Predicting Vigorous Physical Activity Using Social Cognitive Theory

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      PNG Publications. 9728 Evening Bird Lane, Laurel, MD 20723. Tel: 301-725-4644; Fax: 301-725-4644; Web site: http://www.ajhb.org/
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      10
    • Education Level:
      Higher Education
    • Subject Terms:
      College Students; Physical Activities; Self Efficacy; Physical Activity Level; Social Theories; Social Cognition; Prediction; Student Behavior; Health Behavior; Exercise; Self Control; Social Influences; Student Attitudes; Experience
    • ISSN:
      1087-3244
    • Abstract:
      Objective: To test Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) in predicting future vigorous physical activity among college students. Methods: College students (n=350) completed a set of instruments measuring SCT constructs. Their vigorous physical activity was tracked for 4 weeks. Results: Exercise role identity, self-regulation, outcome expectancy value, social support, self-efficacy, and positive exercise experience accounted for 27% of the variance in days of vigorous physical activity. Conclusion: The results supported the use of SCT in understanding factors associated with vigorous physical activity rates among college students.
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    • Publication Date:
      2009
    • Accession Number:
      EJ823643