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Lions Hearts: A Community Approach to Multigenerational Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Sponsor: Penn State University
Summary
This pilot study evaluates the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness of Lion Hearts, a community-based, family-centered physical activity intervention designed to improve cardiovascular health among mother-child dyads. Developed through community co-design, the 12-week intervention is delivered in local CrossFit affiliates and includes twice-weekly fitness sessions incorporating functional movement, goal setting, teamwork, and health education. The study aims to assess changes in physical activity, fitness, and cardiovascular health markers, as well as family dynamics and motivation for physical activity. Participants complete baseline, mid-, post-, and 3-month follow-up assessments, including surveys, fitness testing, accelerometry, and optional lab work. Findings will inform the refinement of the intervention for future large-scale trials.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
10 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2026-08-01
Completion Date
2027-12-01
Last Updated
2026-04-02
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Lion Hearts Family-Based Physical Activity Program
The Lion Hearts Family-Based Physical Activity Program is a 12-week, community-based intervention designed to improve cardiovascular health and physical activity behaviors among mother-child dyads. The program consists of twice-weekly, 60-minute group exercise sessions delivered at local CrossFit affiliates. Each session includes scalable functional movement exercises, strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, and flexibility activities appropriate for both adults and children. In addition to physical activity, sessions incorporate goal-setting, family teamwork activities, and health education components to promote sustainable behavior change. The program was co-designed with community members during earlier study phases and is tailored to support engagement, feasibility, and family bonding.
Locations (1)
Penn State University
State College, Pennsylvania, United States