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Table 2 Balance weight zones and coaching modality

From: The Balance protocol: a pragmatic weight gain prevention randomized controlled trial for medically vulnerable patients within primary care

Weekly Weight Zone

Average Weekly Weight Change, Compared to Baseline Weight

Coaching Mode

Response to Weight Change

GREEN

< 0 to 1.5 kg

None

Automated text messages only

YELLOW

1.6 to 2.9 kg

Coaching via text message only

Customized text messages from Balance dietitian

RED

≥ 3.0 kg

Coaching via phone call and/or text message

Balance dietitian provides counseling via phone and/or text