I Move: systematic development of a web-based computer tailored physical activity intervention, based on motivational interviewing and self-determination theory

Purpose: Adolescents’ and parents’ experiences within a multidimensional school-based physical activity intervention grounded on self-determination theory were explored. Method: Qualitative data from 29 adolescents (aged 15–17 years) and three parents on behalf of the total students’ families were collected via participant observation (research diary), semistructured interviews, and focus groups. Results: Adolescents perceived that the application of motivational strategies, based on self-determination theory, satisfied their basic psychological needs for autonomy, competence and relatedness, favored self-determined motivation, and gave rise to adaptive consequences (improved physical activity knowledge, creation of affective bonds, and increased leisure-time physical activity). These results were supported by the information reported by the students’ parents. Discussion/Conclusions: The findings support the implementation of self-determination theory-based multidimensional interventions to promote adolescents’ physical activity participation. This study also presents several motivational strategies which could be useful for the design and implementation of future school-based physical activity interventions.

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Delivery and Receipt of a Self-Determination-Theory-Based Extracurricular Physical Activity Intervention: Exploring Theoretical Fidelity in Action 3:30

Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology ◽

10.1123/jsep.2015-0217 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 38 (4) ◽

pp. 381-395 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Simon J. Sebire ◽

Mark J. Edwards ◽

Kenneth R. Fox ◽

Ben Davies ◽

Kathryn Banfield ◽

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Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Autonomy Support ◽

Physical Activity Intervention ◽

Intervention Group ◽

Implementation Fidelity ◽

Self Determination Theory ◽

Need Satisfaction ◽

Self Determination ◽

After School ◽

School Based

The implementation, fidelity, and receipt of a self-determination-theory-based after-school physical activity intervention (Action 3:30) delivered by teaching assistants (TAs) was examined using a mixed-methods process evaluation. Physical activity motivation and need satisfaction were reported by 539 participants at baseline, the end of intervention, and 4-month follow-up. Pupil- and TA-reported autonomy-support and teaching efficacy were collected alongside interviews with 18 TAs and focus groups with 60 participants. Among intervention boys there were small increases in identified, introjected, and external motivation and no differences in need satisfaction. Among girls, intrinsic and identified motivation and autonomy and relatedness were lower in the intervention group. Qualitative evidence for fidelity was moderate, and boys reported greater need satisfaction than girls. TAs provided greater structure than involvement or autonomy-support and felt least efficacious when facing school-based challenges. The findings highlight the refinements needed to enhance theoretical fidelity and intervention effectiveness for boys and girls.

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Motivational Interviewing in a Web-Based Physical Activity Intervention With an Avatar: Randomized Controlled Trial

Journal of Medical Internet Research ◽

10.2196/jmir.2974 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 16 (2) ◽

pp. e48 ◽

Cited By ~ 36

Author(s):

Stijn Friederichs ◽

Catherine Bolman ◽

Anke Oenema ◽

Janneke Guyaux ◽

Lilian Lechner

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Randomized Controlled Trial ◽

Motivational Interviewing ◽

Physical Activity Intervention ◽

Controlled Trial ◽

Web Based ◽

Randomized Controlled

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Usage and appreciation of a Web-Based Computer-Tailored Diet and Physical Activity Intervention based on the Self-Determination Theory: Evaluation of process and predictors (Preprint)

10.2196/preprints.22390 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Juul M.J. Coumans ◽

