Psychology of Physical Activity - 9781032171982

Taylor & Francis

Psychology of Physical ActivityDeterminants, Well-Being and Interventions\nAuthor(s): Stuart Biddle, Nanette Mutrie, Trish Gorely, Guy Faulkner\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781032171982, 978-1032171982\nSynopsis\nThe positive benefits of physical activity for physical and mental health are now widely acknowledged, yet levels of physical inactivity continue to be a major concern throughout the world. Understanding the psychology of physical activity has therefore become an important issue for scientists, health professionals and policy-makers alike as they address the challenge of behaviour change. Psychology of Physical Activity provides comprehensive and in-depth coverage of the fundamentals of exercise psychology, from mental health, to theories of motivation and adherence, and to the design of successful interventions for increasing participation. \n\nNow publishing in a fully revised, updated and expanded fo.