“Except at a military boot camp, it is very difficult to force anyone to train.” (Plowman & Smith, 2011, p.15) An important element beyond physiological training principles is motivation, and I am sure most if not all readers will have experienced the ‘body is able but the heart is not in it’ scenario. Therefore, any… Read More

The Motivation to Benefit from Exercise

Physical activity is associated with a reduced risk of coronary heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and other chronic diseases and conditions. Despite the wealth of information about the benefits of exercise, sedentary adults often find it hard to change their behaviour in a sustainable manner. The development of interventions that support behaviour change is therefore… Read More

01/04/2013 by Andrew Marshall

Research: Outdoor Exercise, Green & Beneficial

Research Paper Title The Great Outdoors: How A Green Exercise Environment can Benefit All. Abstract The studies of human and environment interactions usually consider the extremes of environment on individuals or how humans affect the environment. It is well known that physical activity improves both physiological and psychological well-being, but further evidence is required to… Read More