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Randomized Controlled Trial
. 2011 Aug;53(8):911-8.
doi: 10.1097/JOM.0b013e3182258bd8.

A web-based approach to address cardiovascular risks in managers: results of a randomized trial

Joel B Bennett  1 , Kirk M Broome, Ashleigh Schwab-Pilley, Phillip Gilmore
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Randomized Controlled Trial

A web-based approach to address cardiovascular risks in managers: results of a randomized trial

Joel B Bennett et al. J Occup Environ Med. 2011 Aug.

Abstract

Objectives: To examine whether a Web-based health and leadership development program--designed specifically for managers--was associated with changes in self-reported and biometric indicators of cardiovascular disease within the context of a randomized control trial.

Methods: A total of 145 managers from 8 organizations participated in a 6-month Internet-based program or a control condition. They completed pre- and posttest assessments that included both self-reported attitudes (on diet, exercise, and mental health) and biometric measures (eg, body weight, waist circumference).

Results: The intervention was associated with improvements in dietary attitudes, dietary self-efficacy, and exercise, and reductions in distress symptoms. Women in the program reduced their waist circumference significantly more than controls.

Conclusions: The program showed promise for reducing cardiovascular disease risk factors. Similar results across diverse organizations suggest the program may be useful across industry types.

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Participation in trial of ExecuPrev™ training program for manager
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