Anke Oenema ◽

Catherine A.W. Bolman ◽

Lilian Lechner

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Self Determination Theory ◽

Psychological Needs ◽

Basic Psychological Needs ◽

Self Determination ◽

Self Report ◽

Stepwise Logistic Regression ◽

Web Based ◽

Motivational Constructs ◽

Diet And Physical Activity

BACKGROUND eHealth seems to be a promising tool for promoting lifestyle behaviors, such as a healthy diet and physical activity (PA). However, making people use interventions is a crucial and challenging problem in eHealth. More insight into usage patterns and predicting factors is needed to improve future interventions. OBJECTIVE This paper describes the (predictors of) usage and appreciation of a web-based computer-tailored dietary and PA promotion intervention “MyLifestyleCoach” based on Self-Determination theory. Firstly, we depicted the participants’ flow in the intervention, identifying moments when people are likely to discontinue their use. Secondly, it was investigated whether demographic, motivational, and program-related characteristics predict usage of several intervention elements. Thirdly, appreciation scores of the intervention and the characteristics associated with these scores were reported. METHODS Data from online self-report questionnaires and objectively assessed usage data of several intervention parts were analyzed from participants randomized to the intervention condition. Multiple stepwise (logistic) regression analyses were conducted to examine the predictors of the intervention’s usage and evaluation scores. RESULTS Our findings indicate a low full completion rate for the intervention who chose and completed respectively the diet module (49/146, 33.6%), the PA module (2/12, 16.7%) and both modules (58/273, 21.2%). Several points in the intervention were identified where participants were likely to stop using the intervention. Autonomous and intrinsic motivation towards diet was related to the completion of initial sessions of the intervention (i.e., the opening session in which participants could choose which module to follow and the first session of the diet module). In contrast, controlled motivation was linked to the completion of both modules (initial and follow-up sessions). The appreciation scores were somewhat positive. Appreciation was predicted by several motivational constructs (e.g., amotivation), basic psychological needs (e.g., competence), and program-related features (e.g., the number of sessions completed). CONCLUSIONS To conclude, this study adds meaningful information on the use and appreciation of a Web-based computer-tailored dietary and PA intervention “MyLifestyleCoach”. Results indicate that different types of motivation are at play at different moments where people are likely to stop using the intervention. The intervention was appreciated fairly well, and several motivational constructs and fulfillment of the basic psychological needs were associated with appreciation. Practical implications of these findings have been provided. CLINICALTRIAL Netherlands Trial Register NL7333; https://www.trialregister.nl/trial/7333

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Effects of Motivational Interviewing and Wearable Fitness Trackers on Motivation and Physical Activity: A Systematic Review

American Journal of Health Promotion ◽

10.1177/0890117120939030 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 089011712093903

Author(s):

Kayla Nuss ◽

Kristen Moore ◽

Tracy Nelson ◽

Kaigang Li

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Motivational Interviewing ◽

Data Extraction ◽

Self Determination Theory ◽

Self Determination ◽

Inclusion Criteria ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Pilot Studies ◽

Longitudinal Observational Studies ◽

Fitness Trackers

Objective: To systematically review the impacts of Wearable Fitness Trackers (WFTs), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Self Determination Theory (SDT)–based interventions on physical activity (PA) and motivation for PA. Data Source: Manuscripts published between 2008 and 2018 in PubMed, Web of Science, CABAbstracts, and SPORTDiscus database were reviewed. Study Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria: Inclusion criteria were original pilot studies, randomized controlled trials (RCT), cross-sectional studies, qualitative assessments, prospective cohort studies, longitudinal observational studies, and pretest posttest designs published in peer-reviewed journals. Data Extraction: Studies were evaluated by 2 independent researchers for inclusion. Data Synthesis: Extracted data were synthesized in a tabular format and narrative summary. Results: Twenty-six studies met final inclusion criteria, 10 addressed WFT use and PA behavior, 4 investigated WFT use and its association with motivation for PA, and 10 examined SDT and/or MI and their effect on motivation for PA and/or PA behavior. Finally, 2 studies addressed SDT-based MI, WFT use, and the combined effect on PA behavior. Conclusions: While SDT-based interventions and MI positively impact motivation for PA and PA behavior, WFTs revealed mixed results. Wearable Fitness Trackers prove effective among individuals not currently meeting PA guidelines but have little impact on other populations. Self Determination Theory, MI, and WFTs use provides a promising combination of interventions to increase PA among sedentary individuals, though research is limited.

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