%0 Journal Article
%T A 12-week primary prevention programme and its effect on health outcomes (the Sweet Hearts biokinetics pilot study)
%A D.J. Hume
%A E.V. Lambert
%A H.G.L. Rauch
%A M.H. Noorbhai
%A N van der Schyff
%A R.W. Evans
%J -
%D 2017
%X Background: The prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and physical inactivity are concerning within the South African population. To address these concerns, the ¡®Strategic Plan for Prevention and Control of NCDs 2013-2017¡¯ was developed. In response to this plan, a 12-week pilot biokinetics community health programme, Sweet Hearts, was initiated.
%K This study is a prospective pilot study evaluating the feasibility and effectiveness of the intervention. Twentyfive individuals participated in the intervention. Ten participants performed a battery of physiological tests pre and post intervention and 5 participants completed an email-based survey post intervention. The setting of the study was Tramway Football Club
%K Southfield
%K Cape Town
%K South Africa. The Sweet Hearts intervention was designed to promote physical activity and healthy nutritional habits in those who participated. A total of 27 exercise sessions consisting of cardiovascular
%K resistance and flexibility training were conducted. Brief-behavioural counselling was integrated into exercise sessions.
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