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Farrell, Robin Jennifer. "Exercise use vs. exercise abuse: Comparing the motivation and body image of "healthy" and "unhealthy" exercisers." Thesis, University of Ottawa (Canada), 1999. http://hdl.handle.net/10393/8493.
Full textLumb, Cathy Ann. "Using ownership of exercise programs to enhance exercise adherence." Scholarly Commons, 1990. https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/uop_etds/3526.
Full textBennett, Roberta J. "Exploring the effects of parasocial connection on relaxation exercise persistence in women." Thesis, Capella University, 2016. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=10154204.
Full textThis study explored the possibility that social connection is one element that can contribute to persistence in a simple meditation exercise using Beary, Benson, and Klemchuk’s relaxation response exercise with the addition of a social element. Participants were 82 females, ages 30 to 65, with English as a first language, naive (less than 2 months experience) to meditation, who were drawn from the general population. They were screened to exclude hospitalized individuals and those who have been treated for a psychological condition within the last three years. Participants were randomized to two groups. Each group received written instructions, with the control group receiving generic instructions only and the experimental group receiving the same instructions with the addition of a social element. It was expected that the group receiving instructions with a social element would show greater persistence (i.e., participate more often in the exercise and continue to use the exercise over a longer time span) at a minimum p value of .05 and with at least a small effect size. It was expected that attachment type would moderate persistence, so attachment type was measured. The persistence data were not normally distributed, so a nonparametric equivalent to a t test, a Mann-Whitney U, was used to compare the persistence means for the experimental group and the control group. No significant effect was found. The sample obtained had too few individuals by attachment type per group to permit analysis of moderating effects of attachment type.
LeBlanc, Lynne. "The influence of motivation and barriers on stages of exercise behavior change." Thesis, National Library of Canada = Bibliothèque nationale du Canada, 1999. http://www.collectionscanada.ca/obj/s4/f2/dsk1/tape10/PQDD_0005/MQ46588.pdf.
Full textLaszewski, Gayle Ann. "The effect of headphone music on exercise compliance." Scholarly Commons, 1988. https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/uop_etds/2148.
Full textThall, Michelle S. "Exercise & Physical Activity in Middle-Aged Women: The Role of Self-Compassion." The Ohio State University, 2014. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400837236.
Full textLaurent, Devin J. "Examining the Mediating Effects of Self-Regulation Skills for Exercise and Exercise Self-Efficacy on the Relationship Between BMI and Physical Activity among Adolescents residing in Appalachia." The Ohio State University, 2020. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1587458498399874.
Full textAdams, Kristen Lea. "Increasing Exercise in Sedentary Adults Using a Contingency and Technology-Based Management Package to Begin and Sustain New Levels of Activity." Thesis, University of North Texas, 2019. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1538736/.
Full textIslam, Leila. "Using Behavioral Incentives to Promote Exercise Compliance in Women with Cocaine Dependence." VCU Scholars Compass, 2013. http://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/etd/3231.
Full textSamaha, Christopher Jude. "Relationship Between Leisure Sport and Exercise Participation and Psychological Benefits for Horsemen." Diss., Temple University Libraries, 2008. http://cdm16002.contentdm.oclc.org/cdm/ref/collection/p245801coll10/id/15824.
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This study was a description of horsemen's perceived psychological benefits and liabilities derived from leisure sport and exercise participation. The horsemen that participated in this study were active trainers or grooms who stabled their horses at a training center. Sixty-six horsemen completed the Tennessee Self-Concept Scale: 2, Stress Profile, and this researcher's inventory of horsemen's activities entitled Samaha Horsemen's Activities Questionnaire (SHAQ). Seven horsemen were interviewed to obtain qualitative data. Two of the seven horsemen were omitted from the analysis due to no or limited responses to the questions. Quantitative data results revealed that leisure participation in exercise activities positively correlated with greater well-being, physical self concept, and total self concept scores. There was a statistically significant negative relationship between time devoted to participation in exercise and stress scores. The horsemen that participated in this study work in professional harness racing. An allowable and acceptable leisure activity is gambling. However, results indicated that there were statistically significant negative relationships between time spent gambling and physical self concept, well-being, and exercise and sport participation. Horsemen who were above the median on participation in sport and exercise had significantly higher physical self concept and well being scores than those who were below the median. The results indicate that participation in a variety of exercise and sports as well as time devoted to leisure physical activity had the strongest relationship with improved well-being. Analysis of the transcribed interviews revealed two major themes (limitations and perceived outcomes) and three subthemes within limitations (time, injury, and competitiveness) and perceived outcomes (socialization, physical, and psychological well-being) that described horsemen's participation in leisure sport and exercise. A central conflict emerged within horsemen's reluctance to become assertive in addressing their limitations. Horsemen viewed limitations in participation in sport and exercise as time, injury, and competitiveness. Those who participate in leisure sport and exercise were assertive in addressing their own limitations. The perceived outcomes were physical, socialization, and psychological benefits. Participants expressed that leisure sport and exercise provided possible benefits regardless of their involvement or adherence to an exercise program.
