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Learning as an intrinsic motivator for physical activity

Providing knowledge to those taking part in physical activity means; Participants have more interest in what/why they are doing PT Participants have a another reason to come to sessions (to learn) Participants increase their confidence Participants are more likely to share the knowledge if they have something interesting to offer This help’s participants develop ‘KnowledgeContinue reading “Learning as an intrinsic motivator for physical activity”

Tips for overcoming common barriers to regular exercise

Everyone has some level of fitness. It is important to keep it, not lose it! Weather you start small or already exercise, keeping fit and healthy is good for you, your family and friends, your colleagues and the local community. You will visit the doctor less, you will fight off any coughs, colds and diseasesContinue reading “Tips for overcoming common barriers to regular exercise”

Individuals physically active from midlife show a reduced later risk of cognitive impairment.

The cognitive benefits of PA are highlighted by epidemiological, neuroimaging and behavioral studies. Epidemiological studies identified PA as an influential lifestyle factor in predicting rates of cognitive decline.   Neuroimaging studies documented attenuation of age-related brain atrophy, and also increase of gray matter and white matter of brain areas, including frontal and temporal lobes. These structuralContinue reading “Individuals physically active from midlife show a reduced later risk of cognitive impairment.”

Promoting physical activity amongst older adults…

Enjoyable and fun! – This is what adults between 50 to 87 wanted most from physical activity sessions. This study asked active older adults what motivated them to be active and asking inactive older adults what might encourage them to change. The study also noted the fact that both motivated and unmotivated older adults needContinue reading “Promoting physical activity amongst older adults…”

How to look after your mental health using exercise

Did you know that physical activity is also beneficial for your mental health and wellbeing? We need to change the way we view physical activity in the UK in order not to see it as something we ‘have to do’, ‘should do’ or ‘ought to do’ for our health, but as something that we doContinue reading “How to look after your mental health using exercise”

Behavioural strategies to increase physical activity in adults

Consider the use of effective low-cost motivational and behavioural strategies for increasing physical activity. Behavioural and motivational approaches to increase the likelihood of enduring behaviour change include; increasing motivation, self-efficacy, sense of control over physical activity,  using a personalized approach with social support and setting of meaningful goals. These strategies can lead to increases inContinue reading “Behavioural strategies to increase physical activity in adults”

Physical Activity – People first, training second

Requirements for Successful Behaviour Change Help people develop; 1. Desire (want to do it – includes allaying COVID-19 fears, will put in the effort, have made it a priority) 2. Knowledge (know what to do, when, where, how) 3. Skills (can do it properly/effectively) Here are the details 🤹🏽  https://www.ptdirect.com/training-design/exercise-behaviour-and-adherence/the-requirements-for-successful-behaviour-change

Increasing the Adherence to Exercise if you have a High BMI

Multiple short bouts of activity (i.e. 10 minutes) are at least as effective in facilitating exercise adherence and weight loss, as a single long bout (i.e. 40 minutes) 🤼‍♂️⏱ Research article;   https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2968119/ #WeAreUndefeatable  #ThisGirlCan  #EveryMindMatters  #Active10  #Change4Life  #HealthierYouRM  #ParkRunUK #MemoryWalk  #AlzheimersSoc  #BritishLungFoundation  #BloodCancerUK  #BreastCancer_UK  #DiabetesUK  #ParkinsonsUK  #SportinMind  #StreetGames  #theStrokeAssociation  #CentralYMCA