ACE PT exam study Guide questions with correct answers

Intrinsic motivation CORRECT ANSWER - a desire to perform a behavior effectively for its own sake - his is where a person truly gets pleasure from working out and exercising. This will increase adherence because of the emotions and pleasure one gets from working out. - Studies show that intrinsic motivators lead to a greater participation in exercise. extrinsic motivation CORRECT ANSWER - a desire to perform a behavior to receive promised rewards or avoid threatened punishment - This is where someone is motivated to see the results/benefits of exercise but does not actually like doing it. Some benefits are living a healthier lifestyle, to look good, to lose weight. This is where a feeling of guilt or pressure motivates them to start exercising instead of actually enjoying exercising. self-efficacy (Motivation for exercising) CORRECT ANSWER This is the belief in your own capability to partake in an exercise program. Social support (Keeping client motivation) CORRECT ANSWER This is having a network of friends, family, work buddies or any other person close in your life that will support exercise and fitness. These people can help prevent the person from returning to unhealthy/inactive lifestyle choices. Extrinsic feedback CORRECT ANSWER This is