Temple University--Theses
Paruch, Heidi L. "Perceived Behavioral Control, Stress, Body Image, and Exercise Intentions in Overweight African American Women." ScholarWorks, 2016. https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/dissertations/2860.
Full textLustig, Nicole Helen. "A behavioral economic analysis of the relationship between diet and exercise in adolescents who are obese." Diss., University of Iowa, 2016. https://ir.uiowa.edu/etd/5804.
Full textPatrick, Timothy B. "THE EFFICACY OF HIPPOCAMPAL STIMULATION IN PREVENTING DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS." Cleveland State University / OhioLINK, 2011. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=csu1305039642.
Full textWallace, Ian Joseph. "The Influence of Physical Activity and Television on the Intention and Self-Efficacy to Engage in Health-Enhancing Behaviors." VCU Scholars Compass, 2006. http://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/etd/1351.
Full textPerkins, Amanda M. "Influence of Demographic, Psychosocial, Physiological and Sociocultural Variables on Exercise Adherence Among African Americans Enrolled in the Fit 4 Life Study." Diss., Temple University Libraries, 2012. http://cdm16002.contentdm.oclc.org/cdm/ref/collection/p245801coll10/id/165901.
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Exercise adherence is fundamental in the management of hypertension and other chronic diseases. The purpose of this study was two-fold. The first purpose was to examine patterns of adherence and to describe the influences of demographic, psychosocial, physiological, and sociocultural variables on adherence among African Americans enrolled in the Fit 4 Life study. The second purpose was to determine follow-up exercise behaviors of participants previously enrolled in the Fit 4 Life study. A mixed-methods approach was used with questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. A total of 75 African Americans (mean age = 51.8) who were previously enrolled in the Fit 4 Life study completed a several measures, which included a demographic questionnaire, psychosocial measures (SOC - Short Form; EBBS; BARSE; MHLC - Form C; SLS), and physiological tests (e.g., BMI, blood pressure, fasting glucose, cholesterol). Nine semi-structured interviews were conducted with exercise adherers (n = 5) and non-adherers (n = 4) who returned the questionnaires. Interviews were analyzed using thematic analysis and resulted in the emergence of four themes, and 10 associated subthemes, which described the participants' perceptions of exercise, their environment, and how these elements influence exercise behavior. The major themes were: benefits, barriers, facilitators, African American. Analysis revealed that adherers were able to identify greater physical activity benefits, and developed strategies to overcome barriers to exercise, including finding sources of social support outside of their friends and family. Adherers were also more likely to view self-efficacy as a benefit of exercise, as well as view exercise as an opportunity to focus on themselves. Through a series of chi-square analyses and independent samples t-tests, quantitative results revealed that adherers lived in smaller households and worked part-time. Adherers also had lower diastolic blood pressures, weighed less, had lower resting metabolic rates, less fat mass, and lower BMIs than non-adherers. Finally, adherers perceived fewer barriers to exercise, and had greater life satisfaction than non-adherers.
Temple University--Theses
Dennison, Colleen Beth, and Bernard M. Bass. "Development of an in-basket exercise designed to measure potential leadership skills by Coleen Beth Dennison." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2004. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/2769.
Full textKim, Bang Hyun. "The Effects of Guided Relaxation and Exercise Imagery on Older Adults with a Fear of Falling." Diss., Temple University Libraries, 2009. http://cdm16002.contentdm.oclc.org/cdm/ref/collection/p245801coll10/id/30570.
