Hockey Fans in Training (Hockey FIT): Improving Men's Health Through the Power of Sport

Sponsor
Western University, Canada (Other)
Overall Status
Active, not recruiting
CT.gov ID
NCT03636282
Collaborator
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) (Other), Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) (Other)
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Study Details

Study Description

Brief Summary

Hockey Fans in Training (Hockey FIT) is a 12-month (3-month active phase and 9-month minimally-supported phase) weight loss and healthy lifestyle program for middle-aged, overweight/obese male hockey fans, delivered by trained coaches in collaboration with major junior or professional hockey teams and implementation partners (e.g., YMCAs, local fitness facilities, and universities) in Canada.

In the proposed study, a minimum of 32 sites (affiliated with hockey teams and local implementation partners) will be randomly assigned to either immediate delivery (Hockey FIT program) or delayed delivery (wait-list control). At each site, male hockey fans at risk for chronic diseases will be recruited to take part in the study (note: the goal is to recruit approximately 40 men/site). Sites assigned to the delayed delivery group will offer the Hockey FIT program to their enrolled participants after 12 months.

Through the Hockey FIT program, the investigators aim to promote weight loss, increase physical activity levels, and improve other health measures through a cost-effective solution that is acceptable and appealing to men who are overweight or obese.

Condition or Disease Intervention/Treatment Phase
  • Behavioral: Hockey FIT Program (Immediate Delivery)
N/A

Detailed Description

The overall goal of this study is to reduce preventable chronic diseases in Canadian men by improving health behaviours and health indicators. To achieve this goal, following a successful pilot study providing strong evidence to proceed with a definitive trial, the investigators are conducting a pragmatic, cluster randomized controlled trial (RCT) of the Hockey FIT program.

The primary specific aim is to conduct an outcome evaluation to evaluate the effectiveness of Hockey FIT in middle-aged Canadian men who are overweight or obese. Specifically, the investigators will: examine whether Hockey FIT (vs. wait-list control) leads to: greater weight loss at 12 months (primary outcome), as well as improved health behaviours (physical activity; sedentary time; eating habits) and health indicators (physiological measures; health & psychosocial measures) at 3 and 12 months.

Following the pilot study, the investigators will use the affiliation of being a fan of hockey as a powerful draw to engage men. Sites will be selected based on availability of both a major junior (or professional) hockey team and an implementation partner (e.g., YMCA branch, fitness facility, University) located in the city. A minimum of 32 Canadian sites will be randomized to the intervention (Hockey FIT program: immediately delivery) or comparator (wait-list control: delayed delivery); at each site, men will be recruited to participate (with the goal of recruiting approximately 40 men/site). Intervention sites will begin Hockey FIT immediately while comparator sites will offer Hockey FIT after a 12-month delay. The measurement sessions involving both groups will take place at 0 (baseline), 3 and 12 months.

Study Design

Study Type:
Interventional
Actual Enrollment :
997 participants
Allocation:
Randomized
Intervention Model:
Parallel Assignment
Intervention Model Description:
Pragmatic cluster randomized controlled trial with 2 arms: intervention (immediate delivery of Hockey FIT program) and comparator (wait-list control/delayed delivery of Hockey FIT program)Pragmatic cluster randomized controlled trial with 2 arms: intervention (immediate delivery of Hockey FIT program) and comparator (wait-list control/delayed delivery of Hockey FIT program)
Masking:
Single (Outcomes Assessor)
Masking Description:
Trained assessors conducting measurements are not blinded to study allocation in all instances. When a trained assessor is not blinded, potential bias related to measurement of the primary outcome (weight) is being addressed by the requirement of photos of weight (measured via an electronic scale) being taken alongside the study measurement form (including study ID), at all follow-up time points. Furthermore, a study team member will verify that all weights recorded on the study measurement form match what is shown in the photo.
Primary Purpose:
Prevention
Official Title:
Hockey Fans in Training (Hockey FIT): A Pragmatic Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial to Improve Men's Health Through the Power of Sport
Actual Study Start Date :
Nov 13, 2018
Anticipated Primary Completion Date :
Nov 1, 2022
Anticipated Study Completion Date :
Feb 1, 2023

Arms and Interventions

Arm Intervention/Treatment
Experimental: Hockey FIT Program (Immediate Delivery)

Hockey FIT Program: A gender-sensitized, weight loss and healthy lifestyle program that engages men using the power of being a sports fan.

