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Table 3 Summary of the main changes for the Phase 4 programme

From: Fit for LIFE: the development and optimization of an intervention delivered through prison gymnasia to support incarcerated men in making positive lifestyle changes

Change Made

Rationale

Programme content

Increased emphasis on reducing sedentary behaviour, particularly in Weeks 4 and 7

This is a behaviour that participants continue to identify as problematic and amenable to change

Physical activity

Inviting local sports coaches to attend sessions instead of FFIT football club coaches

Not all participants were interested in football, and engagement from local professional football clubs was often difficult to secure. The PEIs also felt it would be beneficial both to extend links to other local sports organisations