Download or read book The Effects of Group Fitness Classes on Self efficacy written by Katherine Dalton and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Self-efficacy is one of the largest predictors of behavior, when related to exercise studies have shown that self-efficacy can predict drop-out rates within six months of being an exercise program (Middelkamp, et. al., 2016; Sallis, et. al., 1988). College students have the biggest decline in physical activity when compared to other stages of life (Buckworth, 2001; Grubbs & Carter, 2002). University recreation centers provide group fitness classes for students to promote physical activity. Minimal research has been done to show the impact that group fitness classes has on student life. This study aimed to show the impact of group fitness classes on self-efficacy levels, when compared to independent exercise groups. It had a pre-post test design and assessed change in self-efficacy via survey over the course of the spring semester at the University of Arkansas. A total of 112 students completed the survey from pre to post test. Overall changes in self-efficacy were determined using a t-test to compare means from pre to post test. ANOVA was used to determine significance levels for several confounding variables: physical activity level, physical activity enjoyment, and start of physical activity participation. No significant changes were found in the change in self-efficacy overtime (p
Download or read book Effects of Social Environment on Feeling States and Self efficacy in a Group Exercise Class written by Melissa Elfering and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of two instructional styles (socially-enriched versus bland instruction styles) in a group exercise class on participants' exercise-induced feeling states and self-efficacy measures. Twenty-one college-aged men and women participated in a single session of group exercise that contained either a socially-enriched or bland environment created by the instructor of the session. Prior to and immediately after the group exercise session the participants completed a group exercise-efficacy scale and an Exercise-Induced Feeling Inventory. Analysis of the data, using descriptive and inferential statistics, found that independent of instructional style self-efficacy measures had a significant increase from pre- to post- scores (alpha=.05). When comparing the two environmental conditions, analysis of the descriptive statistics showed that participants of the socially-enriched environment experienced greater increases in self-efficacy and positive feeling states than participants of the bland environmental condition. Further analysis using inferential statistics revealed that these differences were not significant (alpha=.05), which may be due to a small sample size"--Document.
Download or read book The Role of Self efficacy in the Enhancement of Adherence to Group Exercise Classes written by Felicia M. Sampson-Ridgway and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Psychological Effects of Aerobic Fitness Training written by David G. McDonald and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Numerous provocative studies on the psychological effects of aerobic fitness training are available today, and more are appearing almost on a daily basis. This book reviews and evaluates the research, and it asks and attempts to answer significant background questions: What are the various motivating factors that have contributed to the emergence of the national fitness movement? What are the public health considerations con- cerning the relationship between physical fitness and coronary heart disease? What exactly do we mean by "physical fitness," especially "aerobic" fitness? This book contains essential, in-depth data for everyone interested in the most solid and reliable information on the psychology of aerobic fitness.
Download or read book The Effects of Social Support Intervention and Self efficacy Cognitions on Exercise Ahderence written by Kathleen Jo Buchko and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Effect a Social Support and Group Exercise Program Has on Exercise Self efficacy Social Support and Physical Activity at a Worksite written by Julianne Simpson and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An essential component to creating a successful worksite wellness program may be through the integration of social support. Research has shown that social support, when given in a group session can assist individual's participation in healthy behavior. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect a social support/group exercise program has on exercise self-efficacy and exercise adherence in adults at the worksite. This sample of convenience consisted of 35 adults (4 males, 31 females) ages 28-59 years, with no pre-existing health problems or clearance from their physician. Participants were stratified into groups based on fitness level and sex. The control group participated in the program independently, while the intervention group attended a weekly 1-hour session including group exercise and social support in addition to the suggested program for the duration of 12-weeks. An individual's exercise self-efficacy was examined through the Exercise Confidence Survey and social support examined using the Social Support and Exercise Survey. Participants logged physical activity weekly using the program booklet. Physical activity logs were turned in using the 7-day activity recall questionnaire each week. A paired samples t-test was used to determine the differences between the means of the intervention and control groups from week 1 to week twelve examining exercise self-efficacy and social support. A repeated measures one-way ANOVA was used to examine hours spent in physical activity at weeks 1, 3, 6, 9, and 12. In summary, there was a within groups significant increase in friends and family social support for those participating in the intervention and a significant increase in family social support for the control. The intervention group demonstrated a significant increase in physical activity between week one and 12"--Document.
Download or read book Effects of Exercise on Self efficacy when Measured in a Self paced Physical Fitness Course written by Barbara L. Scudder-Soucie and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Social Foundations of Thought and Action written by Albert Bandura and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 1986 with total page 644 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Models of human nature and causality; Observational learning; Enactivelearning; Social diffusion and innovation; Predictive knowledge and forethought; Incentive motivators; Vicarious motivators; Self-regulatory mechanisms; Self-efficacy; Cognitive regulators.
Download or read book Self efficacy in Sport written by Deborah L. Feltz and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2008 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Self-belief, known as 'self-efficacy' by sports psychologists is widely believed to be an essential component of sporting success. This volume examines the nature of efficacy as it applies to sporting behaviour in coaches, athletes and teams.
