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

A study testing Hockey FIT Program (Immediate Delivery) in people with Overweight and Obesity, run by Western University, Canada at 40 sites in 2 countries.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial 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, male hockey fans with overweight or obesity, delivered by trained coaches in collaboration with major junior or professional hockey teams and… Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 35 to 65 years, men onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
Overweight, Obesity
What is being tested?
Hockey FIT Program (Immediate Delivery)
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
997 participants
Where
40 sitesin 2 countries
Study dates
13 Nov 2018to 3 May 2023
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 35 to 65 years
  • Men only
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Male;
  • Between 35 and 65 years of age;
  • Objectively-measured body-mass index of at least 27 kg/m2
  • 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].

Who cannot join

  • 1) Advised by a health care provider to not participate in the program

Trial locations and contacts

40 sites in 2 countries.

40 sites in 2 countries

Canada37 sites

  • Barrie YMCA

    Barrie, Ontario, L4N 1M7

  • YMCA of Central Eastern Ontario - Belleville Branch

    Belleville, Ontario, K8N 2G1

  • City of Brooks

    Brooks, Alberta

  • Mount Royal University

    Calgary, Alberta

  • University of Prince Edward Island

    Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 4P3

  • Club XO Fitness

    Chilliwack, British Columbia, V2P 8G1

  • YMCA Sudbury

    Greater Sudbury, Ontario, P3E 3M7

  • YMCA of Halifax and Dartmouth

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 1L2

  • Les Chater Family YMCA

    Hamilton, Ontario, L8P 2Z1

  • YMCA Kamloops

    Kamloops, British Columbia, V2C 2L7

  • YMCA Okanagan

    Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 6V8

  • YMCA of Kingston

    Kingston, Ontario, K7L 4T9

  • A.R. Kaufman Family YMCA

    Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 3C5

  • YMCA-YWCA Westhills

    Langford, British Columbia, V9B 0S2

  • Langley Events Centre

    Langley, British Columbia, V2Y 3J4

  • University of Lethbridge

    Lethbridge, Alberta, T1K 3M4

  • Bostwick YMCA

    London, Ontario, N6K 3X4

  • Downtown Medicine Hat YMCA

    Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 3A9

  • Mississauga Burnhamthorpe Rd. YMCA Centre

    Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 3R2

  • Avenir Centre

    Moncton, New Brunswick, E1C 0V2

  • YMCA of North Bay

    North Bay, Ontario, P1B 6G2

  • Oshawa Mary Street YMCA Centre

    Oshawa, Ontario, L1G 8C1

  • YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce

    Owen Sound, Ontario, N4K 0C6

  • Penticton Community Centre

    Penticton, British Columbia, V2A 7K9

  • Balsillie Family YMCA

    Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 3H8

  • CBI Health Centre

    Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, S6W 1A1

  • YMCA of Northern BC

    Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7

  • Northside Community Centre YMCA of Northern Alberta

    Red Deer, Alberta, T4P 3E9

  • University of Regina

    Regina, Saskatchewan, S4S 0A2

  • Afterburn Performance

    Saint John, New Brunswick, E2J 1A2

  • Shaw Centre

    Salmon Arm, British Columbia, V1E 2S4

  • YMCA Jerry McCaw Family Centre

    Sarnia, Ontario, N7S 6G5

  • YMCA of Saskatoon

    Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 0C7

  • YMCA of Sault Ste Marie

    Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, P6B 1Y3

  • Walker Family YMCA

    St. Catharines, Ontario, L2N 7P9

  • Lt. Colonel Clifton Centre

    Swift Current, Saskatchewan, S9H 3W1

  • YMCA at Central Park Athletics

    Windsor, Ontario, N7G 4H5

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United States3 sites

  • Dort Federal Credit Union Event Center

    Flint, Michigan, 48503

  • Veterans Memorial Coliseum

    Portland, Oregon, 97227

  • Saginaw Valley State University

    Saginaw, Michigan, 48710

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About this study

Official title: Hockey Fans in Training (Hockey FIT): A Pragmatic Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial to Improve Men's Health Through the Power of Sport

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, male hockey fans with overweight or obesity, 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 and the United States.

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 have overweight or obesity.

Read the detailed description

The overall goal of this study is to reduce preventable chronic diseases in 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 men who have overweight or obesity. 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 sites in Canada and the United States 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.

