Goal-setting protocol in adherence to exercise by Italian adults

Percept Mot Skills. 2002 Apr;94(2):453-8. doi: 10.2466/pms.2002.94.2.453.

Abstract

A goal-setting protocol, based on research in goal setting and performance and personal construct theory, was tested for its effect on adherence to a new exercise program. The Goal-setting group (n = 50) had significantly less dropout (30%) than the control group (n = 50) (74%). The Goal-setting group also had significantly better attendance (p<.0001). Suggestions for increasing confidence in findings through further research and practical implications of using the protocol to improve exercise maintenance across settings were discussed.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Randomized Controlled Trial

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Exercise / psychology*
  • Female
  • Goals*
  • Humans
  • Italy
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Motivation*
  • Personal Construct Theory
  • Physical Fitness / psychology
  • Self-Assessment