Towards a physically more active lifestyle based on one's own values: the results of a randomized controlled trial among physically inactive adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The high prevalence of physical inactivity has led to a search for novel and feasible interventions that will enhance physical activity, especially among the least physically active individuals. This randomized controlled trial aimed to determine the effectiveness of a value-based intervention to promote a physically more active lifestyle among physically inactive adults. The framework of the study was based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Methods

Physically inactive participants aged 30 to 50 years (n = 138) were randomly allocated to a feedback (FB, n = 69) or an acceptance- and commitment-based group (ACT + FB, n = 69). Both groups received written feedback about their objectively measured physical activity and were offered a body composition analys

SUBMITTER: Kangasniemi AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4371624 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature