The Roles of Behavioral and Implementation Intentions in Changing Physical Activity in Young Children With Low Socioeconomic Status

• Autores: Christopher J. Armitage, Christine A. Sprigg
• Localización: Journal of sport and exercise psychology, ISSN 0895-2779, Vol. 32, Nº. 3, 2010, págs. 359-376
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • There is a dearth of research examining physical activity in children aged 6�10 years with low socioeconomic status, despite the fact there is good reason to suspect this is a critical period when physical activity habits are created. Physical activity and theory of planned behavior variables were measured at three time points, and children (N = 77) randomized to the experimental condition were additionally asked to form an implementation intention. Intention was a potent mediator of the past behavior�future behavior relationship and the implementation intention intervention significantly increased physical activity compared with the control condition. The findings suggest that physical activity can be increased in children aged 6�10 years with low socioeconomic status and that implementation intentions might enhance the effectiveness of children�s physical activity programs.