exercise aderhence

Question 1

what is exercise adherence?

Answer 1

ability to maintain an exercise routine over time, even when faced with pressures to stop

Question 2

what is the importance of exercise adherence?

Answer 2

Adherence is critical for achieving long-term health benefits and avoiding the risks of inactivity.

Question 3

what are the barriers to exercise aderhence?

Answer 3

perceived lack of time: a matter of priorities
lack of energy
lack of motivation (most barriers are with individual control and amendable to change)

Question 4

how to overcome barriers?

Answer 4

Strategies such as time management, social support, and creating enjoyable exercise experiences.

Question 5

Personal factors influencing adherence: Demographics factors?

Answer 5

more education, higher income, and being male means higher PA levels
Age is negatively related to PA

Question 6

what are the Psychological factors?

Answer 6

Self-Efficacy
Motivation
Attitudes and Beliefs

Question 7

environmental factors, social support (3)

Answer 7

1-practical support- convenient location and flexible schedules improve adherence
2-verbal engament or reminders
3.emotional support from friends, family or trainers boosts your commitment
4-group exercises- boosts exercise and social benefits
5-facility availability

Question 8

Theories of exercise adherence: self dertermination theory? etc

Answer 8

Intrinsic motivation key to sustaining behaviours
social cognitive theory
transtheoretical model

Question 9

Strategies for Enhancing Adherence to Exercise: Behavior Modification Approaches cues and contracting?

Answer 9

cues- physical environment cues influence behaviour
contracting- formal agreement outlining goals, timelines and consequences. helps clarify responsibilities and foster accountability

Question 10

Reinforcement approaches: self monitoring
feedback
rewards?

Answer 10

self monitoring- written records of activity
feedback- individualized, real time feedback boost motivation
rewards- encourages attendance with incentives

Question 11

cognitive approach: goal setting?

Answer 11

effective strategy to enhance motivation and adherence

Question 12

association vs dissociation

Answer 12

A-focus on internal body feedback increases awareness
D- focus on the external environment improves attendance

Question 13

social support approaches def

Answer 13

favorable attitudes and actions that support exercise involvement

Question 14

what is intrinsic approach?

Answer 14

exercise mindfully and in the present moment
engage in activities for enjoyment, not just future results

Question 15

Exercise characteristics that promote adherence

Answer 15

Intensity
Format
Variety