WorksheetsUnderstanding Physical Activity Theories
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
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.
