Exercise Psychology Flashcards
Define exercise psychology
The application of psychology to health enhancing physical activity and exercise
Why do people exercise
Weight control
Reduce risk of CVD
Reduce stress and depression
Enjoyment
Enhance self esteem
Opportunity to socialise
What % of men and women do NOT meet the PA guidelines
34% of men
42% of women
What is the trend with meeting PA expectations as age increases
Number of people meeting demands decrease as they get older
Why do older adults not exercise as much
Health related reasons
More internal barriers than situational
Women selected more internal barriers
What barriers do adolescents have
Lack of time
Parents interested In academic success
Previous physical inactivity
Siblings not participating
Being female
What is sedentary behaviour
Behaviour which involves very little to no exercise (sitting time)
What is the health belief model
Attempts to explain and predict health behaviours
Focus on beliefs + attitudes of individuals
Based on: desire to avoid illness, believes act will keep them well
What is the theory of planned behaviour
Performance of given behaviour is determined by intention to perform that behaviour
