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Targeting PA Behaviour Change: How can we support change? - Coggle Diagram
Targeting PA Behaviour Change: How can we support change?
Domains of PA
Domestic
Leisure time
Occupational or school
Transportation
The road to change
The aim is to "light up the path" and guide people towards desirable change/a positive future.
Physical Activity
PA can improve the 3 Cs
Control, Competence and Connectedness
Physical activity can contribute to basic psychological needs and boost motivation.
Why PA might not bring desired outcomes
Increase PA
Negative emotional, social and physical effects
Dislike
Pain
Embarrassment
Disapproval of others
Conflict with other priorities.
LEADS TO
Low motivation
Low confidence
Low sense of control
Can't see the point/negative attitude to PA.
Balance of Motivations
We need to shift the balance of motivations
By boosting the 3 Cs (and other reinforcers) to motivate change.
Once habits are established, the balance favours staying active.