Overview
The purpose of this study is to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a peer-based dyadic social support health coaching physical activity (PA) intervention in inactive South Asian Indian (SAI) and to explore preliminary effects of the intervention on intermediate outcomes: self-reported and objective moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA), social support, and self-efficacy .
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- inactive SAI (Physical activity (PA) <150 minutes/week)
- physically able to engage in moderate PA
- speak and read English; able to enroll with an eligible adult female partner who does not live in the same household
- willing to use the Fitbit app/device
- own a smartphone that is compatible with Fitbit software (up to 223.3 MB on iPhone or 165 MB on Android) 9)
- able and willing to send and receive text messages
- Blood pressure reading <160/100 mm Hg, or with medical clearance.
Exclusion Criteria:
- SAI women with a current/planned pregnancy
- cannot speak and read English
- those participating in a PA or weight loss program
- those diagnosed with a physical disability that interferes with their ability to be physically active.
- not living in Houston, Texas