ArticleObesity science & practice2026
ENCOURAGEing Start: A Quasi-Experimental Trial on Pre-Op Physical Activity Intervention for Bariatric Surgery Candidates.
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Introduction: The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery recommends pre- and post-operative physical activity. However, there are no surgery-specific physical activity guidelines or standardized programs tailored for individuals preparing for metabolic and bariatric surgery, including programs that integrate structured behavior change approaches. A novel pre-operative physical activity intervention, ENCOURAGEing Start, was developed and piloted to assist patients in reducing barriers to physical activity and encouraging positive physical activity habits. Methods: This single arm pilot study recruited patients ( Results: Ten patients completed the intervention. Statistically significant ( Conclusions: The ENCOURAGEing Start intervention enhanced markers linked to long-term post-surgery outcomes, including a 10.7% improvement in the six-minute walk test. This feasible program showed a similar effect size to more resource intensive interventions, including those in Canada. A larger study with a minimum of 55 participants should be undertaken to assess the sustainability of these effects.
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