Exercise Psychology PDF (HSE309) - Deakin University (2024)

Exercise Psychology HSE309 – Cognitive and Behavioural Aspects of Sport and Exercise Weinberg and Gould 8th edn (2024)- Chapter 19 Deakin University CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B  Sport Psychology → Exercise Psychology So far, classes/lectur...

Exercise Psychology HSE309 – Cognitive and Behavioural Aspects of Sport and Exercise Weinberg and Gould 8th edn (2024)- Chapter 19 Deakin University CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B  Sport Psychology → Exercise Psychology So far, classes/lectures have focused on sport/performance psychology –Tended to have a focus on: Performance and competition Psychological training/skills for improved performance Considerable focus on high-ability/elite levels Next series of classes/lectures focus on psychological aspects of exercise –More concerned with understanding/explaining: Consequences of exercise behaviour for mental health Determinants/barriers/theories of exercise behaviour and counselling Focus often on general population/non-elite levels 2 Deakin University CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B  Learning Objectives Discuss the reasons why people do / don’t exercise Explain the different theories / frameworks of exercise behaviour Describe the key individual and environmental determinants for exercise adoption and adherence Describe the different strategies used to enhance exercise adherence Discuss the characteristics (i.e. levels / settings) and effectiveness of different exercise interventions 3 Deakin University CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B  Terminology Physical activity (PA) ‐ Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles and resulting in an increase in energy expenditure ‐ Includes all forms of human movement ‐especially exercise, sport and play -Characterised by its modality, frequency, intensity, duration and context of practice Exercise ‐ Planned, structured, repetitive form of PA undertaken with a specific objective such as improvement of fitness, health, or physical performance Sport ‐ Highly competitive, structured environment, emphasis on physical skill and image: pixabay winning 4 Deakin University CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B  Physical Activity, Health and Well-being Compelling body of scientific evidence shows the importance of PA for physical and mental health. Previously described as a ‘Miracle Cure’ (UK Academy of Medical Royal Colleges) Inactivity associated with increased risk of physical and mental health problems 5 image:https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/adults/images/Health_Benefits_PA_Adults_Jan2 Deakin University CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B 021_H.jpg?_=61062  Physical Activity, Health and Well-being image:www.believeperform.com 6 image:https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/adults/images/Health_Benefits_PA_Adults_Jan2 Deakin University CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B 021_H.jpg?_=61062  Physical Activity Recommendations These are the most recent recommendations by the Australian Government (published May 2021) for adults aged 18-64 years old Physical Activity Guidelines 1. Doing any physical activity is better than doing none. If you currently do no physical activity, start by doing some, and gradually build up to the recommended amount. 2. Be active on most, preferably all, days every week. 3. Accumulate 150 to 300 minutes (2 ½ to 5 hours) of moderate intensity physical activity or 75 to 150 minutes (1 ¼ to 2 ½ hours) of vigorous intensity physical activity, or an equivalent combination of both moderate and vigorous activities, each week. 4. Do muscle strengthening activities on at least 2 days each week. Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines < 1.5 METS 5. Minimise the amount of time spent in prolonged sitting. 6. Break up long periods of sitting as often as possible Sitting or lying - sedentary behaviour 7 Deakin University CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B  Physical Activity levels in Australia According to the most recent report (2020‐2021), what proportion of these groups met PA guidelines? Teenagers (15-17 yrs) -