Weight GainNCT03893708
Investigating the Feasibility and Preliminary Effects of Yoga on Excessive Gestational Weight Gain
A study testing Prenatal yoga and Pregnancy education in people with Weight Gain, run by Arizona State University at 2 sites in United States.
Trial summary
This study will test the feasibility (i.e., acceptability, demand) of a 12-week prenatal yoga intervention on excessive gestational weight gain (GWG) in pregnant women in the second trimester (enrolled at 12-24 weeks). Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 46 years, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Weight Gain
- What is being tested?
- Prenatal yoga and Pregnancy education
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 49 participants
- Where
- 2 sitesUnited States
- Study dates
- 12 Jun 2018to 1 Dec 2019
- 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 18 to 46 years
- Women only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Women 18-46 years of age (childbearing age)
- Primiparous (women giving birth for the first time)
- 12-24 weeks gestation at onset of intervention
- Reside in the Phoenix Metropolitan area
- Singleton pregnancy
- English speaking
- Not planning on moving before giving birth
- Can attend at least one session per week
Who cannot join
- Current alcohol or substance abuse
- Engage in ≥150 min of physical activity
- Participation in ≥30 minutes/week of yoga or contemplative practice (i.e., meditation, qigong) for the previous six months
- Pre-pregnancy BMI ≥40 or <18.5
- Denial of physical activity participation from a physician (PARmed-X for pregnancy)
Trial locations and contacts
2 sites in 1 country.
United States2 sites
Arizona Biomedical Collaborative (ASU)
Phoenix, Arizona, 85004
Urban Wellness
Phoenix, Arizona, 85006
About this study
Official title: The Power of Yoga: Investigating the Feasibility and Preliminary Effects of Yoga on Excessive Gestational Weight Gain
This study will test the feasibility (i.e., acceptability, demand) of a 12-week prenatal yoga intervention on excessive gestational weight gain (GWG) in pregnant women in the second trimester (enrolled at 12-24 weeks). Participants will be randomized into the prenatal yoga intervention or a pregnancy education (e.g., information on preparing for motherhood, labor and delivery etc.) control group. Participants in both groups will be asked to attend one 75 minute class per week.
The investigators hypothesize that prenatal yoga intervention will be feasible for pregnant women.
Read more
The study aims are as follows:
Primary Aim: Determine the feasibility (i.e., acceptability, demand) of a 12-week prenatal yoga intervention in pregnant women. In a randomized controlled pilot study comparing prenatal yoga to a pregnancy education control condition, the investigators will assess 1) acceptability (defined as satisfaction, intent to continue use, perceived appropriateness) and 2) demand (defined as attendance/adherence).
Exploratory Aim 1: Ascertain the preliminary effects of prenatal yoga on excessive GWG [i.e., weight gain exceeding Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommendations]. The investigators will compare weight change between intervention and control groups.
Exploratory Aim 2: Explore the potential mediators (i.e., mindfulness, self-regulation) on the effect of prenatal yoga on excessive GWG.
- Conditions
- Weight Gain
- Being tested
- Prenatal yoga, Pregnancy education
- Keywords
- pregnancy, prenatal yoga, excessive gestational weight gain
- Medical subject headings
- Weight Gain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Prenatal yogaBehavioural
The prenatal yoga classes will be offered at Urban Wellness (2024 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85006). Classes will be offered Tuesdays's from 4:15-5:30 pm and Saturday's from 9:00-10:15 am. Participants will be able to attend both classes if they so choose but are only asked to attend 1/week. Participants will be asked to arrive to class at least 10 minutes early in order for the research team to collect their weight in a private room. Additionally, if participants have attended at least 70% of classes (1 per week for 8/12 weeks), participants will be able to attend sessions up until birth (beyond the 12-week intervention) if they so choose. If participants decide to attend classes beyond the 12-week intervention the investigators will continue to collect their weight at each session.
Pregnancy educationBehavioural
Pregnancy education classes will be offered at the Arizona Biomedical Collaborative Building on ASU Phoenix Campus. Classes will be offered on Tuesday's from 5:30-6:45 pm and Saturday's from 9:00-10:15 am. Participants will be able to attend both classes if they so choose but are only asked to attend 1/week. Participants will be asked to arrive to class at least 10 minutes early in order for the research team to collect their weight in a private room. Additionally, if participants have attended at least 70% of classes (1 per week for 8/12 weeks), participants will be able to attend sessions up until birth (beyond the 12-week intervention) if they so choose. If participants decide to attend classes beyond the 12-week intervention the investigators will continue to collect their weight at each session.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Prenatal yoga | Experimental | Each class will be outlined as follows: 1) opening greeting/intention setting, 2) pranayama (i.e., breathing exercises), 3) warm-up/sun salutations (i.e., flowing sequence), 4) yoga sequence (e.g., combination of sun salutations, vinyasa, and standing, seated, and/or balancing poses), 5) cool-down 6) Savasana (i.e., final resting pose), and 7) class closing. Meditation and breath awareness (e.g., linking each movement with breath) will be emphasized throughout each class. All classes will focus on safety and alignment and be appropriate for women during pregnancy by incorporating modifications to poses/exercises as necessary (e.g., yoga block, strap). Certified yoga instructors with a bachelors degree in a health related field and experience teaching pregnant women will instruct all yoga classes. Participants will be provided with a 'yoga during pregnancy' safety packet that includes a list of prenatal yoga poses that women may do at their own leisure at home. Receives: Behavioral: Prenatal yoga |
| Pregnancy education | Active comparator | Participants will be asked to attend a group-based pregnancy education group (similar to a birth education class). The class format will include a didactic portion followed by group discussion (N=12). The following evidence-based topics (based on the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists) to be discussed may include (but not limited to): financial management in preparation for baby, preparing for labor and delivery, transitioning into motherhood, sleep hygiene, and baby bonding. A labor and delivery nurse and certified Dula will instruct all classes. Receives: Behavioral: Pregnancy education |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Acceptability via satisfaction survey at post-intervention
Acceptability (defined as satisfaction, intent to continue use, perceived appropriateness); Benchmarks for acceptability include ≥70% of the sample will report the yoga intervention to be a satisfactory, useful, and appropriate modality to prevent excessive GWG.
Measured: post-intervention (12-weeks)
Demand (attendance/adherence) of yoga intervention
Demand was measured using attendance/adherence to the yoga intervention. Attendance was tracked by a researcher who was present at each yoga session. Benchmarks for demand include ≥60% of participants in each group will attend one class per week.
Measured: Weekly (during 12-week intervention)
Secondary outcomes (5)
Number of participants with excessive GWG (total GWG from baseline to delivery)
Weight gain exceeding IOM recommendations
Measured: Weekly (during 12-week intervention) and at delivery (up to 42 weeks gestation)
Mindfulness (mean change from baseline)
Self-report mindfulness scores via Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS); 15-item questionnaire with score ranges 1-6. Higher scores reflect higher levels of dispositional mindfulness.
Measured: Baseline, post-intervention (12-weeks)
Self-awareness (mean change from baseline)
Self-report self-awareness scores via Self-Awareness Outcomes Questionnaire (SAOQ); Consists of 38 items measuring 4 subscales (reflective self-development, acceptance, proactive at work, and emotional costs). Score ranges for each subscale are between 1-5. Higher scores represent a greater frequency of experienced outcomes.
Measured: Baseline, post-intervention (12-weeks)
Emotion Regulation (mean change from baseline)
Self-report emotion regulation scores via Emotional Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ); Consists of 10 items measuring 2 subscales (reappraisal items, suppression items). Score ranges for each subscale are between 1-7. The higher the scores, the greater the use of the emotional regulation strategy.
