Exercise, physical activity, and self-determination theory: A systematic review

Exercise, physical activity, and self-determination theory: A systematic review

BACKGROUND Motivation is a critical factor in supporting sustained exercise, which in turn is associated with important health outcomes. Accordingly, research on exercise motivation from the perspective of self-determination theory (SDT) has grown considerably in recent years. Previous reviews have been mostly narrative and theoretical. Aiming at a more comprehensive review of empirical data, t...

Physical Activity and Exercise Recommendations in Pregnancy; a Review Study

Many women today tend to exercise during pregnancy. Given the importance of this period of life, the present study was conducted to investigate the effects of exercise on pregnancy and the recommendations that should be considered. According to studies, despite physiological and anatomical changes in pregnancy, physical activity in improving cardiovascular fitness, preventing overweight, preven...

Testing and Integrating Self-Determination Theory and Self-Efficacy Theory in a Physical Activity Context

Stemming from the need for theoretical integration, this study aimed at individually testing and integrating self-determination theory (SDT) and self-efficacy theory (SET) to predict physical activity. University students (n 225) completed questionnaires measuring constructs from SDT and SET as well as the Godin Leisure Time Exercise Questionnaire. Using path analysis, individual SDT and SET mo...

Self-determination theory and exercise 1 Running head: SELF-DETERMINATION THEORY AND EXERCISE Testing a self-determination theory based teaching style in the exercise domain

Urban Open Spaces Supporting Physical Activity and Promoting Citizen’s Health: A Systematic Review

Background and Objective: Due to the limited individual approach to behavior change, health promotion researchers use community-based initiatives to understand the factors affecting physical activity and promote the health of citizens. Urban open spaces can facilitate participation in physical activity and the health of citizens. The aim of this study is to identify the indicators, attributes, ...