.

0 (hodnocen0 x )

EB

EB

ONLINE

Second edition

Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2009

1 online zdroj

ISBN 9781492596356 (online)

ISBN 9781492577201 (PDF ebook)

ISBN 9780736072472 (print)

Physical activity intervention series

Obsahuje bibliografické odkazy

Motivating People to Be Physically Active, Second Edition, translates research, theories, and concepts of behavioral science into a useful handbook for health professionals involved in the planning, development, implementation, or evaluation of physical activity promotion programs. The book describes proven methods for helping people overcome sedentary behavior and make physical activity a regular part of their lives. Based on the five-stage model of motivational readiness for change, this comprehensive reference will help you design intervention programs for individuals and groups in both worksite and community settings. This behavior change method can be used with healthy adults as well as those with chronic physical or psychological conditions. You’ll also learn to measure and improve clients’ motivation and assess their physical activity patterns and barriers. The second edition has been fully updated and expanded to include these features: An updated chapter that discusses and compares the recent physical activity recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the Institute of Medicine and presents the pros and cons of the recommendations for key populations; An expanded description of the benefits of a physically active lifestyle; Information on how technology, including accelerometers, and Web-based intervention strategies can be used in changing physical activity behavior; Motivating People to Be Physically Active, Second Edition, contains many practical tools and ideas to assist you in program implementation. You’ll find reproducible questionnaires, worksheets, logs, and more to assist clients in their transition to active living.-.

001657986

Physical Activity Intervention Series Preface -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Part I. Theoretical Background and Tools for Measuring Motivational Readiness -- Chapter 1. Describing Physical Activity Interventions ; Physical Activity Recommendations ; Definitions of Physical Activity, Exercise, and Physical Fitness ; Physical Activity Interventions ; Theoretical Models ; Motivational Readiness for Behavior Change ; Conclusion -- Chapter 2. The Stages of Motivational Readiness for Change Model ; Motivational Readiness and the Stages of Change ; Match Treatment Strategies to Stages of Change ; Processes of Behavior Change ; Conclusion -- Chapter 3. Integrating Other Psychological Theories and Models ; Learning Theory ; Decision-Making Theory ; Behavioral Choice Theory ; Social Cognitive Theory ; Ecological Model ; Relapse Prevention Model ; Conclusion -- Chapter 4. Putting Theories to Work By Looking at Mediators of Change ; Consider Mediators of Physical Activity Behavior Change ; Factors That Enhance Physical Activity ; Unlock the "Black Box" ; Conclusion -- Chapter 5. Using the Stages Model for Successful Physical Activity Interventions ; Imagine Action: A Community-Based Program ; Jump Start to Health: A Workplace-Based Study ; Jump Start: A Community-Based Study ; Project Active: A Community-Based Study ; Project STRIDE: A Community-Based Study ; Step Into Motion: A Community-Based Study ; Conclusion -- Part II. Applications -- Chapter 6. Assessing Physical Activity Patterns and Physical Fitness ; Discovering Patterns of Physical Activity Behavior ; Determining Intensity Level ; Tracking Physical Activity Behavior ; Assessing Fitness ; Assessing Physical Activity and Fitness in Group Settings ; Conclusion ---

Chapter 7. Using the Stages Model in Individual Counseling ; Physical Readiness ; Physical Activity History ; Psychological Readiness ; Confidence ; Set Short- and Long-Term Goals ; Measure Success ; Conclusion -- Chapter 8. Using the Stages Model in Group Counseling Programs ; Leading a Stage-Based Group ; Learning From a Sample Stage-Based Curriculum ; Assessing Your Effectiveness as a Leader ; Conclusion -- Chapter 9. Using the Stages Model in Work Site Programs ; Building Support for Your Program ; Assessing Motivational Readiness ; Choosing Your Target Audience ; Reaching Your Target Audience ; Developing Stage-Matched Materials ; Focusing on Moderate-Intensity Activity ; Planning Events ; Adding Incentives for Participation ; Conclusion -- Chapter 10. Using the Stages Model in Community Programs ; Assessing the Community’s Readiness for Change ; Reaching Individuals Within a Community ; Developing Stage-Matched Messages ; Using a Media-Based Approach to Reach Your Target Audience ; Working With Community Leaders to Reach Your Target Audience ; Conclusion -- Appendix A. Questionnaires -- Appendix B. Additional Resources -- References -- Index -- About the Authors