The Impact of Motivational Style on Perceptions of Online Exercise Information (poster)

Abstract

Research shows that motivational style is essential to exercise participation and that intrinsic motivation is more effective for encouraging long-term adherence to exercise routines (Teixeira et. al., 2012). • The internet is a primary source used to seek out health information, such as exercise tips and routines (Baker, Wagner, Singer & Bundorf, 2003). • More research is needed on online exercise information and its interpretations, as well as the safeguards against article inaccuracies that should be in place. [From Background section]