video Flashcards
name of guy
dr walt thompson
general factor
dropouts are younger than older
dropouts are single than married
socioeconomic factor
good credit rating
high socioeconomic status
linked with better compliance
physical/biological characteristics
overweight ppl are often dropouts
health factors
smokers are less-compliant
psychological factors
physically active ppl have a good support system
dropouts have less social support
personality characteristics
depressed or hostile = non-complier
charactersitics of an exercise program
convenience = good
fun and enjoyment arent the samething
variety of exercise
injured ppl are non-compliers
jogging/high intensity = non-compleirs
unexpected life events = non-compliers
strategies to improve adherence
coordinate time and day program
reinforcemtn (support proper behavior)
stimulus control for desired behavior
increase feedback on progress
