Specific Aim 1: Determine the effect of MORE on weight loss maintenance.~Hypothesis:~MORE will result in less weight regain compared to CON after the 8-week intervention, and benefits will be sustained after 6-month of follow-up.~Specific Aim 2:~Determine the effect of MORE on reward-related behavioral processes (e.g., food cravings) and ad libitum energy intake.~Hypothesis:~MORE group will demonstrate changes in eating behaviors and energy intake associated with preventing weight regain compared to CON immediately after MORE and after 6-months of follow-up.
The overall objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of a mindfulness-based intervention to prevent weight regain in weight-reduced adults.