ContextPhysical inactivity contributes to weight gain, but only 22% of Americans are
regularly active. ObjectiveTo examine short-and long-term changes in weight, body
composition, and cardiovascular risk profiles produced by diet combined with either
structured aerobic exercise or moderate-intensity lifestyle activity. DesignSixteen-week
randomized controlled trial with 1-year follow-up, conducted from August 1995 to December
1996. Participants and SettingForty obese women (mean body mass index [weight in …