Behavior Change and Motivation Flashcards

Which model of behavior change describes stages including precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance?

Answer: Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change)

The Transtheoretical Model, developed by Prochaska and DiClemente, identifies five sequential stages of behavior change from precontemplation through maintenance.

A client says, 'I've been thinking about starting to exercise but haven't done anything yet.' Which stage of change best describes this client?

Answer: Contemplation

Contemplation is characterized by awareness of the need to change and active consideration of it, but without a commitment to act in the near future.

What is the primary goal of motivational interviewing when used by a fitness professional?

Answer: Resolving ambivalence and strengthening the client's intrinsic motivation to change

Motivational interviewing is a client-centered counseling style designed to help clients explore and resolve their ambivalence, thereby building intrinsic motivation for behavior change.

According to Self-Determination Theory, which type of motivation is most strongly associated with long-term exercise adherence?

Answer: Intrinsic motivation

Intrinsic motivation, driven by personal enjoyment and inherent satisfaction in the activity itself, is the most self-determined form and is most strongly linked to sustained exercise adherence.

Which behavioral strategy involves having a client record daily food intake and exercise sessions to increase awareness and accountability?

Answer: Self-monitoring

Self-monitoring involves systematically tracking one's behaviors, such as keeping an exercise log or food diary, to increase self-awareness and support behavior change.

A client frequently cancels sessions due to scheduling conflicts. Which approach best addresses this barrier to adherence?

Answer: Identifying barriers and collaboratively problem-solving solutions

Identifying and problem-solving barriers to exercise participation is a key evidence-based strategy for improving adherence when practical obstacles arise.

The 'T' in the SMART goal-setting framework stands for which of the following?

Answer: Time-bound

Time-bound means the goal has a specific deadline or timeframe, which creates urgency and allows progress to be measured against a clear endpoint.