| Description |
xvii, 241 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
Foreword / Murphy M. Thomas -- 1. What is applied exercise psychology? -- 2. Exercise barriers : why we do not enjoy physical activity -- 3. Theories and models of exercise behavior -- 4. Mental health benefits of exercise -- 5. Strategies for promoting exercise motivation -- 6. Basic applied exercise physiology for consultants -- 7. Exercise prescription strategies -- 8. Exercise adherence and compliance -- 9. Consulting with special populations -- 10. A proposed values-based model for promoting exercise behavior -- 11. Cognitive and behavioral strategies to promote exercise performance -- 12. Maintaining quality control : personal trainers, fitness facilities, and proper programs -- 13. Future directions in exercise consulting |
| Summary |
"This book, With easy to understand language, provides a simple introduction for mental health practitioners and clinicians to help their clients achieve better mental and physical health through exercise and learn how effective the psychological aspects of exercise can be." "This book will be of use to all mental health providers, including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, counselors, and consultants, whose relationship with clients provides a particularly unique opportunity to gain entry for proposing lifestyle changes."--BOOK JACKET |
| Analysis |
Behaviour |
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Exercise |
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Motivation |
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Physical fitness |
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Psychology |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references page (231-235) and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Exercise -- Psychological aspects.
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Physical fitness -- Psychological aspects.
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Exercise -- psychology.
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Physical Fitness -- psychology.
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| LC no. |
2005017980 |
| ISBN |
0826132146 (soft cover) |
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