Deck 25: Exercise and Physical Activity Participation: An Identity-Centered Approach

Question 1

What are examples of cognitive processes that help someone develop or maintain a physical activity identity?

A) develop a positive view of physical activity and personal capabilities
B) practice mindfulness
C) all of these examples are accurate in relation to the question
D) engage in productive self-talk

Answer 1

all of these examples are accurate in relation to the question

Question 2

With regards to exercise, mindful movers were more likely to do which of the following?

A) more likely to adhere to physical activity programs or goals
B) these answers are accurate
C) more motivated to be physically active
D) more likely to initiate physical activity

Answer 2

these answers are accurate

Question 3

Developing an exercise identity could be incredibly harmful for many people, especially if they develop an injury.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

According to the Physical Activity Self-Definition model, which of the following statements is not true?

A) contexts may require changes in self-definitions
B) commitment and perceived ability to be active are impacted by trying and enjoying being physically active
C) the model was only tested in a few modes of exercise, specifically running and cycling so, therefore, may not be generalizable to people who are active through other forms of movement
D) forming a physical activity identity must focus on increasing commitment to physical activity

Question 5

Most exercise interventions have utilized all of the following models, except:

A) self-determination theory
B) identity or schema-related theories
C) social cognitive theories
D) transtheoretical model

Question 6

What are examples of social processes that might help someone develop a physical activity identity?

A) identify barriers to exercise
B) get help from others on brainstorming strategies to cope with or overcome barriers to exercise
C) all of these examples are accurate in relation to the question
D) receive positive feedback from others when you are active

Question 7

Which of the following statements is not true?

A) when trying to decrease depression, we know the optimal dose-response for exercise prescription
B) exercise training can reduce signs or symptoms of depression to a degree comparable to antidepressant drugs
C) exercise groups decreased depression scores compared to control groups
D) exercise is associated with a moderate reduction in risk of developing depression

Question 8

Even 10-minute bouts of exercise can significantly reduce symptoms of anxiety.

Question 9

When prescribing exercise as a strategy to help decrease feelings of anxiety, people should be encouraged to do all of the following except:

A) be physically active in any what that brings happiness
B) exercise on days when they are experiencing anxiety
C) exercise for any amount of time (even 10 minutes)
D) increase the frequency of exercise

Question 10

People who develop a physical activity identity are more likely to be physically active and commit to exercising.

Question 11

Impairment of cognitive functioning does not usually include:

A) vision problems
B) slower processing speed
C) enhanced understanding
D) memory loss

Question 12

Various types of activity can improve elements associated with quality of life.

Question 13

______ is a future-oriented component of the self, representing what we want to do or who we want to become.

A) Identity
B) Self-schema
C) Possible self
D) Future self

Question 14

___________ is one of the largest known correlates of physical activity behaviour commensurate with intention.

A) Low trait anxiety
B) Current fitness levels
C) Schema
D) Identity

Question 15

Which of the following is not one of the three key self-beliefs that Whaley and Schroyer (2010) recommend?

A) possible selves that relate to an exercise identity
B) effective self-talk
C) development of exercise commitment
D) self-schema for exercise

Question 16

______________ is the ability to understand, remember, and perceive of objects, thoughts and ideas.

A) Cognitive awareness
B) Memory
C) Cognitive decline
D) Cognitive functioning

Question 17

The cognitive variable with the most support as a determinant for an active lifestyle is _____.

A) self-efficacy
B) self-control
C) self-determination
D) motivation

Question 18

Mental health benefits are most profound when people engage in 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and two days of strength training per week.

Question 19

Which of the following is not true about the relationship between physical activity and depression?

A) adherence factors are not important in understanding the physical activity-depression relationship
B) as someone engages in physical activity, they may experience a reduction in depressive symptoms
C) individuals with depression are less likely to engage in regular physical activity
D) physical activity can help prevent the onset of depression

Question 20

Approximately 40% of adults in the United States are meeting Healthy People 2020 physical activity guidelines.

Question 21

What are the components of health-related quality of life (HRQoL)?

A) cognitive factors
B) all of these answers are HRQoL components
C) social factors
D) emotional factors

Question 22

Both social and cognitive processes can help people create a physical activity identity.