636773 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether combining yoga with a behavioral weight loss program works better than a weight loss program with aerobic exercise alone. You would participate in a 12-month program that includes weekly group counseling sessions, dietary changes, and physical activity. The researchers want to see if adding yoga helps you lose more weight and improves other health measures like fitness, muscle strength, and stress levels.
Many people struggle to lose weight and keep it off with exercise and diet alone. This study explores whether yoga—which can reduce stress and improve flexibility—might boost the results when added to a standard weight loss program.
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You would commit to a 12-month program where you attend weekly group counseling sessions for the first 6 months, then twice-monthly sessions for the remaining 6 months. You'll follow a reduced-calorie diet (1200–2100 calories per day) and gradually increase your physical activity from 100 to 300 minutes per week. Depending on which group you're randomly assigned to, you'll either do aerobic exercise (like brisk walking) alone, or aerobic exercise combined with yoga classes. Throughout the program, you'll track your weight, eating habits, and activity, and the researchers will measure your progress through fitness tests and health assessments.
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