scholarly journals Motivation Levels and Goals for the Practice of Physical Exercise in Five Different Modalities: A Correspondence Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juliana Correia Borges ◽  
Gilson Gonçalves de Oliveira Filho ◽  
Claudio Andre Barbosa de Lira ◽  
Ronaldo Angelo Dias da Silva ◽  
Eduardo da Silva Alves ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Strength Training ◽  
Correspondence Analysis ◽  
Multiple Correspondence Analysis ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Exercise Adherence ◽  
Fitness Program ◽  
Functional Training ◽  
Training Motivation ◽  
Motivation Level

The identification of the practitioner’s profile regarding their motivation level for physical exercise engagement could be a behavioral strategy to increase exercise adherence. The present study investigates the associations between motivation levels, modalities practiced, and goals concerning the practice of physical exercise among physical exercise practitioners. A total of 100 physical exercise practitioners, of which 67 were women, took part in this study. The participants were engaged in extreme fitness program, strength training, fight training, Pilates, and functional training. Motivation level (BREQ-3) and expectations regarding regular physical exercise (IMPRAF-54) were assessed. A multiple correspondence analysis demonstrates preferential relationships between descriptive and non-inferential variables. Strength training and fight training practitioners seek these modalities with the goals of “Health” and “Aesthetics,” demonstrating low autonomy in relation to the behavior for the practice of physical exercise. Extreme conditioning program and functional training practitioners have as goal “Pleasure,” demonstrating medium and high levels of autonomy for such practice and Pilates practitioners have the goal of “Stress Control.” To promote and encourage the regular practice of physical exercise, this strategy could be used to take actions that increase the public’s intention to start or continue in a physical exercise program.

Self-Efficacy and Outcome Expectations as Determinants of Exercise Adherence

1986 ◽  
Vol 59 (3) ◽  
pp. 1155-1159 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raymond Desharnais ◽  
Jacques Bouillon ◽  
Gaston Godin
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Exercise Adherence ◽  
Outcome Expectations ◽  
Dropping Out ◽  
Fitness Program ◽  
Cognitive Mediators ◽  
Program Adherence ◽  
The Individual

Based upon Bandura's (1977) theory of self-efficacy, this prospective research concerned the prediction of adherence to exercise in a physical fitness program. Adherence was predicted from expectations of both outcome and self-efficacy measured at the first meeting of a 22-session exercise program (two sessions per week). 98 adults of both sexes participated. After completion of the program, participants were classified as “adherers” or “dropouts” from attendance records. Analysis showed that, self-efficacy was a more central determinant of adherence than expectation of outcome, although both variables were significant cognitive mediators of adherence to exercise. At the outset of the program, potential dropouts displayed less certainty than adherers about their capacity to attend the program regularly until its completion. They also expected mote benefits from participation in the program. This suggests that the likelihood of adhering to or dropping out of a fitness program may partly reside in the individual at the outset of involvement. Based on this finding, strategies to improve adherence to exercise are proposed.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of Combined Treatment Using Physical Exercise and Ultrasound-Guided Radiofrequency Ablation of Genicular Nerves in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 4338
Author(s):  
Alessandro de Sire ◽  
Lorenzo Lippi ◽  
Claudio Curci ◽  
Dario Calafiore ◽  
Carlo Cisari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Knee Osteoarthritis ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Combined Treatment ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Exercise Adherence ◽  
Reduction Of Pain ◽  
Chronic Pain Conditions ◽  
Combined Intervention

Radiofrequency (RF) is a mini-invasive neuromodulation intervention that is commonly used in chronic pain conditions including general musculoskeletal pain related to several diseases, including knee osteoarthritis (KOA). However, to date, few studies investigated synergistic therapeutic approaches combining RF with rehabilitative physical exercise protocols in KOA patients. This prospective cohort study aimed at assessing the short-term effects on pain in KOA patients of a multimodal intervention consisting of ultrasound (US)-guided RF geniculate ablation and concomitant rehabilitative physical exercise. We included grade III KOA patients with knee pain (Numerical Pain Rating Scale, NPRS >4) not responsive to conventional treatments. They underwent a combined intervention including US-guided RF geniculate ablation and a 2-week physical exercise program. At the baseline (T0) and 1 month after (T1) we assessed: NPRS, Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Scale (KOOS), quality of life, exercise adherence, and safety. All the 47 KOA patients enrolled (68.8 ± 13.7 years old) showed a reduction of pain (NPRS: 7.48 ± 1.74; 3.63 ± 1.68; p < 0.001). In addition, there was a significant improvement (p < 0.05) also in the other functioning and HRQoL outcomes. Adherence to the exercise program was over 80% in more than half (28) of the patients. No major adverse events were reported. These findings suggested that US-guided RF ablation of genicular nerves combined with rehabilitative exercise therapy might be considered a safe and effective approach in the complex management of KOA patients.