Behavioral: Hockey FIT Program (Immediate Delivery)
Hockey FIT is comprised of a 3-Month Active Phase and a 9-Month Minimally-Supported Phase. Active Phase: 12 weekly, 90-minute group-based sessions consisting of classroom-based education and exercise. Outside of sessions, participants follow their individualized lifestyle prescriptions for healthy eating, physical activity (steps), and exercise. Participants are encouraged to regularly use health technology support tools customized to Hockey FIT. Minimally-supported phase: Participants are encouraged to continue with their healthy lifestyle behaviour changes and to regularly use the health technology support tools.

No Intervention: Wait-List Control (Delayed Delivery)

No intervention for 12 months. After 12 months, Hockey FIT program is offered.

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcome Measures

  1. Weight loss (absolute) [12 months]

    Measured using a digital weight scale (in kg)

Secondary Outcome Measures

  1. Weight loss (absolute) [3 months]

    Measured using a digital weight scale (in kg)

  2. Weight loss (percent change) [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using a digital weight scale (% change from baseline)

  3. Predicted maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) [3 months & 12 months]

    Calculated from sub-maximal fitness test (in mL/kg/min)

  4. Systolic blood pressure [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using an automated blood pressure monitor (in mm Hg)

  5. Diastolic blood pressure [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using an automated blood pressure monitor (in mm Hg)

  6. Body mass index [3 months & 12 months]

    Calculated from weight (digital weight scale) and height (portable stadiometer) (in kg/m2)

  7. Waist circumference [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using tape measure (in cm)

  8. Glycated hemoglobin (A1c) [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using a point-of-care analyzer (%)

  9. Daily steps [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using a waist-worn accelerometer-based step counter over 7 days (average steps/day)

  10. Total physical activity MET-minutes/week [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) - Short Form (sum of Walking + Moderate + Vigorous MET-minutes/week)

  11. Vigorous physical activity MET-minutes/week [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) - Short Form (calculated as 8.0 * vigorous-intensity activity minutes * vigorous-intensity days)

  12. Moderate physical activity MET-minutes/week [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) - Short Form (calculated as 4.0 * moderate-intensity activity minutes * moderate-intensity days)

  13. Walking MET-minutes/week [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) - Short Version (calculated as 3.3 * walking minutes * walking days)

  14. Total time spent sitting (on a week day) [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the Marshall Questionnaire (in minutes)

  15. Healthful eating score [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the Starting the Conversation (STC) Questionnaire (summary score of 8 items; score range, 0-16; lower score indicates more healthful eating)

  16. Fruit and vegetable intake [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the Canadian Community Health Survey

  17. Sweetened sugary beverages intake [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Questionnaire

  18. Total alcohol intake (weekly) [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using a 7-day recall diary

  19. Smoking status [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using questions adapted from the Canadian Community Health Survey

  20. Overall self-rated health status [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the EQ-5D 5 level version, specifically using the EQ visual analogue scale (EQ-VAS; range, 0-100; higher score indicates better self-rated health where 100 = best imaginable health state)

  21. Well-being score [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the World Health Organization (Five) Well-Being Index (raw score is calculated from totalling 5 items and is converted to a percentage score when multiplied by 4; percentage score range, 0-100; higher score indicates better better quality of life where 100 represents best possible quality of life)

  22. Social connectedness score [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the Duke Social Support Index (total score range, 11-33; higher values indicate higher levels of support)

  23. Sleep quality global score [3 months & 12 months]

    Measured using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (calculated by totalling the sum of 7 component scores; score range, 0-21; higher scores indicate worse sleep quality)

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study:
35 Years to 65 Years
Sexes Eligible for Study:
Male
Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Yes
Inclusion Criteria:
  1. Male;

  2. Between 35 and 65 years of age;

  3. Objectively-measured body-mass index of at least 27 kg/m2

  4. Deemed safe to participate in physical activity [i.e., clear the 2018 Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (PAR-Q+) or receive written clearance from a health care provider].

