CPT Section 2 Flashcards
Psychology
An area of science that focuses on people, and in particular, how the mind and feelings may influence behaviors.
Adherence
The level of commitment to a behavior or plan of action.
Motivation
The intensity and direction of someone’s effort to participate in an activity or engage in a behavior.
Amotivation
Describes when someone is not motivated to engage in an activity or behavior.
Extrinsic motivation
When someone participates in an activity or behavior for some type of reward or recognition from others.
Intrinsic motivation
When people engage in an activity or behavior because they feel a sense of satisfaction.
What is one of the most important things about psychology and its relationship with fitness and wellness?
The role it plays in the behavioral change process
Generally speaking, what does psychology influence regarding fitness and wellness on any given day?
The decision to be physically active or not
Outcome Goals
Goals focused on the end result. (Place in top 10 in a 10K race)
Process Goals (Jog for 45 minutes, starting at 6:30 am. Monday - Friday.
Refers to the process of goal pursuit.
Social support
The intentional ways that people assist others in achieving a specific behavior.
Social physique - anxiety
A specific form of anxiety that occurs in individuals who perceive that others could be negatively evaluating their physique.
Ambivalence
Describes a person’s state of mixed feelings about a situation.
Which of the following is a top barrier to exercise, evident among adults of all ages?
Lack of time
What trap do new exercisers often fall into?
Setting goals that are unrealistic
Instrumental Support
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
Providing transportation to a fitness facility
Paying for someone’s gym membership
Watching children to allow a parent to exercise
Emotional
Encouraging someone to exercise
Providing positive feedback
Listening to someone when they are frustrated with exercise
Being empathetic by communicating an understanding of how someone feels
Informational
Giving sound advice about how to achieve optimal health and fitness
Providing education about the current recommendations for physical activity
Educating people about the risk of poor health accompanying a sedentary lifestyle
Companionship
Exercising with someone
Accompanying someone during an exercise session
Finding physically active options for social gatherings
Empathy
The ability to identify with another person’s feelings, attitudes, or thoughts.
Informational Support
Providing accurate, current, & informative information
Companionship support
When someone engages in a behavior with an individual. This type of support is often observed in an exercise setting where people exercise with a friend or partner.
Leader’s Qualities
The leader should offer a great example in how to lead a healthy and balanced life, which includes being optimistic, empathetic, and knowledgeable.
Leadership styles
The different styles of leadership include a participant-centered approach that encourages feedback and input or an autocratic approach where participants are told what to do in a task-oriented environment. Leaders should be able to adjust their style based on the situation.
Situational Factors
These factors include group size, whether it is a large or small group, and potential adjustments for style; for example, larger groups may need a more autocratic style.
Follower’s qualities
Leaders should consider the qualities of the followers, including age, gender, and exercise experience.
Accountability
Being part of an exercise group brings accountability for regular attendance, both from members of the group and the exercise leader.
Comparison
Participants have people they can compare themselves against; the ability to see what others can do and achieve can serve as further motivation.
Competition
Group environments can bring about friendly competition among participants or within individuals to reach their personal best.
Comradery
Individuals can form connections with people who are attempting to achieve similar results, while experiencing feelings of friendship, closeness, and loyalty.
Consistency
Having a schedule that allows participants to anticipate the experience will help form habits.
Energy
Most group exercise classes are designed to be high energy, making it an attractive environment to which people are drawn.
Intensity
Participants are encouraged to try the best they can, and they may work harder in the presence of the group.
Mindless
Since the exercise session is planned, participants just need to show up and follow instructions without thinking about designing their own workouts.
Motivation
Exercising with a group can by itself be a form of motivation to regularly participate.
Sociability
When a group or situation is warm and inviting, it brings people together; when people feel welcome, they are likely to return.
Self esteem
The way someone evaluates their own self-worth physically, emotionally, and socially.
Body Image
The way someone views their physical self or visualizes their body.
Sleep Apnea
A sleep disorder in which a person’s breathing repeatedly stops and starts, which disrupts the body’s natural sleep cycle.
What does the term mood refer to?
How someone feels over the long term
Which of the following is our most restorative tool?
Sleep
