Description
Book SynopsisDescribes proven methods for helping people change from being inactive to active living. This book helps readers learn to use a 5-stage model to measure motivational readiness for physical activity as well as learning how to apply stage-specific strategies for individual, group, workplace and community interventions.
Trade Review“In my opinion Motivating People to Be Physically Active, Second Edition is the best book of 2009 on how to apply theory to practice. It is the only one I have liked well enough to write a recommendation.
The book starts with four chapters that provide a thorough review of physical activity and behavior change theory, with special emphasis on motivational readiness to change. This review was one of the best I have read in terms of being well grounded scientifically but also very practical. The next chapter describes how to apply these concepts to assess physical activity patterns. The final four chapters describe how to develop programs for individual counseling, group counseling, work settings and community settings. The book includes forms that can be used to track physical activity and counsel clients, and the appendix is full of questionnaires that can be used to measure many of the concepts described in the book.
The book is well organized, clearly written, thoroughly documented and easy to read. I recommend it highly to anyone who is involved in designing or managing fitness programs, coaching or personal fitness training, or is teaching or studying these issues.”
Michael P. O'Donnell, MBA, MPH, PhD
Editor in Chief, American Journal of Health Promotion
Table of ContentsContents
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
