Leading a physically active lifestyle: Effective individual behavior change strategies

Siobhan M. White; Emily L. Mailey; Edward McAuley

doi:10.1249/FIT.0b013e3181c65518

Leading a physically active lifestyle: Effective individual behavior change strategies

Siobhan M. White, Emily L. Mailey, Edward McAuley

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Abstract

Learning objective: This feature article describes the application of some commonly applied behavior change strategies and theories. Social cognitive theory, theory of planned behavior, and self-management theory constructs are defined and linked to useful and effective behavior change strategies. Numerous recommendations for practitioners to effectively incorporate these strategies as they work with clients at various stages of physical activity program adoption are included.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	8-15
Number of pages	8
Journal	ACSM's Health and Fitness Journal
Volume	14
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1249/FIT.0b013e3181c65518
Publication status	Published - Jan 1 2010

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Keywords

Exercise Adherence
Relapse Prevention
Self-management
Social Cognitive Theory
Theory of Planned Behavior

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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White, S. M., Mailey, E. L., & McAuley, E. (2010). Leading a physically active lifestyle: Effective individual behavior change strategies. ACSM's Health and Fitness Journal, 14(1), 8-15. https://doi.org/10.1249/FIT.0b013e3181c65518

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