Motivating People to Be Physically Active, Third Edition, is a comprehensive guide to designing effective physical activity intervention programs that encourage people to reduce sedentary behavior and incorporate physical activity into their everyday lives.

Part I. Theoretical Background and Tools for Measuring Motivational ReadinessChapter 1. Describing Physical Activity Interventions Physical Activity Recommendations Definitions of Physical Activity, Exercise, and Physical Fitness Physical Activity Interventions Theoretical Models Motivational Readiness for Behavior Change ConclusionChapter 2. The Stages of Motivational Readiness for Change Model Motivational Readiness and the Stages of Change Match Treatment Strategies to Stages of Change Processes of Behavior Change ConclusionChapter 3. Integrating Other Psychological Theories and Models Learning Theory Decision-Making Theory Behavioral Choice Theory Social Cognitive Theory Ecological Model Relapse Prevention Model ConclusionChapter 4. Putting Theories to Work by Looking at Mediators of Change Consider Mediators of Physical Activity Behavior Change Factors That Enhance Physical Activity Unlock the “Black Box” ConclusionChapter 5. Using the Stages Model for Successful Physical Activity Interventions Imagine Action: A Community-Based Program Jump Start to Health: A Workplace-Based Study Jump Start: A Community-Based Study Project Active: A Community-Based Study Project STRIDE: A Community-Based Study Step Into Motion: A Community-Based Study ConclusionPart II. ApplicationsChapter 6. Assessing Physical Activity Patterns and Physical Fitness Discovering Patterns of Physical Activity Behavior Determining Intensity Level Tracking Physical Activity Behavior Assessing Fitness Assessing Physical Activity and Fitness in Group Settings ConclusionChapter 7. Using the Stages Model in Individual Counseling Physical Readiness Physical Activity History Psychological Readiness Confidence Set Short- and Long-Term Goals Measure Success ConclusionChapter 8. Using the Stages Model in Group Counseling Programs Leading a Stage-Based Group Learning From a Sample Stage-Based Curriculum Assessing Your Effectiveness as a Leader ConclusionChapter 9. Using the Stages Model in Work Site Programs Building Support for Your Program Assessing Motivational Readiness Choosing Your Target Audience Reaching Your Target Audience Developing Stage-Matched Materials Focusing on Moderate-Intensity Activity Planning Events Adding Incentives for Participation ConclusionChapter 10. Using the Stages Model in Community Programs Assessing the Community’s Readiness for Change Reaching Individuals Within a Community Developing Stage-Matched Messages Using a Media-Based Approach to Reach Your Target Audience Working With Community Leaders to Reach Your Target Audience ConclusionAppendix A. QuestionnairesAppendix B. Resources