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Fear of falling (FOF) is a major health care concern within the elderly population. The main purpose of this study was to examine the effects of a six-week intervention that used Guided Relaxation and Exercise Imagery (GREI) techniques on lowering FOF rates among community dwelling adults aged 60 and above. A total of 184 older adults (mean age = 73.2) participated in a series of mobility (TUG; SLS) and FOF measures (1QFOF; Short FES-I; ABC Scale; EII). Participants were divided into four groups: two placebo control groups (PCG) and two intervention groups (IG). The intervention groups received instructions to use an audio CD containing a GREI program for 10 minutes a day, two times a week for six weeks. The control group received an audio CD that contained two relaxation tracks and were instructed to listen to music of their choice for five minutes after listening to a relaxation track. Through simple paired t-test and ANCOVA analysis, results revealed that the GREI CD had significant effects in reducing FOF (78%) and significantly increasing exercise imagery rates, efficacy in falls related activities, perceived exercise levels, and reducing time in a mobility test (e.g., TUG). There was also a significant reduction in FOF (20%) and significant increases in exercise imagery rates, efficacy, confidence, and a mobility test (e.g., TUG) for participants who had an FOF pretest and were in PCG. However, participants who were in PCG and did not have an FOF during pretest did not have significant differences in any of the tests except for a significant increase in falls efficacy. Overall, this study revealed that using a GREI CD for six weeks helped decrease levels of FOF for older adults aged 60 and above. GREI was also effective in increasing falls-related efficacy, exercise imagery, and perceived exercise levels. Further exploration of GREI and its effects on psychological variables related to FOF and falls may substantiate its effectiveness as a fear of falling intervention.
Temple University--Theses
Carmichael, Kaitlyn E. "Effects of a Single Bout of Exercise on Neurocognitive Function following Acute Sleep Restriction." Thesis, University of North Texas, 2018. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1248395/.
Full textMorris, Bethany. "Savor the Memory: A Reminiscence Exercise to Increase Positive Emotions and Reduce Depression Risk in Anxious Individuals." Scholar Commons, 2014. https://scholarcommons.usf.edu/etd/5278.
Full textHsu, Ya-Ting. "The Effects of a Self-Determination Theory Based Exercise Intervention on Physical Activity and Psychological Variables in Sedentary Overweight or Obese Women: Project CHANGE (To Being a Confident, Healthy, and Goal-Directed Exerciser)." The Ohio State University, 2011. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1312231290.
Full textPhillips, Amanda S. "Self-Efficacy and Competence: A Physical Activity Experimental Comparison." Thesis, University of North Texas, 2019. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1538687/.
Full textKincheloe, Lauren M. "College: A Time to Increase Knowledge and Attenuate Health? A Study into College's Influences on Students' Alcohol Consumption, Physical Activity, and Diet." Miami University / OhioLINK, 2012. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1339431346.
Full textPasquariello, Cassandra D. "Enhancing Self-Efficacy in the Utilization of Physical Activity Counseling: An Online Constructivist Approach with Psychologists-in-Training." VCU Scholars Compass, 2013. http://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/etd/3287.
Full textPreston, Heather Ann. "SMART Start! Examining the Relationship Between Social Cognitive Theory Variables and Physical Activity in a Worksite Walking Program." The Ohio State University, 2012. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1343421761.
Full textVanherweg, Clara Therese Louise. "AN EXPLORATORY INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECTS OF DRAGON BOATING ON THE PSYCHOSOCIAL WELL-BEING OF FEMALE CANCER SURVIVORS." DigitalCommons@CalPoly, 2011. https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/theses/627.
Full textThomas, Jafra D. "Exerciser self-image and indices of health-related physical fitness." Scholarly Commons, 2014. https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/uop_etds/310.
Full textMaynard, Brandon W. "From Dawn to Dan: The Journey of Karate Masters." Antioch University / OhioLINK, 2017. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=antioch1495216685379078.
Full textNeville, Steven P. "Does Stage of Exercise Behavior Predict College Students' Perceptions of Framed Persuasive Messages about Exercise?" Kent State University Honors College / OhioLINK, 2020. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ksuhonors1586780323700907.
Full textPetosa, Patrick Scott. "Use of Social Cognitive Theory to Explain Exercise Behavior Among Adults." Connect to resource, 1993. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc%5Fnum=osu1219340693.
Full textHoepf, Michael Raymond. "A Study of Exercise: Intentions and Behavior." Wright State University / OhioLINK, 2015. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=wright1437324440.
Full textLee, Morgan. "Exercise Barriers in Cancer Survivors: A Multi-Dimensional Approach." Scholar Commons, 2013. http://scholarcommons.usf.edu/etd/4717.
Full textReuille-Dupont, Stacy. "Impact Psychological Symptom Severity on Leisure Time Exercise Behavior and Perceived Benefits and Barriers to Physical Exercise." Thesis, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, 2015. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=3686498.
