Gaining qualitative insight into the subjective experiences of adherers to an exercise referral scheme: A thematic analysis

Nine adults who had completed an exercise referral scheme participated in a semi-structured interview to uncover the key psychological factors associated with adherence to the scheme. Through thematic analysis, an exercise identity emerged to be a major factor associated with adherence to the scheme...

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Published in:Journal of health psychology 2018-09, Vol.23 (11), p.1476-1487
Main Authors: Eynon, Michael John, O’Donnell, Christopher, Williams, Lynn
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Aged
Change agents
Exercise
Exercise - psychology
Exercise Therapy - psychology
Extrinsic motivation
Female
Humans
Identity
Intrinsic motivation
Male
Middle Aged
Motivation
Patient Compliance - psychology
Psychological aspects
Qualitative Research
Referral and Consultation
Self esteem
Self regulation
Self-efficacy
Subjective experiences
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Summary:Nine adults who had completed an exercise referral scheme participated in a semi-structured interview to uncover the key psychological factors associated with adherence to the scheme. Through thematic analysis, an exercise identity emerged to be a major factor associated with adherence to the scheme, which was formed of a number of underpinning constructs including changes in self-esteem, changes in self-efficacy and changes in self-regulatory strategies. Also, an additional theme of transitions in motivation to exercise was identified, showing participants’ motivation to alter from extrinsic to intrinsic reasons to exercise during the scheme.
ISSN:1359-1053
1461-7277
DOI:10.1177/1359105316656233