The Psychology of Exercise (Chapter 3 ; Section 2)

Question 1

An area of science that focuses on people, and in particular, how the mind and feelings may influence behaviors.

Answer 1

Psychology

Question 2

The level of commitment to a behavior or plan of action.

Answer 2

Adherence

Question 3

The intensity and direction of someone’s effort to participate in an activity or engage in a behavior.

Answer 3

Motivation

Question 4

The social standing of a person or group that includes education, income, and occupation.

Answer 4

Socioeconomic status

Question 5

Describes when someone is not motivated to engage in an activity or behavior.

Answer 5

Amotivation

Question 6

When someone participates in an activity or behavior for some type of reward or recognition from others.

Answer 6

Extrinsic motivation

Question 7

When people engage in an activity or behavior because they feel a sense of satisfaction.

Answer 7

Intrinsic motivation

Question 8

What is one of the most important things about psychology and its relationship with fitness and wellness?

Answer 8

The role it plays in the behavioral change process

Question 9

Generally speaking, what does psychology influence regarding fitness and wellness on any given day?

Answer 9

The decision to be physically active or not

Question 10

Goals focused on the end result.

Answer 10

Outcome goals

Question 11

Refers to the process of goal pursuit.

Answer 11

Process goals

Question 12

The intentional ways that people assist others in achieving a specific behavior.

Answer 12

Social support

Question 13

A specific form of anxiety that occurs in individuals who perceive that others could be negatively evaluating their physique.

Answer 13

Social physique anxiety

Question 14

Describes a person’s state of mixed feelings about a situation.

Answer 14

Ambivalence

Question 15

Which of the following is a top barrier to exercise, evident among adults of all ages?

Answer 15

Lack of time

Question 16

What trap do new exercisers often fall into?

Answer 16

Setting goals that are unrealistic

Question 17

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.

Answer 17

Instrumental support

Question 18

Name this type of Support:

Providing transportation to a fitness facility

Paying for someone’s gym membership

Watching children to allow a parent to exercise

Answer 18

Instrumental

Question 19

Name this type of Support:

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

Answer 19

Emotional

Question 20

Name this type of Support:

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

Answer 20

Informational

Question 21

Name this type of Support:

Exercising with someone

Accompanying someone during an exercise session

Finding physically active options for social gatherings

Answer 21

Companionship

Question 22

The ability to identify with another person’s feelings, attitudes, or thoughts.

Answer 22

Empathy

Question 23

Providing accurate, current, and informative information.

Answer 23

Informational support

Question 24

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.

Answer 24

Companionship support

Question 25

The way someone evaluates their own self-worth physically, emotionally, and socially.

Answer 25

Self-esteem

Question 26

The way someone views their physical self or visualizes their body.

Answer 26

Body image

Question 27

A sleep disorder in which a person’s breathing repeatedly stops and starts, which disrupts the body’s natural sleep cycle.

Answer 27

Sleep apnea

Question 28

What does the term mood refer to?

Answer 28

How someone feels over the long term

Question 29

Which of the following is our most restorative tool?

Answer 29

Sleep

Question 30

Chapter 3 Review Pg 80- 81

Answer 30

Chapter 3 Review Pg 80- 81

Question 31

Having poor body image is most likely to be associated with which of the following? A. Low self-esteem B. Low body mass index C. Low levels of motivation D. Low levels of social support

Answer 31

Low self-esteem

Question 32

If a client is using social media to find inspiration, information, or support for their fitness endeavors, it would be an example of which social construct?

Answer 32

Social influence

Question 33

The social standing of a person or group that includes education, income, and occupation describes which term?

Answer 33

Socioeconomic status

Question 34

Which type of professionals are qualified to counsel individuals who are diagnosed with depression, using exercise as a supplemental treatment?

Answer 34

Psychologist or psychiatrist

Question 35

Which subtopic of psychology deals with how the environment affects exercise behavior? A. Sport and exercise psychology B. Health psychology C. Social psychology D. Developmental psychology

Answer 35

Sport and exercise psychology

Question 36

Long-term exercise adherence is associated with which type of motivation?

Answer 36

Intrinsic motivation

Question 37

Extrinsic motivation is characterized by which of the following?

Answer 37

Participating in an activity or behavior for some type of reward or recognition from others

Question 38

Which source of social support for exercise is the most influential for children and adolescents? A. Parents B. Peers C. Exercise groups D. The community

Answer 38

Parents

Question 39

An important aspect of an established exercise group includes which of the following? A. The group feels distinct from other people. B. Once the group is formed, no other participants are allowed in. C. Groups function only when all members are present. D. Groups rely only on the leader for support.

Answer 39

The group feels distinct from other people.