Full textThose with mental health issues often present in primary care with somatic symptoms, utilize more health care, and on average die younger. Physical exercise has the potential to be an effective treatment for comorbid physical and mental health symptoms; however, prescribing exercise for those with mental illness is more complicated. Although physical exercise is a possible intervention, more research is needed to further understand the complicated influences exercise may have on those in mental health outpatient with complicated presentations, trauma histories, disruption to the HPA axis, attachment bonds, and possible complicating substance use. Exercise is dose responsive and research has pointed out intensity of exercise performed matters when attempting to shift physical health. This study used three measurements of symptom severity: Trauma Symptom Checklist–40, Global Assessment of Functioning, and the Patient Health Questionnaire to assess 149 clients presenting for outpatient treatment in a rural community health center. Using the Exercise Benefits / Barriers Scale and the Godin Leisure Time Activity Questionnaire the perception of exercise benefits, barriers, time spent exercising, and intensity levels of exercise was assessed. Those with higher symptom cluster presentations exercised less often and less intensely. Those who had participated in physical exercise over seven days with strenuous or moderate intensity reported less symptoms related to somatoform disorder, depression, panic, and anxiety. Additional findings and implications for future research are discussed.
Ransom-Flint, Terry. "Implementation intentions, personality, and exercise behavior." Columbus, Ohio : Ohio State University, 2006. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc%5Fnum=osu1162772735.
Full textEverman, Melinda K. "Self regulation, outcome expectancy value, and exercise role identity as predictors of exercise." Virtual Press, 1998. http://liblink.bsu.edu/uhtbin/catkey/1074551.
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Lee, Morgan Sophia. "Development and Evaluation of a Hypocrisy Induction Intervention for Exercise." Scholar Commons, 2016. http://scholarcommons.usf.edu/etd/6109.
Full textGingrich, Amy Marie. "Effects of Motivational Interviewing on Improving Attitude toward Exercise in College Students." Marietta College / OhioLINK, 2008. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=marietta1220494280.
Full textPadover, Jessica. "Reducing Problem Behavior in Children with Autism by Implementing Relaxation Exercise Interventions at the Onset of Precursor Behavior." Scholarship @ Claremont, 2018. http://scholarship.claremont.edu/scripps_theses/1169.
Full textDavis, Heather A. "DEVELOPMENTAL TRAJECTORIES OF EXCESSIVE EXERCISE AND FASTING ACROSS THE MIDDLE SCHOOL YEARS." UKnowledge, 2015. http://uknowledge.uky.edu/psychology_etds/80.
Full textMarole, Phelelo 1955. "Perceptions of benefits of exercise and barriers to exercise as a health promoting behavior, and health promoting lifestyle of international students." Thesis, The University of Arizona, 1991. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/558148.
Full textTobin, Vannessa J. "Facilitating exercise behaviour change a self-determination theory and motivational interviewing perspective /." Thesis, Bangor University, 2003. http://www.oregonpdf.org.
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Hammer, Rodney L. "The Effects of Implementation Intentions on Volunteer Firefighter Exercise Behavior: A Randomized Controlled Study." DigitalCommons@USU, 2010. https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/etd/753.
Full textChecko, Erica Rose. "Personal motivation, body image, health behavior and stage of exercising /." View online ; access limited to URI, 2007. http://0-digitalcommons.uri.edu.helin.uri.edu/dissertations/AAI3298366.
Full textMikesell, Matthew. "The Relationship of Appearance Pressures, Exercise Behaviors, and Reasons for Exercise to the Psychological Well-Being of Retired Female Athletes." Thesis, University of North Texas, 2018. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1248438/.
Full textKessler, Kelly L. "Self-Objectification, Body Image, Eating Behaviors, and Exercise Dependence among College Females." Thesis, University of North Texas, 2010. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc30477/.
Full textLePage, Marie Louise. "Exercise and Eating Disordered Beliefs and Behaviors: A Study Using Ecological Momentary Assessment." Kent State University / OhioLINK, 2011. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=kent1308140826.
Full textGreenfeld, Jay Matthew. "Using rational emotive behavior therapy to initiate and maintain regular exercise in college-age men: a qualitative investigation." Diss., University of Iowa, 2011. https://ir.uiowa.edu/etd/2709.
Full textWeng, Timothy Benjamin. "Brain network predictors of exercise behavior change in sedentary older adults: an emotion and decision making perspective." Diss., University of Iowa, 2018. https://ir.uiowa.edu/etd/6662.
Full textHallam, Jeffrey Steed. "A process evaluation of a social cognitive theory based intervention to promote the adoption of exercise behavior of adults at the worksite." The Ohio State University, 1995. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1334762570.
Full textForbes, Courtney N. "Development and Validation of the Expectancies for Body-Focused Coping Questionnaire." University of Toledo / OhioLINK, 2019. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=toledo1564739773263179.
Full textMyers, Garrett. "Effects of Learned Exercises on Gross Motor Coordination in Children with ASD." Scholarship @ Claremont, 2018. http://scholarship.claremont.edu/cmc_theses/1914.
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