Download or read book The Psychology of Exercise written by and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on with total page 457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Educating the Student Body written by Committee on Physical Activity and Physical Education in the School Environment and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2013-11-13 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Physical inactivity is a key determinant of health across the lifespan. A lack of activity increases the risk of heart disease, colon and breast cancer, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, osteoporosis, anxiety and depression and others diseases. Emerging literature has suggested that in terms of mortality, the global population health burden of physical inactivity approaches that of cigarette smoking. The prevalence and substantial disease risk associated with physical inactivity has been described as a pandemic. The prevalence, health impact, and evidence of changeability all have resulted in calls for action to increase physical activity across the lifespan. In response to the need to find ways to make physical activity a health priority for youth, the Institute of Medicine's Committee on Physical Activity and Physical Education in the School Environment was formed. Its purpose was to review the current status of physical activity and physical education in the school environment, including before, during, and after school, and examine the influences of physical activity and physical education on the short and long term physical, cognitive and brain, and psychosocial health and development of children and adolescents. Educating the Student Body makes recommendations about approaches for strengthening and improving programs and policies for physical activity and physical education in the school environment. This report lays out a set of guiding principles to guide its work on these tasks. These included: recognizing the benefits of instilling life-long physical activity habits in children; the value of using systems thinking in improving physical activity and physical education in the school environment; the recognition of current disparities in opportunities and the need to achieve equity in physical activity and physical education; the importance of considering all types of school environments; the need to take into consideration the diversity of students as recommendations are developed. This report will be of interest to local and national policymakers, school officials, teachers, and the education community, researchers, professional organizations, and parents interested in physical activity, physical education, and health for school-aged children and adolescents.
Download or read book Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sport Psychology written by Mark R. Beauchamp and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2007-11-30 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Can a better understanding of group dynamics raise individual and team athletic performance or improve the outcomes of exercise interventions? Much human behaviour in sport and exercise settings is embedded within groups where individuals’ cognitions, emotions, and behaviours influence and are influenced by other group members. Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sports Psychology: Contemporary Themes explores the unique psychological dynamics that emerge in sport and exercise groups. It provides a clear and thorough guide to contemporary theory and research. Recommendations are also presented to inform applied psychology ‘best practice’. Drawing together the expertise of international specialists from sports and exercise psychology, the text covers core themes as well as emerging issues in group dynamics. The text is organised into four sections: Part 1: The Self in Groups Part 2: Leadership in Groups Part 3: Group Environment Part 4: Motivation in Groups Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sports Psychology: Contemporary Themes will be of interest to psychology, kinesiology, sport and exercise science students and researchers, as well as to consultants and coaches.
Download or read book The Effects of Personal Physical Fitness Classes on Self esteem written by Kerry Harrold and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Self Efficacy in Changing Societies written by Albert Bandura and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 1997-05-13 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The volume addresses important issues of human adaptation and change.
Download or read book The Psychology of Control and Aging Psychology Revivals written by Margret M. Baltes and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 483 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published in 1986, the central topic of this book is the analysis and application of control-related beliefs and behaviours for theory and practice in the psychology of aging. The volume was written for two specific interrelated purposes aimed at cross-fertilization between the psychology of control and the field of gerontology. The first purpose was to summarise available research and theory on the psychology of control for researchers and professionals interested in gerontology at the time. The second was to enrich the field of the psychology of control.
Download or read book ACSM s Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription written by David P. Swain and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2012-12-26 with total page 883 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription was created as a complement to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription and elaborates on all major aspects of preventative rehabilitation and fitness programs and the major position stands of the ACSM. The 7th edition provides information necessary to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities set forth in the new edition of Guidelines, and explains the science behind the exercise testing and prescription. ACSM's Resource Manual is a comprehensive resource for those working in the fitness and clinical exercise fields, as well as those in academic training.
Download or read book The Psychology of Exercise written by Curt L. Lox and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-09-12 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its fifth edition, The Psychology of Exercise: Integrating Theory and Practice is the ideal resource for undergraduate courses devoted to the study of exercise behavior. Following the success of previous editions, this book successfully integrates theoretical principles and the latest research with intervention strategies that students can apply in real-world settings. Students will find multiple forms of presentation throughout including graphics and models, questionnaires and other instruments, focus boxes highlighting research on the impact of physical activity on specific populations, and review questions and activities to enhance learning. This edition includes a substantial revision of the theory and intervention chapters, with a focus on the most popular theories currently thriving in the field, a discussion of environmental and policy influences on behavior, and an expanded presentation of intervention components, design, and evaluation. Separate chapters are also dedicated to popular topics such as personality, self-perceptions, stress, anxiety, depression, emotional well-being, cognitive function, and health-related quality of life. For those seeking to learn more about exercise behavior, The Psychology of Exercise: Integrating Theory and Practice is a must-have resource.
