Enhancing self-efficacy and exercise readiness in pregnant women |
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| Authors: | Anca Gaston Anita Cramp Harry Prapavessis |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Sleep Center, The Children''s Hospital of Philadelphia and Professor of Psychology, Saint Joseph''s University, Philadelphia, PA, USA;2. Johnson & Johnson Consumer & Products Company, Division of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc., Skillman, NJ, USA |
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| Abstract: | ObjectivesDespite the benefits associated with exercise during pregnancy, many expectant mothers are inactive.DesignThe present study examined whether persuasive messages could influence task and scheduling self-efficacy, exercise intention, action plans, and behavioral commitment among pregnant women.MethodsAfter completing premanipulation task and scheduling self-efficacy and exercise intention measures, participants (n = 125) were randomly assigned to read one of four efficacy-enhancing messages: scheduling, task, combined scheduling/task, or control. Postmanipulation task and scheduling self-efficacy, intentions and action plans and behavioral commitment were then assessed.ResultsRepeated-measures ANOVAs revealed that compared to the control group, inactive participants who read the persuasive messages reported significant increases in scheduling self-efficacy, task self-efficacy, and intention from premanipulation to postmanipulation as well significantly stronger action plans.ConclusionsWritten persuasive messages may promote exercise behavior during pregnancy by increasing scheduling and task self-efficacy, intention, and action plans for exercise. |
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