Conditions
Overweight, Obesity
Being tested
Hockey FIT Program (Immediate Delivery)
Keywords
Chronic disease, Men's health, Health promotion, Exercise, Healthy diet, Health Technology, Weight loss, Hockey
Medical subject headings
Overweight, Obesity, Chronic Disease, Motor Activity, Weight Loss

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Hockey FIT Program (Immediate Delivery)Behavioural

    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.

Study groups in NCT03636282
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Hockey FIT Program (Immediate Delivery)ExperimentalHockey FIT Program: A gender-sensitized, weight loss and healthy lifestyle program that engages men using the power of being a sports fan.
Receives: Behavioral: Hockey FIT Program (Immediate Delivery)
Wait-List Control (Delayed Delivery)No interventionNo intervention for 12 months. After 12 months, Hockey FIT program is offered.

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Weight loss (absolute)

    Measured using a digital weight scale (in kg)

    Measured: 12 months

Secondary outcomes (23)

  1. Weight loss (absolute)

    Measured using a digital weight scale (in kg)

    Measured: 3 months

  2. Weight loss (percent change)

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  3. Predicted maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max)

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  4. Systolic blood pressure

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  5. Diastolic blood pressure

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  6. Body mass index

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  7. Waist circumference

    Measured using tape measure (in cm)

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  8. Glycated hemoglobin (A1c)

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  9. Daily steps

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  10. Total physical activity MET-minutes/week

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  11. Vigorous physical activity MET-minutes/week

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  12. Moderate physical activity MET-minutes/week

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  13. Walking MET-minutes/week

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  14. Total time spent sitting (on a week day)

    Measured using the Marshall Questionnaire (in minutes)

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  15. Healthful eating score

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  16. Fruit and vegetable intake

    Measured using the Canadian Community Health Survey

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  17. Sweetened sugary beverages intake

    Measured using the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Questionnaire

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  18. Total alcohol intake (weekly)

    Measured using a 7-day recall diary

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  19. Smoking status

    Measured using questions adapted from the Canadian Community Health Survey

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  20. Overall self-rated health status

    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)

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  21. Well-being score

    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)

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  22. Social connectedness score

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

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

  23. Sleep quality global score

    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)

    Measured: 3 months & 12 months

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted17 Aug 2018
  2. Study start13 Nov 2018
  3. Primary completion28 Nov 2022
  4. Study completion3 May 2023

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Prevention
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
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)
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
997 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT03636282
Sponsor's protocol ID
111881
Status last verified
Jun 2023
First submitted
25 Jul 2018
Last updated
7 Jun 2023
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

  • Blunt WM, Kfrerer ML, Gill DP, Shillington KJ, Riggin B, Irwin JD, Bliss B, Petrella RJ. Process evaluation of the Hockey Fans in Training lifestyle intervention (for men with overweight or obesity). Transl Behav Med. 2025 Jan 16;15(1):ibaf002. doi: 10.1093/tbm/ibaf002.

    PubMed 39963751

  • Petrella RJ, Gill DP, Boa Sorte Silva NC, Riggin B, Blunt WM, Kfrerer M, Majoni M, Marsh J, Irwin JD, Stranges S, Zwarenstein M, Zou G. The hockey fans in training intervention for men with overweight or obesity: a pragmatic cluster randomised trial. EClinicalMedicine. 2024 Nov 7;77:102911. doi: 10.1016/j.eclinm.2024.102911. eCollection 2024 Nov.

    PubMed 39568632

  • Petrella RJ, Gill DP, Kfrerer M, Riggin B, Majoni M, Blunt W, Bliss B, Silva NCBS, Aspinall PS, Adekoya P, DiNunzio M, Marsh J, Zou G, Irwin JD. Hockey Fans in Training (Hockey FIT): Rationale, design, and baseline characteristics from a cluster randomized controlled trial in men with overweight or obesity. Contemp Clin Trials. 2023 Jun;129:107178. doi: 10.1016/j.cct.2023.107178. Epub 2023 Apr 7.

    PubMed 37031793

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Hockey FIT Program (Immediate Delivery) in people with Overweight and Obesity, run by Western University, Canada at 40 sites in 2 countries.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 7 Jun 2023. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 40 sites in Canada, United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Weight loss (absolute) (time frame: 12 months). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT03636282, which also lists 3 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 7 Jun 2023.

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