Chapter 3: the psychology of exercise Flashcards
An area of science that focuses on people, and in particular, how the mind and feelings may influence behaviors
Psychology
The level of commitment to a behavior or plan of action
Adherence
The intensity and direction of someones effort to participate in an activity or engage in a behavior
Motivation
The social standing of a person or group that includes education, income and occupation
Socioeconomic Status
Describes when someone is not motivated to engage in an activity or behavior
Amotivation
When someone participates in an activity or behavior for some type of reward or recognition from others
Extrinsic Motivation
When people engage in an activity or behavior because they feel a sense of satisfaction
Intrinsic Motivation
Goals focused on the end results
Outcome Goals
Refers to the process of goal pursuit
Process Goals
The intentional ways that people assist others in achieving a specific behavior
Social Support
A specific form of anxiety that occurs in individuals who perceive that others could be negatively evaluating their physique
Social Physique Anxiety
Describe a person’s state of mixed feelings about a situation
Ambivalence
The actions that directly facilitate a behavior to happen. In the context of exercise, instrumental support can include driving a person to a health club or paying for the gym membership
Instrumental Support
The encouragement and positive reinforcement that is provided from an individual to another, which includes being caring, empathetic, and showing concern
Emotional Support
The ability to identify with another person’s feelings, attitudes, or thoughts
Empathy