Perceived facilitators and barriers to physical exercise adherence in esophageal cancer patients after surgery.

2018 ◽  
Vol 36 (7_suppl) ◽  
pp. 94-94
Author(s):  
Jonna van Vulpen ◽  
Lenja Witlox ◽  
Alida Methorst - de Haan ◽  
Petra H.M. Peeters ◽  
Richard van Hillegersberg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Esophageal Cancer ◽  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Resistance Exercise ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Exercise Adherence ◽  
Perceived Barriers ◽  
Physical Complaints ◽  
High Adherence ◽  
Facilitators And Barriers

94 Background: To achieve optimal effects of exercise interventions in esophageal cancer patients, high adherence is needed. Knowledge on facilitators and barriers can help improving exercise adherence. Hence, the aim of this study is to evaluate perceived facilitators and barriers to physical exercise adherence in esophageal cancer patients in the first year after surgery. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with patients (n = 16) who were randomised to the exercise group of the Physical ExeRcise Following Esophageal Cancer Treatment (PERFECT) Study. Patients participated in a 12-week supervised combined aerobic and resistance exercise program twice weekly, and were advised to be physically active at least 30 minutes each day. Physiotherapists registered attendance at the supervised sessions and compliance (i.e., performing the exercises according to protocol). Transcribed interviews were analysed using a thematic content approach. Results: Median attendance was 97.9%, interquartile range (IQR): 91.7 – 100%. Median compliance to both components of the exercise program was high: 89.6% (IQR 75.5 – 95.8%) for aerobic exercise and 88.0% (IQR 73.8 – 93.6%) for resistance exercise. The most important perceived facilitators were patients’ own attitudes towards exercise (i.e. motivation, commitment and personal goals) and supervision by a physiotherapist. There were only few perceived barriers, of which the most frequently mentioned were logistic factors (i.e. holidays, conflicting activities and weather circumstances) and impaired physical condition due to regular endoscopic esophageal dilation therapy or general physical complaints, such as fatigue. Conclusions: Esophageal cancer patients after surgery are well capable to perform physical exercise with moderate-to-high intensity. The most important perceived facilitators for the high adherence rates are patients’ own attitudes towards exercise and supervision by a physiotherapist. Completion of the exercise program was only minimally affected by perceived barriers as logistic factors and physical complaints. This information can help in designing future exercise programs for clinical practice.

scholarly journals Informed Geoheritage Conservation: Determinant Analysis Based on Bibliometric and Sustainability Indicators Using Ordination Techniques

Land ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 539
Author(s):  
Boglárka Németh ◽  
Károly Németh ◽  
Jon N. Procter
Keyword(s):  
Correspondence Analysis ◽  
Conservation Planning ◽  
Earth Science ◽  
Multiple Correspondence Analysis ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Usual Model ◽  
Development Indicators ◽  
Individual Variables ◽  
Business As Usual ◽  
World Development

Ordination methods are used in ecological multivariate statistics in order to reduce the number of dimensions and arrange individual variables along environmental variables. Geoheritage designation is a new challenge for conservation planning. Quantification of geoheritage to date is used explicitly for site selection, however, it also carries significant potential to be one of the indicators of sustainable development that is delivered through geosystem services. In order to achieve such a dominant position, geoheritage needs to be included in the business as usual model of conservation planning. Questions about the quantification process that have typically been addressed in geoheritage studies can be answered more directly by their relationships to world development indicators. We aim to relate the major informative geoheritage practices to underlying trends of successful geoheritage implementation through statistical analysis of countries with the highest trackable geoheritage interest. Correspondence analysis (CA) was used to obtain information on how certain indicators bundle together. Multiple correspondence analysis (MCA) was used to detect sets of factors to determine positive geoheritage conservation outcomes. The analysis resulted in ordination diagrams that visualize correlations among determinant variables translated to links between socio-economic background and geoheritage conservation outcomes. Indicators derived from geoheritage-related academic activity and world development metrics show a shift from significant Earth science output toward disciplines of strong international agreement such as tourism, sustainability and biodiversity. Identifying contributing factors to conservation-related decisions helps experts to tailor their proposals for required evidence-based quantification reports and reinforce the scientific significance of geoheritage.