Measured: Baseline, post-intervention (12-weeks)
Sleep Quality (mean change from baseline)
Self-report sleep quality via Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI); Consists of 10-items. In scoring the PSQI, seven component scores are derived ranging from 0 (no difficulty) to 3 (severe difficulty). The component scores are summed to produce a global score (range 0 to 21). Higher scores indicate worse sleep quality.
Measured: Baseline, post-intervention (12-weeks)
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted28 Mar 2019
- Study start12 Jun 2018
- Primary completion1 Dec 2019
- Study completion1 Dec 2019
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Weight GainStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
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
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 49 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Arizona State University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Jennifer Huberty, Arizona State University
- Investigators
- Jennifer Huberty, PHD, Principal investigator, Arizona State University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT03893708
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- STUDY00007808
- Other IDs
- FP00012624
- Status last verified
- Jan 2021
- First submitted
- 19 Mar 2019
- Last updated
- 7 Jan 2021
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Consent forms indicate that data will not be shared with anyone other than those listed on the study team.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 7 Jan 2021. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Power of Yoga: Investigating the Feasibility and Preliminary Effects of Yoga on Excessive Gestational Weight Gain
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT03893708
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- STUDY00007808
- Conditions
- Weight Gain
- Keywords
- pregnancy, prenatal yoga, excessive gestational weight gain
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 49 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Arizona State UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health
- Study start
- 12 Jun 2018 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Dec 2019 (actual)
- Study completion
- 1 Dec 2019 (actual)
- First posted
- 28 Mar 2019 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study will test the feasibility (i.e., acceptability, demand) of a 12-week prenatal yoga intervention on excessive gestational weight gain (GWG) in pregnant women in the second trimester (enrolled at 12-24 weeks). Participants will be randomized into the prenatal yoga intervention or a pregnancy education (e.g., information on preparing for motherhood, labor and delivery etc.) control group. Participants in both groups will be asked to attend one 75 minute class per week.
The investigators hypothesize that prenatal yoga intervention will be feasible for pregnant women.
The study aims are as follows:
Primary Aim: Determine the feasibility (i.e., acceptability, demand) of a 12-week prenatal yoga intervention in pregnant women. In a randomized controlled pilot study comparing prenatal yoga to a pregnancy education control condition, the investigators will assess 1) acceptability (defined as satisfaction, intent to continue use, perceived appropriateness) and 2) demand (defined as attendance/adherence).
Exploratory Aim 1: Ascertain the preliminary effects of prenatal yoga on excessive GWG [i.e., weight gain exceeding Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommendations]. The investigators will compare weight change between intervention and control groups.
Exploratory Aim 2: Explore the potential mediators (i.e., mindfulness, self-regulation) on the effect of prenatal yoga on excessive GWG.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Prenatal yoga | Experimental | Behavioral: Prenatal yogaEach class will be outlined as follows: 1) opening greeting/intention setting, 2) pranayama (i.e., breathing exercises), 3) warm-up/sun salutations (i.e., flowing sequence), 4) yoga sequence (e.g., combination of sun salutations, vinyasa, and standing, seated, and/or balancing poses), 5) cool-down 6) Savasana (i.e., final resting pose), and 7) class closing. Meditation and breath awareness (e.g., linking each movement with breath) will be emphasized throughout each class. All classes will focus on safety and alignment and be appropriate for women during pregnancy by incorporating modifications to poses/exercises as necessary (e.g., yoga block, strap). Certified yoga instructors with a bachelors degree in a health related field and experience teaching pregnant women will instruct all yoga classes. Participants will be provided with a 'yoga during pregnancy' safety packet that includes a list of prenatal yoga poses that women may do at their own leisure at home. |
