Understanding Physical Activity Theories

Why are theories and models important in understanding physical activity and exercise behaviours?

• They simplify the process of physical activity.

• They offer a framework for understanding behaviours and planning interventions.

• They predict genetic predispositions.

• They remove the need for environmental considerations.

Which belief is NOT part of the Health Belief Model?

• Perceived susceptibility

• Perceived satisfaction

• Perceived severity

• Perceived barriers

What does the Health Belief Model primarily focus on?

• Readiness to act on health behaviours.

• The maintenance of physical activity over time.

• Societal influences on health behaviour.

• The relationship between intention and behaviour.

Which factor in the Physical Activity Maintenance Model addresses confidence to overcome barriers and avoid relapse?

• Motivation

• Goal-setting

• Self-efficacy

• Life stress

What is a key limitation of the Health Belief Model?

• It does not account for individual beliefs.

• It focuses only on physical activity initiation and neglects maintenance.

• It is too focused on societal factors.

• It assumes everyone is intrinsically motivated.

Which of the following is an example of an intrapersonal factor in the Socioecological Model?

• Availability of parks

• Cultural norms around exercise

• Personal knowledge and attitudes about exercise

• Workplace policies promoting PA

What does the Socioecological Model emphasise in its approach to physical activity behaviour?

• A single intervention for all levels of influence.

• The reciprocal interactions between individual, social, and environmental factors.

• An individual’s readiness to change their behaviour.

• Motivation as the sole driver of behaviour.

Which theory or model is explicitly designed to address the maintenance of physical activity?

• Health Belief Model

• Physical Activity Maintenance Model

• Socioecological Model

• Transtheoretical Model

According to the Physical Activity Maintenance Model, what role does life stress play in PA behaviour?

• It has no impact on long-term adherence.

• It enhances goal-setting and motivation.

• It acts as a potential barrier to maintaining physical activity.

• It strengthens self-efficacy.

What type of intervention would be most aligned with the Socioecological Model?

• Offering financial incentives for individuals to join gyms.

• Implementing stair prompts in workplaces and public areas to encourage physical activity.

• Providing educational workshops on exercise benefits to individuals.

• Creating motivational posters emphasising personal fitness goals.