Table 1 Heart Matters Intervention
Phase | Component | Format | Content |
|---|---|---|---|
Phase 1: Learning New Information (Months 1–3) | Group Sessions 1–8 | • 90 min • Weekly • In-person | • Discuss benefits/barriers to healthy eating and engaging in physical activity • Introduce new or alternative dietary and physical activity behaviors (behavior modifications) • Participate in physical activities and food-tastings |
Individual Sessions 1–3 | • 30–60 min • Bimonthly • Via phone | • Set personal goals according to Lifestyle Guidelines • Monitor and track goals • Review food and fitness diaries | |
Phase 2: Learning New Information (Months 4–6) | Group Sessions 9–14 | • 90 min • Bimonthly • In-person | • Discuss benefits/barriers to healthy eating and engaging in physical activity • Introduce new or alternative dietary and physical activity behaviors (behavior modifications) • Participate in physical activities and food-tastings |
Individual Session 4 | • 30–60 min • Via phone | • Monitor and track goals • Review food and fitness diaries | |
Phase 3: Maintenance (Months 7–12) | Group Sessions 15–26 | • 90 min • Bimonthly • In-person | • Attend exercise classes • Listen and discuss with guest speakers • Visit restaurants |
Individual Session 5–7 | • 30–60 min • Every other month • Via phone | • Monitor and track goals • Review food and fitness diaries |