| Pregnancy education | Active comparator | Behavioral: Pregnancy educationParticipants will be asked to attend a group-based pregnancy education group (similar to a birth education class). The class format will include a didactic portion followed by group discussion (N=12). The following evidence-based topics (based on the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists) to be discussed may include (but not limited to): financial management in preparation for baby, preparing for labor and delivery, transitioning into motherhood, sleep hygiene, and baby bonding. A labor and delivery nurse and certified Dula will instruct all classes. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 46 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (8 listed)
- Women 18-46 years of age (childbearing age)
- Primiparous (women giving birth for the first time)
- 12-24 weeks gestation at onset of intervention
- Reside in the Phoenix Metropolitan area
- Singleton pregnancy
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Current alcohol or substance abuse
- Engage in ≥150 min of physical activity
- Participation in ≥30 minutes/week of yoga or contemplative practice (i.e., meditation, qigong) for the previous six months
- Pre-pregnancy BMI ≥40 or <18.5
- Denial of physical activity participation from a physician (PARmed-X for pregnancy)
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Prenatal yogaThe prenatal yoga classes will be offered at Urban Wellness (2024 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85006). Classes will be offered Tuesdays's from 4:15-5:30 pm and Saturday's from 9:00-10:15 am. Participants will be able to attend both classes if they so choose but are only asked to attend 1/week. Participants will be asked to arrive to class at least 10 minutes early in order for the research team to collect their weight in a private room. Additionally, if participants have attended at least 70% of classes (1 per week for 8/12 weeks), participants will be able to attend sessions up until birth (beyond the 12-week intervention) if they so choose. If participants decide to attend classes beyond the 12-week intervention the investigators will continue to collect their weight at each session. | Behavioural | Prenatal yoga |
| Pregnancy educationPregnancy education classes will be offered at the Arizona Biomedical Collaborative Building on ASU Phoenix Campus. Classes will be offered on Tuesday's from 5:30-6:45 pm and Saturday's from 9:00-10:15 am. Participants will be able to attend both classes if they so choose but are only asked to attend 1/week. Participants will be asked to arrive to class at least 10 minutes early in order for the research team to collect their weight in a private room. Additionally, if participants have attended at least 70% of classes (1 per week for 8/12 weeks), participants will be able to attend sessions up until birth (beyond the 12-week intervention) if they so choose. If participants decide to attend classes beyond the 12-week intervention the investigators will continue to collect their weight at each session. | Behavioural | Pregnancy education |
Primary outcome
Acceptability via satisfaction survey at post-intervention
Time frame: post-intervention (12-weeks)
Acceptability (defined as satisfaction, intent to continue use, perceived appropriateness); Benchmarks for acceptability include ≥70% of the sample will report the yoga intervention to be a satisfactory, useful, and appropriate modality to prevent excessive GWG.
Demand (attendance/adherence) of yoga intervention
Time frame: Weekly (during 12-week intervention)
Demand was measured using attendance/adherence to the yoga intervention. Attendance was tracked by a researcher who was present at each yoga session. Benchmarks for demand include ≥60% of participants in each group will attend one class per week.
5 secondary outcomes
Number of participants with excessive GWG (total GWG from baseline to delivery)
Time frame: Weekly (during 12-week intervention) and at delivery (up to 42 weeks gestation)
Mindfulness (mean change from baseline)
Time frame: Baseline, post-intervention (12-weeks)
Self-awareness (mean change from baseline)
Time frame: Baseline, post-intervention (12-weeks)
Emotion Regulation (mean change from baseline)
Time frame: Baseline, post-intervention (12-weeks)
Sleep Quality (mean change from baseline)
Time frame: Baseline, post-intervention (12-weeks)
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 7 Jan 2021.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Consent forms indicate that data will not be shared with anyone other than those listed on the study team.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Jennifer Huberty, PHD principal investigator
Arizona State University
2 sites in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Prenatal yoga and Pregnancy education in people with Weight Gain, run by Arizona State University at 2 sites in United States.
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 8 inclusion and 5 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 Jan 2021. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 2 sites in 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?
Acceptability via satisfaction survey at post-intervention (time frame: post-intervention (12-weeks)). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
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 Jan 2021.