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Ryan E Rhodes1, Chetan D Mistry1
1Behavioural Medicine Laboratory, Faculty of Education, University of Victoria, Victoria BC, Canada.
Frontiers in Psychology
|June 1, 2016
Summary
Anticipated regret about missing physical activity (PA) stems from missed health benefits, shame, and social pressure. Understanding these diverse reasons can improve PA interventions.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Science
- Health Psychology
- Exercise Science
Background:
- Anticipated regret reliably predicts physical activity (PA) intention and behavior.
- The underlying sources of anticipated regret related to PA are not well understood.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and categorize the reasons individuals experience anticipated regret over missing regular physical activity.
- To explore the thematic origins of regret concerning a two-week period of inactivity.
Main Methods:
- A random sample of 120 university students was surveyed.
- Participants received a public health definition of PA and completed regret measures.
- Students listed their reasons for anticipated regret regarding missed PA.
Main Results:
- 95% of participants anticipated regret from missing PA, providing 357 reasons.
- The primary theme was missing PA benefits (69%).
- Secondary themes included shame/guilt (28%) and perceived social pressure (3%).
Conclusions:
- The reasons for anticipated regret are diverse, encompassing benefits, self-identity, and social factors.
- Future assessments should clarify the source of regret.
- Interventions could leverage attitude and identity theories to enhance regret's motivational impact on PA.
Keywords:
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