Exclusion Criteria:
  1. Advised by a health care provider to not participate in the program

Contacts and Locations

Locations

Site City State Country Postal Code
1 Dort Federal Credit Union Event Center Flint Michigan United States 48503
2 Saginaw Valley State University Saginaw Michigan United States 48710
3 Veterans Memorial Coliseum Portland Oregon United States 97227
4 City of Brooks Brooks Alberta Canada
5 Mount Royal University Calgary Alberta Canada
6 University of Lethbridge Lethbridge Alberta Canada T1K 3M4
7 Downtown Medicine Hat YMCA Medicine Hat Alberta Canada T1A 3A9
8 Northside Community Centre YMCA of Northern Alberta Red Deer Alberta Canada T4P 3E9
9 Club XO Fitness Chilliwack British Columbia Canada V2P 8G1
10 YMCA Kamloops Kamloops British Columbia Canada V2C 2L7
11 YMCA Okanagan Kelowna British Columbia Canada V1Y 6V8
12 YMCA-YWCA Westhills Langford British Columbia Canada V9B 0S2
13 Langley Events Centre Langley British Columbia Canada V2Y 3J4
14 Penticton Community Centre Penticton British Columbia Canada V2A 7K9
15 YMCA of Northern BC Prince George British Columbia Canada V2L 4V7
16 Shaw Centre Salmon Arm British Columbia Canada V1E 2S4
17 Avenir Centre Moncton New Brunswick Canada E1C 0V2
18 Afterburn Performance Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2J 1A2
19 YMCA of Halifax and Dartmouth Halifax Nova Scotia Canada B3J 1L2
20 Barrie YMCA Barrie Ontario Canada L4N 1M7
21 YMCA of Central Eastern Ontario - Belleville Branch Belleville Ontario Canada K8N 2G1
22 Les Chater Family YMCA Hamilton Ontario Canada L8P 2Z1
23 YMCA of Kingston Kingston Ontario Canada K7L 4T9
24 A.R. Kaufman Family YMCA Kitchener Ontario Canada N2G 3C5
25 Bostwick YMCA London Ontario Canada N6K 3X4
26 Mississauga Burnhamthorpe Rd. YMCA Centre Mississauga Ontario Canada L5B 3R2
27 YMCA of North Bay North Bay Ontario Canada P1B 6G2
28 Oshawa Mary Street YMCA Centre Oshawa Ontario Canada L1G 8C1
29 YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce Owen Sound Ontario Canada N4K 0C6
30 Balsillie Family YMCA Peterborough Ontario Canada K9J 3H8
31 YMCA Jerry McCaw Family Centre Sarnia Ontario Canada N7S 6G5
32 YMCA of Sault Ste Marie Sault Ste Marie Ontario Canada P6B 1Y3
33 Walker Family YMCA St. Catharines Ontario Canada L2N 7P9
34 YMCA Sudbury Sudbury Ontario Canada P3E 3M7
35 YMCA at Central Park Athletics Windsor Ontario Canada N7G 4H5
36 University of Prince Edward Island Charlottetown Prince Edward Island Canada C1A 4P3
37 CBI Health Centre Prince Albert Saskatchewan Canada S6W 1A1
38 University of Regina Regina Saskatchewan Canada S4S 0A2
39 YMCA of Saskatoon Saskatoon Saskatchewan Canada S7K 0C7
40 Lt. Colonel Clifton Centre Swift Current Saskatchewan Canada S9H 3W1

Sponsors and Collaborators

  • Western University, Canada
  • Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
  • Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC)

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Robert Petrella, MD, PhD, Western University

Study Documents (Full-Text)

None provided.

More Information

Publications

None provided.
Responsible Party:
Robert Petrella, Professor, Western University, Canada
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
NCT03636282
Other Study ID Numbers:
  • 111881
First Posted:
Aug 17, 2018
Last Update Posted:
Nov 30, 2021
Last Verified:
Nov 1, 2021
Individual Participant Data (IPD) Sharing Statement:
No
Plan to Share IPD:
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product:
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product:
No
Keywords provided by Robert Petrella, Professor, Western University, Canada
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Study Results

No Results Posted as of Nov 30, 2021