Peer Support for Weight Loss Maintenance

Peer Support for Weight Loss Maintenance

The primary aim of this study is to test the efficacy of patient-provided treatment for weight-loss maintenance.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age between 18-75
• Body Mass Index between 25-50
• English Speaking

Exclusion Criteria:

• Report being unable to walk 2 blocks without stopping
• Are currently participating in weight loss treatment, have a history of bariatric surgery, or lost ≥5% in the past 6-months
• Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within 1 year
• Report a heart condition, chest pain during periods of rest or activity, or loss of consciousness on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire
• Report a medical condition that could jeopardize their safety in a weight control program with diet and exercise guidelines
• Report conditions that, in the judgment of the PI, would render them unlikely to follow the protocol (e.g., relocation, dementia, unable to read and write in English)
• Have no Internet access.