scholarly journals POS1471-HPR EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF MOBILE APP-BASED EXERCISES PROGRAMME IN PATIENTS WITH NECK PAIN: THE RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL

2021 ◽  
Vol 80 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 1021.1-1021
Author(s):  
L. Beyaztaş ◽  
E. Tonga
Keyword(s):  
Neck Pain ◽  
Effect Size ◽  
Mobile Application ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Exercise Adherence ◽  
Chronic Neck Pain ◽  
Mobile App ◽  
Post Exercise ◽  
Spinal Stabilization ◽  
Postural Correction

Background:Mobile health applications are frequently used to increase exercise adherence in patients with musculoskeletal problems. However, the usability of these health mobile applications mostly has not been proven. In our previous study, the usability of the mobile app, which includes postural correction and neck spinal stabilization exercises, has been proven. (M.U-NeckExercise application)Objectives:The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the mobile application-based home exercise program for patients with chronic neck pain.Methods:60 people with chronic neck pain were participated in the our study. They were randomized into two groups. The first group (n:30) received home exercises via the novel mobile app, and the second group (n:30) received the same home exercises via the brochure. The exercise program consisted of neck and thoracic postural correction and neck spinal stabilization exercises. Participants has been requested to do the exercises 3 days in a week for 6 weeks. Participants’ pain levels were assessed by using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), their neck-related functional limitations were evaluated by Neck Pain and Disability Index (BADI). Exercise adherence was meausered with a ratio of total participated sessions compared with the target defined by patient activation monitor and exercise adherance questionnaire. Targeted participation were %60 of total sessions.Results:In both groups, the improvement in VAS and BADI scores was statistically significant (p<0.05). It was found that the pain parameters of VAS score decreased statistically more in the mobile application-based exercise group (p<0.05). While there was no statistically significant difference between the groups in the BADI score, the effect size results was higher in the mobile app group (effect size= 0.411). Our exercise commitment target in the mobile app group was an average of 10.5 sessions. The target session number has been reached 11.25 sessions.Conclusion:It has been observed that the mobile application-based exercise program is effective in reducing pain and increasing exercise adherence in people with chronic neck pain. The findings support M.U-NeckExercise-App could be recommended to health professionals for exercise prescription in patients with cronic neck pain.References:[1]Tonga E, Can M, Polat MG (2019). ”SAT0730-HPR development and design of smartphone application for postural alignment of cervical and thoracic spine for young adults.” Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, 78,2.[2]Voth, E. C., Oelke, N. D., & Jung, M. E. (2016). A theory-based exercise app to enhance exercise adherence: a pilot study. JMIR mHealth and uHealth, 4(2), e62.VariableGroupX±SSzpPost-Exercise VAS Value (0-10 cm)Mobile app2,90±2,04-3,272**0,001Brochure4,63±1,69Post-Exercise BADI ValueMobile app38,86±12,380,0310,861Brochure32,23±12,35Disclosure of Interests:None declared

scholarly journals Patterns of Italian high school and university students’ attitudes towards physics: an analysis based on semiotic-cultural perspective

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Italo Testa ◽  
Raffaele De Luca Picione ◽  
Umberto Scotti di Uccio
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Cluster Analysis ◽  
University Students ◽  
Correspondence Analysis ◽  
Multiple Correspondence Analysis ◽  
Psychological Theory ◽  
Cultural Perspective ◽  
Undergraduate Level ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
And Cluster Analysis

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to analyse Italian high school and university students’ attitudes towards physics using the Semiotic Cultural Psychological Theory (SCPT). In the SCPT framework, attitudes represent how individuals interpret their experience through the mediation of generalized meaning with which they are identified. A view-of-physics questionnaire was used as an instrument to collect data with 1603 high school and university students. Data were analysed through multiple correspondence analysis and cluster analysis. We identified four generalized meanings of physics: (a) interesting and important for society; (b) a quite interesting, but badly taught subject at school and not completely useful for society; (c) difficult to study and irrelevant for society; and (d) a fascinating and protective niche from society. The identified generalized meanings are significantly correlated to the choice to study physics at undergraduate level and to the choice of attending physics-related activities in high school. Implications for research are discussed.

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