Fun and Fit Norfolk: Evaluating different methods of recruiting and engaging inactive individuals into sport

ISRCTN ISRCTN68270406
DOI https://doi.org/10.1186/ISRCTN68270406
Secondary identifying numbers 16073
Submission date
26/02/2014
Registration date
26/02/2014
Last edited
09/06/2016
Recruitment status
No longer recruiting
Overall study status
Completed
Condition category
Other
Prospectively registered
Protocol
Statistical analysis plan
Results
Individual participant data
Record updated in last year

Plain English summary of protocol

Background and study aims
Physical inactivity is one of the leading causes of death globally. As little as 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity, 5 times a week has been proven to help manage and prevent numerous chronic conditions. In England about a third of adults are insufficiently active. There is therefore a need for efforts to promote physical activity in inactive people. The aim of this study is to provide evidence for future physical activity interventions by evaluating different methods of recruiting inactive people into sport.

Who can participate?
People aged over 16 who are currently undertaking less than 30 minutes of moderate-vigorous physical activity a week.

What does the study involve?
This study aims to identify adults across Norfolk who are inactive and recruit them into a variety of activities using the following methods:•activity recommendations by GPs and Pharmacists, lifestyle groups (e.g., slimming clubs and smoking cessation), and mass marketing (mailing, social media, advertising). Once recruited participants who meet the eligibility criteria of doing less than 30 mins per week of physical activity are able to sign up for a 10-week course in the activity of their choice. At the start of the study participant information, method of recruitment and measures of physical activity are collected using a questionnaire. Throughout the intervention uptake and participation are monitored using a register. Follow-up physical activity data is collected using questionnaires at the end of the course and at 6 and 12 month intervals. Satisfaction with the intervention is also measured upon completion of the intervention and used to improve later interventions.

What are the possible benefits and risks of participating?
Physical activity has been shown to have physical and psychological health benefits. Participating in sport regularly also promotes social interaction. There is a risk of developing an injury performing physical activity, but we aim to avoid this by offering professional coaches, suitable facilities and introductory level activity courses.

Where is the study run from?
University of East Anglia (UK)

When is the study starting and how long is it expected to run for?
February 2014 to December 2016

Who is funding the study?
Sport England (UK)

Who is the main contact?
Prof. Marc Suhrcke
m.suhrcke@uea.ac.uk

Study website

Contact information

Prof Marc Suhrcke
Scientific

Medical School 2.21
Burnet Road
Norwich
NR3 2BS
United Kingdom

Email m.suhrcke@uea.ac.uk

Study information

Study designNon-randomised; Interventional; Design type: Prevention
Primary study designInterventional
Secondary study designNon randomised study
Study setting(s)Community
Study typePrevention
Participant information sheet Not available in web format, please use contact details to request a participant information sheet
Scientific titleFun and Fit Norfolk: Evaluating different methods of recruiting and engaging inactive individuals into sport
Study acronymFun and Fit Norfolk (Version 1)
Study objectivesPhysical inactivity is one of the leading causes of death globally. As little as 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity (PA), 5 times a week has been proven to help manage and prevent numerous chronic conditions. In England approximately a third of adults are insufficiently active. There is therefore a need for efforts to promote PA in inactive individuals in order to gain positive public health benefits.

The purpose of the project is to provide evidence for future PA interventions by evaluating different methods of recruiting inactive people into sport. The project has been funded by Sport England, Active Norfolk, Norfolk County Council and Public Health Norfolk.
Ethics approval(s)First MREC approval date 17/02/2014, ref. 14EE0004
Health condition(s) or problem(s) studiedTopic: Primary Care Research Network for England; Subtopic: Not Assigned; Disease: All Diseases
InterventionWe will aim to identify adults across Norfolk who are inactive and recruit them into a variety of activities using the following methods:
1. Active: Activity Recommendation by GP’s and Pharmacists
2. Semiactive: Lifestyle groups (e.g. Slimming clubs and Smoking Cessation)
3. Passive: Mass marketing (mailing, social media, advertising)

Once recruited participants who meet the eligibility criteria of doing less than 30 mins/week of PA will be able to signup for a 10 week course in the activity of their choice. The intervention will consist of ten weekly one-hour activity sessions run by professionally qualified and insured coaches at suitable venues across Norfolk.

Data Collection:

Before: Baseline data will be collected using a questionnaire and will include demographic and participant information, method of recruitment and measures of physical activity.

During: Throughout the intervention uptake and participation will be monitored using a register.

After: Follow up physical activity data will be collected using questionnaires at the end of the course and at 6 and 12 month intervals. Satisfaction with the intervention will also be measured upon completion of the intervention and used to improve later interventions for this population.

Follow Up Length: 12 month(s); Study Entry : Registration only
Intervention typeBehavioural
Primary outcome measureRecruitment method; Timepoint(s): Baseline
Secondary outcome measuresWeekly physical activity; Timepoint(s): Baseline, end of intervention, 6 and 12 months
Overall study start date17/02/2014
Completion date01/12/2016

Eligibility

Participant type(s)Other
Age groupAdult
SexBoth
Target number of participantsPlanned Sample Size: 3000; UK Sample Size: 3000
Key inclusion criteria1. Must be over 16 years old
2. Currently undertaking less than 30 minutes of moderate-vigorous physical activity a week
Key exclusion criteria1. Under 16 years old
2. Currently undertaking more than 30 minutes of moderate-vigorous physical activity a week
3. Health contraindications to physical activity
Date of first enrolment17/02/2014
Date of final enrolment01/12/2016

Locations

Countries of recruitment

  • England
  • United Kingdom

Study participating centre

University of East Anglia
Norwich
NR3 2BS
United Kingdom

Sponsor information

Norfolk Primary Care Trust (PCT) (UK)
Hospital/treatment centre

Lakeside 400
Old Chapel Way
Broadland Business Park
Norwich
NR7 0WG
England
United Kingdom

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Funders

Funder type

Government

Sport England (UK); Grant Codes: 2012021349

No information available

Results and Publications

Intention to publish date
Individual participant data (IPD) Intention to shareNo
IPD sharing plan summaryNot provided at time of registration
Publication and dissemination planNot provided at time of registration
IPD sharing plan

Editorial Notes

09/06/2016: Plain English summary added.