Implicit approach–avoidance associations predict leisure-time exercise independently of explicit exercise motivation.

摘要: Traditional models of exercise motivation presume that behavior is driven by rational decision-making processes. However, recent evidence suggests automatic motivational processes also play a role in motivating behavior. The current study examined whether regular engagement linked to implicit approach- avoidance memory associations, as well explicit intentions and self-determined motivation. A sample 104 healthy adults completed self-reported measures intentions, motivation, levels engagement. Approach-avoidance associations were measured using modified Recoding- Free Implicit Association Test. Overall, participants associated more strongly with approach than attributes memory, indicating an bias for cues. In addition, individuals who reported engaging higher leisure-time displayed significantly stronger less active individuals. Furthermore, approach-avoidance explained unique variance after controlling the effects These findings suggest increased cognitive exercise-related cues environment. Moreover, these support theoretical at least partly motivated